Honda FourTrax Recon TRX250TM (2013) Bruksanvisning
Läs nedan 📖 manual på svenska för Honda FourTrax Recon TRX250TM (2013) (224 sidor) i kategorin Quad. Denna guide var användbar för 18 personer och betygsatt med 4.5 stjärnor i genomsnitt av 2 användare
Sida 1/224
Contents
Contents
Cont ents
These pages give an overview of the contents of your owner’s
manual.
The first page of each section lists the topics covered in that section.
ATV Safety ..................................................................................1
Important safety information you should know, plus a look at the
safety related labels on your ATV.
Indicators & Controls..................................................................9
The location and function of indicators and controls on your ATV
and operating instructions for various controls and features.
Before Riding ............................................................................29
The importance of wearing a helmet and other protective gear,
how to make sure you and your ATV are ready to ride, and
important information about loading.
Basic Operation & Riding .........................................................43
How to start and stop the engine, shift gears, and brake. Also,
riding precautions.
Contents
Contents
Servicing Your Honda ..............................................................77
Why your ATV needs regular maintenance, what you need to
know before servicing your Honda, an owner maintenance
schedule, and instructions for specific maintenance and
adjustment items.
Tips ..........................................................................................151
How to store and transport your ATV and how to be an
environmentally responsible rider.
Taking Care of the Unexpected.............................................161
What to do if you have a flat tire, your engine won’t start, etc.
Technical Information ............................................................181
ID numbers, technical specifications, and other technical facts.
Consumer Information ........................................................... 197
Information on warranties, emission controls, how to get Honda
service manuals.
Index........................................................................................204
Quick Reference
Handy facts about fuel, engine oil, tire sizes, and air pressures.
FOR OFF-ROAD USE ONLY
This vehicle is designed and manufactured for off-road use only.
It conforms to US EPA Noise Emission regulations, but does not
conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or US EPA On
Highway Exhaust Emission regulations, and operation on public
streets, roads, or highways is illegal. The vehicle is equipped with a
USDA qualified spark arrester. Obey local laws and regulations.
It conforms to US EPA and California emission regulations for ATVs.
2013
Honda
TRX250TE
FOURTRAX RECON ES
OWNER’S MANUAL
Introduction
Introduction
Int r oduc t ion
Congratulations on choosing your Honda ATV.
When you own a Honda, you’re part of a worldwide family of
satisfied customers — people who appreciate Honda’s reputation
for building quality into every product.
Your Honda was designed as a recreational ATV for off-road use by
one rider only.
Before riding, take time to get acquainted with your ATV and how it
works. To protect your investment, we urge you to take
responsibility for keeping your ATV well maintained. Scheduled
service is a must, of course. But it’s just as important to observe the
break-in guidelines, and perform all pre-ride and other periodic
checks detailed in this manual.
We also recommend that you read this owner’s manual before you
ride. It’s full of facts, instructions, safety information, and helpful
tips. To make it easy to use, the manual contains a detailed list of
topics at the beginning of each section and an index at the back of
the book.
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your Honda, other property, or the environment.
Read the Warranties Booklet ( ) thoroughly so you page 199
understand the coverages that protect your new Honda and are
aware of your rights and responsibilities.
Whenever you ride, tread lightly. By staying on established trails and
riding only in approved areas, you help protect the environment and
keep off-road riding areas open for the future.
NOTICE
Introduction
Introduction
If you have any questions, or if you ever need special service or
repairs, remember that your dealer knows your ATV best and is
dedicated to your complete satisfaction.
Please report any change of address or ownership to your dealer so
we will be able to contact you concerning important product
information.
You may also want to visit our website at
www.powersports.honda.com.
Happy riding!
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
A Few Words About Safety
A Few Words About Safety
A Few Words About Saf ety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And
operating this ATV safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and other information on labels and
in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that
could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all hazards
associated with operating or maintaining an ATV. You must use your
own good judgment.
You will find important safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
Safety Labels — on the ATV.
Safety Messages — preceded by a safety alert symbol
2
and one
of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
A Few Words About Safety
A Few Words About Safety
These signal words mean:
Safety Headings — such as Important Safety Reminders or
Important Safety Precautions.
Safety Section — such as ATV Safety.
Instructions — how to use this ATV correctly and safely.
This entire manual is filled with important safety information —
please read it carefully.
3
DANGER
You WILL be KILLED or
SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t
follow instructions.
3
WARNING
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
3
CAUTION
You CAN be HURT if you don’t
follow instructions.
ATV Safety 1
ATV Safety
AT V Saf et y
This section presents some of the most important information and
recommendations to help you ride your ATV safely. Please take a few
moments to read these pages. This section also includes information
about the location of safety labels on your ATV.
Important Safety Information........................................................ 2
Safety Labels ................................................................................ 5
ATV Safety
2
Important Safety Information
Your ATV can provide many years of service and pleasure if you take
responsibility for your own safety and understand the challenges you
can meet while riding.
There is much that you can do to protect yourself when you ride.
You’ll find many helpful recommendations throughout this manual.
The following are a few that we consider to be most important.
Follow the Age Recommendation
The minimum recommended age for this ATV model is 16. Children
under age 16 should never operate this vehicle. Refer to the age
warnings provided in this manual and on the ATV.
Always Wear a Helmet
It’s a proven fact: helmets significantly reduce the number and
severity of head injuries. So always wear an approved motorcycle
helmet. We also recommend that you wear eye protection, sturdy
boots, gloves, and other protective gear (page 30).
Never Carry a Passenger
Your ATV is designed for one person only. There are no handholds,
footrests, or seat for a second person, so never carry a passenger. A
passenger could interfere with your ability to move around to
maintain your balance and control of the ATV.
ATV Safety 3
Important Safety Information
Ride Off-road Only
Your ATV is designed and manufactured for off-road use only. The
tires are not made for pavement, and the ATV does not have turn
signals and other features required for use on public roads. If you
need to cross a paved or public road, get off and walk your ATV
across.
Take Time to Learn & Practice
Even if you have ridden other ATVs, take time to become familiar
with how this ATV works and handles. Practice in a safe area until
you build your skills and get accustomed to the ATV’s size and
weight.
Because many crashes involve inexperienced or untrained riders, we
urge all riders to take a ATV operator course approved by the ATV
Safety Institute (ASI). See .page 32
Contact an authorized ATV dealer or call 1-800-887-2887 to find
out about the training courses nearest you.
Be Alert for Off-road Hazards
The terrain can present a variety of challenges when you ride off-
road. Continually “read” the terrain for unexpected turns, drop-offs,
rocks, ruts, and other hazards. Always keep your speed low enough
to allow time to see and react to hazards.
ATV Safety
4
Important Safety Information
Ride within Your Limits
Pushing limits is another major cause of ATV crashes. Never ride
beyond your personal abilities or faster than conditions warrant.
Remember that alcohol, drugs, fatigue, and inattention can
significantly reduce your ability to make good judgments and ride
safely.
Don’t Drink and Ride
Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability
to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets
worse with every additional drink. So don’t drink and ride, and don’t
let your friends drink and ride either.
Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition
It’s important to keep your ATV properly maintained and in safe
riding condition. Having a breakdown can be difficult, especially if
you are stranded off-road far from your base. To help avoid
problems, inspect your ATV before every ride and perform all
recommended maintenance.
ATV Safety 5
Safety Labels
Your ATV comes with a hang tag and several labels containing
important safety information. Anyone who rides the vehicle should
read and understand this information before riding.
The labels should be considered permanent parts of the vehicle. If a
label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your dealer for
replacements.
ATV Safety
6
Safety Labels
WARNING
Improper ATV use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH
with out pro p e r train ing or instructio n
at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions
on public roads - a collision can occur with
another veh icle
with a pa ssenger - pass enger s affect balance
and s teering and increase risk of losing control
ALWAYS :
use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle
overturns on hills and rough terrain and in turns
avoid paved surfaces - pavement may serio usly
affect h andling and control
LOCAT E AND REA D O W N ER'S MANUAL.
FOLLOW ALL INSTRU CTIONS AND W ARN INGS.
NEVER operate :
ALWAYS USE
AN APPROVED
HELMET AND
PROT ECTIVE
GEAR
NEVER USE NEVER USE
ON PUBLIC
ROAD S
NEVER CARRY
PASS EN G E R S WITH DRUG S
OR ALCOHO L
ATV Safety 7
Safety Labels
Overloading this ATV or carrying cargo
improperly can change handling,stability
and braking performance and can lead to an
accident.
