Motovox MVX70 Owner's Manual

4-Speed Automatic Off Road Dirt Bike

OWNERS MANUAL

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Attaching handlebars:

See page 7.

Important Information. Read thoroughly before driving the rst time.

This operators manual contains important safety information
and maintenance information. Read it carefully before using this
vehicle. Failure to follow the warnings contained in this operators
manual could result in INJURY or DEATH.

Keep this manual in a safe place. It is very important that this owners
manual be reviewed by any rider and it should remain with the
vehicle when transferred to a new owner.

All information, images and specications contained in this manual
are based on the latest product information available at the time
of publication. Due to improvements or production changes,
there could be discrepancies in this manual. Motovox reserves
the right to make product changes at any time, without notice
and without obligation to make the same or similar changes to
any vehicle previously built or sold.

Avoid operating this vehicle on paved surfaces including, but not
limited to highways, parking lots, sidewalks and driveways. Never
operate this or any designated o-road vehicle on a public street,
road or highway where it will be in violation of local trac laws
and restrictions.

No part of this owners manual may be reproduced or copied
without express written permission from Motovox.

© Motovox, Inc. 2011

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WARNING

The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT WARRANTY

INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

OPERATING CONTROLS

BEFORE RIDING

BASIC OPERATION AND RIDING TECHNIQUE

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Shifting Gears

Braking Technique

Parking & Post Ride Inspection

MAINTENANCE OF YOUR MVx70

Maintenance Schedule

Fuel & Engine Oil

Air & Fuel Filters

Throttle Free play Adjustment

Idle Speed Adjustment

Spark Plug

Clutch Adjustment

Brake Adjustment

Suspension Inspection

Wheels and Tires

Drive Chain

TROUBLESHOOTING

RESOLVING THE UNEXPECTED

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

REGISTER YOUR MVx70

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CONTENTS

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Please see page 41 for emissions control warranty

Motovox warrants to the rst buyer of the Product (“Buyer”) that on the date of purchase of the Product, as shown on Buyer’s
sales receipt (“Purchase Date”) from an approved retail partner, the Product shall be free from defects in material or workmanship
subject to and in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth herein. The duration of this Limited Warranty is ninety (90)
days from the Purchase Date (the “Warranty Period”). Motovox will correct, at its option, by repair or by furnishing replacement
parts, any parts determined in Motovox’s sole discretion to have a defect in material or workmanship of the Product reported to
Motovox during the Warranty Period, subject to the terms, conditions and limitations of this Limited Warranty. At its option,
Motovox may require the Buyer to return to Motovox, at its address set forth below, at Buyer’s expense, the part claimed to be
defective for Motovox’s inspection. Motovox’s sole obligation under this Limited Warranty is to repair and/or replace parts on the
Product. If Motovox determines that any claimed defect or problem reported by Buyer is not covered by this Limited Warranty,
Buyer shall pay Motovox its then existing charge for any repair or replacement made by Motovox.

TO QUALIFY FOR WARRANTY SERVICE:

1. You must present a copy of the sales receipt from an approved retail partner.

2. This product can not be used for rental or commercial use.

3. This product can not be used for competition.

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

• This Limited Warranty is non-transferable after the Product’s initial sale.

• No unapproved modications can be made to the Product, its performance or otherwise, in order for this Limited Warranty

to remain in eect.

• No reimbursement is provided for towing, loss of time, loss of use, inconvenience, incidental or consequential damages.

• This Limited Warranty covers only parts and labor due to manufacturer defect. Damage due to misuse or neglect, use other

than as specied in the Owner’s Manual, or use under abnormal conditions are is not covered by this Limited Warranty.

• MotoVox makes no warranty with respect to products or trade accessories not made by MotoVox, including, but not limited to,

engines, tires, wheels, batteries and transmissions, such products or trade accessories, such items being subject to the
manufacturer’s warranty, if any.

• This Limited Warranty does not cover minor surface blemishes, rips, tears, or other cosmetic damages due to normal use, or

other intentional or unintentional damage to the Product.

• This Limited Warranty will not cover any damage which results from the application of improper cleaners, solvents or chemicals

to the Product, or from smoke or soot, or from exposure to saltwater, sea breeze or salt.

• This Limited Warranty will not cover any damage which results from aging, such as fading of paint, deterioration of plated

surfaces, deterioration of rubber or plastics, or rusting.

• This Limited Warranty does not cover improper repair or misdiagnosis of problem.

OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES

As the vehicle owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance. You should maintain a record of
all maintenance performed your vehicle and retail all receipts covering maintenance on yoru vehicle. You may not be denied a
warranty claim solely because of your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance or lack of maintenance
records or receipts. As the vehicle owner, you should be aware that you may be denied your warranty coverage if your vehicle or
a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modications.

