KYMCO XCITING 250 User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
KWANG YANG MOTOR CO.,LTD.
XCITING 500 AFI
XCITING 500
XCITING 250 AFI
XCITING 250
Issued: 15.02.2006

FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this KYMCO scooter and welcome to the family of KYMCO
scooter riders.
Please read this owner's manual carefully before riding so that you will be thoroughly
familiar with the proper operation of your scooter controls, its features, capabilities, and
limitations.
To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your scooter, give it the proper care and
maintenance described in this manual.
For replacement parts and accessories, we recommend genuine KYMCO products.
They've been specially designed for your vehicle and manufactured to meet KYMCO's
demanding standards.
Keep this owner's manual aboard your scooter at all time so that you can refer to it
whenever you need information. This manual should be considered a permanent part of
the scooter and should remain with the scooter when it is sold.
All information, illustrations, photographs and specifications contained in this manual
are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Due to
improvements or other changes, there may be some discrepancies in this manual.
KYMCO reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation.
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READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
CAUTION
NOTE:
ON-ROAD USE
Your Owner's Manual contains important information on safety, operation, and
maintenance. Any one who operates this scooter should carefully read and understand
the contents of this manual before riding the scooter.
Gives helpful information
The Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of your scooter. It should
remain with the vehicle at all times and stay with the scooter if it is sold.
Indicates a strong possibility that serious injury or death may
result if instructions are not followed.
Indicates a possibility that equipment or property damage
could result if instructions are not followed.
SPECIAL MESSAGES
Please read this manual and follow its instructions carefully. To emphasize special
information the words , and carry special meanings and should
be carefully reviewed.
This scooter is designed to be used only on the road.
WARNING CAUTION Note
WARNING
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BRAKES.........................................28
FUEL FILL CAP................................30
FRONT SMALL BOX.........................32
CENTER SMALL BOX......................33
SEAT..............................................34
ADJUSTABLE BACKREST...............35
CENTER COMPARTMENT...............36
CENTER COMPARTMENT LIGHT.....37
CELL PHONE SOCKET & CELL
PHONE FIXED SEAT.......................37
HELMET HOLDERS........................39
STAND...........................................40
SUSPENSION.................................42
DIAGNOSTIC TOOL CONNECTOR
(XCITING 500AFI/XCITING 250AFI)..43
STARTING THE ENGINE.................45
RIDING...........................................50
PRE-RIDE INSPECTION...............44
OPERATION.................................45
CONTENTS
SCOOTER SAFETY........................1
PARTS LOCATION........................12
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION................................1
PROTECTIVE APPAREL...................3
LOAD LIMITS AND GUIDELINES.......5
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS..................8
FRAME NUMBER............................16
ENGINE NUMBER...........................17
KEY NUMBER.................................18
KEYS.............................................19
IGNITION SWITCH..........................19
INSTRUMENT AND INDICATORS....21
RIGHT HANDLEBAR SWITCH..........25
LEFT HANDLEBAR SWITCH............27
CONTROLS..................................19
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COOLANT.......................................85
FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION
INSPECTION..................................87
SIDE STAND...................................88
BRAKE LEVER ADJUSTER.............89
BRAKE FLUID................................89
BRAKE PAD WEAR........................90
PARKING BRAKE OPERATION
(XCITING 500 AFI/XCITING 500).......91
BATTERY........................................92
FUSE REPLACEMENT....................94
TIRES............................................97
CLEANING.................................101
STORAGE GUIDE.......................106
SPECIFICATIONS
(XCITING 500AFI/XCITING 500)...109
SPECIFICATIONS
(XCITING250AFI/XCITING 250)....111
PARKING........................................55
BREAK-IN (RUNNING IN)................57
THE IMPORTANCE OF
MAINTENANCE..............................59
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
(XCITING 500 AFI/XCITING 500).......60
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
(XCITING 250AFI/XCITING 250 )......63
TOOL KIT.......................................66
CRANKCASE BREATHER...............66
ENGINE OIL...................................67
TRANSMISSION OIL.......................76
AIR CLEANER................................78
THROTTLE OPERATION.................81
IDLE SPEED...................................82
SPARK PLUG..................................84
INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE............................59
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SCOOTER SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Wear a helmet
Make yourself easy to see
Know your limits
Your scooter can provide many years of service and pleasure, if you take responsibility for
your own safety and understand the challenges that you can meet on the road. There is
much that you can do to protect yourself when you ride. You will find many helpful
recommendations throughout this manual. Following are a few that we consider most
important.
