Do not remove this Owner’s Manual from the vehicle. Read this manual carefully
before operating the vehicle as it contains important safety information.
Read this manual carefully.
This Owner’s Manual contains important information on safety , operation and maintenance of your KYMCO Xciting scooter .
Any one who operates your scooter should carefully read and understand the contents of this manual before riding the scooter .
For your safety, understand and follow all of the warnings contained in this Owner ’s Manual and the labels applied to your scoo ter.
This Owner’s Manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle, keep it with your scooter at all times.
ON-ROAD USE ONLY This scooter has been designed to be used on the road.
Particularly important information is called out in this manual by the following icons and notations:
The SAFETY ALERT symbol with the exclamation point in the triangle means ATTENTION!
BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY CAN BE AFFECTED.
WARNING
CAUTION
NO NO
NO
NO NO
TETE
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Failure to follow instructions associated with a W ARNING symbol could result in severe injury or
death to the rider, a passenger, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the scooter .
A CAUTION symbol indicates that special precautions must be taken to avoid damaging
the scooter.
The NOTE symbol indicates key information about a procedure or to clarify an operation.
Califor nia Proposition 65
This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Batter y & EFI Damage Alert
To avoid damage to the scooter ’s electronic fuel injection system, do not remove
or install a battery wire when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
WARNING
WARNING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Manual Icon Legend ................................................... (inside of front-cover)
CA Prop 65 & EFI/Battery Warning ............................ (inside of front-cover)
Table of Contents ....................................................................................... 1
Model Identification ............................................................................... 2 - 4
Index ......................................................................................................... 88
Identification Numbers Record .................................. (inside of back-cover)
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MODEL IDENTIFICATION
Xciting 500iXciting 250/300i
Xciting 500Ri
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Xciting 250/300Ri
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
Xciting 250/300/500i front brakes
Xciting 250/300/500Ri front brakesXciting 250/300/500Ri rear brake
Xciting 250/300/500i rear brake
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MODEL IDENTIFICATION
Xciting 250/300/500Ri Instruments and Indicator s
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SECTION 1 FORWARD & SAFETY INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this KYMCO Xciting scooter, and welcome to the KYMCO riding family.
Please read this owner's manual carefully before riding so that you will be thoroughly familiar with the
proper operation of your scooter controls, its features, capabilities, and limitations.
To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your scooter, provide it with the proper care and maintenance as
described in this manual.
For replacement parts and accessories, you should always use genuine KYMCO products, as they have
been specially designed for your vehicle and manufactured to meet KYMCO's demanding standards.
Keep this owner's manual aboard your scooter at all times so that you can refer to it whenever you need
information. This manual should be considered a permanent part of the scooter and should remain with the
scooter when it is sold.
All information, illustrations, photographs and specifications contained in this manual are based on the
latest product information available at the time of publication. Due to improvements or other changes, there
may be information in this manual that differs slightly from your vehicle. KYMCO reserves the right to make
product and publication changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
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SCOOTER SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Your scooter can provide you many years of service and pleasure if you take responsibility for your own safety and understand the challenges that you can meet on the road. There is
much that you can do to protect yourself when you ride. You
will find many helpful recommendations throughout this
manual. Here are some very important safety tips:
Wear a helmet
Scooter safety equipment starts with a quality helmet. One of
the most serious injuries you can suf fer in a crash is a head
injury. Always wear a properly approved helmet. You should
also wear suitable eye protection.
Make yourself easy to see
To make yourself more visible, wear bright reflective clothing,
position yourself so other drivers can see you, signal before
turning or changing lanes, and use your horn when it will help
others notice you.
Know your limits
Ride within the boundaries of your own skill at all times. Knowing these limits and staying within them will help you to avoid
accidents.
Keep your scooter in safe condition
For safe riding, it's important to inspect your scooter before
every ride and perform all recommended maintenance. Never
exceed load limits, and only use accessories that have been
approved by KYMCO for this scooter .
Inspect your scooter before riding
Do not forget to perform an entire safety inspection to ensure
you, and your passenger's safety, before each ride.
Be extra safety conscious on bad weather days
Riding on bad weather days, especially wet ones, requires extra caution. Braking distance can double on a rainy day . Stay
off of the painted surfaces, manhole covers and greasy appearing areas on the pavement, as they can be especially slippery. Use extreme caution at railway crossings and on metal
gratings and bridges. Whenever your are in doubt about the
road conditions, slow down.
Modification
Modification of your scooter, or removal of original equipment
may render the vehicle unsafe or illegal. Obey all applicable
equipment regulations in your area.
