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USER MANUAL AREA 51 APRILIA

This manual is to be considered an integral part of the vehicle, which must be delivered complete with it also in case of resale.

aprilia s.p.a. reserves the right to modify its models at any time, without prejudice to the main characteristics here described.

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

The mention to products or services supplied by third parties is made only for information purposes and is not binding in any case.

aprilia s.p.a takes no responsibility as to the performance or the use of said products.

First edition: may 1998

Produced and printed by:

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FOREWORD Before starting the engine, carefully read this manual, paying particular attention to the chapter "RIDING SAFELY".

Your and other people’s safety depends not only on your quick- ness 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.

For the controls and repairs not expressiy described in this man- ual, for the purchase of aprilia Genuine Spare Parts, accesso- ries and other products, as well as for specific technical advice, contact only aprilia Authorized Outiets and Official Dealers, who can ensure you reliable and prompt servicing.

Thank you for choosing api

. We wish you a nice ride.

When asking your Dealer for spare parts, specify the spare parts code indicated on the SPARE PARTS IDENTIFICATION LA- BEL. Write down the identification code in the space here below, in order to remember it also in case of loss or deterioration of the label.

The label is glued onto the right beam of the frame: to be able to read it, remove the front inspection cover, see p. 46 (REMOVING THE FRONT INSPECTION COVER).

EL beat TIVIWIXTY SPARE PARTS [A |[8|C|Dl|E CODE NUMBER TIuwTaTPIs"|8]0[F]EIGR

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Carefully observe the instructions preceded by the following waming signs:

À Safety norms and regulations to protect the driver and other people from severe injuries or grave risks.

Indications to make the operations easier. Technical information.

* The operations preceded by this symbol must be re- peated on the opposite side of the vehicle.

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

ET automatic light switching version (Automatic Switch-on Device) optional

VERSION: OO «+ @ Holland © s5ermuda @ United Kingdom @ switerand ŒD United Sites O actria D venmark D Australia © ru O ;r © sex

@ rintand © singapore D south Africa O® scoium © Poland @ new Zealand Lo AE ® sr Œ canada @ rence D south korea DD Hungary O® sean D mlaysia © siovenia @ crecce @ cnie

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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFE DRIVE. BASIC SAFETY RULES CLOTHING ACCESSORIES . LOAD .

AFTER A PERIOD OF INACTIVITY TECHNICAL DATA … LUBRICANT CHART Importers … WIRING DIAGRAM Area 51 … WIRING DIAGRAM KEY Area 51

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

Gradually get to know the vehicle by driv-

ing it firstin areas with low traffic and/or pri- vate areas.

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

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

Most road accidents are caused by the drivers 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 na- tional and local road regulations.

Avoid abrupt movements that can be dan- gerous 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 driv- ing conditions.

Avoid obstacles that could damage the ve- hicle or make you lose control.

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

Always drive with both hands on the han- diebars and both feet 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.

Use only the vehicles specific fuels and lu- bricants (indicated in the “LUBRICANT CHART”); check all oil, fuel and coolant levels regularty.

Ifthe vehicle has been involved in an acci- dent, make sure that no damage has oc- curred to the control levers, pipes, wires, braking system and vital parts.

Ifnecessary, have the vehicle inspected by an aprilia Official Dealer, who should care- fully check the frame, handlebars, suspen- sions, safety parts and all the devices that you cannot check by yourself.

Always remember to report any malfunc- tion 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 indica- tors, lights and homs.

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 oftthe vehicle is prohib- ited by the law in fact, any modification re- sulting 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:

— appropriate driving license.

ONLY ORIGINALS Further, said modifications cause the loss of the insurance cover, since insurance policies expressly prohibit to make techni- cal changes aimed at increasing the vehi- cle 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 com- bined 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 driv- ing 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 mov- ing 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).

ACCESSORIES The owner of the vehicle is responsible for the choice, installation and use of any ac- cessory.

Avoid installing accessories that cover hors 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 tums. Avoid using accessories that hamper access to the controls, since this can pro- long reaction times during an emergency. Large fairings and windscreens assembled on the vehicle can produce aerodynamic forces capable of compromising the stabili- ty 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 elec- tical overloads, because the vehicle could suddenly stop or there could be a danger- ous current shortage in the hom and in the lights. aprilia recommends the use of “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 vehi- cle and distribute the load uniformly on both sides, in order to reduce imbalance to the minimum. Furthermore, make sure that the load is fimiy secured to the vehicle, es- pecially during long trips.

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Avoid hanging bulky, heavy and/or danger- ous objects on the handiebars, mudguards and forks, because the vehicle might re- spond more slowly in turns and its ma- noeuvrability could be unavoidably im- paired.

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

Do not carry any bag if it is not tightiy se- cured to the vehicle.

Do not carry bags which protrude too much from the luggage-rack or which cover the lights, hom 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 compro- mised.

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ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN ELEMEN KEY

1) Brake fluid reservoir (rear brake) 8) Transmission oil drain plug

2) Coolant expansion tank plug 9) Centre stand

3) Coolant expansion tank 10) Kick starter

4) Fuse carrier 11) Passenger left footrest (snapping, closed/open) 5) Battery in the countries where required)

6) Saddie lock 12) Air cleaner

7) Transmission oil filling cap 13) Left inspection cover

Rear inspection cover

Ignition switch/steering lock Front inspection cover

Brake fluid reservoir (front brake)

8) Hom 9) Fuel tank 10) Right inspection cover 11) Anti-theft hook (for the aprilia ‘“Body-Guard” armored cable El) 12) Passenger right footrest (snapping, closed/open) in the countries where required)

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ARRANGEMENT OF THE INSTRUMENTS KEY 1) Cold start lever (I\|) 2) Electric controls on the left side of the handiebar 3) Rear brake lever 4) Left rear-view mirror (not provided in the @ version) 5) Instruments and indicators 6) Right rear-view mirror (in the countries where required) 7) Throttle grip 8) Front brake lever 9) Electric controls on the right side of the handlebar 10) Ignition switch/steering lock (O - & -&)

INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS KEY

Amber low fuel waming light (R) Green low beam warning light ED) Blue high beam warning light 600 Multifunction digital display: - Fuel level indicator (a) (indicator scale on the left) - Clock - Speedometer - Odometer (Mileage counter for the @> only) - Coolant temperature indicator (+) indicator scale on the right Green direction indicator warning light (& ®) Red 2 stroke oil reserve warning light (#2) SET and MODE programming push buttons

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INSTRUMENT AND INDICATOR TABLE Description Function

Direction indicator warning light <® |itblinks when the direction indicators are on. Itcomes on when the ignition switch is in position “O)", thus checking the proper functioning of the LED. Ifthe LED does not come on during the starting, contact an aprilia Authorized Dealer.

2 stroke oil reserve warning light er

I the waming light comes on and does not go out after the check, or if it comes on dur- ng normal functioning, this means that the 2-stroke oil reserve is being used; in this case, top up the 2-stroke oil tank, see p. 24 (2 STROKE OIL TANK).

Low beam warning light

It comes on when the headlight is in low beam position.

CLIS It comes on when the headlight in high beam position.

Low fuel warning light # | Itcomes on when the quantity of fuel left in the tank is about 240,5 / Itindicates the approximate fuel level in the tank. When the fuel tank is full, the indicator scale is completely lit up in correspondence with the gray refer- Fuel level indicator M | ence mark (on the left upper side).

As the fuel level decreases, the lit area decreases as well; when it reaches the red mark (on the left lower side), the low fuel warning light ‘#” comes on.

tion digital display

Itindicates the approximate temperature of the coolant in the engine.

When the indicator scale starts to light up (light blue reference mark on the right lower side), the cool- ant temperature is sufficient to ensure the trouble-free running of the vehicle.

If the lit area on the scale reaches the red mark (on the right upper side) and blinks, stop the engine and check the coolant level, see p. 26 (COOLANT).

À I the maximum allowed temperature is exceeded (indicator scale completely lit up), the engine may be seriously damaged.

Itindicates the instantaneous driving speed in kilometres (or miles for the @ only) according to the presetting, see p. 16 (PROGRAMMING PUSH BUTTONS).

Itindicates the total or partial number of kilometres covered.

Mileage counter (for the @ only)

Itindicates the total or partial number of miles covered.

Itindicates the hour and minutes according to the presetting, see p. 16 (PROGRAMMING PUSH BUT- TONS).

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PROGRAMMING PUSH BUTTONS When the ignition key (1) is turned to posi- tion “O)", the following lights come on si- multaneously on the dashboard:

— amber low fuel warning light (h) (2):

- red 2-stroke oil reserve warning light ) G»

- the entire display (4) for approximately three seconds, after which the speedom- eter (5) will indicate “Ü ” and the follow- ing functions will remain on: the clock (6), the symbols corresponding to the fuel level indicator ‘@"” (7) and to the coolant temperature indicator “E” (8), the arrow “A” (9) under the writing ODO (or TRIP) and the segments (10) indicating the to- tal (or partial) number of kilometres (miles for the @ only) covered.

The position of the arrow “A ” (9) under the writing ODO or TRIP de- pends on the last setting made, see be-

low (SMTCHING FROM TOTAL KILOME- TRES ODOMETER TO TRIP ODOMETER (TOTAL MILEAGE COUNTER / TRIP MILE- AGE COUNTER FOR THE Œ3 ONLY)).

