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PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU
for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the very best from your vehicle. 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 scooter and it will serve you
well for a long time to come. This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle; should the vehicle be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner.
X10 500ie Executive
Ed. 01_09/2012

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  • Page 1 PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the very best from your vehicle. 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.
  • Page 2 The instructions given in this manual are intended to provide a clear, simple guide to using your vehicle; this booklet also details routine maintenance procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an authorised Dealer or Service Centre. The booklet also contains instructions for simple repairs.
  • Page 3 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INDEX VEHICLE..................Predisposed for installation of accessories....... 46 Dashboard................USE....................47 Analogue instrument panel............10 Checks..................48 Clock..................13 Refuelling.................. 48 Digital lcd display..............13 Tyre pressure................50 Maintenance icons..............21 Shock absorbers adjustment............ 51 Setting the outside temperature display........ 22 Running in.................
  • Page 6 Headlight adjustment............. 88 Front direction indicators............91 Rear optical unit................ 92 Rear turn indicators..............93 Number plate light..............94 Helmet compartment lighting bulb..........95 Rear-view mirrors..............95 Front and rear disc brake............96 Puncture..................97 Periods of inactivity..............98 Cleaning the vehicle..............98 Troubleshooting................

  • Page 7: Vehicle

    X10 500ie Executive Chap. 01 Vehicle...

  • Page 8: Dashboard

    Dashboard (01_01) 01_01...
  • Page 9 A = Ignition key-switch B = Fuel tank door opening button C = Saddle opening button D = Hazard switch E= ASR button F = Dashboard left glove-box G = Horn button H = Rear brake lever I = Turn indicator switch L = Passing button M = Headlight switch N = Instrument panel...

  • Page 10: Analogue Instrument Panel

    Z = Rear suspension preloading adjustment buttons Analogue instrument panel (01_02)
  • Page 11 01_02 A - Fuel gauge B - Speedometer...
  • Page 12 C - Fuel reserve warning light D - Insufficient oil pressure warning light E - Engine not startable warning light F - Low beam warning light G - Turn indicator warning light H - Hazard warning light I - Immobilizer LED L - Engine control telltale light and engine failure warning light M - ABS warning light N - ASR warning light...

  • Page 13: Clock

    Clock (01_03) The clock displays, when the vehicle key is set to the «KEY ON» position, hours and minutes, as per manual setting, in the «hh:mm» format. Set the correct time as described in «Hours/minutes function setting ». WARNING FOR SAFETY REASONS THE TIME SETTING IS ONLY POSSIBLE WITH THE VE- HICLE AT A STANDSTILL.
  • Page 14 The digital display can be divided into five main zones, within which the functions and settings are developed: - indication of temperature and ice warning «4»; - maintenance icon «5»; - clock «6»; - information about speed, instantaneous and average travel, autonomy and battery voltage «7»;...
  • Page 15 DISPLAY NAVIGATION MAIN MENU The display navigation is developed mainly on the three main menu screen pages: - «TOTAL»: is the totalizer screen page and shows the total information stored from the beginning of the first start of the vehicle; - «TRIP A»: is the screen page of the first partial value to be stored;...
  • Page 16 The «TRIP A» screen page in the central area of the display allows to check, in se- quence: - travel indicated in «km/l» or in «mi/gal»; - average travel calculated starting from the statistics start «TRIP A», expressed in «km/l» or in «mi/gal»; - residual estimated autonomy expressed in «km»...
  • Page 17 Same function as the short press of the «ODO/TRIP» button. LONG PRESS OF THE «MODE» BUTTON From any function of any screen page, pressing and holding the «MODE» button switches to the «travel» of the respective screen page of the main menu. BRIEF PRESS OF «ODO/TRIP»...
  • Page 18 - Navigating on the display as described, the total «AVG» average speed of TRIP A or TRIP B can be displayed, depending on the menu consulted. 01_09 - Navigating on the display as described, the total «MAX» maximum speed reached of TRIP A or TRIP B can be displayed, depending on the menu consulted.
  • Page 19 The travel is displayed only if the speed is greater than 5 km/h (3 mph), otherwise the symbol «--.-» is displayed. The average distance is also calculated with the vehicle stopped, but turned on. In the case of resetting data with the «ODO/TRIP» button, the average travel will be indicated after travelling at least 0.1 km (0.1 mi).
  • Page 20 - with a brief press of the «MODE» button, it is possible to change the desired meas- urement, that will stop flashing; - with a long press of the «SET» button the choice is confirmed and it is possible to repeat the operation for other sizes.

  • Page 21: Maintenance Icons

    REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ADJUSTMENT ICON The rear shock absorber adjustment icon indicates the adjustment status of the rear suspension preloading. 01_16 Press on the «UP» and «DOWN» buttons, after setting the key to «ON», to increase or decrease the rear shock absorber preloading. 01_17 Maintenance icons (01_18) The maintenance icon flashes for five seconds each time the vehicle is turned on after...

