Aprilia Scarabeo 200 2009

APRILIA WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU
for choosing one of its products. We have drawn up this booklet to provide a comprehensive overview of your vehicle's quality features. Please read it
carefully before riding the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle It also describes features, details
and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice. We believe that if you follow our suggestions, you will soon get to know your new vehicle
well and will use it for a long time at full satisfaction. This booklet is an integral part of the vehicle, and should the vehicle be sold, it must be transferred
to the new owner.
SCARABEO 125 i.e - 200 i.e.
Ed. 05 2010
The instructions given in this manual are intended to provide a clear, simple guide to using your vehicle; it also describes routine maintenance procedures
and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an Aprilia Dealer or Authorised Workshop. The booklet also contains instructions for
simple repairs. Any operations not specifically described in this booklet require the use of special tools and/or particular technical knowledge: for these
operations, please take your vehicle to an Aprilia Dealer or Authorised Workshop.
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Personal safety
Failure to completely observe these instructions will result in serious risk of personal
injury.
Safeguarding the environment
Sections marked with this symbol indicate the correct use of the vehicle to prevent dam-
aging the environment.
Vehicle intactness
The incomplete or non-observance of these regulations leads to the risk of serious

damage to the vehicle and sometimes even the invalidity of the guarantee
The symbols illustrated above are very important. They are used to highlight parts of the
booklet that should be read with particular care. The different symbols are used to make
each topic in the manual simple and quick to locate. Before starting the engine, read this
booklet carefully, particularly the "SAFE RIDING" section. Your safety as well as other's
does not only depend on the quickness of your reflexes and agility, but also on how well
you know your vehicle, the state of maintenance of the vehicle itself and your knowledge
of the rules for SAFE RIDING. For your safety, get to know your vehicle well so as to
safely ride and master it given any riding condition. IMPORTANT This booklet is an
integral part of the vehicle, and must be handed to the new owner in the event of sale.
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INDEX
GENERAL RULES....................................................................... 7 MAINTENANCE........................................................................... 53

Information to recycle the scooter............................................. 8 Engine oil level.......................................................................... 54
VEHICLE...................................................................................... 11 Engine oil level check............................................................ 55
Arrangement of the main components...................................... 14 Engine oil top-up................................................................... 57
Dashboard................................................................................ 15 Warning light (insufficient oil pressure)................................. 57
Analogue instrument panel....................................................... 16 Engine oil change.................................................................. 58
Digital lcd display...................................................................... 21 Hub oil level.............................................................................. 58
"MODE" button...................................................................... 22 Tyres......................................................................................... 59
Key switch................................................................................. 22 Spark plug dismantlement........................................................ 60
Locking the steering wheel.................................................... 23 Removing the air filter............................................................... 63
Switch direction indicators........................................................ 24 Air filter cleaning....................................................................... 64
Horn button............................................................................... 25 Cooling fluid level...................................................................... 65
Light switch............................................................................... 25 Checking the brake oil level...................................................... 69
Start-up button.......................................................................... 26 Battery....................................................................................... 72
Mapping selection..................................................................... 26 Use of a new battery............................................................. 76
Power supply socket................................................................. 27 Long periods of inactivity.......................................................... 77
Opening the saddle............................................................... 27 Fuses........................................................................................ 77
Identification.............................................................................. 28 Lamps....................................................................................... 80
Rear top box opening................................................................ 29 Front light group........................................................................ 82
Bag clip..................................................................................... 30 Headlight adjustment............................................................. 85
USE.............................................................................................. 31 Front direction indicators........................................................... 85
Checks...................................................................................... 32 Rear optical unit........................................................................ 88
Refuelling.................................................................................. 34 Number plate light..................................................................... 89
Shock absorber adjustment...................................................... 36 Rear-view mirrors...................................................................... 90
Running in................................................................................. 37 Front and rear disc brake.......................................................... 90
Starting up the engine............................................................... 38 Inactivity of the vehicle.............................................................. 92
Precautions........................................................................... 41 Cleaning the vehicle.................................................................. 94
Difficult start up......................................................................... 44 Transport................................................................................... 96
Stopping the engine.................................................................. 44 TECHNICAL DATA...................................................................... 99
Catalytic silencer....................................................................... 46 Kit equipment............................................................................ 104
Stand......................................................................................... 47 PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE............................................... 105
Suggestions to prevent theft..................................................... 47 Scheduled maintenance table................................................... 106
Safe driving............................................................................... 48 SPECIAL FITTINGS..................................................................... 111
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Sidestand.................................................................................. 112
Luggage rack............................................................................ 112
Windscreen............................................................................... 113
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Chap. 01
General rules
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Information to recycle the scooter (01_01, 01_02)
VEHICLE SCRAPPING
If the vehicle must be scrapped, contact your nearest "Vehicles Disposal Centre".
• Vehicles Disposal Centres
These centres are specifically used to correctly treat the vehicles scrapping, they are
registered by the Japan Mini Vehicles Association as centres for the specific treatment
of scrapping material on a large scale. These centres show the following wording:
"Authorised centre for vehicles disposal".
01_01 • Vehicle recycling cost
The proper recycling process of vehicle to be scrapped has a cost.
If the vehicle is equipped with the seal "Vehicles recycling", the recycling fee should
not be paid because the cost is already included in the retail price suggested by the
manufacturer.
Transportation and collection costs, however, are not included. Therefore, the collec-
tion costs from the customer and the transportation costs to the disposal centres or to
the designated collection centres are charged to the customer. As regards this, re-
quest information to the nearest scrapping centre.
• "Vehicle recycling" seal
01_02 This vehicle has the "Vehicle recycling" seal. When scrapping, it is necessary to check
this seal. Never delete it from the vehicle body. The seal cannot be reassigned or sold
separately after purchase, even if damaged.
• Position of the recycling seal
It is usually located close to the chassis number or under the seat.
• Questions regarding the vehicle scrapping
1 General rules
Contact your nearest vehicle disposal centre or the following organisations.

Japan Automobile Recycling Promotion Centre
Home page:
http://www.jarc.or.jp/
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Japan Automobile Recycling Promotion Centre call centre for vehicles recy-
1 General rules
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Telephone: 03-3598-8075
Time: From 9:30 am to 5:00 pm (Except holidays, weekends and the first and last day
of the year.)
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1 General rules
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Chap. 02
Vehicle
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02_01
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02_02
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Arrangement of the main components (02_02)
KEY:
1. Expansion tank
2. Coolant expansion tank cap
3. Rear brake fluid reservoir
4. Left rear-view mirror
5. Bag hook
6. Air filter
7. Centre stand
8. Left passenger footrest
9. Battery
10. Main and secondary fuse boxes
11. Horn
12. Chassis number
13. Front case
14. Passenger handgrip
15. Saddle
16. Fuel tank
17. Fuel tank cap
18. Right rear-view mirror
19. Front brake liquid tank
20. Glove-box
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21. Ignition switch/steering lock/saddle opening
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22. Battery compartment cover
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23. Spark plug
24. Engine oil refill cap
25. Right passenger footrest
Dashboard (02_03)
02_03
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KEY
1. Electrical controls on the left-hand side of the handlebar
2. Rear brake lever
3. Front brake lever
4. Throttle grip
5. Electrical controls on the right-hand side of the handlebar
6. Ignition switch / steering lock (ON - OFF - LOCK) / saddle opening
7. Instruments and gauges
Analogue instrument panel (02_04)

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02_04
KEY
1. Blue high beam warning light
2. Green turn indicator warning light
3. Fuel gauge
4. Orange low fuel warning light
5. Speedometer
6. Coolant temperature warning light
7. Coolant temperature gauge
8. Red oil pressure warning light
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9. Multifunction indicator: total odometer (ODO) / two trip odometers (ODO I - ODO
II) / battery voltage / external temperature with ice indication (ice icon illuminates at
temperatures below 4°C (39.2°F))
10. Service indicator
11. Digital clock
12. Electronic fuel injection check warning light (red)
INSTRUMENT AND GAUGE DESCRIPTION

NOTE
WITH THE KEY SET TO «ON», ALL THE PRE-INSTALLED WARNING LIGHTS,
INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING AND ALL THE INDICATORS IN DIGITAL DIS-
PLAY TURN ON FOR THE FIRST THREE SECONDS FOR AN INITIAL INSTRU-
MENT CHECK.
High beam warning light «1»

Turns on when the front headlamp high beam bulb is activated or when the high beam
light is flashed (PASSING).
Turn indicator warning light «2»

Flashes when in right or left turning mode.
If the turn indicator breaks down, the warning light flashing frequency doubles. Re-
place light bulb if this occurs.
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Fuel gauge «3»

Shows the approximate fuel level in the tank.
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Low fuel warning light «4»
Turns on when there is a 2-litre fuel reserve in the tank.
If this occurs, refill the tank as soon as possible.
Speedometer «5»
Shows riding speed.
Coolant high temperature warning light «6»

Turns on when the coolant temperature indicator reaches very high values. Stop the
engine at once and check the coolant level.
Coolant temperature gauge «7»

Shows the approximate temperature of the coolant in the engine. The normal oper-
ating temperature is reached when the needle is at central area of the scale. If it is not
at the central area, do not over demand the motorcycle. If the needle reaches the last
segment, stop the engine and check the coolant level.
CAUTION
IF THE TEMPERATURE EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM ALLOWED FOR A LONG

TIME, THE ENGINE CAN BE SERIOUSLY DAMAGED.
Engine oil pressure warning light «8»
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Displayed to indicate low engine oil pressure. If this occurs, stop the engine at once
and contact an Official Aprilia Dealer.
With engine off, the warning light is always on. If it turns off, there is a failure in the
sensor or the connections.
The warning light must go off after the engine starts.
Multifunction indicator «9»

It displays the total odometer (ODO) or the two trip odometers (ODO I - ODO II), the
battery voltage or the ambient temperature.
Service icon «10»

When the vehicle is started and right after the initial check, there are less than 300 km
(186 mi) left to the next service, the specific icon flashes for 5 seconds and turns off.
The icon illuminates at 1,000 km (621 mi); 12,000 km (7,456 mi); 24,000 km (14,912
mi) and afterwards at multiples of 12,000 km (7,456 mi).
Once the service mileage has been reached, the icon remains steadily on until it is
reset.
Digital clock «11»

Shows current hours and minutes.
Electronic fuel injection check warning light «12»

Turns on for about three seconds every time the ignition switch is set to «ON» and the
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engine does not start; this tests the injection system operation. The warning light
should turn off as soon as the engine is started.
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CAUTION
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IF THE WARNING LIGHT TURNS ON WHILE THE ENGINE IS WORKING PROP-
ERLY, THIS MEANS THAT THERE IS A FAILURE IN THE ELECTRONIC FUEL
INJECTION SYSTEM. IF THIS OCCURS, STOP THE ENGINE AT ONCE AND CON-
TACT AN Aprilia Official Dealer.
Digital lcd display (02_05, 02_06)

Clock adjustment
NOTE
FOR SAFETY REASONS, ADJUST THE CLOCK ONLY WHEN YOUR VEHICLE IS
02_05 STOPPED.
When the total odometer (ODO) is shown on the multifunction display «1», press the
MODE button «2» for more than three seconds. The colon dividing hours-minutes
starts flashing.
Each time the MODE button «2» is pressed, the hour value is increased for adjust-
ment.
Pressing the MODE button «2» again longer than three seconds activates the minutes
adjustment. The value displayed increases each time the MODE button «2» is press-
ed.
02_06 Press the MODE button «2» longer than three seconds to go back to the hour adjust-
ment.
If no button is pressed within three seconds, the displays automatically exits the clock
adjustment function.
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“MODE” button (02_07)
Press the MODE button «2» to shift the instrument panel display.
NOTE
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUNCTION ONLY WHEN THE IGNITION KEY IS
SET TO "ON"
02_07
Key switch (02_08, 02_09)

