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Baja DR70 Owner's Manual

Other manuals for DR70: Assembly Manual, Operator's manual
Manual is about: DIRT BIKE MOTOCROSS

Summary of DR70

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    Owner’s manual dr70 dirt bike read this manual carefully. It contains important safety information. No one under the age of 16 should operate this dirtbike without adult supervision. Parents should consider child’s age, size, maturity and ability before allowing to ride. Always wear a helmet; it cou...

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    Congratulations on your purchase of the baja inc. Dr70 dirt bike. Your bike is warranted to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase. During the warranty period baja, inc. Will at its option, repair, provide replacement parts or r...

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    Iii this manual should be considered as a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when resold or otherwise transferred to a new user or operator. The manual contains important safety information and instructions which should be read carefully before operating the vehicle. Wa...

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    Table of contents notice to user’s ............................................................................................2 safe operation ..............................................................................................3 pre-ride checklist ............................................

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    2 please read this manual and follow all instructions carefully. To emphasize special information, the symbol and the words warning or caution have some special meanings. Pay great attention to the messages. Note: indicating special information which is to make maintenance easier or instructions cle...

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    3 safe operation rules for safe operation a pre-operation check must be conducted before starting the engine. This check will insure safety, prevent mishaps, and prevent damage to components. It is strongly suggested that all operators take a certified motorcycle rider’s course prior to operating the...

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    4 pre-ride checklist before starting the engine/motor 1. Engine oil level a) check for leaks b) tighten filler cap securely. C) add oil if required. 2. Fuel level a) add fuel as necessary. B) do not overfill (no fuel in the filler neck). C) do not mix oil with gas. D) replace cap tightly. E) do not ...

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    5 safety gear a dot approved motorcycle helmet is the most important part of you safety gear. A dot approved motorcycle helmet can help prevent a serious head injury. Choose a helmet that fits snugly. Motorcycle dealers can help in selecting a good quality helmet which fits properly. You should wear e...

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    Location of warning labels read and follow all of the warning labels on your dirt bike. Make sure you under- stand all the labels. Keep the labels on the dirt bike. Do not remove them for any reason. If a label comes off or becomes difficult to read, you should get a replace- ment by contacting baja ...

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    Main data description data overall length 1562 mm (61.5 inches) overall width 673 mm (26.5 inches) overall height 889 mm (35 inches) wheelbase 1105 mm (43.5 inches) dry weight 55.79 kg (123 lbs.) payload 75 kg (165 lbs.) ground clearance 300 mm (11.81 inches) max speed ≥65 km/h (40 mph) transmission...

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    8 parts & subassemblies throttle twist grip front brake lever fuel tank cover on/off switch.

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    9 parts & subassemblies front wheel fuel valve gear shifting pedal side stand rear wheel carburetor gas cap drive chain seat cushion exhaust silencer kick lever rear brake pedal choke lever on carburetor front shocks oil cap front brake lever left right.

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    10 operation fuel valve fuel filling the capacity of the fuel tank is 3.3l . Unscrew the gas cap by turning it counter clockwise and carefully fill the tank with unleaded gasoline through the opening. Do not mix gas and oil together, this is a 4-stroke engine. Replace the gas cap by carefully aligning...

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    11 engine starting 1. Set the key of the ignition switch to “ ” position. 2. Put the dirt bike in the neutral gear. 3. Ensure that there is fuel in the tank. 4. Set the fuel valve handle to “on” or “res” position. To start a cold engine: 1. Pull up the choke lever of the carburetor (to close the cho...

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    12 breaking in the engine the first 600 miles of operation should be considered the “break-in” period and special attention shall be paid to the following points: 1. Take special care not to increase the rpm’s of the engine while climbing steep slopes. Never drive your dirt bike continuously for more...

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    13 switches on right handlebar ignition switch the ignition switch is located on the right handlebar. When the switch is turned to “ ” (off) position, the engine will not start. If the engine is running and the off button is pushed the engine will turn off. When the switch is turned to “ ” (on) posi...

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    14 gear shifting reduce throttle before shifting. Never increase the throttle while shifting gears. Depress the gear shift pedal to place the gear in 1st, lift up the lever to shift to 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th. Do not place your foot on the gear-shifting pedal while operating the dirt bike to avoid dam...

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    15 check-ups, adjustment and maintenance checking the oil check the engine oil each time prior to operating the dirt bike. The oil level should be between the upper and lower lines of the oil fill cap/ dipstick. 1. Set the motorcycle on level ground. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick, wipe it clean and...

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    16 changing the oil 1. Remove the screw plug located at the bottom of the engine and let the oil drain into an approved collection container. Do not perform this procedure while the engine is hot. Serious burns could result from contact with hot oil. 2. Dispose of the used oil properly. For proper d...

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    17 checking & cleaning the air filter air filter is located under left side plastic cowling. Cowling will need to be removed. Take the air filter out and check to see if it is dirty or torn. Tap the air filter clean. If necessary use compressed air to gently clean. Caution the air filter element must be...

