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DAELIM DAYSTAR - Owner's Manual - Specification

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    Om41-0205-02e head office(factory) #58, sung san-dong, chang won, kyungnam, korea tel: (82-55) 239-7000 / fax: (82-2) 2269-7997 (vl125l) owner ’ ’ s manual.

  • Page 2: Important Notice

    Operator and passenger this motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and one passenger. On-road use this motorcycle is designed to be used only on the road. Read this owner's manual carefully pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words: warning indicates a strong possibil...

  • Page 3: Contents

    Specification ...................................................................... 3 operation instruction ............................................ 4 safety precautions .................................................. 4 prior to starting vehicle ........................................ 5 cor...

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    2 drive chain ................................................................... 31 engine oil level check............................................. 33 changing engine oil .................................................. 33 lights and winker .......................................................

  • Page 5: Specification

    3 specification length ×width×height(mm) wheel base(mm) ground clearance(mm) seat height(mm) weight(kgf) passenger engine type piston displacement(cc) bore and stroke(mm) starting system transmission type 2,240 ×860×1,140 1,505 135 720 147.5 2 oil cooled/air cooled 4 stroke 4valve 124.1 56.5 ×49.5 s...

  • Page 6: Operation Instruction

    This manual describes matters pertaining to correct operation, safe operation and simple maintenance of the vehicle you purchased. To ensure more comfortable and safer operation, make sure to read this manual carefully prior to operation. ●the photographs and drawings shown in this manual may differ...

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    ●read user's manual carefully. ●conduct maintenance checks prior to operation. ●always maintain vehicle in clean status and carry out specified maintenance checks. ●make sure to stop engine and stay away from fire when fueling. ●exhaust gas contains harmful substance such as carbon monoxide, start e...

  • Page 8

    6 ●when carrying cargo, you must keep in mind that operating the vehicle, especially when turning, will be different. ●make sure not to overload the vehicle with goods as this can make the vehicle unstable during operation. ●operators should naturally fix bodies to keep smooth driving. ●please check...

  • Page 9

    7 ●pay particular attention to fellow passenger so that he/she can prevent getting burnt by the hot muffler during travel. ●modification of vehicle structure or function deteriorates manipulatability or causes exhaust noise to become louder shortening the vehicle life. These modifications are not on...

  • Page 10

    8 parts location tool box pillion step bar battery/fuse kick starter fuel tank cap rear brake pedal steering handle lock front brake lever **vl125(~47p) 02.11.5 4:33 pm 페이지8.

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    9 clutch lever radiator fuel cock gear change pedal air cleaner element main stand side stand pillion step bar parts location **vl125(~47p) 02.11.5 4:33 pm 페이지9.

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    Indicates speed in km/h during travel. Maintain legal speed limits to ensure safe operation. Indicates total operating distance in km. Indicates travel distance from the point the meter is reset to “0”. To reset meter, turn the trip meter knob to the direction of arrow. Indicates engine rpm. 10 mete...

  • Page 13

    Turned on when the headlight is in high- beam position. Turned on when the main switch is in “on” position and transmission gear in neutral position. Blinks when turn signal is flashing. Indicates amount of gasoline in fuel tank. If needle is within e mark(red zone), immediately fill gasoline. ●fuel...

  • Page 14

    12 main switch is used to turn on or turn off engine. Put main switch key in “on” position and turn on headlight switch. ●position lamp advises approaching vehicle of the motor cycle position when operating after sunset. In addition, when the motor cycle is stopped at night or at an intersection, th...

  • Page 15

    This switch is the device for immediate engine stop by hand in any emergencies. In normal condition, make sure its position “ ”(run), and do not use on the position of “ ”(off). 13 engine stop switch caution ●use this engine stop switch in emergencies. ●when this engine stop switch changes as “ ”(ru...

  • Page 16

    Starter motor runs while this button is pressed to start engine. Use winker switch when you turn to left or right, or when you change course of travel. If this switch is turned on when the main switch is in “on” status, turn signal is brinking. To release, turn signal operation, press the winker swi...

  • Page 17

    If horn button is pressed when main switch is in “on” position, horn is sounded to prevent theft, lock steering wheel when parking the vehicle. 1. Turn the steering wheel to left completely. 2. Insert main switch key. 3. Turn the key 180 °to the right. If the steering wheel cannot be locked, move th...

