KYMCO RT30HE, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...SPADE 150 Fi Series Scooter Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...Battery EFI Damage Alert WARNING To avoid damage from the scooter s electronic fuel injection system do not remove or install a battery wire when the ignition switch is at the ON position ...

Page 3: ...your scooter at all times ON ROAD USE ONLY This scooter has been designed to be used on the road Particularly important information is called out in this manual by the following icons and notations The SAFETY ALERT symbol with the exclamation point in the triangle means ATTENTION BE ALERT YOUR SAFETY CAN BE AFFECTED Failure to follow instructions associated with a WARNING symbol could result in se...

Page 4: ...is imprinted on the Frame as shown in Fig 2 Theft Prevention Branding Coping with theft prevention policy of the government to prevent your motorcycle from being stolen the vehicle is branded with a theft preventive code identical to Engine Number see Figure below at proper positions This figure is an example actual location depends on the physical vehicle Theft Prevention ID ...

Page 5: ...ler Functions 3 4 Starting the Engine 4 5 Proper Riding Method 5 6 Checks Before Riding 6 7 Periodical and Simplified Maintenance and Troubleshooting 7 8 EPA Authorities and Maintenance 8 9 Specifications 9 The actual product must prevail if any content in this manual differs from the actual product ...

Page 6: ...1 1 Precautions on Safe Driving 1 1 Checks before driving 1 5 Clothing 1 6 Loading ...

Page 7: ...4 Excessively wide and loose sleeves may be caught by the brake lever and is extremely dangerous 5 Operation of brake lever must in no case be obstructed 6 Daily and regular checks are necessities 7 Visually check tire externals for any foreign object or abnormal wear 8 Exhaust gas from the muffler contains carbon monoxide which is harmful to human body 9 Start the engine only in a well ventilated...

Page 8: ...n parking the vehicle make sure the exhaust pipe faces a wall or away from any pedestrian to avoid burn injury 4 While driving hold handlebars with both hands and place feet on footrests the rear rider must hold the front rider s waist with both arms and put feet on rear footrests 5 The rear rider must avoid touching the hot exhaust pipe while mounting dismounting to prevent from being burnt HOT d...

Page 9: ... 2 Abide by traffic rules 3 Operability of the handle varies in conditions with or without an extra load 4 Avoid overloading when carrying objects Make sure that objects are fixed properly Extra care must be taken for a safe driving Small hold is limited for a load of 1kg maximum ...

Page 10: ...to its structure arbitrary modification may deteriorate operability of vehicle causing shortened service life and obstructed driver safety 4 Arbitrary modification of a vehicle is an illegal action forbidden by law Never try to make any modification 5 Modification of vehicle may result in a nullified warrant ...

Page 11: ...t pipe is extremely hot when you drive or within 30 minutes after driving the vehicle avoid touching it to prevent any burn injury Avoid dry grasses or flammables when parking the vehicle for the prevention of fire risks Clothing Button up long sleeves snug tidily prevent cuffs from hooking on the brake lever Buckle up chin belt when wearing a helmet Wearing flat shoes is safer Hold the Handlebar ...

Page 12: ...den to install a carrying basket or bracket on the front header Carrying anything in front of the vehicle will surly block the headlight and significantly affect driving safety Maximum loading of front or rear luggage box is 5kg ...

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Page 16: ...2 2 Motorcycle Parts 2 1 Right View 2 2 Left View ...

Page 17: ...Steering stem lock 4 Horn 5 Head Light switch Starting Button 6 Tail light Brake Light 7 Rear RH winker 8 Main Stand 9 Exhaust Muffler 10 Rear Brake Tread Lever 11 Front Brake tread Lever Your vehicle may differ from the picture depending on the model ...

Page 18: ...lever 14 Front LH winker 15 Main Switch 16 Gear Tread Lever 17 Side Stand 18 High Low Beam Switch Winker Switch Horn Button 19 Tank Cap 20 Rear LH winker 21 Reflex Reflector Your vehicle may differ from the picture depending on the model ...

