Aprilia LEONARDO 150, LEONARDO 125 User Manual 2001

© 2001 aprilia s.p.a. - Noale (VE)

First edition: june 2001

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The following precautionary warnings are used throughout this manual in order to convey the following messages:

Safety warning. When you find this asymbol on the vehicle or in the manual, be careful to the potential risk of personal injury. Non-compliance with the indications given in the messages preceded by this symbol may result in grave risks for your and other people’s safety and for the vehicle!

aWARNING

Indicates a potential hazard which may result in serious injury or even death.

aCAUTION

Indicates a potential hazard which may result in minor personal injury or damage to the vehicle.

NOTE The word “NOTE” in this manual precedes important information or instructions.

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The operations preceded by this

symbol must be repeated also on the opposite side of the vehicle.

If not expressly indicated otherwise, for the reassembly of the units repeat the disassembly operations in reverse order.

The terms “right” and “left” are referred to the rider seated on the vehicle in the normal riding position.

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Before starting the engine, carefully read this manual and in particular the section “SAFE DRIVE”.

Your and other people’s safety depends not only on your quickness of reflexes and on your agility, but also on what you know about the vehicle, on its efficiency and on your knowledge of the basic information for “SAFE DRIVE”. Therefore, get a thorough knowledge of the vehicle, in such a way as to be able to drive in the traffic safely.

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NOTE This manual must be considered as an integral part of the vehicle and must always accompany it, even in case of resale.

aprilia has carried out this manual with the maximum attention, in order to supply the user with correct and updated information. However, since aprilia constantly improves the design of its products, there may be slight discrepancies between the characteristics of your vehicle and those described in this manual.

For any clarification concerning the information contained in this manual, do not hesitate to contact your aprilia Official Dealer.

For control and repair operations not expressly described in this publication, for the purchase of aprilia genuine spare parts, accessories and other products, as well as for specific advice, contact exclusively aprilia Official Dealers and Service Centers, which guarantee prompt and accurate assistance.

Thank you for choosing aprilia. We wish you a nice ride.

All rights as to electronic storage, reproduction and total or partial adaptation, with any means, are reserved for all Countries.

NOTE In some countries the antipollution and noise regulations in force require periodical inspections.

The user of the vehicle in these countries must:

–contact an aprilia Official Dealer to have the non-homologated components replaced with others homologated for use in the country in question;

–carry out the required periodical inspections.

In this manual the various versions are indicated by the following symbols:

z 125 cm3 model

{ 150 cm3 model

| 250 cm3 model

eautomatic light switching version (Automatic Switch-on Device)

	NOTE Soon after purchasing the vehicle,	m optional
	write down the identification data indicated	VERSION:
	on the SPARE PARTS IDENTIFICATION	I Italy	S Singapore
	LABEL in the table here below. The label is
	stuck to the left tube of the frame and to read	U United Kingdom	s Slovenia
	it it is necessary to remove the left inspection	a Austria	i Israel
	cover, see p. 52 (REMOVING THE RIGHT
	AND LEFT INSPECTION COVERS).	p Portugal	¬ South Korea
		F Finland	M Malaysia
		B Belgium	c Chile
		d Germany	H Croatia
		f France	A Australia
		E Spain	u United States
			of America
		G Greece	Ä Brazil
		O Holland	R South Africa
	These data indicate:	Y Switzerland	n New Zealand
	– YEAR = year of manufacture (Y, 1, 2, ...);
		D Denmark	C Canada
	– I.M. = modification code (A, B, C, ...);
	– COUNTRY CODES = homologation	J Japan
	country (I, UK, A, ...).

and are to be supplied to the aprilia Official Dealer as reference data for the purchase of spare parts or specific accessories of the model you have acquired.

