Aprilia RS50 2004 Owner's manual
8202412
© 2004 aprilia s.p.a. - Noale (VE)
★
SAFETY WARNINGS
INFORMATION
First edition: january 2004
Reprint:
Producido e impreso por:
DECA s.r.l.
Via Risorgimento, 23/1 - Lugo (RA) - Italia
Tel. +39 - 0545 35235
Fax +39 - 0545 32844
E-mail: deca@decaweb.it
www.decaweb.it
por cuenta de:
aprilia s.p.a.
via G. Galilei, 1 - 30033 Noale (VE) - Italy
Tel. +39 - (0)41 58 29 111
Fax +39 - (0)41 44 10 54
www.aprilia.com
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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
symbol 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!
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard which may
result in serious injury or even death.
CAUTION
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.
The operations preceded by this
symbol must be repeated 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.
Any mention to the use of the vehicle with
passenger is to be intended as referred
only to the countries where this is allowed.
WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS GENERAL ADVICE
Before starting the engine, carefully read
this manual and in particular the chapters
≈WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS - GENERAL ADVICE∆ and ≈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
RIDING SAFELY. Therefore, get a thorough knowledge of the vehicle, in such a
way as to be able to drive in the traffic safely.
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 antipollu-
tion 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 re-
placed with others homologated for use in
the country in question;
√ carry out the required periodical inspec-
tions.
NOTE Soon after purchasing the vehi-
cle, write down the identification data indicated on the SPARE PARTS IDENTIFICATION LABEL in the table here below. The
label is positioned under the rider saddle;
to read it, it is necessary to remove the rider saddle, see p. 52 (REMOVING THE
RIDER SADDLE).
These data indicate:
√ YEAR = year of manufacture (Y, 1, 2, ...);
√ I.M. = modification code (A, B, C, ...);
√ COUNTRY CODES = homologation
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.
In this manual the various versions are indicated by the following symbols:
optional
J
catalytic version
L
VERSION:
Italy
+
United Kingdom
4
Austria
>
Portugal
M
Finland
(
Belgium
$
Germany
A
France
C
Spain
'
Greece
)
Holland
/
Switzerland
6
Denmark
&
Japan
,
2
P
F
e
@
*
#
R
g
1
K
%
Singapore
Slovenia
Israel
South Korea
Malaysia
Chile
Croatia
Australia
United States
of America
Brazil
South Africa
New Zealand
Canada
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFE DRIVE .........................................................5
BASIC SAFETY RULES ................................. 6
CLOTHING ..................................................... 9
ACCESSORIES............................................10
LOAD ............................................................10
ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN ELEMENTS ...12
ARRANGEMENT
OF THE INSTRUMENTS/CONTROLS ...............14
INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS ..................14
INSTRUMENTS
AND INDICATORS TABLE........................... 15
MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS ...................16
CONTROLS ON THE LEFT PART
OF THE HANDLEBAR..................................16
CONTROLS ON THE RIGHT PART
OF THE HANDLEBAR..................................17
IGNITION SWITCH.......................................18
STEERING LOCK.........................................18
AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT...................................19
GLOVE/TOOL KIT COMPARTMENT........... 19
REAR MUDGUARD EXTENSION
(in the countries where required) .................. 19
SPECIAL TOOLS -..................................20
MAIN COMPONENTS.........................................21
FUEL............................................................. 21
TRANSMISSION OIL....................................21
BRAKE FLUID-recommendations ................22
DISC BRAKES..............................................22
FRONT BRAKE ............................................23
REAR BRAKE...............................................24
2 STROKE OIL TANK...................................25
ADJUSTING THE SHIFTING LEVER........... 25
ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE ................. 26
ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH.......................... 27
COOLANT ....................................................28
TYRES..........................................................29
CATALYTIC SILENCER # ;........ 30
EXHAUST SILENCER ;..........................30
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ................................31
PRELIMINARY
CHECKING OPERATIONS...........................31
STARTING ....................................................32
DEPARTURE AND DRIVE............................34
RUNNING-IN.................................................37
STOPPING....................................................37
PARKING ......................................................37
SUGGESTIONS TO PREVENT THEFT .......38
MAINTENANCE..................................................39
REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART..40
IDENTIFICATION DATA ...............................42
POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE
FRONT SUPPORT STAND -...................42
POSITIONING THE VEHICLE
ON THE REAR SUPPORT STAND -.......43
CHECKING THE TRANSMISSION
OIL LEVEL AND TOPPING UP.....................44
CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION OIL........45