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SCOOTER SAFETY
PROTECTIVE APPAREL
For your safety, always wear an approved motorcycle or scooter
helmet, eye protection, boots, gloves, long pants, and a longsleeved shirt or jacket whenever you ride your scooter .
Helmets and protection
Your helmet is your most important piece of riding gear because it offers the best protection against head injuries. Your
helmet should fit your head comfortably and securely. Always
wear a face shield or goggles to protect your eyes and to aid
your vision.
Additional riding gear
In addition to a helmet and eye protection, you should also use:
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•Sturdy boots with nonslip soles to help protect your
feet and ankles
•Leather gloves to keep your hands warm and help pre-
vent blisters, cuts, burns and bruises
•A motorcycle or scooter riding suit or jacket that has
been designed for comfort as well as protection. Bright
colored and reflective clothing can help make you more
noticeable in traffic. Be sure to avoid loose clothes that
could get caught on any part of your scooter .
Not wearing a helmet increases your chance of serious
injury or death in a crash.
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1 Wear gloves
2 Clothes should be fit properly (not too tight or loose)
3 Always wear a helmet. You should also wear eye protection
4 Wear bright or reflective clothing
5 Footwear should be the proper size, have low heels,
and offer ankle protection
Be sure you and your passenger always wear an approved
motorcycle helmet that fits properly. You should also wear
eye protection and other protective apparel when you ride.
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LOAD LIMITS & LOADING GUIDELINES
These general guidelines may help you decide how to add
accessories to your scooter and how to load it properly .
Load limits
These specifications are the load limits for your Xciting scooter.
Overloading the individual storage compartments will affect the
scooter’s stability and handling, be sure to stay within the limits given below:
Maximum weight capacity (Includes the weight of the rider,
passenger, cargo and accessories): ......330 lbs (150 kg)
Maximum cargo weight:............................... 19 kg (42 Ibs)
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1 Center small box weight limit:................ 6.6 lbs (3 kg)
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2 Center compartment weight Iimit:......... 22 lbs (10 kg)
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3 Rear carrier weight limit:.......................... 11 lbs (5 kg)
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4 Front glove box weight limit:............... 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg)
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Overloading or improper loading will affect vehicle handling, stability and braking, and can lead to an accident.
Never exceed the stated load capacity of your scooter.
Cargo should be properly distributed and securely at-
tached. Reduce speed when carrying cargo. Allow greater
distance for braking.
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Loading guidelines
Improperly loading your scooter will affect its stability and handling. You should ride at reduced speeds when you are carrying a
passenger or cargo. Follow these guidelines whenever you carry
a passenger or cargo:
•Check that both tires are properly inflated
•To prevent loose items from creating a hazard, make
sure all cargo is securely tied down before you ride
•Place cargo weight as close to the center of the scooter
as possible
•Balance cargo weight evenly on both sides of the scooter
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ACCESSORIES & MODIFICATION
There is a large variety of accessories available to KYMCO
scooter owners. KYMCO cannot have direct control over the
quality or suitability of accessories you may wish to purchase.
The addition of unsuitable accessories to your scooter can
lead to unsafe operating conditions. It is not possible for
KYMCO to test each accessory on the market or combinations of all the available accessories; however , your KYMCO
dealer can assist you in selecting quality accessories and then
install them correctly.
Use extreme caution when selecting and installing the accessories for your scooter.
No modifications
KYMCO strongly advises you against removing any original
equipment or modifying your scooter in any way that would
change its design or operation.
Improper accessories or modifications can make your
scooter unsafe and can lead to an accident.
Never modify your scooter through the improper installation or use of accessories. All parts and accessories added
to this vehicle should be genuine KYMCO or equivalent
components designed for use on this scooter and should
be installed and used according to instruction. If you have
any questions, consult an authorized KYMCO dealer.
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CAUTION & WARNING LABELS
Your KYMCO Xciting scooter comes equipped with several
labels and hangtags containing important safety information.
Anyone who rides the scooter should read and understand
this information before operation. The labels should be considered permanent parts of the vehicle. If a label comes off or
becomes hard to read, contact your KYMCO dealer immediately for a replacement.
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MEANING: Flip the scooter’s
side stand up before starting
the engine.
For Xciting 500i/Ri only
MEANING: Replace the
air filter ever 3750 miles
(6000 km).
MEANING: Do not pack any
items between the engine and
the body side cover, as they
could interfere with the
scooter’s safe operation.
CAUTION & WARNING LABELS
MEANING: Refer to the safe riding recommendations on pages 5 through 9
of this Owner’s Manual.