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SAFE DRIVE .........................................................	5
BASIC SAFETY RULES .....................................	6
CLOTHING .........................................................	9
ACCESSORIES ................................................	10
LOAD ................................................................	10
ARRANGEMENT
OF THE MAIN ELEMENTS •+.................	12
ARRANGEMENT
OF THE MAIN ELEMENTS Ì.........................	14
ARRANGEMENT
OF THE INSTRUMENTS/CONTROLS ...............	16
INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS ..................	16
INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS TABLE....	17
MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS ...................	18
CONTROLS ON THE LEFT SIDE
OF THE HANDLEBAR......................................	18
CONTROLS ON THE RIGHT SIDE
OF THE HANDLEBAR......................................	19
IGNITION SWITCH...........................................	20
STEERING LOCK.............................................	20
AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT...................................	21
DIGITAL CLOCK...............................................	21
BAG HOOK.......................................................	21
ANTI-THEFT HOOK .........................................	22
UNLOCKING / LOCKING THE SADDLE..........	22
CRASH HELMET / GLOVE COMPARTMENT . 22
TOOL KIT .........................................................	23
REAR MUDGUARD EXTENSION....................	23
MAIN COMPONENTS.........................................	24
FUEL.................................................................	24
LUBRICANTS ...................................................	25
BRAKE FLUID-recommendations.....................	26
DISC BRAKES..................................................	26
COOLANT.........................................................	28
TYRES ..............................................................	30
AUTOMATIC LIGHT
SWITCHING VERSION _.............................	31
EXHAUST SILENCER ......................................	31
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE.................................	32
PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS .....	32
STARTING........................................................	33

DEPARTURE AND DRIVE................................	35
RUNNING-IN.....................................................	37
STOPPING........................................................	37
PARKING ..........................................................	37
POSITIONING THE VEHICLE
ON THE STAND................................................	38
SUGGESTIONS TO PREVENT THEFT ...........	39
MAINTENANCE...................................................	39
REGULAR SERVICE
INTERVALS CHART •+....................	40-41
REGULAR SERVICE
INTERVALS CHART Ì...........................	42-43
IDENTIFICATION DATA ...................................	44
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
AND TOPPING UP............................................	45
AIR CLEANER ..................................................	46
SPEED VARIATOR AIR CLEANER..................	47
CHECKING THE BRAKE PAD WEAR..............	48
CHECKING THE STAND ..................................	49
CHECKING THE SWITCHES ...........................	49
INSPECTING THE FRONT
AND REAR SUSPENSIONS.............................	50
ADJUSTING THE REAR SUSPENSION ..........	50
CHECKING THE STEERING............................	51
CHECKING THE ENGINE FULCRUM AXIS.....51
REMOVING THE RIGHT AND LEFT
INSPECTION COVERS ....................................	52
REMOVING THE FRONT PART
OF THE FAIRING..............................................	52
REMOVING THE REAR-VIEW MIRRORS .......	53
REMOVING THE FRONT COVER ...................	53
REMOVING THE FRONT INNER SHIELD .......	54
IDLING ADJUSTMENT .....................................	54
ADJUSTING
THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL.....................	55
SPARK PLUG ...................................................	56
BATTERY..........................................................	57
LONG INACTIVITY OF THE BATTERY............	57
REMOVING THE BATTERY COVER ...............	58
CHECKING
AND CLEANING THE TERMINALS..................	58
REMOVING THE BATTERY .............................	58

