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Baja SC50 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1

    Always wear a helmet; it could save your life! Do not remove this operator’s manual from this vehicle. Please obtain, review, and follow provincial / municipal government acts and regulations pertaining to owning and operating this scooter. Minimum recommended age requirement 16 rev. F 071808 sc50 s...

  • Page 2

    Ii congratulations on your purchase of the baja inc. Sc50-2 scooter. Your scooter is warranted to be free of manufacturing defects in the material of 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 pa...

  • Page 3: Warning

    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. Al...

  • Page 4

    Important......................................................................................................................2 general.Precautions/warnings......................................................................3 nhtsa.Safety.Notice.......................................................

  • Page 5: Important

    2 please read this manual and follow all instructions carefully. To emphasize the 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...

  • Page 6: Death.

    3 ● read and follow all instructions in this owner’s/operator’s manual, any accompanying supplements, and the engine owner’s manual before attempting to operate this vehicle. Do not discard this owner’s manual, safety video, or any other material or documentation included with this vehicle. ● exhaus...

  • Page 7: Additional Warnings

    4 additional warnings protective clothing/equipment ● most accident fatalities are due to preventable head injuries. Always wear a properly fitting motorcycle type helmet approved by the agencies such as the department of transportation (dot), safety helmet council of america (shca), or snell memori...

  • Page 8: Traffic Safety (Continued)

    5 additional warnings (continued) traffic safety (continued) ● always obtain mature, supervised instruction and sufficient practice in an decongested area before operating this vehicle on any public thoroughfare. ● excessive vehicle speed is a leading cause of accidents, which can cause death or ser...

  • Page 9: Engine/motor Safety

    6 additional warnings (continued) engine/motor safety ● keep the engine/motor free of dirt and debris, especially in the throttle linkage area. ● never start the engine/motor without checking to see that the throttle control is in the idle position and that the parking brake is set. ● never start th...

  • Page 10: Fueling

    7 additional warnings (continued) fueling ● check the fuel supply before each use. Never fill the fuel tank while the engine is running or hot. Always allow at least 1in. Of expansion space at the top of the fuel tank. There should not be any fuel in the filler neck. Replace the fuel cap tightly aft...

  • Page 11: Maintenance (Continued)

    8 additional warnings (continued) maintenance (continued) ● store this vehicle in a place where gasoline fumes cannot reach an open flame, spark, or other source of ignition. Drain the fuel tank in a cool well-ventilated area prior to any long-term storage. Never store this vehicle in a close proxim...

  • Page 12: Pre-Ride Checklist

    9 warning! Always perform the entire pre-ride checklist before using the vehicle as this can help you spot problems that could interfere with save vehicle operation. Failure to follow this entire checklist before every ride can cause death, serious injury, and/or property damage to yourself and/or o...

  • Page 13: Location of Warning Label

    0 read and follow the warning label on your scooter. Make sure you understand the label. Keep the label on the scooter. Do not remove it for any reason. If the label comes off or becomes difficult to read, you should get a replacement by contacting baja inc. Location of warning label attention side ...

  • Page 14

    Pre-ride checklist (continued) 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. ...

  • Page 15

    2 pre-ride checklist (continued) before starting the engine/motor 7. Fasteners a) check that all axle nuts and lug nuts are secure. B) check for missing fasteners. Replace as necessary. C) check that all other fasteners are secure. Tighten as necessary. 8. Steering a) make sure steering turns freely...

  • Page 16: Fuel And Oil

    3 fuel and oil fuel the proper fuel is very important for the engine. Ensure that there is no dust, dirt, or water which has mixed in the fuel. Please use regular unleaded gasoline engine oil your scooter has a four-stroke engine. Please use oil as described in the chart below. By using the prescrib...

  • Page 17: Operation

    4 operation starting the engine warning! Always retract the center stand (1) prior to starting the vehicle. Attention! Side kick stand (2) must be placed in the up position in order for engine to start. Do not apply throttle while starting scooter. Applying throttle while starting scooter will disen...

