for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this booklet to help you to get the very best from your scooter. Please read it carefully before riding
the scooter for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your scooter. 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 and it will serve you
well for a long time to come. This booklet forms an integral part of the scooter; should the scooter be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner.
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PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this booklet to help you to get the very best from your scooter. Please read it carefully before riding the scooter for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your scooter. It also describes features, details and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice.
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The instructions given in this manual are intended to provide a clear, simple guide to using your scooter; 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.
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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.
Dashboard (01_01) A = Bag hook B = Horn button C = Turn indicator switch D = Rear brake lever E = Light switch F = Odometer and speedometer G = Digital clock H = Instrument panel and warning lights I = RUN/OFF switch L = Front brake lever M = Throttle grip...
Analogue instrument panel (01_02) A = Odometer B = Speedometer C= Digital clock D = Injection telltale light E = Coolant temperature gauge F = Low oil pressure warning light G = Right turn indicator warning light H = Fuel level warning light I = Fuel gauge L = High-beam warning light M = Left turn indicator warning light...
Clock (01_03) Located in the instrument panel, it displays hours and minutes with 1 to 12-hour time, AM or PM. Operate the function selection button «B» and month, day and seconds are also dis- played besides hours and minutes. To adjust the different functions, select the desired function with button «A» and adjust with button «B».
CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «OFF» WHILE RIDING. Releasing the steering wheel (01_05) Reinsert the key «B» and turn it to «KEY OFF». CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «OFF» WHILE RIDING. 01_05 Switch direction indicators (01_06) Lever «C»...
Horn button (01_07) Push the button «B» to sound the horn. 01_07 Light switch (01_08) When this switch «E» is set to «0», the low-beam light is on. When set to «1», the high-beam light is activated. If the light switch «E» is pressed when set to «2», the high-beam light is activated.
Start-up button (01_09) To start the engine, pull either brake lever and press the button «N». 01_09 Engine stop button (01_10) The engine can be started when the emergency cut-off switch «I» is set to «1» RUN; if the emergency cut-off switch «I» is set to «0» OFF , the engine cannot be started, or it shuts off if already running.
Accessing the fuel tank (01_11) Insert the key into the switch and press it down until the saddle opens; then lift the saddle. In the event that the key switch is in «LOCK», turn the key to «OFF» or «ON» before pressing down. 01_11 01_12...
01_13 Opening the saddle (01_13) Push the key switch when it is in the «ON» or «OFF» position. Keys (01_14) The vehicle is supplied with two keys (one spare) which serve to start the engine and unlock the saddle compartment. The keys are accompanied by a tag marked with the identification code to be quoted when ordering duplicates.
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spare parts. We recommend checking that the chassis registration number stamped on the vehicle corresponds with that on the vehicle documentation. CAUTION BE REMINDED THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION NUMBERS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS (IMPOUNDING OF THE VEHICLE, ETC.). Chassis number The number «A»...
Checks Before using the vehicle, check: 1. That the fuel tank is full. 2. Front and rear brake fluid level 3. That the tyres are properly inflated. 4. The correct functioning of the tail lights, the headlamp, the turn indicators, the stop light and the license plate light.
DO NOT INHALE FUEL FUMES. DO NOT ALLOW PETROL TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH HOT ENGINE OR ANY PLASTIC PARTS. CAUTION PETROL DAMAGES THE PLASTIC PARTS OF THE BODYWORK. 02_02 Tyre pressure (02_02) Check tyre pressure and wear periodically (roughly every 500 km). Tyres feature wear indicators;...
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CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD.INCOR- RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID- ING DANGEROUS. TYRES MUST BE REPLACED WHEN THE TREAD REACHES THE WEAR LIMITS SET FORTH BY LAW. TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Front tyre pressure (with 1.9 bar (-) passenger)
Shock absorbers adjustment (02_03, 02_04) The preloading of the springs can be adjusted to 4 positions using the ring nut located in the lower part of the shock absorbers and the specific spanner supplied. Position 1: minimum preload: driver only Position 2 medium preloading: driver only Position 3 medium preloading: rider and passenger Position 4: maximum preloading: driver, passenger, and luggage.