FRONT WHEEL ............................................46
REAR WHEEL...............................................48
DRIVE CHAIN ...............................................50
REMOVING THE RIDER SADDLE...............52
REMOVING THE SIDE FAIRINGS ...............52
LIFTING THE FUEL TANK............................53
AIR CLEANER ..............................................54
REMOVING THE EXHAUST SILENCER......54
INSPECTING THE FRONT
AND REAR SUSPENSIONS.........................55
CHECKING THE BRAKE PAD WEAR..........56
IDLING ADJUSTMENT .................................57
ADJUSTING
THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL.................57
SPARK PLUG ...............................................58
BATTERY ..................................................... 59
LONG INACTIVITY OF THE BATTERY .......59
CHECKING AND CLEANING
THE TERMINALS .........................................60
REMOVING THE BATTERY.........................60
CHECKING
THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL........................61
RECHARGING THE BATTERY.................... 61
INSTALLING THE BATTERY ....................... 61
CHANGING THE FUSE................................ 62
CLEANING THE EXHAUST SILENCER
AND THE EXHAUST TERMINAL.................62
CHECKING THE SIDE STAND ................... 64
CHECKING THE SWITCHES....................... 64
ADJUSTING THE VERTICAL
HEADLIGHT BEAM ......................................65
BULBS ..........................................................65
CHANGING THE HEADLIGHT BULBS........ 66
CHANGING THE FRONT AND REAR
DIRECTION INDICATOR BULBS.................67
CHANGING
THE REAR LIGHT BULB.............................. 68
TRANSPORT ......................................................68
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK .......................69
CLEANING ..........................................................70
LONG PERIODS OF INACTIVITY................ 71
TECHNICAL DATA .............................................72
LUBRICANT CHART .................................... 75
Importers....................................................... 77
Importers....................................................... 78
Importers....................................................... 79
Importers....................................................... 80
WIRING DIAGRAM - RS 50.......................... 81
WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - RS 50 .................82
safe drive
BASIC SAFETY RULES
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.
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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.
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.
WARNING
Always drive with both hands on the
handlebars and both feet on the footrests (or on the rider’s footboards), in
the correct driving posture.
Avoid standing up or stretching your
limbs while driving.
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OIL
COOLER
The driver should pay attention and avoid
distractions caused by people, things and
movements (never smoke, eat, drink, read,
etc.) while driving.
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Use only the vehicle»s specific fuels and lubricants indicated in the ≈LUBRICANT
CHART∆; check the 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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ONLY ORIGINALS
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.
Any modification of the engine or of other
members which is aimed at increasing the
speed or the power of the vehicle is prohibited by the law; in fact, any modification resulting in an increase of the maximum
speed or of the engine displacement would
change the scooter into a motorcycle,
which implies the following obligations for
the owner:
√ new homologation;
√ new registration;
√ appropriate driving license.
Further, said modifications cause the loss
of the insurance cover, since insurance
policies expressly prohibit to make technical changes aimed at increasing the vehicle performance levels.
For the reasons stated above, the failure to
comply with the tampering prohibition is
punished by law with apposite sanctions
(including the confiscation of the vehicle),
which, according to the case, can be combined with the sanctions provided for not
using the crash helmet and/or the number
plate, for the violation of fiscal obligations
(ownership tax) and with penal sanctions
provided for using the vehicle without driving license.
Never race with other vehicles.
Avoid off-road driving.
CLOTHING
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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ACCESSORIES
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.
Large fairings and windscreens assembled
on the vehicle can produce aerodynamic
forces capable of compromising the stability of the vehicle while driving.
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 genuine accessories (aprilia genuine accessories).
LOAD
Be careful and moderate when loading
your luggage. Keep any luggage loaded as
close as possible to the centre of the vehicle and distribute the load uniformly on
both sides, in order to reduce imbalance to
the minimum. Furthermore, make sure that
the load is firmly secured to the vehicle, especially during long trips.
KG!
Avoid hanging bulky, heavy and/or dangerous objects on the handlebars, mudguards
and forks, because 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 and do not ride with the crash
helmet hanging from its string, because it
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 luggage rack.