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Page 20: ...Dashboard and Controller Functions 3 1 Meters Indicators 3 3 Main Switch 3 4 Steering Lock Electrical Start Button 3 5 Headlight Switch Hi Low Beam Switch 3 6 Direction Light Switch Horn Button 3 7 Cell Phone Socket 12v ...

Page 21: ... in kph or mph Zeroing of Travel Meter 1 Pressing ADJ button for about 2s to cycle among the 3 modes ODC TRIP Blank 2 While in TRIP mode press ADJ and MODE buttons to zero the meter EURO 4 models would not show code 6 Odometer Indicates engine RPM the reading must be multiplied by 1000rpm 7 Oil change indicator It lights up when you traveled 2000km indicating an oil change is required Zero the oil...

Page 22: ...up for 2s after KEY ON or lights up constantly or blinks after 2s it is indicating that the vehicle is faulty you need to go to a service center for service 12 Battery Low Indicator This indicator lights up after starting if battery power is weak indicating a check of charging system or battery replacement is required This indicator must go off immediately after starting if it stays lighting up du...

Page 23: ...is position engine electrical power is cut off engine stops You may remove the key when stopped ON At this position engine electrical power is connected you can start the engine The key stays in when driving and cannot be taken out ...

Page 24: ...ocking gently turn the steering stem to verify if the lock is engaged Do not park your vehicle at locations where traffic may be hindered Starting Button While using electrical starting pull the clutch lever tightly before pressing the Starting Button CAUTION Release the Starting Button immediately when engine starts running Do NOT press the Starting Button more than 4s every time Never use the St...

Page 25: ...direction or when you are riding in urban areas switching to may affect the view of other drivers therefore position must be used Beam indicator on the dashboard lights up when High Beam is activated For switching over between High and Low beams just press this toggle switch High Low Beam Toggle Switch Horn Button With Main Switch turned to ON position pressing the Horn Button will activate the ho...

Page 26: ... for other electrical products especially for high power ones like a cigarette lighter Do not use the socket on rainy days or else a short circuit or burn may occur Make sure the rubber cover is covered when not in use preventing ingression of water which may cause a damage Make sure to use a power cable of a proper length for your mobile device excessive length may interfere with steering operati...

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Page 28: ...4 4 Starting the Engine 4 1 Electrical Start 4 2 Handling a Tumbled Vehicle ...

Page 29: ...ush the starting button engine will now be started Note For starting difficulties with a cold engine or after a long time without using the vehicle key on for 2 4 seconds and key off repeat the procedure several times to warm up the fuel pump for normal fuel supply CAUTION Keep your finger off the Starting Button immediately when the engine starts Do not press the Starting Button when engine is ru...

Page 30: ... sure a short warm up is provided after starting a cold engine Handling a tumbled vehicle To re start a stopped engine after a tumble of vehicle you need to turn the Main Switch off and turn it on again WARNING To prevent potential fire hazard caused by overflowed gasoline of a tumbled vehicle the engine will be stopped automatically when the vehicle tilts more than 65 ...

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Page 32: ...5 5 Proper Riding Method 5 1 Clutch and Gear Shifting 5 2 Correct Driving 5 3 Running in a New Engine 5 4 Driving on Rainy Days 5 5 Parking Precautions 5 6 Theft Prevention of Vehicle ...

Page 33: ... 5 press once to Gear 4 once more to Gear 3 and so on until reaching Gear 1 Refer to the following table for a proper timing to shift the gear See Fig 1 5 To shift to Neutral Gear press down a half travel from Gear 2 or lift up a half travel from Gear 1 until the Neutral Indicator lights up WARNING When shifting to a lower gear do not shift too quickly or engine may be damaged or rear wheel may sk...

