DirectBikes DB125T-13 User Manual

Introduction

DirectBikes thanks you for purchasing your new

DB125T-13 motorcycle. We produce our

motorcycles using some of the most advanced

production techniques in the world.

We want you to enjoy your new machine and have

compiled a basic manual for you that covers the

assembly out of the crate and the basic

maintenance. Please read carefully. If in any doubt

consult a suitably qualified person or our technical

department.

Proper assembly and maintenance will ensure your

safety and the long service life of the machine.

Identification

The VIN or chassis number is located on the frame

of the motorcycle and is either under the seat or

under the clip in cover in the front of the footwell.

The engine number is located on the left side on the

bottom of engine.

Tools

Please have a selection of good quality tools ready

which include; Cutters, knife, hammer, 8, 10, 12, 13,

14, 17mm sockets and spanners, ratchet, extension

bar, flat screwdriver’s, Philip screwdriver’s, pliers,

magnetic tray, lube, multi-purpose grease and

cleaning cloths.

Before starting check the model details against the

invoice details and any signs of damage to the box.

The Crate

Please ensure you have adequate space. Using

scissors cut the nylon bands that surround the box

and discard. Cut the cardboard to reveal the steel

frame supporting the motorcycle. You will now need

a 13mm socket on a bar or ratchet and a 13mm

spanner. Undo the front wheel from the frame.

Undo all the lower nuts and bolts securing the upper

portion of the frame. Undo the bolts securing the

handlebars and the rear carry rack.

Wearing gloves and using two people, lift the upper

part of the frame off the motorcycle. Be careful not

to scratch the paintwork. The motorcycle is now

held in by only the front spindle. Stood at the rear of

the motorcycle, lift it out of the frame to the right and

put the centre stand down. One person holds the

back down whilst the other person undoes the

spindle and releases the motorcycle from the frame

completely. Discard the metal frame. Remove all
the protective packaging and the ancillaries from

the footwell.

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Assembly

Front wheel

With the back of the motorcycle still being held

down it is now possible to insert the front wheel.

Firstly remove the plastic wedge from the brake

calliper. Offer the wheel up in-between the forks so

the brake disc sits correctly in the calliper. It is

vitally important that the brake pads sit on either

side of the disc.

Next insert the front wheel spindle through the fork

leg to which the calliper is attached, through the

spacer into the wheel and through the speedo drive

into the opposite fork leg. Put the nut onto the

spindle finger tight. Now check that the speedo

drive is correctly located, double check that the disc

is correctly located and tighten up. Pump the front

brake lever till it goes hard. Lastly put the chrome

covers on the lower fork, left and right.

Front Mudguard

The front mudguard is in two halves, front and rear

and is held on by five screws and one clip.

Top box

The top box is supplied with a universal fitting kit.

The two long slotted bars go on the inside of the

box. Put the long M6 screws (4 of) through the slots

and line the box on the rack so that it is central. Use

the 4 smaller slotted bars underneath. Fix in place

with the nuts and washers provided. Cover with the

protective foam mat A maximum weight of 10 kilos

is recommended. The weight may also alter the

handling of the motorcycle.

The mirrors come ‘handed’, i.e. a left and right one.

They screw into either the left and right switch gear

or into the front and back brake lever assemblies.

There is a lock nut on the threaded part of the

mirror to ensure the mirror does not come loose.

Wind this lock nut up as far as it will go and

carefully screw the mirror into the mount.

Mirrors