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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ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN ELEMENTS
KEY
1) Left rear-view mirror
2) Radiator cap
3) Radiator
4) Fuel tank plug
5) Spark plug
6) Fuel tap
8) Fuse carrier
9) Passenger left footrest
(snapping, closed/open)
(in the countries where required)
10) Drive chain
11) Side stand (with automatic return)
7) Battery
12) Rider left footrest
(with spring, always open)
13) Shifting lever
14) Left fairing
15) Horn
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KEY
1) Glove/tool kit compartment
2) 2 stroke oil tank
3) 2 stroke oil tank plug
4) Rider saddle
5) Saddle lock
6) Air cleaner
7) Ignition switch/steering lock
8) Right rear-view mirror
9) Front brake fluid tank
10) Dashboard
11) Cold start lever
12) Rear brake fluid tank
13) Rear brake pump
14) Rear brake control lever
15) Rider right footrest
(with spring, always open)
16) Passenger right footrest
(snapping, closed/open)
(in the countries where required)
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ARRANGEMENT OF THE INSTRUMENTS/CONTROLS
INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS
KEY
1) Ignition switch/steering lock (
2) Direction indicator switch (
3) Horn push button (
4) Dimmer switch (
5) High beam signalling push button (
6) Clutch lever
7) Instruments and indicators
8) Front brake lever
9) Throttle grip
10) Start push button (
11) Engine stop switch (
(in the countries where required)
12) Cold start lever (
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)
- )
)
- )
)
- - + )
( )
)
KEY
1) Revolution counter
2) Coolant temperature indicator ()
3) Green right direction indicator warning light (
4) Green neutral indicator warning light (
5) Red 2 stroke oil reserve warning light (
6) Blue high beam warning light (
7) Green low beam warning light (
8) Green left direction indicator warning light (
9) Partial kilometres odometer
10) Odometer trip control
11) Total kilometres odometer
12) Speedometer
12) Speedometer - only km/h scale
)
)
)
)
;
* )
) )
INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS TABLE
Description Function
Right direction indicator warning light (
Left direction indicator warning light (
High beam warning light (
Low beam warning light (
Revolution counter (rpm) Indicates the number of revolutions of the engine per minute.
Coolant temperature indicator (
2 stroke oil reserve
warning light (
Blinks when the right direction indicator is on.
*)
Blinks when the left direction indicator is on.
))
Comes on when the headlight is in ≈high beam∆ position or when the high beam signalling is operated.
)
It comes on when the headlight is in low beam position.
)
It indicates the approximate temperature of the coolant in the engine.
When the pointer starts moving beyond the ≈min∆ level, the temperature is sufficient for driving the
vehicle.
The normal running temperature range is indicated by the central area of the scale.
)
If the pointer reaches the red area, stop the engine and check the coolant level, see p. 28 (COOLANT).
CAUTION
It comes on when the quantity of 2 stroke oil left in the tank is equal to 0.35
)
CAUTION
If the maximum allowed temperature is exceeded (red area “max” of the
scale), the engine may be seriously damaged.
If the warning light comes on, this means that the 2 stroke oil reserve is
being used; in this case, provide for topping up, see p. 25 (2 STROKE
OIL TANK).
l.
Neutral indicator warning light (
Partial kilometres odometer
Odometer trip control
Total kilometres odometer
Speedometer
) Comes on when the gear is in neutral.
It indicates the partial number of kilometres covered. To set it to zero, use the odometer trip control.
Rotate it anticlockwise to set the partial kilometres odometer to zero.
It indicates the total number of kilometres covered.
It indicates the driving speed.
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MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS
NOTE The electrical parts work only when the ignition switch
is in position ≈
The lighting system works only when the engine is running.
CONTROLS ON THE LEFT PART OF THE HANDLEBAR
1) HORN PUSH BUTTON (
The horn is activated when the push button is pressed.
2) DIRECTION INDICATOR SWITCH ( ( )
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.
3) DIMMER SWITCH ( - )
When it is in position ≈
light and the low beam are always on.
When it is in position ≈∆, the high beam comes on.
∆.
)
∆ the parking lights, the dashboard
NOTE The lights can be switched off only by stopping the
engine.
4) HIGH BEAM SIGNALLING PUSH BUTTON ()
It makes it possible to use the high beam for signalling to
forthcoming vehicles while overtaking and in case of peril
and/or emergency.
5) COLD START LEVER ()
The starter for the cold start of the engine is operated by rotating the lever "
the lever "
" downwards. To disconnect the starter, move
" to its initial position.
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CONTROLS ON THE RIGHT PART OF THE HANDLEBAR
1) ENGINE STOP SWITCH (
(in the countries where required)
- )
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine stop switch “- ” in running
conditions.
This is a safety or emergency switch. With the switch in posi-
∆, it is possible to start the engine; the engine can be
tion ≈
stopped by moving the switch to position ≈
∆.
