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 vehicle 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.
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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 vehicle; should the vehicle be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner. Vespa S 125 ie e 150 ie...
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The instructions given in this booklet 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 Centres. 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 = Ignition key-switch B = Bag hook C = Horn button D = Turn indicator switch E = Rear brake control lever F = Headlight switch G = Analogue instrument panel H = Front brake control lever I = Throttle grip L = Starter button...
N= Speedometer O = Fuel gauge P = High-beam warning light Q = Low oil pressure warning light R = Fuel gauge warning light S = Digital clock T = Turn indicator warning light U= Engine control telltale light Clock (01_03) Located in the instrument panel, it displays hours and minutes with 1 to 12-hour time, AM or PM.
The digital clock is powered by a battery (battery life is about 2 years); lift the whole instrument panel to replace the battery. It is advisable to take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre for this operation. WARNING DEAD BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. THEY MUST DIS- POSED OF IN SUITABLE CONTAINERS AS PRESCRIBED BY THE REGULA- 01_03 TIONS IN FORCE.
Locking the steering wheel (01_05) Turn the handlebar to the left (as far as it will go), turn the key to «LOCK» and remove the key. CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «KEY OFF» WHILE RIDING. 01_05 Releasing the steering wheel (01_06) Reinsert the key and turn it to «OFF».
Switch direction indicators (01_07) Lever «D» towards «1» = left turn indicators switched on; Lever «D» towards «2» = right turn indicators switched on; The lever «D» automatically goes back to «0 » and the turn indicators remain on; push the lever «D»...
Light switch (01_09) When the light switch «F» is set to «0», the low-beam light is on. When set to «1», the high-beam light is activated. 01_09 Start-up button (01_10) To start the engine, pull either of the two brake levers and then push the button «L». 01_10...
Fuel tank (01_11) The fuel tank cap «A» is under the saddle. To reach it, tip the saddle forwards. 01_11 Opening the saddle (01_12) Insert the key into the saddle lock «A», turn it anticlockwise and tip the saddle forward. 01_12...
Keys (01_13) 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. WARNING WE RECOMMEND KEEPING THE DUPLICATE KEY TOGETHER WITH ITS CODE IN A SAFE PLACE AND NOT ON THE VEHICLE...
Chassis number The number «A» is stamped near the battery compartment. Remove the helmet com- partment to read it. 01_14 Engine number The engine number «B» is stamped near the rear left shock absorber lower support. 01_15 Bag clip (01_16) To use the retractable bag hook «B»...
Helmet Anti-theft Device (01_17) Access the antitheft device where a helmet can be hooked by tipping the saddle. CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID ENDANGERING THE STABILITY WHEN RIDING, DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER WITH THE HELMET INSERTED INTO THE ANTITHEFT DE- VICE.
Checks (02_01) Before using the vehicle, check: 1. that the fuel tank is full. 2. Rear hub oil level. 3. Engine oil level (see the «Engine oil level» section). 4. That the tyres are properly inflated. 5. The correct functioning of headlights, rear light and turn indicators. 02_01 6.
CAUTION DO NOT BRING NAKED FLAMES OR CIGARETTES NEAR THE MOUTH OF THE FUEL TANK: FIRE HAZARD. ALSO AVOID INHALING HARMFUL VAPOURS. FUEL TANK CAPACITY Fuel tank (reserve) ~8.3 ± 0.5 l (~2.5 l) Tyre pressure (02_03) Check tyre pressure as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table. CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD.INCOR- RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID-...
TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Front tyre pressure (with 1.6 bar (1.6 bar) passenger) Rear tyre pressure (with 2.0 bar (2.3 bar) passenger) TYRES Front tyre Tubeless, 110/70 - 11'' 45L Rear tyre Tubeless, 120/70 - 10'' 54L Shock absorbers adjustment (02_04, 02_05) The preloading of the spring can be adjusted to 4 positions using the ring nut located in the lower part of the shock absorbers and the specific spanner supplied.
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. WARNING 02_05 WE RECOMMEND WEARING GLOVES WHILE CARRYING OUT THIS OPERA- TION IN ORDER TO AVOID INJURIES.
Starting up the engine (02_07, 02_08, 02_09, 02_10, 02_11) 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 a stationary posi- tion, progressively twist the throttle grip. The vehicle is equipped with an electrical fuel pump that switches on automatically as soon as the engine is started.
