Summary of Contents for Schwinn Motor Scooters Sport 50SP06BK
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• This scooter is designed to hold only the driver. NEVER carry a passenger on the scooter. • THIS SCOOTER HAS A 4-STROKE ENGINE AND REQUIRES UNLEADED 90 OCTANE OR HIGHER GASOLINE, WITHOUT METHANOL ADDITIVES. Gas-powered Scooter Model 50SP06BK and 50SP06RD www.schwinnscooters.com ™...
Width** ...26.8 in (680 mm) Height** ...44.9 in (1140 mm) Dry Weight ...198 lb (90 kg) * Estimate for 180 lb load on level ground ** Not including mirrors All specifications are subject to change without notice. 50SP06BK 50SP06RD VIN number _______________________________________...
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Safety Precautions, WARNING SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. • DO NOT attempt to ride the scooter until you have read and understood the purpose and operation of all the controls described in this manual.
Safety Precautions, WEAR A DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET • Most serious motorcycle injuries and fatalities are due to head injuries. ALWAYS wear a Department of Transportation (DOT) approved motorcycle helmet when riding the scooter. Look for labels from the Safety Helmet Council of America, the American National Standard Institute (ANSI) or the Snell Memorial Foundation.
Features Headlight Seat Lock (left side) Storage Compartment (under seat) Spark Plug Access Panel Muffler Battery/Fuse Compartment Engine Oil Cap and Dipstick Engine Oil Drain Plug Center Stand Rear View Mirror High Beam Low Beam Rear Brake Lever Horn Button Turn Signal Switch Seat...
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Features, continued Instrumentation Left Turn Signal Key and Ignition Switch VIN Badge VIN Access Plate Left Turn Signal Air Filter Housing Kickstarter Speedometer Fuel Gauge Odometer INSTRUMENTATION Brake Master Cylinder Right Turn Signal Luggage Rack Tail Light Right Turn Signal License Plate Bracket Transmission Oil Cap Transmission Drain Plug...
Description of Features KEY, IGNITION SWITCH, STEERING LOCK AND SEAT LOCK • Your scooter comes with two keys. Keep the spare key in a safe place in case one key is lost. The key can be duplicated if necessary. DO NOT use anything other than the Schwinn Campus key in the ignition. •...
Description of Features, CELL PHONE INDICATOR • When you recieve an incoming call on your cell phone, the cell phone indicator light will flash. WARNING • NEVER use your cell phone while driving the scooter. • ALWAYS pull off the road to a designated parking area to use your cell phone. THROTTLE (RIGHT HANDLEBAR GRIP) •...
Before Every Ride For your safety and to keep the scooter in good working order, ALWAYS perform the following checklist before every ride. If you find any damaged or worn parts, DO NOT use the scooter. Contact your dealer for repairs. CHECK THE FUEL LEVEL •...
Starting the Scooter, AUTOMATIC CHOKE NOTE: Your new scooter is equipped with an Automatic Choke. There is no manual choke and no need to apply the throttle while starting. KICK START • For the first 100 miles (160 kilometers) it is recommended that you kick start the scooter, or use the kick starter to “prime”...
Breaking In the Scooter • For the first 100 miles (160 kilometers) it is recommended that you kick start the scooter, or use the kick starter to “prime” the engine (force fuel into the carburetor) prior to using the electric starter. This preserves battery life and reduces wear to the electric starter during the break-in period.
Routine Care and Maintenance WARNING • When performing routine maintenance on the scooter, NEVER start or run the engine in an enclosed area, even if the doors and/or windows are open. ALWAYS start and operate the scooter outdoors. • Allow the engine, muffler and other hot parts to cool before touching. •...
Routine Care and Maintenance, REAR DRUM BRAKE ADJUSTMENT • Test the rear brake lever free play. Apply light pressure to the left brake lever until you feel the brake engage. There should be very little free play between the “at rest” position of the brake lever and the applied position of the brake lever.
Routine Care and Maintenance, CAUTION • Always allow the engine to cool before performing any routine maintenance. When hot, scooter parts can cause severe burns. ADDING ENGINE OIL • Oil should be checked every 300 miles (480 kilometers). • Stop on smooth, level ground, turn the ignition OFF •...
Routine Care and Maintenance, BATTERY MAINTENANCE • The battery is sealed and does not require electrolyte replacement. • To help preserve the life of the battery, use the kick starter method to start your scooter for short trips (see page 9). •...
Routine Care and Maintenance, REPLACING THE FUSE • If the electrical system is not working properly, a fuse may have blown. • Turn the ignition OFF • Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws from the battery door found in the floor board.
Routine Care and Maintenance, CLEANING Keep your scooter clean so it will look good and perform well. Before washing, remove the contents of the storage compartment. WARNING • DO NOT allow water to come in contact with the ignition, battery, fuse compartment or other electrical parts. •...
Professional Maintenance Schedule Contact your dealer for all inspections, repairs and major routine maintenance of the follwing items at the recommended intervals. Failure to follow the maintenance schedule voids all warranties. Initial 200 miles Item (320 km) Fuel Line Fuel Filter Valve Gap Oil Filter Screen Cap Cooling Fan...
The owner may bring a claim under the emissions performance warranty through an authorized Schwinn Motor Scooters dealer. The owner of the scooter may obtain further information concerning the emission performance warranty or may report violations of the terms of the emission performance warranty by contacting the Director, Field Operations and Support Division (6406J), Environmental Protection Agency, 405 “M”...
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