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© 2000 aprilia s.p.a. - Noale (VE)

First edition: november 2000

Reprint:

Produced and printed by:

editing divisionSoave (VERONA) - ItalyTel. +39 - 045 76 11 911Fax +39 - 045 76 12 241E-mail: customer@stp.itwww.stp.it

On behalf of:aprilia s.p.a.via G. Galilei, 1 - 30033 Noale (VE) - Italy

Tel. +39 - 041 58 29 111Fax +39 - 041 44 10 54www.aprilia.com

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The following precautionary warnings areused throughout this manual in order toconvey the following messages:

Safety warning. When you find thissymbol on the vehicle or in the

manual, be careful to the potential riskof personal injury. Non-compliancewith the indications given in the mes-sages preceded by this symbol may re-

sult in grave risks for your and otherpeople’s safety and for the vehicle!

aWARNINGIndicates a potential hazard which mayresult in serious injury or even death.

aCAUTIONIndicates a potential hazard which mayresult in minor personal injury or dam-age to the vehicle.

NOTE The word “NOTE” in this manualprecedes important information or instruc-

tions.

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The operations preceded by thissymbol must be repeated also on

the opposite side of the vehicle.

If not expressly indicated otherwise, for thereassembly of the units repeat the disas-sembly operations in reverse order.

The terms “right” and “left” are referred tothe rider seated on the vehicle in the nor-mal riding position.

The vehiclew has been designed andproduced as a single seater (for the trans-port of the rider only).

The vehiclew cannot be used to trans-port any passenger, luggage and objects.

In this manual, any reference to the trans-port of passenger,luggage or objects re-gards only theW version of the vehicle.

If the glove/tool kit compartment cover hasbeen installed (as an alternative to the pas-senger seat), the transport of passenger,luggage or objects is forbidden even withW.

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

Your and other people’s safety dependsnot only on your quickness of reflexes andon your agility, but also on what you knowabout the vehicle, on its efficiency and onyour knowledge of the basic information for“SAFE DRIVE”.

Therefore, get a thorough knowledge of thevehicle, in such a way as to be able to drivein the traffic safely.

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To drive the vehicle it is necessary to be inpossession of all the requirements pre-scribed by law (driving licence, minimum

age, psychophysical ability, insurance,state taxes, vehicle registration, numberplate, etc.).

Gradually get to know the vehicle by driv-ing it first in areas with low traffic and/or pri-vate areas.

The use of medicins, alcohol and drugs orpsychotropic substances notably increasesthe risk of accidents.

Be sure that you are in good psychophysi-

cal conditions and fit for driving and payparticular attention to physical wearinessand drowsiness.

Most road accidents are caused by thedriver’s lack of experience.NEVER lend the vehicle to beginners and,in any case, make sure that the driver hasall 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 considerationto 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 bypreceding vehicles in order to increase

your speed.

Always drive with both hands on the han-dlebars and both feet on the footrests (oron the rider’s footboards), in the correctdriving posture.

Avoid standing up or stretching your limbswhile driving.

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

Use only the vehicle’s specific fuels and lu-bricants indicated in the "LUBRICANTCHART"; check all oil, fuel and coolant lev-els regularly.

If the 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.

If necessary, have the vehicle inspected byan aprilia Official Dealer who should care-fully check the frame, handlebars, suspen-sions, safety parts and all the devices thatyou 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 ofdamage it has suffered endangers yoursafety.

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Never change the position, inclination orcolour of: number plate, direction indica-tors, lights and horns.

Any modification of the vehicle will result in

the invalidity of the guarantee

Any modification of the vehicle and/or theremoval of original components can com-promise vehicle performance levels andsafety or even make it illegal.

We recommend respecting all regulationsand national and local provisions regardingthe equipment of the vehicle.

In particular, avoid all modifications that in-crease the vehicle’s performance levels oralter its original characteristics.

Never race with other vehicles.

Avoid off-road driving.

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Before starting, always wear a correctlyfastened crash helmet. Make sure that it ishomologated, in good shape, of the right

size and that the visor is clean.Wear protective clothing, preferably in lightand/or reflecting colours. In this way youwill make yourself more visible to the otherdrivers, thus notably reducing the risk ofbeing knocked down, and you will be moreprotected in case of fall.

This clothing should be very tight-fittingand fastened at the wrists and ankles;strings, belts and ties should not be hang-ing loose; prevent these and other objectsfrom interfering with driving by getting en-tangled with moving parts or driving mech-anisms.

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Do not keep objects that can be dangerousin case of fall, for example pointed objectslike keys, pens, glass vials etc. in yourpockets (the same recommendations alsoapply to passengers).

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The owner of the vehicle is responsible forthe choice, installation and use of any ac-cessory.Avoid installing accessories that coverhorns or lights or that could impair theirfunctions, limit the suspension stroke andthe steering angle, hamper the operation ofthe controls and reduce the distance fromthe ground and the angle of inclination inturns.Avoid using accessories that hamper ac-

cess to the controls, since this can prolongreaction times during an emergency.Big fairings and windshields installed onthe vehicle may produce aerodynamic forc-es that affect the stability of the vehicle, es-pecially when riding at high speed.

Make sure that the equipment is well fas-tened to the vehicle and not dangerousduring driving.Do not install electrical devices and do notmodify those already existing to avoid elec-

trical overloads, because the vehicle couldsuddenly stop or there could be a danger-ous current shortage in the horn and in thelights.aprilia recommends the use of genuineaccessories (aprilia genuine accessories).

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Be careful and moderate when loadingyour luggage. Keep any luggage loaded asclose as possible to the center of gravity ofthe vehicle and distribute the load uniform-ly on both sides, in order to reduce umbal-ance to the minimum. Furthermore, makesure that the load is firmly secured to the

vehicle, especially during long trips.Avoid hanging bulky, heavy and/or danger-

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ous objects on the handlebars, mudguardsand 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 thevehicle sides and do not ride with the crashhelmet, because they could hit people orobstacles, making you lose control of thevehicle.

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

Do not carry bags which protrude too muchfrom the luggage-rack or which cover the

lights, horn or indicators.Do not carry animals or children on theglove compartment or on the luggage rack.

Do not exceed the maximum load allowedfor each side-bag.

When the vehicle is overloaded, its stabilityand its manoeuvrability can be compro-

mised.

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1) Left fairing2) Non-adjustable steering

damper (adjustable steeringdamper W m)

3) Headlight

4) Front part of the fairing5) Clutch fluid reservoir

6) Left rear-view mirror7) Engine oil filter8) Left side cover9) Rider saddle

10) Battery

11) Main fuse carrier (30 A)12) Passenger seat lock

13) Passenger left footrest(snapping, closed/open)

14) Drive chain15) Rear fork16) Rider left footrest

17) Side stand18) Shifting lever

19) Engine oil tank20) Engine oil level21) Engine oil tank cap

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1) Rear shock absorber2) Passenger right footrest

(snapping, closed/open)3) Rear light4) Glove/tool kit compartment

5) Passenger seat (glove/tool kitcompartment coverW m)

6) Passenger grab strap7) Electronic unit8) Right side cover9) Fuel tank

10) Coolant expansion tank cap

11) Fuel tank filler cap12) Air cleaner

13) Right rear-view mirror14) Front brake fluid tank15) Secondary fuse carrier

(15 A)16) Horn

17) Expansion tank18) Rear brake fluid tank

19) Lower fairing20) Rear brake pump21) Rear brake control lever22) Rider right footrest

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1) Left fairing2) Engine oil tank cap3) Adjustable steering damper4) Headlight5) Front part of the fairing

6) Clutch fluid reservoir7) Left rear-view mirror

8) Left side cover9) Rider saddle

10) Battery11) Main fuse carrier (30A)12) Glove/tool kit compartment

lock

13) Drive chain14) Rear fork15) Rider left footrest16) Side stand17) Shifting lever

18) Engine oil filter19) Engine oil tank20) Engine oil level

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1) Rear shock absorber2) Rear light3) Glove/tool kit compartment4) Glove/tool kit compartment

cover5) Electronic unit6) Right side cover

7) Fuel tank8) Coolant expansion tank

cap9) Fuel tank filler cap

10) Air cleaner

11) Right rear-view mirror12) Front brake fluid tank

13) Secondary fuse carrier(15A)

14) Horn15) Expansion tank16) Rear brake fluid tank17) Lower fairing18) Rear brake pump

19) Rear brake control lever20) Rider right footrest

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1) Ignition switch/steering lock (2 -1 - &)2) Cold start lever (0)3) Dimmer switch (8 -7)4) Direction indicator switch (6)5) Horn push button (*)

6) Light switch (( -' - •) (not provided fore)7) High beam signaller push button (7)/LAP push button (multi-function)

8) Clutch lever9) Instruments and indicators

10) Front brake lever11) Throttle grip12) Start push button (+)

13) Engine stop switch (#2 -!1)

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1) Green direction indicator warning light (6)2) Blue high beam warning light (7)3) Revolution counter4) Programmable red line warning light LED (max )5) Amber low fuel warning light (-)6) Amber “side stand down” warning light (Æ)

7) Right multifunction digital display (coolant temperature - clock- battery voltage - chronometer - diagnostic)

8) Red engine oil pressure warning light LED (.)9) Green neutral indicator warning light (/)

10) Multifunction computer programming push buttons

11) Left multifunction digital display (speedometer - odometer)

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Description Function

Direction indicator warning light 6 Blinks when the direction indicators are on.

High beam warning light 7 Comes on when the high beam bulbs are on or when the headlight signaller is operated.

Revolution counter rpm Indicates the number of revolutions of the engine per minute.