Page 34: ...t Speed Regulation Speed regulation is achieved via Throttle Grip Turning Back Will increase the speed Increase fuel throttle slowly When starting off or climbing a slope slowly turning the Throttle Grip backward will increase the horsepower Return to original position Speed decreases Be agile while returning the Throttle Grip ...

Page 35: ...d Apply both front and rear brakes After returning Throttle Grip to its Close position apply both front and rear brakes at the same time The ideal way for brake application is to activate the Front Brake Lever and Rear Brake Tread with a slow start followed by a subsequent tightening WARNING One side braking tends to cause unstable skidding of motorcycle special caution must be taken Match vehicle...

Page 36: ... which is extremely dangerous Take extra cautions when riding in rainy days Road surfaces on rainy days are different from in fine days braking distance will be longer you should reduce your speed and take advanced actions for braking On a down slope return Throttle Grip to its Closed position and apply intermittent braking ...

Page 37: ...rip to origin and apply both front and rear brakes in advance The Rear Brake Light will now light up to alert other vehicles behind you Vehicle at full stop Return Direction Light Switch turn Main Switch to OFF CAUTION Switching off the Main Switch and removing the key while you are still driving is the root source of an accident Only do so when you are ready to park ...

Page 38: ...peded Standing on an uneven ground may cause a falling vehicle Hold the handlebars with left hand and straighten the vehicle pull the handle beneath the seat with right hand tread down the Main Stand with right foot while pulling forcefully with the right hand For theft prevention lock the steering stem and remove the key Steering Stem Lock ...

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Page 40: ...6 6 Checks before Riding 6 1 Checks before Riding 6 12 Periodical Checks ...

Page 41: ...nomaly go to a national KYMCO dealer for service Oil Check and Replenishment Stand the vehicle with the Main Stand Remove oil level guide and wipe it clean directly insert the scale without screwing in Check oil level When the level approaches lower limit replenish oil to a level between the upper and lower limits CAUTION Engine and exhaust pipe are at high temperature be careful to avoid being bu...

Page 42: ...misuse and failure of your vehicle To ensure using genuine KYMCO oil products please go to the dealer you purchased the vehicle from or respective service centers specified by KYMCO for oil replacement Check Replenish the Fuel When Fuel Indicator lights up it indicates an effective remaining gasoline of approximately 1 litter in the tank CAUTION Stop the engine when replenishing fuel Take off Main...

Page 43: ... Check for any play in up down front rear and left right directions Check for over tightness Check for any collision on the handlebar If any anomaly is sensed go to a KYMCO dealer or service center for inspection and repair ...

Page 44: ...lever 1 a normal play is 1 2 cm Play refers to the distance between the positions of the lever where is loose and where it is tightened CAUTION Always check the play of front and rear brakes When necessary adjust the Brake Adjustment Nut for getting a proper play 1 2 cm 1 2 cm ...

Page 45: ...e brake lining for a worn condition 3 If the brake lining is not worn exceeding a specified limit most likely there is a leakage of brake fluid go to a dealer for repair 4 Use recommended DOT 4 brake fluid Checking Rear Brake adjustment CAUTION Make sure the recession of Adjustment Nut is aligned with the pin to prevent any alteration of its position when the vehicle is running which may lead to a...

Page 46: ... slowly to verify the effect of front and rear brakes Check and adjust Brake Light Turn Main Switch to ON position Respectively pull the Front and Rear Brake Levers verify if Brake Light goes on Check Brake Light for stain or fracture ...

Page 47: ...6 7 6 Check Winkers Turn Main Switch to ON position Operate Winker Switch to verify if each Direction Light and indicator blink Check Winker Casing for stain or fracture Winkert Switch ...

Page 48: ...be 1 2cm always check the play If necessary adjust nuts 2 and 3 CAUTION Too small play of clutch lever or it excessively tight is prone to result in a burnt clutch disc Check and adjust Clutch Cable Check the play of Clutch Cable If necessary adjust the nuts 4 and 5 ...