Never exceed the maximum front cargo limit
of : lbs (33 15 kg).
Refer to instructions in the Owner’s
Manual.
WARNING
Improper tire pressure or overloading can
cause loss of control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury
or death.
Cold tire pressure :
Maximum weight capacity : lbs. (386 175kg)
Front : kPa) 2.9psi (20.0
Rear : kPa) 2.9psi (20.0
Operating this ATV if you are under
the age of 16 increases your chance
of severe injury or death.
NEVER operate this ATV if you are
under age 16.
ATV Safety
8
Safety Labels
NEVER ride as a passenger.
Passengers can cause a loss
of control, resulting in
SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.
Overloading this ATV or carrying cargo
improperly can change handling,stability
and braking performance and can lead to an
accident.
Never exceed the maximum rear cargo limit
(combined weight on the rear rack and in
the storage area) of : 66 lbs (30 kg).
Refer to instructions in the Owner’s
Manual.
WARNING
WARNING
Improper ATV use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH
withou t proper tr a i n ing o r instruction
at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions
on pub l ic roads - a collision can occur with
ano th er v e hicle
with a p as s e n g er - passengers affect balan ce
and steering and increase risk of losing control
A LWAY S :
use proper riding techniq u es to avoid veh i cle
overturns on hills and rou gh terrain an d in turns
avoid p av e d surfaces - pavement may seri o u sly
affect handli n g and co n t r o l
LOCATE AND READ OWN ER 'S MAN U AL.
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTION S AND WARNINGS.
NE V E R o p erate:
ALWAYS USE
AN APPROVED
HELMET AND
PROTEC T I VE
G E A R
NEVER USE NEVER USE
ON PUBLIC
ROAD S
NEVER CARRY
PA S S E N G ER S WITH DRUGS
OR ALCOHOL
Indicators & Controls 9
Indicators & Controls
(cont’d)
Indic at ors & Con tr ols
This section shows the location of all indicators and controls you
would normally use before or while riding your ATV.
The items listed on this page are described in this section.
Instructions for other components are presented in other sections of
this manual where they will be most useful.
Operation Component Locations ................................................ 11
Indicators ................................................................................... 14
Reverse and Neutral Indicators................................................. 14
Gear Position Indicator............................................................. 15
Indicators & Controls
10
Indicators & Controls
Controls & Features .................................................................... 16
Fuel Valve ................................................................................ 16
Choke Knob ............................................................................ 17
Ignition Switch......................................................................... 18
Start Button............................................................................. 19
Engine Stop Switch .................................................................. 19
Headlight Switch ..................................................................... 20
Headlight Dimmer Switch ........................................................ 20
Recoil Starter ........................................................................... 21
Throttle Lever .......................................................................... 22
Gearshift Switch ...................................................................... 23
Reverse Selector Knob ............................................................. 24
Front Brake Lever..................................................................... 25
Rear Brake Lever/Parking Brake Lever ....................................... 25
Rear Brake Pedal...................................................................... 25
Parking Brake .......................................................................... 26
Flag Pole Bracket ..................................................................... 27
Indicators & Controls 11
Operation Component Locations
headlight dimmer
switch
parking brake
lock lever
rear brake lever/
parking brake lever
engine stop
switch
start button ignition switch
throttle lever
front brake lever
headlight
switch
reverse selector knob
gearshift
switches
choke knob
Indicators & Controls
12
Operation Component Locations
front cargo rack
rear brake pedal
flag pole bracket
Indicators & Controls 13
Operation Component Locations
recoil starter seat lock lever
rear cargo rack
fuel valve
Indicators & Controls
14
Indicators
The reverse indicator (1) and the neutral indicator (2) are next to the
ignition switch.
The reverse indicator will light when the transmission is in reverse
and the ignition switch is ON (q).
The neutral indicator will light when the transmission is in neutral
and the ignition switch is ON (q).
If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have
your dealer check for burned-out bulbs or other problems.
Reverse and Neutral Indicators
(2) neutral indicator
(1) reverse indicator
CENTER OF HANDLEBAR
(2)(1)
Indicators & Controls 15
Indicators
The gear position indicator (q) shows the gear position when the
ignition switch is in the ON (q) position and the engine is running.
The indicator shows: 1 – 5 for the five forward speed gears.
Gear Position Indicator
CENTER OF HANDLEBAR
(1)
(1) gear position indicator
Indicators & Controls
16
Controls & Features
The manual fuel valve (1) is located on the left side of the fuel tank.
The three-way fuel valve is used to control the flow of fuel from the
fuel tank to the carburetor.
ON — normal position for riding.
OFF — for parking, storing, or transportation.
RES — for extra fuel to get to a gas supply for refueling.
Reserve Fuel
Remember to check that the fuel valve is in the ON position each
time you refuel. If the fuel valve is left in the RES position, you may
run out of fuel with no reserve.
For complete information about fueling your ATV, see .page 93
Fuel Valve
LEFT SIDE
ON OFF RES
(1) fuel valve
(1)
Indicators & Controls 17
Controls & Features
The choke knob (1) may be used when starting the engine. See
page 51.
Choke Knob d
d
d
dd
(1) choke knob
(1)
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(A)
(B)
(C)
(A) fully ON
(B) halfway position
(C) fully OFF
Indicators & Controls
18
Controls & Features
The ignition switch (1) is used for starting and stopping the engine
( ). Insert the key and turn it to the right for the ON (page 50 q)
position.
Ignition Switch
Key Position Function
ON (q) Electrical circuits on.
OFF (w) No electrical circuits function.
CENTER OF HANDLEBAR
ONOFF
(1)
q ON
w OFF
(1) ignition switch
Indicators & Controls 19
Controls & Features
The start button (1) is used for starting the engine. Pushing the
button in starts the engine. See Starting Procedure, .page 51
When the start button is pushed, the starter motor will crank the
engine. The starter motor will operate even if the engine stop switch
is in the OFF (r) position when the start button is pushed.
The engine stop switch (2) is used to stop the engine in an
emergency. To operate, slide the switch to the OFF (r) position. The
switch must be in the RUN (e) position to start the engine, and it
should normally remain in the RUN (e) position even when the
engine is OFF.
If your ATV is stopped with the ignition switch ON (q ) and the engine
stop switch OFF (r), the battery will discharge. Turn the ignition
switch OFF (w) to prevent battery discharge.
Start Button o
o
o
oo
Engine Stop Switch
e
e
e
ee r
r
r
rr
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1)
(2)
(1) start button
(2) engine stop switch
o START
r OFF
e RUN
Indicators & Controls
20
Controls & Features
The headlight switch (1) is used to turn the headlight ON (y) or OFF
(t). To operate, turn the switch to ON (y) or OFF (t).
The headlight dimmer switch (2) is used to change between the high
and low beams of the headlight. To operate, turn the switch to HI
(u) for high beam, LO (i ) for low beam.
Headlight Switch
y
y
y
yy t
t
t
tt
Headlight Dimmer Switch
u
u
u
uu i
i
i
ii
LEFT HANDLEBAR (2)
(1) headlight switch y ON
t OFF
u HI
i LO
(2) headlight dimmer switch
(1)
Indicators & Controls 21
Controls & Features
The recoil starter (1) is used to start the engine when the battery is
low. See Using the Recoil Starter, .page 55
Recoil Starter
LEFT SIDE
(1) recoil starter
(1)
Indicators & Controls
22
Controls & Features
The throttle controls engine rpm (speed). To increase engine rpm,
press the throttle lever (1) with your thumb. To reduce engine rpm,
release pressure on the throttle lever. The throttle will automatically
return to the closed position (engine idle) when you remove your
thumb.
Throttle Lever
RIGHT HANDLEBAR
(A)
(1) throttle lever
(1)
(A) to open the throttle
Indicators & Controls 23
Controls & Features
These switches are used to select the next higher or lower gear in the
transmission. To operate, press the upshift switch (1) to engage the
next higher gear or press the downshift switch (2) to engage the
next lower gear.