  • Page 22: Setting The Outside Temperature Display

    OTHERWISE MAKE THE FIRST CHECK, AS DEFINED AND DETERMINED BY PERIODIC MAINTENANCE TABLE, AT A DISTANCE OF 1000 km. Setting the outside temperature display (01_19) The outside temperature indication is shown on the left of the display, in «°C» or «° F»...

  • Page 23: Mode* Button

    If, during the adjustment procedure, the «SET» button is not pressed for a time longer than ten seconds, the procedure is interrupted and clock value remains the same as before the adjustment; repeat the adjustment operations. WARNING FOR SAFETY REASONS THE TIME SETTING IS ONLY POSSIBLE WITH THE VE- HICLE AT A STANDSTILL.

  • Page 24: Key Switch

    • TRIP B - Travel (km/l) - AVG Average travel (km/l) - Estimated residual autonomy (km) - Trip Time: chronometer (hh:mm) - AVG average speed (km/h) - MAX maximum speed reached (km/h) - Battery voltage (V) Pressing and holding the «ODO/TRIP» button in the «TRIP A» and «TRIP B» screen pages, allows to reset all counters for that TRIP.

  • Page 25: Locking The Steering Wheel

    Locking the steering wheel (01_25) Turn the handlebar to the left (as far as it will go), turn the key to «LOCK» and remove the key. 01_25 Releasing the steering wheel (01_26) Reinsert the key and turn it to «OFF». 01_26...

  • Page 26: Switch Direction Indicators

    Switch direction indicators (01_27) Move switch «A» to the left to indicate a left turn; move switch «A» to the right to indicate a right turn. Push the central part of switch «A» to deactivate the turn indica- tors. 01_27 Horn button (01_28) Press the «A»...

  • Page 27: Light Switch

    Light switch (01_29) If the light switch «A» is set to «1», the low beam light is turned on; if it is set to «2» the high beam is activated. Press the «B» button to activate the low beam light flashing (passing). 01_29 Emergency flashing light button (01_30) It enables the activation of the four turn indicators simultaneously.

  • Page 28: Start-Up Button

    Start-up button (01_31, 01_32) Make sure the engine stop switch«A» is in the Run «1» position that the side stand is in a raised position. To start the engine, pull either one of the two brake levers and press the starter button «B».

  • Page 29: System Abs

    CAUTION WHILE RIDING OPERATE THE ENGINE STOP SWITCH ONLY IN CASE OF EMER- GENCY. System ABS (01_34, 01_35) The vehicle is equipped with a locking ABS system on the wheels. A: Tone wheel B: Speed sensor • ABS: It is a hydraulic - electronic device that limits the pressure within the braking circuit when a sensor, located on the wheel, detects its tendency to lock.

  • Page 30: System Asr

    GARAGE FLOOR TILES AFTER HAVING RIDDEN ON WET ROADS OR SIMILAR SITUATIONS) N.B. THE ABS WARNING LIGHT TURNS ON AND STAYS ON UNTIL REACHING 5 KM/ CAUTION IN THE EVENT OF MALFUNCTION OF THE BATTERY, THE ABS - ASR SYSTEM TURNS OFF System ASR (01_36, 01_37) ASR SYSTEM...
  • Page 31 FOR THE CALIBRATION OF THE CONTROL UNIT PERFORM THE PROCEDURE BELOW. • SWITCH «1»: on / off. • WARNING LIGHT «2»: operating indication warning light. Flashing mode: - Off with the vehicle in gear: the system is working, but is not active (normal condition). - Flashing quickly with moving vehicle: the system is up and running (conditions of low grip and intervention to reduce engine power);...
  • Page 32 WARNING THE ASR SYSTEM IS ACTIVATED AT EVERY «ON» POSITIONING OF THE IG- NITION SWITCH. IF DISABLED BY THE USER, THE ASR SYSTEM KEEPS THE STATE OF INAC- TIVITY ONLY IF THE VEHICLE IS OFF, BY USING THE ENGINE STOP SWITCH; AT THE NEXT KEY ON THE ASR SYSTEM IS ENABLED AUTOMATICALLY.
  • Page 33 N.B. THE DEVICE PREVENTS IMPRESSING ON THE REAR HIGH SPEED ROTATION WHEEL WITH THE VEHICLE ON THE CENTRE STAND. IT IS RECOMMENDED NOT TO INSIST WITH THE THROTTLE GRIP IN THIS PARTICULAR CONDITION. CAUTION A POOR STATE OF MAINTENANCE OF THE TYRES CAN RESULT IN ABNOR- MAL OPERATION OF THE ASR SYSTEM.

