User manual GAS GAS ENDUCROSS EC 2007

[. . . ] enducross EC'07 MANUAL DEL USUARIO USER MANUAL MANUEL D'ENTRETIEN LIBRETTO D´USO BETRIEBSANLEITUNG enducross EC´07 USER MANUAL ENGLISH Foreword GAS GAS thanks you for the trust you have placed in us. By choosing the new GAS GAS EC / MC / SM 2007 you have become part of the great GAS GAS family and, as a user of the number one manufacturer of off-road motorbikes, you deserve the distinguished treatment that we wish to offer to you both in our after-sale relationship and in the explanations that we provide in this manual. Our EC / MC / SM 2007 is a motorcycle conceived for the practice of high-competition. It is actually the fruit of many years of competition and experimentation in this demanding discipline, as well as the many great successes achieved thanks to great trial riders who have contributed with their expertise to the basic data that have allowed us to create motorcycles of the highest level, GAS GAS unique motorcycles which count on important key factors: reliability, high features and a good stability. [. . . ] Rear shock absorber spring replacement Harder and softer springs are available. If the standard spring is not adequate for your purpose, select a proper one according to the rider´s weight and the road conditions. NOTE Refer to the suspension adjustments on page 47. -37- WARNING Improper installation of the rear shock absorber spring may cause the spring and any of its related parts to be ejected at high velocity. The installation of these parts should be performed by an authorized dealer. - Adjust the tire pressure to match road conditions and rider's preference, but do not stray too far from the recommended pressure. NOTE Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold before riding. Road conditions - When the road is wet, muddy, sandy or slippery, reduce the tire pressure. Spokes and wheel rims The spokes on both wheels must be tightened evenly and should not be allowed to have free play. Unevenly tightened or loose spokes will cause wheel rim runout, the other spokes will be stressed and might break. Wheel rim runout Place a dial indicator at the rim side, and spin the wheel by hand to measure the axial runout. Place the dial indicator at the inner circumference of the wheel and spin the wheel, the difference between the highest and lowest quantities is the runout. If the runout is not excesive it can be corrected tightening or loosening some spokes with the spoke adjusting wrench (B). Spoke adjusting wrench. -38- CLEANING 1- Preparation for washing Before washing the motorcycle, precautions must be taken to prevent water from entering the following parts of the motorcycle. Clutch and brake levers, hand grips, and engine stop button: Cover these parts with plastic bags. Air cleaner intake: Cover the opening with tape or with a rag. CAUTION To avoid excessive ageing of the plastic parts and other washable pieces of the motorcycle, it is suggested that these items must be washed carefully. If the washer applies water at high pressure and/or temperature, take the precaution of maintaining the washer outlet gun at a distance of 30 centimeters minimum, this will ensure the correct gloss of the plastics and maintain adherence of the selfadhesive labels that decorate the motorcycle. 3- After washing - Remove the plastic bags, and clean the air cleaner intake. Clean the disc with trichloroethylene or acetone. 2- Where to be careful Avoid spraying water with any great force near the following areas: - Brake calipers and brake pump piston. - Swingarm bearings. -39- BOLTS AND NUTS TIGHTENING Every day before riding, check the tighteness of the bolts and nuts described here. Also check that all other fasteners are in place and in good condition. 1 2 3, 4 5, 6, 7 8 9 1 19 20 21 22 23, 24, 25 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 26 27 28, 29 30, 31, 32 33 123456789- Front and rear wheel. 33- Front brake hose fastening screw. Torque Values Table Tighten all bolts and nuts to the proper torque using an adequate wrench. A bolt or nut loose might damage the motorcycle or even cause an accident. PART NAME Nm PART NAME Nm F R A M E Brake caliper mounting bolt Disc mounting screw Engine mounting bolt Front axle bolt Front brake hose mounting bolt Suspension clamp bolt Steering nut Rear axle nut Rear brake pedal bolt Subframe bracket bolt Rear shock absorber bolt Rear drive plate nut Spokes Steering stem nut Torque rod bolt Rear linkage bolt 25 10 36 51 6 29 98 98 9 26 39 29 1. 5 4 81 81 E N G I N E Cylinder head screws Cylinder nut Engine drain plug Kick-start pedal bolt Kick-start pedal nut Gearshift pedal bolt Spark plug Water pump cover drain plug Crankcase screws Starter pedal plate screw Ignition motor stator screws Ignition motor coil nut Selector spring fixing screw Primary nut Clutch spring screws Valve control support screws Valve control nuts Reed valve screws Thermostat housing screws Clutch housing screws Valve housing screws Ignition housing screws 25 25 20 20 25 15 27 9 10 8 8 40 15 40 10 10 8 10 10 10 8 10 -41- LUBRICATION Lubricate the points shown here, apply either engine oil or grease, periodically or whenever the vehicle has been operated under wet or rainy conditions, and especially after using high water pressure. Before lubricating each part, remove any rusty spots with rust remover and wipe off any grease, oil, or dirt. [. . . ] During the first six months subsequent to the delivery of the repaired vehicle, the seller will be responsible for any unwarranted faults arising out of the repair. Any defects detected in the product must be brought to the attention of a GG authorised dealer within the Warranty Period. If the last day of this period is a Sunday or an official holiday, the Warranty period will be extended such that the last day of the period covered will be the first working day after the Sunday or official holiday. Those claims under Warranty for defects not brought to the attention of a GG authorised dealer before the end of the Warranty Period will be excluded. -67- Obligation of the purchaser GG will have the right to reject any claims under Warranty in the event that: a) The purchaser has failed to submit the vehicle to any of the inspections and/or maintenance work required in the Users' Manual, or has exceeded the date set for such inspections or maintenance work. [. . . ]