Page 49: ...ith the Side Mark and lock Rear Axle Nut CAUTION In this adjustment the rear wheel tends to move backwards therefore it requires to adjust the play of Rear Brake Lever as well Side Mark Rear Axle Nut Adjustment Nut 1 To adjust chain tightness loosen the Rear Axle Nut 2 Turn adjustment nuts on both sides to a proper chain tightness align the adjuster with the Side Mark and lock Rear Axle Nut ...

Page 50: ... 2 25kgf cm2 Check tread pattern groves for metal chips or pebbles remove them if any before riding Replace the tire with a new one if it has fractures or the depth of tread pattern grove is less than the minimum limit due to wear Check front and rear rims for any slackening or deformation which may affect driving safety Go to a KYMCO dealer for service ...

Page 51: ...ly Turn Main Switch to ON position Operate Headlight Switch and check if Headlight goes on Also check for any stain or fracture Check Speedometer Index for normal action Check if horn is working Turn MAIN SWITCH to ON position and press Horn Button Check Back Mirror for proper angle Sit yourself on Seat and check the rearview of the mirror also check the mirror for any damage or stain ...

Page 52: ...take care of after sales services as well as maintenance tasks Refer to User Manual for timing of checks and check items Perform regular checks even if your vehicle is left unused for a prolonged time Initial Check Please perform the initial check of a new vehicle within 1 month from the date of purchase or at the mileage of 300km ...

Page 53: ...ing conditions expedite oil deterioration you need to advance oil change Riding on pebbled roads often Riding short distances often Idling often Riding in the cold area When replenishing oil make sure the level is not exceeding Upper Mark in the Oil Level Window Do not mix use oils of different brand class or low quality ones they may cause engine faults Change engine oil when engine is heated up ...

Page 54: ... amount can both affect engine performance Excessive Oil Increased friction resistance of moving parts in the engine which lowers output power and increases engine temperature leading to early deterioration of engine oil Insufficient Oil Reduced oil supply to moving parts in the engine therefore results in worn parts parts ablation etc Do not mix oils of different brands class or low quality ones ...

Page 55: ... gap of spark plug is 0 6 0 7mm See the Figure on the right Specified Spark Plug N G K CR8E Do not use a Spark Plug other than the specified one Use a cool type spark plug for high speed or heavy load driving Spark Plug Gap Indicates the gap between side electrode and core electrode CAUTION Engine is at high temperature when stopped be careful not to get burnt Hand tighten Spark Plug first then ti...

Page 56: ...eriodical and Simplified Maintenance and Troubleshooting 7 1 Precautions 7 2 Summary of Periodical Maintenance 7 3 Battery Check 7 4 Fuse Replacement 7 5 Air Cleaner 7 6 User Precautions 7 7 Troubleshooting ...

Page 57: ...prescribed in the Periodical Check Record CAUTION Take safety precautions while performing maintenance Set up Main Stand of vehicle on a flat ground Work with proper tools Carry out preparation tasks while engine is stopped Engine and exhaust muffler are at high temperature when Engine is stopped be very careful to avoid being burnt ...

Page 58: ... I Filter wool in Transmission System none for this model PCV Evaporation control valve I I I I Control of relevant air duct I I I I Catalytic Converter I I I I Transmission System Cam Chain I I I I Transmission Chain I I I I Drive Belt none for this model M M I Valve Gap I I I Ignition System Spark Plug 4 stroke I R I I Ignition circuitry I I I I Engine Management System Throttle Valve Body M I M...

Page 59: ...f battery if vehicle is to be left unused for a long time Battery Indicator on Dashboard will light up if battery voltage gets excessively low You need to remove and charge the battery or go to a KYMCO dealer for service Cleaning Battery Poles For cleaning battery poles open the seat remove 1 fixing screw of battery cover and lift the cover up If battery pole is corroded remove the battery for cle...