Never exceed the engine max. speed rate, see p. 56 (RUNNING-IN).

Red line warning light LED max

Blinks when the max. rpm set by the user is reached, see p. 22 [SETTING THE RED LINETHRESHOLD (WITH ENGINE OFF ONLY)].

It comes on when the engine max. rpm threshold setting is confirmed, see p. 22 [SETTING THERED LINE THRESHOLD (WITH ENGINE OFF ONLY)] and whenever the ignition key is rotatedto position “2”, for about three seconds, see p. 20 (MULTIFUNCTION COMPUTER).

Low fuel warning light -Comes on when the quantity of fuel left in the tank is about 4.5 ± 1 L .

In this case, top up as soon as possible, see p. 33 (FUEL).

Side stand down warning light Æ Comes on when the side stand is down.

Engine oil pressure warning lightLED

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Comes on whenever the ignition switch is in position “2” and the engine is not running, thuschecking the functionality of the LED.

If the light LED does not come on in this phase, contact an aprilia Official Dealer.If the engine oil pressure warning light LED “.” remains on afterthe start or comes on during the normal operation of the engine,

this means that the engine oil pressure in the circuit is insufficient.

In this case, stop the engine immediately and contact an A P R I L I A Official Dealer.

Neutral indicator warning light / Comes on when the gear is in neutral.

Multifunctiondigital display(left side)

Speedometer (km/h - MPH) Indicates the instantaneous, average or maximum driving speed (in kilome-tres or miles) according to the presetting, see p. 20 (MULTIFUNCTION COM-PUTER).

To alternate thedata displayed,see p. 20 (MUL-T IFUNCTIONCOMPUTER).Odometer (km - mi) Indicates the partial or total number of kilometres or miles covered.

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Multifunctiondigital display(right side)

Coolant tempera-ture (°C/°F)

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Indicates the temperature of the coolant in the engine, see p. 20 (MULTI-FUNCTION COMPUTER).

Do not leave the ignition switch in position “1”,

since the cooling fans would stop independentlyof the coolant temperature; in this case there would be a further temper-ature increase.

If a temperature of 115 – 120 °C (239 – 248 °F) is displayed, stop the engine,turn the ignition key to position “2” and wait for the disconnection of the cool-ing fans.At this point turn the ignition key to position “1” and check the coolant level,see p. 40 (COOLANT).

If the writing "///" is displayed, stop the vehicle and let the engine run at3000 rpm for approximately two minutes, thus allowing the coolant to circulateregularly in the system; then press the engine stop switch to position "! 1"and check the coolant level, see p. 40 (COOLANT). If the writing “///” isstill displayed after the coolant level has been checked, contact an aprilia Of-ficial Dealer.

If the maximum allowed temperature (120°C -248 °F) is exceeded, the engine may be serious-

ly damaged.

To alternate thedata displayed,see p. 20 (MUL-TIFUNCTIONCOMPUTER).

ClockIndicates the hour and minutes according to the presetting, see p. 20 (MULTI-FUNCTION COMPUTER).

Battery voltage VBATT

Indicates the battery voltage, see p. 20 (MULTIFUNCTION COMPUTER).

Chronometer Indicates the various timings according to the presetting, see p. 20 (MULTI-FUNCTION COMPUTER).

Diagnostics

Whenever the ignition switch is brought to position “2”, the writing "HIL" appears on the rightside of the multifunction display for approximately three seconds.

If the writing “(),” is displayed during the normal operation ofthe engine, this means that the electronic unit has detected an

anomaly. In many cases, the engine keeps running with reduced performance levels; im-

mediately contact an A P R I L I A Official Dealer.

Description Function

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When the ignition key (1) is rotated to posi-tion “2”, the following warning lights comeon on the dashboard:

– red line warning light LED “max ” (2);

– red engine oil pressure warning lightLED “.” (3), which remains on until theengine starts.

The pointer (4) of the revolution countershifts to the maximum value (rpm) set bythe user. After about three seconds thered line warning light LED "max " (2) goes

off; the pointer (4) of the revolution counterreturns to its initial position.The writing "()," (5) appears on the rightside of the multifunction display for threeseconds.

In this way the component operation istested.

aCAUTIONAfter the first 1000 km (625 mi) and suc-

cessively every 7500 km (4687 mi), thewriting “SERVICE” (5a) appears on theright display.

In this case contact an APRILIA OfficialDealer, who will carry out the opera-tions indicated in the regular service in-tervals chart, see p. 60 (REGULARSERVICE INTERVALS CHART). Tomake the writing “SERVICE” disappear,press the “LAP” push button (6) andthen the push buttonr and keep thempressed for about five seconds.

With the ignition key (1) in position "2" the

standard settings on the dashboard are thefollowing:

Right display: Clock (7), coolant tempera-ture in °C (8).

Left display: Instantaneous speed inkm/h (9), trip 1 (trip odometer) (10), totalkilometres/miles odometer (11).

Upon installation of the battery or of the30A main fuses:

– the revolution counter pointer (4) makestwelve clockwise clicks, thus checking theoperation of the revolution counter itself;

– the instantaneous, maximum and aver-age speed function is set in “km/h”;

– the coolant temperature is set in °C;

– the digital clock is set to zero;– the red line is set at 6000 rpm, indicatedby the coming on of the red line warninglight LED “max ” (red) (2).

NOTE If necessary, carry out the appro-priate adjustments.

SEGMENT OPERATION CHECK

x Press the push buttons l and k at thesame time.x Rotate the ignition key (1) from position

“1” to position “2”.

All the segments (13) (13a) will remain onuntil the push buttons l and k are re-leased.

SWITCHING FROM km TO mi (fromkm/h to MPH) AND VICEVERSA (LEFTDISPLAY)

km/hMPH

kmmi

AVSV max

12

9

10 1113a

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x Press the push button l until, afterabout five seconds, all the writings (12)on the left display start blinking.

x Release the push buttonl.x Press the push button k to change the

unit of measurement from “km” to “mi”

(from “km/h” to “MPH”) or viceversa.x To confirm the setting, press the push

buttonl for about five seconds.

SETTING THE INSTANTANEOUS,MAXIMUM AND AVERAGE SPEED(LEFT DISPLAY)

NOTE Two seconds after the vehiclehas started moving, the instantaneousspeed is automatically shown on the dis-play, even if a different function is set.

When the ignition key is rotated to position“2”, the instantaneous speed (9) and thepartial number of kilometres/miles covered

“trip 1” (10) appear on the left display.Resetting “trip 1” (10): with the odometer seton the instantaneous speed function, press

the push buttonr for about two seconds.

x To display the maximum speed (14) andthe distance “trip 1” (10), press the pushbutton k for about one second. Thewriting “V max” (15), the maximumspeed (14) and the distance “trip 1” (10)

are displayed.

Resetting the maximum speed (14): withthe odometer set on the “V max” function,press the push button r for about 2 sec-onds.

NOTE The measurement of the maxi-

mum speed is relevant to the distance cov-ered from the last setting to zero of the max-imum speed itself. The distance “trip 1” (10)shown on the display indicates the numberof kilometres/miles covered from the lastsetting to zero, to the distance “trip 1”.

x To display the average speed (16) and

the distance “trip 2” (17), press the pushbuttonk again for about 1 second.

The writing “AVS” (18), the average speed(16) and the distance “trip 2” (17) are dis-played.

Resetting the average speed (16) and thedistance “trip 2” (17): with the odometer seton the “AVS” function, press the push but-tonr for about 1 second.

NOTE The measurement of the averagespeed is relevant to the distance “trip 2”(odometer).

The distance “trip 2” (17) shown on the dis-play indicates the number of kilome-

tres/miles covered from the last setting tozero.

If more than 1000 km (625 mi) are coveredwithout setting “trip 2” to zero, the value ofthe average speed will be wrong.

x To display the instantaneous speed (13)

and the distance “trip 1” (10), press thepush buttonk again.

km/hMPH

kmmi

AVSV max

9

10

km/hMPH

kmmi

AVSV max

10

15

14

km/hMPH

kmmi

AVSV max

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SETTING THE RED LINE THRESHOLD(WITH ENGINE OFF ONLY)

When the maximum rpm set is exceed-

ed, the red line warning light LED “max ”

(2) positioned on the dashboard starts

blinking.If the push button j is pressed for lessthan one second, the pointer of the revolu-

tion counter (4) shifts to the red line value

set for three seconds, after which it returnsto its initial position.

For the adjustment, proceed as follows:

x Press the push button j, release it andpress it j again within 3 seconds. Thepointer (4) moves increasing the valueby 1000 rpm at each click, as long asj

is kept pressed; when it has reached themaximum value, it starts again from thebeginning.

x Press the push button j until the de-sired rpm value has been set.

x If the push buttonj is released and thenpressed again within 3 seconds, intermit-

tently, the pointer (4) moves increasingthe value by 100 rpm at each click; whenit has reached the maximum value, itstarts again from the beginning.

NOTE It is not possible to set the redline at values lower than 2000 rpm or high-er than 12000 rpm.

aCAUTIONNever exceed the recommended rpm,

see p. 56 (RUNNING-IN).

x To confirm, release the push button j.After three seconds, the red line thresh-old setting is stored.

NOTE The setting is confirmed by thecoming on of the red line warning light LED

“max ” (2).

MULTIFUNCTION (RIGHT DISPLAY)

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MULTIFUNCTION (RIGHT DISPLAY)

The right display (multifunction) includesthe coolant temperature in °C (°F) (8) andthe digital clock (7) as standard settings.

NOTE When the engine is cold, the writ-ing "9" blinks.