The ignition switch «1» is located on the right-hand side, near the headstock.
NOTE
KEY «2» ACTIVATES THE IGNITION SWITCH / STEERING LOCK AND THE SAD-
DLE LOCK. TWO KEYS ARE SUPPLIED WITH THE VEHICLE (ONE IS A SPARE
KEY).
NOTE
02_08 KEEP THE SPARE KEY IN DIFFERENT PLACE, NOT WITH THE VEHICLE.
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SWITCH POSITIONS
ON «A»: The engine and lights can be set to work. The key cannot be extracted.
OFF «B»: The engine and lights cannot be set to work. The key may be removed.
OPEN «C»: The engine and lights cannot be set to work. The helmet compartment
can be opened.
LOCK «D»: The steering is locked. It is not possible to start the engine or switch on
the lights. The key may be removed.
02_09
Locking the steering wheel (02_10)

CAUTION
AVOIDING LOSING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE - NEVER TURN THE KEY TO
«LOCK» WHILE RIDING.
To lock the steering:

• Turn the handlebar fully to the left.
• Turn the key «2» to «OFF»
NOTE
TURN THE KEY AND MOVE THE HANDLEBAR AT THE SAME TIME.
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• Press and turn the key «2» anticlockwise (to the left), move the handlebar
slowly until the key «2» is set to «LOCK».
• Extract the key.
02_10
Switch direction indicators (02_11)

Move the switch «3» to the left, to indicate a left turn; move the switch «3» to the right,
to indicate a right turn. Press the central part of the switch 3 to deactivate the turn
indicator.
NOTE
SET TO "ON"
02_11
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Horn button (02_12)
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To action the horn, press button «2».
NOTE
SET TO "ON"
02_12
Light switch (02_13)

If the light switch «4» is set to «A», the high beam light is activated; if it is set to «B»,
the low beam light is activated.
NOTE
SET TO "ON"
02_13
PASSING button «C»

Press the PASSING button and the high beam light is flashed.
NOTE
RELEASING THE BUTTON «C» DEACTIVATES THE HIGH BEAM FLASH.
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Start-up button (02_14)
Press the button and the starter motor spins the engine.
NOTE
SET TO "ON"
02_14
Mapping selection (02_15)

The control unit may have two different "mappings":
- ECO is for a low engine performance mapping to obtain low fuel consumption.
- SPORT is for a maximum engine performance mapping to the detriment of fuel con-
sumption.
Mapping can be changed at any time.
CAUTION
02_15 DO NOT CHANGE MAPPING WHILE YOU ARE RIDING ALONG VERY BUSY
STREETS OR WHEN GRIP CONDITIONS ARE NOT OPTIMUM.
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Power supply socket (02_16)
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• There is a 12V socket «4» inside the helmet compartment.
• The socket can be used to feed appliances with power below 180 W (mobile
phones, hand lamp, etc.).
CAUTION
USING THIS SOCKET FOR A LONG PERIOD CAN RESULT IN A FULLY DIS-
02_16 CHARGED BATTERY.
Opening the saddle (02_17, 02_18)

To unlock the saddle:
• Park the vehicle on its centre stand.
• Insert the key in the key switch.
• Turn the key «4» anticlockwise.
• Lift the saddle «5».
• To lock the saddle, lower and press it (without forcing it) to trip the lock.
CAUTION
02_17
BEFORE SETTING OFF, MAKE SURE THAT THE SADDLE IS CORRECTLY

LOCKED INTO POSITION.
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02_18
Identification (02_19, 02_20)

Write down the chassis and engine numbers in the specific space in this manual.
The chassis number can be used to order spare parts.
NOTE
ALTERING IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS CAN BE SERIOUSLY PUNISHED BY

LAW, PARTICULARLY MODIFYING THE CHASSIS NUMBER WILL IMMEDIATE-
LY INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.
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Chassis number
The chassis number is stamped on the chassis central bar. Remove the cover indi-
cated to read it.
Chassis No.: ...............................................
02_19
Engine number
The engine number is stamped near the rear shock absorber lower support.
Engine No.: ...............................................
02_20
Rear top box opening (02_21)

Located below the handlebar, in the internal shield; to reach it:
• Insert the key «1» in the lock.
• Turn the key clockwise, pull it and open the cover «2».
NOTE
BEFORE LOCKING THE COVER, MAKE SURE THAT THE KEY HAS NOT BEEN
LEFT INSIDE THE GLOVE-BOX.
02_21
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Bag clip (02_22)
The bag hook «1» is under the saddle in the front part.
CAUTION
DO NOT HANG BULKY BAGS OR PACKAGES ON THE HOOK TO AVOID OB-

STRUCTING VEHICLE HANDLING AND FEET MOVEMENT.
02_22 Characteristic
Maximum weight allowed:
1.5 kg.
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Chap. 03
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Checks
CAUTION
BEFORE RIDING, ALWAYS PERFORM A PRELIMINARY CHECK OF THE VEHI-

CLE FOR CORRECT AND SAFE OPERATION AS SHOWN IN THE TABLE. FAIL-
URE TO DO SO MAY LEAD TO SEVERE INJURY OR VEHICLE DAMAGE.
DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT AN OFFICIAL APRILIA DEALER IF YOU DO
NOT UNDERSTAND HOW SOME CONTROLS WORK OR IF MALFUNCTION IS
DETECTED OR SUSPECTED.
CHECKS DO NOT TAKE LONG AND RESULT IN ENHANCED SAFETY.
PRE-RIDE CHECKS
Front and rear disc brake Check for proper operation. Check
brake lever empty travel and brake
fluid level. Check for leaks. Check
brake pads for wear. If necessary,
top-up the brake fluid.
Brake levers Check they function smoothly.

Lubricate the joints if necessary.
Throttle grip Check that the throttle functions

smoothly and can be fully opened
and closed in all steering positions.
Wheels/ tyres Check that tyres are in good

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condition. Check inflation pressure
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and check for tyre wear and
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damage.
Steering Check that the rotation is uniform,

smooth and there are no signs of
clearance or slackness.
Centre stand Check that it works smoothly and it

goes back to its normal position
when the springs are released.
Lubricate couplings and joints if
necessary.
Clamping elements Check that the clamping elements

are not loose.
Adjust or tighten them as required.
Fuel tank Check the coolant level and refill if

necessary.
Check the circuit for leaks or
obstructions.
Check that the tank cap closes
correctly.
Coolant Fluid level inside the expansion

tank should be between the «MIN»
and «MAX» reference marks.
Lights, warning lights, injection Check the correct operation of the

telltale light, horn and electrical horn and lights. Replace the bulbs
devices or intervene in case of failure.
Injection pump Check that it works properly.
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Refuelling (03_01)
CAUTION
FUEL USED TO DRIVE EXPLOSION ENGINES IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE AND

CAN BECOME EXPLOSIVE UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS.
CARRY OUT REFILLING AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES IN A WELL-VEN-
TILATED PLACE AND WITH THE ENGINE OFF.
DO NOT SMOKE WHILE REFUELLING OR WHEN CLOSE TO FUEL VAPOURS,
AVOID CONTACT WITH NAKED FLAMES, SPARKS OR ANY OTHER SOURCE
THAT MAY CAUSE FUEL TO CATCH FIRE OR EXPLODE.
AVOID SPILLING FUEL OFF THE FILLER AS IT MAY CATCH FIRE IN CONTACT
WITH THE ENGINE HOT SURFACES. IN CASE OF ACCIDENTAL FUEL SPILLS,
CHECK THAT THE AREA IS COMPLETELY DRY BEFORE STARTING THE MO-
TORCYCLE.
FUEL EXPANDS WHEN EXPOSED TO HEAT OR SUN RAYS, THEREFORE BE
CAREFUL AND DO NOT REFILL THE FUEL UP TO THE TOP.
CLOSE THE CAP ADEQUATELY AFTER REFUELLING. BE CAREFUL FUEL
DOES NOT GET INTO CONTACT WITH YOUR SKIN, DO NOT INHALE VAPOURS
OR SWALLOW FUEL. DO NOT TRANSFER FUEL FROM ONE CONTAINER TO
ANOTHER USING A HOSE.
CAUTION
DO NOT DISPOSE OF FUEL INTO THE ENVIRONMENT.

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CAUTION
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KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
Use premium unleaded petrol, minimum octane rating 95 (NORM) and 85 (NOMM)
To refuel:
• Lift the saddle.
• Unscrew and remove fuel tank cap «1».
• Refuel.
• Refit the cap «1».
DO NOT ADD ADDITIVES OR ANY OTHER SUBSTANCES TO THE FUEL.
WHEN USING A FUNNEL OR ANY OTHER ELEMENT, MAKE SURE IT IS PER-
03_01 FECTLY CLEAN.
NOTE
AFTER REFUELLING, REFIT THE FUEL TANK CAP «1» ADEQUATELY.
Characteristic
Fuel tank capacity (including reserve):
8.5 l
Fuel tank reserve:
~2l
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Shock absorber adjustment (03_02, 03_03)
Check oil and oil seal of front suspension following the instructions on the scheduled
maintenance table.
CAUTION
TO HAVE THE FRONT SUSPENSION OIL CHANGED TAKE YOUR MOTORCY-

CLE TO AN Official Aprilia Dealer WHO WILL PROVIDE A PRECISE AND
PROMPT SERVICE.
• Turn the adjustment ring nut «1» (shock absorber spring preloading adjust-
ment).
NOTE
CARRY OUT THE ADJUSTMENT ON BOTH REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS.
03_02
Turn the ring nut in direction A: Increase spring preloading. The vehicle suspension
is very hard. To be used on roads with even or ordinary surfaces and when riding with
passenger.
Turn the ring nut in direction B: Decrease spring preloading. The motorcycle suspen-
sion is very soft. To be used on uneven roads and when riding without passenger.
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Running in
Engine run-in is essential to ensure engine long life and correct operation. If possible,
ride on roads with lots of bends and/or slopes to test that the engine, suspensions and
brakes perform efficiently.
Follow these indications:
• Do not twist the throttle grip fully at low rpm whether during or after run-in.
• 0-100 km (0-62 miles) During the first 100 km (62 miles) operate the brakes
with caution to avoid rough and long braking. That is to permit the adequate
adjustment of the pad friction material to the brake disc.
• 0-500 km (0-312 miles) During the first 500 km (312 miles) do not ride the
scooter over 80% of the predetermined maximum speed.
• Avoid keeping a constant speed along long sections of road.
• After the first 1000 km (625 miles), gradually increase the speed until the
maximum performance is reached.
CAUTION
ALWAYS SIGNAL CHANGES IN DIRECTION WITH THE APPROPRIATE DEVICES

AND WELL IN ADVANCE, AVOID ABRUPT AND DANGEROUS MANOEUVRES.
TURN OFF THE DEVICES IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE CHANGE IN DIRECTION.
WHEN OVERTAKING OR BEING OVERTAKEN BY OTHER VEHICLES RIDE WITH
EXTREME CAUTION. WHEN IT RAINS, SPRAY CAUSED BY LARGE VEHICLES
REDUCES VISIBILITY; AIR SHIFTS MAY CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL ON YOUR
MOTORCYCLE.
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CAUTION
AFTER THE FIRST 1000 KM (625 MILES) IN OPERATION, PERFORM THE

CHECKS INDICATED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART TO AVOID
INJURIES TO YOURSELF, OTHERS AND/OR DAMAGING THE VEHICLE.
NOTE
ONLY AFTER THE FIRST RUN-IN 1000 KM (625 MILES) IT IS POSSIBLE TO AT-
TAIN THE BEST SPEED AND ACCELERATION PERFORMANCE OF YOUR MO-
TORCYCLE.
Starting up the engine (03_04, 03_05, 03_06)