Running in (02_05) WARNING DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80% OF ITS MAXIMUM SPEED. AVOID TWISTING THE THROTTLE GRIP FULLY OR KEEP- ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD. AFTER THE FIRST 1000 KM, GRADUALLY INCREASE SPEED UNTIL REACHING THE MAX- IMUM PERFORMANCE.
02_07 02_08 Starting up the engine (02_08) The vehicle is supplied with an ignition cut-off system, activated by the emergency cut-off switch. The engine cannot be started if the ignition cut-off switch is in the OFF position. A running engine automatically shuts off when the ignition cut-off switch is set to OFF.
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In order to start the vehicle: 1. Rest the vehicle on its centre stand, ensuring the rear wheel is not touching the ground. 2. Keep the throttle grip «M» completely untwisted. 3. Insert the key into the switch «O» and turn it to ON . 4.
CAUTION DO NOT SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. UN- BURNED FUEL COULD ENTER THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND BURN, CAUSING IT TO OVERHEAT AND POSSIBLY DESTROYING IT. Precautions WARNING NEVER STRESS THE ENGINE AT LOW TEMPERATURES IN ORDER TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE.
Difficult start up In the rare case of flooding the engine, to facilitate start-up, it is possible to try to put the vehicle into action with the gas hand grip partially or completely open. It is however necessary, once the engine is started, to take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre to determine the cause of this problem and to re-establish the vehicle proper functioning.
WARNING TO START AFTER A LONG STATIONARY PERIOD, OR IN SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS, FULLY TWIST THE THROTTLE 2÷3 TIMES BEFORE PRESSING THE STARTER BUTTON. Stand (02_10) Push with your foot on the centre stand's fork «F» while lifting the vehicle backward, holding onto the handlebar.
It is therefore recommended to avoid conditions of prolonged clutch slippage (other than those previously indicated) like driving uphill fully laden on steep slopes or starting off with driver and passenger at slopes with steepness greater than 25%. Observe the following precautions if the clutch overheats: 1.
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CAUTION ALWAYS RIDE WITHIN YOUR LIMITS RIDING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF AL- COHOL OR OTHER DRUGS AND CERTAIN MEDICATIONS IS EXTREMELY DAN- GEROUS. CAUTION ANY CHANGES TO THE VEHICLE PERFORMANCE AS WELL AS ALTERATIONS TO ORIGINAL STRUCTURAL PARTS IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN BY LAW, AND RENDERS THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TO THE APPROVED TYPE AND DANGEROUS FOR RIDING.
Engine oil level In 4T engines, the engine oil is used to lubricate the distribution elements, the bench bearings 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 perform- ance and consumption should be considered normal.
Engine oil top-up Always check oil level before topping-up and add oil without exceeding the MAX level. Getting an oil level between the MIN and MAX levels requires ~ 200 cm³ of oil. Take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre to have the engine oil checked and if necessary, topped-up as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table.
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EXCESSIVE OIL LEVEL AT TOP-UPS CAN LEAD TO SCALE FORMATION AND VEHICLE MALFUNCTION. CAUTION USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. FOR OIL CHANGE, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED PIAGGIO SERVICE CENTRE, AS THEY ARE EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY.
CAUTION USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE. Recommended products AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Engine oil SAE 5W-40, API SL, ACEA A3, JASO MA Synthetic oil Hub oil level (03_05, 03_06) Check the oil in the rear hub. To check the rear hub oil level, proceed as follows: 1.Park the scooter on level ground and rest it on its centre stand.
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CAUTION RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH INSUFFICIENT HUB LUBRICATION OR WITH CON- TAMINATED OR IMPROPER LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES THE WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE. CAUTION 03_06 USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. FOR OIL REPLACEMENT, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE, WHICH IS EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIEND- LY AND LEGAL WAY.