SMITCHING FROM TOTAL KILOMETRES ODOMETER TO TRIP ODOMETER (TO- TAL MILEAGE COUNTER / TRIP MILE- AGE COUNTER FOR THE Œ ONLY)

+ Press and release the MODE push but- ton; the arrow “A ” (9) will move from un- der the writing ODO to under the writing TRIP (or viceversa), and at the same time the segments (10) will indicate the total or partial number of kilometres {miles for the @ only) covered.

ODO = total kilometres odometer (total mileage counter for the Œ> on- y.

TRIP =trip odometer (trip mileage coun- ter for the @ only).

The arrow “A ” (9) will move eve- ry time the MODE push button is pressed and released.

The selected setting appears every time the vehicle is started.

To set the trip odometer (trip mileage counter for the @ only) to zero, pro- ceed as follows:

+ Press and release the MODE push but- ton, in such a way as to move the arrow “A” (9) under the writing TRIP.

+ Press the SET push button for about three seconds and the segments (10) will be set to zero.

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SMITCHING FROMKILOMETRES (knyh) TO MILES (MPH) FOR THE @ ONLY

+ Turn the ignition switch to position “£&" (1).

+ Keep the MODE push button pressed while turning the ignition switch to posi- tion “CO” (12).

For the reverse switching, repeat these operations.

SETTING THE CLOCK (HOURS AND MINUTES)

+ Press the MODE push button for more than three seconds, the segments corre- sponding to the hours (13) will blink.

f the SET push button is pressed and released, the data are changed one by one, while if the SET push button is kept pressed, the data flip over in cyclical sequences.

+ Press the SET push button and select the desired hour.

+ To confirm the hour setting, press the MODE push button for less than three seconds: the segment corresponding to the tens of minutes (14) will blink.

+ Press the SET push button and select the desired figure for the tens of minutes.

+ To confirm the setting of the tens of min- utes, press the MODE push button for less than three seconds: the segment corresponding to the minutes (15) will blink.

+ Press the SET push button and select the desired minutes.

+ To confirm the minute setting, press and release the MODE push button.

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MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS CONTROLS ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR

= 2" c'ecvical parts work only when the ignition switch is in position “CO”.

= MS iohtns system works only when the engine is running.

1) COLD START LEVER (|«|) The starter for the cold start of the engine is operated by rotat- ing the lever upwards. To disconnect the cold start, bring the lever to its initial posi- tion.

2) HORN PUSH BUTTON (x) The hom is activated when the push button is pressed.

3) DIRECTION INDICATOR SWITCH (>) To indicate the turn to the left, move the switch (A) to the left; to indicate the turn to the right, move the switch (A) to the right. To turn off the direction indicator, press the push button (B).

4) DIMMER SWITCH ED - 20) ® © © With the light switch in position “£i", see p. 19 (CONTROLS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR): if the dimmer switch is in position “#0”, the low beamis on, while ifitis in po- sition “=D”, the high beamis on.

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CONTROLS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR

( The electrical parts work only when the ignition switch is in position “CO”.

1 LIGHT SWITCH ED - à When the light switch is in position “e’, the lights are off: when the switch is in position ‘D, the rear parking light and the low beam are on.

1a) LIGHT SMITCH (5: -)© O6 © When the light switch is in position “’, the lights are off; when the switch is in position “r«”, the parking lights are on and whenitis in position “£:", the parking lights and the low or high beam are on. To turn on the low or high beam, use the dimmer switch, see p. 18 (CONTROLS ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR).

1b) DIMMER SWITCH D) When the dimmer switch is in position “D”, the low beam and the parking lights are on; when it is in position “D”, the high beam and the parking lights are on.

= 2e lights can be suitched off only by stopping the engine.

2) START PUSH BUTTON (@) When the start push button is pressed and one of the brake levers (front or rear) is activated at the same time, the starter makes the engine run. For the starting procedure, see p. 30 (STARTING).

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IGNITION SWITCH The ignition switch is positioned on the right side, near the steering column.

@Œ- ee (D opertes the ignition switch/steering lock and the saddle lock.

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

STEERING LOCK Never turn the key to position “&” in running conditions, in order to avoid losing control of the vehicle.

OPERATION To lock the steering:

+ Tum the handiebar completely leftwards.

+ Tum the key (1) to position “ press it.

Œ Turn the key and steer the han- diebar at the same time.

+ Rotate the key (1) anticlockwise (left- wards), steer the handlebar slowly until the key (1) reaches position ‘R”.

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LIARY EQUIPMENT LAN UNLOCKING/LOCKING THE SADDLE To unlock and lift the saddle:

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

+ Insert the key in the saddle lock (1).

+ Tum the key clockwise and raise the saddle (2).

Before lowering and locking the

saddie, make sure that you have not left the key in the crash hel- met/glove compartment.

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

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

CRASH HELMET / GLOVE COMPARTMENT Thanks to the crash helmet/glove compart-

ment, you no longer have to carry the

crash helmet or other objects with you eve-

ry time you park the vehicle.

The compartment is positioned under the

+ Raise the saddie (2), see beside (UN- LOCKING/LOCKING THE SADDLE).

Position the helmet with the opening facing upwards, as shown in the figure.

Do not load the crash hel- met/glove compartment too much.

Maximum allowed weight: 2.5 kg.

ANTI-THEFT HOOK The anti-theft hook (3) is positioned on the right side of the vehicle.

To prevent the vehicle from being stolen, it is advisable to secure it with the aprilia “Body-Guard” armored cable EX (4), avail- able at any aprilia Official Dealer.

Do notuse the hook to liftthe ve- hicle or for any purpose other than securing the vehicle once it

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TOOL KIT The tool kit is hooked to the underside of the saddie.

To reach it, proceed as follows: + Lift the saddle, see p.21 (UNLOCK- ING/LOCKING THE SADDLE).

- n. 121 mm spark plug socket spanner (ei

- n. 1 double-ended, cross-/cut-headed screwdriver (2) type PH size 2 with han- die

— n. 1 3 mm bent hexagon spanner (3)

REAR MUDGUARD EXTENSION The extension of the rear mudguard (4) is extremely useful when the road surface is wet, in fact it reduces the reach of the wa- ter spray caused by the rear wheel.

= re mudguard extension (4) is supplied as standard equip- ment and is positioned in the crash hel- met / glove compartment.

For the installation, proceed as follows:

+ Raise the saddle, see p. 21 (UNLOCK- ING/LOCKING THE SADDLE).

+ Remove the rear mudguard extension {) together with the screws and the rele- vant fastening nuts from the crash hel- met / glove compartment.

+ Unscrew and remove the screw (5).

+ Position the rear mudguard extension (4) inside the number plate-holder support (6).

+ Moderately tighten the screw (5).

Œ Only for @: the three screws (7) and the relevant nuts serve also for the fastening of the number plate.

+ @® insert the three screws (7) and screw the relevant nuts.

+ Insert the two screws (8) and screw the relevant nuts.

+ Make sure thatthe rear mudguard exten- sion (4) is positioned correctiy.

+ Tighten the screw (5).

+ ® Tighten the three screws (7).

+ Tighten the two screws (8).

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COMPONENT FUEL The fuel used for internal com- bustion engines is extremely in- flammable and in particular con-

ditions it can become explosive.

Itis 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 con- tact 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 sur- faces of the engine.

In case some fuel has accidentally been spilt, make sure that the area has com- pletely dried and before starting the ve- hicle 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 ra- diation, never fill the tank to the brim.

Screw the plug (3) up carefully after re- fuelling.

Avoid any contact of the fuel with the skin and the inhalation of vapours; do not swallow fuel or pour it from a recep- tacle into another by means of a tube.

KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN Use only premium grade petrol (4 Stars @). in conformity with the DIN 51600 standard, min. O.N. 98 (N.O.R.M.) and 88 (N.O.M.M.).

FUEL TANK CAPACITY (reserve included): 11.5 /

TANK RESERVE: 240.5 /

To refuel, proceed as follows:

+ Raise the cover (1).

+ Insert the key (2) in the fillercap lock.

+ Turn the key anticlockwise, pull and re- move the fillercap (3).

+ Provide for refuelling.

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2 STROKE OIL TANK Remember: 1 mile = 1.6 km 1km = 0.625 miles

Top up the mixer oil tank every 500 km.

The vehicle is provided with a separate mixer that makes it possible to mix petrol with oil for the lubrication of the engine, see P. 64 (LUBRICANT CHART).

The reserve is indicated by the coming on of the 2 stroke oil reserve warning light “=” positioned on the dashboard, see p. 14 and 15 (INSTRUMENTS AND INDICA- TORS).

stroke oil causes serious dam- ages to the engine. If you run out of the 2 stroke oil tank or if the mixer oil pipe has been re- necessary to contact an 1 Dealer, who will provide for bleeding the system. This operation is indispensable, since the operation of the engine with air in the mixer oil system may cause serious damages to the engine itself.

1 The use of the vehicle without 2

To top up the 2-stroke oil tank, proceed as

+ Remove the rear inspection cover, see p. 46 (REMOVING THE REAR INSPEC- TION COVER).

2 STROKE OIL TANK CAPACITY: 1.3/

using the Do not dispose of the oil in the environment.

1 Wash your hands carefully after

KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.