See Shifting Gears, .page 56
Gearshift Switch
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1) upshift switch
(1)
(2)
(2) downshift switch
Indicators & Controls
24
Controls & Features
The reverse selector knob (1), located on the rear brake lever/parking
brake lever (2), is used to shift into reverse. To operate, with your
ATV stopped and the transmission in neutral (make sure the neutral
indicator lights), push in the knob, squeeze the rear brake lever/
parking brake lever, then press the downshift switch (3) once. See
Riding in Reverse, .page 59
Reverse Selector Knob
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1) reverse selector knob
(1)
(2)
(2) rear brake lever/parking brake lever
(3)
(3) downshift switch
Indicators & Controls 25
Controls & Features
The front brake lever is used to slow or stop your ATV. To operate,
pull the lever. For information on braking techniques, see .page 61
The rear brake lever/parking brake lever is used to slow or stop your
ATV. To operate, pull the lever. For information on braking
techniques, see .page 61
The rear brake pedal is used to slow or stop your ATV. To operate,
depress the pedal. For information on braking techniques, see
page 61.
Front Brake Lever
Rear Brake Lever/Parking Brake Lever
Rear Brake Pedal
Indicators & Controls
26
Controls & Features
The lock lever (1) on the rear brake lever/parking brake lever (2)
allows it to be used as a parking brake. To operate, first squeeze the
rear brake lever/parking brake lever using your left hand and then
lock it with the lock lever using your right hand. See Parking
page 75.
The brake lights are activated by applying the parking brake. When
using the parking brake, be sure to turn the ignition switch OFF (w)
to avoid discharging the battery.
Parking Brake
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(A)
(1) lock lever
(1)
(A) to lock
(2)
(2) rear brake lever/parking brake lever
Indicators & Controls 27
Controls & Features
Flag poles are optional equipment available from your dealer. To
mount a pole in the bracket (1), follow the instructions that come
with the flag pole kit.
Flag poles are required in some riding areas. Check local regulations
before riding.
Flag Pole Bracket
RIGHT REAR
(1) flag pole bracket
(1)
Indicators & Controls
28
Before Riding 29
Before Riding
Before Riding
Before each ride, you need to make sure you and your Honda are
both ready to ride. To help get you prepared, this section discusses
how to evaluate your riding readiness, what items you should check
on your ATV, and adjustments to make for your comfort,
convenience, or safety. This section also includes important
information about loading.
Are You Ready to Ride?.............................................................. 30
Protective Apparel ................................................................... 30
Rider Training .......................................................................... 32
Age Recommendation ............................................................. 33
No Passengers ......................................................................... 33
No Alcohol or Drugs ................................................................ 34
Is Your ATV Ready to Ride? ........................................................ 35
Pre-ride Inspection ................................................................... 35
Load Limits & Guidelines............................................................. 38
Loading ................................................................................... 38
Load Limits .............................................................................. 39
Loading Guidelines .................................................................. 40
Accessories & Modifications........................................................ 41
Accessories .............................................................................. 41
Modifications........................................................................... 42
Before Riding
30
Are You Ready to Ride?
Before you ride your ATV for the first time, we urge you to:
• Read this owner’s manual and the labels on your ATV carefully.
• Make sure you understand all the safety messages.
• Know how to operate all the controls.
Before each ride, be sure:
• You feel well and are in good physical and mental condition.
• You are wearing an ap et (with chin strap proved motorcycle helm
tightened securely), eye protection, and other protective
clothing.
• You don’t have any alcohol or drugs in your system.
For your safety, we strongly recommend that you always wear an
approved motorcycle helmet, eye protection, boots, gloves, long
pants, and a long-sleeved shirt or jacket whenever you ride.
Although complete protection is not possible, wearing proper gear
can reduce the chance of injury when you ride.
Following are suggestions to help you choose the proper gear.
Helmet and Eye Protection
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.
Protective Apparel
Before Riding 31
Are You Ready to Ride?
An open-face helmet offers some protection, but a full-face helmet
offers more. Regardless of the style, look for a DOT (Department of
Transportation) sticker on any helmet you buy. Always wear a face
shield or goggles to protect your eyes and help your vision.
Additional Riding Gear
In addition to a helmet and eye protection, we also recommend:
• Sturdy off-road motorcycle boots to help protect your feet,
ankles, and lower legs.
• Off-road motorcycle gloves to help protect your hands.
• Riding pants with knee and hip pads, a riding jersey with padded
elbows, and a chest/shoulder protector.
3
WARNING
Operating this ATV without wearing an
approved motorcycle helmet, eye protection,
and protective clothing could increase your
chances of severe injury or death in the event
of an accident.
Always wear an approved motorcycle helmet
that fits properly and wear eye protection
(goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, long-
sleeved shirt or jacket and long pants.
Before Riding
32
Are You Ready to Ride?
Developing your riding skills is an on-going process. Even if you have
ridden other ATVs, take time to become familiar with how this ATV
works and handles. Practice riding the ATV in a safe area to build
your skills. Do not ride in rough terrain until you get accustomed to
the ATV’s controls, and feel comfortable with its size and weight.
We urge all riders to take a ATV operator course approved by the
ATV Safety Institute (ASI). For information about the ASI training
course nearest you, call the national toll-free number; (800) 887-
2887.
Other riding tips can be found in the Tips & Practice Guide for the
ATV Rider booklet that came with your ATV.
Rider Training
3
WARNING
Operating this ATV without proper
instruction could increase your risk of an
accident which could lead to serious injury or
death.
Beginning and inexperienced operators
should complete the certified training course
offered by Honda. They should then regularly
practice the skills learned in the course and
the operating techniques described in the
owner’s manual.
Before Riding 33
Are You Ready to Ride?
The minimum recommended age for this ATV model is 16. For
safety, never let children under 16 years old operate this vehicle.
This ATV is designed as an operator-only vehicle. The long seat is
designed to allow the rider to change body position, not for carrying
a passenger. Never let a passenger ride on the seat or on the front or
rear cargo racks.
Age Recommendation
3
WARNING
A child using an ATV that is not
recommended for their age could lose vehicle
control while riding, resulting in severe injury
or death.
A child under 16 should never operate an ATV
with engine size greater than 90cc.
No Passengers
3
WARNING
Carrying a passenger on this ATV greatly
reduces your ability to balance and control
this ATV and could cause a crash and you or
your passenger could be injured or killed.
Never carry a passenger on this ATV.
Before Riding
34
Are You Ready to Ride?
Alcohol, drugs and ATVs don’t mix. Even a small amount of alcohol
can impair your ability to operate an ATV safely. Likewise, drugs —
even if prescribed by a physician — can be dangerous while
operating an ATV. Consult your doctor to be sure it is safe to operate
a vehicle after taking medication.
No Alcohol or Drugs
3
WARNING
Operating this ATV after consuming alcohol
or drugs can seriously affect your judgement,
cause you to react more slowly, affect your
balance and perception, and result in serious
injury or death.
Never consume alcohol or drugs before or
while operating this ATV.
Before Riding 35
(cont’d)
Is Your ATV Ready to Ride?
Before each ride, it’s important to inspect your ATV and make sure
any problem you find is corrected. A pre-ride inspection is a must,
not only for safety, but because having a breakdown, or even a flat
tire, can be a major inconvenience.
If your ATV has overturned or been involved in a collision, do not ride
the vehicle until it has been inspected by your dealer. There may be
damage or other problems you cannot see.
Check the following items before you get on the ATV:
3
WARNING
Improperly maintaining this ATV or failing to
correct a problem before riding can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Always perform a pre-ride inspection before
every ride and correct any problems.
Pre-ride Inspection
Engine Oil Check the level and add oil if needed
(page 99).
Check for leaks.
Fuel Check the level and add fuel ( ) if page 94
needed. Also make sure the fuel fill cap is
securely fastened.
Check for leaks.
Before Riding
36
Is Your ATV Ready to Ride?
If you are carrying cargo, also check the following:
Tires Use a gauge to check the air pressure.
Adjust if needed. Also look for signs of
damage or excessive wear ( ).page 135
Guards Check for damage or looseness
(page 141).
Nuts & Bolts
Check the wheels to see that the axle nuts are
tightened. Use a wrench to make sure all
accessible nuts, bolts, and fasteners are tight.
Underbody & Exhaust
System
Check for, and remove, any dirt,
vegetation or other debris that could be a
fire hazard or interfere with the proper
operation of the vehicle.
Air Cleaner Housing
Drain Tube
Check for deposits in the drain tube. If
necessary, clean the tube ( ) and page 108
check the air cleaner housing.
Leaks, Loose Parts Walk around your ATV and look for
anything that appears unusual, such as a
leak or loose cable.
Cable Check the cable housings for wear. Check
the fittings for looseness. Replace or
tighten as needed.
Lights Make sure the headlight, brake light and
taillight are working properly.
Loading Limits Make sure you do not exceed the load
limits ( ).page 39
Cargo Check that all cargo is secure.