03_07 Tyres (03_07) Check the tyre pressure and wear periodically (roughly every 500 km). 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 side or irregular tread wear;...
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WARNING THE WHEELS FITTED WITH TYRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED. RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH VERY LOW TYRE PRESSURE OR WITH INCORRECTLY BALANCED TYRES CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS. TYRES Front tyre Tubeless, 110/70 - 16'' 52P Rear tyre 130/70- 16'' 61P Tubeless TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Front tyre pressure (with 1.9 bar (-)
Spark plug dismantlement (03_08, 03_09, 03_10) To remove the spark plug, proceed as follows: 1. Unscrew both screws « A» and remove the cover. 2. Working from both sides of the scooter, undo screws «B». 3. Remove the inspection cover «C» by pulling it upwards. 4.
CHAMPION RG 4 PHP Electrode gap 0.7 ± 0.05 mm Removing the air filter (03_11) Unscrew the nine fixing screws «A» and remove cover «B». 03_11 Air filter cleaning (03_12) 1. Wash the sponge with water and neutral soap. 2. Dry it with a clean cloth and small blasts of compressed air. 3.
Recommended products AGIP FILTER OIL Oil for air filter sponge Mineral oil with specific additives for increased adhesiveness Cooling fluid level (03_13, 03_14, 03_15, 03_16) Engine is cooled by a forced-circulation coolant system. The cooling circuit holds ap- prox. 2 litres of coolant consisting of a mixture of 50% de-ionised water and 50% glycol ethylene-based antifreeze solution with corrosion inhibitors.
WARNING TO AVOID THE RISK OF SCALDING, DO NOT UNSCREW THE EXPANSION TANK COVER WHILE THE ENGINE IS STILL HOT. WARNING 03_15 IN ORDER TO AVOID HARMFUL FLUID LEAKS WHILE RIDING, IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE SURE THAT THE LEVEL DOES NOT EXCEED THE REFERENCE TONGUE TOO MUCH.
A certain lowering of the level is caused by wear on the pads. Should the level appear to be below the minimum mark, please contact an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer in order to have a thorough inspection of the braking system carried out. Braking system fluid top up (03_18, 03_19, 03_20, 03_21, 03_22, 03_23, 03_24, 03_25, 03_26) Proceed as follows:...
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CAUTION AVOID CONTACT OF BRAKE FLUID WITH EYES, SKIN, AND CLOTHING. IN CASE OF CONTACT, RINSE WITH WATER. THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HYGROSCOPIC, THAT IS, IT ABSORBS HUMIDITY FROM THE SURROUNDING AIR. IF THE HUMIDITY IN THE BRAKING FLUID EXCEEDS A CERTAIN VALUE, IT WILL LEAD TO INEFFICIENT BRAKING.
03_26 Battery (03_27) To access the battery, proceed as follows: 1. Place the scooter on its centre stand. 2. Undo the two screws «A» and remove the battery cover «B». The battery is the electrical device that requires the most frequent inspections and diligent maintenance.
Use of a new battery (03_28) To install a new battery: 1. Place the battery in its housing. 2. Connect the positive pole «+» first and then the negative pole «-». 3. Place the battery cover. CAUTION 03_28 DO NOT REVERSE THE POLARITY: RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT AND DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
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avoid difficult starts and/or irreversible damage to the battery, follow any of these steps: - At least once a month start the engine and run it slightly above idle speed for 10-15 minutes. This keeps all the engine components, as well as the battery, in good working order.
Fuses (03_31) The electrical system has six protection fuses. To reach the board of fuses, unscrew the two screws «A» and remove the battery cover «B». CAUTION BEFORE REPLACING A BLOWN FUSE, FIND AND SOLVE THE FAILURE THAT CAUSED IT TO BLOW. NEVER TRY TO REPLACE THE FUSE WITH ANY OTHER MATERIAL (E.G., A PIECE OF ELECTRIC WIRE).