CAUTION
EXHAUST FUMES CONTAIN CARBON MONOXIDE, AN EXTREMELY HARMFUL

SUBSTANCE IF INHALED. NEVER START THE ENGINE IN CLOSED OR NOT
WELL-VENTILATED ROOMS.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING COULD LEAD TO UNCONSCIOUSNESS
AND EVEN DEATH CAUSED BY SUFFOCATION.
DO NOT CLIMB ON THE VEHICLE TO START IT UP. DO NOT START THE ENGINE
WHILE THE VEHICLE RESTS ON ITS SIDE STAND.
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To start-up the engine, rest the vehicle on its centre stand.
• Make sure light switch «1» is set to low beam.
03_04
• Turn key «3».
NOW:
THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT "4" TURNS ON THE INSTRU-
MENT PANEL AND REMAINS SO UNTIL THE ENGINE STARTS UP.
THE INJECTION CHECK WARNING LIGHT «2» REMAINS ON FOR THREE SEC-
03_05 ONDS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AFTER ALL THE OTHER WARNING
LIGHTS HAVE TURNED OFF.
IF THIS WARNING LIGHT DOES NOT TURN ON OR IF AFTER THREE SECONDS
THE WARNING LIGHTS DO NOT TURN OFF, CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Deal-
er.
• Block at least one wheel, by operating one brake lever "6". If this does not
occur, it means there is no current in the ignition relay and the engine does
not start. »
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NOTE
IF THE MOTORCYCLE IS NOT USED FOR A LONG TIME, FOLLOW THE PRO-
CEDURE FOR STARTING THE ENGINE AFTER PROLONGED INACTIVITY.
NOTE
TO AVOID EXCESSIVE BATTERY CONSUMPTION, DO NOT HOLD DOWN THE
STARTER BUTTON «7» MORE THAN FIVE SECONDS (TEN WHEN STARTING
UP AFTER PROLONGED INACTIVITY). IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AFTER
THIS TIME, WAIT TEN SECONDS AND REPEAT THE PROCEDURE.
03_06
CAUTION
NEVER PRESS THE STARTER BUTTON «7» WHEN THE ENGINE IS ALREADY
RUNNING: DOING SO MAY DAMAGE THE STARTER MOTOR.
NOTE
PRESS THE STARTER BUTTON «7» WITHOUT OPENING THE THROTTLE AND
RELEASE IT AS SOON AS THE ENGINE STARTS.
CAUTION
WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING

LIGHT "4" SHOULD TURN OFF. IF THE WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON OR TURNS
ON WHILE THE ENGINE IS WORKING PROPERLY THIS MEANS THAT THE OIL
PRESSURE IN THE CIRCUIT IS NOT ENOUGH. SHOULD THIS OCCUR, STOP
THE ENGINE AT ONCE AND CONTACT AN aprilia Official Dealer. NEVER USE
THE VEHICLE WITH LOW ENGINE OIL SO AS TO AVOID DAMAGING ENGINE
PARTS.
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Engage at least one brake lever and do not accelerate until you set off.
CAUTION
DO NOT SET OFF SUDDENLY WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD.

TO MINIMISE THE EMISSION OF AIR POLLUTING SUBSTANCES AND FUEL
CONSUMPTION, WARM UP THE ENGINE BY RIDING THE FIRST KILOMETRES
AT A LIMITED SPEED.
Precautions (03_07, 03_08, 03_09)

CAUTION
IF THE LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT «8» ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL TURNS
ON WHILE YOU ARE RIDING THE VEHICLE, THIS MEANS THERE IS STILL SOME
FUEL LEFT.
REFUEL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
03_07
To set off:
• Release the handle grip, operate the rear brake and take the vehicle off the
stand.
• Get on the vehicle and, for stability reasons, keep at least one foot on the
ground.
• Adjust the rear-view mirror angle correctly.
03_08
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CAUTION
WITH THE VEHICLE AT A STANDSTILL, PRACTICE USING THE REAR-VIEW

MIRRORS. THE MIRRORS ARE CONVEX, SO OBJECTS MAY SEEM FARTHER
AWAY THAN THEY REALLY ARE. THESE MIRRORS OFFER A WIDE-ANGLE
VIEW AND ONLY EXPERIENCE HELPS YOU JUDGE THE DISTANCE SEPARAT-
ING YOU AND THE VEHICLE BEHIND.
• Release the brake lever and accelerate, gradually twisting the handle grip
(Pos. B); the vehicle will start moving forward.
03_09
CAUTION
DO NOT ACCELERATE AND DECELERATE REPEATEDLY AND CONTINUOUS-

LY AS YOU MAY INADVERTENTLY LOSE CONTROL OF YOUR VEHICLE.
IF YOU HAVE TO BRAKE, DECELERATE AND OPERATE BOTH BRAKES TO
OBTAIN A UNIFORM BRAKING, CAREFULLY ACTIVATING THE BRAKING
PARTS IN AN ADEQUATE MANNER.
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OPERATING ONLY THE FRONT BRAKE SIGNIFICANTLY DIMINISHES BRAKING

POWER. A WHEEL MAY GET BLOCKED RESULTING IN LACK OF GRIP. IN CASE
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OF STOP IN ASCENT, FULLY DECELERATE AND ONLY USE THE BRAKES TO
KEEP THE VEHICLE STOPPED. USING THE ENGINE TO KEEP THE VEHICLE
STOPPED MAY CAUSE THE VARIATOR TO OVERHEAT.
CAUTION
BEFORE GETTING INTO A BEND, REDUCE SPEED OR BRAKE; WHILE BEND-

ING, RIDE AT THE SAME MODERATE AND CONSTANT SPEED OR SLIGHTLY
ACCELERATE; DO NOT BRAKE IN EXCESS: THERE IS HIGH RISK OF SKID-
DING.
BRAKING CONTINUOUSLY WHILE GOING DOWNHILL MAY RESULT IN FRIC-
TION GASKET OVERHEATING AND CONSEQUENTLY IN POOR BRAKING.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE ENGINE COMPRESSION USING THE BRAKES AL-
TERNATIVELY. WHEN GOING DOWNHILL NEVER RIDE WITH THE ENGINE OFF.
WHEN RIDING ON WET SURFACES OR WITH POOR GRIP (SNOW, ICE, MUD,
ETC.) AT A MODERATE SPEED AVOIDING SUDDEN BRAKING OR MANOEU-
VRES THAT MAY LEAD TO LACK OF GRIP AND CONSEQUENTLY TO FALLS.
PAY ATTENTION TO OBSTACLES ON OR VARIATIONS IN THE ROAD SUR-
FACE. UNEVEN ROADS, RUTS, DRAINS, TRAFFIC SIGNS PAINTED ON THE
ROADS, PIPEWORK METAL SHEETS MAY BECOME SLIPPERY WHEN IT
RAINS. CROSS OVER THEM WITH EXTREME CAUTION, RIDE CAREFULLY AND
INCLINE THE MOTORCYCLE THE LEAST POSSIBLE.
CAUTION
ALWAYS SIGNAL CHANGES IN DIRECTION WITH THE APPROPRIATE DEVICES

AND WELL IN ADVANCE, AVOID ABRUPT AND DANGEROUS MANOEUVRES.
TURN OFF THE DEVICES IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE CHANGE IN DIRECTION.
WHEN OVERTAKING OR BEING OVERTAKEN BY OTHER VEHICLES RIDE WITH
EXTREME CAUTION. WHEN IT RAINS, SPRAY CAUSED BY LARGE VEHICLES
REDUCES VISIBILITY; AIR SHIFTS MAY CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL ON YOUR
MOTORCYCLE.
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Difficult start up (03_10)
Press the starter button «7» and make the starter motor turn for about five seconds,
without accelerating.
If due to particularly low temperatures the engine fails to start at the first attempt,
slightly accelerate, press the starter button and release it as soon as the engine starts.
Keep engine accelerated for a couple of seconds and afterwards release the handle
grip.
STARTING AFTER PROLONGED INACTIVITY
03_10 • If the vehicle has been inactive for a long time, starting may be delayed as
the fuel supply circuit may be partially empty.
In this case:
• Press the starter motor «7» for about ten seconds.
Stopping the engine (03_11, 03_12)

CAUTION
WHENEVER POSSIBLE, AVOID ROUGH BRAKING, SUDDEN DECELERATION
AND BRAKING IN EXCESS.
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Release the handle grip (Pos. A) and gradually operate the brakes to stop
the vehicle.
• While at a temporary halt, keep at least one brake operated..
03_11
PARKING
CAUTION
PARK ON SAFE AND LEVEL GROUND TO PREVENT THE MOTORCYCLE FROM

FALLING.
DO NOT LEAN THE MOTORCYCLE ON A WALL OR LAY ON THE GROUND.
MAKE SURE THE MOTORCYCLE AND SPECIALLY ITS HOT PARTS DO NOT
POSE ANY RISK TO PEOPLE OR CHILDREN. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR MOTOR-
CYCLE UNATTENDED WITH THE ENGINE ON OR THE KEY IN THE IGNITION
SWITCH.
DO NOT SEAT ON THE MOTORCYCLE WHEN THE STAND IS LOWERED.
• Stop the vehicle.
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CAUTION
WITH ENGINE OFF AND THE IGNITION SWITCH SET TO «ON» THE BATTERY
MAY GET DISCHARGED.
• Turn key «2» and set ignition switch «1» to «OFF» .

• Rest the vehicle on its stand.
CAUTION
DO NOT LEAVE THE KEY INSERTED IN THE IGNITION SWITCH.
03_12
• Lock the steering and take out the key «2».
Catalytic silencer
CAUTION
DO NOT TAMPER THE NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM.

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Vehicle owners are warned that the law may prohibit the following:
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- the removal of any device or element belonging to a new vehicle or any other action
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by anyone leading to render it non-operating, if not for maintenance, repair or re-
placement reasons, in order to control noise emission before the sale or delivery of
the vehicle to the ultimate buyer or while it is used; and
- using the vehicle after that device or part has been removed or made non-operating.
Check the muffler/exhaust silencer and the silencer pipes, make sure there are no
signs of rust or holes and that the exhaust system works properly. If exhaust noise
increases, take your vehicle at once to an Official Aprilia Dealer.
Stand (03_13)
RESTING THE VEHICLE ON ITS STAND
CENTRE STAND
• Hold the left hand grip «4» with your left hand and the passenger handgrip
«5» with your right hand.
• Push the stand lever «6» with your right foot.
CAUTION
03_13 MAKE SURE THE VEHICLE IS STABLE.
Suggestions to prevent theft

NEVER leave the ignition key in the lock and always use the steering lock.
Park the motorcycle in a safe place such as a garage or a place with guards.
Whenever possible, use the aprilia "Bodyguard" armoured cable or an additional an-
titheft device.
Make sure all vehicle documents are in order and the road tax paid.
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Write down your personal details and telephone number on this page to help identi-
fying the owner in case of vehicle retrieval after a theft.
LAST NAME: ....................
NAME: ..........................
ADDRESS: ....................
TELEPHONE NO.: ............
IMPORTANT: In many cases, stolen vehicles can be identified through data indicated
in the use and maintenance booklet.
Safe driving (03_14, 03_15, 03_16, 03_17, 03_18, 03_19, 03_20,

03_21, 03_22, 03_23, 03_24, 03_25)
MAIN SAFETY RULES
To ride the motorcycle it is necessary to comply with all legal requirements (driving
license, minimum driving age, psychophysical performance, insurance, taxes and
fees, registration, license plate, etc.).
You should practise using the motorcycle in traffic-free areas and/or private property
until you have become thoroughly acquainted with the vehicle.
03_14 Driving under the influence of medication, alcohol and narcotic drugs or psychotropic
substances dramatically increases the risk of accidents.
Do not ride your motorcycle if you feel tired or drowsy and always keep safe psycho-
physical riding conditions.
The main cause of motorcycle accidents is users' inexperience.
NEVER lend the vehicle to beginners and always make sure that the rider complies
with all necessary requirements for a safe riding.
Strictly obey all national and local traffic signs and rules.
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Avoid any abrupt and dangerous swerves for your own as well as others' safety (for
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example: rearing up on the back wheel, riding over the speed limit, etc.). Besides,
always assess and bear in mind the road surface conditions, visibility, etc.
Do not knock obstacles that can damage the motorcycle or cause loss of control.
Do not ride on the course of the vehicle in front just to improve your own speed.
CAUTION
03_15
ALWAYS RIDE WITH BOTH HANDS ON THE HANDLEBAR AND FEET ON THE
FOOTRESTS (OR THE RIDER' S FOOTRESTS) IN THE ADEQUATE RIDING PO-
SITION.
03_16
Never stand on your feet or stretch yourself while riding.