By pressing the push button g, the follow-ing functions can be obtained in sequence:

STANDARD SETTING: COOLANT TEM-PERATURE AND DIGITAL CLOCK

The coolant temperature value (8) isshown in the upper part of the right display.It is possible to switch from °C to °F andviceversa, see p. 24 (SETTING °C OR °F).

– When the temperature is below 35°C(95°F), the writing “9” (8) blinks onthe right display.

– When the temperature is over 115°C(239°F), the value (8) blinks on the rightdisplay, even if a function different fromthe standard setting has been set.

– When the temperature is over 130°C(266°F), the writing “///” (8) appearson the right display.

aCAUTIONIf the writing “///” is displayed with atemperature below 130°C (266°F), there

may be a failure of the electric circuit. Inthis case, contact an APRILIA OfficialDealer.

Thermometer range on the display: 35– 130°C (95– 266 °F).

The digital clock (7) appears in the lowerpart of the right display. To set or modifyhour and minutes, see p. 24 (SETTINGTHE HOUR) and (SETTING THE MIN-UTES).

BATTERY VOLTAGE - VBATT

x If the push buttong is pressed once, thebattery voltage expressed in volt (19) ap-pears in the lower part of the right dis-play, while the coolant temperature (8) is

displayed in the upper part. The writing“V BATT” (20) is displayed. The re-charge circuit functions correctly if at4000 rpm the battery voltage with lowbeam on is included between 13 and 15V.

Standard setting: Temperature in °Cand digital clock

g

Battery voltage (V BATT)

g

Setting the hour

g

Setting the minutes

g

Setting °C or °F

SERVICEDIAG V BATT

8

7

SERVICEDIAG V BATT

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SETTING THE HOUR

xWhen the push button g is pressed forthe second time, the hour segments (21)start blinking in the lower part of the rightdisplay (digital clock).

x

To modify the hour setting, press the“LAP” push button (6) on the left part ofthe handlebar.

x To confirm the hour setting, press thepush buttong.

SETTING THE MINUTES

xWhen the push button g is pressed forthe third time, the minute segments (22)start blinking in the lower part of the rightdisplay (digital clock).

x

To modify the minute setting, press the“LAP” push button (6) on the left part ofthe handlebar.

x To confirm the minute setting, press thepush buttong.

SETTING °C OR °F

xWhen the push button g is pressed forthe fourth time, the segments of the cool-ant temperature in °C or °F (8) startblinking in the upper part of the display.

x

To modify from °C to °F setting, or viceversa, press the “LAP” push button (6)on the left part of the handlebar.

x To confirm the setting, press the pushbuttong.

SERVICEDIAG V BATT

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CHRONOMETER (RIGHT DISPLAY)

The chronometer makes it possible tomeasure the time per lap with the vehicleon a racetrack and to store the data, insuch a way as to be able to consult them

successively.When the “CHRONOMETER” function hasbeen selected, it is not possible to recallthe following functions:

– maximum speed “V max”;

– average speed “AVS”;

– distance “trip 2”.

x To operate the chronometer, press the“LAP” push button (6) and, within sevenseconds, the push buttong.

x To start timing, press the “LAP” pushbutton (6) and release it immediately.

x To store the time acquired, press the“LAP” push button (6).

The “LAP” push button (6) is not enabledfor 10 seconds and the last time stored(23) is shown on the display.

After which, the chronometer with the cur-rent timing (24) is displayed, starting fromten seconds.

x To display the first time stored (25),press the push buttonk.

x To be able to see the stored times in se-quence, press the “LAP” push button (6).The writings / , / , / , / , etc.(26) are displayed.

x To start timing again, press the push but-

tonk.

NOTE It is possible to store max. 40times, after which the “LAP” push button(6) is not effective any longer.

x To set the memory to zero, press thepush button l and the “LAP” push but-

ton (6) at the same time for two seconds.x To leave the chronometer function, press

the “LAP” push button (6) and the pushbuttong.

The coolant temperature (8) and the digitalclock (7) appear on the right display (multi-function).

NOTEWhen the engine is cold, the writ-

ing "9" blinks.

DIAGNOSTICS

Whenever the ignition switch is turned toposition “2”, the writing “(),” is displayedfor about three seconds.

aCAUTIONIf the writing “HIL” is displayed during

the normal operation of the engine, thismeans that the electronic unit has de-tected an anomaly.

In many cases, the engine keeps run-ning with reduced performance levels;

immediately contact an APRILIA OfficialDealer.

SERVICEDIAG V BATT

23

26

2524

SERVICEDIAG V BATT

7

8

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NOTE The electrical parts work only when the ignition switchis in position “2”.

1) HORN PUSH BUTTON (*)

The horn is activated when the push button is pressed.

2) DIRECTION INDICATOR SWITCH (6)To indicate the turn to the left, move the switch to the left; toindicate the turn to the right, move the switch to the right.To turn off the direction indicator, press the switch.

3) DIMMER SWITCH (% -$)When the light switch is in position "(": if the dimmer switchis in position "$", the high beam comes on; while if it is in

position "%", the low beam comes on.

3) DIMMER SWITCH (% -$)eWhen it is in position “%” the parking lights, the dashboardlight and the low beam are always on.When it is in position “$”, the high beam comes on.

4) LIGHT SWITCH (( -' - •) (not provided fore)

When the light switch is in position "•", the lights are off; whenthe switch is in position "'", the parking lights and the dash-board light are on; when the switch is in position "(", theparking lights, the dashboard light and the low beam are on.The high beam can be operated by means of the dimmerswitch.

5) HIGH BEAM SIGNALLER PUSH BUTTON (7)/LAP PUSHBUTTON (multifunction)

NOTE For the setting of the functions, see p. 20 (MULTI-FUNCTION COMPUTER).

This push button makes it possible to use the high beam sig-naller in case of danger or emergency, or displays the various

preset functions on the right multifunction display:– hour and minutes;– coolant temperature (°C or °F);– chronometer.

/LAP

PUSHPUSH

4

5

1

2

3

6

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The high beam blinking is operated by pressing the push but-ton, independently of the position of the light switch (( -'- •).

NOTE To disconnect the high beam blinking, release the pushbutton.

6) COLD START LEVER (0)The starter for the cold start of the engine is operated by ro-tating the lever “0” downwards.To disconnect the starter, move the lever “0” to its initial posi-

tion.

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NOTE The electrical parts work only when the ignition switchis in position “2”.

7) ENGINE STOP SWITCH (# 2 -! 1)

aWARNINGDo not operate the engine stop switch "#2 - !1" in run-ning conditions.

This is a safety or emergency switch.

When the switch is in position "# 2", it is possible to startthe engine; the engine can be stopped by moving the switchto position "! 1".

aCAUTIONWith stopped engine and ignition switch in position "# 2",the battery may discharge.

When the vehicle has come to rest, after stopping the en-gine, move the ignition switch to position “! 1”.

8) START PUSH BUTTON (+)When the start push button “+” is pressed, the starter makesthe engine run. For the starting, see p. 50 (STARTING).

PUSHPUSH

7

8PUSHPUSH

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The ignition switch (1) is positioned on theupper plate of the steering column.

NOTE The key operates the ignitionswitch/steering lock, the fuel tank lock and

the glove/tool kit compartment lock.Two keys are supplied together with thevehicle (one spare key).

NOTE Do not keep the spare key on thevehicle.

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aWARNINGNever turn the key to position “&” inrunning conditions, in order to avoidlosing control of the vehicle.

OPERATION

To lock the steering:

x Turn the handlebar completely leftwards.x Turn the key to position “1”.x Press the key and rotate it to position “&”.x

Extract the key.

Position Function Key removal

Steeringlock

The steer-ing islocked. It is

neither pos-sible to startthe engine,nor to switchon thelights.

It is possibleto remove thekey.

Neither the

engine, northe lightscan beswitched on.

It is possible

to remove thekey.

The engineand thelights can be

switched on.

It is not possi-ble to removethe key.

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x Position the vehicle on the stand, see p.

58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ONTHE STAND).

x Introduce the key (1) in the seat lock.

x Rotate the key (1) anticlockwise, lift andwithdraw the seat (2) from behind.

NOTE Before lowering and locking theseat (2), make sure that you have not leftthe key in the glove/tool kit compartment.

To lock the seat (2), proceed as follows:

x Introduce its front part under the passen-ger grab strap (3).

x Position the seat and press it, makingthe lock snap.

aWARNINGBefore leaving, make sure that the seat(2) is properly locked.

NOTE Upon request it is possible tosupply the glove/tool kit compartment cov-erm (4) to be used instead of the passen-

ger seat.If the glove/tool kit compartment cover isused, the passenger grab strap must befolded and put inside the glove/tool kitcompartment: for the installation and re-moval, see p. 29 (UNLOCKING/LOCKINGTHE PASSENGER SEATW).

A useful compartment is available underthe glove/tool kit compartment cover; toreach it, it is sufficient to release and re-move the flap (5).

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OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BYTHE APRILIA Official Dealer (WHICHCAN BE CARRIED OUT EVEN BY THE

USER).

Key

= check and clean, adjust, lubricate orchange, if necessary;

= clean;

= change; = adjust.

NOTE Perform the maintenance opera-tions with doubled frequency if the vehicleis used in rainy or dusty areas, on unevensurfaces or on racetracks.

(*) = In case of use on racetracks, changeevery 3750 km (2343 mi).(**) = Check every two weeks or accord-

ing to the intervals indicated.