MEANING: Refer to load limits on page 8 of this Owner’s Manual. Refer
to tire inflation specification on page 71 of this Owner’s Manual.
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CAUTION & WARNING LABELS
MEANING: Using a solvent, such as gasoline or paint thinner, can
damage the paint finish and cause the body panels to crack.
Use mild soap and water to clean the windshield and the body
panels.
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MEANING: Only use the mobile phone accessory power outlet for
recharging a mobile phone. Using other, higher electrical draw accessories will damage the mobile phone accessory power supply.
LOCATION OF PARTS & CONTROLS
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AMAM
AM
AMAM
ATAT
AT
ATAT
AKAK
AK
AKAK
ANAN
AN
ANAN
ALAL
AL
ALAL
AOAO
AO
AOAO
1 Left shock preload adjuster
2 Left rearview mirror
3 Headlamp dimmer switch,
passing button, turn signal
switch, and horn button
4 Speedometer & indicators
NOTE: Y our scooter may differ slightly in appearance from the images in this manual.
5 Engine stop switch, starter motor
button, headlamp switch, and
hazard switch
6 Right review mirror
7 Fuel filler cap
8 Right shock preload adjuster
9 Front brake fluid reservoir
AT Front brake lever
AK Throttle grip
AL Center glove box
AM Rear brake fluid reservoir
AN Rear brake lever
AO Ignition switch
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LOCATION OF PARTS AND CONTROLS
APAP
AP
APAP
BMBM
BOBO
BO
BOBO
AP Helmet holder
AQ Center storage compartment
AR Tool kit (under seat)
AS Air filter
(500i/500Ri models)
BT Air filter
(250/300i & 250/300Ri models)
BK Left passenger foot peg
BNBN
BN
BNBN
BM
BMBM
BLBL
BL
BLBL
AQAQ
AQ
AQAQ
BKBK
BK
BKBK
ARAR
AR
ARAR
ASAS
AS
BTBT
BT
BTBT
ASAS
BL Center stand
BM Side stand
BN Coolant level window
BO Front glove box
BP Battery, fuse box, and spare
fuses (under seat)
BQ Adjustable back-rest
BR Seat
BPBP
BP
BPBP
CMCM
CM
CMCM
BQBQ
BQ
BQBQ
CLCL
CL
CLCL
BRBR
BR
BRBR
BSBS
CTCT
BS
CT
BSBS
CTCT
CKCK
CK
CKCK
BS Center compartment light, cell
phone socket (under seat)
CT Cell phone holder (under seat)
CK Parking brake lever
(500i/500Ri models)
CL Oil filler cap/Dipstick
CM Right passenger foot peg
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NOTE: Y our scooter may differ slightly in appearance from the images in this manual.
SECTION 2 CONTROLS & FEATURES
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (also known as the VIN or
frame number) is a 17-digit number stamped on the right side
of the frame. At this same location is the VIN compliance label.
When you take delivery of your scooter , check that the VIN
stamped on your scooter and imprinted on the label is the same
as the VIN listed in the bill-of-sale and the warranty documents
you received from your dealer.
Engine serial number
The engine serial number (also known as the ESN) is stamped
on left side of the engine case.
NOTE: Write your scooter’s VIN and ESN in the boxes provided in the inside, rear cover of this Owner's Manual.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
KEYS
Your Xciting scooter is supplied with four keys: two identical
ignition switch keys 1 and two identical shutter keys 2. The
ignition keys operate the ignition switch, the steering lock, the
fuel filler cap, and are used to open the seat to gain access to
the center compartment. The shutter keys are used to open
the security shutter that covers the ignition switch. Your
KYMCO scooter is equipped with this security shutter to minimize vandalism and theft.
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Both pairs of keys have a unique code that is stamped on the
tabs supplied with the keys. This code is not stamped on the
scooter and is not recorded in the vehicle's basic documentation for security reasons. Since the codes are required if you
need replacement keys, record these important codes in the
boxes provided on the inside, rear cover of this Owner's
Manual.
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SECURITY SHUTTER
To open the ignition switch security shutter:
Turn the shutter key until the "OPEN" side is facing upward and
insert the shutter key into it's slot on the ignition switch cover .
To shut the ignition keyhole security shutter:
Turn the shutter key until the "SHUT" side is facing upward and
insert the shutter key into it's slot on the ignition switch cover .
NOTE: Apply a lock lubricant with antifreeze properties to
the security shutter if the outside air temperature drops
below freezing (32
o
F, 0o C).