The rider should always be attentive, never get distracted or influenced by people,
things or actions (never smoke, eat, drink, read, etc.) while riding.
Always use fuel and lubricants specific for the motorcycle, of the type recommended
in the "LUBRICANTS TABLE". Check fuel, oil and coolant frequently for correct level.
In case of an accident or after the motorcycle has fallen down or suffered a sudden
bump, make sure the control levers, piping, cables, brake circuit and main parts of the
motorcycle have not been damaged.
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If necessary, take the motorcycle to an Official Aprilia Dealer to check especially the
frame, handlebar, suspensions, safety components and any device the user cannot
assess without the aid of a specialist.
Report any malfunction to the engineers and/or mechanics in order to facilitate their
work.
Never ride the motorcycle if the damage jeopardises safety.
Do not modify the position, angle or colour of: license plate, turn indicators, lighting
devices and horn.
03_18 Any changes to the motorcycle will void the warranty.

Any change introduced to the motorcycle and the removal of original parts may jeop-
ardise the motorcycle performance and therefore reduce safety or even render the
motorcycle inappropriate for legal riding.
Comply with all national and local laws and regulations on motorcycle equipment.
In particular do not introduce technical changes leading to improve performance and
under no circumstances alter the original specifications of the vehicle.
Never race with vehicles.
Never ride off-road.
03_19
CLOTHING
Before riding off, remember to put on the helmet and fasten it correctly. Make sure it
is a homologated model, that it is undamaged, of the right size and that the visor is
clean.
Wear appropriate protective clothes, preferably light-coloured and/or in reflective ma-
terial. In this way you will be easily visible to other drivers, thus reducing the risk of
being hit, and you will be better protected in case of falling.
Always wear tight-fitting clothes without open cuffs; avoid hanging strings, belts or ties;
03_20 these or any other objects should not interfere with a safe riding when getting entan-
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Never carry in your pockets objects that can be potentially dangerous in case of fall,
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like: pointed objects such as keys, pens, glass containers, etc. (the same rule applies
to passengers).
03_21
ACCESSORIES
User is personally responsible for the installation and use of the accessories.
While assembling accessories, make sure that they do not cover the sound or light
alarm devices or affect their correct functioning, do not limit the suspension travel or
the steering angle, do not obstruct control actuation or reduce the ground clearance
and inclination angle at corners.
Do not use accessories that hinder access to the controls as they may increase the
reaction time in case of an emergency.
03_22
Fairings and large windscreens fitted to the motorcycle may cause aerodynamic forces
that affect the scooter stability while riding, mainly at high speeds.
Make sure the accessory is firm and secured to the scooter and that it does not pose
any risks while riding the motorcycle.
Do not add or modify electrical equipment that exceed the vehicle capacity as this may
result in a sudden stop or a dangerous lack of power required to keep the sound and
light alarm devices operative.
aprilia advises using original accessories (aprilia genuine accessories).
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LOADING
Do not overload your scooter. Keep packages as close as possible to the motorcycle
centre of gravity and distribute load evenly on both sides to minimise imbalance.
Check also that the load is firm and secured to the scooter, mainly for long trips.
Do not hang anything from your vehicle's handlebars, mudguards or forks, such as
protruding, bulky, heavy and/or dangerous objects: this will slow the vehicle perform-
ance when turning and will upset the handling of your vehicle.
Do not carry packages that protrude from vehicle sides as this may hit people or ob-
03_23 jects and result in loss of control of your vehicle.
Never carry packages that are not securely fastened to the vehicle.
Do not carry packages that protrude from the luggage rack or which cover any of the
sound and light alarm devices.
Never carry animals or small children on the glove-box or the luggage rack.
Never exceed the maximum weight allowed for each luggage rack.
Overloading the motorcycle may result in lack of stability and poor handling.
03_24
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Chap. 04
Maintenance
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Engine oil level
Check engine oil level frequently according to the indications in the scheduled main-
tenance table.
CAUTION
HANDLING OIL FOR PROLONGED PERIODS AND ON A REGULAR BASIS CAN

CAUSE SERIOUS SKIN DAMAGE.
WASH YOUR HANDS CAREFULLY AFTER HANDLING OIL.
WHEN CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS, IT IS ADVISABLE TO
WEAR LATEX GLOVES.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF OIL INTO THE ENVIRONMENT.
CAUTION
PROCEED WITH CAUTION.

DO NOT SPILL OIL.
BE CAREFUL NOT TO DIRTY COMPONENTS, THE WORKING OR SURROUND-
ING AREA.
THOROUGHLY WASH OUT ANY OIL TRACE.
4 Maintenance
IN THE EVENT OF OIL LEAKS OR MALFUNCTIONING, TAKE YOUR VEHICLE

TO AN Official aprilia Dealer.
NOTE
USE OIL WITH THE SPECIFICATIONS DETAILED IN THE RECOMMENDED
PRODUCTS TABLE.
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NOTE
4 Maintenance
DO NOT EXCEED THE "MAX" MARK WHEN TOPPING-UP ENGINE OIL.
Take your vehicle to an Official aprilia Dealer to carry out the replacement.
Engine oil level check (04_01, 04_02)

CAUTION
PARK THE MOTORCYCLE ON SAFE AND LEVEL GROUND.

CAUTION
THE ENGINE AND THE EXHAUST SYSTEM COMPONENTS CAN GET VERY HOT
AND REMAIN SO FOR SOME TIME EVEN AFTER THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF.
WEAR INSULATING GLOVES BEFORE HANDLING THESE PARTS OR WAIT UN-
TIL THE ENGINE AND THE EXHAUST SYSTEM COOL DOWN.
• Stop the engine and let it cool down. This will allow the oil to settle into the
crankcase and cool down.
NOTE
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE OPERATIONS MAY RESULT IN AN INCORRECT
READING OF THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL.
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• Unscrew and take out the measuring cap-dipstick «1».
• Clean the area in contact with oil with a clean cloth.
• Place without screwing the cap-dipstick «1» into its tube «2».
• Remove the cap-dipstick «1» again and read the level the oil reaches on the
dipstick.
• The level is correct when it is close to the MAX level marked on the measuring
dipstick.
04_01
04_02
• Top-up if necessary.
CAUTION
IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ENGINE, OIL LEVEL MUST NEVER EX-
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CEED THE «MAX» MARK OR FALL BELOW THE «MIN» MARK.
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Engine oil top-up (04_03)
4 Maintenance
• Pour a small quantity of oil in the tube «2» and wait approximately five mi-
nutes so that the oil flows evenly into the crankshaft.
• Check the oil level and top up, if required.
• Top-up with small quantities of oil, until the recommended level is reached.
• At the end of the operation, screw and tighten the cap-dipstick «1».
CAUTION
04_03
DO NOT RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE WITH INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OR WITH

CONTAMINATED OR INCORRECT LUBRICANTS AS THIS ACCELERATES THE
WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE IRRETRIEVABLE
DAMAGE.
Warning light (insufficient oil pressure) (04_04)

The vehicle is fitted with a telltale light «1» that turns on when the key is set to «ON».
However, this light should come off once the engine has been started.
CAUTION
IN CASE THIS LIGHT TURNS ON WHEN BRAKING, AT IDLE SPEED OR ON A

BEND, IT IS NECESSARY TO CHECK THE LEVEL AND TOP-UP IF NECESSARY.
04_04 IF AFTER TOPPING-UP THE LIGHT STILLS TURNS ON WHEN BRAKING, AT
IDLE SPEED OR ON A BEND, IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO TAKE YOUR VEHICLE
TO AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE.
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Engine oil change
Take your vehicle to an Official aprilia Dealer to carry out the replacement.
Hub oil level

Check following the instructions in the scheduled maintenance table and according to
the engine capacity.
Take your vehicle to an Official aprilia Dealer to have the oil checked and changed.
CAUTION
HANDLING OIL FOR PROLONGED PERIODS AND ON A REGULAR BASIS CAN

CAUSE SERIOUS SKIN DAMAGE.
WASH YOUR HANDS CAREFULLY AFTER HANDLING OIL.
WEAR LATEX GLOVES.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF OIL INTO THE ENVIRONMENT.
CAUTION
4 Maintenance

DO NOT SPILL OIL.
BE CAREFUL NOT TO DIRTY COMPONENTS, THE WORKING OR SURROUND-
ING AREA.
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4 Maintenance
THOROUGHLY WASH OUT ANY OIL TRACE.
IN THE EVENT OF OIL LEAKS OR MALFUNCTIONING, TAKE YOUR VEHICLE
TO AN Official aprilia Dealer.
Tyres (04_05, 04_06)

This vehicle is fitted with tyres without inner tubes (Tubeless).
CAUTION
CHECK TYRE PRESSURE FREQUENTLY, WITH TYRES AT AMBIENT TEMPER-

ATURE.
04_05 THE MEASUREMENT MAY BE INCORRECT IF TYRES ARE WARM. CHECK
TYRE PRESSURE MAINLY BEFORE AND AFTER A LONG TRIP. IF TYRE PRES-
SURE IS TOO HIGH, THE SURFACE UNEVENNESS IS NOT CUSHIONED AND IS
SENT TO THE HANDLEBAR, THUS REDUCING COMFORT, GRIP AND STABIL-
ITY SPECIALLY WHEN CORNERING.
CONVERSELY, WITH INADEQUATE TYRE PRESSURE, TYRE SIDES «1» BEAR
MORE STRESS AND THE TYRE CAN SLIDE ON THE RIM OR EVEN GET DE-
TACHED RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE. THE TYRE
MIGHT EVEN JUMP OFF THE RIM UNDER HARD BRAKING. EVENTUALLY THE
VEHICLE MIGHT SKID IN A BEND. INSPECT TREAD SURFACE AND CHECK IT
FOR WEAR. BADLY WORN TYRES ADVERSELY AFFECT TRACTION AND HAN-
DLING. SOME TYRE TYPES HOMOLOGATED FOR THIS VEHICLE FEATURE
04_06 WEAR INDICATORS. THERE ARE SEVERAL TYPES OF WEAR INDICATORS.
CONSULT YOUR DEALER ON METHODS TO CHECK WEAR. CARRY OUT A
VISUAL INSPECTION FOR TYRE CONSUMPTION. REPLACE TYRES IF WORN.
WHEN TYRES ARE OLD, THE MATERIAL MAY HARDEN AND NOT PROVIDE
ADEQUATE GRIP, EVEN IF TYRES ARE STILL WITHIN THE WEAR LIMIT. RE-
PLACE TYRES IF THIS OCCURS. REPLACE TYRES WHEN WORN OR IF THERE
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IS A PUNCTURE LARGER THAN 5 MM IN THE TREAD AREA. BALANCE
WHEELS AFTER A TYRE IS MENDED. USE ONLY TYRE SIZES INDICATED BY
THE MANUFACTURER. DO NOT FIT TYRES WITH INNER TUBES ON RIMS FOR
TUBELESS TYRES OR VICE VERSA. CHECK THAT THE INFLATION VALVES
HAVE THEIR CAPS FITTED IN ORDER TO AVOID UNEXPECTED FLAT TYRES.
REPLACEMENT, REPAIR, MAINTENANCE AND BALANCING OPERATIONS
ARE HIGHLY IMPORTANT AND SO THEY SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT USING
THE SPECIFIC TOOLS AND WITH THE ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE. HAVE YOUR
TYRES AND WHEELS SERVICED AT AN Official Aprilia Dealer, OR A SPECIAL-
ISED TYRE WORKSHOP. NEW TYRES CAN BE COVERED BY A SLIPPERY
COAT: RIDE WITH CAUTION DURING THE FIRST KILOMETRES. DO NOT APPLY
UNSUITABLE LIQUIDS ON TYRES.
TREAD DEPTH MINIMUM THRESHOLD «2»

