Target Audience:
Entry-level youth riders, typically ages 12 and up, plus parents performing maintenance
Secondary Audience:
Small-engine repair shops and dealers servicing youth ATVs
Class Competitors:
Yamaha Raptor 90, Polaris Outlaw 90, Honda TRX90X
Arctic Cat Advantage:
Youth-specific ergonomics with parent-adjustable throttle limiter and lightweight chassis for easier handling
Engine:
89cc two-stroke single with oil injection
Transmission:
Automatic CVT with forward, neutral, reverse
Controls:
Parent-adjustable speed limiter, electric start with kick backup
Coverage Areas:
Complete service and repair procedures for all 2012 Arctic Cat 90 ATV systems
Manual Type:
Factory-style workshop service repair manual
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Navigation:
Bookmarked and searchable PDF for fast lookup of procedures and specifications
Compatibility:
Opens on any PC, tablet, or phone with a PDF reader; printable pages for shop use
Engine:
Two-stroke top-end and bottom-end disassembly, inspection, and rebuild
Fuel and Oil Injection:
Carburetor service, oil pump, fuel tank, and lines
Cooling:
Air-cooling shrouds and fin cleaning procedures
Electrical System:
Ignition (CDI), charging, starting, lighting, and wiring diagrams
Transmission and CVT:
Automatic CVT belt, clutch, and reduction gear service
Final Drive:
Drive chain and sprocket inspection, adjustment, replacement
Suspension:
Front A-arm and rear swingarm service, shock inspection
Brakes:
Hydraulic disc front, rear drum brake service and pad replacement
Wheels and Tires:
Wheel removal, tire service, torque specs
Steering:
Handlebar and steering components
Frame and Body:
Frame inspection, plastics, footwells, racks
Throttle Limiter:
Parent-adjustable speed limiter setup
Routine Maintenance:
Fluids, filters, chain, brake checks, periodic service charts
Troubleshooting:
Symptom-based diagnostic charts for no-start, poor running, electrical faults
Disassembly and Assembly:
Step-by-step teardown and reassembly with torque specifications
Measurements:
Wear limits, clearances, and adjustment values
Special Tools:
Required tool lists per procedure
Technical Depth and Parts
Technical Depth:
Complete workshop level, written for professional technicians
Wiring Diagrams:
Full electrical schematics included
Parts Information:
Exploded views, part references, and torque specs for reassembly
Format:
PDF, instant download, digital
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine Type:
89cc two-stroke single cylinder, air-cooled
Bore and Stroke:
Approximately 50 mm bore x 45 mm stroke
Lubrication:
Oil injection system
Starting System:
Electric start with auxiliary kick starter
Carburetor:
Mikuni carburetor
Output:
Youth-limited power output with adjustable throttle limiter
Top Speed:
Limited by factory speed restrictor for youth use
Fuel Type:
Premium unleaded gasoline with oil injection
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 1.5 gallons (5.7 L)
Fuel Delivery:
Carbureted
Exact Figures:
N/A - consult the manual PDF for exact factory specification tables
Standard Transmission:
Automatic CVT (continuously variable transmission)
Gear Range:
Forward, neutral, reverse
Final Drive:
Chain drive to rear axle
Clutch:
Centrifugal CVT clutch
Drive Belt:
Replaceable CVT drive belt with inspection procedure in manual
Speed Limiter:
Parent-adjustable throttle limiter to control top speed
Wheelbase:
Approximately 38 inches (965 mm)
Overall Length:
Approximately 60 inches (1,524 mm)
Seat Height:
Low youth-appropriate seat height for rider reach to ground
Curb Weight:
Approximately 260 lb (118 kg)
Precise Figures:
N/A - exact factory dimension tables are in the manual PDF
Speed Limiter:
Parent-adjustable throttle limiter restricting maximum speed
Brakes:
Front hydraulic disc brakes with rear drum brake
Kill Switch:
Engine kill switch and keyed ignition
Foot Protection:
Running boards / footwells to keep feet clear of wheels
Guards:
Chain guard and exhaust heat shielding
Flag Mount:
Safety flag mount for visibility
Training:
Youth ATV warning labels and owner safety information included
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - youth ATVs are not crash tested; CPSC youth ATV age guidance applies instead
Audio System:
N/A - youth ATV, no audio system fitted
Electric Start:
Push-button electric starting with kick starter backup
Lighting:
Headlight and taillight
Speed Control:
Parent-adjustable throttle limiter
Instrumentation:
Basic indicator lights / minimal gauge package
Break-In Service:
Initial inspection and fastener check after first hours of operation
Periodic Service:
Regular intervals for chain, brakes, carburetor, and oil injection checks; full charts in manual
Pre-Ride Checks:
Tires, chain, brakes, throttle, and kill switch before each use
Two-Stroke Oil:
Use oil meeting Arctic Cat injection system specification via oil injection tank
Gear Oil:
Transmission/final gear oil changed per interval schedule
Common Wear Items:
CVT drive belt, brake pads, drive chain and sprockets, spark plug, carburetor cleaning
Known Issues:
Carburetor gumming from storage and drive belt wear are the most common service items
Manufacturer:
Arctic Cat, founded 1960 by Edgar Hetteen in Thief River Falls, Minnesota
Background:
Originally snowmobile maker, expanded into ATVs in 1996
Youth Line:
Arctic Cat developed a youth ATV line with 50cc and 90cc models built for entry-level riders
2012 Model:
The 2012 90 continued the two-stroke youth platform with CVT automatic and adjustable speed limiter
Production Location:
Arctic Cat products of this era were produced in the USA and Mexico facilities
Note:
N/A - exact assembly plant for this model not specified in available information