  • Page 34: The Immobilizer System

    IF NECESSARY, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE. The immobilizer system In order to enhance theft protection, the vehicle is equipped with a «PIAGGIO IMMO- BILIZER » electronic engine locking device that is activated automatically when the ignition switch is removed. Upon start-up, the «PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER» system checks the starter key, and only if this key is recognised will the Immobiliser system allow the vehicle to be started.

  • Page 35: Keys

    Keys (01_38, 01_39, 01_40) The vehicle is supplied with two types of keys. The «A» key with a brown grip and the "MASTER" key. Only a single copy of this key is supplied, which is necessary to pro- gram all your other keys and for your dealer to perform some maintenance operations. We therefore recommend that it be used only under exceptional circumstances.

  • Page 36: Immobilizer Device Enabled Indicator Led

    Immobilizer device enabled indicator led (01_41) The activation of the «PIAGGIO IMMOBILISER» system is signalled by the a flashing indicator «A». In order to reduce battery discharge, the indicator LED turns off automatically after 48 hours of uninterrupted functioning. Should the system fail, different LED flashing patterns will provide the Authorised Service Centre with information on the type of fault detected.

  • Page 37: Programming The Immobilizer System

    FERRED TO THE NEW OWNER. Programming the immobilizer system (01_42) Below is described the procedure to follow for programming the PIAGGIO IMMOBIL- ISER system and/or for storing other key codes. The programming procedure should be carried out with the engine stop switch set to «RUN».

  • Page 38: Accessing The Fuel Tank

    FINAL STAGE After extracting the key to be programmed «B», insert the «MASTER» key «A» again and turn it to «ON» (perform this operation within the 10 seconds following the ex- traction of the previous key). Leave it in this position for 1 to 3 seconds and return it to «OFF».
  • Page 39 Opening from the dashboard • To open the tank door, with the key inserted in the «OFF» or «ON» positions, press the appropriate button «A» positioned on the dashboard. 01_43 Opening from the glove-box • To open the tank door, with the key inserted in the «OFF» or«ON» positions, press the key and open the glove-box.

  • Page 40: Power Supply Socket

    Power supply socket (01_46) There is a 12V socket inside the glove-box, on the right side. The socket can be used to feed appliances with power below 180 W (mobile phones, hand lamp, etc.). CAUTION 01_46 PROLONGED USE OF THE PLUG SOCKET MAY DISCHARGE THE BATTERY. CAUTION THE PLUG SOCKET WORKS ALSO WITH THE KEY IN THE «OFF»...
  • Page 41 Touch, Blackberry Pearl, Blackberry 8xxx AND IT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH MOTOROLA DEVICES. The USB socket is activated once the key is turned to the «ON» position. CAUTION PROLONGED USE OF THE PLUG SOCKET MAY RESULT IN PARTIAL DIS- CHARGE OF THE BATTERY USB S OCKET USB Socket...

  • Page 42: The Saddle

    The saddle (01_48, 01_49) The saddle is supplied with a protection cover which may be used in case of rain. The cover is normally housed within the front glove-box, on the right side. Fit the cover with the saddle raised, starting from the front; lower the saddle once the operation is complete.

  • Page 43: Opening The Side Panels

    01_51 Opening the side panels. (01_52) DASHBOARD LEFT GLOVE-BOX OPENING Turn the handlebars completely to the right, with the vehicle on the central stand and lift the door «A» of the compartment. The USB socket is positioned inside. 01_52 DASHBOARD RIGHT GLOVE-BOX OPENING Turn the handlebars completely to the left, with the vehicle on the central stand and lift the door «B»...

  • Page 44: Identification

    DO NOT STORE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE AFFECTED BY HUMIDITY OR THE ACTION OF ANY MATERIALS POURED ON THE DOORS, EVEN IF CLOSED. Identification (01_53, 01_54, 01_55) Identification registration numbers are made up of a prefix and a number, stamped on the chassis and on the engine.

  • Page 45: Rear Top Box Opening

    01_54 Engine number The engine number «B» is stamped near the rear left shock absorber lower support. 01_55 Rear top box opening (01_56) Insert the key into the switch and press down until the glove box opens. In the event that the switch is set to «LOCK»...

  • Page 46: Predisposed For Installation Of Accessories

    Inside of the front glove-box, there are: • toolkit; • 12V socket; • saddle emergency opening lever; • fuel tank emergency opening lever; • saddle cover. Predisposed for installation of accessories This vehicle is equipped with provision for installation of a satellite navigation system. Contact an Authorised Service Centre for more information and installation proce- dures.

  • Page 47: Use

    X10 500ie Executive Chap. 02...