CAUTION
With stopped engine and ignition switch in position “”,
the battery may discharge.
When the vehicle has come to rest, after stopping the engine, move the ignition switch to position “
2) START PUSH BUTTON (
When the start push button ≈
the engine run. For the starting, see p. 32 (STARTING).
)
∆ is pressed, the starter makes
”.
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Position Function
Key
removal
IGNITION SWITCH
The ignition switch (1) is positioned on the
upper plate of the steering column.
NOTE The key operates the ignition
switch/steering lock, the saddle lock and
the fuel tank lock.
Two keys are supplied together with the
vehicle (one spare key).
STEERING LOCK
WARNING
Never turn the key to position “+” in
running conditions, in order to avoid
losing control of the vehicle.
OPERATION
To lock the steering:
◆
Turn the handlebar completely leftwards
(or rightwards).
◆
Turn the key to position ≈∆.
◆
Press the key and rotate it to position ≈+∆.
◆
Extract the key.
+
Steering
lock
The steering is
locked.
It is neither
possible to
start the
engine, nor
to switch on
the lights.
Neither the
engine, nor
the lights
can be
switched on.
The engine
and the
lights can be
switched on.
It is possible to
remove the
key.
It is possible to
remove the
key.
It is not possible to
remove the
key.
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AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT
GLOVE/TOOL KIT COMPARTMENT
The glove/tool kit compartment is positioned under the rider saddle; to reach it:
◆
Remove the rider saddle, see p. 52 (REMOVING THE RIDER SADDLE).
The tool kit (1) includes:
√ 3 mm, 4 mm, , 5 mm allen spanners
√ 10-11 mm double fork spanner
√ 21-22 mm spark plug socket spanner
√ Double-ended, cross-/cut headedscrew-
driver
√ Bent pin for socket spanner
√ Tool case
Max. allowed weight: 1.5 kg
REAR MUDGUARD EXTENSION
(in the countries where required)
The extension of the rear mudguard (2) is
extremely useful when the road surface is
wet, in fact it reduces the reach of the water spray caused by the rear wheel.
NOTE The rear mudguard extension (2)
is supplied as standard component in the
countries where this is required for the homologation.
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SPECIAL TOOLS -
To perform some specific operations, it is
advisable to use the following special
tools (to be requested to an aprilia Official
Dealer):
Tool Operations Page
Support pins
(1) for the rear
support stand.
Rear support
stand (2)
Front support
stand (3)
Positioning of the vehicle
on the rear stand.
Rear wheel disassembly.
Drive chain adjustment.
Front wheel disassembly.
43
47
50
46
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MAIN COMPONENTS
FUEL
WARNING
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 has completely dried and before starting the vehicle verify that there is no fuel inside
the fuel filler neck.
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 plug up 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 or unleaded premium
grade petrol (4 Stars
(N.O.R.M.) and 85 (N.O.M.M.).
# ;
conformity with the DIN 51607 standard,
min. O.N. 95 (N.O.R.M.) and 85
(N.O.M.M.).
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
(reserve included): 13
TANK RESERVE: 2.6 l (mechanical reserve)
To refuel, proceed as follows:
◆
Insert the key (1) in the tank plug lock
(2).
◆
Turn the key anticlockwise, pull and
open the fuel flap.
Use only unleaded petrol, in
), min. O.N. 95
l
TRANSMISSION OIL
Check the transmission oil level every
4000 km (2500 mi), see p. 44 (CHECKING THE TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL
AND TOPPING UP).
Change the transmission oil after the first
500 km (312 mi) and successively every
8000 km (5000 mi), see p. 45 (CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION OIL).
NOTE Use high-quality 75W-90 oil, see
p. 75 (LUBRICANT CHART).
CAUTION
The oil can cause serious damage to
the skin if handled every day and for
long periods.
Wash your hands carefully after using
the oil.
Do not dispose of the oil in the environment.
Put it in a sealed container and take it to
the filling station where you usually buy
it or to an oil salvage center.
In case any maintenance operation has
to be carried out, it is advisable to use
latex gloves.
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BRAKE FLUID-recommendations
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.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
Make sure that the brake discs are neither oily nor greasy, especially after
maintenance or checking operations.
Check that the brake cables are neither
twisted nor worn out.
Prevent water or dust from accidentally
getting into the circuit.
In case maintenance operations are to
be performed on the hydraulic circuit, it
is advisable to use latex gloves.
