Lifan LF125GY-5 User manual

Lifan Owner Manual
- Lifan LF125GY-5
- Lifan LF150GY-5
- Lifan LF200GY-6
First Edition -English
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PREFACE
Thank you for choosing LIFAN motorcycle. May you enjoy riding all time.
The manual contains the necessary instructions and guidance with respect to the operation and maintenance
of the motorcycle, and BE SURE TO
READ IT CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE. Proper operation and maintenance can guarantee a safe riding to minimize troubles
of the motorcycle and keep it in a sound condition, which can extend the engine service life.
All rights reserved. No part
of this publication may be reproduced without our prior written pemtission.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
• Operator and Passenger:
This motorcycle can carry an operator and one passenger. The maximum load weight of the motorcycle must n~ exceed 150kg.
• Off-road
This motorcycle is designed for off-raod use.
Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words:
&, WARNING: Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death ifinstructions are n ot followe d.
&, CA UTION : Indicates a possibility of equipment damage if instructions are notfollowe d.
NOTE: provides helpful information.
Environmental Protection (EP): indicates special precautions that must be taken to meet environment protection laws and regulations. Improper use
of a
motorcycle may cause environment pollution.
Never take any actions on your motorcycle if it requires any repair, take it to a professional or an authorized service station, otherwise, you may take upon
yourself the consequences.
The manual should be considered
as a permanent part of the motorcycle and should remain with the motorcycle when resold.
All rights reserved. Any reprinting
or unauthorized use without our prior written permission is expressly prohibited.
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CONTENTS
MOTORCYCLE SAFE RIDING
Engine Oil (EP) ..... ~ .. .............. .. .................................. .. ........ 10
Safe Riding Rules .. . .. .......... .. . .. . .. . .. .. .. ...... ... ....... .. . .. .. ..... .. ....... 1 Clear away Carbon Deposit (EP) ....
.. .................................. 10
Protective Cloths ...... .. ... .. ................................ .. .................... 1
Refitting
.. ............................................... .. ......... .. .. .. .. ............. 1 Spark Plug (EP)
.. ...... .. .......................................... .. ............. 10
Air Cleaner (EP) ............ .. .. .. ....................... .. ....... .. .. .. ... ....... 10
Loading ..................... ... .. . .. . ... ........ .. ... .. ..... .. .. ... .. ..... .. ........ .. .. . 1 Valve Clearance .............:..........
.. .................. .. ........... ... ........ 11
Accessories ............. .. .. .. ............... .. ................ .. ................. .. .. . 1 Muffler (EP) ........
.... ...................... .. .................... .. .............. 11
GENERALINFORMATION
Parts Location .........................:. ...... ....................... .. ............. 2 3-Way Catalytic Converter (Optional)(EP)
.. ...................... 11
Fuel Filter (EP) ...................... .. ............................................ 12
VIN Record ..... .. .......................... .. ...................... .. . .. .. .. . .. ...... 3 Operation
of Throttle .......... .. ........ .. .. .. .......................... .. .... 12
Fuel and Engine Oil (EP) .......................... .... ........ .. .... .. .... ..... 3
CONTROLLING PARTS
Idle Speed of Carburetor (EP) .. .. .. ............................ .. ........ 12
Check Leaks along Air Supply (EP) .................................... 12
Meter and Indicators ............................................................. 4 Clutch
.. . .. .. ... .. ........................... .. ... .. ....... .. ... ... ...... .. ....... ...... 12
Ignition Switch and Steering Lock
.. .............. .. ...... .. ............ ... 4 Drive Chain .......
.... ........................................... .. ................. 13
Right Handlebar Controls ..................
.... ........ .. .. ........ .. .... .. .... 4 Front Brake
.. .. ....... .. ....................... .. ......................... .. . .. ..... 13
Left Handlebar Controls ....................
.. ........ .. ........................ 5 Rear Brake
.. .... .. .......... .. ........... .. .........:................................ 14
Choke Lever ..............
.. .................................... .. ..... .. ............. 5 Brake Light
.. .. ............. .. ... .. . .. ...... .. ......... .. .... .. . .. . .. . .. ............. 14
Refueling and Cap ........................................