BRAKE FLUID - recommendations

Sudden resistance or clearance À problems on the brake lever may

be due to problems in the hy- draulic 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 Official Dealer.

Make sure that the brake disc and the friction elements are neither oily nor greasy, especially after maintenance or checking operations.

Check that the brake cable is neither twisted nor wom 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.

I the brake fluid gets in contact with the skin or the eyes, it can cause serious il ritations.

Carefully wash the parts of your body that get in contact with the liquid. Consuit a doctor or an oculist if the liq- uid gets in contact with your eyes.

Do not dispose of the brake fluid in the environment.

KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN

À or painted parts, since it irrepa- rably damages them.

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DISC BRAKES The brakes are the parts that most ensure your safety and for this reason they must always be perfectiy working. The brake fluid must be changed once a year by an aprilia Official Dealer.

This vehicle is provided with hydraulic disc brakes.

When the disc pads wear out, the level of the fluid decreases to automatically com- pensate for their wear.

The brake fluid reservoirs (1) are posi- tioned on the handlebar, near the brake le- ver couplings. Periodically check the brake fluid level in the reservoir (1) and the pad wear, see p. 43 (CHECKING THE BRAKE PAD WEAR).

n normal operating conditions, the brake fluid never decreases below the “MIN” level.

If it does, do not use the vehicle and

contact an aprilia Official Dealer.

CHECKING To check the brake fluid level, proceed as

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

+ Rotate the handlebar leftwards, so that the fluid contained in the reservoir is par- allel to the “MIN” mark stamped on the glass (2).

+ Make sure that the level of the brake fluid contained in the tank exceeds the “MIN” mark stamped on the glass (2).

+ Ifitdoes, do not use the vehicle and con- tact an aprilia Official Dealer.

In case of excessive movement À of the brake lever, of excessive

elasticity or in case there is air in

Remember: 1 mile = 16 km 1Lkm =0.625 miles

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COOLANT Do not use the vehicle if the À coolant is below the minimum prescribed level.

Remember: 1 mile = 16 km 1Lkm =0.625 miles

Check the coolant level every 2000 km and after long rides; change it every 2 years.

Have the coolant changed by an aprilia Official Dealer.

The coolant is made up of 50% water and 50% antifreeze.

This mixture is ideal for most running tem- peratures and ensures good protection against corrosion.

Itis advisable to keep the same mixture also in the hot season, since in this way losses due to evaporation are reduced and it is not necessary to top up very frequent- y.

The mineral salt deposits left in the radiator by evaporated water are thus reduced and the efficiency of the cooling system re- mains unchanged.

If the outdoor temperature is below 0°, check the cooling circuit frequenty and if necessary increase the antifreeze concen- tration (up to maximum 60%).

Do not remove the expansion

À tank cap when the engine is hot, since the coolant is under pres-

sure and its temperature is high.

Kit gets in contact with the skin or with

clothes it may cause severe burns

The coolant is noxious:

KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.

CHECKING AND TOPPING UP Proceed as follows:

+ Raise the saddle, see p. 21 (UNLOCK- ING/LOCKING THE SADDLE).

+ Make sure that the coolant level in the expansion tank is included between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks, by checking through the special slot (1) provided on the bottom of the crash helmet / glove compartment.

+ If the level is not included between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks, provide for top- ping up.

TOPPING UP Proceed with care, releasing any residual pressure that may be present in the system.

+ Loosen the plug (2), by giving it about half a tum.

+ Wait for a few seconds, in order to re- lease any residual pressure that may be present in the system.

+ Unscrew and remove the plug (2).

+ Top up until the fluid reaches approx. the "MAX" notch.

Do not exceed this level, otherwise the fluid will flow out of the tank when the en- gine is running.

+ Put back the filling cap (2).

In case of excessive consump- tion of coolant and in case the expansion tank remains empty,

make sure that there are no leaks in the

Have it repaired by an apri

TYRES This vehicle is provided with tubeless tyres.

Periodically check the tyre infla- tion pressure at room tempera- ture.

I the tyres are hot, the measurement is

Carry out the measurement especially after long rides.

K the inflation pressure is too high, the ground unevenness cannot be damp- ened and is therefore transmitted to the handiebar, thus compromising the driv- ing comfort and reducing the road hold- ing during tums.

H, on the contrary, the inflation pressure is too low, the tyre sides are under greater stress and the tyre itself may slip on the rim or it may become loose, with consequent loss of control of the vehicle.

In case of sudden braking the tyres could even get out of the rims. Further, the vehicle could skid while tuning.

Check the surface and the wear of the tyres, since tyres in bad conditions can impair both the grip and the controlla- bility of the vehicle.

Change the tyre when it is worn out or in case of puncture on the tread side, if the puncture is larger than 5 mm.

Use only tyres in the size suggested by aprilia, see p. 60 (TECHNICAL DATA).

Do not install tyres with air tube on rims for tubeless tyres and viceversa.

Make sure that the tyres always have their valve sealing caps on, to prevent them from suddenly going flat.

Change, reparation, maintenance and balancing operations are very important and should be carried out by qualified technicians with appropriate tools.

For this reason, it is advisable to have the above mentioned operations carried out by an aprilia Official Dealer or by a qualified tyre repairer.

If the tyres are new, they may À still be covered with a slippery

film: drive carefully for the first miles.

Do not oil the tyres with unsuitable flu- ids.

INFLATION PRESSURE SOLO RIDER

front 180 kPa (1.8 bar) reai 200 kPa (2.0 bar) RIDER AND ONE PASSENGER

(in the countries where this is allowed) front 200 kPa (2.0 bar) reai 220 kPa (2.2 bar)

MINIMUM TREAD DEPTH LIMIT

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AUTOMATIC LIGHT SWITCHING VERSION The vehicles provided with the Automatic Switch-on Device can be immediately rec- ognized, since the lights come automatical- ly on as soon as the engine is started.

For this reason the light switch is replaced by a dimmer switch.

The lights can be switched off only by stop- ping the engine.

For the versions with high beam, proceed

+ Before starting the vehicle, make sure that the dimmer switch is in position D" (front low beam).

CATALYTIC SILENCER ©

Avoiïd parking the vehicle cata- lytic version near dry brush wood or in places easily acces:

ble to children, as the catalytic silencer becomes extremely hot during use; be very careful and avoid any kind of con- tact before it has completely cooled doun.

The catalytic vehicle is fitted with a silencer with metal catalytic converter of the “plati- nurr-rhodium bivalent” type.

This device provides for the oxidation of the CO (carbon monoxide) and of the HC (unbumed hydrocarbons) contained in the exhaust gases, changing them into carbon dioxide and steam, respectively.

Due to the catalytic reaction, the high tem- perature reached by the exhaust gases makes for the burning of the oil particles thus keeping the silencer clean and elimi- nating the exhaust fumes.

To have the catalytic converter function correctiy and for long and to reduce possi- ble problems regarding the soiling of the thermal unit and of the exhaust. it is neces- sary to avoid covering long distances with the engine running at constantiy low rpm.

It is sufficient to alternate these periods with periods in which the engine runs at rel- atively high rpm, even if only for a few sec- ondés, but rather frequentiy.

What has been stated above assumes par- ticular importance for the cold starting of the engine: in this case, in order to reach a rpm regime sufficient to enable the “prim- ing” of the catalytic reaction, just make sure that the temperature of the thermal unit has reached at least 50°C, which gen- erally occurs a few seconds after starting the engine.

causes the destruction of the

Do notuse leaded petrol, since it À catalytic converter.

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NSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Before departure, always carry À out a preliminary checking ofthe vehicle, to make sure that it functions correctiy and safely, see the following table PRELIMINARY CHECK- ING OPERATIONS. The non-performance of these checking operations can cause severe personal injuries or damages to the vehicle.

Do not hesitate to consult your | Dealer in case there is something you do not understand about the functioning of some controls or in case you suspect or discover some irregularities. It does not take long to carry out a check-up and this operation ensures you much more safety.

PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS Component Check Page

Front and rear brake | Check the functioning, the fluid level and make sure there are no leaks. 24,25, 43 Check the wear of the pads. Top up, if necessary.

Accelerator Make sure that it works smoothly and that it is possible to open and close it completely, in all steering positions. 47 If necessary, adjust and/or lubricate it.

2 stroke oil Check and/or top up, if necessary. 24

Wheel/tyres Check the tyre surface, the infation pressure, wear and 27 tear and any damage.

Brake levers Make sure that they work smoothly. 22,25 If necessary, lubricate the articulations. d

Steering Make sure that the steering rotates smoothly, without any 4 clearance or slackening.

Centre stand Make sure that it works smoothly. When the stand is let up or pushed down, there must be no friction and the : spring tension must bring it back to its normal position. If necessary, lubricate joints and hinges

Fastening elements | Make sure that the fastening elements are not loose. E If necessary, adjust or tighten them.

Fuel tank Check the fuel level and top up, if necessary. 23 Make sure there are no leaks or occlusions in the circuit.

Coolant The coolant level in the expansion tank must be included between the “MIN” and “MAX markings. 26 Top up, if necessary.

Lights, warning Check the proper functioning of all the devices.

lights, horn and Change the bulbs or intervene in case of failure. 49 +56

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GA STARTING Exhaust gases contain carbon le, which is extremely noxious if inhaled.