Before Riding 37
Is Your ATV Ready to Ride?
Check these items after you get on the ATV:
Remember, be sure to take care of any problem you find, or have
your dealer correct it before you ride.
Throttle Check the freeplay and adjust if needed.
Press the throttle to make sure it moves
smoothly without sticking, and snaps shut
automatically when it is released, in all
steering positions (page 109).
Brakes Squeeze the front and rear brake levers
and step on the rear brake pedal to check
that the controls operate normally. Check
for proper freeplay (pages 123 127 129, , ).
Make sure there is no brake fluid leakage.
Reverse Assist Lever Check the freeplay and adjust if needed
( ). Make surepage 113 the lever operates
smoothly without sticking.
Headlight and Headlight
Dimmer Switch
Check for proper function ( ).page 20
Engine Stop Switch Check for proper function ( ).page 19
Steering Check that the wheels turn properly as you
steer the handlebar. Move the handlebar
right and left and check that there is no
excessive backlash.
Before Riding 39
Load Limits & Guidelines
Following are the load limits for your ATV:
There are limits to how much weight can be carried on your ATV and
be pulled in a trailer.
The following load limits apply to standard equipment only.
Modifying your ATV, using non-standard equipment, or riding on
terrain that is not flat and smooth could further reduce these limits.
Tongue weight can be measured with an ordinary bathroom scale.
Place the scale under the tongue, using either a tongue jack or other
support to keep the trailer level.
The weight of added accessories will reduce the maximum cargo
weight you can carry.
Load Limits
maximum weight capacity 386 lb (175 kg)
(includes the weight of the rider,
all cargo, and accessories.)
front cargo rack weight limit
rear cargo rack weight limit
tow weight limit
= 33 lb (15 kg)
= 66 lb (30 kg)
= 500 lb {225 kgf} (2206 N)
(Combined weight of the trailer
and all cargo in the trailer)
tongue weight = 30 lb {14 kgf} (137 N) recommended
(Weight on the trailer
tongue)
tongue and rear cargo weight = 66 lb (30 kg)
(Combined weight on the trailer
tongue and on the rear cargo
rack, and in the storage area)
Before Riding
40
Load Limits & Guidelines
Carrying cargo or pulling a trailer will affect how your ATV handles
and greatly reduce its ability in accelerating, braking and making
turns and other maneuvers.
Be sure to observe the weight limits and follow these guidelines:
• Check that the tires are properly inflated.
• Do not place cargo anywhere on the ATV other than on the front
and rear racks. Otherwise, operating stability may be adversely
affected.
• Never ride with a passenger on the front or rear cargo racks. The
ATV is not designed to carry a passenger.
• Load cargo on the rear rack as far forward as possible. Make sure
cargo on the front rack does not interfere with handlebar
movement.
• Do not allow cargo to extend beyond the edges of either the
front or rear racks.
• Make sure all cargo is secured before riding.
• Balance cargo weight evenly on both sides.
• Never exceed the maximum weight limit.
• When towing a trailer, take care to maintain balance and
stability. Distribute cargo between the front and rear of the trailer
to obtain the recommended tongue weight.
• Allow extra room for starting, stopping and turning whenever
you carry cargo or pull a trailer.
• Avoid riding on steep slopes when carrying cargo or pulling a
trailer.
• Never cross a slope when towing a trailer.
Loading Guidelines
Before Riding
42
Accessories & Modifications
We strongly advise you not to remove any original equipment or
modify your ATV in any way that would change its design or
operation. Such changes could seriously impair your ATV’s handling,
stability, and braking, making it unsafe to ride.
We also advise you not to make any modifications or remove any
equipment (such as the USDA qualified spark arrester or emission
control system components) that would make your ATV illegal in
your area.
Removing or modifying your lights, exhaust system, emission control
system, or other equipment can also make your ATV illegal.
Modifications
Basic Operation & Riding 43
Basic Operation & Riding
(cont’d)
Basic Operation & Riding
This section gives basic riding instructions, including how to start and
stop your engine, and how to use the throttle and brakes. It also
provides important information on riding with cargo.
To protect your new engine and enjoy optimum performance and
service life, refer to Break-in Guidelines ( ).page 188
For information about carburetor adjustment for riding at high
altitude, see .page 189
Safe Riding Precautions .............................................................. 45
Off-road Use Only.................................................................... 45
Keep Hands and Feet on Controls............................................ 46
Control Speed ......................................................................... 47
Use Care on Unfamiliar or Rough Terrain ................................. 48
Do Not Perform Stunts............................................................. 49
Starting & Stopping the Engine................................................... 50
Preparation.............................................................................. 50
Starting Procedure ................................................................... 51
Flooded Engine........................................................................ 54
How to Stop the Engine........................................................... 54
Using the Recoil Starter............................................................ 55
Shifting Gears............................................................................. 56
Riding in Reverse ........................................................................ 59
Basic Operation & Riding
44
Basic Operation & Riding
Braking....................................................................................... 61
Riding Your ATV ......................................................................... 63
Making Turns .......................................................................... 63
Skidding or Sliding ................................................................... 65
Riding Up Hills ......................................................................... 66
Riding Down Hills .................................................................... 70
Crossing or Turning on Hills or Slopes ...................................... 71
Riding Over Obstacles .............................................................. 73
Riding Through Water ............................................................. 74
Parking ....................................................................................... 75
Basic Operation & Riding 45
Safe Riding Precautions
Before riding your ATV for the first time, please review the ATV
Safety section beginning on , and the page 1 Before Riding section
beginning on .page 29
Even if you have ridden other ATVs, take time to become familiar
with how this ATV works and handles. Practice in a safe area until
you build your skills and get accustomed to the ATV’s size and
weight.
Your ATV and its tires are designed and manufactured for off-road
use only, not for pavement. Riding on pavement can affect handling
and control. You should not ride your ATV on pavement.
When riding off-road, also remember to always obey local off-road
riding laws and regulations. Obtain permission to ride on private
property. Avoid posted areas and obey “no trespassing” signs.
Off-road Use Only
3
WARNING
Operating this ATV on paved surfaces may
seriously affect handling and control of the
ATV, and may cause the vehicle to go out of
control.
Never operate the ATV on any paved surfaces,
including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots
and streets.
Basic Operation & Riding
46
Safe Riding Precautions
You should never ride your ATV on public streets, roads or highways,
even if they are not paved. Drivers of street vehicles may have difficulty
seeing and avoiding you, which could lead to a collision. In many states
it is illegal to operate ATVs on public streets, roads and highways.
Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footpegs
when riding your ATV. This is important to maintain your balance and to
control the vehicle. Removing even one hand from the handlebars or one
foot from the footpegs can reduce your ability to control the ATV or could
cause you to lose your balance and fall off the ATV.
3
WARNING
Operating this ATV on public streets, roads or
highways could cause you to collide with
another vehicle.
Never operate this ATV on any public street,
road or highway, even a dirt or gravel one.
Keep Hands and Feet on Controls
3
WARNING
Removing hands from handlebars or feet
from footpegs during operation can reduce
your ability to control the ATV or could cause
you to lose your balance and fall off of the
ATV.
Always keep both hands on the handlebars
and both feet on the footpegs of your ATV
during operation.
Basic Operation & Riding 47
Safe Riding Precautions
Riding at excessive speed increases the chance of a crash. In
choosing a proper speed, you need to consider the capability of your
vehicle, the terrain, visibility and other operating conditions, plus
your own skills and experience.
Control Speed
3
WARNING
Operating this ATV at excessive speeds
increases your chances of losing control of the
ATV, which can result in an accident.
Always go at a speed that is proper for your
vehicle, the terrain, visibility and other
operating conditions, and your experience.
(1)
(1) footpeg
Basic Operation & Riding
48
Safe Riding Precautions
Before riding in a new area, always check the terrain thoroughly.
Don’t ride fast on unfamiliar terrain or when visibility is limited. (It’s
sometimes difficult to see obstructions like hidden rocks, bumps, or
holes in time to react.)
Use Care on Unfamiliar or Rough Terrain
3
WARNING
Failure to use extra care when operating this
ATV on unfamiliar terrain could result in the
ATV overturning or going out of control.
Go slowly and be extra careful when
operating on unfamiliar terrain. Always be
alert to changing terrain conditions when
operating the ATV.
Basic Operation & Riding
50
Starting & Stopping the Engine
Always follow the proper starting procedure described below.
For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed
area such as a garage. Your ATV’s exhaust contains poisonous
carbon monoxide gas which can collect rapidly in an enclosed area
and cause illness or death.