  • Page 18

    There is a tool box inside the right front side cover. Safeguard tools inside the tool box. Use main switch key to open or close the tool box cover. ●open key cover ; insert main switch key ; turn key to right and fuel tank cap is opened. ●fill gasoline up the bottom of level plate located at the lo...

  • Page 19

    The fuel cock lever arrow indicates the status of fuel. ●on....Gasoline is injected to carburetor when engine is started. ●off....Lever is placed on this position when vehicle is stored for a long period of time or when fuel system is inspected or maintained. ●res....Indicates reserve fuel. If fuel ...

  • Page 20

    1. Verify the steering weel lock is released. 2. Make sure engine stop switch is in “ ” (run) position 3. Make sure fuel cock lever is in “on” position. 4. Turn on main switch. 5. Put gear in neutral. (verify this with neutral indicator lamp) 6. Open choke lever all the way. 7. Open throttle grip ap...

  • Page 21

    If engine cannot be started or vehicle does not move, check the followings. ●is there fuel in fuel tank? ●are you operating in accordance with the instructions given in user’s manual? ●is fuse not cut? ●is starter motor running? ●if starter motor is not running due to battery consumption, try starti...

  • Page 22

    20 ●make sure side stand is in original position prior to starting vehicle. ●if side stand moves unsatisfactorily, check lubrication state on side stand joint. ●shift gear adequately according to vehicle speed. The table on the right side shows speed ranges. ●to save fuel and maintain optimum vehicl...

  • Page 23

    If you turn throttle grip in reverse, engine brake functions and, if you need stronger braking, shift gear down from 4th to 3rd and so forth. When you travel on a long descent or on a sharp descent, use intermittent braking technique and engine brake simultaneously. ●put gear in neutral and put main...

  • Page 24

    Self inspect the motorcycle and have regular maintenance inspections for increased safety and the prevention of accidents. Self inspections before operation should be performed an a daily basis prior to operating the vehicle. ●inspections of areas of concern. ●fuel check ●brake inspection ●tire insp...

  • Page 25

    The front brake is the hydraulic disk type, and the rear brake is the drum brake type. As the brake pad wear, the brake fluid level drops. There are no adjustments to perform, but fluid level and pad wear must be inspected periodically. The system must be inspected frequently to ensure there are no ...

  • Page 26

    24 ●move steering wheel and set the top of reserve tank level. ●clean dust and other foreign matter from around master cylinder and take caution not to allow foreign matter to fall inside master cylinder ●open cap screw and remove diaphragm. ●replenish recommended brake fluid to upper level inside m...

  • Page 27

    25 operate brake and, if the brake pad wear limit line reaches the brake disc side, it indicates the pad has reached wear limit. [rear wheel] push the brake pedal with hands for resistance and check if the pedal movement appropriate. If brake pedal movement is inappropriate, adjust the pedal free pl...

  • Page 28

    26 push brake pedal completely and, if the brake arm arrow and the “ △” on brake panel match each other, it indicates brake shoe has reached its life limit. Check for an appropriate level of air pressure by examining how the tire sits on the ground. If you notice any abnormalities in the shape of th...

  • Page 29

    Check tire tread and sides for nails, rocks, etc. That might have become wedged in the tire. ●check the wear indicator(wear limit marking) to see if there is an insufficient amount of tread remaining. ●if the indicators are visible, replace tire with a new one. ●remove the four flange bolts, and tak...

  • Page 30

    If the battery acid is insufficient, replenish distilled water in the following sequence. ① loosen the bolt and open the battery band. ② remove the battery breather tube from the battery. ③ remove the negative pole side cord first and the positive pole side cord next. ④ remove the battery and open t...

  • Page 31

    ●check for smooth rotation of the throttle grip from the fully open to the fully closed position at both full steering positions. ●measure the throttle grip free play at the throttle grip flange. The standard free play should be approx : 2~6 mm ●to adjust the free play, turn the adjuster. 29 caution...

  • Page 32

    Pull clutch lever until you feel resistance, and using a graduated ruler, check the lever end free play to verify it is within prescribed level. ●when engine is idling, pull clutch lever all the way and see if there is abnormal noise or if you feel unusual heaviness. ●slowly release clutch lever and...

