Buccaneer Owner's Manual
Buccaneer Owner's Manual
Preface
Thank you for purchasing the SSR Buccaneer 250i fuel injected motorcycle, it will
bring you years of pleasurable riding in a safe to operate package.
Riding a motorcycle is one of the most exciting past times. For your safety, you
should read this owner’s manual carefully and follow these instructions before
you ride.
This manual introduces regular maintenance and service, please follow these
instructions, it will help you to keep your motorcycle in good running order and
functioning for years to come.
Our company never stops improving our quality and performance, this may lead
to color or structural changes not outlined in this manual. We apologize if this
brings you any inconvenience.
SSR Motorsports
Important Notice
1. Vehicle load capabilities
This motorcycle is designed for one driver and one passenger only.
2. Road conditions for driving
This motorcycle is only suitable for driving on roads.
3. Please read this manual carefully. Following the instructions outlined here will
make your motorcycle more durable and stable.
Please note the followings words:
Warning: Means if you DO NOT follow the instructions, it could lead to serious
damage for driver and passenger.
Caution: Means if you DO NOT follow the instructions, it may cause the person/s
to be injured or damage to the motorcycle.
Notice: Provides useful information
This user manual is propriety to this motorcycle. If this vehicle is sold to others,
you should pass this manual on to the new owner together with the vehicle.
Without our company permission, it is not allow to copy or translate any part of
this manual.
This vehicle uses motorcycle grade engine oil.
---The special lubrication oil for motorcycle.
Special Notice
Warning: This motorcycle must use the correct spec fuse, DO NOT use other spec fuses
or operate without a fuse. Incorrect fuses may cause damage to the vehicle or fire.
Fuse position: next to the battery.
Fuse spec: Main Fuse 15 Amp.
If you blow the main fuse, before you replace the fuse you should perform a simple check of
the vehicle for electrical shorts. If after replacing the fuse it blows again, send the vehicle to an
authorized SSR dealership for inspection.
Notice:
* When changing the battery for the first time be aware of the positive and negative terminals.
If you connect the battery to the wrong terminals check the main fuse immediately. Even if the
main fuse is not blown you should take your motorcycle to a SSR dealership for inspection. An
incorrect connection could lead to electrical system damage.
* Before replacing the fuse, turn off the ignition switch and remove the key.
* When replacing the fuse, use caution not to damage the bottom of the fuse, otherwise it may
cause failure or other electrical system damage.
Forbidden Modifications:
Please do not change the original parts position, otherwise it will seriously effect vehi-
cle performance and safety and may even cause the vehicle to operate improperly.
Modification examples are: electronic, emissions and/or fuel system, these changes
may also be illegal. Our company will not take any responsibility for any of these chang-
es made.
Table of Contents
Preface
Important Notice Shifting Gears...............................................11
Special Notice Riding Up Slopes..........................................11
Safety Information........................................................1 Using the Brakes and Stopping....................11
Safe Riding..................................................................1 Inspections and Maintenance....................................12
Riding Gear.................................................................1 Maintenance Schedule.................................12
Helmet..........................................................................1 Engine Oil Change........................................14
Riding in Rain..............................................................1 Spark Plug....................................................15
Motorcycle VIN Number...............................................2 Throttle Cable Adjustment............................15
Part Description...........................................................3 Clutch Adjustment.........................................15
Speedometer................................................................4 Idle Adjustment.............................................16
Parts Operation............................................................5 Throttle Body................................................16
Key.................................................................5 Drive Chain...................................................16
Ignition Switch.................................................5 Brakes...........................................................17
Left Handlebar Switch.....................................5 Tires..............................................................18
Right Handlebar Switch..................................6 Seat..............................................................19
Fuel Tank........................................................7 Air Filter Mainteance.....................................19
Shifter..............................................................7 Catalytic Converter.......................................20
Rear Brake Lever............................................8 Fuel Injection System...................................20
Side Stand......................................................8 Parts Lubrication...........................................20
Tool Kit............................................................8 Battery...........................................................21
Rear Shock Absorber......................................8 Fuse.............................................................22
Mirrors.............................................................8 Headlight.......................................................23
Gasoline and Engine Oil Information...........................9 Bulb Replacement........................................23
Engine Break-In...........................................................9 Vehicle Storage Information.......................................24
Pre-ride Inspection.....................................................10 Specifcation...............................................................25
Riding your Motorcycle...............................................11 Electrical Diagram......................................................26
Starting the Engine.......................................11
Starting..........................................................11
Safety information
Safety Regulations: Clothing:
1. Before riding check over your vehicle, in 1. For safety reasons, the rider must wear
case of accident or damage parts. a helmet, glasses and boots, gloves and a
2. The rider must posses a valid drivers riding jacket/pants. A passenger should also
license, and do not allow those without a wear the same gear listed above.
drivers license to operate. 2. While riding, the exhaust system will be
3. To avoid accidents with other drivers the hot, DO NOT touch the exhaust system while
rider should: riding or after riding until it has cooled com-
• Wear bright colored clothes. pletely.
• DO NOT ride close to other vehicles. 3. DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing while
4. Strictly obey traffic regulations, do not cut riding, it could become caught on the motor-
in and out of traffic rapidly. cycle leading to an accident.