1.
Before starting, select a level surface and lock the parking brake
(page 26).
2.
Turn the fuel valve (1) to ON and turn the ignition switch (2) to
ON (q).
Confirm the following:
• The transmission is in neutral, and the neutral indicator (3) is ON.
• The engine stop switch (4) is set to RUN (e).
Preparation
(1)
(1) fuel valve
(3)
(2)
(4)
(2) ignition switch
(3) neutral indicator
(4) engine stop switch
ON
Basic Operation & Riding 51
Starting & Stopping the Engine
(cont’d)
To restart a warm engine, follow the procedure for “High Air
Temperature.”
The starter motor will operate only when the transmission is in
neutral.
Normal Air Temperature 10° – 35°C (50° – 95°F)
1.
Pull the choke knob (1) up all the way to fully ON (A) position, if
the engine is cold.
2.
With the throttle slightly open, press the start button.
• Pressing the electric start button for more than 5 seconds at a
time may cause the starter to overheat and damage the starter.
Release the start button for approximately 10 seconds before
pressing it again.
Starting Procedure
(1)
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(A) fully ON
(B) halfway position
(C) fully OFF
(1) choke knob
(A)
(B)
(C)
Basic Operation & Riding 53
Starting & Stopping the Engine
Low Air Temperature 10°C (50°F) or below
1.
Follow steps 1 – 2 under “Normal Air Temperature.”
2.
Warm up the engine by opening and closing the throttle slightly.
3.
When the engine begins to run slightly rough, push the choke
knob down to the halfway position (B).
4.
Continue warming up the engine until it runs smoothly and
responds to the throttle, then push the choke knob down all the
way to fully OFF (C).
5.
If idling is unstable, open the throttle slightly.
If the engine doesn’t start after pushing the start button several
times, use the recoil starter.
NOTICE
Extended use of the choke may impair piston and cylinder wall
lubrication and shorten the life of the engine.
Do not race the engine during the warm-up period.
Racing a cold engine wastes fuel and increases engine wear.
Snapping the throttle or fast idling for more than 5 minutes may
cause exhaust pipe and muffler discolorations.
Basic Operation & Riding
54
Starting & Stopping the Engine
If the engine fails to start after repeated attempts, it may be flooded
with excess fuel. To clear a flooded engine:
1.
Move the engine stop switch to OFF (r).
2.
Push the choke knob down all the way to fully OFF.
3.
Open the throttle fully.
4.
Press the start button for 5 seconds.
5.
Wait 10 seconds, then turn the engine stop switch to RUN (e).
6.
Repeat the “Normal Air Temperature” starting procedure, but
don’t use the choke.
If the engine still won’t start, refer to If Your Engine Quits or Won’t
Start, .page 164
Normal Engine Stop
To stop the engine, make sure the transmission is in neutral by
checking that the neutral indicator light is on, then turn the ignition
switch OFF (w).
The engine stop switch should normally remain in the RUN (e)
position even when the engine is OFF.
If your ATV is stopped with the engine stop switch OFF (r) and the
ignition switch ON (q), the battery will discharge.
Emergency Engine Stop
To stop the engine in an emergency, use the engine stop switch. To
operate, slide the switch to the OFF (r) position.
Flooded Engine
How to Stop the Engine
Basic Operation & Riding 55
Starting & Stopping the Engine
The recoil starter is used to start the engine when the battery is low.
To operate the recoil starter:
1.
Check that the transmission is in neutral.
2.
Grasp the starter grip (1) firmly, then pull it out slowly
approximately 4 in (100 mm).
3.
Pull the grip up briskly and fully.
4.
After the engine starts, allow the starter grip to return slowly.
Pull the recoil starter grip straight out so that the cord does not
touch the side cover. Repeated contact with the side cover can
damage the starter cord.
If the starter grip does not return smoothly (because of dirt in the
assembly), see your dealer.
The engine cannot be started if the battery is disconnected, low or
dead.
If the engine cannot be started with connecting the battery, charge
the battery ( ).page 146
When the engine cannot be started even if the battery is charged,
see your dealer.
Using the Recoil Starter
(1)
LEFT SIDE
(1) recoil starter grip
1.
2.3.
Basic Operation & Riding
56
Shifting Gears
Your ATV has five forward gears: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
Two gearshift switches are located next to the left handlebar grip:
upshift ( ) and downshift ( ).
To upshift the transmission, press the upshift switch (1) once.
To downshift the transmission, press the downshift switch (2) once.
To select reverse, use the reverse selector knob ( ).page 59
After starting the engine and letting it warm up, follow these
procedures:
1.
With the transmission in neutral, release the parking brake, but
continue squeezing the rear brake lever.
2.
With the throttle closed, press the upshift switch once to shift
into 1st gear.
UPSHIFTING SEQUENCE
DOWNSHIFTING SEQUENCE
(1)
(A)
(A) (2)
(1) upshift switch
(2) downshift switch
(A) press
Basic Operation & Riding 57
Shifting Gears
(cont’d)
3.
Release the rear brake lever/parking brake lever and increase
engine speed by gradually opening the throttle.
4.
When speed increases, release the throttle and shift to 2nd gear
by pressing the upshift switch once.
5.
Repeat this sequence to progressively upshift to 3rd, 4th and 5th
(top) gear.
6.
To downshift, press the downshift switch once. Remember to
close the throttle each time you shift to the next lower gear.
The transmission cannot be upshifted from neutral to first gear when
the engine speed is above 3,000 rpm or the ground speed is above
2 mph (3 km/h).
The transmission cannot be downshifted from 1st gear to neutral
when the ground speed is above 2 mph (3 km/h).
If the electric shift system malfunctions, the transmission cannot be
shifted by pressing the gearshift switches. See your dealer. (In an
emergency, a gear may be selected manually so you may move the
vehicle. See Emergency Gear Selection & Operation ).page 168
Learning when to shift gears comes with experience. Keep the
following tips in mind:
• As a general rule, shift while moving in a straight line.
• Close the throttle completely before shifting. Improper shifting
may damage the engine, transmission, and drivetrain.
• Upshift to a higher gear or reduce throttle before engine rpm
(speed) gets too high. Learn the relationship between engine
sound and the normal shifting points.
Basic Operation & Riding 59
(cont’d)
Riding in Reverse
If you need to ride in reverse, make sure the area behind you is clear
and only operate the ATV at low speed.
1.
Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, then make sure the
transmission is in neutral.
2.
Be sure there are no obstacles or people in the way.
3.
While pushing the reverse selector knob (1) in, squeeze the rear
brake lever/parking brake lever (2), then press the downshift
switch (3) once to shift into “R” (reverse) gear.
3
WARNING
Improperly operating in reverse could cause
you to hit an obstacle or person behind you,
resulting in serious injury.
Make sure there are no obstacles or people
behind you before selecting reverse gear.
When it is safe to proceed, go slowly.
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1)
(1) reverse selector knob
(2)
(2) rear brake lever/
parking brake lever
(3) downshift switch
(4) upshift switch
(3)
(4)
Basic Operation & Riding
60
Riding in Reverse
NOTICE
Your ATV may be equipped with a reverse speed limiter, which helps
the vehicle to maintain a safe speed while riding in reverse gear.
4.
Release the rear brake lever/parking brake lever.
5.
Open the throttle gradually and ride slowly. Do not open the
throttle suddenly or make abrupt turns.
6.
To stop, close the throttle and gradually apply both the front and
rear brakes. Do not abruptly apply the rear brake by itself.
7.
To shift out of reverse and into neutral, press the upshift switch
(4) once to shift into “N” (neutral) gear.
The transmission cannot be shifted from neutral back into reverse
when the engine speed is above 3,000 rpm or speed of your ATV is
above 2 mph (3 km/h).
3
WARNING
Applying only the rear brake abruptly when
operating in reverse gear could cause the
front wheels to lift off the ground and the
ATV could overturn backwards.
Carefully apply both the front and rear brakes
when stopping in reverse gear.
Basic Operation & Riding
62
Braking
Your ability to brake in a turn and to brake hard in an emergency
situation are important riding skills.
When descending a long, steep grade, use engine compression
braking by downshifting, with intermittent use of both brakes.
Continuous brake application can overheat the brakes and reduce
their effectiveness.
Riding with your foot resting on the brake pedal or your hands on
the brake levers may overheat the brakes, reducing effectiveness.
For information on how to apply the brakes in various riding
situations, see the following section, Riding Your ATV.
