๐ท๏ธ Basic Information Identification Make: Suzuki Model: LT80 QuadRider Model Variant: LT80 (LT-F80) Codes Chassis Code: Unknown (specific chassis codes not provided in product info) Engine Code: Unknown (specific engine codes not provided in product info) ๐ Introduction Market Position Positioning: Essential DIY repair and maintenance resource for owners of Suzuki LT80 QuadRider and related models (LT-F250, LT-F280) from 1987-2006. Competitive Analysis Comparison: Directly competes with official Suzuki factory service manuals, offering similar comprehensive coverage in a convenient digital format. Empowers users to perform repairs, saving on professional labor costs. Key Features Features: Instant PDF download, DIY savings, detailed diagrams, troubleshooting guides, broad model year coverage. ๐ Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Suzuki LT80 QuadRider Secondary Coverage: Suzuki LT-F250 King Quad, Suzuki LT-F280 QuadRunner Page Count Estimated Page Count: N/A (PDF download, actual page count not specified but implied to be comprehensive) Manual Type Type: Factory Service Manual / Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF Download ๐ Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Engine removal/installation, cylinder head, valve, camshaft, cylinder, piston, alternator, starter clutch, crankcase, crankshaft, balancer, lubrication system, fuel system, cooling system Transmission: Sub-transmission, gearshift linkage, automatic transmission system Drivetrain: Front driving mechanism, rear driving mechanism, selectable 4WD system (likely applicable to King Quad/QuadRunner variants mentioned) Chassis And Body: Frame, body panel, exhaust system, front wheel, suspension, steering, rear wheel, suspension, brake system Electrical: Battery, charging system, ignition system, electric starter, lights, meters, switches, wiring diagram Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance, lubrication, fluid changes Repair And Rebuild: Complete engine rebuild, transmission overhaul, suspension repair, brake system service, electrical component replacement Troubleshooting: Diagnostic procedures, common issue resolution Installation And Adjustment: Component installation, system adjustments Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering all aspects from basic maintenance to detailed internal component repair and diagnostics. Includes wiring diagrams and technical features. ๐ Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF Searchability: Searchable text (typical for professionally produced PDFs) Print Quality: Printable (intended for user printing) Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital Download - No physical binding) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Download - No physical paper type) โ๏ธ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Type: Air-cooled, 2-stroke, single-cylinder Displacement: 72.7 cc (for LT80) Bore X Stroke: 43.0 mm x 48.8 mm (for LT80) Bore X Stroke Variant: 72.0 mm x 63.4 mm (for LT-F250/280, approximately) Performance Horsepower: N/A (Specific HP figures not universally published for these models, but generally in the 5-8 HP range for LT80) Torque: N/A (Specific torque figures not universally published for these models) Fuel System Carburetor: Mikuni VM Series (e.g., VM16SC for LT80) Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended, mixed with 2-stroke oil in appropriate ratio) Oil Mixture: 50:1 ratio (Gasoline to 2-stroke oil) - Always verify with manual for specific model Cooling System Type: Air-cooled ๐ง Transmission Standard Type: CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Automatic Clutch and Torque Converter Optional Gears: N/A (CVT is the primary system) Features Drive: Shaft drive to rear axle; Front driving mechanism may be engaged (selectable 4WD on some models) Fluid Specifications Transmission Oil: Suzuki recommends specific gear oil for final drive. CVT belt lubrication is internal to the system. ๐ Dimensions Exterior Length: N/A (Specific dimensions not provided in product info, but LT80 is a youth ATV) Width: N/A (Specific dimensions not provided in product info) Height: N/A (Specific dimensions not provided in product info) Weights Dry Weight: Approx. 115 kg (253.5 lbs) for LT80 Curb Weight: N/A (Specific curb weight not provided in product info) ๐ก๏ธ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Results: N/A (ATVs are not typically subject to automotive crash testing standards) Active Features Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes front and rear (typically). Drum brakes may be present on some earlier or simpler configurations. Parking Brake: Yes (often integrated into rear brake lever or a separate caliper) Passive Features Throttle Limiter: Yes (common on youth ATVs like the LT80, often adjustable) Safety Lanyard: Yes (kill switch lanyard) - a critical safety feature ๐ก Technology Features Infotainment Infotainment System: N/A (Basic ATV technology, no infotainment system) Driver Assistance Assistance Features: N/A (No electronic driver assistance features) Connectivity Connectivity Options: N/A (No connectivity features) Electrical System Ignition System Type: CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition) Lighting: Headlight, taillight/brake light (typical) ๐ง Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Engine: Recommended every 100 hours or annually. (Specific interval to be verified in manual) Spark Plug Service: Recommended every 100 hours or annually. (Specific interval to be verified in manual) Air Filter Cleaning: Clean at intervals dependent on operating conditions, typically every 20-30 hours or as needed. (Specific interval to be verified in manual) Gear Oil Change: Recommended every 6 months or 100 hours. (Specific interval to be verified in manual) Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Suzuki recommends specific 2-stroke oil for pre-mix. For oil injection models, use API TC or JASO FD certified 2-stroke oil. Final Drive Gear...
Unknown (specific chassis codes not provided in product info)
Engine Code:
Unknown (specific engine codes not provided in product info)
๐ Introduction
Market Position
Positioning:
Essential DIY repair and maintenance resource for owners of Suzuki LT80 QuadRider and related models (LT-F250, LT-F280) from 1987-2006.