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Congratulations on choosing your Motovox MVX70 dirt bike.

Your Motovox dirt bike was designed as a recreational motorcycle
for o-road use only and by a single rider only. This motorcycle is
ideal for younger riders with basic experience.

Before riding, please take your time to get acquainted with your
dirt bike and how it works. To protect your investment we urge you
to keep it well maintained. In addition to regular maintenance it is
important to observe and perform all pre ride and periodic checks
outlined in this manual. In this manual you will nd helpful safety
information, instructions and helpful tips. To make it easier to use,
there is a table of contents at the beginning and an index at the end
of the manual.

As you read through this manual you will nd information that
is noted with a NOTICE symbol. This is to point out key bits of
information that will help you avoid damage to your dirt bike
and property around you. This manual covers basic maintenance
procedures as well. For problems with your dirt bike that are not
covered in this manual, please refer to an authorized Motovox
Service Center, which can be located at Motovox.com.

Read the warranty page carefully so that you understand your
rights and responsibilities.

Whenever you ride, tread lightly by staying on established trails
and in approved areas. Protect the environment and keep o-road
riding areas open for future use.

Please be sure to register your Motovox product and notify us of
any address changes so we may contact you in the future with any
important product information.

Enjoy your Motovox dirt bike!

Your personal safety and the safety of those around you is our
primary concern. Operating this dirt bike safely is an important
responsibility and should not be taken lightly.

Motovox has provided you with safe operating procedures and
warning labels on your dirt bike and in this manual. This
information will alert you to potential hazards that could harm
you or others.

It is understood that it is not practical or possible to warn you
about all possible hazards associated with o-road riding and
maintaining your dirt bike. You must always use your own best
judgement.

Safety information is presented in a variety of forms, including:

• Safety labels and tags on the dirt bike

• Safety messages proceeded by a safety symbol and one

of these three signal words: DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION.

Any of the above labels can indicate a danger where you or someone
around you can be KILLED or SERIOUSLY INJURED if the instructions
that it accompanies are not followed carefully.

• Safety Headings such as important safety reminders

and/or precautions.

• Safety Sections, such as Motorcycle Safety

• Instructions, such as Riding Techniques or Braking Techniques

This manual is lled with important safety information, please
read it carefully and be sure that you understand it.

INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

3SAFETY MESSAGES2

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A motorcycle can provide many years of service and pleasure,

provided
you take responsibility for safety, proper maintenance and understand the
challenges you may encounter while riding.

This motorcycle has been designed for younger riders. However, not all
young riders meet the physical and emotional needs for safe riding. Before
parents allow any children to ride this motorcycle, we strongly recommend
that they read this entire manual to be fully informed before making the
determination if their children are ready to ride. Listed below are some of
the most important safety measures one should take before and when
riding.

Never ride without a helmet. Helmets signicantly reduce the
number and severity of head injuries. An approved DOT motorcycle helmet
is the most important part of your safety gear. Choose one that ts properly
and is snug on your head. Motorcycle dealers can help in selecting a good
quality helmet with proper t.

Never carry a passenger. This dirt bike was designed for one
rider at a time only. There are no passenger foot pegs, foot rests, handles or
seat room for a passenger. Riding with a passenger can impair the driver’s
ability to operate the dirt bike which may result in serious injury or death.

Ride o-road only. This dirt bike has been designed and built
for o-road riding only. It is not equipped with a headlight, signals, brake
lights or horn which are all required for public road usage. The tires are not
designed for pavement and could become unstable. If you have to cross a
paved area or road, dismount and walk the bike across the pavement.

Ride within your limits. Never attempt to operate this dirt
bike in a manner that is beyond your skill level. It takes time to learn o­road riding skills. Learn to ride step-by-step. Start by riding on safe terrain
at slow speeds and gradually build your skills. Instruction from a more
experienced rider is strongly recommended.

Be alert for hazards. Any area you ride can present many
hazards. Always scan the terrain ahead of you continuously. Watch for
unexpected turns, drop-os, ditches, rocks, low-hanging limbs and other
riders. Always maintain a low enough speed to stop under control and
react to hazards.

Never drink alcohol and ride. Even one drink can impair your
ability to ride safely and each additional drink worsens your ability to do so.
Remember, it is illegal to operate a motorcycle while intoxicated, including
o-road motorcycles.

As a parent, your child’s safety is your rst priority. Riding a dirt bike is
very fun, but just like riding a bicycle, bad decisions can result in injury
or death. As a parent you can prevent accidents by making informed
decisions about if, when and how your child will ride. Always supervise
your child when he/she is riding.

Before you allow your child to ride you need to determine if he/she is
ready. Riding readiness can vary from one person to another. Age and
size are not the only factors that help to determine riding readiness.
There are three other factors that you should consider before deciding if
your child is ready to ride.