ComponentAfter run-

ning-in [1000km (625 mi)]

Every 7500km (4687 mi)or 12 months

Every 15000km (9375 mi)or 24 months

Spark plugs (*)

Air cleaner

Engine oil filter (*)

Engine oil filter (on oil tank)

Fork

Light operation/direction

Light system

Safety switches

Clutch fluid

Brake fluid

Coolant

Engine oil (*)

Tyres

Tyre pressure (**)

Engine idling rpm

Engine oil pressure warning light LED at every start:

Drive chain tension and lubrication every 1000 km (625 mi):

Brake pad wear before every trip and every

2000 km (1250 mi):

OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BYTHE ILI Offi i l D l

After running- Every 7500 km Every 15000

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THE APRILIA Official Dealer.

Key

= check and clean, adjust, lubricate or

change, if necessary; = clean;

= change;

= adjust.

NOTE Perform the maintenance opera-tions with doubled frequency if the vehicleis used in rainy or dusty areas, on unevensurfaces or on racetracks.

(*) = In case of use on race tracks, checkevery 3750 km (2343 mi).

(**) = With “R” forkw (W m), changeevery 10000 km (6250 mi).

(***) = Only in case of:– intense use on racetracks;– participation in competitions.

Componentg

in [1000 km(625 mi)]

y(4687 mi) or 12

months

ykm (9375 mi)or 24 months

Rear shock absorber

Transmission cables and controls

Rear suspension linkage bearings

Steering bearings and steering clearance

Wheel bearings

Brake discs

General running of the vehicle

Adjusting the valve clearance

Braking systems

Cooling system

Throttle body pin greasing

Clutch fluid

every 2 years: Brake fluid

Coolant

Fork oil (**)after the first 7500 km (4687 mi) and successively

every 22500 km (14000 mi):

Fork oil sealsafter the first 30000 km (18750 mi) and

successively every 22500 km (14000 mi):

Brake pads if worn:

Wheel/Tyres

Nut, bolt, screw tighteningCylinder synchronization

Suspensions and attitude

Final transmission (chain, crown and pinion)

Fuel pipes

every 4 years:

Clutch wear (*)

Pistons (***) every 5000 km (3125 mi):

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)$%.4)&)#!4)/.$!4!

It is a good rule to write down the frameand engine numbers in the space providedin this manual.

The frame number can be used for the pur-

chase of spare parts.NOTE Do not alter the identificationnumbers if you do not want to incur severepenal and administrative sanctions. In par-ticular, the alteration of the frame numberresults in the immediate invalidity of theguarantee.

FRAME NUMBER

The frame number is stamped on the rightside of the steering column.

Frame no.

ENGINE NUMBER

The engine number is stamped on the rear

part of the engine, near the pinion.Engine no.

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Carefully read p. 43 (ENGINE OIL) and p.59 (MAINTENANCE).

NOTE Perform the maintenance opera-

tions with doubled frequency if the vehicleis used in rainy or dusty areas, on unevensurfaces or on racetracks.

Periodically check the engine oil level,change the oil after the first 1000 km (625mi) and successively every 7500 km (4687mi), see p. 64 (CHANGING THE ENGINE

OIL AND THE OIL FILTER).

aCAUTIONIn case of use on racetracks, changethe engine oil every 3750 km (2343 mi).

If the vehicle is used in dusty areas,change the oil more frequently.

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M A X

M I N

3

4

MAXMAX

MINMIN

DIAG

km/h X 1 0 0 0

r p m

BORLETTIVEGLIA

N

max

12 3

4

5

6

7

8

9 10 11

12 A

A

For the check, proceed as follows:

aCAUTIONThe engine oil level must be checkedwith warm engine.If the check is carried out with cold en-

gine, the oil level may temporarily lowerbelow the “MIN” mark.This is not a problem, provided that theengine oil pressure warning light LED“.” (A) does not come on, see p. 18(INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS TA-BLE).

NOTE To warm the engine and have theengine oil reach the operating temperature,do not let the engine idle with the vehicle atrest. According to the correct procedure, itis advisable to carry out the check after atrip of after covering approximately 15 km(10 mi) on a road outside town (this is suffi-cient for the engine oil to reach the opera-ting temperature).

x Stop the engine, see p. 57 (STOPPING).x Keep the vehicle in vertical position, with

the two wheels resting on the ground.x Check the oil level on the transparent

pipe (3) through the apposite slots (1) (2)on the left part of the fairing.

MAX = maximum levelMIN = minimum level.

The difference between “MAX” and “MIN”

amounts to approximately 500 cm#.

x The level is correct when the oil almostreaches the “MAX” mark.

aCAUTIONNever exceed the “MAX” mark, norleave the oil below the “MIN” mark, inorder to avoid serious damage to theengine.

If necessary, top up the engine oil by

proceeding as follows:

x Remove the left fairing, see p. 77 (RE-MOVING THE SIDE FAIRINGS).

x Unscrew and remove the filling cap (4).

aCAUTIONDo not put additives or other substanc-

es into the oil.If you use a funnel or other similaritems, make sure that they are perfectlyclean.

NOTE Use high-quality 15W – 50 oil,see p. 113 (LUBRICANT CHART).

x Top up the tank and restore the correctlevel, see p. 113 (LUBRICANT CHART).

1

2

3

M AX

M I N

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aCAUTIONThe engine oil and the oil filter change

operations may be difficult for unskilledoperators.

If necessary, contact your APRILIA Offi-cial Dealer.

If you want to perform these operationspersonally, keep to the following instruc-tions.

Carefully read p. 43 (ENGINE OIL) and p.59 (MAINTENANCE).

NOTE Perform the maintenance opera-tions with doubled frequency if the vehicleis used in rainy or dusty areas, on unevensurfaces or on racetracks.

Periodically check the engine oil level, see

p. 62 (CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEV-EL AND TOPPING UP) change the oil afterthe first 1000 km (625 mi) and successivelyevery 7500 km (4687 mi).

aCAUTIONIn case of use on racetracks, change

the engine oil every 3750 km (2343 mi).If the vehicle is used in dusty areas,change the oil more frequently.

To change, proceed as follows:

NOTE The oil flows out completely andwithout problems when it is warm and

therefore more fluid: to achieve this condi-tion, the engine should run for approxi-mately twenty minutes.

aCAUTIONWhen warmed up, the engine containshot oil; therefore, while carrying out theoperations described here below beparticularly careful, in order to avoidburns.

x Remove the lower fairing, see p. 77 (RE-MOVING THE LOWER FAIRING).

x Position a container (1) with more than4000 cm# capacity in correspondencewith the drain plug (2) positioned on thetank.

x Unscrew and remove the drain plug (2)

positioned on the tank.x Unscrew and remove the filling cap (3).x Drain the oil and let it drip into the con-

tainer (1) for a few minutes.x Check and if necessary replace the seal-

ing washer of the drain plug (2) posi-tioned on the tank.

x Screw and tighten the drain plug (2) on

the tank.

Drain plug (2) driving torque: 15 Nm(1.5 kgm).

xMove the container (1) and position it un-der the engine base, in correspondencewith the drain plug positioned on the en-gine (4).

x Unscrew and remove the drain plug posi-tioned on the engine (4).

x Drain the oil and let it drip into the con-tainer (1) for a few minutes.

aCAUTIONDo not dispose of oil in the environ-

ment. Put it in a sealed container andtake it to the filling station where youusually buy it or to an oil salvage cent-er.

x Remove the metal residues from thedrain plug (4) magnet.

NOTE Prepare a screwdriver-type pipeclamp (10) to replace the original one (spe-

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x Screw and tighten the drain plug (4).

Driving torque of the drain plug (4) posi-tioned on the engine: 12 Nm (1.2 kgm).

CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL FILTER

NOTE Perform the maintenance opera-tions with doubled frequency if the vehicleis used in rainy or dusty areas, on unevensurfaces or on racetracks.

Change the engine oil filter after thefirst 1000 km (625 mi) and successivelyevery 7500 km (4687 mi) (or every time

you change the oil).

x Unscrew the two screws (5) and removethe cover (6).

x Remove the engine oil filter (7).

aCAUTIONDo not use filters that have alreadybeen used.

x Spread an oil film on the sealing ring (8)of the new engine oil filter.

x Fit the new engine oil filter.x Put back the cover (6), screw and tighten

the two screws (5).

CLEANING THE ENGINE OIL FILTER ONTHE TANK

NOTE Perform the maintenance opera-tions with doubled frequency if the vehicleis used in rainy or dusty areas, on unevensurfaces or on racetracks.

Clean the engine oil filter (9) on the tankafter the first 1000 km (625 mi) and suc-cessively every 15000 km (9375 mi) (orevery two engine oil changes).

clamp (10) to replace the original one (special type).

x Loosen the clamp (11) and disconnectthe pipe (12).

x Unscrew and remove the engine oil filter(9) positioned on the tank and clean itwith a jet of compressed air.

x Check the seal of the engine oil filter (9)positioned on the tank; screw and tightenit.

Engine oil filter (9) driving torque: 30

Nm (3 kgm).x Connect the pipe (12) and tighten thenew clamp (10).

aCAUTIONDo not put additives or other substanc-es into the oil.If you use a funnel or other similar

items, make sure that they are perfectlyclean.

NOTE Use high-quality 15W – 50 oil,see p. 113 (LUBRICANT CHART).

x Pour about 3500 cm# of engine oilthrough the filling opening (13), see p.

113 (LUBRICANT CHART).x Tighten the filling cap (3).x Start the engine, see p. 50 (STARTING)

and let it idle for about one minute, in or-der to ensure the filling up of the engine oilcircuit.

x Check the oil level and top up if neces-

sary, see p. 62 (CHECKING THE EN-GINE OIL LEVEL AND TOPPING UP).