  • Page 18: Operation (Continued)

    5 operation (continued) driving safely warning! Follow all of the warnings in this operator’s manual at all times while operating the scooter. It is your responsibility to know and obey all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Warning! Never overload the vehicle. The carrying capacity is 300 p...

  • Page 19: Operation (Continued)

    6 operation (continued) shutting off the engine always shut off the engine by turning the ignition switch to off. Stopping the vehicle warning! Wet, oil, or sandy roads reduce braking effectiveness. Hard braking on these surfaces could lead to loss of control and a serious accident. Always reduce sp...

  • Page 20: Operation (Continued)

    7 operation (continued) ignition switch the main ignition switch contains three positions: ● on (1): the engine can start, the key cannot be removed. ● off (2): this position shuts off the engine and allows you to remove the key. ● lock (3): from the off position, push inward and turn the key counte...

  • Page 21: Operation (Continued)

    8 operation (continued) right brake/ switch assembly • on/off safety stop switch (1) the on/off safety stop switch needs to be at “on” position before scooter will start. The safety stop switch is available in case of an emergency. • electric starter switch (2) the electric starter switch is located...

  • Page 22: Operation (Continued)

    9 operation (continued) kick starter use the kick starter to start the engine if the battery is drained. Once started, leave the engine running until the battery recharges sufficiently to restart the scooter. Left brake/switch assembly ● high/low beam light switch (1 ): to activate the high beam, mo...

  • Page 23: Operation (Continued)

    20 operation (continued) instrumental panel ● speedometer (1) : indicates the current driving speed in both km/h and mph. ● high beam indication lamp (2) : illuminates when high beam is selected. ● turn signal lamp (3) : indicates that the turn signal is activated. ● fuel indicator (4) : indicates t...

  • Page 24: Operation (Continued)

    2 operation (continued) fuel tank the gas cap is located under the gas cap cover. To open, lift gas cap cover, insert key and turn. Warning! Gasoline is flammable and explosive. Use extreme caution when fueling your scooter only fill the tank in well-ventilated areas. Shut off the engine and place t...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    22 maintenance checking and changing engine oil • checking engine oil remove engine oil dip stick cap (1). Check oil level on dipstick. Add oil if below 3/4 full. Refer to page 12 for correct engine oil type. • changing engine oil to drain old engine oil, place catch basin under engine and unscrew d...

  • Page 26: Maintenance (Continued)

    23 maintenance (continued) changing transmission oil • draining transmission oil drain transmission oil by removing drain screw (1) located on bottom of transmission (2) . Drain oil into a catch basin and dispose of properly at oil reclaim facility • adding transmission oil add transmission oil by r...

  • Page 27: Maintenance (Continued)

    24 maintenance (continued) air filter checking air filter the air filter (1) is located on the left side of the scooter. Remove air filter cover by removing screws (2). If filter is dirty, follow cleaning instructions below. Cleaning air filter 1. Remove foam element (3) from air filter housing (1)....

  • Page 28: Brakes

    25 1. Inspect front disk brake caliper (1) for leakage. If brake fluid leaks, the safety of riding could be affected. 2. Inspect the brake hose (2) for cracks, and the joint for leakage. 3. Check the brake fluid level through the sight hole (3) under plastic cowling, remove plastic cowling (4). If l...

  • Page 29: Idle Speed Adjustment

    26 warning improper adjustment of the idle speed could be hazardous. An idle speed that is too high could cause the scooter to launch forward when you start the engine. This may cause an accident. Excessive engine wear may also result if idle speed is adjusted improperly or when the engine is not fu...

  • Page 30: Tires

    27 tires the scooter is equipped with tires of the size and type listed below: tire air pressure check the air pressure in 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 ...

  • Page 31: Maintenance (Continued)

    28 maintenance (continued) battery (gas scooter) your scooter uses a sealed, maintenance-free lead acid battery rated 12v3ah. The battery is located underneath the floorboard. ● charging new batteries : fill the battery with the acid in the pre-packed bottles and allow to rest for 30 minutes prior t...