Basic Operation & Riding 63
Riding Your ATV
Learn how to turn your ATV properly. Practice the techniques
outlined in this section on level ground and at low speeds until you
are confident in making turns.
Making Turns
3
WARNING
Turning improperly can make the ATV go out
of control, causing a collision or overturn.
• Always follow proper procedures for
turning as described in this owner’s manual.
• Practice turning at low speeds before
attempting to turn at faster speeds.
• Do not turn at excessive speeds.
Basic Operation & Riding
64
Riding Your ATV
To make a turn on level ground: Steer the handlebar and lean your
body toward the inside of the turn. Leaning helps balance the
vehicle, and it feels more comfortable. Leaning into a turn is an
important technique to master in riding an ATV.
To make a sharp turn at low speed: It helps to shift your body slightly
forward on the seat, and lean inside, as you steer the handlebar.
Shifting weight forward allows the rear wheels to turn easier, and it
also improves front-wheel steering.
To make a turn from a full stop: Apply the throttle gradually when
you turn and start up at the same time. Remember to shift your body
forward to make sharp low-speed turns and whenever you turn
while accelerating from a full stop.
Lean your body to the inside of a turn and forward.
Basic Operation & Riding 65
Riding Your ATV
The terrain surface can be a major factor affecting turns. Skidding
during a turn is more likely to occur on slippery surfaces, such as
snow, ice, mud and loose gravel. If you skid on ice, you may lose all
directional control. To avoid skidding on slippery terrain, keep your
speed low and ride with caution.
If your ATV skids sideways during a turn, steer in the direction of the
skid. Avoid hard braking or accelerating until you have regained
directional control.
Skidding or Sliding
3
WARNING
Skidding or sliding improperly may cause you
to lose control of this ATV. You may also
regain traction unexpectedly, which may
cause the ATV to overturn.
Learn to safely control skidding by practicing
at low speeds and on level, smooth terrain.
Basic Operation & Riding
66
Riding Your ATV
The ATV’s ability to safely climb hills largely depends on the rider’s
skill and judgment. Begin by practicing on smooth, gentle slopes. As
you gain experience, you’ll learn the hazards and your own
limitations. You may then proceed to ride on more difficult terrain.
However, you must be able to decide which hills or hazards might
cause the ATV to overturn. Avoid excessively steep hills.
When climbing hills, you must shift weight toward the front wheels
to help keep them on the ground. To do this, shift your body slightly
forward on the seat and lean forward. For greater weight shift, move
your body farther forward and lean forward.
Riding Up Hills
3
WARNING
Operating on excessively steep hills can cause
the vehicle to overturn more easily than
operating on level surfaces or small hills.
Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for
the ATV or for your abilities.
3
WARNING
Climbing hills improperly could cause loss of
control or cause the ATV to overturn.
Always follow proper procedures for climbing
hills as described in this owner’s manual.
Basic Operation & Riding 67
Riding Your ATV
• Always check the terrain carefully before you start up any hill.
• Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces.
• To climb a hill, take a running start in an appropriate gear and
speed for the conditions. Maintain a steady speed as you ascend
the hill.
• Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes.
The ATV could flip over backward.
• Never go over the top of any hill at high speed. An obstacle, a
sharp drop, or another vehicle or person could be on the other
side of the hill.
Shift weight forward when climbing hills.
Basic Operation & Riding
68
Riding Your ATV
Stalling the ATV and/or Rolling Backwards:
If you incorrectly estimate climbing capability or terrain conditions,
the ATV may not have enough power or traction to continue uphill.
If this happens, the ATV can stall and/or roll backwards.
What to do if the ATV stalls or rolls backwards when climbing a hill:
If you are about to lose all forward speed:
1.
Using the front and rear brakes together, bring the ATV to a stop
with the vehicle pointed straight uphill.
2.
Get off the ATV while you continue holding the brakes.
3.
Shift into neutral, set the parking brake and turn the engine off.
4.
Then assess the situation.
If the ATV starts rolling backwards before you begin braking:
1.
Keep your weight uphill.
2.
Carefully apply the front brakes first, then carefully apply the rear
brake. Do not apply the rear brake only or abruptly if you are
rolling backwards, or the vehicle may overturn.
If the ATV continues sliding backwards:
After you’ve applied the brakes, get off and away from the vehicle.
3
WARNING
Stalling, rolling backwards or improperly
dismounting while climbing a hill could result
in the ATV overturning.
Always follow proper procedures for climbing
a hill as described in this owner’s manual.
Basic Operation & Riding 69
Riding Your ATV
What to do after the ATV has stalled or rolled backwards:
If the hill is too steep or too slippery, or if you have any doubt
whether you can safely walk the ATV back down the hill, leave the
vehicle where it is and get help. If possible, block the wheels so the
vehicle doesn’t roll backwards.
If the hill is not too steep and you have good footing, you may be
able to walk the ATV back down the hill. Make sure your intended
path is clear in case you lose control of the ATV.
1.
Stand with your body facing downhill, beside the vehicle so you
can reach the rear brake lever with your right hand.
2.
Be sure your legs are clear of the wheels.
Check your footing.
3.
Slowly and carefully back the ATV down the hill using the rear
brake lever to control speed.
4.
If you lose control of the ATV, for your safety, get away from the
vehicle.
Be sure your legs are
clear of the wheels.
Body position for
backing down a hill.
Basic Operation & Riding
72
Riding Your ATV
Crossing Hills or Slopes
• To maintain balance and stability when riding across a slope, you
need to shift weight toward the uphill side of the vehicle. To do
this, move your body off the center of the seat and lean toward
the uphill side.
• On a slippery or loose surface, you may also need to steer slightly
uphill to maintain a straight course across the slope.
• Avoid crossing hills that are excessively steep, slippery or rough.
Making Turns on Slopes
• Compared to riding on level ground, you may need to shift more
weight and lean more when making turns on slopes.
• Do not make turns on any slopes until you have first mastered the
techniques for making turns on level terrain.
Shift weight uphill when crossing slopes.
Basic Operation & Riding 73
Riding Your ATV
Before operating in a new area, check for obstacles. Watch out for
bumps, rain ruts, potholes and other obstacles in the terrain. When
you approach any obstacle, reduce your speed and be prepared to
stop.
Never try to ride over large obstacles, such as large rocks or fallen
logs.
Riding Over Obstacles
3
WARNING
Improperly operating over obstacles could
cause loss of control or a collision and could
cause the ATV to overturn.
When you go over obstacles, always follow
proper procedures as described in this
owner’s manual.
Basic Operation & Riding
74
Riding Your ATV
Your ATV is designed to travel through water up to approximately
10 inches (254 mm) deep. Before crossing a stream, make sure the
water is not too deep or flowing too fast.
1.
Choose a path where both banks have gradual slopes.
2.
Proceed through the water at a slow, steady speed.
3.
Watch out for submerged obstacles and slippery rocks.
4.
Avoid getting the spark plug or air cleaner wet, as this would
cause the engine to stop.
5.
After leaving the water, always test both the front and rear
brakes.
• Riding through water can make the brakes less effective than
normal, and may reduce stopping ability.
• If necessary, apply the brakes repeatedly until they dry out and
operate normally.
• If the brakes don’t regain effectiveness, stop your ATV and
follow the procedures on page 134.
Riding Through Water
3
WARNING
The ATV tires have some ability to float.
Operating this ATV through deep or fast-
flowing water may cause a loss of traction
and loss of control, which could lead to an
accident.
Never operate this ATV in fast-flowing water
or in water deeper than that specified in this
owner’s manual.
Basic Operation & Riding 75
Parking
1.
Look for level parking area. Make sure the ground surface is firm.
2.
After bringing your ATV to a stop, hold the brakes while you shift
into neutral.
3.
Set the parking brake.
4.
Turn the ignition switch OFF (w).
5.
If you’re finished riding for the day, turn the fuel valve OFF.
If it is necessary to start the engine when your ATV in gear and is
stopped on a grade, rock the vehicle back and forth to allow shifting
the transmission into neutral.
The brake lights are activated by applying the parking brake. When
using the parking brake, be sure to turn the ignition switch OFF (w)
to avoid discharging the battery.
Parking on a Steep Incline or a Loose or Slippery Surface
If you must park your ATV on a steep incline or loose or slippery
surface, use the following procedure:
1.
While holding the brakes, set the parking brake.
2.
Turn the ignition switch OFF (w) and release the brakes.
3.
If the ATV begins to move, either while sitting on it or after you
dismount, find a better parking location.
4.