CONTROLS & FEATURES
IGNITION SWITCH
To operate the ignition switch and it’s functions:
""Position:
All electrical circuits are off. The engine will not start or run.
"
" Position:
The ignition circuit is "ON" and engine can now be started. The key cannot be removed from the ignition switch in this position.
""Position:
To lock the steering, turn the handlebar all the way to the left, push down and turn
the key to the "" position and remove the key. All electrical circuits are off.
"" Position:
To open the fuel filler cap, turn the key to the "" position. Make sure
that the key is at the "
" Position:
"
To open the seat, turn the key to the "" position.
" position when starting the engine.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
Multifunction Meter - Xciting 300i & 500i
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AR
ARAR
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BLBL
BL
BLBL
BKBK
BK
BKBK
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BTBT
BT
BTBT
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ASAS
AS
ASAS
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AQAQ
AQ
AQAQ
APAP
AP
APAP
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AOAO
AO
AOAO
ANAN
AN
ANAN
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9
99
AMAM
AM
AMAM
ATAT
AT
ATAT
AKAK
AK
AKAK
ALAL
AL
ALAL
NOTE: The indicator needles of the multifunction meter's
analog dials will sweep from zero to their maximum reading then back to zero when the ignition switch is turned
"ON" (or when the battery is reconnected following service). This is a normal function of this type of meter and
is required to calibrate the dials before riding.
1 Oil pressure warning indicator “”: This indicator lights
when the oil pressure is below the normal operating pressure. The indicator will light when the ignition switch is “ON”
and the engine is not running. The indicator should go
out when the engine starts (except for some occasional
flickering at or near idle when the engine is warm). If the
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indicator fails to go out completely once the engine is
started, consult your KYMCO dealer immediately .
Running the engine on your scooter with insufficient
oil pressure will cause serious engine damage.
2 Mode button: This button is used to select the trip meter ,
the odometer or to reset the tripmeter
3 Battery indicator: This telltale indicator lights when the bat-
tery voltage falls below 11 volts (indicating the need to diagnose a potential battery or charging problem)
CONTROLS & FEATURES
Multifunction Meter - Xciting 300i & 500i
continued:
4 Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per
minute (RPM)
5 Left turn signal indicator
6 Speedometer: Indicates road speed in miles-per-hour
(MPH). The meter face also indicates road speed in kilometers-per-hour (KPH)
7 Right turn signal indicator
8 Fuel level gauge
9 Fuel refill indicator “
fuel tank is near empty to alert the rider to refill the fuel
tank as soon as possible.
AT Oil service indicator reset button: The oil service indicator
light can be reset by pressing the button. Do not press this
button until the oil has been serviced so it can notify you
when the next oil service is required.
AK Seat unlock indicator “MET-IN”: If this indicator is lit, it means
the seat is not locked in the closed position.
AL Side stand down indicator: This indicator will be lit if the
side stand is in the down position.
AM High beam indicator
Do not ride the scooter with the side stand down as
it could result in an accident.
”: This indicator lights when the
AN Cell phone socket indicator: Lights when the cell phone
recharging socket is being used
AO Coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant tem-
perature when the ignition switch is “ON”
AP Minute adjust button: Push this button to adjust the min-
utes on the clock display
AQ Odometer/Tripmeter: Press the 2 button to toggle be-
tween the overall and trip mileage, or to reset the tripmeter
AR Clock
AS Hour adjust button: Push this button to adjust the hours on
the clock display
BT Oil service indicator: Lights when the scooter has reached
the oil service interval mileage. The indicator also lights
when the ignition is turned “ON” but should go out once
the engine is running.
BK CELP indication (250i/Ri, 300i/Ri & 500i/Ri models): If flash-
ing, it indicates that a fault has been detected in the
scooter’s EFI or electrical system. Requires immediate
inspection by a KYMCO dealer.
NOTE: The CELP indicator lights momentarily when
the scooter is turned “ON”, before the engine is running. It will also light if the engine is revved past its
upper RPM limit. The scooter’s ignition will begin to
limit engine speed to reduce the risk of potential engine damage. The indicator will go out once the engine speed has returned to the normal range.
BL Parking brake indicator (500i / 500Ri only): Indicates that
the parking brake is engaged.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
Right handlebar switch
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Headlight switch
The headlight and taillight will be lit.
" position
"
The position light and taillight (running lamps) will be lit.
"
" position
The headlight and taillight will be off.
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1 "" position:
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Electric starter button
Press the electric starter button to activate the starter motor .
NOTE: The starter motor will not engage unless a brake
lever is squeezed at the same time the starter button is
pressed. Your scooter is also equipped with an safety interlock that prevents the starter motor from being engaged
unless the sidestand is fully up.