CHECKING THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL........	59
RECHARGING THE BATTERY........................	59
INSTALLING THE BATTERY ...........................	59
CHANGING THE FUSES .................................	60
VERTICAL ADJUSTING OF THE
HEADLIGHT BEAM ..........................................	61
•+HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT
OF THE HEADLIGHT BEAM -....................	61
BULBS ..............................................................	62
CHANGING THE DASHBOARD BULBS
AND THE CLOCK BATTERY ...........................	62
CHANGING THE FRONT DIRECTION
INDICATOR BULBS .........................................	62
CHANGING THE HEADLIGHT BULBS ............	63
CHANGING THE REAR LIGHT BULB .............	64
CHANGING THE NUMBER PLATE BULB .......	64
TRANSPORT ......................................................	65
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK ...........................	65
CLEANING ..........................................................	66
LONG PERIODS OF INACTIVITY....................	67
TECHNICAL DATA .............................................	68
LUBRICANT CHART ........................................	72
Importers......................................................	74-75
WIRING DIAGRAM -
Leonardo 125 _- Leonardo 150 _...........	76
WIRING DIAGRAM KEY -
Leonardo 125 _- Leonardo 150 _ ..........	77
WIRING DIAGRAM -
Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 ..........................	78
WIRING DIAGRAM KEY -
Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 ..........................	79
WIRING DIAGRAM -
Leonardo 125 _- Leonardo 150 _...........	80
WIRING DIAGRAM KEY -
Leonardo 125 _- Leonardo 150 _...........	81
WIRING DIAGRAM - Leonardo 250 .................	82
WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - Leonardo 250 .........	83
WIRING DIAGRAM - Leonardo 250 _..........	84
WIRING DIAGRAM KEY -
Leonardo 250 _............................................	85

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safe drive

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To drive the vehicle it is necessary to be in possession of all the requirements prescribed by law (driving licence, minimum age, psychophysical ability, insurance, state taxes, vehicle registration, number plate, etc.).

Gradually get to know the vehicle by driving it first in areas with low traffic and/or private areas.

The use of medicins, alcohol and drugs or psychotropic substances notably increases the risk of accidents.

Be sure that you are in good psychophysical conditions and fit for driving and pay particular attention to physical weariness and drowsiness.

Most road accidents are caused by the driver’s lack of experience.

NEVER lend the vehicle to beginners and, in any case, make sure that the driver has all the requirements for driving.

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Rigorously observe all road signs and national and local road regulations.

Avoid abrupt movements that can be dangerous for yourself and other people (for example: rearing up on the back wheel, speeding, etc.), and give due consideration to the road surface, visibility and other driving conditions.

Avoid obstacles that could damage the vehicle or make you lose control.

Avoid riding in the slipstream created by preceding vehicles in order to increase your speed.

Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footboard (or on the footrests), in the correct driving posture.

Avoid standing up or stretching your limbs while driving.

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The driver should pay attention and avoid distractions caused by people, things and movements (never smoke, eat, drink, read, etc.) while driving.

COOLER

OIL

Use only the vehicle’s specific fuels and lubricants indicated in the "LUBRICANT CHART"; check all oil, fuel and coolant levels regularly.

If the vehicle has been involved in an accident, make sure that no damage has occurred to the control levers, pipes, wires, braking system and vital parts.

If necessary, have the vehicle inspected by an aprilia Official Dealer, who should carefully check the frame, handlebars, suspensions, safety parts and all the devices that you cannot check by yourself.

Always remember to report any malfunction to the technicians to help them in their work.

Never use the vehicle when the amount of damage it has suffered endangers your safety.

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Never change the position, inclination or colour of: number plate, direction indicators, lights and horns.

Any modification of the vehicle will result in the invalidity of the guarantee.

ONLY ORIGINALS

Any modification of the vehicle and/or the removal of original components can compromise vehicle performance levels and safety or even make it illegal.

We recommend respecting all regulations and national and local provisions regarding the equipment of the vehicle.

In particular, avoid all modifications that increase the vehicle’s performance levels or alter its original characteristics.

Never race with other vehicles.

Avoid off-road driving.

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Before starting, always wear a correctly fastened crash helmet. Make sure that it is homologated, in good shape, of the right size and that the visor is clean.

Wear protective clothing, preferably in light and/or reflecting colours.

In this way you will make yourself more visible to the other drivers, thus notably reducing the risk of being knocked down, and you will be more protected in case of fall.

This clothing should be very tight-fitting and fastened at the wrists and ankles. Strings, belts and ties should not be hanging loose; prevent these and other objects from interfering with driving by getting entangled with moving parts or driving mechanisms.

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Do not keep objects that can be dangerous in case of fall, for example pointed objects like keys, pens, glass vials etc. in your pockets (the same recommendations also apply to passengers).