If rocks or other objects are available, you can block the wheels
as shown for additional security.
Basic Operation & Riding
76
Servicing Your Honda 77
Servicing Your Honda
(cont’d)
Servicing Your Honda
To help keep your ATV in good shape, this section includes a
Maintenance Schedule for required service and step-by-step
instructions for specific maintenance tasks. You’ll also find important
safety precautions, information on fuels and oils, and tips for
keeping your Honda looking good.
For information about replacing fuses, see .page 174
For information about the exhaust emission and noise requirements
of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the
California Air Resources Board (CARB), see .page 190
Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission control
devices and systems may be performed by any ATV repair
establishment or individual using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
Before You Service Your Honda
The Importance of Maintenance ................................................. 79
Maintenance Safety.................................................................... 80
Important Safety Precautions ................................................... 81
Maintenance Schedule ............................................................... 82
Maintenance Record................................................................... 86
Service Preparations
Maintenance Component Locations ........................................... 87
Tool Kit ...................................................................................... 90
Owner’s Manual Storage ............................................................ 91
Seat Removal.............................................................................. 92
Servicing Your Honda
78
Servicing Your Honda
Service Procedures
Fluids & Filters
Fuel ............................................................................................ 93
Engine Oil................................................................................... 96
Gear Case Oil ........................................................................... 102
Air Cleaner ............................................................................... 104
Engine
Throttle .................................................................................... 109
Carburetor Choke Cable & Knob .............................................. 111
Clutch System .......................................................................... 112
Reverse Lock System ................................................................. 113
Engine Idle Speed ..................................................................... 114
Spark Plug ................................................................................ 115
Valves....................................................................................... 118
Spark Arrester .......................................................................... 119
Chassis
Brakes ...................................................................................... 120
Tires ......................................................................................... 135
Guards ..................................................................................... 141
Electrical
Battery ..................................................................................... 142
Appearance Care...................................................................... 147
Servicing Your Honda 79
The Importance of Maintenance
A well-maintained ATV is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-
free riding. It will also help reduce air pollution. Careful pre-ride
inspections and good maintenance are especially important because
your ATV is designed to be ridden over rough off-road terrain.
To help you properly care for your ATV, this section of the manual
provides a Maintenance Schedule. The service intervals in this
schedule are based on average riding conditions.
More frequent service is needed if you subject your ATV to severe
use or ride in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Frequent servicing of the air cleaner is especially important to help
you avoid a possible costly engine repair.
If your ATV overturns or is involved in a crash, be sure your dealer
inspects all major parts, even if you are able to make some repairs.
3
WARNING
Improperly maintaining this ATV or failing to
correct a problem before you ride can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations and
schedules in this owner’s manual.
Servicing Your Honda
80
Maintenance Safety
This section includes instructions on how to perform some important
maintenance tasks. If you have basic mechanical skills, you can
perform many of these tasks with the tools provided with your ATV.
Other tasks that are more difficult and require special tools are best
performed by professionals. Removing the wheels should normally
be handled only by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic.
Instructions are included in this manual only to assist in emergency
service.
Some of the most important safety precautions follow. However, we
cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in
performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you
should perform a given task.
3
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance
instructions and precautions can cause you to
be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and
precautions in this owner’s manual.
Servicing Your Honda 81
Maintenance Safety
• Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or
repairs. This will help eliminate several potential hazards:
Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust. Be sure
there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine.
Burns from hot ATV parts. Let the engine and exhaust system
cool before touching.
Injury from moving parts. Do not run the engine unless
instructed to do so.
• Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have
the tools and skills required.
• To reduce the possibility of a fire or explosion, be careful when
working around gasoline. Use only non-flammable solvent, not
gasoline, to clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away
from all fuel-related parts.
Remember that your Honda dealer knows your ATV best and is fully
equipped to maintain and repair it. To ensure the best quality and
reliability, use only new Honda Genuine Parts or other equivalents
for repair and replacement. If you have the tools and skills required
for additional maintenance jobs, you can purchase an official Honda
Service Manual ( ).page 198
Important Safety Precautions
Servicing Your Honda
84
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Procedures:
I: inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary
C: clean
A: adjust
L: lubricate
R: replace
* Should be serviced by your dealer, unless the owner has proper tools and service data and is
mechanically qualified. Refer to the official Honda Service Manual ( ).page 198
** In the interest of safety, we recommend these items be serviced only by your dealer.
FREQUENCY WHICHEVER
COMES FIRST
INITIAL REGULAR
Refer to
page
MAINT. MAINT. INTERVAL
mi 100 600 1200
km 150 1000 2000
MONTH
1 6 12
ITEMS NOTE HOURS 20 100 200
* FUEL LINE I —
* THROTTLE OPERATION I 109
* CARBURETOR CHOKE I 111
AIR CLEANER
NOTE 1
C C 104
AIR CLEANER HOUSING
DRAIN TUBE
NOTE 2
I I 108
SPARK PLUG I I 115
* VALVE CLEARANCE I I I 118
ENGINE OIL INITIAL= 100 mi (150 km),
20 operating hours or 1
month: R
REGULAR= Every 600 mi
(1,000 km), 100 operating
hours or 12 months: R
96
** ENGINE OIL STRAINER
SCREEN
C —
** ENGINE OIL CENTRIFUGAL
FILTER
C —
* ENGINE IDLE SPEED I I I 114
Servicing Your Honda 85
Maintenance Schedule
* Should be serviced by your dealer, unless the owner has proper tools and service data and is
mechanically qualified. Refer to the official Honda Service Manual ( ).page 198
** In the interest of safety, we recommend these items be serviced only by your dealer.
FREQUENCY WHICHEVER
COMES FIRST
INITIAL REGULAR
Refer to
page
MAINT. MAINT. INTERVAL
mi 100 600 1200
km 150 1000 2000
MONTH 1 6 12
ITEMS NOTE HOURS 20 100 200
REAR FINAL GEAR CASE OIL
(R: EVERY
2 YEARS)
I102
* BRAKE FLUID
NOTE 3
I I 120
* BRAKE SHOE WEAR
NOTE 1
I132
* BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH I I I 133
BRAKE SYSTEM I I I 120
* REVERSE LOCK SYSTEM I I I 113
GUARDS I I 141
* CLUTCH SYSTEM I I I 112
* SUSPENSION I I —
* SPARK ARRESTER C C 119
* NUTS, BOLTS, FASTENERS I I —
** WHEELS/TIRES I I I 135
** TIE-ROD AND JOINT
BOOTS
I I I —
** STEERING SHAFT HOLDER
BEARINGS
I —
** STEERING SYSTEM I —
Servicing Your Honda
86
Maintenance Record
Keeping an accurate maintenance record will help ensure that your
ATV is properly maintained. Retain detailed receipts to verify the
maintenance was performed. If the ATV is sold, these receipts should
be transferred with the ATV to the new owner. Make sure whoever
performs the maintenance completes this record. All scheduled
maintenance, including the 100 mile (150 km) or 1 month or 20
hours initial maintenance, is considered a normal owner operating
cost and will be charged for by your dealer. Use the space under
Notes to record anything you want to remind yourself about or
mention to your dealer.
Miles (km) or
months or hours
Date Performed By: Notes
100 (150) or
1 or 20
600 (1,000) or
6 or 100
1,200 (2,000) or
12 or 200
1,800 (3,000) or
18 or 300
2,400 (4,000) or
24 or 400
3,000 (5,000) or
30 or 500
3,600 (6,000) or
36 or 600
4,200 (7,000) or
42 or 700
4,800 (8,000) or
48 or 800
Servicing Your Honda 87
Service Preparations
Maintenance Component
Locations
front brake fluid reservoir
front brake leverear brake lever/
parking brake lever
fuel fill cap throttle lever
choke knob
Servicing Your Honda
88
Maintenance Component
Locations
clutch
rear brake
light switch
rear brake pedal
engine oil drain bolt
air cleaner
throttle stop screw
(engine idle speed)
battery
main fuse
air cleaner housing
drain tube
Servicing Your Honda 89
Maintenance Component
Locations
owner’s manual
spark plug
gear case oil fill cap
gear case oil drain bolt
storage compartment
tool kit
air pressure gauge
engine oil fill cap/
dipstick
spark arrester
Servicing Your Honda
90
Tool Kit
The tool kit (1) is stored in the storage compartment (2) below the
rear cargo rack.
To open the compartment, unhook the rubber strap (3).
The gear change tool (4) is stored underside of the seat.