Avoid starting the vehicle in closed or badly-ventilated rooms.

The non-observance of this warning may cause loss of consciousness or even lead to death by asphyxia.

Do not get on the vehicle for the start- ing.

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

+ Make sure that the light switch (1) is in position"e’.

+ EE Make sure thatthe dimmer switch (2) is in position “

+ Tum the ignition switch (3) to position 20".

When the ignition key is rotated

to position the low fuel

warning light “@” (6), the 2- stroke oil reserve warning light “=” (7) and the entire display (8) come on for a few seconds, thus checking the opera- tion of the system. If after this check the 2-Stroke oil reserve warning light “=” remains on, provide for topping up, see p. 24 (2 STROKE OIL TANK).

+ Lock at least one wheel, by pulling a brake lever (4). If this operation is not carried out, the start relay receives no current and there- fore the engine does not start.

+ Press the start push button “®” (5) with- out accelerating, then release it as soon as the engine starts.

+ Ifthe starting is carried out with cold en- gine, rotate the cold start lever “IN” (9) Upwards.

Avoid pressing the start push

button “®” (5) when the engine is

running: this may damage the starter.

+ Do not accelerate and pull the brake le- vers atthe same time until you move off.

Do not start abruptiy when the

engine is still cold.

To limit the emission of exhaust gases and fuel consumption, warm the engine up by running at slow speed for the first miles.

+ Once the engine has warmed up, see p. 15 (Coolant temperature indicator “E"), rotate the cold start lever ‘Nl” (9) down-

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KICK START For the kick start, proceed as follows: + Position the vehicle on the centre stand. + Move to the left side of the vehicle. + Make sure that the light switch (1) is in position“. Make sure that the dimmer switch (2) is in position #0".

When the ignition key i to position “O”, the low fuel

warning light “A” (6), the 2- stroke oil reserve waming light “=” (7) and the entire display (8) come on for a few seconds, thus checking the opera- tion of the system. ff after this check the 2-stroke oil reserve warning light “=” remains on, provide for topping up, see p. 24 (2 STROKE OIL TANK).

+ To avoid losing control ofthe vehicle dur- ing the starting, lock both wheels by putting on the brake levers (4).

Do not push down the kick start- er with the engine on.

+ Push doun the kick starter (10) with your right foot, releasing it immediately. If necessary, repeat the operation until the engine starts.

STARTING AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF INACTIVITY After a long period of inactivity, proceed as

+ Carry out the first five operations pre- scribed for the electric starting, see p. 30 (ELECTRIC STARTING).

+ Make the starter run for about 10 sec- onds, in order to ensure the filling up of the float chamber.

To start the engine:

+ Rotate the cold start lever wards.

+ Slightiy open the throttie, then carry out the electric starting procedure (or KICK START).

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DEPARTURE AND DRIVE This vehicle is not suitable for declines any

responsibility for any damage to persons, properties and/or the vehicle due to the improper use of the vehicl self.

Release the throttie grip (pos. A), put on the rear brake, then move the vehicle down the stand.

Get on the vehicle, keeping at least one

foot on the ground in order not to lose bal- ance.

À Properly adjust the inclination of

the rear-view mirrors.

To leave, release the brake lever and ac- celerate by gently rotating the throttle grip (pos. B); the vehicle will start moving.

Avoid opening and closing the throttle grip repeatedly and con- tinuously, so that you do not ac-

cidentally lose control of the vehicle.

If you have to brake, close the throttie and put on both brakes in order to ob- tain uniform deceleration, properly ex- erting pressure on the braking parts.

By putting on the front brake only or the rear brake only, you reduce the braking force considerably, thus running the risk of locking one wheel and conse- quentiy losing grip.

Before beginning to tum, slow down or brake driving at moderate and constant speed or accelerating slightiy; avoid braking at the last moment: it would be very easy to skid.

ff the brakes are operated continuously on downhill stretches, the friction sur- faces can overheat, thus reducing the braking efficiency.

Never drive with the engine off!

In case of wet ground or scarce wheel grip (snow, ice, mud, etc.) drive slowy, avoiding sudden brakings or manoeu- vres that could make you lose grip and fall down.

Pay the utmost attention to any À obstacle or variation of the

ground. Uneven roads, rails, manhole covers, indications painted on the road surface, building site metal plates become rather slippery by rain. For this reason all these obstacles have to be carefully avoided, driving smoothly and bending the vehicle as little as possible.

Always use the tum indicators timely when you intend to change lane or di- rection, avoiding sharp and dangerous movements.

If the 2 stroke oil reserve wam- À light “=” (1) comes on dur-

ng the normal functioning of the engine, this means that the 2 stroke oil reserve is being used; in this case, top up the mixer oil tank, see p. 24 (2 STROKE OIL TANK).

If the lit area on the coolant tem-

perature indicator scale “E” (2)

reaches the red mark (right up- per side) and blinks, stop the engine and check the coolant level, see p. 26 (COOLANT).

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Remember: 1 mile = 1.6 km 1Lkm = 0.625 miles

carry out the checking opera- tions indicated in the column “Af- ter running-in” of the REGULAR SERV- ICE INTERVALS CHART, see p. 35, in order to avoid hurting yourself or other people and/or damaging the vehicle.

The running-in of the engine is primary to ensure its correct functioning and its correct functioning. If possible, drive on hilly roads and/or roads with many bends, so that the engine, the suspensions and the brakes undergo a more effective running-in.

For the first 500 km, keep to the following indications:

Do not keep the throttle grip open more than one half for long stretches. 300-500 km

Do not keep the throttle grip open more than three-fourths for long stretches.

l After the first 500 kilometres,

STOPPING If possible, avoid stopping À abruptiy, slowing down suddeniy and braking at the last moment.

+ Release the throttie grip (pos. A) and gradually put on the brakes to stop the vehicle.

+ In case of a brief stop, keep at least one brake on.

PARKING Park the vehicle on firm and flat ground, t prevent it from falling down.

Neither lean the vehicle against walls, nor lay it on the ground.

Make sure that the vehicle and especial- ly its red-hot parts do not represent a danger for persons and children.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended when the engine is on or the key is in- serted into the ignition switch.

Do not sit on the vehicle when the stand is down.

+ Stop the vehicle, see beside (STOP- PING).

+ Tum the ignition switch (1) to position a".

+ Position the vehicle on the stand, see p. 34 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND).

Itis not necessary to close the

fuel tap when the engine is off, since it is equipped with an automatic closing system.

Never leave the key in the igni- tion switch.

+ Lock the steering, see p. 20 (STEERING LOCK) and extract the key (2).

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POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND Carefully read p. 33 (PARKING).

+ Grasp the left handgrip and the rear grab rail (D).

+ Push down the stand lever (2).

Make sure that the vehicle is sta ble.

SUGGESTIONS TO PREVENT THEFT NEVER leave the ignition key inserted and always use the steering lock.

Park the vehicle in a safe place, possibly in à garage or a protected place.

If possible, use the appropriate aprilia “Body-Guard” armored cable El, or an ad- ditional anti-theft device.

Make sure that all documents are in order and the road tax has been paid.

Write down your personal data and tele- phone number in the space provided in this page, to facilitate the identification of the owner in case of finding after theft.

> “27 2" stolen vehicles are identified thanks to the data writ- ten on the use/maintenance manual.

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Before beginning any mainte- À nance operation or any inspec- tion of the vehicle, stop the en- gine, extract the key from the ignition block, wait until the engine and the ex- haust system have cooled down and if possible lift the vehicle by means of the proper equipment, on firm and flat ground. Keep away from the red-hot parts of the engine and of the exhaust order to avoid burns. le is made up of not edible parts. Never bite, suck, chew or swallow any part of the vehicle for any reason.

ff not expressly indicated other- wise, for the reassembly of the units repeat the disassembly op- erations reversing their order.

Ordinary maintenance operations can usu- ally be carried out by the user, but some- times a basic knowledge of mechanics and specific tools are required.

If you need assistance or technical advice, consult your aprilia Official Dealer, who can ensure you prompt and accurate serv- icing. After any maintenance operation, carry out the “Preliminary checking opera- tions”, see p. 29 (PRELIMINARY CHECK- ING OPERATIONS).

Remember: 1 mil 1Lkm = 0.625 miles

Every 4000 km | Every 8000 km)

COMPONENE, (500 km) or8months | or16 months Rear shock absorber € € Battery/electrolyte level C C Spark plug C C E Carburettor - idling R C Driving belt © Steering column bearings € € Wheel bearings © Removal of deposits from the exhaust P Air cleaner C P Accelerator operation C C Brake locking operation C © Braking systems € € Stop light switch C Brake fluid every year: S Brake fluid € Coolant every 2000 km: C / every 2 years : S 2 stroke oil every 500 km: C

every 3000 km [every 12000 km|

Transrrission oil s or 6 months: C | _or2 years: S Light direction - operation G Tyres - inflation pressure every month: R WheelsAyres G Nut, boit, screw tightening © CG Front and rear suspension G C

2 Stroke oil reserve warning lighe G G Fuel pipe CG Mixer oil pipe G G Front and rear brake pad wear G Jevery 2000 km: €]

€ =check, clean, adjust, lubricate or change, if necessary;

R =adjust. Carry outthe maintenance operations more frequentiy if you

use the vehicle in rainy and dusty areas or on uneven ground.