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Fuse No. 4 Capacity: 7.5 A Protected circuits:Horn, turn indicators, stop lights (via remote control), start-up circuit. Fuse No. 5 Capacity: 7.5 A Protected circuits:High-beam light and relevant warning light Fuse No. 6 Capacity:3 A Protected circuits:Clock, pre- installation for anti-theft device. Fuse No.
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Fuse No. 11 Capacity: 15A Protected circuits: Electric fan (via remote control) Fuse No. 12 Capacity: 30 A Protected circuits: Battery recharge. Fuse No. 13 Capacity: 30 A Protected circuits: Free. Fuse No. 14 Capacity: 15A Protected circuits: Free. Fuse No. 15 Capacity:3 A Protected circuits: Free.
Front light group (03_32, 03_33, 03_34, 03_35, 03_36) CAUTION CARRY OUT THESE OPERATIONS WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD. CAUTION DETACH THE BATTERY POLES. To access the bulbs: 1. Undo the four screws «A» and remove the front case «B». 2. Undo the screw «C» and remove the access cover to reach the expansion tank cap. 3.
To replace the tail light bulbs «F» take out the rubber bulb holder from its fitting and insert the bulb. To replace the high-beam bulb «G» and the low-beam bulb «H» take out the bulb holder from its fitting by turning it anticlockwise. Slide off the bulbs by pressing it slightly and turning it anticlockwise.
Front direction indicators (03_39, 03_40, 03_41, 03_42, 03_43, 03_44, 03_45) To access the bulbs: 1. Remove the windshield by undoing the four screws indicated. 2. Working from both sides of the scooter, remove both inspection covers from calliper oil reservoirs «A». 3.
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03_42 4. Remove the right and left control assemblies. 5. Unscrew both screws «D» and remove the front handlebar cover. To replace bulbs take out the bulb holders «E» from their fittings by turning them anticlockwise. Slide off the bulbs by pressing them slightly and turning them anticlockwise. CAUTION 03_43 OPERATE VERY CAREFULLY TO AVOID DAMAGING THE PLASTIC PARTS.
03_45 Rear optical unit (03_46, 03_47, 03_48, 03_49, 03_50) The rear light unit has two parts that can be removed separately. The operations de- scribed refer to one part but apply to both. To access the bulbs: 1. Lift the saddle and undo the three fixing screws «A» of the fairing of the tail light «B».
Number plate light (03_51) Remove the screw «C», then take out the bulb holder. 03_51 Rear-view mirrors (03_52) To adjust mirrors, loosen the lock nut «A», place the mirror stem adequately and tighten the lock nut. The rear-view mirror is assembled on a stem with a ball 'joint'. The mirror can be adjusted to the desired position manually.
IN THE EVENT OF NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT AND/OR REAR BRAKE SYSTEM DURING OPERATION, IT IS ADVISABLE TO HAVE THE BRAKE SYS- TEM CHECKED BY A PIAGGIO DEALER OR AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE. AFTER REPLACING THE BRAKE PADS, DO NOT USE THE SCOOTER BEFORE...
ORDER TO AVOID THIS, WE RECOMMEND WASHING THE VEHICLE FRE- QUENTLY WHEN RIDING IN THESE ROAD CONDITIONS. Puncture The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless tyres (without inner tube). In the event of a puncture, contrary to the situation with a tyre with inner tube, the tyre deflates more slowly, resulting in a greater steering safety.
Periods of inactivity (03_54) We recommend carrying out the following operations: 1. Clean the scooter thoroughly and then cover it with a canvas; 2. With engine off and piston at the bottom dead centre, remove the spark plug, fill with 1÷2 cm³ of oil (adding more than this quantity is dangerous for the engine). Op- erate the starter button 1-2 times for roughly 1 second to turn the engine over slowly, then insert the spark plug again;...