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The owner of the vehicle is responsible for the choice, installation and use of any accessory.

Avoid installing accessories that cover horns or lights or that could impair their functions, limit the suspension stroke and the steering angle, hamper the operation of the controls and reduce the distance from the ground and the angle of inclination in turns.

Avoid using accessories that hamper access to the controls, since this can prolong reaction times during an emergency.

Big fairings and windshields installed on the vehicle may produce aerodynamic forces that affect the stability of the vehicle, especially when riding at high speed.

Make sure that the equipment is well fastened to the vehicle and not dangerous during driving. Do not install electrical devices and do not modify those already existing to avoid electrical overloads, because the vehicle could suddenly stop or there could be a dangerous current shortage in the horn and in the lights.

aprilia recommends the use of "aprilia genuine accessories".

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Be careful and moderate when loading your luggage. Keep any luggage loaded as close as possible to the center of gravity of the vehicle and distribute the load uniformly on both sides, in order to reduce umbalance to the minimum. Furthermore, make sure that the load is firmly secured to the vehicle, especially during long trips.

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Avoid hanging bulky, heavy and/or dangerous objects on the handlebars, mudguards and forks: the vehicle might respond more slowly in turns and its manoeuvrability could be unavoidably impaired.

Do not place bags that are too bulky on the vehicle sides, because they could hit people or obstacles, making you lose control of the vehicle.

Do not carry any bag if it is not tightly secured to the vehicle.

Do not carry bags which protrude too much from the luggage-rack or which cover the lights, horn or indicators.

Do not carry animals or children on the glove compartment or on the luggagerack.

Do not exceed the maximum load allowed for each side-bag.

When the vehicle is overloaded, its stability and its manoeuvrability can be compromised.

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1)	Expansion tank		6)	Passenger left footrest	11)	Anti-theft hook (for the aprilia “Body-
2)	Coolant expansion tank plug		7)	Crash helmet compartment		Guard” armored cable &)
3)	Rear brake reservoir		8)	Saddle lock	12)	Centre stand
4)	Bag hook		9)	Air cleaner	13)	Side stand
5)	Left inspection cover		10)	Speed variator air cleaner cover	14)	Spark plug

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1)	Passenger grab rail			6)	Filler cap	11)	Right inspection cover
2)	Engine oil filling/level cap			7)	Front brake reservoir	12)	Passenger right footrest
3)	Fuse carrier			8)	Horn
4)	Battery			9)	Fuel tank
5)	Ignition switch/steering lock			10)	Fuel tank flap

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1)	Expansion tank		6)	Passenger left footrest	11) Speed variator air cleaner cover
2)	Coolant expansion tank plug		7)	Crash helmet compartment	12)	Centre stand
3)	Rear brake reservoir		8)	Saddle lock	13)	Side stand
4)	Bag hook		9)	Passenger grab rail
5)	Left inspection cover		10)	Air cleaner

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1)	Anti-theft hook (for the aprilia “Body-		6)	Filler cap			12)	Spark plug
	Guard” armored cable &)		7)	Front brake reservoir			13)	Passenger right footrest
2)	Engine oil filling/level cap		8)	Horn
3)	Fuse carrier		9)	Fuel tank
4)	Battery		10)	Fuel tank flap
5)	Ignition switch/steering lock		11)	Right inspection cover

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1)Electrical controls on the left side of the handlebar

2)Rear brake lever

3)Left rear-view mirror

4)Instruments and indicators

5)Right rear-view mirror

6)Front brake lever

7)Throttle grip

8)Electrical controls on the right side of the handlebar

9)Ignition switch/steering lock ( n - m - s)

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1) •+Red engine oil pressure warning light ( j)

1)ÌRed engine oil change warning light ( j)

2)Green left direction indicator warning light ( k)

3)Total kilometres odometer

4)Speedometer

4)Speedometer – km/h scale only ^

5)Green right direction indicator warning light ( l)