Have maintenance operations on the components indicated by

Official Dealers ONLY.

carried out by aprilia

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IDENTIFICATION DATA Itis a good rule to write down the frame and engine numbers in the space provided in this manual.

The frame number can be used for the purchase of spare parts.

Do not alter the identification

numbers if you do not wantto in- cur severe penal and administrative sanctions. In particular, the alteration of the frame number results in the immedi- ate invalidity of the guarantee.

ENGINE NUMBER The engine number is stamped near the transmission oil filling cap.

FRAME NUMBER The frame number is stamped on the right side of the steering column plate. To read it, itis necessary to remove the front in- spection cover, see p. 46 (REMOVING THE FRONT INSPECTION COVER).

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solvents to wash the air cleaner, in order to avoid fires or explo- sions.

Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Remember: 1 mile = 1.6 km 1Lkm = 0.625 miles

Do not use petrol or inflammable

Check the conditions of the air cleaner and clean it monthly or every 4000 km, depend- ing on the conditions in which the vehicle is used.

Ifthe vehicle is used on dusty or wet roads, the cleaning operations and any replace- ment should be carried out more frequent- y.

To clean the filtering element it is neces- sary to remove the whole filter casing from the vehicle.

+ Remove the left inspection cover, see p.46 (REMOVING THE RIGHT AND LEFT INSPECTION COVERS).

+ insert the spanner in the appropriate hole (1), while unscrewing and removing the screw (2) with the relevant washer.

= Le" r=ssembly, position the rear brake cable eyelet (3) cor- rectiy.

+ Unscrew and remove the screw (4) with the relevant washer.

+ Loosen the screw (5) of the air manifold clamp.

+ Grasp the air manifold in correspond- ence with the clamp and pull it, thus re- moving the whole air cleaner casing.

CLEANING THE AIR FILTER

+ Unscrew the three screws (6).

+ Remove the filter case cover (7) and ex- tract the filtering element (8).

+ To clean the filtering element use clean, nor-inflammable solvents or solvents with high volatility point, then let it dry thoroughly.

+ Apply a filter oil or a thick oil (SAE 80W- 20) on the whole surface of the filtering element, then squeeze it to eliminate the oil in excess.

QE Ste" must be well impreg- nated, though not dripping.

+ Clean the inside of the filter casing cover (7) and of the filter casing (9) with a cloth.

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CHECKING THE TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL In case of oil leaks or malfunc- À tions, contact your api cial Dealer.

DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE TRANSMIS- SION OIL IN THE ENVIRONMENT.

Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Remember: 1 mile = 1.6 km 1km = 0.625 miles

To check the transmission oil level, carry outthe following operations every 3000 km or every 6 months:

+ Drive for a few miles until the engine reaches the normal running temperature, see p. 15 (Coolant temperature indicator “LE”, then stop it.

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

+ Put a graduated container (1) with at least 120 cm capacity under the drain

plug (2). + Unscrew the filling cap (3) and the oil drain plug (2).

+ Let all the oil flow out of the oil pan.

+ Measure the quantity and ifitis less than 110 cmÿ, top up by adding the lacking quantity, see p. 64 (LUBRICANT CHART).

+ Tighten the drain plug (2).

+ Provide for filling up, using the oil collect- ed into the graduated container (1).

+ Tighten the filling cap (3).

Tighten the filling cap and the À drain plug thoroughly and make sure that there are no oil leaks.

cally check that there are no leaks in correspondence with the oil pan cover seal.

Do not use the vehicle with insufficient lubrication or with contaminated or un- suitable lubricants, since this would ac- celerate the wear of the moving parts and may also cause irreparable failures.

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CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION OIL In case of oil leaks or malfunc- À tions, contact your ap cial Dealer.

DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE TRANSMIS- SION OIL IN THE ENVIRONMENT. Putitin a sealed container and take itto the filling station where you usually buy it or t an oil salvage center.

Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Remember: 1 mile = 1.6 km 1Lkm = 0.625 miles

To ensure the efficiency and long life of the vehicle, itis necessary to change the oil af- ter the first 500 km and successively every 12000 km or every 2 years.

+ Drive for a few miles until the engine reaches the normal running temperature, see p. 15 (Coolant temperature indicator

, then stop the engine.

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

+ Put a graduated container (1) with at least 120 cn capacity under the drain plug (2).

+ Unscrew the filling cap (3) and the oil drain plug (2).

+ Let all the oil flow out of the oil pan.

+ Tighten the drain plug and add 110 cm? of oil, see p. 64 (LUBRICANT CHART).

+ Tighten the filling cap (3).

Tighten the filling cap and the À drain plug thoroughly and make sure that there are no oil leaks.

Periodically check that there are no leaks in correspondence with the oil pan cover seal.

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FRONT WHEEL DISASSEMBLY Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

While disassembling the wheel, À be careful not to damage the brake pipe, the disc and the

To disassemble the front wheel, proceed as follows: + Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

Prepare a 190 mm high support, the base of which must measure 200 x 200 mm.

+ Place the support under the vehicle and a spongy cloth between them, so thatthe front wheel can move freely and the ve- hicle cannot fall down.

Make sure that the vehicle is sta- ble.

+ Remove the front brake caliper, see p.43 (REMOVING THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKE CALIPERS).

+ Introduce the screwdriver in the slot (1), lever and remove the cover (2).

+ Lock the wheel pin (3) by means of a spanner.

+ Unscrew and remove the nut (4), taking the washer.

Wheel nut (4) driving torque: 120 Nm (12 kgm).

+ Push the wheel pin (3), by carefully act- ing on the threaded end and using à rub- ber hammer if necessary.

Œ Check the arrangement of the odometer control (5), in order to be able to reassemble it correctiy.

+ Support the front wheel and extract the wheel pin (3) manually.

Do not force the odometer con- trol cable.

+ Move the wheel rightwards (in the travel- ling direction).

+ Disconnect the odometer control (5).

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REASSEMBLY Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

careful not to damage the brake pipe, the disc and the pads.

To reassemble the front wheel, proceed as follows:

= Lrormiy apply a moderate quantity of grease on the wheel pin (3) and a greater quantity of grease on the dust cover (6) of the odometer control (5), see p. 64 (LUBRICANT CHART).

l While reassembling the wheel, be

+ Correctiy position the odometer control (5) with the relevant seat (7) inserted in the antirotation pin (8), while partially in- troducing the wheel pin (3) from the left side (travelling direction).

+ Make sure that the wheel hub (9) is per- fectly clean, either inside and outside.

Upon reassembly, do not force

the wheel against the odometer

control (5), to prevent the wheel hub (9) from damaging the teeth (10).

+ Bring the wheel near the end of the sus- pension arm, raise it and insert the wheel pin (3) completely.

+ Rotate the wheel moderately and try to find the point in which it can be fitted completely, with the wheel hub (9) cor- rectiy coupled with the teeth (10).

+ Insert the washer, lock the rotation of the wheel pin (3) by means of a spanner, screw and tighten the nut (4).

Wheel nut (4) driving torque: 120 Nm (12 kgm).

+ Put back the cover (2) and fit it manually. + Remove the support from under the vehi- cle.

brake lever repeatedly and check the correct functioning of the braking system.

l After reassembly, pull the front

Check the wheel centering.

Have the driving torques, centering and balancing of the wheel checked by your aprilia Official Dealer, in order to avoid accidents that may be harmful for you and/or other people.

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REAR WHEEL DISASSEMBLY Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

+ Remove the exhaust silencer, see p. 45 (REMOVING THE EXHAUST SILENC- ER).

+ Insert the screwdriver in the slot (1), le- ver and remove the cover (2).

To unscrew the wheel nut (3), it is necessary to lock the rotation ofthe wheel.

+ Pull the rear brake lever (4) completely, then put a small piece of cardboard (5) on the grip and keep the rear brake lever pulled by holding it against the grip by means of a plastic band (6).

+ Loosen the wheel nut (3).

Wheel nut (3) driving torque: 110 Nm (11 kgm).

+ Remove the plastic band (6) and take the piece of cardboard (5).

+ Release the rear brake lever.

+ Remove the rear brake caliper, see p. 43 (REMOVING THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKE CALIPERS).

+ Unscrew and remove the wheel nut (3) and the washer.

= Le" ressentis uniformiy ap ply a moderate quantity of grease on the wheel pin, see p. 64 (LU- BRICANT CHART) and replace the wheel nut (special type) with a new one.

+ Withdraw the wheel.

Use aprilia Genuine Spare Parts only.

After reassembly, pull the rear À brake lever repeatedly and

check the correct functioning of the braking system.

Check the wheel centering.

Have the driving torques, centering and balancing of the wheel checked by your aprilia Official Dealer, in order to avoid accidents that may be harmful for you and/or other people.

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CHECKING THE BRAKE PAD WEAR Carefully read p. 24 (BRAKE FLUID - recommendations), p.25 (DISC BRAKES), p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Remember: 1 mile = 1.6 km 1Lkm = 0.625 miles

The following information refer to a single braking system, but are valid for both.

Check the brake pad wear after the first 500 km and successively every 2000 km.

The wear of the brake pads depends on the use, on the kind of drive and on the road. The wear will be greater when the ve- hicle is driven on dirty or wet roads.

