• How do I find the VIN number?
The VIN number is located on the front stem.

• I cannot get it to crank.
Verify the position of the choke, make sure not to flood. Check for gas.  Check for any lose wires.  Check for spark at the plug. If it does not help, and you have been through the trouble shooting chart in your owner's manual, give us a call at 1-877-855-0196.

• When it cranks, it only runs for a few seconds, then shuts off.
This could be normal, it is priming the choke circuit.  Give it another try. 

• It always wants to go because it idles high.
Adjust down the idle screw on the carburetor. 

• My brakes don't work.
Check for worn shoes.  Check for debris on drum, etc... Check brake cable, check brake linkage. 

• I smell gas when I ride.
Check for gas leakage at gas cap, petcock, fuel line and carburetor.  Do not crank with leaking gas present.

• What kind of gas should I use?
The higher octane used, the better service you can expect.

• Can I ride the FireHawk on pavement or on a side walk?
This vehicle is designed for off-road use only.

• I ran through some water and it will not run now.
As long as the engine was not submerged, dry out the engine, electrical components and air filter.  Try and restart.

• Is it OK to wash the engine?
Stay away from electrical components, air filter inlet, and fan shroud opening.

• My tire keeps going flat.
Check valve core, or for damaged valve stem.  Inflate tire and soak in soapy water.  It is a tubeless tire, if a leak is located, it can be plugged.

• Can I adjust something to make it go faster?
No.

• Does it need transmission fluid?
No.

• I put in too much oil, what to do?
Drain out the excess oil through the oil drain.  Check your dipstick again later. CAUTION: Add oil and measure from the front filler only.

• What areas should I keep oiled and lubed?
The chain. 

• How long will my brakes last?
This will depend on driving conditions, check for wear on a regular basis.

• How much weight can I tow?
This vehicle is not designed to tow. 

• What is the weight capacity of the Mini-Bike?
The maximum weight is 185 pounds.

• How old should an operator be to drive the Mini-Bike?
Recommended minimum age is 16 years.

• Should I wear a helmet when I drive the FireHawk?
Yes, at all times.  Read requirements in your owner's manual.

• There is water in my gas tank, or I think I put oil in my gas tank.
The entire fuel system needs to be drained and cleaned.

• My engine backfires a lot when I am riding.
It could be fouled spark plugs, loose wire connections, valves out of adjustment, or the carburetor float out of adjustment.

• Is my engine four stroke or two stroke, and who makes it?
The engine is a Mitsubishi four stroke.

• How much horsepower does the FireHwak engine have?
6.0HP

• How often should I change the oil?
See engine manual . 

• How often should I change my spark plugs?
When plugs become fouled, or stop firing, or when periodic maintenance calls for it. 

• How do adjust the chains?
The chain is not adjustable and is equipped with a chain tensioner. The rear chain requires loosening the rear axle, and is adjustable through the 10mm screws on the chain adjusters.

• My exhaust is loose.
Check manifold bolts.  Tighten as needed.

• It idles real rough.
Things to check: fouled plug, contaminated fuel, loose wire connections, valve clearance.

• It is real hard to crank.
Things to check: fouled plug, electric choke valve bad, choke circuit malfunction. Old or bad fuel.

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