  • Page 33

    ●the service life of drive chain is dependent upon proper lubrication and adjustment. Poor maintenance can cause premature wear or damage to the drive chain and sprocket. ●the drive chain should be checked and lubricated as part of the pre-ride inspection. ●under severe usage, or when the motorcycle...

  • Page 34

    ●drive chain slack slould be checked and adjusted, if necessary, every 1,000km. ●when operated at sustained high speeds or under conditions of frequent rapid acceleration, the chain may requir more frequent adjustment. 1. Place the motorcycle on its side stand with the transmission in neutral and th...

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    33 ●put vehicle in upright position on flat ground and check engine oil level and degree of pollution. ●run engine idle for approximately 2~3 minutes on flat ground and stop engine. Approximately 2~3 minutes thereafter, put vehicle in upright position and check engine oil and verify the oil level is...

  • Page 36

    34 [head light, tail light] start the engine and make sure the lights turn on. Also check to see if the lights are damaged or if there is dirt on them. [brake light check] turn the main switch to on. While separately operating the front and rear brakes, check to see if the brake light turns on. Also...

  • Page 37

    35 maintenance ●the required maintenance schedule specifies how often you should have your motorcycle served, and what things need attention. ● it is essential that your motorcycle be served as scheduled to retain its high level of safety, dependability, and emission control performance. ●these inst...

  • Page 38

    36 perform the self inspections before operation at each scheduled maintenance period. I: inspect and, clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary r: replace l: lubricate c: clean fuel line i i i i fuel filter r r r r throttle operation i i i i carburetor choke i i i air cleaner c c c note (2) ...

  • Page 39

    37 brake fluid i i i note (3) brake shoe / pad wear i i i brake system i i i i brake stop switch i i i headlight adjustment i i i suspension i i i clutch i i i i side stand i i i bolts, nuts, fasteners i i wheels / tires i i i steering handle bearing i i item ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★★ ★★ frequency odometer rea...

  • Page 40

    38 the following is an explanation of correct inspection methods, cleaning and parts replacing. Please always refer to this section when wanting to inspect or repair your vehicle. Maintenance precautions caution ●always observe safety rules when performing maintenance on the vehicle. ●choose a flat ...

  • Page 41

    ●this vehicle is equipped with viscous type air cleaner element containing oil and the element cannot be cleaned. ●replace element after each operation of 4,000km. ●loosen four screw and remove air cleaner case cover. ●loosen four washer screw and air cleaner element. ●assemble in the opposite order...

  • Page 42

    [front wheel removal] ① raise the front wheel off the ground by placing a support block under the engine. ② loose the oval screw and remove the speedometer cable. ③ remove the front caliper assembly from the fork by removing the fixing bolts. ④ loosen the axle nut. ⑤ withdraw the front wheel axle an...

  • Page 43

    [rear wheel removal] ① set vehicle on main stand in upright position on level ground. ② loosen the rear brake adjuster nut and remove the brake rod. ③ remove the chain tensioner. ④ loosen the chain adjuster nut. ⑤ loosen the rear weel axle nut and remove the rear wheel axle and the rear wheel. ⑥ ins...

  • Page 44

    ·be sure to turn the ignition switch off when replacing the bulb. ·do not use bulbs other than that specified. ·after installing a new bulb, check that the light operates properly. [headlight bulb] ① loosen the washer screw and remove the headlight. ② pull off the socket without turning. ③ loosen th...

  • Page 45

    [tail/stoplight bulb] ① loosen the tapping screw and remove the taillight lens. ② slightly press down on the bulb and turn it counterclockwise. ③ install a new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Tail/stoplight bulb:12v 21/5w [license light bulb] ① loosen the tapping screw and remove the license l...

  • Page 46

    44 if electrode is stained or plug gap is not right, satisfactory spark is not produced. Clean and make adjustment. ●remove spark plug cap. ●clean around the plug. ●using a plug wrench, remove plug. ●clean plug with plug cleaner. ●check electrode for wear and corrosion. If the center of electrode be...