Front: 2 mm
Rear 2 mm
Spark plug dismantlement (04_07, 04_08, 04_09)

Check the spark plug following the instructions on the scheduled maintenance table
and according to the engine capacity. Remove the spark plug regularly, clean off car-
bon scales, and replace spark plug if necessary.
To reach the spark plug:
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Lift the saddle.
• Unscrew and remove the two screws «3» (one at each side).
• Unscrew and remove the two screws «4» (one at each side).
04_07
CAUTION

DO NOT DAMAGE THE TABS AND/OR THEIR CORRESPONDING SLOTS.
HANDLE PLASTIC AND PAINTED COMPONENTS WITH CARE, DO NOT
SCRATCH OR SPOIL THEM.
• Pull and slide off from the front inspection cover «5».
NOTE
UPON REFITTING, INSERT THE FITTING TABS CORRECTLY IN THEIR SLOTS.
For removal and cleaning:
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CAUTION
BEFORE CARRYING OUT THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS AND IN ORDER TO

AVOID BURNS, LEAVE ENGINE AND SILENCER TO COOL OFF TO AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE.
• Remove the tube «1» of the spark plug «2».

• Clean off any trace of dirt from the spark plug base. Then unscrew it using
the spanner supplied in the toolkit and remove it from its fitting, being careful
not to let dust or any other substance come into the cylinder.
• Check that the spark plug electrode and centre porcelain are free of carbon
deposits or signs of corrosion. If necessary, clean using suitable spark plug
cleaners, a wire and/or metal brush.
• Blow with a strong air blast to avoid removed dirt getting into the engine.
Replace the spark plug if there are cracks on the spark plug insulating ma-
terial, corroded electrodes or several deposits.
04_08 • Check the electrode gap with a feeler gauge. This gap should be 0.7 - 0.8
mm; adjust it if necessary by carefully bending the ground electrode.
• Make sure the washer is in good conditions. Once the washer is fitted, man-
ually screw the spark plug to avoid damaging the thread.
• Tighten using the spanner supplied in the toolkit, make the spark plug com-
plete 1/2 of a turn to press the washer.
CAUTION
TIGHTEN THE SPARK PLUG CORRECTLY. OTHERWISE, THE ENGINE MAY
OVERHEAT AND GET IRRETRIEVABLE DAMAGED.
USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED TYPE OF SPARK PLUG, OTHERWISE, EN-
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GINE DURATION AND PERFORMANCE COULD BE COMPROMISED.

04_09
Characteristic
Spark plug electrode gap
0.7 - 0.8 mm
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Spark plug
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NGK PMR9B
Locking torques (N*m)

Spark plug tightening torque
10 Nm (1.02 kg)
• Refit the spark plug tube «1» securely, so that it will not get detached when
exposed to engine vibrations.
• Refit the central inspection cover «5».
Removing the air filter (04_10, 04_11)

Clean the air filter and check it is in good conditions following the instructions in the
scheduled maintenance table and according to the engine capacity. This will depend
on use conditions.
If the vehicle is used in dusty or wet roads, cleaning operations should be carried out
more frequently.
Remove the filtering element from the vehicle for cleaning.
• Unscrew and remove the seven screws «1».
04_10 • Open the filter housing.
• Remove the filtering element «3» from the filter housing cover «2».
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04_11
Air filter cleaning (04_12, 04_13)
CAUTION
TO AVOID RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION DO NOT USE PETROL OR INFLAM-

MABLE SOLVENTS TO CLEAN THE FILTERING ELEMENT.
• Wash the filtering element «3» with clean, non-inflammable or high-volatility

solvents and leave it to dry properly.
• Apply a specific filter oil all over the surface.
• Check the lower part of the bleed pipe «4» for dirt.
NOTE
REMOVE ANY DEPOSIT THAT MAY HAVE FORMED IN THE BLEED PIPE, COM-
4 Maintenance
ING FROM THE FILTER HOUSING. PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:
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Remove the cover «5».
• Drain the content in a container; then, send it to a recycling bank.
04_13
Cooling fluid level (04_14, 04_15, 04_16, 04_17)

CAUTION
DO NOT USE YOUR MOTORCYCLE IF THE COOLANT LEVEL IS BELOW THE

MINIMUM LEVEL MARKED "MIN".
Check the coolant level following the instructions in the scheduled maintenance table
and according to the engine capacity.
CAUTION
COOLANT IS TOXIC IF INGESTED; CONTACT WITH YOUR EYES OR SKIN MAY

CAUSE IRRITATION. IF THE FLUID GETS IN CONTACT WITH THE EYES OR
SKIN, RINSE REPEATEDLY WITH PLENTY OF WATER AND SEEK MEDICAL
ADVICE. IF SWALLOWED, INDUCE VOMITING, RINSE MOUTH AND THROAT
WITH PLENTY OF WATER AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY.
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CAUTION
DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FLUID INTO THE ENVIRONMENT.

CAUTION

CAUTION
PAY ATTENTION NOT TO POUR COOLANT ONTO THE ENGINE HOT COMPO-
NENTS; IT MAY CATCH FIRE PRODUCING INVISIBLE FLAMES. WHEN CARRY-
ING OUT MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS, IT IS ADVISABLE TO WEAR LATEX
GLOVES. CONTACT AN Official aprilia Dealer FOR REPLACEMENT.
Coolant solution is 50% water and 50% antifreeze fluid. This is the ideal mixture for
most operating temperatures and provides good corrosion protection. It is advisable
to use the same mixture even in hot weather as this minimises loss due to evaporation
and the need of frequent top-ups. Thus, mineral salt deposits formed in the radiator
by evaporated water are also minimised and the efficiency of the cooling system is
not affected. When the temperature drops below zero degrees centigrade, check the
cooling system frequently and add more antifreeze (up to 60% max.) if required.
Use distilled water in the coolant mixture to avoid damaging the engine.
CAUTION
4 Maintenance
DO NOT REMOVE THE EXPANSION TANK CAP «1» WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT,
SINCE COOLANT IS VERY HOT. CONTACT WITH SKIN OR CLOTHES MAY
CAUSE SEVERE BURNS AND/OR INJURIES.
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4 Maintenance
CHECK
CAUTION
WAIT FOR THE ENGINE TO COOL DOWN BEFORE CHECKING OR TOPPING-

UP THE COOLANT LEVEL.
• Shut off the engine and wait until it cools off.

CAUTION
• Open the glove-box.

• Make sure that the coolant level in the expansion tank «2» is between the
«MIN» and «MAX» reference marks.
MIN = minimum level.
MAX = maximum level.
Otherwise, top-up.
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TOP-UP
• Remove the front case «3» by undoing the two screws «4» located at the
back and the four screws «5» located in the shield back plate.
• Remove the filler cap «1».
CAUTION
04_15 PROCEED WITH CAUTION.

NOTE

CAUTION
04_16
COOLANT IS TOXIC IF INGESTED; CONTACT WITH YOUR EYES OR SKIN MAY

CAUSE IRRITATION. DO NOT INTRODUCE YOUR FINGERS OR ANY OTHER
OBJECT TO CHECK IF THERE IS COOLANT OR NOT.
CAUTION
4 Maintenance
WHEN TOPPING-UP, DO NOT EXCEED THE «MAX» LEVEL OR THE FLUID WILL
FLOW OUT WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
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Top-up with coolant until the fluid level is near the «MAX» level.
• Refit the filler cap «1».
CAUTION
IF THERE IS AN EXCESSIVE CONSUMPTION OF COOLANT OR THE RESER-

VOIR REMAINS EMPTY, CHECK THAT THERE ARE NO LEAKS IN THE CIRCUIT.
FOR FOR REPAIRS, TAKE YOUR MOTORCYCLE TO AN OFFICIAL APRILIA
04_17 DEALER.
• Refit the front case.
Checking the brake oil level (04_18, 04_19)

This vehicle is fitted with a braking system made up of:
• A front disc brake;
• A rear disc brake;
Operating the right (front) brake lever exerts pressure on the front brake calliper. Op-
erating the left (rear) brake lever exerts pressure on the front and rear brake callipers.
NOTE
THIS VEHICLE IS FITTED WITH AN INTEGRAL BRAKING SYSTEM.
04_18
CAUTION
UNEXPECTED CLEARANCE VARIATIONS OR ELASTIC RESISTANCE IN THE

BRAKE LEVER ARE DUE TO FAILURE IN THE HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT. CONTACT
AN Official Aprilia Dealer IN CASE OF DOUBTS ON THE CORRECT OPERATION
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OF THE BRAKING SYSTEM OR WHEN UNABLE TO CARRY OUT ROUTINE
CHECK PROCEDURES.
CAUTION
PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE BRAKE DISC AND THE FRICTION GASKETS
AND CHECK THAT THEY ARE NOT OILY OR GREASY, SPECIALLY AFTER
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS OR CHECKS. CHECK THAT THE BRAKE PIPE IS
NOT TWISTED OR WORN.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FLUID INTO THE ENVIRONMENT.
When the friction pads wear out, the brake fluid level in the reservoir goes down to
automatically compensate for that wear.
The brake fluid reservoirs are located on the handlebar, near the brake lever attach-
ments.
Check frequently the brake fluid level in the reservoirs and the brake pad wear.
CAUTION
DO NOT USE YOUR MOTORCYCLE IF A FLUID LEAK IN THE BRAKING CIRCUIT

IS DETECTED.
Checking
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To check level:
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CAUTION
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• Rest the vehicle on its centre stand.