  • Page 48: Checks

    Checks (02_01) Before using the vehicle, check: 1. That the fuel tank is full. 2. The front and rear brake fluid level. 3. That the tyres are properly inflated. 4. Correct functioning of daylight running lights, headlight, and turn indicators. 5.
  • Page 49 The reserve fuel level is indicated by the warning light on the instrument panel turned Once the door is opened as described, unscrew and remove the cap and refill. CAUTION SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE REFUELLING WITH PETROL. REFUEL ONLY WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RESTING ON ITS CENTRE STAND. 02_03 PETROL IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE.

  • Page 50: Tyre Pressure

    Characteristic Fuel tank 15.5 litres (2 l of which is reserve) Tyre pressure (02_05) Check tyre pressure and wear periodically as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table. Tyres feature wear indicators; replace tyres as soon as these indicators become visible on the tyre tread. Also check that the tyres do not show signs of splitting at the sides or irregular tread wear;...

  • Page 51: Shock Absorbers Adjustment

    TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Front tyre pressure (with 2.3 bar (2.3 bar) passenger) Rear tyre pressure (with 2.4 bar (2.6 bar) passenger) TYRES Front tyre 120/70-15" M/C 56S Tubeless Rear tyre 150/70-13" M/C 64S Tubeless Shock absorbers adjustment (02_06, 02_07, 02_08, 02_09, 02_10, 02_11, 02_12, 02_13) It is possible to electrically adjust the preloading of the rear shock absorber depending on the load transported.
  • Page 52 Press on the «UP» and «DOWN» buttons, after setting the key to «ON», to increase or decrease the rear shock absorber preloading. 02_07 On the display the preloading is visualised via the indicated icon. 02_08 The greater the number of turns shown, the lower the preloading of the shock ab- sorber: - minimum preloading: rider only - maximum preloading: rider, passenger, and luggage...
  • Page 53 CAUTION RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH THE SPRING PRELOADING NOT CORRECTLY SET FOR THE RIDER AND POSSIBLE PASSENGER, COULD REDUCE THE COM- FORT OF THE RIDE AND THE PRECISION OF THE STEERING. RESETTING THE ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM In case of failure with the key set to the «ON» position of the «UP» and «DOWN» buttons, and if the icon on the digital display flashes, it is necessary to reset the ad- justment system.

  • Page 54: Running In

    - The system proceeds to the resetting by performing a complete travel on the shock absorber, first in extension then in compression, by repositioning it to the lower stop and normalizing the indication on the digital display. 02_12 - set the switch to «OFF» position. 02_13 Running in (02_14) DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM.

  • Page 55: Starting Up The Engine

    CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE VEHICLE, PLEASE COMPLY WITH THE RULES LISTED ABOVE. Starting up the engine (02_15, 02_16, 02_17, 02_18, 02_19, 02_20) The vehicle is equipped with automatic transmission with direct drive, so that starting is effected by turning the throttle grip to idle speed; to start-off from stationary position, progressively twist the throttle grip.
  • Page 56 - Wait for the engine control telltale light to turn off. 02_17 - Make sure the engine stop switch «A» is in the RUN «1» position, that the stand is raised and that the «engine not startable» warning light is turned off. To start the engine, pull either one of the two brake levers «C-D»...

  • Page 57: Precautions

    COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS. WARNING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAKES THE REAR WHEEL TURN EVEN WHEN THE THROTTLE IS SLIGHTLY TWISTED. RELEASE THE BRAKE CARE- FULLY AFTER STARTING, AND THEN ACCELERATE GRADUALLY. 02_20 CAUTION DURING THE RUN-IN PERIOD, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE REAR WHEEL WITH THE ENGINE IDLE AND THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND, MAY TURN SLIGHTLY;...

  • Page 58: Stopping The Engine

    WARNING AFTER A LONG DISTANCE COVERED AT THE MAXIMUM SPEED, DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY, BUT LET IT RUN AT IDLE FOR A FEW SECONDS. Stopping the engine (02_21, 02_22) Fully untwist the throttle grip, then rotate the key in the switch «A » to «KEY OFF»...

  • Page 59: Stand

    Position the engine stop switch «B» to the «0» of OFF position. N.B. AFTER STOPPING THE ENGINE THROUGH THE DEDICATED SWITCH, IN OR- DER TO PREVENT THE BATTERY FROM DISCHARGING, TURN THE IGNITION KEY TO THE «OFF» POSITION (KEY REMOVABLE). 02_22 Stand (02_23) Centre stand bracket...
  • Page 60 TAMPERING MAY CAUSE SERIOUS VEHICLE MALFUNCTION. CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH, ALWAYS TAKE CARE, WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE, THAT THE EX- HAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS. CAUTION DO NOT SHUT OFF THE ENGINE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING.