To carry out a rapid checking of the wear of

the front pads, proceed as follows:

+ Remove the involved brake caliper, see beside (REMOVING THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKE CALIPERS).

+ Carry out a visual check on the pads.

If the thickness of the friction material (even of one pad only) has reduced to about 1 mm, replace both pads.

Have the pads changed by your aprilia Official Dealer.

REMOVING THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKE CALIPERS Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Upon disassembly, take care not to damage the brake pipe, disc and pads.

= 7 ollowins information refer to a single braking system, but are valid for both.

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

+ Rotate the wheel manuallÿ, so that the space between two spokes of the rim co- incides with the brake caliper.

+ Unscrew and remove the two screws (1).

Brake caliper screw (1) driving torque: 25 Nm (2.5 kgm).

Never pull the rear brake lever after removing the brake caliper, otherwise the caliper pistons

In this case consult your aprilia Official Dealer, who will carry out the proper maintenance operation.

+ Remove the brake caliper (2), by careful- ly Withdrawing it from the brake disc.

After reassembly, pull the rear À brake lever repeatedly and

check the correct functioning of the braking system.

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CHECKING THE STEERING Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Every now and then it is advisable to check the steering, in order to verify if there are slacks.

To check the steering it is necessary to: + Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

Prepare a 190 mm high support, the base of which must measure 200 x 200 mm.

+ Place the support under the vehicle and a spongy cloth between them, so thatthe front wheel can move freely and the ve- hicle cannot fall down.

Make sure that the vehicle is sta- ble.

+ Shake the front part of the vehicle in the travelling direction.

Do not shake the front part ofthe vehicle excessively, otherwise

you may take in consideration the

movement of the stand, thus observing

Repeat the previous operation more

+ if you find that there is a considerable slack, contact your aprilia Official Dealer to restore the optimal steering condi- tions.

CHECKING THE ENGINE FULCRUM AXIS Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Periodically check the slack existing be-

tween the engine pin bushings.

To carry out this operation, proceed as fol-

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

+ Shake the wheel perpendicularly to the direction of travel (see figure).

+ if you find any slack, make sure that all the fastening elements of the fulcrum axis are well tightened.

À If the slack persists, contact youraprilia Official Dealer.

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REMOVING THE EXHAUST SILENCER Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand. Before performing the opera-

À tions described below, let the en- gine and the exhaust silencer

cool dou until they have reached room temperature, in order to avoid bus.

vided, DO NOT unscrew the screws (2) and (3), but follow the procedure described here below.

1 I the additional flange (1) is pro-

+ Unscrew and remove the screws (4) and (5).

Screw (4) and (5) driving torque: 12 Nm (1.2 kgm).

+ Unscrew and remove the mudguard fas- tening screw (6).

+ Unscrew and remove the two screws (7) and (8) that fasten the exhaust silencer to the engine.

Screw (7) and (8) driving torque: 25 Nm (2.5 kgm).

+ Remove the exhaust silencer.

= Leon rezssembly, replace the gasket between the exhaust manifold and the silencer with a new one.

REMOVING THE REAR-VIEW MIRROR Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

For the countries where the use

of the second rear-view mirror is prescribed: the following operations re- fer to a single mirror, but are valid for both.

+ Liftthe protection element (9).

+ Loosen the nut (10) by giving it about one turn.

+ Withdraw the rear-view mirror (11).

When the rear-view mirror (11)

has been removed, do not tight-

en the nut (10), in order not to damage the plastic part of the handle- bar cover.

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REMOVING THE FRONT INSPECTION COVER Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

= “sde the painted components with care and avoid scraping or damaging them.

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand. + Unscrew and remove the screw (1).

Do not damage the tangs and/or their seats.

+ Introduce the short part of the bent hexa- gon spanner (2) in the appropriate seat (3), rotate the spanner downwards, pull it and remove the front inspection cover (a).

> Le°7 re2ssembiy, correctiy in- sert the tangs in their seats.

REMOVING THE RIGHT AND LEFT INSPECTION COVERS Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

+ Unscrew and remove the four screws (5).

+ Onty for the left inspection cover: un- screw and remove the screw (6).

+ Remove the inspection cover (7) by with- drawing it sidewards.

> Le°7 re2ssembiy, correctiy in- sert the upper part (8) in its seat.

+ Raise the saddle, see p. 21 (UNLOCK- ING/LOCKING THE SADDLE).

+ Unscrew and remove the two screws (10).

+ Liftthe front part of the inspection cover (11) and remove it by withdrawing it in the travelling direction.

7 Le°7 re2ssembiy, correctiy in- sertthe rear part (12) in its seat.

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IDLING ADJUSTMENT Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Remember: 1 mile = 1.6 km 1Lkm = 0.625 miles

Adjust the idling after the first 500 km and

every tire itis iregular.

To carry out this operation, proceed as fol-

+ Drive for a few miles until the engine reaches the normal running temperature, see p. 15 (Coolant temperature indicator LE"), then stop the engine.

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

+ Remove the right inspection cover, seep. 46 (REMOVING THE RIGHT AND LEFT INSPECTION COVERS).

+ Connect an electronic revolution counter to the spark plug cable.

The minimum speed of the engine (idling) must be about 1800 +100 rpm: in this case the engine does not make the rear wheel rotate.

Work on the right side of the vehicle, us-

ing a small-tip, but sufficienty long screw-

+ Act on the adjusting screw (1) positioned on the carburettor.

By SCREWING IT (clockwise), you in- crease the engine rpm.

By UNSCREWING IT (anticlockwise), you

decrease the engine rm.

+ Twist the throttle grip, accelerating and decelerating a few times to make sure that it functions correctly and to check if the idling speed is constant.

Do not act on the air adjusting screw, to avoid variations of the carburation setting.

necessary, contact your apr Official Dealer.

ADJUSTING THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

The ideal slack of the accelerator control should be about 2-3 mm.

To adjust the slack, proceed as follows: + Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

Work on the left rear side of the vehicle, and precisely on the adjusting screw posi- tioned on the carburettor.

DO NOT withdraw the protection element of the cold start control cable (2).

or force the cables or the com- ponents of the carburettor.

+ Remove the protection element (3).

+ Loosen the nut (4) (by tuming it clock- wise).

+ Act on the adjuster (5), positioned at the beginning of the accelerator control cable.

After the adjustment: + Tighten the nut (4) (by tuming it anti- clockwise), thus locking the adjuster (5) and put back the protection element (3).

1 Proceed with care. Do not bend

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SPARK PLUG Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Remember: 1 mil 1km = 0.625 miles

Check the spark plug after the first 500 km and successively every 4000 km; change it every 8000 km.

Periodically remove the spark plug and

clean it carefully, removing carbon depos-

its; change it if necessary.

To reach the spark plug:

+ Take off the spark plug cap (1).

+ Remove all the dirt from the base of the spark plug, then unscrew it with the spanner you will find in the tool kit and extract it from its seat, taking care that neither dust nor other substances enter the cylinder.

+ Make sure that there are neither carbon deposits, nor corrosion marks on the electrode and on the central porcelain part: if necessary, clean them with the special cleaners for spark plugs, with an iron wire and/ or a metal brush.

+ Energetically blow some air, in order to prevent the removed residues from get- ting into the engine.

Ifthe spark plug has crackings on the in- sulating material, corroded electrodes or excessive deposits, it must be changed.

+ Check the spark plug gap with a thick- ness gauge.

The gap must be 0.5 +0.6 mm; if neces- sary adjust it, carefully bending the earth electrode.

+ Make sure that the washer is in good conditions. With the washer on, screw the spark plug by hand in order not to damage the thread.

+ Using the spanner provided in the tool Kit, tighten the spark plug, giving it half a tu to compress the washer.

The spark plug must be well À tightened, otherwise the engine may overheat and be seriously damaged. Use the recommended type of spark plug only, see p. 60 (TECHNICAL DA- TA), in order not to compromise the life and performance of the engine.

+ Position the spark plug cap (1). + Put back the inspection cover.

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BATTERY Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Remember: 1 mile = 1.6 km 1Lkm = 0.625 miles

Check the electrolyte level and the tighten- ing of the terminals after the first 500 km and successively every 4000 km or 8 months.

ING MAINTENANCE: the electro- lyte in the battery is toxic and caustic and if it gets in contact with the skin it can cause burns, since it con- tains sulphuric acid. Wear protection clothes, a face mask and/or goggles during maintenance op- erations.

l ONLY FOR BATTERIES REQUIR-

In case of contact with the skin, rinse with plenty of water.

In case of contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of water for 15 minutes, then consult an oculist without delay.

If the electrolyte is accidentally swal- lowed, drink a lot of water or milk, then continue drinking milk of magnesia or vegetable oil and consult a doctor with- out delay.

The battery gives off explosive gases; keep it away from flames, sparks, cigarettes and any other

During the rechai or the use, make

sure that the roomis properly ventilated

and avoid inhaling the gases released during the recharging.

KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN Never invert the connection of the battery cables.

Do not incline the vehicle too much, in

order to avoid dangerous leaks of the

Connect and disconnect the battery

with the ignition switch in position “2”.

Connect first the positive cable (+) and

then the negative cable (-).

Disconnect following the reverse order.

The electrolyte is corrosive.

Do not pour or spill it, especially on the plastic parts.