02_10 02_11 Difficult start up (02_12) In the rare case of a flooded engine, and in order to facilitate start-up, try putting the vehicle into motion with the throttle slightly 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.
Stopping the engine (02_13) Stop acceleration, then turn the key switch «D» to «OFF » to stop the engine (ex- tractable key). CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH, ALWAYS TAKE CARE, WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE, THAT THE SI- 02_13 LENCER DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS.
Catalytic silencer (02_15) CAUTION TAMPERING WITH THE CATALYTIC SILENCER MAY CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE CAUTION 02_15 WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE, DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CAT- ALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH, ALWAYS BE CAREFUL THAT THE MUF- FLER DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS.
Automatic transmission (02_17) To ensure simple, pleasurable riding, the vehicle is equipped with automatic trans- mission with regulator and centrifugal clutch. The system is designed to give the best possible performance in terms of both acceleration and consumption, on level ground and uphill, thanks to the adjustments made to engine speed and transmitted torque.
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6. If the vehicle is used on roads covered with sand, mud, snow mixed with salt, etc., clean the brake disc frequently with a mild detergent in order to prevent abrasive par- ticles from building up inside the holes, which can result in early brake pad wear. CAUTION ALWAYS RIDE WITHIN YOUR LIMITS RIDING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF AL- COHOL OR OTHER DRUGS AND CERTAIN MEDICINES IS EXTREMELY DAN-...
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 itself. In all 4T engines the decay of oil characteristics as well as some consumption is normal.
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY: Engine oil ~ 1.100 cm³ Engine oil top-up (03_03) Always check oil level before carrying out top-ups and add oil without exceeding the MAX level. An engine oil check-up and top-up should be carried out as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table at an Authorised Service Centre.
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WARNING EXCESSIVE OIL LEVEL AT TOP-UPS CAN LEAD TO SCALE FORMATION AND VEHICLE MALFUNCTION. CAUTION 03_05 USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. FOR OIL CHANGE, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE WHICH IS EQUIP- PED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY.
Hub oil level (03_07, 03_08, 03_09) Make sure there is oil in the rear hub checking this at the intervals specified in the scheduled maintenance table. To check the rear hub oil level, proceed as follows: -Park the vehicle on level ground and rest it on its centre stand. - Unscrew the oil dipstick «A»...
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Recommended products AGIP ROTRA 80W-90 Rear hub oil SAE 80W/90 Oil that exceeds the requirements of API GL3 specifications REPLACEMENT 1) Remove the oil dipstick. 2) Unscrew the oil drainage screw «B» and drain out all the oil. 3) Screw back the drainage screw and refill the hub using the recommended oil quan- tity and type.
Tyres (03_10) Periodically check the inflation pressure of each tyre (when cold). Tyres are fitted with wear indicators; tyres should be replaced as soon as these indi- cators become visible on the tyre tread. Also check that the tyres do not show signs of splitting at the sidewalls or irregular tread wear;...
Spark plug dismantlement (03_11, 03_12, 03_13) In order to inspect the spark plug, follow the operation described when the engine is cold: - Lift the saddle and remove the helmet compartment. Remove the spark plug inspec- tion cover «A» by unscrewing the screw «B». - From the engine compartment, release clamp «C», pull cover «D»...
CAUTION PERFORM THE OPERATIONS CAREFULLY. DO NOT DAMAGE THE TONGUES OR THEIR SEATS. HANDLE THE PAINTED AND PLASTIC COMPONENTS CAREFULLY. DO NOT SCRATCH OR DAMAGE THEM. RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUG Spark plug (125cc) NGK CR8EB Spark plug (150cc) NGK CR7EB Electrode gap 0.7 to 0.8 mm Removing the air filter (03_14, 03_15) Remove the side fairing by undoing the screw «A»...
03_15 Air filter cleaning (03_16) 1. Wash the sponge with water and mild soap. 2. Dry it with a clean cloth and short blasts of compressed air. 3. Impregnate the sponge with a mixture of 50% petrol and 50% specified oil. 4.