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CAUTION DETERGENTS CAN POLLUTE WATER. THE VEHICLE MUST BE WASHED AT A WASH STATION EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM. WARNING THE USE OF A HIGH-PRESSURE WATER JET IS STRONGLY DISCOURAGED FOR ANY ENGINE CLEANING OPERATION; HOWEVER, IF NO OTHER MEANS ARE AVAILABLE, IT IS THEN NECESSARY TO: •...
ON THE VEHICLE COLOUR (SATIN COLOURS). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE . Troubleshooting STARTING FAILURE Emergency switch in «OFF» Set the switch back to «ON» Fuse blown Replace the blown fuse and have the vehicle checked by an Authorised Service Centre.
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ATTEMPT TO START THE ENGINE. TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO «OFF» AND TOP-UP THE FUEL TANK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES COULD DAMAGE THE FUEL PUMP AND/OR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. IGNITION PROBLEMS Faulty spark plug Contact an Authorised Service Centre.
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HIGH CONSUMPTION AND LOW PERFORMANCE Clogged or dirty air filter Try to blow out with compressed air, otherwise replace the filter INSUFFICIENT BRAKING Greasy disc. Worn pads. Faulty Contact an Authorised Service braking system. Presence of air in Centre. the front and rear brake circuit. INEFFICIENT SUSPENSIONS Shock absorber fault, oil leak, end Contact an Authorised Service...
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ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA Type Single-cylinder, 4-stroke Cubic capacity 244 cm³ Bore x Stroke 72 x 60 mm Compression ratio 11 ± 0.5 : 1 Engine idle speed 1,700 ± 100 rpm Timing system 4 valves, single overhead camshaft, chain-driven. Valve clearance Inlet: 0.10 mm Outlet: 0.15 mm Max.
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Ignition Electronic inductive discharge ignition, high efficiency, with separate HV coil. α/N three-dimensional map Ignition advance managed by control unit Spark plug CHAMPION RG 4 PHP Alternative spark plug Fuel supply Electronic injection with Ø 32-mm throttle body and electric fuel pump.
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Rear brake Ø 240-mm disc brake with hydraulic control activated by the handlebar left-side lever. Wheel rim type Light alloy rims. Front rim 16'' x 3.00 Rear rim 16 x 3.50'' Front tyre Tubeless, 110/70 - 16'' 52P Rear tyre 130/70- 16'' 61P Tubeless Front tyre pressure (with 1.9 bar (-)
Kit equipment (04_02) The tools are stored in the helmet compartment. The kit includes: 1. One toolkit bag 2. One twin screwdriver 3. One box-spanner 4. One wrench for adjusting shock absorbers 04_02 5. One extractor for blade fuses 6. One flat wrench 7.
FITTED WITH ACCESSORIES OR WITH UNUSUAL LOADS. WARNING 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.
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THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES- SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW. IF THERE SHOULD BE 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 REDUCED FURTHER.
Adequate maintenance is fundamental to ensuring long-lasting, optimum operation and performance of your vehicle. For this purpose, PIAGGIO offers a set of checks and maintenance services (for pay- ment), which are included in the summary table shown 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.
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km x 1,000 Driving belt Throttle control Air filter Belt compartment air filter Oil filter Valve clearance Electrical system and battery Brake fluid * Coolant * Engine oil Hub oil Brake pads Sliding blocks / variable speed rollers Tyre pressure and wear Vehicle road test Suspensions Steering...
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RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications AGIP ROTRA 80W-90 Rear hub oil SAE 80W/90 Oil that exceeds the requirements of API GL3 specifications AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Oil to lubricate flexible transmissions (throttle Oil for 4-stroke engines control) AGIP FILTER OIL Oil for air filter sponge Mineral oil with specific additives for increased adhesiveness...
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1 Foot pound (ft lb) 1.356 Newton meter (Nm) 1 Miles per hour (mi/h) 1.602 Kilometres per hour (km/h) 1 Pound per square inch (PSI) 0.069 (bar) 1 Fahrenheit (°F) 32+(9/5) Celsius (°C)