  • Page 47

    Turn off main switch and check fuse for sign of cut. ● remove the four flange bolts, and take off the right lower cover. ●fuse is installed inside fuse holder located near battery. ●to separate fuse, open fuse holder, hold both ends of fuse cord and pull up, and pull out the fuse connector crosswise...

  • Page 48

    ●erect main stand and place vehicle in upright position on level ground. ●check side stand spring for signs of damage and lubrication state on joints. A rubber part is assembled on the cable to protect the inner cable. Make sure that this part is placed firmly around the correct part of the cable. W...

  • Page 49

    Extended storage, such as for winter, requires that you take certain steps to reduce the effects of deterioration from non-use of the motorcycle. In addition, necessary repairs should be made before storing the motorcycle; otherwise, these repairs may be forgotten by the time the motorcycle is remov...

  • Page 50: Safe Driving

    48 ● performing daily inspection ● putting on the protective gears (helmet, glove, goggles, etc.) ● bringing the driver's licence ● determinating the path to the desired destination safe driving preparation before driving 도큐멘트1 02.11.5 4:51 pm 페이지1.

  • Page 51: Driving Method

    The appropriate driving position is most important thing to driving safely. ① eyes : look at the front direction widely. ② shoulders : relieve the tension. ③ arms : relieve the tension and bend arms to inside and let them act as the spring. ④ hands : grip the handle the position away from the inside...

  • Page 52

    ● secure the safe distance. ● drive protectively. ● do not obstruct the traffic. ● do not drive on the pedestrian way or walkway. ● drive on the left driveway when passing away. ● make sure that you can apply the brake anytime. ● always apply the brake when stopping temporarily. ● do not drive exces...

  • Page 53

    51 prior to starting always look around to avoid accident. ① get on the vehicle after pulling back the stand. ② start driving slowly after turning on the winker and releasing the brake while ensuring the safety around the vehicle. Starting caution ●return the side stand to its original position, kee...

  • Page 54: Turning Method

    52 the basic principle of turn is balancing using the centrifugal force which makes vehicle go outside and the gravity which makes vehicle fall inside. The centrifugal force increases in inverse portion to the radius of a curve and in portion to the square speed. Decelerate prior to entering the cur...

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    53 the basic principle of turn is balancing using combined force of the centrifugal force and the gravity. All 3 positions require straightening the head and keeping the eyes horizontally. This is a turning position with motorcycle and driver in a line. This position is the most natural and exact, s...

  • Page 56

    54 this is a turning position with motorcycle leaned inside more than driver, which is opposite to the lean-in position. With this position, quick turn is well performed and driver can obtain wide front visual field adequate to drive on the rained or slippy road because it has best road holding. How...

  • Page 57

    55 do not drive inside of large truck's turn circle. Dead angle zone is the sight range which cannot be identified by driver and increases in proportion to the width of the motorcycle. It is distance between path of the front and rear wheel and increases in proportion to the length of the motorcycle...

  • Page 58: Braking Method

    56 ● vehicle is braked using friction between road surface and tires. ● braking distance increases 1.5 times on wet road and 3 times on icy road because friction force of road surface is decreased. Due to the inertia, motorcycle does not stop immediately after applying the brake. Basic principle of ...

  • Page 59

    57 ● turn the throttle grip to its original position and decelerate using the engine brake. ● erect the motorcycle straight. ● brake using both front and rear brakes. ·vehicle speed : 50 km/h learn the proper braking method to prevent accident. Impact increases in proportion to the speed and weight....

  • Page 60: Wiring Diagram

    58 g b/w l / lg r w / r lg / 4 2 3 n 1 5 gear position s/w 12v 1.7wx2ea 12v 1.7w illum, lamp br g br g/y g br g g br g/y br g sb g g/y g stop & tail light r. Rr winker l. Rr winker 12v 21/5w 12v 10w 12v 5w license light 12v 10w o b b/l lg g r b/l b g horn 12v 9ah battery r y/r g/r g fuse 15a b b g/y...

  • Page 61

    Memo : **vl125(48p~) 02.11.5 4:44 pm 페이지59.

  • Page 62

    O ow wn neer r’ ’ss m maan nu uaall 2002. 05 printed 1999. 11 publication no copy *표2*표3 02.11.5 4:36 pm 페이지2.