First, consider your child’s physical ability. A rider must be able to
hold the dirt bike up, get on and sit comfortably with both feet on the
ground. The rider must also be able to reach all of the controls on the
handlebars and work the brake lever.

Second, consider your child’s athletic ability. Your child should also be
good at riding a bicycle before riding a dirt bike, Determine if your child
is a good judge of speed and distance while riding a bicycle and that
they react with proper foot and hand actions. Any person who does not
have good coordination, balance and agility should not attempt to ride
this dirt bike.

Finally, determine your childs mental maturity. It is imperative that you
are honest with yourself when you answer the following questions: Does
your child think through problems and come to logical conclusions?
Does your child obey the rules when they ride their bicycle? If your child
makes bad judgements, takes unnecessary risks and ignores the rules,
they should not ride this dirt bike.

If you have determined that your child is ready to ride please remember
the following points:

• Never let your child ride without a helmet.

• Your child’s safety is your responsibility. Do not take it lightly.

• Never push you child to try things before they are ready.

• Always supervise your child when they are riding.

• Proper maintenance and upkeep of the dirt bike is key to safe riding.

Any modications or improper accessories added to the
dirt bike with parts that are not manufactured by Motovox can make it
unsafe. Motovox strongly recommends that you do not remove any of the
original equipment or make any modications that alter the design and/or
operation of the dirt bike.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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This page will show you where to nd safety labels on your dirt bike.
You will nd that some labels warn you of potential hazards. Others will
provide important safety and maintenance information. Please read
them carefully and do not remove them. If your label wears o or
becomes hard to read, contact Motovox for a replacement.

When you operate a dirt bike you need to be able to operate the throttle,
brakes and other controls without stopping to look at them. Please study
the image below carefully to become familiar with the function and the
location of each control.

Engine Kill Switch Front Brake Lever

Throttle

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION OPERATING CONTROLS

76 SAFETY MESSAGES

Your MVX70 dirt bike is shipped with the handlebars NOT
bolted on. To attach the handlebars follow these steps:

1. After unpacking your dirt bike, stand it on the kick stand on a level surface.

2. Locate the handlebar mounting bolts at the
bottom of the handlebar assembly.

3. Remove the locking nuts and washers from the
handlebar mounting bolts and set aside.

3. Insert bolts into holes in upper triple clamp.

4. From underneath, put washers and locking
nuts onto bolts (pictured at right).

5. Tighten securely.

ATTACHING THE HANDLEBARS

Mounting bolts and lock nuts.

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MAJOR COMPONENT LOCATION BEFORE STARTING

FUEL VALVE

CHOKE LEVER

ENGINE KILL SWITCH

IGNITION KEY SWITCH

The two-way fuel valve is used to control the ow of
fuel to the engine. The valve is located on the left side
under the fuel tank. Turing the lever to the ON position
allows fuel to ow to the carburetor and turning it to
the OFF position stops the ow. Always keep the fuel
valve in the OFF position when not using the dirt bike.

Before starting your MVx70, be sure these four components are in the RUN position:

1. Fuel Valve 2. Choke Lever 3. Engine Kill Switch 4. Ignition Key Switch

The location and operating information for each of these controls is shown below:

The choke lever is used to start the engine when it is
cold and is located on the left side of the carburetor. It
is used to restrict the amount of air in the fuel mixture
to start easier and warm up. Flip the lever up to the
FULL position to start, and then as the engine warms
up move the lever down to the OFF position.

The engine kill switch is located next to the left hand
grip on the handlebars. The kill switch must be in the
START/RUN position for the engine to start. To stop the
engine, ip the button down to the STOP position.

The Ignition Key Switch is used to start the engine
and is located on the left side of the dirt bike, under
the fuel tank. Before attempting to start the engine,
be sure the key is in the START/RUN position which is
indicated by a red dot. When nished riding switch the
key to the OFF position, indicated by a blue dot.

OPERATING CONTROLS OPERATING CONTROLS

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Kick Starter

Spark Plug

Rear Brake Pedal

Oil Fill & Dipstick

Fuel Valve

Key Ignition Switch

Fuel Cap & Vent

Air Filter Gear Shifter

Kick Stand

Drive Chain

Choke Lever

Fuel Valve

Choke Lever

Engine Kill Switch

Ignition Key Switch

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FRONT BRAKE LEVER

KICKSTARTER

THROTTLE

AIR FILTER

SHIFT LEVER

SPARK PLUG

REAR BRAKE PEDAL

Kick Stand

The Front Brake Lever is used to apply braking to the
front wheel. When you pull the lever back, braking
power is applied to the front wheel. The harder it
is pulled, the more braking power is applied to the
wheel. To release the front brake, release the front
brake lever.