6)Blue high beam warning light ( a)

7)Amber low fuel warning light ( g)

8)Fuel level indicator ( g)

9)Digital clock function and setting push buttons

10)Digital clock

11)Coolant temperature indicator ( h)

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Description			Function
Right direction indicator
warning light	l		It blinks when the right direction indicator is on.
Left direction indicator
warning light	k		It blinks when the left direction indicator is on.
			It comes on every time the ignition switch is brought to position “n” and the engine is not running, thus testing
•+Engine oil			the correct operation of the bulb. If during this phase the lamp does not turn on, it must be replaced.
			The warning light must go off when the engine is running.
pressure warning light	j			If the warning light comes on during the normal running of the engine, this
			aCAUTION
				means that the oil pressure in the circuit is insufficient. In this case, immedi-
			ately stop the engine and contact your APRILIA Official Dealer.
			It comes on, for about three seconds, whenever the ignition switch is brought to position “n” and the engine is
			not running, thus testing the correct operation of the bulb. If it does not come on or if it does not go out after three
ÌEngine oil change			seconds, contact an aprilia Official Dealer.
warning light	j			The warning light comes on during the normal operation of the engine after
			aCAUTION
				the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 3000 km (1875 mi) and re-
			mains on until the engine oil has been changed. In this case, contact an APRILIA Official Dealer.
Total kilometres odometer			It indicates the total number of kilometres covered.
Speedometer			It indicates the driving speed.
High beam warning light	a		It comes on when the headlight is in “high beam” position or when the high beam signaller is operated (PASSING
			kÌ).
Low fuel warning light	g		It comes on when the quantity of fuel left in the tank is about 1,8 L •+(1,5 L Ì).
			It indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank.
Fuel level indicator	g		When the pointer reaches the red area, the quantity of fuel left in the tank is about 1,8 L •+(1,5 L Ì).
			In this case, top up as soon as possible, see p. 24 (FUEL).
Digital clock			Hour, date and seconds can be shown on the display, see p. 21 (DIGITAL CLOCK).
			It indicates the approximate temperature of the coolant in the engine.
			When the pointer starts moving beyond level "Min", the temperature is sufficient for driving the vehicle.
Coolant temperature			The normal running temperature range is indicated by the central area of the scale.
indicator	h		If the pointer reaches the red area, stop the engine and check the coolant level, see p. 28 (COOLANT).
				If the maximum allowed temperature is exceeded (red area "Max" of the
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				scale), the engine may be seriously damaged.

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NOTE The electrical parts work only when the ignition switch is in position “n”.

1) HORN PUSH BUTTON ( f)

The horn is activated when the "f" push button is pressed.

2) DIRECTION INDICATOR SWITCH ( c)

To indicate the turn to the left, move the switch to the left; to indicate the turn to the right, move the switch to the right.

To turn off the direction indicator, press the switch on its centre.

3) •+DIMMER SWITCH ( b - a)

(_not provided, _provided for those countries where the engine stop switch “m - n” is required)

When the light switch is in position “o”: if the dimmer switch is in position “a”, the high beam comes on, while if it is in position “b”, the low beam comes on.

3) Ì DIMMER SWITCH ( b - a) / HIGH BEAM SIGNALLER PUSH BUTTON (PASSING k)

(_not provided, _provided for those countries where the engine stop switch “m - n” is required)

When the light switch is in position “o”: if the dimmer switch is in position “a”, the high beam comes on, while if it is in position “b”, the low beam comes on.

The high beam signaller is operated by pressing the dimmer switch to position (PASSING k), independently of the position of the light switch ( o - p - • ).

NOTE When the dimmer switch is released, the high beam signaller is disconnected.

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NOTE The electrical parts work only when the ignition switch is in position "n".

1) LIGHT SWITCH ( o- p- • ) (_not provided)

aCAUTION

Before operating the light switch, make sure that the dimmer switch ( b - a ) is in position “b”.