Checking the brake oil level (03_17) The brake fluid reservoir is equipped with a sight glass «A» made of transparent ma- terial; the quantity of liquid contained in the sight glass indicates the level of liquid in the reservoir. When the sight glass «A» is full, the level inside the reservoir exceeds the MIN level; when it is partially full, the level drops to the MIN level;...
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.
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WARNING USED BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA- TIONS IN FORCE. CAUTION ELECTROLYTE CONTAINS SULPHURIC ACID: AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES, SKIN AND CLOTHES. IN CASE OF ACCIDENTAL CONTACT, RINSE WITH ABUN- DANT WATER AND CONSULT A DOCTOR.
Use of a new battery (03_22) To install a new battery: 1. Place the battery in its housing. 2. Connect the positive pole «+» first and then the negative pole «-». 3. Fit the battery cover. CAUTION 03_22 DO NOT REVERSE THE POLARITY: RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT AND DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
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poles. In order to 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_23, 03_24, 03_25, 03_26, 03_27) The electrical system is protected by: - a 20A and 15A fuse, terminal block «A» located in the battery compartment under the saddle; - two 10A fuses, terminal block «B» and two 7.5A fuses, terminal block «C» located inside the legshield under the steering cover;...
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CAUTION PERFORM THE OPERATIONS CAREFULLY. DO NOT DAMAGE THE TONGUES OR THEIR SEATS. HANDLE THE PAINTED AND PLASTIC COMPONENTS CAREFULLY. DO NOT SCRATCH OR DAMAGE THEM. 03_26 03_27 FUSES Fuse No. 1 Capacity: 20A Protected circuits: battery- powered recharge system and fuse No.
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Fuse No. 2 Capacity: 7.5A Protected circuits: live power supply to injection load solenoid, Immobilizer aerial, ECU. Location:steering cover. Fuse No. 3 Capacity: 10 A Protected circuits: live power supply to instrument panel, horn, turn indicator control device, stop light, start-up remote control...
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2.Hold and slide off the bulb. N.B. IF MISTING IS NOTICED ON THE INSIDE OF THE HEADLAMP GLASS, THIS DOES NOT INDICATE A FAULT AND IS ATTRIBUTABLE TO HUMIDITY AND/OR TO LOW TEMPERATURES. THE PHENOMENON SHOULD QUICKLY DISAPPEAR WHEN THE LIGHT IS SWITCHED ON.
Headlight adjustment (03_32, 03_33) Proceed as follows: - Position the vehicle in running order and with the tyres inflated to the prescribed pressure, onto a flat surface, 10 m away from a half-lit white screen; ensure that the longitudinal axis of the vehicle is perpendicular to the screen; - Turn on the headlight and check that the borderline of the projected light beam on the screen is not higher than 9/10 or lower than 7/10 of the distance from the ground to the centre of the vehicle headlamp;...
Front direction indicators (03_34, 03_35) To replace the bulbs: 1. Remove the turn indicator from its fitting by undoing the screw «A». 2. Take out the bulb holder «B» from its fitting by turning it anticlockwise. 3. Press the bulb, turn it anticlockwise and then take it out. To refit, proceed in reverse order.
N.B. IF MISTING IS NOTICED ON THE INSIDE OF THE HEADLAMP GLASS, THIS DOES NOT INDICATE A FAULT AND IS ATTRIBUTABLE TO HUMIDITY AND/OR TO LOW TEMPERATURES. THE PHENOMENON SHOULD QUICKLY DISAPPEAR WHEN THE LIGHT IS SWITCHED ON. THE PRESENCE OF DROPS OF WATER, ON THE OTHER HAND, COULD INDI- CATE THAT WATER IS INFILTRATING.
Number plate light (03_40, 03_41) To remove the license plate bulb proceed as follows: - Slide off the bulb holder «A» from its seat by operating from the inside of the license plate holder. - Slide off bulb «B». CAUTION 03_40 DO NOT PULL THE ELECTRICAL WIRING TO EXTRACT THE BULB HOLDER.
To remove the rear view mirror unscrew the nut «A» and turn the rear-view mirror supporting stem anticlockwise. 03_42 Front disc brake (03_43) 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.