.. .................. .. .. . 5 How to Use Brake Wear Indicator ...................................... 14
Fuel Cock .........
.. ...................... .. .. .......................... .. ... .. .. .. .... 5 FrontJRear Shock Absorber and Suspension ............
.. ......... 14
Gearshift Pedal ...................................
.. .... .... .. ... ............... .. ... 6 Tyre ..............
.. . .. .. .. ....... .. .. ................ .. ................................. 14
Rear Brake Pedal ..........................................
.. ........ .. .. ........... 6 Front Wheel ......................
.. . .. .............................. .. ........... ... 15
Rear Shock Absorber ........................................ .. .... .. .. .. ......... 6 RearWheel ...........
.. ... .. ........................................................ 15
Side Stand ......................
... ............. ...... ............ .. .. .........:........ 6 Fuse ...........
.. .. .. . .. ...... .. .. . .. . .. .......... .. ................. .. .. . .. ............. 15
OPERATION GUIDE
Battery (EP) .................................... .. ................. ... .. .... ... .. ... 15
Pre-ride Inspection . .. ....................... .. ............... .. ... .. ...... .. ...... 7
TROUBLESHOOTING, STORAGE AND OPTIONAL PARTS
Starting the Engine .. .................................. .. .......... .. ............... 7 Troubleshooting ...................
... .............................. .. . ... . .. .. . .. 17
Breaking- in ................... .. ..... .. .............................. ... ..... ... .. ..... 7 Cleaning and Storage
.. ..... .. ..... .. ....... .. . .. . .. .... .... .......... .. ......... 17
Riding .
.. .................. .. .. ................................. .. .. .. ...... .. ............ 7 · Removal from Storage
.. .. .... .. ................... .. . .. . .. .......... .. . .. ..... 17
Braking and Parking ........ .. .. ...... .. ............ .. .. ........................ .. . 8
MAINTENANCE
Tool Kit ................. .. ........ .. ......... .. . ... .. . .. . .. . .. .......................... 9
I Maintenance Schedule .. .................. .. .. .... .... .................... .. ..... 9
Fall-Over Safety Device (Optional) ...... .. ............ .. . .. ........... 18
Anti-theft Device (Optional) .............................. .. ....... .. ..... 18
ELECTRIC DIAGRAM ........... .. .... .. ... .. ......... .. ........................ 19
SPECIFICATIONS ... .. .... . .. ........ ... .. . .. .. .. .................. .. .... . .. ... . .. 20
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MOTORCYCLE SAFE RIDING
SAFERIDINGRULES
Lh WARNING Motorcycle riding requires special efforts on your part
to ensure safety. Know these requirements before you ride.
• Always make a pre-ride inspection before you start the engine. You may
prevent accident or equipment damage.
• Most countries require a special motorcycle riding test or license. Make
sure you are qualified before you ride. NEVER lend your motorcycle to
an
inexperienced rider.
• Make yourself conspicuous to help avoid the accident that wasn't your
fault:
a) Wear bright or reflective clothing.
b)
Don't ride in another motorist's "blind spot".
c) Don't speedily cross another's way.
d) Obey all national and local laws and regulations.
e) Obey the speed limits, and NEVER travel faster than conditions warrant.
f) Signal before you make a turn or lane change to draw other motorists'
attention.
g) Use extra caution at intersections, parking lot entrances and exits.
h) Always remember to ride with both hands and keep both feet on the rider
footrest while the passenger grasps the handrail with both feet on the rear
footrest.
PROTECTIVECLOTIIS
• For the safety sake, always wear a helmet, a face shield, dust glasses and
protective clothing. Your passenger needs the same protection.
• The exhaust system becomes hot during operation, and it remains hot for
a while after stopping the engine. Take care not to touch the exhaust
system while it
is hot. Wear clothing that fully covers your legs.
• Do not wear loose clothing that could catch on the control levers, wheels,
etc.
REFII'IlNG
Lh WARNING Arbitrarily refitting the motorcycle or removing the
original parts may make riding unsafe, and is illegal also. The user
must obey all national and local laws and regulations in relation to
vehicle and traffic.
If you have a good proposal concerning refitting of
the motorcycle, please write us. The Tefitment can be done with
per -
mission
of the Co. Otherwise, the user will take the consequences.