Scooter safety equipment starts with a quality helmet. One of the most serious injuries that
can happen is a head injury. Always wear a properly approved helmet. You should also
wear suitable eye protection.
To make yourself more visible, wear bright reflective clothing, position yourself so other
drivers can see you, signal before turning or changing lanes, and use your horn when it will
help others notice you.
Ride within the boundaries of your own skill at all times. Knowing these limits and staying
within them will help you to avoid accidents.
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Keep your scooter in safe condition
Inspection before riding
Be extra safety conscious on bad weather days
odification
For safe riding, it's important to inspect your scooter before every ride and perform all
recommended maintenance. Never exceed load limits, and only use accessories that have
been approved by KYMCO for this scooter.
Do not forget to perform an entire safety inspection to ensure the safety of the rider.
Riding on bad weather days, especially wet ones, requires extra caution. Braking distance
double on a rainy day. Stay off of the painted surface marks, manhole covers and greasy
appearing areas as they can be especially slippery. Use extreme caution at railway
crossings and on metal gratings and bridges. Whenever in doubt about road conditions,
slow down.
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Modification of the scooter, or removal of original equipment may render the vehicle unsafe
or illegal. Obey all applicable equipment regulations in your area.
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PROTECTIVE APPAREL
Helmets and protection
Additional riding gear
For your safety, we strongly recommend that you always wear an approved scooter helmet,
eye protection, boots, gloves, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt or jacket whenever you
ride.
Your helmet is your most important piece of riding gear because it offers the best protection
against head injuries. A helmet should fit your head comfortably and securely. Always wear
a face shield or goggles to protect your eyes and help your vision.
In addition to a helmet and eye protection, we also recommend:
Sturdy boots with non-slip soles to help protect your feet and ankles.
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Leather gloves to keep your hands warm and help prevent blisters, cuts, burns and
bruises.
A scooter riding suit or jacket for comfort as well as protection. Bright-colored and
reflective clothing can help make you more noticeable in traffic. Be sure to avoid loose
clothes that could get caught on any part of your scooter.
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(1)Wear gloves.
(2)Clothes should be close-fitting.
(3)Always wear an helmet. You
should also wear a face shield
or goggles.
(4)Wear bright or reflective
clothing.
(5)Shoes should be close-fitting,
have low heels and offer ankle
protection.
(1) (2) (3)
(4)
(5)
Not wearing a helmet
increases the chance of
serious injury or death in a
crash.
Be sure you and your
passenger always wear an
approved motorcycle helmet
that fits properly. You should
also wear eye protection and
other protective apparel when
you ride.
WARNING
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LOAD LIMITS AND GUIDELINES
Load limits
Maximum weight capacity (Includes the
weight of the rider, passenger, all cargo and
All accessories.): 150 kg (330 lbs)
Maximum cargo weight: 19 kg (42 lbs)
Maximum weight:
In center compartment 10 kg (22 lbs)
In front small box 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)
In center small box 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
On rear carrier 5kg (11 lbs)
These general guidelines may help you
decide whether or how to equip your
scooter and how to load it safely.
Following are the load limits for your scooter:
Overloading the individual storage
compartments can also affect stability and
handling. So be sure to stay within the limits
given below:
Center small box weight limit: 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
Front small box weight limit:
1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)
Center compartment weight
limit:10 kg (22 lbs)
Rear carrier weight
limit:5 kg (11 lbs)
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Loading guidelines
Improperly loading your scooter can affect its stability and handling. You should ride at
reduced speeds whenever carrying cargo. Follow these guidelines whenever you carry a
passenger or cargo:
Check that both tires are properly inflated.
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To prevent loose items from creating a hazard, make sure that all cargo is securely tied
down before you ride away
Place cargo weight as close to the center of the scooter as possible.