Upon reassembly, before positioningthe filter case cover (3), make sure that

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NOTE Perform the maintenance opera-tions with doubled frequency if the vehicleis used in rainy or dusty areas, on unevensurfaces or on racetracks.

Check the air cleaner every 7500 km (4687mi) or 12 months, change it every 15000 km(9375 mi) or more frequently if the vehicle isused on dusty or wet roads.

It is possible to clean the air cleaner partiallyafter using the vehicle on this kind of roads.

aCAUTION

The partial cleaning of the filter does notexclude or postpone the replacement ofthe filter itself. Do not start the engine ifthe air cleaner has been removed. Donot clean the filtering element with petrolor solvents, since they may cause a firein the fuel supply system, with seriousdanger for the persons in the vicinity and

for the vehicle.

DO NOT DISPOSE OF POLLUTING SUB-STANCES OR COMPONENTS IN THEENVIRONMENT.

x Every 7500 km (4687 mi), remove theplug (1), empty its content into a contain-er and deliver it to a salvage centre.

REMOVAL

x Lift the fuel tank, see p. 76 (LIFTINGTHE FUEL TANK)

x Unscrew and remove the seven screws(2) that fasten the filter case cover (3).

x Remove the filter case cover (3).x Extract the air cleaner (4).x Check the conditions of the gasket (5)

and change it if it is damaged.

aCAUTIONPlug the opening with a clean cloth, inorder to prevent any foreign matter to

get ito the suction ducts.

the filter case cover (3), make sure thatyou have not left the cloth or other ob-jects inside the filter case (6).

Make sure that the filtering element is

positioned correctly, in such a way asto prevent non-filtered air from entering.

Remember that the untimely wear of thepiston segments and the cylinder maybe caused by a faulty or uncorrectly po-sitioned filtering element.

PARTIAL CLEANING

aCAUTIONDo not press or strike the metal net ofthe air cleaner (4).Do not use screwdrivers or alike.

x Seize the air cleaner (4) vertically and

strike it more than once on a clean sur-face.

x If necessary, clean the air cleaner (4)with a compressed air jet (directing itfrom the inside towards the outside ofthe filter).

aCAUTIONWhen cleaning the filtering element,

make sure that there are no tears.Otherwise, change the filtering element.

x Clean the outer part of the air cleaner (4)with a clean cloth.

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CHANGING

aCAUTIONDo not use filters that have alreadybeen used.

x Replace the air cleaner (4) with a new

one of the same type.

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x Position the vehicle on the stand, see p.58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ONTHE STAND).~Position the pin (7) on the appropriate

seat on the rear fork.~Screw and tighten the screw (8) in the

appropriate threaded hole in the rearfork.

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x Assemble the two pins (7), see p. 67(ASSEMBLING THE PINS FOR THEREAR SUPPORT STAND m).

NOTEHave someone help you keep the

vehicle in vertical position with the twowheels on the ground.

~Loosen the knob (9).~Move the fork support (10), positioning

it so that the width corresponds to thedistance between the two pins (7) on therear fork.

~Tighten the knob (9).x At the same time introduce the two fork-

shaped seats (10) of the stand (11) un-der the two pins (7) provided on the vehi-cle.

x Rest one foot on the rear part of thestand (11).

x Push the stand (11) downwards until it

reaches the end of its stroke.

aCAUTIONMake sure that the vehicle is stable.

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x Position the vehicle on the appropriaterear support stand, see p. 67 (ASSEM-BLING THE PINS FOR THE REARSUPPORT STAND m).

x Insert the two ends of the stand (12) inthe two holes (13) positioned on the low-er ends of the front fork.

x

Rest one foot on the front part of thestand (14).x Push the stand (14) downwards until it

reaches the end of its stroke.

aCAUTIONMake sure that the vehicle is stable.

x Partially unscrew the two wheel pinclamp screws (5) (left side).

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aCAUTIONThe disassembly and reassembly of thefront wheel may be difficult for unskilledoperators.

If necessary, contact your APRILIA Offi-cial Dealer.If you want to perform these operationspersonally, keep to the following in-structions.

Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE).

While disassembling and reassembling

the wheel, be careful not to damage thebrake pipes, the discs and the pads.

aWARNINGRiding with damaged rims may be dan-gerous for the rider, other persons andthe vehicle.

Check the conditions of the wheel rimand change it if it is damaged.

DISASSEMBLY

x Remove the front brake calipers, see p.70 (FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS).

x Put a support (1) under the tyre, in sucha way as to keep the wheel in its positionafter loosening it.

aCAUTIONMake sure that the vehicle is stable.

x Have someone keep the handlebarsteady in running position, so that thesteering is locked.

Wheel nut (2) driving torque: 80 Nm (8kgm).

x Loosen and remove the wheel nut (2),taking the washer (3).

Wheel pin clamp screw driving torque:22 Nm (2.2 kgm).

x Partially unscrew the two wheel pinclamp screws (4) (right side).

p ( ) ( )

NOTE Check the position of the spacerring (6) (right side), in order to be able toreinstall it correctly.

NOTE To facilitate the extraction of thewheel pin, slightly raise the wheel.

x Push the wheel pin (7), by carefully actingon the threaded end and using a rubberhammer if necessary.

x Support the front wheel and manually

withdraw the wheel pin (7).x Remove the wheel by withdrawing it fromthe front.

aCAUTIONThe spacer ring (6) remains in its seaton the wheel; if it comes off, repositionit correctly (see REASSEMBLY).

REASSEMBLY

x Spread a film of lubricating grease on thewhole length of the wheel pin (7), see p.113 (LUBRICANT CHART).

aCAUTIONWhile reassembling the wheel, be care-ful not to damage the brake pipes, discsand pads.

the holes on the fork are aligned.x Introduce the wheel pin (7) completely

x Position the vehicle on the side stand,see p. 58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE

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NOTE Eseguire l’operazione che segue,solo se il distanziale (6) è fuoriuscito dallasede.

x Insert the spacer ring (6) with its longerdiameter towards the outside of the vehi-cle.

aCAUTIONThe arrow on the wheel side indicatesthe rotation direction.Upon reassembly, make sure that thewheel is positioned correctly: the arrowmust be visible on the left side of the ve-

hicle.

x Position the wheel between the fork rodson the support (1).

aWARNINGDanger of injury. Do not introduce yourfingers to align the holes.

xMove the wheel until its central hole and

from the left side.

NOTE Make sure that the wheel pin (7)is completely inserted.

x Position the washer (3) and tighten thewheel nut (2) manually.

NOTE In this phase, for the temporarytightening of the two wheel pin clampscrews (5) (left side), the driving torque val-ue need not be respected.

x Screw the two wheel pin clamp screws(5) (left side) and tighten them as muchas necessary to lock the rotation of thewheel pin (7).

x Tighten the wheel nut (2) completely.

Wheel nut (2) driving torque: 80 Nm (8kgm).

x Tighten the two wheel pin clamp screws(4) (right side).

Wheel pin clamp screw driving torque:22 Nm (2.2 kgm).

x Loosen the two wheel pin clamp screws(5) (left side).

x Put back the front brake calipers, see p.70 (FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS).

xWith pulled front brake lever, press thehandlebar repeatedly, thrusting the forkdownwards. In this way the fork rods willsettle properly.

ON THE STAND).x Tighten the two screws (5) of the wheel

pin clamp (left side).

Wheel pin clamp screw driving torque(5): 22 Nm (2.2 kgm)

xMake sure that the following componentsare not dirty:

– tyre;– wheel;– brake discs.

aWARNINGAfter reassembly, pull the front brake le-ver repeatedly and check the correctfunctioning of the braking system.Check the wheel centering.Have the driving torques, centering and

balancing of the wheel checked by yourAPRILIA Official Dealer, in order to avoidaccidents that may be harmful for youand/or other people.

DISASSEMBLY

x Position the vehicle on the appropriate

REASSEMBLY

aCAUTION

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Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE).

aWARNINGA dirty disc soils the pads, with conse-quent reduction of the braking efficien-cy. Dirty pads must be replaced, whiledirty discs must be cleaned with a high-quality degreaser.

aCAUTIONWhile disassembling and reassemblingthe wheel, be careful not to damage the

brake pipes, the discs and the pads.

NOTE To remove the front brake cali-pers, it is necessary to use the appropriatefrontm and rear support standsm.

pp pfront support stand, see p. 67 (POSI-TIONING THE VEHICLE ON THEFRONT SUPPORT STAND m).

aCAUTIONMake sure that the vehicle is stable.

xManually rotate the wheel, so that thespace between two spokes of the rim isin correspondence with the brake cali-per.

x Have someone keep the handlebarsteady in running position, so that thesteering is locked.

Brake caliper screw driving torque (1):50 Nm (5 kgm).

x Unscrew and remove the two brakecaliper screws (1).

aCAUTIONNever pull the brake lever after remov-ing the caliper, otherwise the pistonsmay go out of their seats, thus causingthe outflow of the brake fluid.In this case consult your APRILIA Official

Dealer, who will carry out the propermaintenance operation.

x Withdraw the brake caliper (2) fromthe disc, leaving it attached to the pipe(3).

Work on the second brake caliper:

x Repeat the operations marked with .

aCAUTIONProceed with care, in order not to dam-age the brake pads.

x Insert the brake caliper (2) on the discand position it so that its fastening holesand the holes on the support are aligned.

aWARNINGUpon reassembly of the brake caliper,replace the caliper fastening screws (1)

with two new screws of the same type.x Screw and tighten the two screws (1)

that fasten the brake caliper.

