BOMBARDIER DS50 Specifications

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SAFETYINFORMATION______________________9

3) CONDITIONS TO HAVE WARRANTY COVERAGEThis warranty coverage is available only on 2005 Bombardier ATVs purchased asnew and unused by its first owner

• Damage resulting from accident, submersion, fire, theft, vandalism or any actof God;• Operation with fuels, oils or lubricants which are not suitabl

9) CONSUMER ASSISTANCEa) In the event of a controversy or a dispute in connection with this limitedwarranty, BRP suggests that you try to resolve the

BRP INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY:2005 BOMBARDIER†ATV1) SCOPE OF THE LIMITED WARRANTYBombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP)*, warrants its 2005

4) WHAT TO DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGEThe customer must notify a servicing Bombardier ATV distributor/dealer withintwo (2) days of the appearance o

7) LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITYTHIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY GIVEN AND ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF ANYAND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDINGWITHOU

9) CONSUMER ASSISTANCEa) In the event of a controversy or a dispute in connection with this limitedwarranty, BRP suggests that you try to resolve the

PRIVACY OBLIGATION/DISCLAIMERWe wish to inform you that your coor-dinates will be used for safety and war-ranty purposes. Sometimes, we alsouse the co

CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIPIf your address has changed or if you are the new owner of the ATV, be sure tonotify BRP by either:– mailing the card below

AFFIXPROPERPOSTAGEBOMBARDIERRECREATIONAL PRODUCTSWARRANTY DEPARTMENT75, J.A. BombardierSherbrooke, QCCanadaJ1L 1W3110_____________________

SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGESTHIS VEHICLE IS NOT A TOY ANDCAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE.This vehicle handles differently fromother vehicles including motorcyc

CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIPIf your address has changed or if you are the new owner of the ATV, be sure tonotify BRP by either:– mailing the card below

AFFIXPROPERPOSTAGEBOMBARDIERRECREATIONAL PRODUCTSWARRANTY DEPARTMENT75, J.A. BombardierSherbrooke, QCCanadaJ1L 1W3110_____________________

AT V MODEL No.VEHICLEIDENTIFICATION NUMBER (V.I.N.)ENGINEIDENTIFICATION NUMBER (E.I.N.)Owner:Purchase DateYEAR MONTH DAYWarranty Expiry DateYEAR MONT

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 Never operate on excessivelyrough, slippery or loose terrain un-til you have learned and practicedthe skills necessary to control thisvehicle on suc

 Never operate this vehicle in fastflowing water or in water deeperthan that specified in this Opera-tor's Guide. Remember that wetbrakes may ha

OPERATION WARNINGSWhile reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in seriou

WARNINGV00A19QPOTENTIAL HAZARDFailure to follow the age recommendations for this vehicle.WHAT CAN HAPPENUse by children of ATVs that are not recommen

WARNINGV00A02QPOTENTIAL HAZARDCarrying a passenger on this vehicle.WHAT CAN HAPPENGreatly reduces your ability to balance and control this vehicle.Co

WARNINGV00A03QPOTENTIAL HAZARDOperating this vehicle on paved surfaces.WHAT CAN HAPPENThe ATV's tires are designed for off-road use only, not fo

WARNINGV00A04QPOTENTIAL HAZARDOperating this vehicle on public streets, roads or highways.WHAT CAN HAPPENYou can collide with another vehicle.HOW TO

WARNINGV00A06QPOTENTIAL HAZARDRiding this vehicle without wearing an approved helmet, eye protectionand protective clothing.WHAT CAN HAPPENThe follow

This Operator’s Guide utilizes the following symbols to emphasize particular in-formation:The Safety Alert Symbol indicates a potential personal inju

WARNINGV00A07QPOTENTIAL HAZARDRiding this vehicle after consuming alcohol or drugs.WHAT CAN HAPPENCould seriously affect your judgment.Could cause yo

WARNINGV00A08QPOTENTIAL HAZARDOperating this vehicle at excessive speeds.WHAT CAN HAPPENIncreases your chances of losing control of the vehicle, whic

WARNINGV00A09QPOTENTIAL HAZARDAttempting wheelies, jumps and other stunts.WHAT CAN HAPPENIncreases the chance of an accident, including an overturn.H

WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDFailure to inspect the vehicle before operating.Failure to properly maintain the vehicle.WHAT CAN HAPPENIncreases the possibil

WARNINGV00A0BQPOTENTIAL HAZARDRemoving hands from handlebar or feet from the footrests during opera-tion.WHAT CAN HAPPENRemoving even one hand or foo

WARNINGV00A0CQPOTENTIAL HAZARDFailure to use extra care when operating this vehicle on unfamiliar terrain.WHAT CAN HAPPENYou can come upon hidden roc

WARNINGV00A0DQPOTENTIAL HAZARDFailure to use extra care when operating on excessively rough, slippery orloose terrain.WHAT CAN HAPPENCould cause loss

WARNINGV00A0EQPOTENTIAL HAZARDTurning improperly.WHAT CAN HAPPENVehicle could go out of control, causing a collision or overturn.HOW TO AVOID THE HAZ

WARNINGV00A0QQPOTENTIAL HAZARDOperating on excessively steep hills.WHAT CAN HAPPENThe vehicle can overturn more easily on extremely steep hills than

WARNINGV00A0FQPOTENTIAL HAZARDClimbing hills improperly.WHAT CAN HAPPENCould cause loss of control or cause vehicle to overturn.HOW TO AVOID THE HAZA

FOREWORDCongratulations on your purchase of anew Bombardier* recreational vehicle,category Y (youth model). It is backedby the BRP warranty and a netw

WARNINGV00A0GQPOTENTIAL HAZARDGoing down a hill improperly.WHAT CAN HAPPENCould cause loss of control or cause vehicle to overturn.HOW TO AVOID THE H

WARNINGV00A0HQPOTENTIAL HAZARDImproperly crossing hills or turning on hills.WHAT CAN HAPPENCould cause loss of control or cause vehicle to overturn.H

WARNINGV00A0IQPOTENTIAL HAZARDStalling, rolling backwards or improperly dismounting while climbing ahill.WHAT CAN HAPPENCould result in vehicle overt

WARNINGV00A0JQPOTENTIAL HAZARDImproperly operating over obstacles.WHAT CAN HAPPENCould cause loss of control or a collision.Could cause the vehicle t

WARNINGV00A0KQPOTENTIAL HAZARDSkidding or sliding improperly.WHAT CAN HAPPENYou may lose control of this vehicle.You may also regain traction unexpec

WARNINGV00A0LQPOTENTIAL HAZARDOperating this vehicle through deep or fast flowing water.WHAT CAN HAPPENTires may float, causing loss of traction and

WARNINGV00A0OQPOTENTIAL HAZARDOperating this vehicle with improper tires, or with improper or uneven tirepressure.WHAT CAN HAPPENUse of improper tire

WARNINGV00A0NQPOTENTIAL HAZARDOperating this vehicle with improper modifications.WHAT CAN HAPPENImproper installation of accessories or modification

WARNINGV00A0PQPOTENTIAL HAZARDOverloading this vehicle or carrying or towing cargo improperly.WHAT CAN HAPPENCould cause changes in vehicle handling

WARNINGV03M01QPOTENTIAL HAZARDTransporting inflammable or dangerous material can lead to explosions.WHAT CAN HAPPENThis can cause serious injury or d

TABLE OF CONTENTSWhile reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious

SAFETY WARNINGTo fully appreciate the pleasures and excitement of riding this vehicle, there aresome basic rules and tips that you should follow. Some

Pre-operation CheckWARNINGThe pre-operation check is veryimportant prior to operating thevehicle. Always check the properoperation of critical contro

ClothingActual weather conditions should help you decide how to dress. However, itis important that the operator always wear the appropriate protectiv

Carrying LoadsThis vehicle is designed specifically to carry an operator only. Even with a longseat that provide unrestricted operator movements, it i

Design LimitationAlthough the vehicle is exceptionally rugged for its class, it is still a light vehicleby definition and its operation must be restri

It is also wise to know the terrain condition on the other side of the hill or bank. Alltoo often there exists a sharp drop-off that is impossible to

V00A0ULEven though there is an adequate suspensions system on this vehicle there are“washboard” or rough terrain conditions that will make you feel un

V00A0VLWater will affect the braking ability of your vehicle. Make sure you dry the brakesby applying them several times after the vehicle leaves the

When riding in sand dunes it is advisable to equip the vehicle with an antennatype safety flag. This will help make your location more visible to othe

UphillKeep your body weight forward towards the top of the hill. Keep your feet onthe footpegs and shift into low gear then accelerate and when necess

7) Neutral Indicator Light... 628) Ignition Switch ...