  • Page 61: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission (02_24) To ensure simple, pleasurable riding, the vehicle is equipped with automatic trans- mission with regulator and centrifugal clutch. The system is designed to provide the best performance (acceleration and consumption) while driving on both flat roads and uphill.
  • Page 62 THE VEHICLE CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES- SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW. IF THERE ARE ANY NON-PIAGGIO ACCESSORIES INSTALLED, OR AN AB- NORMAL LOAD, OR IF THE SCOOTER IS NOT IN A GENERALLY GOOD CON- DITION, OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT, SPEED SHOULD BE FURTHER REDUCED.
  • Page 63 CAUTION DO NOT ADJUST THE MIRRORS WHILE RIDING. THIS COULD CAUSE YOU TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. CAUTION ANY ELABORATION THAT MODIFIES THE VEHICLE'S PERFORMANCES, SUCH AS TAMPERING WITH ORIGINAL STRUCTURAL PARTS IS STRICTLY FORBID- DEN BY LAW, AND RENDERS THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TO THE APPROVED TYPE AND DANGEROUS FOR RIDING.

  • Page 65: Maintenance

    X10 500ie Executive Chap. 03 Maintenance...

  • Page 66: Engine Oil Level

    Engine oil level In 4-stroke engines, engine oil is used to lubricate the distribution elements, the bush- es and the thermal group. An insufficient quantity of oil can cause serious damage to the engine.In all four-stroke engines, a loss of efficiency in oil performance and certain consumption should be considered normal.

  • Page 67: Engine Oil Top-Up

    03_02 Engine oil top-up (03_03) The oil should be topped up after having checked the level and in any case by adding oil without ever exceeding the MAX. level. Recommended products eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance four-stroke engines. JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3 03_03 Characteristic...

  • Page 68: Warning Light (Insufficient Oil Pressure) (03_04

    Warning light (insufficient oil pressure) (03_04) The vehicle is equipped with a warning light that comes on when the key is turned to «ON». However, this light should switch off once the engine has been started. If the light comes on while braking, at idle speed or while turning a corner, it is nec- essary to check the oil level and top it up if required.

  • Page 69: Hub Oil Level

    EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY. Hub oil level (03_05, 03_06) Check that there is oil in the rear hub; the oil should barely reach the upper notch of the dipstick «A». CAUTION RUNNING THE ENGINE WITH INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OR WITH THE IN- ADEQUATE LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING 03_05...

  • Page 70: Tyres

    API GL-4 Characteristic Transmission oil 250 cm³ Tyres (03_07) Check tyre pressure and wear periodically as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table. Tyres feature wear indicators; replace tyres as soon as these indicators become visible on the tyre tread. Also check that the tyres do not show signs of splitting at the sides or irregular tread wear;...

  • Page 71: Spark Plug Dismantlement

    TYRES Front tyre 120/70-15" M/C 56S Tubeless Rear tyre 150/70-13" M/C 64S Tubeless TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Front tyre pressure (with 2.3 bar (2.3 bar) passenger) Rear tyre pressure (with 2.4 bar (2.6 bar) passenger) Spark plug dismantlement (03_08, 03_09, 03_10) For the removal of spark plugs proceed as follows: - undo the indicated spark plug access door screw located on the left side of the ve- hicle.
  • Page 72 - disconnect the caps «A» of the HV cables of the spark plugs. - undo the spark plugs using the wrench supplied. - when refitting, place the spark plugs at the corresponding angle and tighten it fully by hand. Use the wrench only to tighten it. - insert the caps «A»...

  • Page 73: Removing The Air Filter

    WHEN REFITTING THE ACCESS DOOR, PAY ATTENTION TO THE FITTING FINS REQUIRED FOR THE CORRECT POSITIONING AND FIXING OF THE SAME DOOR. 03_10 Removing the air filter (03_11) To remove the air filter, as reported in the scheduled maintenance table, contact an Authorised Service Centre.

  • Page 74: Air Filter Cleaning

    Air filter cleaning (03_12) To clean the air filter, as according to the intervals indicated in the scheduled main- tenance table, contact an Authorised Service Centre. Regularly check the lower part of the bleed cap for dirt. REMOVE ANY DEPOSIT THAT MAY HAVE FORMED IN THE BLEED PIPE, COM- ING FROM THE FILTER BOX.
  • Page 75 4. Look inside the expansion tank and check that the fluid level is always between the «MIN» and «MAX» level marks. 5. Top-up the fluid when it is close to the minimum mark. If the level is not correct, proceed to top-up when the engine is cold. If the coolant needs to be topped up frequently or the expansion tank is completely dry, check the cooling system to find the cause of the problem.

  • Page 76: Checking The Brake Oil Level

    Characteristic Cooling system fluid 1.75 l Checking the brake oil level (03_16, 03_17) The front and rear brake fluid reservoirs are both positioned on the handlebar. Proceed as follows: - Rest the vehicle on its centre stand with the handlebars perfectly horizontal; - Check the fluid level through the transparent indicator «A»...