• Turn the handlebar so that the fluid in the brake fluid reservoir is parallel to
the «MIN» reference mark indicated on the sight glass «1».
• Check that the level in the reservoir is over the reference "MIN" indicated on
the sight glass "1".
MIN = minimum level.
If the fluid does not reach at least the «MIN» reference mark:
CAUTION
04_19 FLUID LEVEL DECREASES GRADUALLY AS BRAKE PADS WEAR DOWN.
• Check the brake pads and discs for wear

If pads and/or the disc need not to be replaced:
• Take your vehicle to an Official Aprilia Dealer to carry out the replacement.
CAUTION
CHECK BRAKING EFFICIENCY. IN THE EVENT OF EXCESSIVE TRAVEL OF THE
BRAKE LEVER OR POOR PERFORMANCE OF THE BRAKING CIRCUIT, TAKE
YOUR VEHICLE TO AN OFFICIAL APRILIA DEALER AS IT MAY BE NECESSARY
TO PURGE AIR IN THE SYSTEM.
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Battery (04_20, 04_21, 04_22, 04_23)
Check that the leads are tightened following the instructions on the scheduled main-
tenance table and according to the engine capacity.
CAUTION
FIRE HAZARD. FUEL OR ANY OTHER FLAMMABLE SUBSTANCES MUST NOT
BE CLOSE TO ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS.
THE BATTERY ELECTROLYTE IS TOXIC, CORROSIVE AND AS IT CONTAINS
SULPHURIC ACID, IT CAN CAUSE BURNS WHEN IN CONTACT WITH THE SKIN.
WEAR PROTECTION CLOTHES, A FACE MASK AND/OR SAFETY GOGGLES
WHEN CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS. IF THE ELECTROLYTIC
FLUID GETS INTO CONTACT WITH THE SKIN, WASH WITH ABUNDANT COOL
WATER.
IF THE FLUID GETS INTO CONTACT WITH THE EYES, WASH WITH ABUNDANT
WATER FOR FIFTEEN MINUTES AND CONSULT AN EYE SPECIALIST IMMEDI-
ATELY.
IF IT IS ACCIDENTALLY INGESTED, DRINK A LOT OF WATER OR MILK, THEN
MILK OF MAGNESIA OR VEGETAL OIL, AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDI-
ATELY.
THE BATTERY RELEASES EXPLOSIVE GASES. KEEP IT AWAY OF FLAMES,
SPARKS, CIGARETTES OR ANY OTHER HEAT SOURCE.
WHEN RECHARGING OR USING THE BATTERY, BE CAREFUL TO HAVE THE
ROOM ADEQUATELY AIRED. DO NOT BREATH GASES RELEASED WHEN THE
BATTERY IS BEING RECHARGED.
PAY ATTENTION NOT TO TILT THE MOTORCYCLE EXCESSIVELY TO AVOID
DANGEROUS SPILLS OF BATTERY FLUID.
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CAUTION
DO NOT INVERT THE CONNECTIONS OF THE BATTERY LEADS.
CONNECT AND DISCONNECT THE BATTERY WITH THE IGNITION SWITCH SET
TO «OFF» OR THIS MAY DAMAGE SOME COMPONENTS. CONNECT THE POS-
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ITIVE LEAD (+) FIRST AND THEN THE NEGATIVE ONE (-). DISCONNECT IN THE
REVERSE ORDER.
BATTERY FLUID IS CORROSIVE.
DO NOT POUR OR SPREAD IT ESPECIALLY ON PLASTIC PARTS.
WHEN RECHARGING A "MAINTENANCE FREE" BATTERY INSTALLED USE A
SPECIFIC BATTERY CHARGER (VOLTAGE/CONSTANT AMPERAGE OR CON-
STANT VOLTAGE TYPE).
USING A CONVENTIONAL BATTERY CHARGER MAY DAMAGE THE BATTERY.
Battery removal

• Remove the mats «1».
• Undo and remove the two screws «2».
CAUTION
04_20 DO NOT DAMAGE THE TABS AND/OR THEIR CORRESPONDING SLOTS.

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04_21
• Remove the battery compartment cover.

NOTE
• Disconnect the negative lead (-) first and then the positive one (+).
• Remove the battery «3» from its housing and put it away on a flat surface in
a cool and dry place.
CAUTION
ONCE REMOVED THE BATTERY MUST BE PUT AWAY IN A SAFE PLACE AND
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OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

04_22
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Checking and cleaning terminals and leads
• Check that the terminals «4» of the cables and the battery leads «5» are:
- in good conditions (not corroded or covered by deposits);
- covered by neutral grease or petroleum jelly.

If necessary:
• Disconnect the negative lead (-) first and then the positive one (+).
• Brush with a metal bristle brush to remove all signs of corrosion.
04_23 • Reconnect the positive lead (+) first and then the negative one (-).
• Cover leads and terminals with neutral grease or petroleum jelly.
Battery recharge
CAUTION
DO NOT REMOVE THE BATTERY CELL CAPS OR THE BATTERY MAY BE DAM-
AGED.
• Remove the battery.

• Get an adequate battery charger.
• Set the battery charger for a slow recharge.
• Connect the battery to the battery charger.
CAUTION
WHEN RECHARGING OR USING THE BATTERY, BE CAREFUL TO HAVE THE
ROOM ADEQUATELY AIRED. DO NOT BREATH GASES RELEASED WHEN THE
BATTERY IS RECHARGING.
• Switch on the battery charger.
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Use of a new battery (04_24, 04_25, 04_26)

CAUTION
04_24 PROCEED WITH CAUTION.

04_25
• Remove the battery compartment cover.

NOTE

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Place the battery «3» in its housing.
• Connect the positive lead (+) first and then the negative one (-).
• Cover the leads and terminals with neutral grease or petroleum jelly.
• Refit the battery compartment cover and tighten the two screws «2».
• Refit the two mats «1» making sure the clamps fit in their fittings,
04_26
Long periods of inactivity

If the vehicle is not used for more than fifteen days, it is necessary to recharge the
battery to avoid sulphation:
• Remove the battery and put it away in a cool and dry place.
In winter or when the vehicle is out of use for prolonged periods, check charge level
frequently (about once a month) to prevent deterioration.
• Fully recharge with an ordinary charge.
If the battery is still on the vehicle, disconnect the cables from the terminals.
Fuses (04_27, 04_28, 04_29, 04_30)
CAUTION
DO NOT REPAIR FAULTY FUSES.
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NEVER USE A FUSE THAT IS DIFFERENT THAN WHAT IS SPECIFIED TO PRE-
VENT DAMAGES TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR SHORT CIRCUITS, AND
THE RISK OF FIRE.
NOTE
A FUSE THAT BLOWS FREQUENTLY MAY INDICATE A SHORT CIRCUIT OR
OVERLOAD. IF THIS OCCURS, CONTACT AN Official aprilia Dealer.
Checking the fuses is necessary whenever an electrical component fails to operate

or is not working properly or when the engine does not start.
Check the 15A fuses first and then the 20A fuse.
To check:

CAUTION
04_27 DO NOT DAMAGE THE TABS AND/OR THEIR CORRESPONDING SLOTS.

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Remove the battery compartment cover.
NOTE
04_28
• Extract one fuse at a time and check if filament «3 » is broken.

• Before replacing the fuse, find and solve, if possible, the reason that caused
the problem.
• If the fuse is damaged, replace it with one of the same current rating.
NOTE
IF THE SPARE FUSE IS USED, REPLACE WITH ONE OF THE SAME TYPE IN THE
CORRESPONDING FITTING.
04_29
• Refit the battery compartment cover and tighten the two screws «2».
• Refit the two mats «1» making sure the clamps fit in their fittings.
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MAIN FUSES DISTRIBUTION
20A Fuse «6» Direct positive (voltage regulator,
instrument panel, ignition switch
and plug socket fuse)
15A Fuse «9» Plug socket power supply
20 A Fuse «7» Spare Parts
AUXILIARY FUSES DISTRIBUTION

15 A Fuse «4» From ignition switch to all light
loads, license plate light,
intermittence and horn.
15A Fuse «5» Ignition /injection and start-up

power supply
15 A Fuse «8» Spare Parts
Lamps
CAUTION
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FIRE HAZARD. FUEL OR ANY OTHER FLAMMABLE SUBSTANCES MUST NOT

BE CLOSE TO ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS.
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CAUTION
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BEFORE REPLACING A BULB, TURN THE IGNITION SWITCH TO «KEY OFF»
AND WAIT A FEW MINUTES FOR THE BULB TO COOL OFF.
WEAR CLEAN GLOVES OR USE A CLEAN DRY CLOTH TO REPLACE THE
BULB.
DO NOT LEAVE PRINTS ON THE BULB AS THIS MAY CAUSE IT TO OVERHEAT
OR EVEN BLOW OUT. IF YOU TOUCH THE BULB WITHOUT WEARING GLOVES,
CLEAN OFF PRINTS WITH ALCOHOL TO AVOID DAMAGING THE BULB.
DO NOT FORCE ELECTRICAL CABLES.
NOTE
BEFORE REPLACING A BULB, CHECK THE FUSES.
BULBS/WARNING LIGHTS
(*) Cannot be replaced
High/low beam bulb 12 V 60/55 W H4
Tail light bulb 12V - 5W
Front and rear turn indicator bulbs 12V - 10 W (RY amber bulb)
License plate light bulb 12V - 5W
Rear daylight running light /stop 12V - 5/21W

light bulb
Instrument panel lighting bulb (*) LED
Turn indicator warning light (*) LED
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High beam warning light (*) LED
Low fuel warning light (*) LED
Engine oil pressure warning light LED

(*)
Electronic fuel injection check LED

warning light (*)
Front light group (04_31, 04_32, 04_33, 04_34, 04_35, 04_36,

04_37, 04_38)
In the headlamp there are:
• One low/high beam light bulb «1»;
• One tail light bulb «2»;
For replacement:
• Use a screwdriver to remove the caps «3»;
• Undo the two screws «4» and remove the upper frame «5»;
• Undo the three screws «6 and remove the windshield;
04_31
• Undo the eight screws «7» and remove the rear handlebar cover;
CAUTION

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04_32 CAUTION
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04_33
04_34
04_35
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LOW-/HIGH BEAM LIGHT BULB
• Hold the electric connector «8» and unhook it from the bulb holder;
CAUTION
DO NOT PULL THE ELECTRICAL CABLES WHEN TAKING OUT THE BULB
ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR.
04_36
• Remove the plastic gasket «9»;

• Release the clip «10»;
• Take out the bulb holder «11» and replace it with another one of the same
type;
04_37
TAIL LIGHT BULB

Hold the bulb holder «12» and take it out of its fitting;
CAUTION
DO NOT PULL THE ELECTRICAL CABLES WHEN TAKING OUT THE BULB
HOLDER.
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Take out the tail light bulb «13» and replace it with another one of the same
type;
Headlight adjustment (04_39, 04_40)

For a quick check of the correct direction of the front light beams, place the vehicle
ten metres from a vertical wall and make sure the ground is level.
Turn on the low beam light, sit on the vehicle and check that the light beam projected
to the wall is a little below the headlight horizontal straight line (about 9/10 of the total
height).
04_39
To adjust the light beam:

• Use a screwdriver to operate on the specific screw «1» located below the
rear handlebar cover.
TIGHTEN the screw (clockwise) to raise the light beam.
UNDO the screw (anticlockwise) to lower the light beam.
04_40
Front direction indicators (04_41, 04_42, 04_43)

To change the oil:
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NOTE
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION REFERS TO ONLY ONE INDICATOR BUT IT
APPLIES TO BOTH.
• Unscrew and remove the screw «1» in order to take out the turn indicator
from its fitting.
CAUTION
04_41
• Remove the protective glass «2» by undoing the screw «3».

• Press the bulb «4» moderately and turn it anticlockwise.
NOTE
IF THE BULB HOLDER «5» STICKS OUT ITS FITTING, INSERT IT AGAIN COR-
RECTLY.
04_42
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04_43
• Take out the bulb from its fitting.

NOTE
INSERT THE BULB IN THE BULB HOLDER SO THAT THE TWO GUIDING PINS
COINCIDE WITH THEIR GUIDES ON THE BULB HOLDER.
• Install a bulb of the same type adequately.

When refitting the bulb:
NOTE
POSITION THE PROTECTIVE GLASS «2» CORRECTLY IN ITS FITTING.
NOTE
TIGHTEN THE SCREWS «1» AND «3» CAREFULLY AND SLIGHTLY TO AVOID
DAMAGING THE PROTECTIVE GLASS «2».
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Rear optical unit (04_44, 04_45)
In the rear light there are:
- one tail light/stop light bulb «1»;
- two rear turn indicator bulbs «2».
To replace the bulbs:
• Remove the tail light glass «3» by undoing the four screws «4».
04_44 TAIL LIGHT / STOP LIGHT BULB

• Press the bulb «1» slightly and turn it anticlockwise.
• Take out the bulb from its fitting.
04_45
NOTE
INSERT THE BULB IN THE BULB HOLDER SO THAT THE TWO GUIDING PINS
COINCIDE WITH THEIR GUIDES ON THE BULB HOLDER.
• Install a bulb of the same type adequately.