Brake caliper screw driving torque:50 Nm (5 kgm).

Work on the second brake caliper:

x Repeat the operations marked with .x Remove the front support standm, see

p. 67 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ONTHE FRONT SUPPORT STAND m).

aCAUTIONAfter reassembly, pull the brake lever

repeatedly and check the correct func-tioning of the braking system.

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aCAUTIONThe disassembly and reassembly of therear wheel may be difficult for unskilledoperators.

If necessary, contact your APRILIA Offi-cial Dealer.

If you want to perform these operationspersonally, keep to the following instruc-tions.

Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE).

Before carrying out the following opera-tions, let the engine and the silencercool down until they reach room tem-perature, in order to avoid burns.

While disassembling and reassemblingthe wheel, be careful not to damage thebrake pipe, the disc and the pads.

aWARNINGRiding with damaged rims may be dan-gerous for the rider, other persons andthe vehicle.Check the conditions of the wheel rimand change it if it is damaged.

NOTE To remove the rear wheel it isnecessary to use the appropriate rear sup-port standm.

DISASSEMBLY

x Position the vehicle on the appropriaterear support stand (1), see p. 67 (POSI-TIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE REARSUPPORT STAND m).

x Put a support (2) under the tyre, in sucha way as to keep the wheel in its positionafter loosening it.

Wheel nut (3) driving torque: 120 Nm(12 kgm).

x Loosen and remove the wheel nut (3),taking the washer (4).

NOTE To facilitate the extraction of thewheel, slightly raise the wheel.

xWithdraw the wheel pin (5) from the leftside.

NOTE Check the arrangement of theright (6) and left (7) chain tighteners, in or-der to be able to reassemble them correct-ly.

x Take the right (6) and left (7) chain tight-eners.

NOTE Lower the drive chain (8) outsidethe crown gear (9).

xMake the wheel advance and release thedrive chain (8) from the crown gear (9).

xWithdraw the wheel from the rear fork

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from behind, carefully withdrawing thedisc from the brake caliper.

aCAUTIONDo not operate the rear brake lever afterremoving the wheel, since the pins may

go out of their seats and cause brakefluid leakages. In this case consult yourAPRILIA Official Dealer, who will carryout the proper maintenance operation.

aCAUTIONThe left (10) and right spacer rings (11)

remain positioned in the respectiveseats on the wheel; if they should comeoff, reposition them correctly (see RE-ASSEMBLY).

NOTE The support plate (12) of thebrake caliper (13) remains positioned onthe right side of the rear fork.

Proceed with care. If the final drive unit(14) is installed on the flexible coupling

holder (15), do not overturn or rotate therear wheel in horizontal position on the rearsprocket side (A), since the final drive unitwould come off and fall down, with the riskof damaging the rear sprocket (9).

NOTE The removal of the final drive unit

isn’t necessary if the wheel is in the normalrunning position (vertical) or in horizontalposition with the rear sprocket facing up-wards and in both cases secured againstoverturning.

NOTE Do not unscrew the five nuts (16).The whole final drive unit must be with-

drawn from the flexible coupling holder.

xWorking (B) with both hands on the outerdiameter of the sprocket (9), withdrawthe final drive unit parallely to the wheelaxis.

REASSEMBLY

If the final drive unit (14) has been re-moved:

NOTE Introduce the final drive unit, par-allely to the wheel axis, inserting the flexi-

ble coupling rubber elements in the corre-sponding seats on the flexible couplingholder (15).

xWorking (C) with both hands on the outerdiameter of the sprocket (9), insert the fi-nal drive unit in the flexible couplingholder (15).

NOTE Perform the operation describedbelow only if the left (10) and/or the rightspacer ring (11) have come off their seats.

x Insert the left (10) and/or the right spacerring (11) in the respective seats, with thelonger diameter towards the outside ofthe vehicle.

x Check the chain tension, see p. 74(DRIVE CHAIN).

Ti h h h l (3)OK!OK! NO!NO!

OK!OK!

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aCAUTIONBefore proceeding with the reassembly,make sure that support plate (12) of thebrake caliper (13) is positioned correct-ly; the plate slot must be inserted in theappropriate stop pin (17) in the inner

part of the rear fork right rod.Insert the disc in the brake caliper care-fully.

x Position the wheel between the rear forkrods on the support (2).

aWARNINGDo not introduce your fingers betweenthe chain and the crown gear.

xMake the wheel advance and positionthe drive chain (8) on the crown gear (9).

x Correctly insert the right (6) and left (7)chain tighteners in their seats on the

fork.x Uniformly apply a moderate quantity of

grease on the wheel pin (5), see p. 113(LUBRICANT CHART).

aWARNINGDanger of injury.Do not introduce your fingers to align

the holes.xMove the wheel backwards, until its cen-

tral hole and the holes on the rear forkare aligned.

x Rotate the support plate (12), completewith brake caliper (13) and with fulcrumon the stop pin (17), until it is aligned with

the holes.

x Introduce the wheel pin (5) completelyfrom the left side.

NOTE Make sure that the wheel pin (5)is completely inserted, with the head in therelevant seat on the left chain tightener (7).

x Position the washer and tighten thewheel nut (3) manually.

x Tighten the wheel nut (3).

Wheel nut (3) driving torque: 120 Nm(12 kgm).

xMake sure that the following componentsare not dirty:

– tyre;– wheel;– brake discs.

aCAUTIONAfter reassembly, pull the rear brake le-

ver repeatedly and check the correctfunctioning of the braking system.

Check the wheel centering.

Have the driving torques, centering andbalancing of the wheel checked by yourAPRILIA Official Dealer, in order to avoidaccidents that may be harmful for youand/or other people.

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OK!OK!

NO!NO!

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CHECKING THE SLACK

To check the slack, proceed as follows:

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Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE).

The vehicle is equipped with an endlesschain, in which a ring link joint is not used.

aCAUTIONAn excessive slackening of the chainmay cause noise or make the chain rat-tle, with consequent wear of the shoeand of the chain guide plate.Periodically check the slack and adjust itif necessary, see p. 74 (ADJUSTMENT).To change the chain, contact an APRILIA

Official Dealer, who will ensure youprompt and accurate servicing.

Incorrect maintenance may cause theuntimely wear of the chain and/or dam-ages to the pinion and/or the crown.

NOTE Perform the maintenance opera-tions with doubled frequency if the vehicle

is used in rainy or dusty areas, on unevensurfaces or on racetracks.

x Stop the engine.

x Position the vehicle on the stand, see p.58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ONTHE STAND).

x Position the shifting lever in neutral.

xMake sure that the vertical oscillation, inan intermediate point between pinionand crown in the lower part of the chain,is about 25 mm.

x

Move the vehicle forwards, or turn thewheel, in order to be able to check thevertical oscillation of the chain even whenthe wheel turns; the slack must be con-stant in all the rotation phases of thewheel.

aCAUTIONIf in some positions the slack is higherthan in others, this means that there arecrushed or seized links; in this case,contact an APRILIA Official Dealer. Toprevent the risk of seizures, lubricatethe chain frequently, see p. 75 (CLEAN-ING AND LUBRICATION).

If the slack is uniform, but higher or lowerthan 25 mm, adjust it, see p. 74 (ADJUST-MENT).

ADJUSTMENT

NOTE To adjust the chain it is necessaryto use the appropriate rear support standm.

If after the check it is necessary to adjust

the chain tension, proceed as follows:x Position the vehicle on the appropriate

rear support stand, see p. 67 (POSI-TIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE REARSUPPORT STAND m).

x Loosen the nut (1) completely.

NOTE For the wheel centering fixed ref-

erence marks (2-3) are provided, whichcan be seen inside the chain tightenerseats on the rear fork arms, before thewheel pin.

x Loosen the two lock nuts (4).x Act on the adjusters (5) and adjust the

chain slack, making sure that the refer-ence marks (2-3) are correctly positionedon both sides of the vehicle.

aCAUTIONIf the chain rollers are damaged, the

Lubricate the chain every 1000 km (625mi) or whenever necessary.

x After washing the chain and letting it

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x Tighten the two lock nuts (4).x Tighten the nut (1).

Wheel nut (1) driving torque: 120 Nm(12 kgm).

x Check the chain slack, see p. 74

(CHECKING THE SLACK).

CHECK ING THE DRIVING CHAIN, PIN-ION AND SPROCKET WEAR

Further, check the following parts every7500 km (4687 mi) and make sure thatchain, pinion and crown do not present:

– damaged rollers;– loose pins;– dry, rusty, crushed or seized links;– excessive wear;– lacking O rings;– sprocket or teeth excessively worn or

damaged.

gpins are loose and/or the O rings aredamaged or lacking, it is necessary tochange the whole chain unit (both

sprockets and chain).Lubricate the chain frequently, espe-cially if there are dry or rusty parts.The crushed or seized links must be lu-bricated and made work again.If this is not possible, contact an APRILIA Official Dealer, who will provide for

changing the chain.x Check the wear of the chain plastic guide

(6).x Finally, check the wear of the rear fork

protection shoe (7).

CLEANING AND LUBRICATION

aCAUTIONThe drive chain is provided with O ringsamong the links, in order to keep thegrease inside them.Carry out the adjustment, lubrication,cleaning and change of the chain with

great care.Never wash the chain with water jets,steam jets, high-pressure water jets andhighly inflammable solvents.

xWash the chain with naphtha or kero-sene. If it tends to rust quickly, intensifythe maintenance intervals.

x After washing the chain and letting itdry, lubricate it with spray grease forchains provided with sealing rings, see

p. 113 (LUBRICANT CHART).

aCAUTIONThe lubricants for chains available onthe market may contain substances thatare dangerous for the rubber sealingrings of the chain.