When the light switch is in position “•”, the lights are off; when the switch is in position “p”, the parking lights and the dashboard light are on; when the switch is in position “o”, the parking lights, the dashboard light and the low beam are on. The high beam can be operated by means of the dimmer switch (a - b).

1a) DIMMER SWITCH ( b - a) _

(_ not provided for those countries where the engine stop switch “m - n” is required)

When it is in position “b” the parking lights, the dashboard light and the low beam are always on.

When it is in position “a”, the high beam comes on.

1b) ENGINE STOP SWITCH (n - m)

(in the countries where required)

aWARNING

Do not operate the engine stop switch “n - m” in running conditions.

This is a safety or emergency switch. With the switch in position “n”, it is possible to start the engine; the engine can be stopped by moving the switch to position “m”.

aCAUTION

With stopped engine and ignition switch in position “n”, the battery may run down.

When the vehicle has come to a halt, stop the engine, and move the ignition switch to position “m”.

2)START PUSH BUTTON ( r)

When the start push button “r” is pressed, the starter makes the engine run. For the starting, see p. 33 (STARTING).

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The ignition switch (1) is positioned on the right side, near the steering column.

NOTE The key (2) operates the ignition switch/steering lock, the saddle lock and the fuel tank flap.

Two keys are supplied together with the vehicle (one spare key).

NOTE Do not keep the spare key on the vehicle.

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aWARNING

Never turn the key to position "s" in running conditions, in order to avoid losing control of the vehicle.

OPERATION

To lock the steering:

Turn the handlebar completely leftwards.

Turn the key (2) to position "m" and press it.

Release the key and turn it to position "s".

Extract the key.

	Position	Function	Key
			removal
		The steer-	It is possible
		ing is	to remove the
	s	locked.	key.
		It is neither
	Steering	possible to
		start the
	lock	engine, nor
		to switch on
		the lights.
		Neither the	It is possible
	m	engine, nor	to remove the
		the lights	key.
		can be
		switched on.
		The engine	It is not possi-
	n	and the	ble to remove
		lights can be	the key.
		switched on.

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Function description:

Normal display: hours and minutes.

Date display: press the push button (1) once to display month and day.

Second display: press the push button

(1) twice to display the seconds.

NOTE To replace the clock battery, contact an aprilia Official Dealer.

Setting:

Press the push button (2) once: date and time will be displayed alternately.

Month: press the push button (2) again and the month will be displayed on the left (the rest disappears).

Press the push button (1) to set the desired month.

Day: press the push button (2) again and the day will be displayed on the right. Press the push button (1) to set the desired day.

Time: press the push button (2) again and the time will be displayed on the left with letter "A" or "P" (A = AM, P = PM).

Minutes: press the push button (2) again and the minutes will be displayed on the right. Press the push button (1) to set the desired minutes.

Now the clock is set.

Press the push button (2) and then the push button (1), successively the push button (1) again to return to normal functioning.

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aWARNING

Do not hang excessively bulky bags or parcels to the hook, as this may seriously compromise the manoeuvrability of the vehicle or the movement of your feet.

The bag hook (3) is positioned on the front part of the inner shield

Max. allowed weight: 1,5 kg

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The anti-theft hook (1) is positioned on one side of the vehicle, near the passenger footrest:

–•+ left side.

–Ìright side.

To prevent the vehicle from being stolen, it is advisable to secure it with the aprilia “Body-Guard” armored cable &(2), available at any aprilia Official Dealer.

aCAUTION

Do not use the hook to lift the vehicle or for any purpose other than securing the vehicle once it has been parked.

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Insert the key (3) in the saddle lock (4).

Rotate the key (3):

–•+ anticlockwise rotation.

–Ìclockwise rotation.

Raise the saddle.

NOTE Before lowering and locking the saddle, make sure that you have not left the key in the crash helmet/glove compartment.

To lock the saddle, lower and press it (without exerting too much pressure), thus making the lock snap shut.

aWARNING

Before leaving, make sure that the saddle is properly locked.