  • Page 32: Warning

    29 warning the following procedure is very dangerous and should be performed with utmost care and attention. Wear protective eye wear, rubber gloves, and have water available should electrolyte come in contact with skin or eyes. Keep all children away from the area while this procedure is being perf...

  • Page 33

    30 note: the following page is for vehicles with battery’s containing separate electrolyte pack. Most battery’s will come with the electrolyte already sealed into the battery. Preparing the battery: · place battery on level surface. Remove sealing tape from top. (see figure 20) · take the electrolyt...

  • Page 34: Warning

    3 warning never remove the strip of caps nor add any water or electrolyte. How to initially charge the battery: 1. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the red positive (+) pole of the battery. (see figure 23) 2. Connect the black negative (-) cable to the black negative (-) pole of the battery. (s...

  • Page 35: Transporting

    32 it is best to transport the scooter in the normal position. Before transporting the scooter drain the fuel from the carburetor as follows: 1. Drain fuel from carburetor into an empty container by loosening the carburetor drain screw (1). The carburetor drain screw is located at the bottom of the ...

  • Page 36: Vehicle

    33 if you do not use your scooter for a long time, it will need special service requiring appropriate materials, equipment and skill. For this reason, we recommend that you trust this maintenance work to your authorized service center. If you wish to service the machine for storage yourself, follow ...

  • Page 37: Maintenance Chart

    34 item each use initial 150 initial 500 initial 1000 every 1000 air filter i every 1000 miles (more often in dusty areas) * carburetor i i * exhaust system i i i fuel hose i i engine oil i r r engine oil filter c c **transmission oil r brake fluid level i i i i i brake hose and joints i i i i i bra...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    35 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 the fuel ta...

  • Page 39: Ignition System Check

    36 ignition system check 1. Remove the spark plug and reattach it to the spark plug lead. 2. Turn ignition key to the “run” position. Slide the engine stop switch to the “run” position. Push the electric button “start “(grey button). If the ignition system is operating properly, a blue spark should ...

  • Page 40: Specifications

    37 specifications description data description data engine type 4 stroke/air cooled horsepower (hp 3.74hp overall length 1740mm (68.5in) displacement 49.5cc overall width 610mm (24.02in) starter electric with supplement kick start overall height 1120mm (44.09in) brake front: hydraulic disc rear: dru...

  • Page 41: Serial Number Location

    38 serial number location you need to know the frame and engine serial numbers to get warranty work, theft recovery and consumer safety information. You also need these numbers to help your authorized service center or baja inc. Order parts. The frame number is stamped on front of scooter just above...

  • Page 42: Sc50 Wire Diagram

    39 sc50 wire diagram m on of f lo c k hi lo w o ff r l o n o ff o n o ff cdi 12v 3a h + - a la rm o n on of f o ff st ar ting m o to r g as in d ic at o r hea dlig ht h o rn speedometer lig ht r ig h t fron t turn light key switch fl as h b at te ry fuse r ig h t r ea r turn light ta ill ig h t li c...

  • Page 43

    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...

  • Page 44

    Coverage of repairs under this warranty applies only when repairs are completed at an authorized dealer or repair facility. The distributor will not cover repairs performed outside of an authorized dealer or repair facility, except in an emer - gency situation. The use of replacement parts not equiv...

  • Page 45

    • 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 workmanship. Use of the vehicle in any type of competitive racing or related events immediately and completely voids this and ...

  • Page 46

    Limited liability the liability of the distributor under this emission control system warranty is limited solely to the remedying of defects in material workmanship by an au - thorized dealer at its place of business during customary business hours. This warranty does not cover inconvenience or loss...

  • Page 47: Baja Inc.

    42 baja inc. P.O. Box 61150 phoenix, az. 85082 tel: 602-443-9180 toll free: 866-250-7155.