NOTE Do not use the vehicle soon afterlubricating the chain, since due to the cen-tr i fugal force the lubricant would besprayed outwards and dirty the surround-ing areas.

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x Position the vehicle on the stand, see p.58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ONTHE STAND).~Partially raise the rear side edge of the

saddle.

~Unscrew and remove the screw (1)and take the bushing (2).

Screw (1) driving torque: 12 Nm (1.2kgm).

x Raise and remove the saddle (3).

NOTE Upon reassembly, insert the front

tang of the saddle in the appropriate seat.

aCAUTIONBefore leaving, make sure that the sad-dle (3) is properly positioned andlocked.

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Carefully read p. 33 (FUEL) and p. 59(MAINTENANCE).

aWARNINGRisk of fire.

Wait until the engine and the exhaust si-lencer have completely cooled down.

Fuel vapours are noxious for yourhealth.Before proceeding, make sure that theroom in which you are working is prop-erly ventilated.Do not inhale fuel vapours.Do not smoke and do not use nakedflames.

DO NOT DISPOSE OF FUEL IN THE EN-VIRONMENT.

ú Remove the passenger seat (or theglove/tool kit compartment coverm),see p. 29 (UNLOCKING/LOCKING THEPASSENGER SEAT W).÷ Remove the glove/tool kit compart-

ment cover, see p. 30 (UNLOCK-ING/LOCKING THE GLOVE/TOOL KITCOMPARTMENT COVER w).

x Remove the rider saddle, see p. 76 (RE-MOVING THE RIDER SADDLE).

x Unscrew and remove the two screws (4)that fasten the front part of the fuel tank(5).

x Remove the fuel tank support rod (8)

from the relevant anchorage seats (6-7).NOTE The rubber-covered end of therod (8) must be introduced in the centralhole of the steering pin.

x Lift the front part of the fuel tank (5) andintroduce the rod (8) as indicated in thefigure.

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Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE).

aWARNINGWait until the engine and the exhaust si-lencer have completely cooled down.

x Position the vehicle on the stand, see p.58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ONTHE STAND).

x Rotate the six rapid fastening screws (1)by giving them 1/4 turn anticlockwise.

aCAUTION

Handle the plastic and painted compo-nents with care to avoid scraping ordamaging them.

x Remove the side fairing (2).

NOTE Repeat these operations to re-move the other side fairing.

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Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE).

NOTE To remove the lower fairing, it isnecessary to use the appropriate rear sup-port standm.

x Position the vehicle on the appropriaterear support stand, see p. 67 (POSI-TIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE REARSUPPORT STAND m).

x Remove the two side fairings, see p. 77(REMOVING THE SIDE FAIRINGS).

x Unscrew and remove the two front

screws (3).~Unscrew and remove the rear screw(4).

x Unscrew and remove the two screws (5)of the rear right profile (6) (inside the ex-haust silencer).

aCAUTIONHandle the plastic and painted compo-nents with care to avoid scraping ordamaging them.

x Let the side stand down.xWithdraw the two pipes (7-8) from the

hole provided on the fairing.x Remove the entire lower fairing (9) by

lowering it and with small movements tryto find the best position to withdraw itfrom the side stand.

NOTE Upon reassembly, introduce the

two pipes (7-8) in the hole provided on thefairing.

x Take the rear right profile (6).

NOTE Upon reassembly, the upper partof the profile (6) must be fitted between thelower fairing (9) and the support plate.

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x Remove the rider saddle, see p. 76 (RE-MOVING THE RIDER SADDLE).

x Unscrew and remove the two screws (1).

aCAUTIONHandle the plastic and painted compo-nents with care to avoid scraping ordamaging them.

x Remove the side cover (2).

NOTE Upon reassembly, make sure thatthe rear coupling is positioned correctly.

Repeat these operations to remove theother side cover.

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x Position the vehicle on the stand, see p.58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ONTHE STAND).

x Unscrew and remove the nut (3), take

the washer (4), the spring (5) and thehalf sphere (6).

aCAUTIONHandle the plastic and painted compo-nents with care to avoid scraping ordamaging them.

x Remove the rear-view mirror (7).x If it has gone out of its seat, take the cup

(8).

NOTE Repeat these operations to re-move the other rear-view mirror.

aCAUTIONAfter reassembly, correctly adjust therear-view mirrors and tighten the nuts insuch a way as to ensure their stability.

After reassembly:

x Adjust the inclination of the rear-view

mirrors correctly.

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x Position the vehicle on the stand, see p.58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ONTHE STAND).

x Turn the ignition switch to position “1”.

x Unscrew and remove the two lowerscrews (1).~Unscrew and remove the side screw

(2).

aCAUTIONUpon reassembly, tighten the screw (2)

moderately, since it is fixed on plastic.~Unscrew and remove the two upper

screws (3).

NOTE Upon reassembly, rotate the rear-view mirror support so that the fasteningholes coincide with those provided on thefront part of the fairing.

The whole unit must be correctly posi-tioned on the support.

xMove the front part of the fairing (4)slightly forward.

x Raise the protection element (5).x Disconnect the electric connector (6) of

the headlight.

aCAUTIONUpon reassembly, make sure that theelectric connector (6) is correctly cou-pled.

aCAUTIONHandle the plastic and painted compo-

nents with care to avoid scraping ordamaging them.

x Remove the front part of the fairing (4)completely, together with the headlightand the rear-view mirrors.

After reassembly:x Adjust the inclination of the rear-view

mirrors correctly.

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Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE).

Only when the vehicle must be used onracetracks, it is advisable to remove thestand (1) complete with:

– springs (2);– support (3);– safety switch (4).

NOTE The removal of the safety switch(4) disconnects the electric circuit; to re-store it, connect the wiring (6) (aprilia part# 8124943), which is available at any april-

ia Official Dealer, to the connector (5).

aCAUTIONNeither lean the vehicle against walls,nor lay it on the ground.To park the vehicle without stand (theremoval of the stand is allowed only forthe use of the vehicle on racetracks), al-

ways and exclusively use the rear sup-port standm.

aWARNINGIt is forbidden to disconnect or removethe safety switch (4) separately from thestand.

The disconnection or removal of thesafety switch (4) alone makes it possi-ble to start the vehicle and leave withthe stand down, which may result in afall and in serious injuries to the riderand other people and damage to the ve-hicle itself.

For the removal, proceed as follows:

x Remove the left side cover, see p. 78(REMOVING THE SIDE COVERS).

x Remove the lower fairing, see p. 77 (RE-MOVING THE LOWER FAIRING).

x Lift the fuel tank, see p. 76 (LIFTINGTHE FUEL TANK)

NOTE Prepare a clamp (7) to be usedfor the reassembly.

aCAUTIONDo not force cables, pipes, connectorsand wires.

x Cut the clamp (8) and release the cable(9).

x Disconnect the electric connector (10)from the connector (5).

x Connect the wiring (6) (aprilia part #8124943) [replacing the electric connec-tor (10)].

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xWithdraw the cable (9) completely.x Put back the fuel tank, see p. 76 (LIFT-

ING THE FUEL TANK).x Put back the left side cover, see p. 78

(REMOVING THE SIDE COVERS).

NOTE Support the stand, in order to pre-

vent it from accidentally falling down.x Unscrew and remove the screws (11)

and take the washers (12).x Remove the stand (1) complete with:– springs (2);– support (3);– safety switch (4).

NOTE Store the following componentstogether: complete stand, screws (11) andwashers (12), in order to be able to installthem correctly when the vehicle must beused on roads.

x Put back the lower fairing (and the two

side fairings), see p.77 (REMOVINGTHE LOWER FAIRING).

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Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE).

NOTE Have the front fork oil changed byan aprilia Official Dealer, who will ensureyou prompt and accurate servicing.

NOTE Perform the maintenance opera-tions with doubled frequency if the vehicleis used in rainy or dusty areas, on unevensurfaces or on racetracks.

Have the front fork oil changed after the first7500 km (4687 mi) and successively every

22500 km (14000 mi).With “R” front forkw (W m), have theoil changed every 10000 km (6250 mi).

Carry out the following checks after the first1000 km (625 mi) and successively every15000 km (9375 mi):

xWith pulled front brake lever, press thehandlebar repeatedly, thrusting the forkdownwards. The stroke must be gentle

and there must be no trace of oil on therods.x Check the fastening of all the compo-

nents and the functionality of the frontand rear suspension joints.

aCAUTION

If you notice irregularities in the opera-tion or if the help of a qualified techni-cian is necessary, contact your APRILIAOfficial Dealer.

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Have the fork oil seals changed by a apriliaOfficial Dealer after the first 30000 km(1875 mi) and successively every 22500km (14000 mi).The front suspension consists of an hy-

draulic fork connected to the steering col-umn by means of two plates.For the setting of the vehicle attitude, eachrod of the fork is provided with an upperscrew (1) for the adjustment of the hydrau-lic braking with extended shock absorber, alower screw (2) for the adjustment of thehydraulic braking with compressed shockabsorber and an upper nut (3) for the ad-justment of the spring preload.

ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK

aCAUTIONDo not force the rotation of the adjust-

ers (1-2) beyond the end of stroke inboth directions, in order to avoid any

damage. Set the same spring preloadand hydraulic braking for both rods: adifferent setting of the rods decreasesthe stability of the vehicle while riding.