If the brake fluid gets in contact with the
skin or the eyes, it can cause serious irritations.
Carefully wash the parts of your body
that get in contact with the liquid.
Consult a doctor or an oculist if the liquid gets in contact with your eyes.
Do not dispose of the brake fluid in the
environment.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
CAUTION
When using the brake fluid, take care
not to spill it on the plastic or painted
parts, since it can damage them.
DISC BRAKES
WARNING
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.
The brake fluid must be changed once a
year by an aprilia Official Dealer.
Use brake fluid of the type specified in
the lubricant chart, see p. 75 (LUBRICANT CHART).
This vehicle is provided with front and rear
hydraulic disc brakes.
When the disc pads wear out, the level of
the fluid decreases to automatically compensate for their wear.
The front brake fluid tank is positioned on
the right part of the handlebar, near the
front brake lever coupling.
The rear brake fluid tank is positioned under the upper part of the fairing, on the
right side of the vehicle.
Periodically check the brake fluid level in
the tanks, see p. 23 (FRONT BRAKE),
p. 24 (REAR BRAKE) and the wear of the
pads, see p. 56 (CHECKING THE BRAKE
PAD WEAR).
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FRONT BRAKE
CHECKING
NOTE Position the vehicle on firm and
flat ground.
◆
Position the vehicle on the stand.
◆
Rotate the handlebar leftwards, so that
the fluid contained in the reservoir is parallel to the reservoir edge (1).
◆
Make sure that the brake fluid contained
in the tank covers the glass gauge (2)
completely.
◆
If not, provide for topping up.
TOPPING UP
CAUTION
The brake fluid may flow out of the reservoir. Do not operate the brake lever if
the screws (3) are loose or, most important, if the brake fluid tank cover has
been removed.
◆
Unscrew the two screws (3).
◆
Remove the cover (4).
NOTE In order not to spill the brake fluid
while topping up, keep the fluid in the reservoir parallel to the reservoir rim.
WARNING
Avoid any prolonged exposure of the
brake fluid to the air.
The brake fluid is hygroscopic and
when in contact with the air it absorbs
its humidity.
Leave the brake fluid tank open ONLY
for the time necessary for topping up.
◆
Remove the gasket (5).
CAUTION
When topping up, never exceed the
“MAX” level.
It is advisable to top up until reaching
the “MAX” level only with new pads.
Do not reach the “MAX” level with worn
out pads, since this will cause a fluid
outflow when the pads are changed.
NOTE In order to reach the ≈MAX∆ level,
top up until covering the glass (2) completely, with the brake fluid reservoir rim
parallel to the ground.
◆
Fill the tank with brake fluid, see p. 75
(LUBRICANT CHART), until it covers the
glass completely.
◆
Put back the gasket (5) in its seat correctly.
◆
Put back the cover (4).
◆
Screw and tighten the two screws (3).
CAUTION
Check the braking efficiency. If necessary, contact your aprilia Official Dealer.
In case of excessive stroke of the brake
lever, of excessive elasticity or in case
there is air in the circuit, contact your
aprilia Official Dealer, since it may be
necessary to bleed the system.
When the disc pads wear out, the level
of the fluid decreases progressively to
compensate for their wear.
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REAR BRAKE
CHECKING
NOTE Position the vehicle on firm and
flat ground.
WARNING
Danger of fall or overturning.
When the vehicle is straightened from
the parking position to the driving position, the stand goes automatically up.
◆
Keep the vehicle in vertical position, so
that the fluid contained in the tank (1) is
parallel to the plug (2).
◆
Make sure that the fluid level exceeds
the ≈MIN∆ mark.
◆
If the fluid does not reach the ≈MIN∆
mark, provide for topping up.
TOPPING UP
CAUTION
The brake fluid may flow out of the tank.
Do not operate the rear brake lever if the
brake fluid tank plug is loose or has
been removed.
◆
Unscrew and remove the plug (2).
WARNING
Avoid any prolonged exposure of the
brake fluid to the air.
The brake fluid is hygroscopic and
when in contact with the air it absorbs
its humidity.
Leave the brake fluid tank open ONLY
for the time necessary for topping up.
NOTE In order not to spill the brake fluid
while topping up, keep the fluid in the tank
parallel to the tank rim (in horizontal position).
◆
Remove the gasket (3).
◆
By means of a syringe, top up the brake
fluid tank (1), see p. 75 (LUBRICANT
CHART) until reaching the correct level
between the ≈MIN∆ and ≈MAX∆ marks.