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    18 adjusting the throttle cable make sure the throttle works properly. Check if the throttle twist grip has the required free operating movement. The required free operating movement: 2-6mm (.078” - .24”) if the grip cannot be moved freely, turn the adjusting nut located on top of the throttle twist...

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    19 the front brake lever has a free operating movement of 6mm as shown. 1. Turn the adjusting nut beneath the front hub, clockwise to increase and counter clockwise to decrease the free operating movement. 2. You can also adjust the nut on the handlebar; clockwise to increase and counter clockwise t...

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    20 greasing procedures to the driving chain 1. Shut off the engine 2. Add light amounts of machine oil or chain grease to the driving chain. (too much machine oil or chain grease may cause splattering to occur.) attention: the chain should be replaced when the adjusting limit has reached it’s maximu...

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    Tires the dirt bike is equipped tires of the type listed below: front rear size 2.50-14 3.00-12 warning operating this dirt bike with improper tires, or with improper or uneven tire pressure. Use of improper tires on this dirt bike, or operation of this dirt bike with improper or uneven tire pressur...

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    Tire tread condition tire air pressure check the air pressure in both tires before riding. Improper air pressure would effect handling, steering response, traction, tire life and rider comfort. Be sure that the tires are inflated to the pressures shown below. Tire pressure should only be measured or ...

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    Tire replacement when the knobs loose their sharp edges, the tires have lost a lot of their effectiveness. Don’t wait until the knobs are worn down to rubber stubs. A good rule is to replace both tires at the same time, and keep them matching brands. Warning using tires that have been installed inco...

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    24 exhaust warning the hot exhaust muffler could burn you. The muffler will be hot enough to burn you after stopping the engine. Wait until the exhaust muffler cools to remove it. Warning running the engine indoors or in a garage could be hazardous. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide that is colorles...

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    Troubleshooting this troubleshooting guide is provided to help you to find the cause of some common complaints. Complaint: engine is hard to start or does not start at all. Something is probably wrong with the fuel system or ignition system. Fuel supplying check 1. Make sure there is adequate fuel in...

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    Ignition system check 1. Remove the spark plug and reattach it to the spark plug lead. 2. Turn engine switch to “on”. Start the engine. If the ignition system is operating properly, a blue spark should jump across the spark plug gap. If there is no spark, take your machine to your service center. Co...

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    Vehicle washing cleaning the vehicle regularly can slow down color fading. It will also make it easier to check to see if there is any damage and/or any oil leakage. 1. After pre-wiping, the vehicle should be washed with clean water to remove dirty residues so as to prevent corrosion. Plastic subass...

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    Instructions for storage if the vehicle is not going to be used for a long period of time, for example, in winter time, some steps should be taken to prevent malfunction of and damage to its components which might be caused by long storage. Before storing the vehicle for a long period , proper maint...

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    Resumption of service after storage 1. Remove the covering and remove the wooden blocks used in storing the vehicle. Change the engine oil if the vehicle has been out of service for over 4 months. 2. Drain off the remaining atomized anti-rust oil from the fuel tank, followed by filling it with fresh ...

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    Resumption of service 1. Remove the covering and clean the vehicle. Change the lubricating oil if the vehicle has been off service for more than 4 months. 2. Charge the battery, if applicable, and remount it. 3. Drain off the anti-rust solution from the fuel tank, followed by filling fuel therein to ...

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    Item initial 1 months/ 20 hrs initial 3 months/ 50 hrs every 3 months/ 50 hrs every 6 months/ 100 hrs * valves i i spark plug c c r valve clearance-check- adjust i air filter i every 20 - 40 hours (more often in dusty areas) * carburetor i i * exhaust system i spark arrester i fuel hose i i engine o...

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    Serial number location you need to know the frame and engine serial numbers to get title documents for your dirt bike. You also need these numbers to help your authorized service center or baja inc. Order parts. The frame number is stamped on front of dirt bike frame. The engine number is located on...

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    Dr70 electrical diagram black/yellow black/red black/white green blue/white black/yellow green green black/ white blue/ white green black/red 33.

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    Baja inc. – emission control system warranty your warranty rights and obligations the emission control system warranty period for this vehicle begins on the date the vehicle is delivered to the first purchaser other than an authorized dealer, or the date it is first used as a demonstrator, lease, or c...

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    Your emission control system warranty covers components whose failure would increase an engine’s emission, including electronic controls, fuel injection system, carburetor, the ignition system, catalytic converter, or any other system utilized in this vehicle to control emission if it is originally ...

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    O use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to the original specifications which adversely affect performance • physical damage, corrosion, or defects caused by fire, explosions or similar causes beyond the control of the distributor. • failures not caused by a defect in material or workm...

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    Baja, inc. P.O. Box 61150 phoenix, az. 85082 tel: 602-443-9180 toll free: 888-863-2252.