Balance cargo weight evenly on both sides.
Overloading or improper loading can cause
changes in vehicle handling, stability and
braking which could lead to an accident.
Never exceed the stated load capacity for
this scooter.
Cargo should be properly distributed and
securely attached.
Reduce speed when carrying cargo. Allow
greater distance for braking.
WARNING
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Accessories and Modification
No modifications
There are great variety of accessories available to KYMCO owners. KYMCO cannot have
direct control over the quality or suitability of accessories you may wish to purchase. The
addition of unsuitable accessories can lead to unsafe operating conditions. It is not
possible for KYMCO to test each accessory on the market or combinations of all the
available accessories; however, your dealer can assist you in selecting quality accessories
and installing them correctly.
Use extreme caution when selecting and installing the accessories for your scooter.
We strongly advise you not to remove any original equipment or modify your scooter in any
way that would change its design or operation.
Improper accessories or modifications can make your scooter unsafe and can lead
to an accident.
Never modify this scooter through improper installation or use of accessories. All
parts and accessories added to this vehicle should be genuine KYMCO or
equivalent components designed for use on this scooter and should be installed
and used according to instruction. If you have question, consult an authorized
KYMCO dealer.
WARNING
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LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS
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(1)
(1)
Before starting the engine, the
side stand shall be kicked up
to secure safety.
CAUTIONS

(2) (3)
(2): XCITING 500 AFI/XCITING 500
(3)
Every 6000 km run should
exchange the filter.
Never put any article between the
rear side cover and the engine to
avoid interference of riding.
CAUTIONS
CAUTIONS
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(4)(5)
(4)
!Check the motor oil level with the dipstick after refilling
motor oil.
(5)
Tire Size : Front 120/70-15 Rear 150/70-14
(One Rider) : Front 2.00kgf/cm Rear 2.50kgf/cm
(Two Rider) : Front 2.25kgf/cm Rear 2.50kgf/cm
Load Capacity : Shield 1.5kg Clip assy center 3kg
(As per KYMCO standard specification)
(Note: The tire pressure must not overpass 2.50kgf/cm
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CAUTIONS
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Be sure to wear a safety helmet when riding.
Do not exceed the speed specified by law when
riding.
The exhaust muffler temperature is very high
after riding. Be sure to park the motorcycle in a
place not easily touched by people.
For riding safety and good performance do not
violate the law to modify the motorcycle.
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Make sure to perform the periodic maintenance
and preride inspection.
Brake Performance, tires, engine oil level,
lights, horn, and instrument panel.
KWANG YANG MOTOR CO., LTD
!Please read the User's Manual carefully to secure driving safely.
Preride Inspection Items
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(6)(7)
(6)
(7)
Mobile phone charge
only, Use other
appliance may cause
damage.
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DON'T WIPE WITH
ORGANIC SOLVENT
(EX: GAS, THINNER...ETC).
USE NEUTRAL SOAP TO
CLEAN WINDSHIELD.
CAUTION
CAUTION
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(03) (02)
(04)
(05)
(06)
(07) (08)
(01)
(01) Fuel fill cap
(02) Right rearview mirror
Right rear suspension spring
preload adjuster
(03) Hazard switch/Engine stop
switch/Headlight switch/Start
button
(04) Instruments/Indicators
(05) Passing switch/Headlight
dimmer switch/Turn signal
switch/Horn button
(06) Left rearview mirror
(07) Left rear suspension spring
preload adjuster
(08)
PARTS LOCATION
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(12) (11)
(13) (14) (15)
(10) (09)
(09) Center small box
(10) Throttle grip
(11) Front brake lever
(12) Front brake fluid reservoir
(13) Rear brake fluid reservoir
(14) Rear brake lever
(15) Ignition switch
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(16)
(17)
(18)
(19) (20) (21) (22) (23) (24)
(16) Tool kit
(17) Center compartment
(18) Helmet holder
(19) Front small box
(20) Coolant level
(21) Side stand
(22) Center stand
(23) Left passenger footpeg
(24) Air cleaner
(XCITING 500 AFI/
XCITING 500)
(25) Air cleaner
(XCITING 250 AFI/
XCITING 250)
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(25)