  • Page 77: Braking System Fluid Top Up

    Braking system fluid top up (03_18) - To top-up the brake fluid, unscrew the two screws "A" and remove the cap "B" from the brake pump to restore the optimal level. WARNING BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE; MAKE SURE THAT IT DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAINTWORK.

  • Page 78: Battery

    Battery (03_19, 03_20, 03_21, 03_22) To access the battery, place the vehicle on the (central or lateral) stand and lift the saddle, as described in the relative paragraph. Unscrew and remove the two fixing screws «A» and remove the cover from the fittings. 03_19 Unscrew and remove the screw «B»...
  • Page 79 CAUTION UPON INSTALLATION, IN ORDER TO NOT DAMAGE THE BATTERY AND ELEC- TRICAL COMPONENTS, CONNECT THE POSITIVE CABLE (RED) AND THEN THE NEGATIVE CABLE (BLACK) IN THIS ORDER. WARNING DO NOT DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLES WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THIS CAN CAUSE IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE'S ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT.

  • Page 80: Use Of A New Battery

    When refitting the components, be very careful not damage the retainer fins of the cover. 03_22 Use of a new battery (03_23) Ensure that the terminals are connected correctly and check the voltage. CAUTION DO NOT REVERSE THE POLARITY: RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT AND DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

  • Page 81: Fuses

    THE BATTERY MUST BE RECHARGED WITH A CURRENT LOAD EQUAL TO 1/10 OF THE BATTERY RATED CAPACITY AND FOR A PERIOD NOT LONGER THAN 8 HOURS. TAKE THE VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORISED PIAGGIO SERVICE CEN- TRE FOR THIS OPERATION. WHEN REFITTING THE BATTERY MAKE SURE THE LEADS ARE CORRECTLY CONNECTED TO THE TERMINALS.
  • Page 82 Once the main fuse box «A» is removed, unscrew the screw «F» and remove the cover«E» of the secondary fuse box. 03_25 SECONDARY FUSES 03_26 SECONDARY FUSES Fuse No. 1 Capacity: 15A Protected circuits: Powered by battery socket, helmet compartment bulb, turn indicators control device, instrument panel, antitheft-device pre-installation.
  • Page 83 Seat opening actuator ignition switched live and fuel door opening actuator. Fuse No. 2 Capacity: 10A Protected circuits: Light solenoid, light switch. Fuse No. 3 Capacity: 10A Protected circuits: control unit, injection load relay. Fuse No. 4 Capacity: 7.5 A Protected circuits: Electric fan relay.
  • Page 84 Protected circuits (live):Control unit, ABS control unit, immobilizer antenna, anti-tipping sensor, injection load solenoid, Light solenoid. Fuse No. 8 Capacity: 3A Protected circuits (live):Daylight running light, license plate light, control lighting, instrument lighting. 03_27 MAIN FUSES...
  • Page 85 Working on the side fins«D», remove the cover«C» to access the main fuse «9». 03_28 On the other side of the battery compartment, the main fuse is located instead «10». 03_29 The spare fuse «11» is positioned in the same box, but on the side. 03_30...

  • Page 86: Lamps

    MAIN FUSES Fuse No. 9 Capacity: 30 A Protected circuits:Recharge, fuses No. 5, No. 6, No. 7 and No. 8 (live). Fuse No. 10 Capacity: 40A Protected circuits:ABS control unit. Fuse No. 11 Capacity: 30 A Protected circuits:Reserve. Lamps BULBS Low beam light bulb Type: Halogen H7 Quantity: 2...
  • Page 87 Power: 12V - 55W Front tail light bulb Type: LED Quantity: 1 Right - 1 Left Power: - Turn indicator bulbs Type: Amber spherical BAU 15s Quantity: 1 Right -1 Left (front); 1 Right -1 Left (rear) Power: 12V - 10W Stop light/rear daylight running Type: LED light bulb...

  • Page 88: Front Light Group

    Headlight adjustment (03_31, 03_32, 03_33, 03_34, 03_35, 03_36, 03_37, 03_38) To adjust the front headlight, remove the front cover of the vehicle. FRONT COVER REMOVAL Using a screwdriver and paying attention to the bodywork, remove the Piaggio clip- on badge «A». 03_31...
  • Page 89 Unscrew and remove the front screw «B». 03_32 Turn the handlebars to the side opposite to the one on which you are operating and, after lifting the door of the respective dashboard glove-box, unscrew the screw «C», first operating on the left side and then on the right side of the vehicle. 03_33 Remove the plastic cover from both sides.
  • Page 90 Operating from both sides of the vehicle, unscrew and remove the screw «D». 03_35 Remove the front cover from the front. 03_36 Now it is possible to check and adjust the headlight if necessary. Proceed as follows: - Place the vehicle in running order and with the tyres inflated to the prescribed pres- sure, on a flat surface 10 m (32.8 ft) away from a white screen in a shaded area, making sure that the axis of the vehicle is perpendicular to the screen.