TER REPLACING THE BRAKE PADS, DO NOT USE THE SCOOTER UNTIL YOU HAVE OPERATED THE BRAKE LEVER SEVERAL TIMES IN ORDER TO ALLOW THE PLUNGERS TO SETTLE AND THE LEVER STROKE TO BE SET TO THE CORRECT POSITION. CAUTION THE PRESENCE OF SAND, MUD, SNOW MIXED WITH SALT, ETC. ON THE ROAD, CAN DRASTICALLY REDUCE THE LIFE OF THE BRAKE PADS.
moving the wheel in question. Take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer for these operations. CAUTION TO USE THE "INFLATE AND REPAIR" SPRAY CAN PROPERLY, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PACKAGING. 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.
Recommended products AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Oil to lubricate flexible transmissions (throttle control) Oil for 4-stroke engines Cleaning the vehicle Use a low pressure jet of water to soften the caked dirt and mud deposited on the painted surfaces. Once softened, sponge off mud and dirt using a car body sponge soaked in a car body shampoo and water solution (2-4% of car shampoo in water).
WARNING WHEN WASHING THE ENGINE WITH A HIGH-PRESSURE WATER JET: • ONLY USE FAN SPRAY JETS. • KEEP NOZZLE AT LEAST 60 CM AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE • DO NOT USE WATER AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40°C. • DO NOT DIRECT THE JET AT THE CARBURETOR, THE ELECTRIC CABLES, THE COOLING SLITS IN THE TRANSMISSION COVER AND THE SPIRAL COVER.
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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. TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO «OFF»...
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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 SUSPENSION Shock absorber fault, oil leak, end Contact an Authorised Service...
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³ ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Type Single-cylinder, 4-stroke Engine capacity 124 cm³ Bore x stroke 57.0 x 48.6 mm Max. power 7.9 kW at 8,250 rpm MAX. torque 9.6 Nm at 6,500 rpm Compression ratio 10.6 ± 0.5: 1 Valve clearance intake 0.10 exhaust 0.15 Timing system 2 valves, single overhead...
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Ignition Electronic inductive discharge ignition, with variable advance and separate HV coil. Ignition advance Three-dimensional map managed by control unit Spark plug (125cc) NGK CR8EB Electrode gap 0.7 to 0.8 mm Fuel system Electronic injection with Ø 28 mm throttle body, single injector Fuel Unleaded petrol (95 RON) Exhaust silencer...
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Timing system 2 valves, single overhead camshaft, chain driven. Transmission Automatic 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.
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VEHICLE TECHNICAL DATA Chassis Stamped plate body with welded structural reinforcements. Front suspension Single arm with helical spring and single double-acting hydraulic shock absorber. Rear suspension Double-acting shock absorber, adjustable to four positions at preloading. Front brake Ø 200-mm disc brake with hydraulic control activated by handlebar right-side lever.
CAPACITY Engine oil ~ 1.100 cm³ Hub oil ~ 100 cm³ Fuel tank (reserve) ~8.3 ± 0.5 l (~2.5 l) Kit equipment (04_02) The toolkit comprises: - One box-spanner. - One twin screwdriver. - One special spanner for adjusting rear shock absorbers. The tools are stored in the helmet compartment.
Warnings (05_01) WARNING IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT "ORIGINAL PIAGGIO SPARE PARTS" BE USED, AS THESE ARE THE ONLY ONES OFFERING YOU THE SAME QUALITY AS- SURANCE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE VEHICLE. IT SHOULD BE REMEMBERED THAT USING NON-ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS CAUSES YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS TO EXPIRE.
Scheduled maintenance table (06_01) Adequate maintenance is fundamental to ensure 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.
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Km x 1,000 Cylinder ventilation system Brake control levers Brake fluid ** Engine oil * Hub oil Headlight aiming adjustment Brake pads Sliding blocks / variable speed rollers Tyre pressure and wear Vehicle test ride Odometer gear Suspension Steering Transmissions I: INSPECT AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE, IF NECESSARY C: CLEAN, R: REPLACE, A: ADJUST, L: LUBRICATE * Check level every 3,000 km...
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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 BRAKE 4 Brake fluid FMVSS DOT 4 Synthetic fluid AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Oil to lubricate flexible transmissions (brakes, Oil for 4-stroke engines throttle control and odometer) AGIP FILTER OIL...
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The descriptions and illustrations given in this publication are not binding. While the basic specifications as described and illustrated in this manual remain unchanged, PIAGGIO-GILERA 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 con- struction reasons.