Page 60: ...Fuse Holder Removal CAUTION Never use a fuse other than the specified rating which was a main cause for a burnt wiring Use genuine KYMCO parts when replacing Electrical Parts lights meters When non KYMCO parts are used fuses are prone to be blown and battery loading will become unbalanced In the event of a blown fuse find out the cause before replacing it otherwise it may burn again Go to a KYMCO ...

Page 61: ... it squeeze it dry and add a few drops of engine oil See Figure below Installation Method Operate in reversed procedures as removal CAUTION If Air Cleaner Foam is not inserted properly dust may be sucked into cylinder and cause abrasion drop of horsepower and shortened service life of engine Never wet Air Cleaner Foam when washing the vehicle or difficult starting may occur Screw Cleaner Filter Sc...

Page 62: ...ION When riding or parking vehicle in humid environments e g on a rainy day or washing vehicle fog formation may occur temporarily inside the cover of Dashboard and lights due to inside outside temperature differences which is not a quality issue of them However if large amount of drops or accumulation of water appears inside Dashboard and light cover please consult a KYMCO dealer for receiving se...

Page 63: ...st be used for any replacement In case of failure to start engine or engine stops during a riding please check the following items first Is there any more gasoline in the tanks Check if Fuel Gauge Index is getting near the E area replenish with 92 or 95 unleaded gasoline Are you starting the engine correctly Others whether there is a problematic part ...

Page 64: ...ssion Control System 8 2 Maintenance of Exhaust Emission Control System 8 3 Understanding Evaporative Emission Control System 8 4 Checking Evaporative Emission Control System 8 5 Standard and Reference Table of Possible Causes of Pollution Exhaust Concentrations Fines and Noise Levels ...

Page 65: ...ot access Perform maintenance to keep optimal performance CAUTION 1 For ensuring normal function of Exhaust Emission Control System carry out periodic inspection and maintenance for your vehicle 2 For ensuring normal performance of Exhaust Emission Control System never modify your vehicle arbitrarily otherwise you may subject to a fine for pollution resulting from affected exhaust emission control...

Page 66: ...on system or effective combustion always replenish with 92 or 95 unleaded gasoline Never use leaded gasoline Using leaded gasoline will result in aging and deterioration of catalytic converter in the exhaust pipe 4 Regarding standards of exhaust gas concentration tests of fuel injection models please go to an inspection station for carrying out exhaust gas test and adjustment Exhaust Gas Test Stan...

Page 67: ...st device that collects fuel vapor from front fuel tank and throttle valve for preventing the vapor from emitting to the atmosphere and causing air pollution Liquid Separator Fuel Tank Thtottle Valve Fuel Injection Nozzle Air Cleaner Element EEC Valve Actovated Carbon canister ...

Page 68: ...nents of EEC System for fracture or slackening in the event of any accident of the vehicle Perform maintenance items as prescribed in Maintenance Items of Exhaust Emission Control System Suggestions 1 Pollutant emission standards of this model comply with control standards of EURO 5 directive Do not alter settings of adjustable parameters arbitrarily 2 Do not remove or modify vacuum pipeline of EE...

Page 69: ...is clogged 2 Excessive mixture at idle 3 Defective O2 sensor causing excessive mixture ratio 4 Catalyst poisoning or defective causing failure to convert pollutants Effective exhaust emission inspection standard and fine standard NO Fine over pollution type Fine Standard Amount 1 Either pollutant CO or HC exceeds emission standard Not exceeding 1 5 times 1 500 Exceeding 1 5 times 3 000 2 Both poll...

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Page 71: ...d ECU Controlled all transistor Ignition Starting Method Electrical Motor Fuel Tank Capacity 6 0L Total Oil Content 1000c c 1 0L Total Gear Oil Content N A Total Length 1800mm Total Width 750mm Total Height 920mm Item Specifications Axle Base 1230mm Dry Weight Net 123kg Tires Front Wheel 120 80 12 Rear Wheel 130 70 12 Fuel type Battery Capacity 12V8Ah Model 9B BS Spark Plug NGK CR8E Above specific...

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