LONG INACTIVITY OF THE BATTERY Ifthe vehicle remains unused for a long pe-

+ Remove the battery, see p. 50 (REMO- VING THE BATTERY) and putitin a cool and dry place.

+ Recharge it completely, by using a trickle charge, see p. 51 (RECHARGING THE BATTERY).

If the battery remains on the vehicle, dis-

connect the cables from the terminals.

Itis important to check the charge periodi- cally (about once à month), during the win- ter or when the vehicle remains unused, in order to prevent the deterioration of the battery.

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CHECKING AND CLEANING THE TERMINALS Carefully read p. 49 (BATTERY).

+ Remove the rear inspection cover, see P. 46 (REMOVING THE REAR INSPEC- TION COVER).

+ Make sure that the cable terminals (1) and the battery terminals (2) are:

— in good conditions (and not corroded or covered with deposits);

— covered with special grease or Vase- line.

+ Make sure that the ignition switch is in position “1”.

+ Disconnect first the negative (-) and then the positive cable (+.

+ Brush with a wire brush to eliminate any sign of corrosion.

+ Reconnect first the positive (+) and then the negative cable (-).

+ Cover the terminals with special grease or Vaseline.

REMOVING THE BATTERY Carefully read p. 49 (BATTERY).

+ Remove the rear inspection cover, see p. 46 (REMOVING THE REAR INSPEC- TION COVER).

+ Make sure that the ignition switch is in position “#3.

+ Disconnect first the negative (-) and then the positive cable (+.

+ Remove the battery breather pipe.

+ Remove the battery from its compart- ment and put it on a flat surface, in a cool and dry place.

Once it has been removed, the battery must be stored in a safe place and kept away from chil- dren.

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CHECKING THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL Carefully read p. 49 (BATTERY).

+ Remove the battery from its compart- ment, see p. 50 (REMOVING THE BAT- TERŸ).

+ Make sure that the fluid level is included between the two “MIN” and “MAX"notch- es stamped on the battery side. Otherwise:

+ Unscrew and remove the element plugs.

Top up with distilled water only. Do not exceed the “MAX” mark, ince the electrolyte level in- creases during the recharge.

+ Top up by adding distilled water.

RECHARGING THE BATTERY Carefully read p. 49 (BATTERY).

+ Remove the battery from its compart- ment, see p. 50 (REMOVING THE BAT- TERŸ).

+ Unscrew and remove the element plugs.

+ Check the electrolyte level, see beside (CHECKING THE ELECTROLYTE LEV- EL).

+ Connect the battery with a battery charg- er.

+ À recharge with an amperage equal to 1/10th of the battery capacity is recom- mended.

+ After the recharging operation, check the electrolyte level again and if necessary top up with distilled water.

+ Replace the element plugs.

Reinstall the battery o: minutes after disconnecting the recharge equipment, since the

battery keeps sending out extremely in-

flammable hydrogen gas for a short lapse of time.

INSTALLING THE BATTERY Carefully read p. 49 (BATTERY).

+ Putthe battery in its container. + Connect the breather pipe.

breather pipe, to prevent the sul-

phuric acid vapours from cor- roding the electric system, painted parts, rubber elements or gaskets when they exit the breather pipe itself.

1 Always connect the battery

+ Connect, in order, the positive (+) and negative (-) cable.

+ Cover the terminals with special grease or Vaseline.

+ Put back the rear inspection cover, see p. 46 (REMOVING THE REAR INSPEC- TION COVER).

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CHANGING THE FUSE Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Do not repair faulty fuses. Never use fuses different from the recommended ones.

The use of unsuitable fuses may cause

damages to the electric system or, in

case of short circuit, even a fire.

= 2 use Blous frequentiy, there probably is a short circuit or an overload in the electric system.

In this case it is advisable to consult an aprilia Official Dealer.

If an electric component does not work or works irregularly, or if the vehicle fails to start, itis necessary to check the fuse (1).

For the checking, proceed as follows:

+ Tum the ignition switch to position “&, to avoid any accidental short circuit.

+ Remove the rear inspection cover, see p. 46 (REMOVING THE REAR INSPEC- TION COVER).

+ Extract the fuse (1) and check if the fila- ment (2) is broken.

+ Before replacing the fuse, try to find out the cause of the trouble, if possible.

+ Then replace the damaged fuse with the spare fuse (3) or with a new one having the same amperage.

Œ If you use one of the spare fuse (3), put a new fuse in the suitable seat.

ARRANGEMENT OF THE FUSE

7.5 A fuse from the battery to: all the electric loads, excluding the light cir- cuit, which is fed with alternate current.

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ADJUSTING THE VERTICAL HEADLIGHT BEAM To rapidly check the correct direction of the beam, place the vehicle on flat ground, 10 m away from a wall.

Turn on the low beam, sit on the vehicle and make sure that the beam projected on the wall is slightiy under the horizontal line of the headlight (about 9/1Oth of the total height).

To adjust the headlight beam:

+ Act on the suitable screw (1) by means of a screwdriver. By TURNING IT CLOCKWISE, you set the beam upwards. By TURNING IT ANTICLOCKWISE, you set the beam downwards.

BULBS Carefully read p. 35 (MAINTENANCE).

Before changing a bulb, position the vehicle on the centre stand and tum the ignition switch to

Change the bulb wearing clean gloves

or using a clean and dry cloth.

Do not leave fingerprints on the bulb, since these may cause its overheating and consequent breakage. If you touch the bulb with bare hands, remove any fingerprint with alcohol, in order to pre- vent it from blowing frequentiy.

DO NOT FORCE THE ELECTRIC CA- BLES

> E<" changing 2 bulb, check the fuse, see p. 52 (CHANGING THE FUSE).

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CHANGING THE HEADLIGHT BULBS Carefully read p. 53 (BULBS).

The headlight contains:

— A right, low beam bulb (1).

The headiight @ @ @ Æ contains:

- An upper central, low/high beam bulb 6).

- A lower central, parking light bulb (6).

— A front right direction indicator bulb (3).

- A front left direction indicator bulb (4).

To reach the bulbs, proceed as follows:

+ Remove the front inspection cover, see p.46 (REMOVING THE FRONT IN- SPECTION COVER).

+ Reach the protection elements of the bulbs (1) and (3) from the right side (A).

+ Reach the protection elements of the bulbs (2) and (4) from the left side (B).

® © © Æ ne bulbs (5) and (6) are provided with a single central protec- tion element (7); to reach it, work on the right side (A) with one hand and on the left side (B) with the other hand.

LOW BEAM BULBS (1) AND (2)

To change the bulbs, proceed as fol- lows:

+ Manually withdraw the protection ele- ment of the bulb that must be replaced.

+ Rotate the check tang (8) positioned at the back of the bulb socket sidewards.

+ Extractthe bulb and replace it with a new one ofthe same type.

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FRONT DIRECTION INDICATOR BULBS (3) AND (4)

To change the bulbs, proceed as follows:

+ Manually withdraw the protection ele- ment of the bulb that must be replaced.

+ Press the two clips provided on the bulb socket (9) with two fingers, while with- drawing it from its seat at the same time.

Upon reassembly, insert the

bulb socket (9) with the clips in vertical position and fit it in its seat; a click will indicate that the bulb socket is positioned correctiy.

+ Press the bulb moderately, rotate it anti- clockwise, extract it and replace it with a new one of the same type.

Introduce the bulb in the bulb

socket, making sure that the two guide pins coincide with the relevant guides on the bulb socket.

To change the bulb, proceed as follows:

+ Manually withdraw the protection ele- ment (7)

+ Rotate the bulb socket (10) anticlockwise and extractit.

+ Slighty press the bulb (5) and rotate it anticlockwise, extract it and replace it with a new one of the same type.

To change the bulb, proceed as follows:

+ Manually withdraw the protection ele- ment (7).

+ Rotate the bulb socket (10) anticlockwise and extract it.

Do not pull the electric cables to extract the bulb socket.

+ Working on the left side (B), grasp the parking light bulb socket (11), pull and remove it from its seat.

+ Withdraw the parking light bulb (6) and replace it with a new one of the same type.

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CHANGING THE REAR LIGHT BULB Carefully read p. 53 (BULBS).

The rear light contains: + A parking light/stoplight bulb (1). + Two rear direction indicator bulbs (2).

Support the protection screen

(4) and the coloured screen frame (5) to prevent them from falling down and avoid any damage.

+ Unscrew and remove the three screws G).

+ Remove the protection screen (4).

+ Remove the coloured screen frame (5).

a necessary, the coloured screens can be removed from their frame (5). Slightiy push them out

of their seats (from the i the outside) and change them if neces- sary.

+ Slightiy press the bulb and rotate it anti-

clockwise. + Remove the bulb fromits seat.

Insert the bulb in the socket,

making the two bulb pins coin- cide with the relevant guides on the socket.

+ Correctiy install a new bulb of the same type.

> Le°7 re2ssembiy, position the protection screen (4) and the col- oured screen frame (5) correctiy in their seats.

Tighten the screw (3) carefully, without exerting too much pressure, in order to avoid damaging the protection screen.

Carefully read p. 53 (BULBS).

Do not pull the electric wires to extract the bulb socket.

+ Grasp the bulb socket (6), pull it and re- move it from its seat.

+ Withdraw the bulb (7) and replace it with a new one of the same type.