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REAR TURN INDICATOR BULB

• To take out the bulbs of the turn indicator, turn:
- the left bulb CLOCKWISE;
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- the right bulb ANTICLOCKWISE.
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NOTE
UPON REFITTING, PLACE THE FAIRING OF THE REAR LIGHT «3» CORRECTLY
INTO PLACE.
CAUTION
TIGHTEN THE SCREWS «4» CAREFULLY AND SLIGHTLY TO AVOID DAMAG-
ING THE TAIL LIGHT GLASS «3».
Number plate light (04_46)

To remove the bulb:
• Unscrew and remove the screw "8".
• Remove the license plate bulb support «9».
• Remove and replace the bulb «10» with another of the same type.
04_46
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Rear-view mirrors (04_47)
To remove the mirrors:
• Unscrew the lock nut «1»;
• Slide off the rear-view mirror «2».
To adjust the mirror, hold it and turn until it is adjusted to the adequate angle.
04_47
Front and rear disc brake (04_48, 04_49, 04_50, 04_51)
NOTE
THIS MOTORCYCLE IS FITTED WITH FRONT AND REAR DISC BRAKES WITH
INDEPENDENT HYDRAULIC CIRCUITS. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION RE-
FERS TO ONE BRAKING CIRCUIT BUT IS VALID FOR BOTH.
04_48
CAUTION
BRAKES ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT COMPONENTS TO ENSURE SAFETY
AND THEREFORE THEY HAVE TO BE ALWAYS IN PERFECT CONDITIONS;
CHECK THEM BEFORE EVERY RIDE.
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A DIRTY DISC SMEARS THE PADS RESULTING IN POOR BRAKING. REPLACE

DIRTY PADS AND CLEAN A DIRTY DISC USING A TOP-QUALITY DEGREASING
PRODUCT.
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Pad wear check
Check brake pad wear following the instructions on the scheduled maintenance table
and according to the engine capacity. Disc brake pad wear depend on the use, the
riding style and the roads.
CAUTION
CHECK BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR MAINLY BEFORE EACH RIDE.
To carry out a quick pad check:

• Carry out a visual inspection of brake disc and pads.
With a lamp and a mirror, proceed:
Front brake calliper
- From the front bottom side for the left pad «A»;
- From the front top side for the right pad «B»
04_49 Rear brake calliper
- From the back top side for both pads «C».
04_50
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Replace both brake pads when the friction material is worn (even if it is only one brake
pad) to about 1.5 mm.
CAUTION
EXCESSIVE WEAR OF THE FRICTION MATERIAL MAKES THE PAD METAL
SUPPORT GET INTO CONTACT WITH THE DISC, WHICH RESULTS IN A MET-
ALLIC NOISE AND SPARKS IN THE CALLIPER; THEREFORE, BRAKING EFFI-
CIENCY AND DISC SAFETY AND INTEGRITY ARE AT RISK.
CAUTION
04_51
TO CHANGE THE BRAKE PADS, PLEASE CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer.

IF YOU ARE ADEQUATELY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED, REFER TO THE IN-
STRUCTIONS IN THE WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY Offi-
cial Aprilia Dealer.
Inactivity of the vehicle (04_52)

Take some measures to avoid the side effects of not using the vehicle.
Also, carry out general maintenance and checks before garaging the vehicle as one
can forget to do so afterwards.
Proceed as follows:
• Empty the fuel tank and the carburettor completely.
• Remove the spark plug.
• Pour a teaspoonful (5 - 10 cm³) of engine oil into the cylinder.
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NOTE
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PLACE A CLEAN CLOTH ON THE CYLINDER NEXT TO THE SPARK PLUG SEAT
TO PROTECT IT FROM POTENTIAL OIL SPLASHES.
• Press the starter button for some seconds to distribute the oil evenly on the
cylinder surfaces.
• Remove the protection cloth.
• Refit the spark plug.
• Remove the battery.
• Wash and dry the motorcycle.
• Polish the painted surfaces.
• Inflate tyres.
• Place the motorcycle so that both tyres do not touch the ground using a spe-
cific support.
04_52 • Store the motorcycle in a cool, dry place, not exposed to sun rays and with
minimum temperature variations.
• Wrap and tie a plastic bag around the exhaust pipe openings to keep moisture
out.
• Do not use plastic or waterproof materials to cover the vehicle.
After storage
• Uncover and clean the vehicle.
• Check that the battery charge is OK and install the battery.
• Refill the fuel tank.
• Carry out the pre-ride checks.
CAUTION
AS A TEST, RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE FOR A FEW KILOMETRES AT A MODER-

ATE SPEED AND AWAY FROM TRAFFIC AREAS.
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Cleaning the vehicle
Clean the motorcycle frequently if exposed to adverse conditions, such as:
• Air pollution (cities and industrial areas)
• Salinity and humidity in the atmosphere (seashore areas, hot and wet weath-
er).
• Special environmental/seasonal conditions (use of salt, anti-icing chemical
products on the roads in winter).
• Make sure to clean off any industrial residue or polluting dirt as well as remove
tar stains, dead insects, bird droppings, etc.
• Avoid parking your motorcycle under trees; in some seasons, as from the
trees may fall residues, resins, fruits or leaves that contain chemicals which
are harmful to the paintwork.
CAUTION
AFTER CLEANING YOUR MOTORCYCLE, BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE TEM-

PORARILY AFFECTED DUE TO THE PRESENCE OF WATER ON THE FRICTION
SURFACES OF THE BRAKING CIRCUIT. ALLOW LONGER BRAKING DISTAN-
CES TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS. BRAKE REPEATEDLY TO RESTORE NORMAL
OPERATION. CARRY OUT THE PRE-RIDE CHECKS.
To clean off dirt and mud deposited from painted surfaces, soften caked dirt with a
low-pressure water jet. Sponge off using a car body sponge soaked in a car body
shampoo and water solution (2 - 4% parts of shampoo in water).
Then rinse with plenty of water, and dry with a chamois leather. To clean the engine
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outer parts, use degreasing detergent, brushes and old cloths.
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CAUTION
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TO CLEAN THE HEADLIGHTS USE A SPONGE SOAKED IN WATER AND MILD
DETERGENT, RUBBING THE SURFACE GENTLY AND RINSING FREQUENTLY
WITH PLENTY OF WATER.
REMEMBER TO CLEAN THE VEHICLE CAREFULLY BEFORE ANY POLISHING
WITH SILICON WAX.
DO NOT USE ABRASIVE PASTES TO POLISH MATT FINISH PAINTWORK.
THE VEHICLE SHOULD NEVER BE WASHED IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT, ESPECIAL-
LY DURING SUMMER, WITH THE BODYWORK STILL HOT, AS THE SHAMPOO
CAN DAMAGE THE PAINTWORK IF IT DRIES BEFORE BEING RINSED OFF.
DO NOT USE LIQUIDS AT TEMPERATURES OVER 40 °C WHEN CLEANING
PLASTIC PARTS OF THE VEHICLE.
DO NOT AIM HIGH PRESSURE AIR/WATER JETS OR STEAM JETS DIRECTLY
TO THE FOLLOWING PARTS: WHEEL HUBS, CONTROLS ON THE RIGHT AND
LEFT SIDES OF THE HANDLEBAR, BEARINGS, BRAKE PUMPS, INSTRUMENTS
AND GAUGES, MUFFLER EXHAUST, GLOVE-BOX/TOOL KIT COMPARTMENT,
IGNITION SWITCH /STEERING LOCK, RADIATOR FINS, FUEL TANK CAP,
HEADLAMPS AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.
DO NOT USE ALCOHOL, PETROL OR SOLVENTS TO CLEAN RUBBER AND
PLASTIC PARTS. USE ONLY WATER AND NEUTRAL SOAP INSTEAD. DO NOT
USE SOLVENTS OR PETROL BY-PRODUCTS (ACETONE, TRICHLOROETHY-
LENE, TURPENTINE, PETROL, THINNERS) TO CLEAN THE SADDLE. USE IN-
STEAD DETERGENTS WITH SURFACE ACTIVE AGENTS NOT EXCEEDING 5%
(NEUTRAL SOAP, DEGREASING DETERGENTS) OR ALCOHOL. DRY THE SAD-
DLE WELL AFTER CLEANING.
CAUTION
DO NOT APPLY PROTECTIVE WAX ON THE SADDLE AS IT MAY BECOME SLIP-
PERY.
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Transport
CAUTION
BEFORE TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE, EMPTY THE FUEL TANK WELL AND
MAKE SURE IT IS PERFECTLY DRY.
DURING TRANSPORT, THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE AT ALL TIMES UPRIGHT AND
WELL ANCHORED SO AS TO AVOID FUEL, OIL OR COOLANT LEAKS.
IN CASE OF FAILURE, DO NOT HAVE THE MOTORCYCLE TOWED. ASK FOR
AN ADEQUATE ASSISTANCE.
EMPTYING THE FUEL TANK

CAUTION
FIRE HAZARD.
WAIT UNTIL THE ENGINE AND THE MUFFLER ARE COLD.
FUEL VAPOURS ARE HARMFUL TO HEALTH.
BEFORE ANY OPERATION, MAKE SURE THAT THE ROOM WHERE YOU ARE
HAS ADEQUATE AIR VENTILATION.
DO NOT INHALE FUEL VAPOURS.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF FUEL INTO THE ENVIRONMENT.
• Rest the vehicle on its centre stand.

• Shut off the engine and wait until it cools off.
• Get a container, with more capacity than the fuel in the tank, and put it on the
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ground to the left of the vehicle.

• Remove the fuel tank cap.
• Use a hand-operated pump or a similar system to empty the fuel tank. Take
care not to damage the pump unit (probe checking fuel level in the tank).
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CAUTION
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AFTER EMPTYING THE TANK, REFIT THE FUEL TANK CAP.
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Technical data
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VEHICLE TECHNICAL DATA
Max. length 2040 mm
Max. width 720 mm
Max. height (to windshield) 1372 mm
Saddle height 810 mm
Wheelbase 1391 mm
Minimum ground clearance 145 mm
Weight in running order (kerb 154 kg

weight)
Engine oil (Engine oil change and 1000 cm³

engine oil filter replacement)
Transmission oil 200 cm³
Coolant 1.15 l (50% water + 50% ethylene

glycol antifreeze fluid)
Seats 2
Vehicle max. load (rider + 210 kg

passenger + luggage)
Gearbox automatic continuous variator

5 Technical data
Transmission V-belt and gear reduction unit.
Chassis type High-strength steel tubular

chassis, single spar at the front,
superimposed double cradle at the
rear.
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Steering rake 26.5°
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Front suspension Hydraulic action telescopic fork
Front suspension travel 104 mm
Rear suspension hydraulic action double-acting

shock absorber, adjustable
preloading
Rear suspension travel 80 mm
Front disc Ø 260 mm disc brake with

hydraulic transmission
Rear drum Ø 220-mm disc brake with

hydraulic transmission
Wheel rims Light alloy rims
Front wheel rim 2.50 x 16''
Rear wheel rim 3.00 x 16''
Tyre type Without inner tube (Tubeless)
Front tyre 100/80 - 16'' 50 P
Rear tyre 120/80 - 16'' 60 P
Front tyre standard inflation 200 kPa (2.0 bar)

pressure
Rear tyre standard inflation 200 kPa (2.0 bar)

pressure
Front tyre standard inflation 210 kPa (2.1 bar)

pressure with passenger
Rear tyre standard inflation 220 kPa (2.2 bar)

pressure with passenger
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Battery 12V - 10 Ah
FUSES 20 - 15 - 15 - 15 A
Alternator (permanent magnet 12 V - 330W at 8000 rpm

type)
ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA

Engine model BB01 (125)
CB01 (200)
Engine type Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4 valves,

wet sump forced lubrication
system, double overhead
camshaft.
Total engine capacity 124.2 cm³ (125)

