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INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT
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SERVICE INFORMATION -------------------------------------------- 3- 1
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ---------------------------------------- 3- 3
FUEL LINE/THROTTLE OPERATION------------------------------ 3- 4
AIR CLEANER ---------------------------------------------------------- 3- 5
SPARK PLUG/CYLINDER COMPRESSION ------------------------ 3- 7
VALVE CLEARANCE (Mongoose/KXR 90)------------------------- 3- 8
CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED ----------------------------------------- 3- 8
ENGINE OIL (Mongoose/KXR 90)------------------------------------ 3- 9
TRANSMISSION OIL -------------------------------------------------- 3-11
DRIVE BELT/BRAKE SHOES/BRAKE PADS/BRAKE FLUID -- 3-12
BRAKE LEVER FREE PLAY ----------------------------------------- 3-13
STEERING SYSTEM INSPECTION --------------------------------- 3-14
TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT------------------------------------------------ 3-15
WHEELS/TIRES -------------------------------------------------------- 3-16
DRIVE CHAIN SLACK ADJUSTMENT ----------------------------- 3-17
CABLE INSPECTION AND LUBRICATION ----------------------- 3-19
FRONT SUSPENSION LUBRICATION------------------------------ 3-19
HEADLIGHT BEAM ADJUSTMENT (ON ROAD ONLY) -------- 3-20
BRAKE PEDAL ADJUSTMENT (KXR 90 ON ROAD ONLY)---- 3-20
BRAKE FULID (KXR 90 ON ROAD ONLY)------------------------ 3-21
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL
•Before running the engine, make sure that the working area is well-ventilated. Never run the
engine in a closed area. The exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas which may cause
death to people.
•Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under some conditions. The working area
must be well-ventilated and do not smoke or allow flames or sparks near the working area or
fuel storage area.
SPECIFICATIONS (Mongoose/KXR 90)
ENGINE
Throttle grip free play : 1_ 4mm
Spark plug gap : 0.6_ 0.7mm
Spark plug: Standard : NGK: C7HSA
Valve clearance : IN: 0.1m
EX: 0.1m
Idle speed : 1700±100rpm
Engine oil capacity:
At disassembly : 0.8 liter
At change : 0.7 liter
Gear oil capacity :
At disassembly : 120cc
At change : 110cc
Cylinder compression : 16kg/cm_
Ignition timing : BTDC 28°/4000rpm
CHASSIS
Front brake free play: 10_ 20mm
Rear brake free play: 10_ 20mm
TIRE PRESSURE
TIRE SIZE:
Front : 18*7-8
Rear : 18*9-8
TORQUE VALUES
Front wheel nut 4.0_ 5.0kgf-m
Rear wheel nut 4.0_ 5.0kgf-m
SPECIFICATIONS (Mongoose/KXR 50)
ENGINE
Throttle grip free play : 1_ 4mm
Spark plug gap : 0.6_ 0.7mm
Spark plug: Standard : NGK: BR8HAS
Idle speed : 2000±100rpm
Gear oil capacity :
At disassembly : 120cc
At change : 110cc
Cylinder compression : 12kg/cm_
Ignition timing : BTDC 15°/1700rpm
CHASSIS
Front brake free play: 10_ 20mm
Rear brake free play: 10_ 20mm
TIRE PRESSURE
TIRE SIZE:
Front : 16*8-7
Rear : 16*8-7
TORQUE VALUES
Front wheel nut 4.0_ 5.0kgf-m
Rear wheel nut 4.0_ 5.0kgf-m
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
This chapter includes all information necessary to perform recommended inspections and
adjustments. These preventive maintenance procedures, if followed, will ensure more reliable
vehicle operation and a longer service life. The need for costly overhaul work will be greatly
reduced. This information applies to vehicles already in service ad well as new vehicles that are
being prepared for sale. All service technicians should be familiar with this entire chapter.
Check valve clearance. Adjust if
necessary.
Check condition. Clean or replace if
necessary.
Clean. Replace if necessary.
Check idle speed/starter operation.
Adjust if necessary.
Check fuel hose for cracks or
damage. Replace if necessary.
Engine oil
(Mongoose/KXR 50)
Replace (Warm engine before
draining).
Engine oil filter
screen
(Mongoose/KXR 50)
Clean. Replace if necessary.
Check oil leakage. Replace every 12
months.
Check operation. Adjust if
necessary.
Check operation/replace if damage
or excessive wear.
Check balance/damage/runout.
Replace if necessary.
Check bearings assembly for
looseness/damage. Replace if
damaged.
Check operation/replace if damage.
Check toe-in/adjust if necessary.
Lubricate every 6 months.
Check all chassis fittings and
fasteners. Correct if necessary.
• In the interest of safety, we recommend these items should be serviced only by an
authorized KYMCO motorcycle dealer.
FUEL LINE
Check the fuel tubes and replace any parts,
which show signs of deterioration, damage
or leakage.
THROTTLE OPERATION
Check the throttle to swing for smooth
movement.
Measure the throttle to swing free play.
Free Play: 1_ 4mm
To adjust throttle free play:
1. Slide the rubber sleeves back to expose
the throttle cable adjuster.
2. Loosen the lock nut, then turn the
adjuster to obtain the correct free play.
(1~4 mm or 0.04~0.16 in)
3. Tighten the lock nut and reinstall the
sleeve.
OIL PUMP ADJUSTMENT
(Mongoose/KXR 50)
Open the throttle valve fully and check that
the index mark on the pump body aligns
with the aligning mark on the oil pump
control lever.
Reference tip alignment within 1mm of
index mark on open side is acceptable.
Start and idle the engine, then slowly open
the throttle to increase engine rpm and check
the operation of the oil pump control lever.
If adjustment is necessary, adjust the oil
pump control cable by loosening the control
cable lock nut and turning the adjusting nut.
After adjustment, tighten the lock nut.
Adjust oil pump control cable after the
throttle grip free play is adjusted.
Control Lever Aligning Mark
Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks
in your working area.
If the oil pump is not synchronized
properly, the following will occur:
• Excessive white smoke or hard starting due
to pump control lever excessively open
• Seized piston due to pump control lever
insufficiently open
AIR CLEANER
AIR CLEANER
REPLACEMENT/CLEANING
To replace the air cleaner
(Mongoose/KXR 90):
1. Remove the seat. (See page 2-3.)
2. Remove the five screws and then remove
air filter case cover.
3. Remove the air filter element, and
separate it from the box.
Reference tip alignment within 1mm of
index mark on open side is acceptable.
However, the aligning mark on the
control lever must never be on the closed
side of the index mark, otherwise engine
damage will occur because of insufficient
lubrication.
To replace the air cleaner
(Mongoose/KXR 50):
1. Remove the five screws and air filter case
cover.
2. Remove the air filter element, and
separate it from the box.
To clean the air filter element:
1. Wash the element gently but thoroughly
in solvent.
2. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the
filter and let it dry.
3. Inspect the element. If damaged, replace
it.
4. Apply quality foam air filter oil to the
element. If foam air filter oil is not
available, motor oil may be used.
5. Reinstall the element to the air filter case.
6. Reinstall the element assembly and parts
removed for access.
Apply the engine oil.
Squeeze out the excess oil.
CHANGE INTERVAL
More frequent replacement is required when
riding in unusually dusty or rainy areas.
Use parts cleaning solvent only. Never
use gasoline or low flash point solvents
which may lead to a fire or explosion.
Do not twist or wring out the foam
element. This could damage the foam
material.
The element should be wet but not
dripping.