  • Page 91: Front Direction Indicators

    • The screw «F» adjusts the height of the left headlight. N.B. THE ABOVE PROCEDURE COMPLIES WITH THE EUROPEAN STANDARDS RE- GARDING MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM HEIGHT OF LIGHT BEAMS. REFER TO THE STATUTORY REGULATIONS IN FORCE IN EVERY COUNTRY WHERE THE VE- HICLE IS USED.

  • Page 92: Rear Optical Unit

    Remove the bulb from the lamp holder by turning it anticlockwise and removing it. 03_41 Rear optical unit WARNING THE DAYLIGHT RUNNING LIGHTS PRESENT IN THE SAME GROUP ARE «LED» TYPES. IN CASE OF MALFUNCTIONING, AS THE REMOVAL IS PARTICULARLY DIFFICULT, WE ADVISE ADDRESSING AN Authorised PIAGGIO Service Centre FOR THE REPLACEMENT.

  • Page 93: Rear Turn Indicators

    Rear turn indicators (03_42, 03_43, 03_44) To replace the indicator bulbs proceed as follows: - Open the saddle - Remove the rubber protection - Remove the lamp holder turning it towards the base - Lightly press the lamp and turn it anticlockwise and remove it. 03_42 03_43 03_44...

  • Page 94: Number Plate Light

    Number plate light (03_45, 03_46) For the replacement of the license plate light, it is necessary to slide off the bulb holder, operating from inside the license plate holder. CAUTION DO NOT PULL THE ELECTRICAL CABLES WHEN TAKING OUT THE BULB HOLDER.

  • Page 95: Helmet Compartment Lighting Bulb

    Helmet compartment lighting bulb (03_47) Open the helmet compartment, take out the snap-on transparent glass and replace the bulb. 03_47 Rear-view mirrors (03_48) Adjust the mirrors by applying slight pressure to the side of the mirror to move it to the desired position.

  • Page 96: Front And Rear Disc Brake

    Front and rear disc brake (03_49) The brake disc and pad wear is automatically compensated, therefore it has no effect on the functioning of the front and rear brakes. For this reason it is not necessary to adjust the brakes. An excessively elastic brake lever stroke may indicate the presence of air in the braking circuit or a failure in the braking system.

  • Page 97: Puncture

    TION OF ABRASIVE BUILD-UPS IN THE HOLES, WHICH COULD RESULT IN EARLY WEAR OF BRAKE PADS. Puncture (03_50) The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless tyres (without inner tube). In the event of a puncture, Tubeless tyres - unlike tyres with inner tubes - go flat very slowly, resulting in a greater steering safety.

  • Page 98: Periods Of Inactivity

    Periods of inactivity (03_51) The following operations are recommended: 1. Clean the scooter thoroughly and then cover it with a canvas; 2. With the engine off and the piston at the bottom dead centre position, remove the spark plug, and pour 1 ÷ 2 cm³ of the recommended oil through its hole. Operate the starter button 1-2 times for roughly 1 second to turn the engine over slowly, then insert the spark plug again;...
  • Page 99 CAUTION DETERGENTS CAN POLLUTE WATER. THE VEHICLE MUST BE WASHED AT A WASH STATION EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM. CAUTION DO NOT USE A HIGH-PRESSURE WATER JET MACHINE TO CLEAN THE EN- GINE AND/OR VEHICLE; HOWEVER, IF NO OTHER MEANS ARE AVAILABLE, IT IS THEN NECESSARY TO: •...

  • Page 100: Troubleshooting

    INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CEN- TRE. WARNING CLEAN YOUR SCOOTER FREQUENTLY SO AS TO AVOID POSSIBLE DIRT OR MUD DEPOSITS THAT COULD CAUSE MALFUNCTIONING IN THE THROTTLE GRIP TRANSMISSION AND/OR OTHER COMPONENTS. Troubleshooting STARTING FAILURE Emergency switch in «OFF» Set the switch back to «ON»...
  • Page 101 DIFFICULTY STARTING Lack of fuel in tank. Refuelling Injection system fault Contact an Authorised Service Centre Fuel pump fault Contact an Authorised Service Centre Flat battery Recharge the battery. * IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THE SCOOTER TO THE COMPLETE EXHAUSTION OF FUEL; SHOULD THIS OCCUR, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE ENGINE.
  • Page 102 LACK OF COMPRESSION Loose spark plug. Screw in the spark plug tightly Cylinder head loose, piston gas Contact an Authorised Service rings worn. Centre. Valve stuck Contact an Authorised Service Centre. HIGH CONSUMPTION AND LOW PERFORMANCE Air filter blocked or dirty. Contact an Authorised Service Centre.
  • Page 103 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS CVT rollers and/or drive belt Contact an Authorised Service damaged Centre.