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Thanks to the crash helmet/glove compartment, you no longer have to carry the crash helmet or other objects with you every time you park the vehicle.

The compartment is positioned under the saddle; to reach it:

Raise the saddle, see beside (UNLOCKING / LOCKING THE SADDLE).

NOTE The compartment can contain:

–•+a crash helmet (5).

–Ì two “JET” helmets (5) and (6), or one

“JET” helmet and one medium-size crash helmet, positioned as indicated in the figure.

aWARNING

Do not load the crash helmet/glove compartment too much.

Maximum allowed weight:

–•+4 kg

–Ì5 kg

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The tool kit (1) is fixed under the saddle, inside the crash helmet/glove compartment.

To reach it:

Raise the saddle, see p. 22 (UNLOCKING / LOCKING THE SADDLE).

The tool kit includes:

–4 mm hexagon spanner;

–•+ 16 mm spark plug socket spanner;

–Ì18 mm spark plug socket spanner;

–socket spanner rod;

–8/10 mm socket spanner;

–double-ended, cross-/cut-headed screwdriver;

–square pin spanner;

–tool case.

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The rear mudguard extension (2) is provided as standard equipment and can be installed if the vehicle is used on wet roads, since it reduces the reach of the water spray caused by the rear wheel.

NOTE The vehicle is supplied with the rear mudguard extension (2) already installed in the countries where this is required for the homologation.

For the installation of the rear mudguard extension, proceed as follows:

Raise the saddle, see p. 22 (UNLOCKING / LOCKING THE SADDLE).

Take the rear mudguard extension (2) out of the crash helmet/glove compartment together with the screws and relevant nuts provided for the fastening.

Unscrew and remove the nuts (3).

Remove the reflector (4).

Unscrew and remove the nut (5).

Withdraw the screw (6).

Position the rear mudguard extension (2) inside the number plate holder support

(7).

Position the reflector (4) and tighten the relevant nuts (3).

Insert the screw (6) and tighten the relevant nut (5).

Make sure that the rear mudguard extension (2) is positioned correctly.

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aWARNING

The fuel used for internal combustion engines is extremely inflammable and in particular conditions it can become explosive. It is important to carry out the refuelling and the maintenance operations in a well-ventilated area, with the engine off. Do not smoke while refuelling or near fuel vapours, in any case avoid any contact with naked flames, sparks and any other heat source to prevent the fuel from catching fire or from exploding. Further, prevent fuel from flowing out of the fuel filler, as it could catch fire when getting in contact with the red-hot surfaces of the engine. In case some fuel has accidentally been spilt, make sure that the area is completely dry before starting the vehicle.

Since petrol expands under the heat of the sun and due to the effects of sun radiation, never fill the tank to the brim. Screw the cap carefully after refuelling. Avoid any contact of the fuel with the skin and the inhalation of vapours; do not swallow fuel or pour it from a receptacle into another by means of a tube.

DO NOT DISPOSE OF FUEL IN THE ENVIRONMENT.

KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.

• + Use only leaded (4 Stars U) or unleaded premium grade petrol, min. O.N. 95 (N.O.R.M.) and 85 (N.O.M.M.).

ÌUse only premium grade unleaded petrol, min. O.N. 91 (N.O.R.M.) and 81 (N.O.M.M.).

FUEL TANK CAPACITY (reserve included):

–•+9,5 L

–Ì9,6 L

TANK RESERVE:

–•+1,8 L

–Ì1,5 L

To reach the filler cap, proceed as follows:

Insert the key (1) in the fuel flap lock (2), positioned between the footrest platforms.

Turn the key clockwise, pull it and open the fuel flap.

Unscrew the filler cap (3).

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aWARNING

Oil can cause serious damage to the skin if handled every day and for long periods.

Wash your hands carefully after using oil.

In case any maintenance operation has to be carried out, it is advisable to use latex gloves.

KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.

DO NOT DISPOSE OF OIL IN THE ENVIRONMENT.

aCAUTION

Proceed with care. Do not spill the oil!