CAUTION
It is advisable to top up until reaching
the “MAX” level only with new pads.
When the disc pads wear out, the level
of the fluid decreases progressively to
compensate for their wear.
Do not reach the “MAX” level with worn
out pads, since this will cause a fluid
outflow when the pads are changed.
◆
To reassemble the components, follow
the reverse order.
WARNING
Check the braking efficiency. If necessary, contact your aprilia Official Dealer.
In case of excessive stroke of the brake
lever, of excessive elasticity or in case
there is air in the circuit, contact your
aprilia Official Dealer, since it may be
necessary to bleed the system.
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2 STROKE OIL TANK
Top up the 2 stroke oil tank every 500 km
(312 mi).
The vehicle is provided with a separate
mixer that ensures the mixing of petrol
and oil for the engine lubrication, see p. 75
(LUBRICANT CHART).
The 2 stroke oil reserve is indicated by the
coming on of the 2 stroke oil reserve warning light ≈
see p. 14 (INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS).
∆ positioned on the dashboard,
CAUTION
The use of the vehicle without 2 stroke
oil causes serious damages to the engine.
If you run out of oil in the 2 stroke oil
tank or if the mixer oil pipe has been removed, contact an aprilia Official Dealer, who will provide for bleeding the
system.
This operation is indispensable, since
the running of the engine with air in the
mixer oil system may result in serious
damage to the engine.
To introduce the 2 stroke oil in the tank,
proceed as follows:
◆
Remove the rider saddle, see p. 52 (REMOVING THE RIDER SADDLE).
◆
Remove the plug (1).
TANK CAPACITY: 1.6
TANK RESERVE: 0.35 l
l
CAUTION
Carefully wash your hands after handling the oil.
Do not dispose of the 2 stroke oil in the
environment.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
ADJUSTING THE SHIFTING LEVER
It is possible to adjust the position of the
shifting lever by means of the rod (2), proceeding as follows:
◆
Loosen the nuts (3, 4).
◆
Rotate the rod and adjust the shifting lever height.
◆
Tighten the nuts (3, 4).
The gearshift lever pin is kept greased
thanks to the appropriate slot.
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ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE
The brake pedal is positioned ergonomically during the assembly of the vehicle.
If necessary, it is possible to adjust the
height of the brake pedal:
◆
Loosen the lock nut (1).
◆
Unscrew the brake adjuster (2) completely.
◆
Screw the lock nut (3) completely on the
pump control rod (4).
◆
Screw the pump control rod (4) completely, then unscrew it by giving 3-4 turns.
◆
Screw the brake adjuster (2) until the
brake pedal (5) reaches the desired
height.
◆
Lock the brake adjuster (2) by means of
the lock nut (1).
◆
Unscrew the pump control rod (4) and
bring it in contact with the pump piston.
◆
Screw the rod in order to ensure a minimum clearance of 0.5÷1 mm between
the pump control rod (4) and the pump
piston.
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CAUTION
Make sure that there is a certain clearance between the brake adjuster and
the point of contact, to prevent the
brake from remaining operated and the
consequent untimely wear of the braking elements.
Clearance between brake adjuster and
point of contact: 0.5 ÷ 1 mm.
◆
Lock the pump control rod by means of
the lock nut (3).
WARNING
Check the braking efficiency.
If necessary, contact an aprilia Official
Dealer.
After the adjustment, make sure that the
wheel rotates freely with released
brake.
Minor adjustments can be carried out by
means of the adjuster (1):
◆
Withdraw the protection element (2).
◆
Loosen the nut (3) (by screwing it).
◆
Rotate the adjuster (1), until the idle
stroke at the end of the clutch lever is
about 10…15 mm (see figure).
◆
Tighten the nut (3) (by unscrewing it) and
lock the adjuster (1).
◆
Check the idle stroke at the end of the
clutch lever.
◆
Put back the protection element (2).
ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH
Adjust the clutch and if the engine stops or
tends to advance when the clutch lever is
pulled and the gears are engaged, or if the
clutch slips causing a delay in the acceleration in comparison with the engine speed.
WARNING
If it is not possible to obtain a correct
adjustment or if the clutch does not
function properly, contact your aprilia
Official Dealer.
NOTE Make sure that the clutch cable is
intact: the inner cable and outer sheat must
not be worn or flattened at any point.
◆
Periodically lubricate the clutch cable
with a suitable lubricant, see p. 75 (LUBRICANT CHART), in order to avoid its
untimely wear and corrosion.
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