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( Before transporting the vehicle,

itis necessary to empty the fuel tank and the carburettor completely, making sure that both are completely dry. During transport, the vehicle must be held uprighit, in its normal use posi- tion, to avoid any oil and battery fluid leakage.

DRAINING THE FUEL TANK Carefully read p. 23 (FUEL).

Risk of fire. Wait until the engine and the exhaust silencers have comple-

Fuel vapours are noxious for your heal- th.

Before proceeding, make sure that the room in which you are working is pro- perly ventilated.

Do not inhale fuel vapours.

Do not smoke, nor use free flames.

Do not dispose of fuel in the environ- ment.

+ Position the vehicle on the centre stand.

+ Stop the engine and wait until it has coo- led down.

+ Prepare a container with capacity excee- ding the fuel quantity present in the tank and put it on the ground on the left side of the vehicle.

+ Empty the fuel tank by means of a ma- nual pump or a similar system.

À After draining the tank, tighten the plug.

To empty the carburettor completely, pro-

+ Remove the filter casing, see p. 37 (AIR CLEANER - REMOVAL).

+ Putthe free end of the pipe (1) into a re- ceptacle.

+ Open the carburettor outiet by loosening the drain screw (2) positioned under the float chamber.

When all the fuel has flowed out of the car-

+ Tighten the drain screw (2) completely.

care, to avoid fuel leakages from the carburettor during the refuel- ling.

! Tighten the drain screw (2) with

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Clean the vehicle frequentiy if it used in

particular areas or conditions, such as:

+ Polluted areas (cities and industrial are- as).

+ Areas characterized by an high percent- age of salinity and humidity (sea areas, hot and humid climates).

+ Particular conditions (use of salt and anti-ice chemical products on the roads during the winter).

+ Avoid leaving deposits of industrial and polluting powders, tar spots, dead in- sects, bird droppings, etc. on the body.

+ Avoid parking the vehicle under trees, since in some seasons residues, resins, fruits or leaves fall down, which contain substances that may damage the paint.

After the vehicle has been washed, its braking functions could be temporarily impaired

because of the presence of water on the

Calculate long braking distances to

avoid accidents. Brake repeatedly to re-

store normal conditions.

To remove dirt and mud from the painted surfaces use a low- pressure water jet; carefully wet the dirty parts, remove mud and filth with a soft car sponge impregnat- ed with a lot of water and shampoo (2-4% parts of shampoo in water).

Then rinse with plenty of water and dry with chamois leather.

To clean the outer parts of the engine use à degreaser, brushes and wipers.

( Polish with silicone wax only af- ter having carefully washed the vehicle.

( Do not wash the vehicle under the sun, especially during the summer, when the body is still warm, since if the shampoo dries before being rinsed away, it can damage the paint.

Use neither high pressure water/air jets, nor vapour jets on the following parts: wheel hubs, controls on the right and on the left side of the handiebars, brake pump, instruments and indicators, lencer exhaust, glove compartment, ig- nition switch/steering lock.

Do not use alcohol or solvents to clean the rubber and plastic parts and the saddle: use water and mild soap.

Do not apply protection waxes onto the saddie, in order not to make it too slip- pery.

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LONG PERIODS OF INACTIVITY After a long period of inactivity of the vehi- cle some precautions are necessary to avoid any problem.

Further, it is important to carry out the nec-

essary repairs and a general check up be-

fore the period of inactivity, since you could forget to carry them out later.

+ Empty the fuel tank and the carburettor, see p. 57 (DRAINING THE FUEL TANK).

+ Extract the spark plug and pour a tea- spoon (5-10 ci) of two-stroke engine oil into the cylinder.

Move the ignition switch to position “O", press the start push button “©” for a few seconds, to distribute the oil evenly on the cylinder surfaces.

Put back the spark plug.

+ Remove the battery, see p. 50 (REMOV- ING THE BATTERY) and p. 49 (LONG INACTIVITY OF THE BATTERY).

+ Wash and dry the vehicle, see p. 58 (CLEANING).

+ Polish the painted surfaces with wax.

+ Inflate the tyres, see p. 27 (TYRES).

+ By means of a suitable support, position the vehicle so that both tyres are raised from the ground.

+ Place the vehicle in an unheated, not-hu- mid room, away from sunlight, with mini- mum temperature variations.

+ Cover the vehicle avoiding the use of plastic or waterproof materials.

AFTER A PERIOD OF INACTIVITY

+ Uncover and clean the vehicle, see p. 58 (CLEANING).

+ Check the electrolyte level in the battery andinstall it, see p. 51 (CHECKING THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL) and (INSTALL- ING THE BATTERY).

+ Make sure that the fuel drain screw is thoroughly screwed (breather pipe clos- ing index), see p. 57 (DRAINING THE FUEL TANK).

+ Refuel, see p. 23 (FUEL).

+ Carry out the preliminary checking oper- ations, see p. 29 (PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS).

À Have a test ride at moderate speed in a low-traffic area.

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TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Max. length 1790 mm Max. width . 701.5 mm Max. height (front part of the fairing included). 1110 mm Seat height … 810 mm Distance between centres … . 1260 mm Min. ground clearance … 140 mm Weight ready for starting … 106 kg

. MINARELLI, 2-stroke with controlled ignition - 1 . 49.26 cé

Number of cylinders..

Bore/stroke … - 40 mm/ 39.2 mm Compression ratio . . 12.5 +0.5:1 Starting. . electric +kick starter

. automatic stepless variator

Cooling … liquid cooled

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CAPACITY TRANSMISSION CARBURETTOR FUEL SUPPLY Fuel (reserve included) Fuel reserve Transmission oil.

Mixer oil (reserve included) Mixer oil reserve Coolant . Seats

Vehicle max. load (driver + luggage)…

(driver+passenger-Huggage).

Speed change gear... Primary …

0.3/ 0.8 /(50% antifreeze +50% water)

. 1 (2 in the countries where this is allowed)

105 kg 180 kg (in the countries where this is allowed)

automatic and stepless V-belt

minimum for stepless change: 2.6 maximum for stepless change: 0.862

- premium grade petrol (4 Stars @) according to the DIN 51600

standard, min. O.N. 98 (N.O.R.M.) and 88 (N.O.M.M.)

unleaded petrol according to the DIN 51607 standard, min. O.N. 95 (N.O.R.M.) and 85 (N.O.M.M.)

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FRAME Type... . one-beam, split in two cradies

SUSPENSIONS Front. pantograph arm with hydraulic mono-shock absorber

Rear.. . hydraulic mono-shock absorber

Rear.. . disc brake, @ 190 mm with hydraulic transmission WHEELS RIMS.... . alloy

Rear.. - 130/60 - 13”

STANDARD INFLATION PRESSURE Front ….. - 180 kPa (1.8 bar)

Rear.. .… 200 kPa (2.0 bar)

INFLATION PRESSURE WITH PASSENGER (where drive with passenger is allowed) - 200 kPa (2.0 bar)

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IGNITION ELECTRIC SYSTEM Type... Spark advance Standard spark plug... Spark plug gap. Engine idle rpm.

Battery... Fuse … Generator (with permanent magnet)…

Low beam warning light …

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LUBRICANT CHART Transmission oil (recommended): [f] F.C. SAE 75W - 90. AS an alternative to the recommended oil, it is possible to use high-quality oils with characteristics in compliance with or superior to the A.P.I. GLA specifications.

Mixer oil (recommended): Î] GREEN HIT. Use high-quality oils with characteristics in compliance with or superior to the ISO-L-ETC+#, A.P.I. TC specifications.

Fork oil (recommended): F.A. 5W or ÊT] F.A. 20W fork oil. If you need an oil with intermediate characteristics in comparison with the two recommended products, these can be mixed as indicated below:

SAE 10W ET] F.A. 5W 67% of the volume, +[f] F.A. 20W 33% of the volume. SAE 15W 7] F.A. 5W 33% of the volume, +7] F.A. 20W 67% of the volume.

Bearings and other lubrication points (recommended): [f] AUTOGREASE MP. As an altemative to the recommended product, use high-quality grease for rolling bearings, working temperature range -30°C.….+#140°C, dripping point 150°C..230°C, high protection against corrosion, good to water and oxidation resistance.

Protection of the battery poles: neutral grease or vaseline.

Spray grease for chains (recommended

Brake fluid (recommended): F.F., DOT 5 (DOT 4 compatible).

À Use new brake fluid only.

Engine coolant (recommended) > ECOBLU -40°C.

À Use only antifreeze and anticorrosive without nitrite, ensuring protection at -35°C at least.

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Front stoplight switch

Rear stoplight switch

2 stroke oil reserve switch Diode

Rear right direction indicator Rear light

Rear left direction indicator Right dimmer switch

Ignition switch/steering lock Low/high beam bulb

Direction indicator warning light 2 stroke oil reserve warning light Number plate light

Fuel level indicator

Low fuel warning light

Low beam warning light

30) 31) 32) 33) 34) 35) 36) 37) 38) 39) 40) 41)

Coolant temperature indicator Front right direction indicator Front left direction indicator Front parking light

Rear parking light / stoplight bulb Speed sensor

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aprilia s.p.a. wishes to thank its customers for the purchase of this vehicle.

Do not dispose of oil, fuel, polluting substances and components in the envi- ronment.

Do not keep the engine running if it isn't necessary. Avoid disturbing noises.