Take care not to smear any component, the area in which you are working and the surrounding area. Carefully remove any trace of oil.

In case of leakages or malfunctions, contact an APRILIA Official Dealer.

TRANSMISSION OIL

Have the transmission oil level checked every 6000 km (3750 mi).

It is necessary to have the transmission oil changed after the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 12000 km (7500 mi).

To check the oil level and to change the oil, contact an aprilia Official Dealer.

ENGINE OIL

Check the engine oil level every 1000 km (625 mi), see p. 45 (CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL AND TOPPING UP).

NOTE Use high-quality oils, see p. 72 (LUBRICANT CHART).

•+The use of oils with SAE classification 15W, 20W or 30W (and in any case with density exceeding that of the recommended oil) could make it difficult to start the vehicle if the ambient temperature is below –5°C.

aCAUTION

When topping up the engine oil, never exceed the "MAX" level.

Ì NOTE The engine oil change warning light “j” positioned on the dashboard comes on after the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 3000 km (1875 mi), signalling that it is necessary to change the engine oil.

It is necessary to have the engine oil changed after the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively:

–•+every 6000 km (3750 mi).

–Ìevery 3000 km (1875 mi).

For the oil change, contact an aprilia Official Dealer.

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NOTE This vehicle is provided with front and rear disc brakes, with separate hydraulic circuits.

The following information refers to a single braking system, but is valid for both.

aWARNING

Sudden resistance or clearance problems on the brake lever may be due to troubles in the hydraulic system.

For any doubt regarding the perfect functioning of the braking system and in case you are not able to carry out the

usual checking operations, contact your APRILIA Official Dealer.

aWARNING

Pay special attention to the brake disc and friction material, making sure that they are neither dirty nor oily, especially after maintenance operations or inspections.

Make sure that the brake pipe is neither twisted nor worn out.

KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.

DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FLUID IN THE ENVIRONMENT.

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aWARNING

The brakes are the parts that most ensure your safety and for this reason they must always be perfectly working; check them before every trip.

A dirty disc soils the pads, with consequent reduction of the braking efficiency. Dirty pads must be replaced, while dirty discs must be cleaned with a highquality degreaser.

The brake fluid must be changed every two years by an APRILIA Official Dealer.

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NOTE This vehicle is provided with front and rear disc brakes, with separate hydraulic circuits.

The following information refers to a single braking system, but is valid for both.

When the disc pads wear out, the brake fluid level in the reservoir decreases to automatically compensate for their wear.

The brake reservoirs are positioned under the handlebar cover, near the brake lever couplings.

Periodically check the brake fluid level in the reservoirs, see beside (CHECKING) and the wear of the pads, see p. 48 (CHECKING THE BRAKE PAD WEAR).

aWARNING

Do not use the vehicle if the braking system leaks fluid.

CHECKING

To check the brake fluid level, proceed as follows:

NOTE Position the vehicle on firm and flat ground.

Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

• + Remove the rear-view mirrors, see p. 53 (REMOVING THE REARVIEW MIRRORS).

Ì Move the rubber heat protection screen (1) downwards.

Rotate the handlebar, so that the fluid contained in the brake reservoir is parallel to the “MIN” mark stamped on the glass gauge (2).

Make sure that the fluid contained in the reservoir exceeds the "MIN" mark stamped on the glass gauge (2).

MIN = minimum level.

If the fluid does not reach at least the "MIN" mark:

aCAUTION

When the disc pads wear out, the level of the fluid decreases progressively to compensate for their wear.

Check the brake pad wear, see p. 48 (CHECKING THE BRAKE PAD WEAR) and the disc wear.

If the pads and/or the disc do not need replacing:

Contact an aprilia Official Dealer, who will provide for topping up.

aCAUTION

Check the braking efficiency.

In case of excessive stroke of the brake lever or reduced efficiency of the braking system, contact an APRILIA Official Dealer, since it may be necessary to bleed the system.

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