LOADING
Lh WARNING Addition of accessories and cargo may reduce the
motorcycle's stability, performance and safe operating speed.
.Keep cargo and accessory weight lower and close to the center of the
motorcycle. Load weight equally on both sides to minimize imbalance.
As
weight is located further from the motorcycle's center of gravity, handling
is proportionally affected.
• Adjust tyre pressure and rear suspension to suit load weight and riding
conditions.
.Make sure th at cargo is fastened on the vehicle.
• Do not attach items to the handlebars, fork or fender. Otherwise, unstable
handling or s
lo w steering response may occur.
.The maximum load weight of the motorcycle is 150kg. Please do not
overload.
ACCESSORIES
Genuine accessories of the Motors have been specifically designed and
tested on the motorcycle. Beacuse the factory cannot
te stall other accessories,
you are personally re-sponsible for selection, installation and use
of acces- '
sories not produced by the Co. Always follow Safe Rilling Rules and these
below:
.Carefully inspect the accessory to make sure that it does not obscure any
lights, reduce ground clearance orbanking angle, or limit suspension travel,
steering travel or control operation.
.Do not install other cooling equipment for the engine.
• Do not add electrical equipment that will exceed the motorcycle's electri-
cal system capacity.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
PARTS LOCATION(Fig. 1-3)
Fig. 1 (Left view)
CD Fr. fender (i)Headlight @Tank trim cover @Carburetor @Seat
@Side cover (DRear carrier @Taillight ®Tool box @)Side stand
<fi)Engine code @Gearshiftpedal @Nameplate ®Fr. shock absorber
Fig. 2 (Right view)
',-
CDRr . winker ®Exhaust muffler @Kick-starter @Fuel filler
cap @ Fr. winker @ Fr. wheel
(D VIN @Rr. brake pedal
® Rr. fork
@) Rr. wheel
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VIN RECORD (Fig.4- 6)
Fig. 4 Fig. 5
YIN
Engine code
YIN:
Fig. 3
<D Hand guard
@Left handlebar controls
@ Meter and indicator
@Front fairing
@Right handlebar controls
@Rear-view mirror
Fig. 6
Nameplate
Engine code: * I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I*
* I I I I I I I I 1*
Please fill the VIN and engine code of your motorcycle in the blank below.
They will help order spare parts and find out the vehicle when stolen.
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NOTES
<DTh e VIN is stamped on the right side of the steering stem.
@The engine code is stamped on th e left-bottom of the crankcase.
@The nameplate
is fixed on the l ef t side of the steering stem.
FUEL AND ENGINE OIL (EP)
Fuel Selection
Fuel is a key factor in deciding th e exhaust _
emissions from the engine, so selection of
fuel must follow the rules below. Selected
fuel must be unleaded gasoline with octane
No. RQ- 93 or higher. Using improper fuel
could reduce performance , shorten the
engine's servicelife.
Engine Oil Selection (Fig. 7)
10 10
W/40
10W
25W/40
15 W /30
15W
lOW 30
lOW120
lO W
5"/ 30
5W / 1O
5W
The quality of the engine oil plays a vital -30 -20 - 10 0 10 20 30 40 SO c
role in deciding the engine performance an d
service. Engine oil must
be selected in accordance with rules below and other
Fig. 7
oils, such as ordinary engine oil, gear oil and vegetable oil, are forbidden to be
used.
The vehicle has been filled with engine o il SAE15W/40-SE before being
delivered. The lubricant is only suitable at a temperature range within -
10
'C ~+ 40 ' C . If other motor oil is to be used instead, the alternative must be
technically equivalent in every respect. Viscosity varies with regions and
temperatures, so the lubricant ha s to be selecte d acco rding to our
recommendation.
If there is no gasoline engine oil SAE15W/40-SE,the engine oil No.HQB-lO
(or HQB-6
in regions where the temperature is lower than - lO ' C) can be
used instead.
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CONTROLLING PARTS
METER ANDINDICATORS(Fig. 8)
<D Speedometer
(2) Odometer
@Left turn signal indicator, "+ "
@Right turn signal indicator, " ",. '
@Tachometer
@ Red zone of tachometer
It means that the engine runs at a top
limit speed, in this case, service
of the
engine will be shortened.