DownhillKeep your body weight rearwards. Apply the brake gradually to prevent skidding.Do not “coast“ down the slope using solely engine compression o

Side hillingThis is one of the most risky types of riding since it may drastically change thebalance of the vehicle. It should be avoided wherever pos

Routine MaintenanceOnce your ride completed, it is wise to remove any build up of snow, ice, mud andgrime. Not only will this help you keep your vehic

LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELSThe following labels are on your vehicle and they should be considered perma-nent parts of the vehicle. If missing or

LABEL 1V01M01ZLABEL 2V01M07ZLABEL 3V05M02YDS50V05M03YDS90 ET DS90 4 STROKELABEL 4V05M04Y_____________________53

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HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR ATVThe main components of your vehi-cle (engine and frame) are identifiedby different serial numbers. It maysometimes become nece

CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENTNOTE: Some controls/instruments/equipment are optional.2-Stroke ModelsV05A0DL1345671123194121711 1514___________________

4-Stroke ModelsV05A0HL138254671911317 129154141513161058______________________

While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in-jury or death

Brake... 86Body/Frame ...

Using appropriate tools, adults can un-screw the speed limiter screw to ob-tain a maximum unrestricted speedsetting of 48 km/h (30 MPH).WARNINGAdults

V05K06Y11. Brake lever lockTo release mechanism: Squeezebrake lever. Lever lock should auto-matically return to its original position.Brake lever shou

7) Neutral Indicator Light4-Stroke ModelsLocated at center of cluster.When lit, it indicates the transmissionis in neutral position.V06A0IY11. Neutral

V06C0LYCHOKE LEVER IN THE FULL CHOKEPOSITIONThe other positions between OFF andFULL position, will be use dependingon the temperature.10) Fuel Tank Ca

V05A0JY11. Align this pointer toward the desired positionAll ModelsOFFStops fuel supply to carburetor.CAUTION: Turn valve to OFF posi-tion when ATV is

V05A0KY11. Seat release knobSeat RemovalPull latch while gently lifting rear ofseat. Pull seat rearward then removeit.Seat InstallationInsert front ta

16) Kick Start Pedal2-Stroke ModelsLocated on left side of vehicle.To start engine, gently press pedaldown until engagement is felt, thenkick down wit

LIQUIDSWhile reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in-jury o

Oil Viscosity4-Stroke ModelsSAE 10W40 or SAE 40 is recom-mended.Oil Level2-Stroke ModelsRemove seat and check the levelthrough the oil tank. Refill if

To add oil, remove dipstick. Place afunnel into the dipstick hole to avoidspillage.Add a small amount of oil and recheckoil level.Repeat until oil lev

NOTICEThis Operator's Guide has been pre-pared to acquaint the owner/operatorof a new vehicle with the various ve-hicle controls, maintenance and

BREAK-IN PERIODEngine4-Stroke ModelsA break-in period of 10 operating hoursis required before running the vehicleat sustained full throttle.CAUTION: N

PRE-OPERATION CHECKWARNINGThe pre-operation check is veryimportant prior to operating thevehicle. Always check the properoperation of critical contro

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSGeneral4-Stroke ModelsThis vehicle has four-forward gears.Transmission must be on NEUTRAL toallow engine starting.All ModelsInse

V06C0KYOFF POSITIONWarm Engine StartingStart the engine as explained abovebut without any choke. If the enginewill not start after two 5-second at-tem

SPECIAL PROCEDURESFlooded EngineWhen the engine does not start afterseveral attempts, the engine may befuel flooded. Proceed as follows.Turn ignition