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(*) = clockwise

(**) = anticlockwise(***) = Have this type of adjustment carried out exclusively by an aprilia Official Dealer

Front suspension Standard adjust-ment

Adjustment forracetrack use

Possibleadjustments

Hydraulic adjustment withextended shock absorb-er, screw (1)

from completelyclosed (*) open (**)

1.25 turns

from completelyclosed (*) open (**)

0.5 – 1 turn

from completelyclosed (*) open (**)

0.5 – 1.5 turns

Hydraulic adjustment withcompressed shock ab-sorber, screw (2)

from completelyclosed (*) (H) open(**) (S)1 turns

from completelyclosed (*) (H) open(**) (S)

0.5 – 1 turn

from completelyclosed (*) open (**)

0.5 – 2 turns

Spring preload, nut (3)from completely closed (*) open (**)

4 – 5 reference notches

from completelyclosed (*) open (**)

3 – 5 reference

notchesProtrusion of the rods (A)(***) from the upper plate(plug excluded)

3 reference notches2 – 4 reference

notches

the stability of the vehicle while riding.When the spring preload is increased, itis necessary to increase also the hy-

draulic braking, in order to avoid sud-den jerks while riding.

For the adjustment of the fork:

– W see p. 83 (FORK W);– w (W m) see p. 84 [“R” FORK w (W

m)].

FORKWThe standard setting of the front fork issuch as to satisfy most driving conditionsat low and high speed, either with reducedload and full load.However, it is also possible to adjust thesetting according to the intended use of the

vehicle.

aCAUTIONFor the adjustment, always start fromthe most rigid setting [complete clock-wise rotation of the adjusters (1-2)]. Usethe notches (1-2) provided on the ad-justers as reference marks for the ad-

justment of the hydraulic braking withcompressed and extended shock ab-sorber.Gradually rotate the adjusters (1-2) giv-ing 1/8 turn per time.

Test the vehicle repeatedly on the road,until obtaining the optimal adjustment.

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GEAR RATIOS Ratio Primary Secondary Final ratio Total ratio

1ª 31/60 = 1: 1.935 14/35 = 1: 2.50 17/42 = 1: 2.470 11.948

2ª 16/28 = 1: 1 750 8 368

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2 16/28 = 1: 1.750 8.368

3ª 19/26 = 1: 1.368 6.543

4ª 22/24 = 1: 1.090 5.216

5ª 23/22 = 1: 0.956 4.573

6ª 27/23 = 1: 0.851 4.073

DRIVE CHAINType ....................................................................... endless (with no connection link) with sealed links

Model ..................................................................... 525

FUEL SUPPLY

SYSTEM

Type ....................................................................... electronic injection (Multipoint)

Choke .................................................................... Ø 51 mm

FUEL SUPPLY Fuel........................................................................premium grade unleaded petrol , min. O.N. 95 (N.O.R.M.) and 85

(N.O.M.M.).

FRAME Type....................................................................... two-beam frame with light alloy cast elements and extruded elements

Steering inclination angle....................................... 25°

Fore stroke............................................................. 99 mm (with front tyre 120/70)

SUSPENSIONS Front ...................................................................... upside-down telescopic adjustable fork with hydraulic operation, rod Ø 43mm

Stroke .................................................................... W 127 mm – w (W m) 120 mm

Rear ....................................................................... oscillating rear fork in light alloy with differentiated profile arms and hydrop-

neumatic adjustable mono-shock absorber

Wheel stroke.......................................................... 135 mm

BRAKES Front ...................................................................... with double floating disc – Ø 320 mm, calipers with four pins – Ø 34 mm

Rear ....................................................................... disc brake – Ø 220 mm, caliper with double pin – Ø 32 mm

WHEEL RIMS Type....................................................................... in light alloy with withdrawable pin

Front ...................................................................... 3.50 x 17"

Rear ....................................................................... 6.00 x 17"

TYRES

Recom

Pressure kPa (bar)

v 4

= seriesw; = seriesW v = Normal use; 4 = Use on recetracks

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Wheel Make Model Type SizeRecom-mended

Alternative

Solo riderRider andpassenger

(onlyW)

Solo rider

Front PIRELLI DRAGON EVO MTR 21 CORSA 120/65– ZR 17" v – v 220 (2.2) 240 (2.4)220– 230(2.2– 2.3)

Rear PIRELLI DRAGON EVO MTR 22 CORSA 180/55– ZR 17" v – v 250 (2.5) 270 (2.7) –

Rear PIRELLI DRAGON EVO MTR 22 CORSA 190/50– ZR 17" v – v 250 (2.5) 270 (2.7) –

Front PIRELLI DRAGON CORSA MTR 21 120/70– ZR 17" v 4 v – – 210 (2.1)

Rear PIRELLI DRAGON CORSA MTR 22 “B” 180/55– ZR 17" v 4 v – – 190 (1.9)

Front PIRELLIDRAGON S. C.

CORSA– 120/70– ZR 17" v 4 v – – 210 (2.1)

Rear PIRELLIDRAGON S. C.

CORSA– 180/55– ZR 17" v 4 v – – 190 (1.9)

Front METZELER STELL RADIAL MEZ3– RACING 120/70 – 17" v – v – – –

Rear METZELER STELL RADIAL MEZ3– RACING 190/50 – 17" v – v – – –

Front METZELER STELL RADIAL MEZ3– RACING 120/65 – 17" v 4 v – – 220 (2.2)

Rear METZELER STELL RADIAL MEZ3– RACING 180/55 – 17" v 4 v – – 200 (2.0)

Front MICHELIN PILOT SPORT – 120/65– ZR17" TL v – v 220 (2.2) 240 (2.4) –

Front MICHELIN PILOT SPORT – 120/70– ZR17" TL v – v – – –

Rear MICHELIN PILOT SPORT – 190/50– ZR17" TL v – v 250 (2.5) 270 (2.7) –

Front MICHELIN PILOT RACE – 120/70 – 17" – 4 v 220 (2.2) 240 (2.4) 200 (2.0)

Rear MICHELIN PILOT RACE – 180/55 – 17" – 4 v 250 (2.5) 270 (2.7) 190 (1.9)

Front DUNLOP SPORTMAX D 207F RR 120/65– ZR 17" v – v – – –

Rear DUNLOP SPORTMAX D 207 RR 180/55– ZR 17" v 4 v – – 190 (1.9)

Front DUNLOP SPORTMAX D 207F RR 120/70– ZR 17" v 4 v 220 (2.2) 240 (2.4) 210 (2.1)

Rear DUNLOP SPORTMAX D 207 RR 190/50– ZR 17" v – v 250 (2.5) 270 (2.7) –

SPARK PLUGS Standard ................................................................ NGK R DCPR9E

- Alternative ........................................................... NGK R DCPR8E

Spark plug gap....................................................... 0.6 – 0.7 mm

Resistance 5 kΩ

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Resistance ............................................................. 5 kΩ

ELECTRIC SYSTEM

BatteryW............................................................ 12 V – 12 Ah

Batteryw............................................................ 12 V – 10 Ah

Main fuses.............................................................. 30 A

Secondary fuses ................................................... 15 A

Generator (with permanent magnet) ..................... 12 V – 400 W

BULBS Low beam (halogen) .............................................. 12 V – 55 W H7U

High beam (halogen) ............................................. 12 V – 55 W H7U

Front parking light .................................................. 12 V – 5 WDirection indicators ................................................ 12 V – 10 W

Rear parking lights/Number plate light/ Stoplight .. 12 V – 5/21 W

Revolution counter................................................. 12 V – 2 W

Left multifunction display........................................ 12 V – 2 W

Right multifunction display ..................................... 12 V – 2 W

WARNING LIGHTS Neutral ................................................................... 12 V – 3 WDirection indicators ................................................ 12 V – 3 W

Fuel reserve........................................................... 12 V – 3 W

High beam.............................................................. 12 V – 3 W

Stand down............................................................ 12 V – 3 W

Engine oil pressure ................................................ LED

Red line .................................................................. LED

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Engine oil (recommended): 0 EXTRA RAID 4, SAE 15W - 50 or TEC 4T, SAE 15 W - 50.As an alternative to the recommended oil, it is possible to use high-quality oils with characteristics in compliance with or superior to theCCMC G 4 A P I SG specifications

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CCMC G-4, A.P.I. SG. specifications.

W Fork oil (recommended): 0 F.A. 5W or0 F.A. 20W; as an alternative FORK 5W or FORK 20W.

If you need an oil with intermediate characteristics in comparison with the0 F.A. 5W and0 F.A. 20W or FORK 5W andFORK 20W, these can be mixed as indicated below:

SAE 10W =0 F.A. 5W 67% of the volume, +0 F.A. 20W 33% of the volume or

FORK 5W 67% of the volume + FORK 20W 33% of the volume.

SAE 15W =0 F.A. 5W 33% of the volume, +0 F.A. 20W 67% of the volume or

FORK 5W 33% of the volume + FORK 20W 67% of the volume.

“R” w (W & ) fork oil: OHLINS 10W.

Bearings and other lubrication points (recommended): 0 AUTOGREASE MP or GREASE 30.

As an alternative 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 resistance to water and oxidation.

Protection of the battery poles: neutral grease or vaseline.

Spray grease for chains (recommended): 0 CHAIN SPRAY or CHAIN LUBE.

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aWARNINGUse new brake fluid only.

Brake fluid (recommended):0 F.F., DOT 5 (DOT 4 compatible) or BRAKE 5.1, DOT 5 (DOT 4 compatible).

aWARNINGUse new clutch fluid only.

Clutch fluid (recommended):0 F.F., DOT 5 (DOT 4 compatible) or BRAKE 5.1, DOT 5 (DOT 4 compatible).

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

Engine coolant (recommended): 0 ECOBLU – 40°C or COOL.

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