To prevent damage to the starter motor, do not operate
the starter motor for more than five seconds at a time. If
the scooter fails to start immediately, check the fuel level
and the battery condition, and allow the starter motor to
cool before attempting to start the engine again.
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2 "":
2 2
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NOTE: Not all Xciting scooters have switches that control
the headlight circuit. Depending upon country and state
regulations, your scooter's controls may differ from the
switches described here.
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Engine stop switch
The ignition circuit is off. The engine will not start or run.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
"" position
The ignition circuit is on, and the engine can start and run.
Left handlebar switch
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Hazard switch
Flipping this switch to the "" position will cause all of the
turn signals to flash together, indicating a hazard to other traffic. Returning the switch to "OFF" will cancel the hazard flashing.
NOTE: When either turn signal is flashing, the hazard
switch will not work. The hazard switch will still operate
when the ignition is "OFF"
Turn on the hazard flasher switch when parking in a
hazardous position or there is a special need to alert
other traffic. Once the hazard switch is turned on, it
will not reset automatically, so be sure to turn it "OFF"
after use to avoid confusing other traffic.
Do not leave the hazard flasher on for a long period of
time as it can deplete the battery's energy.
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Turn signal switch
Use the turn signal indicator to signal to other traffic your intention to turn or change lanes. The turn signal light on the dash
will flash to alert the rider that the switch is engaged.
"
" for turning to the "left".
"
" for turning to the "right".
To cancel the turn signal, press the switch in when it is in the
center position.
Horn button
Press the horn button to sound the horn.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
Left handlebar switch (continued)
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Dimmer switch
"" switch position turns the headlight low beam on.
""switch position turns the headlight high beam on and the
high beam indicator light on the dash is activated as well.
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Brakes
Combination brake lever (left handlebar)
Apply the front and rear brakes squeezing the left hand brake
lever gently towards the grip. The brake light will illuminate
when the lever is squeezed.
Passing light button
Use this button to rapidly flick the headlamp high beam on and
off to signal other vehicles that you wish to pass.
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Front brake lever (right handlebar)
Apply the front brake only by squeezing the right hand brake
lever gently towards the grip. The brake light will illuminate
when the lever is squeezed.
CONTROLS & FEATURES
Parking brake (Xciting 500i & 500Ri)
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To apply the parking brake:
Pull in the parking brake lever 1 to lock the rear wheel.
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NOTE: Before riding, check to see if the parking brake indicator light on the dash is OFF. Make sure that the rear
brake is fully released so there is no drag on the rear wheel.
Riding your scooter with the parking brake engaged is
hazardous. The rear brake will overheat and lose braking performance.
Engaging the parking brake while riding can cause rear
wheel skid and loss of control.
Use the parking brake lever only when parking and release lever before riding.
To release the parking brake:
Release the parking brake lever by lightly pulling in the lever
while pushing the release knob 2.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
Fuel filler cap
Do not overfill the tank. There should be no fuel in the
filler neck
rative emission canister, resulting in poor drivability.
Fuel recommendation
Use unleaded gasoline with a research octane number of 91
or higher. Unleaded gasoline will extend spark plug and exhaust component life.
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2. Excess fuel can contaminate the evapo-
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To open the fuel filler cap:
Insert the ignition key in the ignition switch and turn it to the
"
"position (the key cannot be removed in this position).
Rotate the key clockwise to the "
filler cap 1 will open.
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After refueling, be sure to close the filler cap securely .
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" position, and the fuel
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Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured while handling fuel.
* Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
* Refuel only out doors.
* Clean up fuel spills immediately.
To lock the fuel filler cap:
Push fuel fill cap down into place.
CONTROLS & FEATURES
Fuel filler cap (continued)
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Turn the ignition key from the "" position to the "" position to restart the engine.
Front glove box
To open:
Insert the ignition key into the glove box lock 3 and turn it
clockwise.
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To close:
1. Hold the glove box lid 4 closed and turn the ignition key
counterclockwise.
2. Remove the key.
Opening the glove box lid while riding can be hazardous. Removing a hand from the handlebars can
reduce your ability to control the scooter.
Always keep both hands on the handlebars while
riding the scooter.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
Center storage box
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To open the box:
Pull up the release lever 6 of the storage box cover 5.
To close and secure the box cover:
Push down on the box cover until it locks.
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Opening the center storage box lid while riding can
be hazardous. Removing a hand from the handlebars
can reduce your ability to control the scooter.
Always keep both hands on the handlebars while
riding the scooter.
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