  • Page 105: Technical Data

    X10 500ie Executive Chap. 04 Technical data...
  • Page 106 04_01...
  • Page 107 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS Chassis A closed double cradle in steel tubes Front suspension Hydraulic telescopic fork Ø 41 mm Rear suspension Single shock absorber with electrical preloading adjustment system. Front brake Double disc Ø280 with hydraulic control actuated by the right lever; braking assisted by ABS system.

  • Page 108: Data

    Battery SEALED 12V/10Ah Data (04_01) CAUTION FOR THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE WE RECOMMEND USING «SAVA MC 28 DIA- MONDS»TYRES. USING A DIFFERENT TYRE MAY SIGNIFICANTLY ALTER VEHICLE ROAD PER- FORMANCE TO THE POINT OF COMPROMISING RIDING STABILITY AT FULL THROTTLE. ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Type Single-cylinder, 4-stroke...
  • Page 109 Transmission CVT expandable pulley variator with torque server, V-belt, self- ventilating dry automatic centrifugal clutch and transmission housing with forced-circulation air cooling. Final reduction gear Gear reduction unit in oil bath. Lubrication Engine lubrication with lobe pump (inside crankcase), chain-driven, with double filter: mesh and paper.

  • Page 110: Toolkit

    CAPACITIES Engine oil 1.7 l Transmission oil 250 cm³ Cooling system fluid 1.75 l Fuel tank 15.5 litres (2 l of which is reserve) Toolkit (04_02, 04_03) The tools are positioned in the front top box, inside the indicated housing, on the right side.

  • Page 111: Spare Parts And Accessories

    X10 500ie Executive Chap. 05 Spare parts and accessories...

  • Page 112: Warnings

    FITTED WITH ACCESSORIES OR WITH UNUSUAL LOADS. WARNING 05_01 IT IS ALSO RECOMMENDED THAT ORIGINAL PIAGGIO SPARE PARTS BE USED, AS THESE ARE THE ONLY ONES OFFERING YOU THE SAME QUALITY GUARANTEE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE SCOOTER. THE USE OF NON-ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS RENDERS THE WARRANTY VOID.
  • Page 113 THE VEHICLE CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES- SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW. IF THERE ARE ANY NON-PIAGGIO ACCESSORIES INSTALLED, OR AN AB- NORMAL LOAD, OR IF THE SCOOTER IS NOT IN A GENERALLY GOOD CON- DITION, OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT, SPEED SHOULD BE FURTHER REDUCED.

  • Page 115: Scheduled Maintenance

    X10 500ie Executive Chap. 06 Scheduled maintenance...

  • Page 116: Scheduled Servicing Table

    Scheduled servicing table (06_01) Adequate maintenance is fundamental to ensuring long-lasting, optimum operation and performance of your vehicle. To this end, a series of checks and maintenance operations (at the owner's expense) have been suggested, which are included in the summary table on the following page. Any minor faults should be reported without delay to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer without waiting until the next scheduled service to solve it.
  • Page 117 km x 1,000 Coolant level * Brake oil level* Engine oil Hub oil Brake pads Sliding shoes / CVT rollers Brake pumps Tyre pressure and wear Vehicle test and brake test - Road test Suspension Steering I: CHECK AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY. C: CLEAN, R: REPLACE, A: ADJUST, L: LUBRICATE * Replace every 2 years RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE...
  • Page 118 Product Description Specifications AGIP GP 330 Water repellent stringy calcium spray grease. R.I.D./A.D.R. 2 10°b) 2 R.I.Na. 2.42 - I.A.T.A. 2 - I.M.D.G. class 2 UN 1950 Page 9022 EM 25-89 AGIP BRAKE 4 Brake fluid. Synthetic fluid SAE J 1703 -FMVSS 116 - DOT 3/4 - ISO 4925 - CUNA NC 956 DOT 4 AGIP PERMANENT SPEZIAL Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze fluid with...
  • Page 119 1 Fahrenheit (°F) 32+(9/5) Celsius (°C)
  • Page 121 TABLE OF CONTENTS Stand: 59 Start-up: 28 ABS: 29 Fuel: 38 Light switch: 27 Switch: 24, 26, 27 Air filter: 73, 74 Fuses: 81 Maintenance: 21, 65, 115 Tank: 38 Battery: 78, 80 Headlight: 88 Mirrors: 95 Technical Data: 105 Brake: 76, 96 Horn: 26 Toolkit: 110...
  • Page 122 The descriptions and images in this publication are given for illustrative purposes only and are not binding. While the basic characteristics as described and illustrated in this booklet remain unchanged, Piaggio & C. S.p.A. 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.

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