Segment:
Performance Scooter (European market focus)
Competitors:
Competed against other 50cc performance scooters from brands like Aprilia (SR50), Gilera (Runner 50), MBK/Yamaha (Nitro/Aerox), Piaggio (Zip SP).
Unique Selling Points:
Sporty styling, often featuring a liquid-cooled engine variant for higher performance, capable chassis, and a strong aftermarket tuning potential, making it popular among younger riders and enthusiasts.
Benefit To Owner:
Empowers owners with the knowledge to perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs, saving on labor costs and ensuring the scooter remains in optimal condition. Crucial for owners looking to tune or customize their F12 Phantom.
Systems Covered:
Engine (including carburation, ignition, lubrication, cooling), Transmission (CVT, gearbox), Chassis, Suspension (front fork, rear shock), Brakes (front disc, rear drum/disc depending on variant), Electrical System (lighting, starting, charging), Fuel System, Exhaust System, Bodywork, Frame, Wheels and Tires, Controls, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Estimated Page Count:
Estimated 300-500+ pages (typical for a comprehensive factory service manual)
Type:
Official Factory Service / Repair / Workshop Manual
Language:
Likely English (based on product description, common for international markets)
Format:
PDF Digital Download
Engine Mechanical:
Cylinder head, cylinder block, pistons, rings, connecting rods, crankshaft, bearings, oil pump, lubrication system, cooling system (air/liquid cooled depending on variant).
Fuel System:
Carburetor (Dell'Orto, Keihin, etc.), intake manifold, fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel lines, fuel tank, air filter assembly.
Ignition System:
Ignition coil, CDI unit, spark plug, wiring, timing.
Transmission Drivetrain:
Automatic Transmission (CVT - Continuously Variable Transmission), variator, clutch, drive belt, reduction gears, gearbox oil.
Chassis Suspension:
Front fork (telescopic), rear shock absorber, swingarm, bearings, bushings.
Brakes:
Front disc brake system (caliper, master cylinder, brake fluid, lines, rotor), Rear brake system (drum or disc depending on model), brake pads/shoes, levers, cables.
Electrical System:
Lighting (headlight, taillight, turn signals), starter motor, battery, charging system (stator, regulator/rectifier), horn, switches, wiring diagrams.
Bodywork Frame:
Frame construction, body panels, fairings, seat, storage compartment, handlebars, controls, trim pieces.
Wheels Tires:
Wheel types, tire sizes, pressures, bearing maintenance, valve stems.
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance checks, oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug replacement, brake fluid changes, coolant flushes (if liquid-cooled), drive belt inspection/replacement, CVT roller inspection, tire rotation/replacement.
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides for common problems, symptom-based diagnostics, electrical system testing, engine performance diagnostics, carburation tuning.
Repair Overhaul:
Engine disassembly and reassembly, carburetor overhaul, transmission component replacement, brake caliper/master cylinder repair, fork seal replacement, electrical component repair/replacement.
Technical Data:
Torque specifications for all fasteners, engine specifications (compression ratio, clearances), valve clearances, timing marks, fluid capacities, electrical specifications (resistance, voltage).
Depth:
Comprehensive. Covers basic maintenance to full engine and component rebuilds, including detailed diagnostic procedures and schematics.
Engine Type:
2-stroke, single-cylinder, often liquid-cooled (though air-cooled variants exist).
Displacement:
Typically 49cc (but some variants might exist with larger displacement kits or regional variations).
Horsepower Stock:
Approximately 5-7 HP (stock, varies by specific model year and cooling type).
Torque Stock:
Low but adequate for its class.
Carburetor Type:
Dell'Orto PHBN 12/17.5mm or similar Japanese equivalent.
Ignition Type:
Electronic CDI
Cooling Method:
Liquid Cooling (common for performance variants) or Forced Air Cooling.
Oil Change:
Every 3,000 - 5,000 km or annually. Check manual for specific recommendation. (Engine oil for 4-stroke variants, gearbox oil for 2-strokes).
Air Filter:
Clean or replace every 5,000 - 7,000 km, inspect more frequently.
Drive Belt:
Inspect every 5,000 km, replace generally between 10,000 - 20,000 km depending on wear.
Spark Plug:
Replace every 6,000 - 10,000 km (recommendation varies by plug type).
Engine Oil 2 Stroke:
High-quality 2-stroke oil, specifically formulated for air or liquid-cooled engines (e.g., Castrol Power 1 TTS, Motul 710 2T).
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 brake fluid (refer to manual for exact specification).
Coolant Liquid Cooled:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze coolant, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water (refer to manual for specific type).
Common Problems:
Wear on CVT components (variator, clutch, belt), carburetor jetting issues leading to poor running, electrical connector corrosion, exhaust leaks, occasional water pump seal failure (on liquid-cooled models).