NOTE Avoid the needle entering the Fig. 8
red zone.
(V Gear indicator
@ Hi -beam indicator, " ~O "
®Trip meter
@> Reset knob of trip meter
IGNITION SWITCH AND STEERI-
NGLOCK
Ignition Switch (Fig. 9)
The 2-position ignition switch is located under the Fig. 9 Ignition switch
meter, and equipped with 2 keys. It functions as
follows:
"@" OFF : Engine and lights cannot be operated
and the key can be removed.
"0 " ON: Engine and lights can be operated, and
the key cannot be removed.
Steering Lock (Fig. 10) Fig. lO Steerting lock
The steering lock is located on the left side of the
CD
steering tube. To lock the steering head, tum left the steering bar as far as it
will go, align the
lock core with a hole, then insert the key and turn it
counterclockwise to lock, at last remove the key.
Unlock in the reverse order
of lock.
RIGHT HANDLEBAR CONTROLS(Fig.11)
Emergency Switch
In an emergency, depressing the switch to
"@" (OFF) will stall the engine at once; in nor-
mal riding cases, always set the switch to "0 "
(ON).
Starter Button
Depress the button" (1) " to start up the engine.
Front Brake Lever
Pull the front brake lever toward to apply the
front brake.
Throttle Grip
The grip used to control the engine's rotational
speed. turning in the grip will increase fuel
supply, while turning out it will decrease fuel
supply.
LEFT HANDLEBAR CONTROLS(Fig. 12)
Headlight Dimmer Switch
Push the switch to " ,, 0 " to select high beam.
Push the switch to "§O" to select low beam.
Lighting Switch
Fig. II
CD Emergency switch
® Slart er button
® Front brake lever
@ Throttle g ri p
" 1) ": The headlight, taillight and meter indicators are bright.
" p< ": The parking light, taillight and meter indicators are bright.
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" . "(OFF): The headlight, parking light taillight
and meter indicators are off.
Thrn Signal Switchl
Move the switch to +" to signal a left turn;
and to " .. " to signal a right tum.
While normally riding
or after turning, keep the
switch in the "e"position with all the winkers
turned off.
Horn Button
Press the button "b " to sound the hom.
Clutch Lever
It is designed to disengage/engage the crankshaft
from/with the transmission and rear wheel for start-
ing the engine
or gearshifting.
CHOCK LEVER (Fig.13)
The choke lever is located in the left-front of the
handlebar. Close the choke by lifting the lever and
open it by pushing down the lever.
REFUELINGANDFUELFILLERCAP
Fuel Tank (Fig. 14)
The fuel tank capacity is 10.5 L including the re-
serve supply
of 2.3 L.
FuelFiller Cap
Opening of cap
• Open the lid and insert the ignition key.
• Tum the key clockwise by 90° .
• Remove the cap.
To reinstall the cap, depress it
onto the tank
inlet in position, then turn and remove the key.
Fig. 12
CD He adlight dimmer
switch
® Lighting switch
@ Turn signal switch
@Horn button
@Clutch lever
Fig. 13
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L!::,. WARNING
.Do not overr..J.1 the tank (there should
be no fuel in the filler neck). After
refueling, make sure the fuel filler
cap
is closed securely.
• Gasoline is extremely flammable
and is explosive under certain
conditions. Refuel in a-well-ventilated
area with the engine stopped. Do not
smoke or allow flames or sparks in
the area where the fuel tank is
refueled.
Fuel filler cap
~_ ',;-;,! I- Fuel
tank
Fig. 14
• Before refueling, make sure to r..J.ter fuel first. Spilled fuel vapor
may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before
starting the engine.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHll.DREN.
FUEL COCK (Fig. IS)
OFF
ON
. .. ..-- _ RES
"."
~~ ILC " 1J , Fig. 15
.The 3-way fuel cock is on the bottom-left side of the fuel tanle With the
fuel
cock in the " • " position, fuel cannot flow from the tank to the
carburetor. Turn it
OFF whenever the motorcycle is not kept in use.
.With the fuel cock in the"D"position, fuel will flow from the main fuel
supply to the carburetor.With the fuel cock in the "
1J " position, fuel
flow the reserve fuel supply to the carburetor. Use 2.3 L
of reserve fuel
only when the main sypply is gone. Refuel at the earlisest opportunity.