The air pressure gauge should be stored in the tool kit.
An optional, larger tool kit may be available. Check with your
dealer’s parts department.
REAR
(1)(2)
(1) tool kit
(2) storage compartment
(3)
(3) rubber strap
SEAT UNDERSIDE
(4) gear change tool
(4)
Servicing Your Honda 91
Owner’s Manual Storage
Your ATV provides storage for the owner’s manual so you’ll have it
with you for easy reference. Store your owner’s manual (1) in the
plastic document bag underside of the seat (2).
The owner’s manual and spare fuses (3) should be stored in the
plastic document bag (4).
Be careful not to flood this area when washing your ATV.
(1)
(3)
(2)
(1) owner’s manual
(2) seat
(3) spare fuses
SEAT UNDERSIDE
(4)
(4) plastic document bag
Servicing Your Honda 93
Fuel
Refer to Safety Precautions on .page 81
Use only unleaded fuel in your Honda. If you ride your Honda in a
country where leaded fuel might be available, take precautions to
use only unleaded fuel.
Your engine is designed to use any unleaded gasoline that has a
pump octane number of 86 or higher. Gasoline pumps at service
stations normally display the pump octane number. For information
on the use of oxygenated fuels, see page 194.
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause persistent “pinging” or
“spark knock” (a loud rapping noise) which, if severe, can lead to
engine damage. Light pinging experienced while operating under a
heavy load, such as climbing a hill, is no cause for concern.
If pinging or spark knock occurs at a steady engine speed under
normal load, change brands of gasoline. If pinging or spark knock
persists, consult your dealer.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture.
Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in the fuel tank.
Fuel Recommendation
type unleaded
pump octane number 86 (or higher)
Servicing Your Honda
94
Fuel
Fuel tank capacity, including reserve:
2.40 US gal (9.1 ℓ)
Reserve capacity:
0.63 US gal (2.4 ℓ)
The tank should be refilled as soon as possible after switching to
reserve, and the fuel valve should be returned to the ON position
after refueling to avoid running out of fuel with no reserve.
Refer to Safety Precautions on .page 81
Fuel Capacity
Refueling Procedure
(1)
(2)(3) (4)
(1) fuel fill cap
(2) breather tube
(3) handlebar cover hole
(4) filler neck
Servicing Your Honda 95
Fuel
1.
To open the fuel fill cap (1), turn it counterclockwise.
2.
Pull the breather tube (2) out of the handlebar cover hole (3).
3.
Add fuel until the level reaches the bottom of the filler neck (4).
Avoid over filling the tank. There should be no fuel in the filler
neck.
4.
After refueling, turn the fuel fill cap clockwise until it clicks.
5.
Insert the breather tube into the handlebar cover hole.
6.
If the fuel valve was set to RES, turn the fuel valve ON.
If you replace the fuel fill cap, use only a Honda Genuine
replacement part.
3
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when
handling fuel.
• Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks and
flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Servicing Your Honda 97
Engine Oil
* Suggested oils are equal in performance to SJ oils that are not
labeled as energy conserving on the circular API service label.
• Your ATV does not need oil additives. Use the recommended oil.
• Do not use oils with graphite or molybdenum additives. They may
adversely affect clutch operation.
• Do not use API SH or higher oils displaying a circular API “energy
conserving” service label on the container. They may affect
lubrication and clutch performance.
• Do not use non-detergent, vegetable, or castor based racing oils.
Oil Recommendation
API classification SG or higher except oils labeled as
energy conserving on the circular
API service label
viscosity (weight) SAE 10W-30
JASO T 903
standard
MA
suggested oil *Pro Honda GN4 4-stroke oil, or
Honda 4-stroke oil, or an
equivalent motorcycle oil.
NOT RECOMMENDED OK
Servicing Your Honda 99
Engine Oil
(cont’d)
Refer to Safety Precautions on .page 81
Check the engine oil level each day before operating your ATV and
add if needed.
Before riding your ATV, check the engine oil level.
1.
Park your ATV on a firm, level surface.
2.
Start the engine in a well-ventilated area and let it idle for 3 – 5
minutes. Stop the engine and wait 2 – 3 minutes.
3.
Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick (1) from the front crankcase cover
and wipe it clean.
4.
Insert the oil fill cap/dipstick without screwing it in, then remove
the oil fill cap/dipstick and check the oil level. The oil level should
be between the upper level mark (2) and the lower level mark (3)
on the oil fill cap/dipstick.
5.
If required, add the specified oil into the fill cap hole, up to the
upper level mark on the oil fill cap/dipstick. Do not overfill.
6.
Reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick.
NOTICE
Running the engine with an improper oil level can cause serious
engine damage.
Checking & Adding Oil
(1)
LEFT SIDE
(2) upper level mark
(2)
(3)
(3) lower level mark
(1) oil fill cap/dipstick
Servicing Your Honda
100
Engine Oil
Refer to Safety Precautions on .page 81
This procedure requires mechanical skill and professional tools such
as a torque wrench as well as a means for disposing of the drained
fluid ( ). If you do not have page 160 the skills or the tools, see your
dealer.
Drain the Engine Oil:
1.
With the ATV on level ground, remove the oil fill cap/dipstick
from the front crankcase cover.
2.
Place an oil drain pan under the crankcase and remove the
engine oil drain plug (1) and sealing washer (2).
Changing Engine Oil
UNDER ENGINE
(2)
(1) engine oil drain plug
(1)
(2) sealing washer
Servicing Your Honda 103
Gear Case Oil
1.
Park the ATV on level ground.
2.
Place an oil drain pan under the oil drain plug (1).
3.
Remove the oil fill cap (2) and the drain plug.
4.
After the oil has completely drained, reinstall the drain plug and
tighten it to the specified torque:
9 lbf·ft (12 N·m , 1.2 kgf·m)
5.
Pour the drained oil into a suitable container and dispose of it in
an approved manner (page 160).
NOTICE
Improper disposal of drained fluids is harmful to the environment.
6.
Fill the gear case with the recommended oil.
2.7 US oz (80 cm3)
7.
Remove the oil level check bolt (3). Make sure the oil level reaches
the oil level check hole (4).
8.
Install the oil fill cap and oil level check bolt.
(1)
(2)
(4)
(1) oil drain plug
(2) oil fill cap
(3) oil level check bolt
(4) oil level check hole
(3)
REAR
Servicing Your Honda 107
Air Cleaner
11.
Install the air cleaner on the air cleaner body.
12.
Apply a thin coat of grease to the sealing surface of the air
cleaner assembly.
13.
Install the clamp.
14.
Insert the air cleaner assembly into the air cleaner housing.
15.
Fasten the screws.
Do not push the dust cover (1) too far into the air cleaner housing
(2).
If the dust cover is dirty, clean it.
Dust Cover
UNDER SEAT
(1) (2)
(1) dust cover (2) air cleaner housing
Servicing Your Honda 113
Reverse Lock System
Refer to Safety Precautions on .page 81
1.
Check the reverse assist lever (1) freeplay, measured at the rear
brake lever/parking brake lever (2) end near the cable:
1/16 – 3/16 in (2 – 4 mm)
2.
To adjust, loosen the lock nut (3) and turn the adjusting nut (4).
After adjustment, tighten the lock nut securely.
Other Checks
Check the reverse assist lever and cable for loose connections or
other damage. If the cable is worn or kinked, have it replaced by
your dealer.
Reverse Lock System Adjustment
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1)
(2)
(3)
(A)
(4)
(1) reverse assist lever
(2) rear brake lever/
parking brake lever (A) decrease freeplay
(3) lock nut
(4) adjusting nut
1/16 – 3/16 in
(2 – 4 mm)
(B) increase freeplay
(B)
Produktspecifikationer
| Varumärke: | Honda |
| Kategori: | Quad |
| Modell: | FourTrax Recon TRX250TM (2013) |
Behöver du hjälp?
Om du behöver hjälp med Honda FourTrax Recon TRX250TM (2013) ställ en fråga nedan och andra användare kommer att svara dig
Quad Honda Manualer
13 Oktober 2024
9 Oktober 2024
25 September 2024
5 September 2024
30 Augusti 2024
29 Augusti 2024
27 Augusti 2024
27 Augusti 2024
26 Augusti 2024
24 Augusti 2024
Quad Manualer
Nyaste Quad Manualer
20 December 2024
15 December 2024
1 Oktober 2024
1 Oktober 2024
1 Oktober 2024
23 September 2024
23 September 2024
23 September 2024
12 September 2024
10 September 2024