The kickstarter is used to start the engine and is
located on the right side of the engine behind the
right foot peg. To use the kickstarter ip it outward
from its stored position, hold the bike rmly while
straddling the bike. Place your right foot on the
kickstarter and push down quickly. The kickstarter
will return to its stored position when released.

When operating your MVx70 there are several key operating controls that allow you
to operate your dirt bike. Their location and operation information is shown below.

1. Front Brake Lever 2. Throttle 3. Shift Lever 4. Rear Brake Pedal

When operating your MVx70 there are several key operating controls and components
that allow you to operate your dirt bike and perform routine maintenance.
Their location and operation information is shown below.

1. Kick Starter 2. Air Filter 3. Spark Plug 4. Kick Stand

The Throttle controls the speed of the engine and is
located in the right grip on the handlebars. To increase
the engine speed, twist the throttle grip toward you,
or downward. To decrease the engine speed, twist
the grip away from you, or upward. The throttle grip is
spring loaded so it will return to the lowest position as
you release it.

The air lter is used to keep dirt and debris out of the
carburetor air supply. Examine the air lter before each
ride to be sure that it is not clogged with dirt and dust
to keep your dirt bike running well. The air lter can be
removed and tapped gently on a hard surface to clean
out most of the dust. Replace the air lter periodically.

The Shift Lever is used to change the gears and is
located ahead of the left foot peg. To select the next
higher gear, pull up until it clicks. To select the next
lower one, push down until it clicks. The MVx70 is
equipped with four gears and does not use a clutch.
Let o on the throttle when shifting.

The spark plug is used to provide spark to the engine
to make it run. You should never touch the spark plug
when the engine is running as you could be shocked.
The spark plug will become worn or plugged after
many hours of operation. Refer to the servicing section
of this manual for cleaning/replacing instructions.

The Rear Brake Pedal is used to apply braking to the
rear wheel and is located ahead of the right foot peg.
When you push the pedal down, braking power is
applied to the rear wheel. The harder it is pushed, the
more braking power is applied to the wheel. To release
the rear brake, release the rear brake pedal.

The Kickstand is used to support the dirt bike when
it is parked and is located on the left side of the bike
below the left foot peg. To operate it, use your foot to
swing the kickstand to its downward position and lean
the bike onto it. Be sure to raise the kickstand up when
riding or serious injury can result.

OPERATING CONTROLS OPERATING CONTROLS

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Front Brake Lever

Kickstarter

Throttle

Air Filter

Shift Lever

Spark Plug

Rear
Brake Pedal

Kickstand

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PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST

PRE-RIDE INSPECTION

Before you ride you must be certain that you and your dirt bike are ready to ride.
Below is your pre-ride checklist. Be sure to review all the topics and determine your
readiness to ride.

Before you ride you must be certain that you and your dirt bike are ready to ride.
Below is your pre-ride checklist. Be sure to review all the topics and determine your
readiness to ride.

1. Have you completely read and do you thoroughly understand this

owners manual?

2. Have you found all the safety messages on your dirt bike and do

you understand them?

3. Do you understand the location of, and how all the operating

controls on your dirt bike work?

4. Are you in good mental and physical condition?

5. Are you drug and alcohol free?

6. Are you wearing a DOT-approved helmet that ts properly?

7. Are you wearing eye protection?

8. Are you wearing sturdy shoes and protective clothing?

Additional suggested protective clothing.

1. Gloves to protect your hands.

2. Sturdy riding boots that support your ankles.

3. Riding pants with knee and hip pads.

4. Riding jersey with elbow pads and chest/shoulder protection.

As a reminder:

Never ride without a helmet. Helmets signicantly reduce the
number and severity of head injuries. An approved DOT motorcycle helmet
is the most important part of your safety gear. Choose one that ts properly
and is snug on your head. Motorcycle dealers can help in selecting a good
quality helmet with proper t.

1. Check tire pressure with a tire gauge. Recommended tire pressure is

32psi for the front tire and 36psi for the rear.

2. Check spokes and rims to make sure spokes are tight and rims are

not bent or damaged.

3. Inspect the engine for oil or fuel leaks.

4. Check engine oil level and add if needed.

5. Check the level of fuel in the gas tank.

6. Check the drive chain to see if it needs to be lubed or tightened.

7. Check the brakes to be sure they are working properly.

8. Look over the entire bike for loose nuts and bolts.

9. Check the throttle to be sure it rotates freely and returns to the

low position on its own when released.

10. Be sure that the handlebars turn freely.

Failure to properly maintain your dirt bike can lead to a crash
in which you can be seriously injured or killed. Always perform a pre-ride
inspection on your dirt bike and keep it in good condition to get the most
out of your Motovox dirt bike.

BEFORE RIDING BEFORE RIDING

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