180.8 cm³ (200)
Bore / stroke 58 mm x 47 mm (125)

63 mm x 58 mm (200)
Compression ratio 12.0 ± 0.5 : 1 (125)

11.6 ± 0.5 : 1 (200)
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Starter Electrical
Idle speed 1900 ± 100 rpm (125)

1800 ± 100 rpm (200)
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Clutch Automatic centrifugal dry clutch
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Gearbox Automatic
Cooling forced-circulation air cooling driven

by a centrifugal pump
Fuel system Electronic injection.
Throttle body diffuser Ø 32 mm
Fuel Premium unleaded petrol,

minimum octane rating of 95
(NORM) and 85 (NOMM)
Ignition type Electronic
Spark plug NGK PMR9B
BULBS/WARNING LIGHTS
(*) Cannot be replaced
High/low beam bulb 12 V 60/55 W H4
Tail light bulb 12V - 5W
Front and rear turn indicator bulbs 12V - 10 W (RY amber bulb)
License plate light bulb 12V - 5W
Rear daylight running light /stop 12V - 5/21W

light bulb
Instrument panel lighting bulb (*) LED
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Turn indicator warning light (*) LED
High beam warning light (*) LED
Low fuel warning light (*) LED
Engine oil pressure warning light LED

(*)
Electronic fuel injection check LED

warning light (*)
Kit equipment (05_01)

The tool kit «3» is located in the specific housing, in the glove-box.
Open the glove-box.
The tools supplied are:
• toolkit pouch;
• multiple screwdriver (crosshead and plain slot);
• 16 mm box-spanner;
• shock absorber adjustment wrench:
05_01 • 4 mm spanner for Allen screws.
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Chap. 06
Programmed
maintenance
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Scheduled maintenance table
CAUTION
FIRE HAZARD.
FUEL OR ANY OTHER INFLAMMABLE SUBSTANCES MUST NOT BE CLOSE TO
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS.
BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE OPERATION OR INSPECTION ON THE MOTOR-
CYCLE, SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND REMOVE THE KEY. WAIT UNTIL THE
ENGINE AND THE EXHAUST SYSTEM ARE COLD, IF POSSIBLE LIFT THE
SCOOTER WITH A SPECIFIC TOOL ON A FIRM AND LEVEL GROUND.
BEFORE ANY OPERATION, MAKE SURE THAT THE ROOM WHERE YOU ARE
HAS ADEQUATE AIR VENTILATION.
TO AVOID BURNS BE SPECIALLY CAREFUL WITH HOT ENGINE AND EXHAUST
SYSTEM PARTS.
DO NOT HOLD ANY MECHANICAL OR OTHER MOTORCYCLE PARTS WITH
YOUR MOUTH: MOTORCYCLE COMPONENT ARE NOT EDIBLE, ON THE CON-
TRARY SOME OF THEM ARE HARMFUL AND EVEN TOXIC.
NOTE
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UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED, REFIT THE UNITS FOLLOWING THE RE-

MOVAL STEPS BUT IN REVERSE ORDER.
WEAR LATEX GLOVES.
In general terms, routine maintenance operations can be carried out by the owner; in
some cases it is necessary to use specific tools and have some technical knowledge.
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For servicing or technical advice, consult an Official aprilia Dealer for prompt and
accurate service.
Ask your Official aprilia Dealer to test the vehicle on the road after a repair but none-
theless, personally carry out the Pre-ride Checks after a maintenance operation.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Adequate maintenance is fundamental to ensuring long-lasting, optimum operation
and performance of your vehicle.
For this purpose, Aprilia offers a set of checks and maintenance services (at the own-
er's expense), which are included in the summary table shown on the following page.
Any minor faults should be reported without delay to any Official Aprilia Dealer with-
out waiting until the next scheduled service to solve it.
Punctual vehicle servicing is necessary for the correct use of the guarantee. For further
information concerning Warranty procedures and Scheduled Maintenance, please
refer to the Warranty Booklet.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE TABLE

Km x 1,000 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60
Driven pulley roller casing L L L L L
Safety fasteners I I I I I I
Plastic bushing in variator cover R R R R R
Clutch bell C C C C C C C C C C
Spark plug R R R R R
Drive belt R R R R R
Throttle control A A A A A A
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Km x 1,000 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60
Air filter C C C C C C C C C C
Transmission cover air deflector filter I I I I I
Engine oil filter R R R R R R
Valve clearance A A A A A
Braking systems I I I I I I I I I I I
Electrical system and battery I I I I I I
Brake fluid ** I I I I I I
Coolant level** I I I I I I
Hub oil R I R I R I
Engine oil* R I R I R I R I R I R
Headlight direction adjustment A A A A A
Sliding shoes / CVT rollers R R R R R
Vehicle road test I I I I I I
Variator front movable half-pulley I I I I I
Radiator C C C
Wheels/ tyres I I I I I I I I I I I
Suspension I I I I I
Steering I I I I I I
Transmission L L L L L
Fuel pipes*** I I I I I I
I: INSPECT AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY
108
C: CLEAN, R: REPLACE, A: ADJUST, L: LUBRICATE
* Check level every 3,000 km
** Replace every 2 years
*** Replace every 4 years
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE

Product Description Specifications
AGIP TEC 4T, SAE 10W-40 Engine oil 10W-40
AGIP GEAR SYNTH SAE 75W-90 Gearbox oil API GL4, GL5
AGIP FORK 7.5W Fork oil
AGIP GREASE SM2 Lithium grease with molybdenum for bearings NLGI 2
and other points needing lubrication
AGIP BRAKE 4 Brake fluid FMVSS DOT4+
AGIP PERMANENT SPEZIAL Coolant Ready for use mixed biodegradable coolant
with "long life" technology and characteristics
(red). Freezing protection up to -40°C.
Compliant with CUNA 956-16 standard.
AGIP FILTER OIL Oil for air filter sponge -
NEUTRAL GREASE OR PETROLEUM JELLY BATTERY POLES -
109
110
Chap. 07
Special fittings
111
Sidestand (07_01, 07_02)
The side stand is optional.
To access the fitting point:
• Undo the screw «1» of the cap 2» of the spoiler on the left of the vehicle;
• Remove the cap «2».
07_01
07_02
Luggage rack
The case plate and three different case models are optional:
- New Concept;
7 Special fittings
- City;
- Ovetto;
112
Windscreen (07_03)
7 Special fittings
The windshield is supplied as optional.
• If replacing the glass of the optional high windshield is required, first fit the
high instrument panel frame supplied with the vehicle in the place of the in-
strument panel upper frame.
07_03
113
7 Special fittings
114
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A H Mirrors: 90
Air filter: 63, 64 Headlight: 85
Horn: 25
Hub oil: 58 R
B rear-view mirrors: 90
Battery: 72, 76
Brake: 69, 90 I
Identification: 28 S
Instrument panel: 16 Saddle: 27
D Scheduled maintenance:
Disc brake: 90 106
Display: 21 K Shock absorber: 36
Key switch: 22 Spark plug: 60
Stand: 47
E Start-up: 26
Engine oil: 54, 55, 57, 58 L
Light switch: 25
Luggage rack: 112 T
F Technical data: 99
Fuses: 77 Tyres: 59
M
Maintenance: 53, 105, 106
Maintenance Table: 106
115
THE VALUE OF SERVICE
As a result of continuous technical updates and specific mechanic training programs for Aprilia products, only Aprilia Official Network mechanics know this vehicle fully and have the special tools
necessary to carry out maintenance and repair operations correctly.
The reliability of the vehicle also depends on its mechanical state. Checking the vehicle before riding, its regular maintenance and using only Original Aprilia Spare Parts are essential!
For information about the nearest Official Dealer and/or Service Centre, consult the Yellow Pages or search directly on the inset map in our Official Website:
www.aprilia.com
Only by requesting Aprilia Original Spare Parts can you be sure of purchasing products that were developed and tested during the actual vehicle design stage. All Aprilia Original Spare Parts undergo
quality control procedures to guarantee reliability and durability.
The descriptions and illustrations given in this publication are not binding; While the basic characteristics as described and illustrated in this booklet remain unchanged, Aprilia reserves the right, at any
time and without being required to update this publication beforehand, to make any changes to components, parts or accessories, which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are
required for manufacturing or construction reasons.
Not all versions/models shown in this publication are available in all Countries. The availability of individual versions/models should be confirmed with the official Aprilia sales network.
© Copyright 2009- Aprilia. All rights reserved. Reproduction of this publication in whole or in part is prohibited. Aprilia - After sales service.
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SCARABEO 125 i.e - 200 i.e.

Safeguarding the environment

The incomplete or non-observance of these regulations leads to the risk of serious

GENERAL RULES....................................................................... 7 MAINTENANCE........................................................................... 53

Contact your nearest vehicle disposal centre or the following organisations.

21. Ignition switch/steering lock/saddle opening

Analogue instrument panel (02_04)

INSTRUMENT AND GAUGE DESCRIPTION

High beam warning light «1»

Turn indicator warning light «2»

Fuel gauge «3»

Coolant high temperature warning light «6»

Coolant temperature gauge «7»

IF THE TEMPERATURE EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM ALLOWED FOR A LONG

Engine oil pressure warning light «8»

Multifunction indicator «9»

Service icon «10»

Digital clock «11»

Electronic fuel injection check warning light «12»

Digital lcd display (02_05, 02_06)

Key switch (02_08, 02_09)

Locking the steering wheel (02_10)

To lock the steering:

Switch direction indicators (02_11)

Light switch (02_13)

PASSING button «C»

Mapping selection (02_15)

Opening the saddle (02_17, 02_18)

BEFORE SETTING OFF, MAKE SURE THAT THE SADDLE IS CORRECTLY

Identification (02_19, 02_20)

ALTERING IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS CAN BE SERIOUSLY PUNISHED BY

Engine No.: ...............................................

Rear top box opening (02_21)

DO NOT HANG BULKY BAGS OR PACKAGES ON THE HOOK TO AVOID OB-

BEFORE RIDING, ALWAYS PERFORM A PRELIMINARY CHECK OF THE VEHI-

Brake levers Check they function smoothly.

Throttle grip Check that the throttle functions

Wheels/ tyres Check that tyres are in good

condition. Check inflation pressure

Steering Check that the rotation is uniform,

Centre stand Check that it works smoothly and it

Clamping elements Check that the clamping elements

Fuel tank Check the coolant level and refill if

Coolant Fluid level inside the expansion

Lights, warning lights, injection Check the correct operation of the

Injection pump Check that it works properly.

FUEL USED TO DRIVE EXPLOSION ENGINES IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE AND

DO NOT DISPOSE OF FUEL INTO THE ENVIRONMENT.

TO HAVE THE FRONT SUSPENSION OIL CHANGED TAKE YOUR MOTORCY-

ALWAYS SIGNAL CHANGES IN DIRECTION WITH THE APPROPRIATE DEVICES

AFTER THE FIRST 1000 KM (625 MILES) IN OPERATION, PERFORM THE

Starting up the engine (03_04, 03_05, 03_06)

EXHAUST FUMES CONTAIN CARBON MONOXIDE, AN EXTREMELY HARMFUL

• Turn key «3».

WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING

DO NOT SET OFF SUDDENLY WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD.

Precautions (03_07, 03_08, 03_09)

WITH THE VEHICLE AT A STANDSTILL, PRACTICE USING THE REAR-VIEW

DO NOT ACCELERATE AND DECELERATE REPEATEDLY AND CONTINUOUS-