L!::,.CAUTI ON Afterrefueling, return the fuel cock to ON position.Otherwise, I
you may run out of fuel with no reserve. Learn how to operate the fuel cock
when riding the motorcycle.
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GEARSlllFTPEDAL(Fig. 16 & 17)
The motorcycle is equipped with a 5-speed mesh
transmission. The gear indicator shows the gear
position at present. Gearshift pedal Fig.
16
International 5-speed
It is forbidd en to (j)~(j)
gearshift up or down /1-\
when the throttle is ® 0
sitll not decreased \ /
and th e clutch is in CD ® Fig. 17
REAR BRAKE PEDAL (Fig. 18)
The rear brake will function and the
rear stop light will glow when
applying the pedal.
REARSHOCKABSORBER
(Fig. 19)
The rear shock absorber is located
on the middle
of the frame. It is of
adjustable type for different loads
orriding conditions.
To increase the
spring
preload for a stiffer rear
suspension, turn the adjusting nut
in direction B, then tighten up the
lock nut.
To , decrease the spring
l preload to suit light
Non-cyclic 5-speed
It is forbidden to
gearshift up or down
when th e throttle is
sitll not decreased
and the clutch is in
Fig. 18
Rear brake
pedal
loads and smooth road conditions, turn the adjusting nut in direction A, then
tight the lock nut.
SIDE STAND (Fig. 20)
When parking the motorcycle, tum the side stand clockwise as far as it will
go. Before riding, tum it to the initial position.
CAUTION
Be sure to turn the side stand in the position B before driving the
motorcycle. Otherwise, it may fall over.
Fig. 20
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OPERATION GUIDE
PRE-RIDEINSPECTION
Inspect your motorcycle every time before you ride it. The items listed here
will only take a few minutes to inspect, and in the long run they can save
time, expense, and possibly your life.
1. Engine oil level -add engine oil ifrequired. Checkfor leaks.
2. Fuellevel -refuel when necessary. Check for leaks.
3. Front and rear brakes -check operation, and adjust free play if necessary.
4. Tyres -check condition and pressure.
5. Battery electrolyte -check that the electrolyte is suitable.
6.Throttle -checkfor smooth opening and full closing
in all steering positions.
Adjust or replace it
if necessary.
7. Lights and hom -check that headlight, taillbrake light, winkers, parking
light, indicators and hom function properly.
8. Drive chain -check condition and slack. Adjust and lubricate ifnecessary.
9. Fasteners -check that all nuts, screws and bolts are mounted securely.
10. Steering system -check for its smoothness and reliability.
STARTINGTHEENGINE
it, WARNING Do not start the engine in a narrow area to prevent
accidents. The exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide (CO) gas
that cause loss of consciousness and lead to death.
• Make sure the fuel in the tank is enough. Set fuel cock to "u"position.
• Insert the ignition switch and tum it to " () " position.
• Move the gearshift pedal into NEUTRAL to light up the indicator "N"
(green).
.Set the choke lever to the fully closed position if the engine is cold.
CAUTION Do not abruptly tread the kick-starter to avoid being an
. injury to your foot or damaging the engine case due to its tebound.
.With the throttle slightly open (less than 1/8 of its entire opening), oper-
ate the kick-starter
so as to start the engine. Then push choke lever to half-
open position.
• Warm up the engine entirely at an idle speed of 1400r/min until it works
normally, and then push the choke lever to its fully open position.
NOTE Starting up the engine in regions with especially low airtemperature,
tread the kick-starter pedal several times flIst to revolve the crankshaft a few
turns while the igintion key should be at " 0. ".
BREAKING-IN
Help assure your motorcycle 's future reliability and performance by paying
extra attention to how you ride the first
lOOOkm . During this period avoid
full throttle riding, be sure
to drive at a speed no more than 80% of each gear
and to continually changing speed. After the break-in period, be sure to
Attempting to start the engine with the transmission in gear may result in conduct maintenance on your vehicle to keep it in a sound condition. j
.damage to equipment. RIDING
Before starting, confirm the following: • Start the engine and warm up it.
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