Competitive Analysis
Comparison:
Directly competes with official Suzuki factory service manuals, offering similar comprehensive coverage in a convenient digital format. Empowers users to perform repairs, saving on professional labor costs.
Key Features
Features:
Instant PDF download, DIY savings, detailed diagrams, troubleshooting guides, broad model year coverage.
๐ Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Primary Coverage:
Suzuki LT80 QuadRider
Secondary Coverage:
Suzuki LT-F250 King Quad, Suzuki LT-F280 QuadRunner
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
N/A (PDF download, actual page count not specified but implied to be comprehensive)
Comprehensive, covering all aspects from basic maintenance to detailed internal component repair and diagnostics. Includes wiring diagrams and technical features.
๐ Manual Specifications
File Format
Format:
PDF
Searchability:
Searchable text (typical for professionally produced PDFs)
Print Quality:
Printable (intended for user printing)
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital Download - No physical binding)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Download - No physical paper type)
โ๏ธ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Type:
Air-cooled, 2-stroke, single-cylinder
Displacement:
72.7 cc (for LT80)
Bore X Stroke:
43.0 mm x 48.8 mm (for LT80)
Bore X Stroke Variant:
72.0 mm x 63.4 mm (for LT-F250/280, approximately)
Performance
Horsepower:
N/A (Specific HP figures not universally published for these models, but generally in the 5-8 HP range for LT80)
Torque:
N/A (Specific torque figures not universally published for these models)
Fuel System
Carburetor:
Mikuni VM Series (e.g., VM16SC for LT80)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended, mixed with 2-stroke oil in appropriate ratio)
Oil Mixture:
50:1 ratio (Gasoline to 2-stroke oil) - Always verify with manual for specific model
Cooling System
Type:
Air-cooled
๐ง Transmission
Standard
Type:
CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Automatic Clutch and Torque Converter
Optional
Gears:
N/A (CVT is the primary system)
Features
Drive:
Shaft drive to rear axle; Front driving mechanism may be engaged (selectable 4WD on some models)
Fluid Specifications
Transmission Oil:
Suzuki recommends specific gear oil for final drive. CVT belt lubrication is internal to the system.
๐ Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
N/A (Specific dimensions not provided in product info, but LT80 is a youth ATV)
Width:
N/A (Specific dimensions not provided in product info)
Height:
N/A (Specific dimensions not provided in product info)
Weights
Dry Weight:
Approx. 115 kg (253.5 lbs) for LT80
Curb Weight:
N/A (Specific curb weight not provided in product info)
๐ก๏ธ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Results:
N/A (ATVs are not typically subject to automotive crash testing standards)
Active Features
Brakes:
Hydraulic disc brakes front and rear (typically). Drum brakes may be present on some earlier or simpler configurations.
Parking Brake:
Yes (often integrated into rear brake lever or a separate caliper)
Passive Features
Throttle Limiter:
Yes (common on youth ATVs like the LT80, often adjustable)
Safety Lanyard:
Yes (kill switch lanyard) - a critical safety feature
๐ก Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment System:
N/A (Basic ATV technology, no infotainment system)
Driver Assistance
Assistance Features:
N/A (No electronic driver assistance features)
Connectivity
Connectivity Options:
N/A (No connectivity features)
Electrical System
Ignition System Type:
CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition)
Lighting:
Headlight, taillight/brake light (typical)
๐ง Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Engine:
Recommended every 100 hours or annually. (Specific interval to be verified in manual)
Spark Plug Service:
Recommended every 100 hours or annually. (Specific interval to be verified in manual)
Air Filter Cleaning:
Clean at intervals dependent on operating conditions, typically every 20-30 hours or as needed. (Specific interval to be verified in manual)
Gear Oil Change:
Recommended every 6 months or 100 hours. (Specific interval to be verified in manual)
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
Suzuki recommends specific 2-stroke oil for pre-mix. For oil injection models, use API TC or JASO FD certified 2-stroke oil.
Final Drive Gear Oil:
Suzuki Gear Oil (e.g., SAE 80W-90 GL-5) - Verify specific viscosity and GL rating in manual.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid - Verify specific type in manual.
Known Issues
Common Issues:
CVT belt wear, carburetor gumming due to infrequent use, starter motor issues, exhaust pipe leaks, and occasional electrical gremlins are common for this age of ATV. The manual would address diagnosis and repair.
Carburetor Cleaning Frequency:
Due to the 2-stroke nature and often seasonal use, carburetors are prone to needing cleaning more frequently than on 4-stroke engines. The manual would detail the process.
๐ Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Heritage:
Suzuki, a long-standing manufacturer of motorcycles and ATVs, has a reputation for reliable and performance-oriented off-road vehicles.
Model Evolution
Lt80 Evolution:
The LT80 was a very popular youth ATV, produced for nearly two decades with minimal changes, highlighting its effective and enduring design. It served as an entry-level model for many young riders.
Related Models:
The inclusion of LT-F250 King Quad and LT-F280 QuadRunner indicates that the manual may also contain sections relevant to these larger, adult-oriented ATVs from similar production eras.
Production
Production Years Lt80:
1987-2006
Production Years Covered Manual:
1987-1998 (for King Quad/QuadRunner), 1987-2006 (for LT80)
Manufacturing Location:
Japan (typical for Suzuki)
๐ Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Model Awards:
N/A (Specific awards not listed in product info, but the LT80 was a market leader in its segment for many years).