5.Most accidents are caused by speeding,
Helmet:
you should follow the speed limit at all times.
It is extremely important to wear a good qual-
6. When making turns, use the turn signal
ity helmet and glasses/goggles if not a full
indicator.
face helmet.
7. Use caution when riding in parking lots,
the fast lane, and at intersections.
Riding in the rain:
8. DO NOT modify your motorcycle or re-
Take special caution when riding in the rain,
move parts, it may effect it’s function or void
the braking distances are two times longer
your warranty.
than dry riding.
9. DO NOT add accessories that will affect
riding your motorcycle, DO NOT overload
electronic parts.
Motorcycle VIN Number
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and the
engine number are used for registration of
your motorcycle. Please record your num-
bers for future use.
VIN Number:__________________________
Engine Number:_______________________
Parts Description
Warning:
• Left Switch Group
DO NOT turn off the key or remove it while riding,
(1) Clutch Lever
otherwise you could loose control of the vehicle.
When starting the engine
or shifting gears, please
“ “ logo......when the key is on “ “ grip clutch lever, it will
position, there is no power and you stop rear wheel spinning.
cannot start engine, the key can be (2) Horn Button
removed from the switch. When you press horn
“ “ logo......when the key is on “ “ button, the horn will sound.
position, it has electrical power and the (3) Hi / Low Beam Switch
engine can be started, the key cannot when the switch is in “ “ position, the high
be removed. beam is on, and the speedo high beam indi-
cator light will be on as well.
When the switch is in “ “ position, the low When the switch is in the “ “ position, the
beam is on. engine cannot be started.
(4) Turn Signal Switch Warning:
Press the left side turn signal “ “ the left Only use the Engine Kill Switch for emer-
side turn signal light will flash. Press right gency situations. Don’t use this switch to
side turn signal “ “ the right side turn shut off the engine as it could lead to dam-
signal light will flash. To turn off the turn sig- age to the catalytic converter.
nal, please press the switch in, in the middle
position. (2) Start Button
When you press this button, the engine will
Warning:
be start
When changing lanes or turning, always
(3) Throttle Grip
use the turn signal indicator. Shut off the
The throttle grip controls the speed of the en-
turn signal as soon as you have completed
gine. When you want to accelerate, turn the
your turn.
grip toward the rear of the motorcycle.
(5) Passing (4) Front Brake Lever
When you press this button the headlight When braking, please grip the right side lever
high beam will lluminate. Use this only for gradually.
passing or as a warning to other motorists.
Warning: Caution:
Please DO NOT overfill the fuel tank. See When the engine is in neutral, the neutral
the maximum fuel level image and DO indictor will light up. Please release the
NOT splash gasoline on the engine while clutch gradually to ensure that the trans-
hot, it is very dangerous. Open flame is mission is actually in neutral.
prohibited when filling the fuel tank. If the
tank is overfilled and the charcoal canister
is filled please contact your local dealer for
replacement. Gasoline contamination will
cause the charcoal canister to fail earlier.
• Rear Brake Pedal • Rear Shock Absorber
Press down on the rear This vehicles rear shock
brake pedal (as pictured). absorber includes a spring
When the brake pedal is and liquid dampening, the
operated, the taillight will shock absorber can be
turn on. adjusted according to
• Side Stand different road conditions.
The side stand is on the left side of To adjust, release the lock
the motorcycle, be sure to use the nut (1) and loosen/tighten the adjustable
stand when parking the vehicle. locking ring (2) up or turn down, this will
change the spring pressure.
Caution:
Don’t park your motorcycle on a slope, • Adjustable Mirrors
otherwise your motorcycle may fall over. Turn the mirror (2) and
the mirror rod (1) to
• Tool Kit adjust the angle of the
The tool kit (1) is under the seat. mirror.
The tool kit includes a screw
driver, screwdriver handle, and
a wrench.
Gasoline and Oil Information Engine Break-In
• Gasoline • Top Speed
Please use unleaded gasoline. Please use During the first 1,000 miles of operation, do
octane of #91 or above. not run the engine at high speed or accel-
erate too quickly. RPM’s should not exceed
Caution: 80% of the maximum RPM.
Use only unleaded gasoline as this will • Engine Speed Change
prolong the life of the spark plug. Speed should always be variable, it should
change frequently, it helps the engine parts
• Oil to break-in smoothly.
Please use SJ or above SJ grade engine oil. • Avoid Long Distances at Low Speeds
Use the viscosity chart below to determine To help prevent damage and to assist the
the best viscosity for your region. engine break-in period long distance travel
at low speeds should be avoided until the
engine is past the first 1,000 miles of use.
Warning:
Gasoline is extremely flammable, when
draining the fuel please keep away from
fire or sparks that could ignite the fuel.
Y/R
B/R B/P
O/W Y/R B/ Br
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B/R
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L/W
Lg/R
Gr/W Lg/R
B/ Br
G Br /R R R/W G G
L/Y
L/W R/W
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B/ Br
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G Br /R R R/W
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G/B G/B
L/R R/Y G/R
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