See an authorized Bombardier ATVdealer for proper procedures.When using your ATV after storage, apreparation is required. See an autho-rized Bombardie

TRANSPORTATIONWhile reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in

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MAINTENANCE CHARTThe maintenance is very important, if you are not familiar with safe service prac-tices and adjustment procedures, see your authorize

4–Stroke ModelsI: Inspect, verify, clean, adjust, lubricate orreplace if necessaryEVERYA: AdjustC: CleanL: LubricateR: ReplaceInitial in-spection10 h

WARNINGAn ATV is not a toy.• Children differ in skills, physicalabilities and judgement. Somechildren may not be able to oper-ate an ATV safely.• Par

MAINTENANCEWhile reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in-ju

Stop engine. Wait a while to allow oilto flow down to crankcase then checkoil level. Refill as necessary.Dispose of oil as per your local envi-ronment

V05C1IY– bolts (one on each side of air filterbox cover)V05C1JY– central nutV05C1KY– airfiltercover– air filter element.InstallationWhen installing th

V05C1DYHAND PRESS FILTER INTO AN OVAL SHAPEV05C1EYPLACE OVAL FILTER ONTO BASEAS SHOWNV05C1FYAIR TIGHT FIT, FILTER WITH BASEInstall all other parts by

WARNINGBattery electrolyte is caustic sub-stance that burns or destroysorganic tissues by chemical ac-tion. Avoid contact with eyes,skin and clothing

V05A0PY12-STROKE MODELS1. Drive chain adjusting nutV05A0QY14-STROKE MODELS1. Drive chain adjusting nutWheelOccasionally, wheel nuts should be re-moved

WHEEL NUTSTORQUE44 N•m(32lbf•ft)Steering SystemThrottle Cable AdjustmentThe normal throttle free-play is 2 to 6mm(3/32to7/32in).V05I0AY1423A1. Throttl

V05K07Y21A1. Left front brake adjuster2. Right front brake adjusterA. 10 to 20 mm (13/32 to 25/32 in)To adjust rear brake, turn the adjust-ment nut at

TROUBLESHOOTINGEngine does not turn1. Ignition switch is in the OFF position.– Place switch to the ON position.2. Transmission is not set on NEUTRAL.–

Engine lacks acceleration or power1. Fouled/damage/worn spark plug.– Clean/verify spark plug and heat range. Replace as required.2. Lack of fuel to en

INTRODUCTIONYour dealer should have provided youwith some basic information on theparticular controls and features of yournew youth model ATV. Please

3. Air filter/box plugged or dirty.– Check air filter and clean if necessary.– Check the position of the air intake tube.4. CVT dirty or wear.– Contac

SPECIFICATIONSVEHICLE MODEL DS90 4–STROKEENGINEType 4 stroke, forced air cooled. KA-90Number of cylinderSingle horizontal cylinderNumber of valves 2 v

VEHICLE MODEL DS90 4–STROKESUSPENSIONTypeIndependent suspension — A-arm,2 shock absorbers (oil)FrontTravel 35 mm (1.38 in)TypeRigid swing-arm,1 shock

VEHICLE MODEL DS90 4–STROKELIQUIDSOil type(engine and transmission)SAE10W40, 4–stroke mineral-based.API classification SG, SH or SJ,Synthetic oil is r

VEHICLE MODEL DS50 2–STROKE DS90 2–STROKEENGINEType2 stroke, forced aircooled. JA-502 stroke, forced aircooled. JA-90Number of cylinderSingle horizont

VEHICLE MODEL DS50 2–STROKE DS90 2–STROKETIRESFront55 kPa (8 PSI) maximum,41 kPa (6 PSI) minimumPressureRear55 kPa (8 PSI) maximum,41 kPa (6 PSI) mini

VEHICLE MODEL DS50 2–STROKE DS90 2–STROKECAPACITIESEngine oil 0.9 L (0.95 U.S. quarts)Fuel tank6L(1.6U.S.galFuel tank reserve 1.5 L (1.59 U.S. quarts)

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BRP LIMITED WARRANTY NORTH AMERICA:2005 BOMBARDIER†ATV1) SCOPE OF THE LIMITED WARRANTYBombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP)*, warrants its 2005