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VESPA Vespa LX 50 4T
Ed. 03_10/2012
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- Page 1 Vespa 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.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
INDEX VEHICLE..................Sparkplugdismantlement............32 Dashboard................Removingtheairfilter..............33 Clock..................10 Secondaryairsystem..............34 Keyswitch.................. 10 Checkingthebrakeoillevel............35 Lockingthesteeringwheel............10 Battery..................36 Releasingthesteeringwheel........... 11 Checkingtheelectrolytelevel........... 37 Switchdirectionindicators............11 Long periods of inactivity............38 Hornbutton................12 Fuses..................39 Lightswitch................12 Frontlightgroup................41 Start-upbutton................13 Headlightadjustment.............. -
Page 7: Vehicle
VESPA Vespa LX 50 4T Chap. 01 Vehicle... -
Page 8: Dashboard
01_01 Dashboard (01_01) A = Speedometer B = Odometer C = Fuel gauge... - Page 9 D = Front brake control lever E = Turn indicator warning light F = Preset light G = High-beam warning light H = Low fuel warning light I = Low-beam/position light warning light L = High/low beam switch M = Turn indicator switch N = Horn button P = Starter button Q = Throttle grip...
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Page 10: Clock
Clock (01_02) Hours and minutes are displayed in a 1 to 12, AM or PM, format on the instrument panel. Operating the function selection switch «T» month, day and seconds can be seen besides hours and minutes. In order to adjust the above mentioned functions, operate button «U». -
Page 11: Releasingthesteeringwheel
CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «KEY OFF» WHILE RIDING. Releasingthesteeringwheel Reinsert the key and turn it to «OFF». CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «KEY OFF» WHILE RIDING. Switchdirectionindicators (01_04) To set the left turn indicators flashing, move lever «B» to the left; to set the right turn indicators flashing, move it to the right. -
Page 12: Hornbutton
Hornbutton (01_05) Horn button «E» 01_05 Lightswitch (01_06) 0 = Low-beam and taillight 1 = High-beam and taillight 01_06... -
Page 13: Start-Upbutton
Start-upbutton (01_07) To start the engine, press the starter button, «P», after pulling either one of the two brake levers. 01_07 Openingthesaddle (01_08) Insert the key into the saddle lock «A», turn it anticlockwise and tip the saddle forward. 01_08... -
Page 14: Keys
Keys (01_09) 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... -
Page 15: Reartopboxopening
Reartopboxopening (01_12) Turn the key to «OFF». Then press it. When the key is set to «LOCK», the glove-box is locked. 01_12 Bagclip (01_13) To use the retractable bag hook «B» located at the front end of the saddle, pull it forward lightly. -
Page 17: Use
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Page 18: Checks
Checks Before using the vehicle, check: 1. That the fuel tank is full. 2. The oil level in the rear hub. 3. Engine oil level (see section «Engine oil level»). 4. That tyres are properly inflated. 5. Correct functioning of headlights, rear taillight and turn indicators. 6. -
Page 19: Tyrepressure
CAUTION USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE. Characteristic Fuel tank capacity ~ 8.5 l (2 l of which is reserve) Tyrepressure CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD.INCOR- RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID- ING DANGEROUS. -
Page 20: Runningin
Runningin (02_02) 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. -
Page 21: Precautions
CAUTION DO NOT CARRY OUT THESE OPERATIONS IN CLOSED AREAS SINCE EX- HAUST GASES ARE TOXIC. CAUTION ALWAYS PLACE THE VEHICLE ON ITS STAND BEFORE KICK STARTING. Precautions CAUTION NEVER STRESS THE ENGINE AT LOW TEMPERATURES IN ORDER TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE. -
Page 22: Difficultstartup
Difficultstartup (02_04) If there is a problem you can follow the instructions below: 1. Engine flooded. Place the vehicle on its centre stand and check that the rear wheel is off the ground. Open the throttle fully and press the starter button for five seconds and then stop for five seconds. -
Page 23: Stoppingtheengine
Stoppingtheengine (02_05) 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 EX- 02_05 HAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS. -
Page 24: Safedriving
Safedriving WARNING SOME SIMPLE TIPS ARE PROVIDED BELOW WHICH WILL ENABLE YOU TO USE YOUR VEHICLE ON A DAILY BASIS MORE EASILY AND SAFELY. < Your ability and your knowledge of the vehicle form the basis of safe riding. We rec- ommend trying out the vehicle in traffic-free zones to get to know your vehicle completely. - Page 25 8. Any elaboration that modifies the vehicle's performances, such as tampering with original structural parts is strictly forbidden by law, and renders the vehicle not con- forming to the approved type and therefor dangerous to ride. CAUTION RIDING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, DRUGS OR CERTAIN MEDI- CINES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ONESELF AND FOR OTHERS.
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Page 27: Maintenance
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Page 28: Engineoillevel
Engineoillevel 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 seriously dam- age the engine. In all 4T engines the decay of oil characteristics as well as some consumption is normal. -
Page 29: Engineoiltop-Up
Engineoiltop-up 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 every 3,000 km at an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre. Engineoilchange (03_03) Change oil and clean the filter after every 6,000 km at an Authorised Service Cen- tre. -
Page 30: Huboillevel
Huboillevel (03_04, 03_05, 03_06) To check the hub oil level, proceed as follows: 1. Park the scooter on level ground and rest it on its stand. 2. Unscrew the oil dipstick «A», dry it with a clean cloth and then reinsert it, screwing it fully into place;... -
Page 31: Tyres
API GL-4 Characteristic Rear hub oil Quantity: approx. 85 cc Tyres (03_07) Periodically check the inflation pressure of each tyre (when cold). The tyres are fitted with a wear indicator and must be replaced as soon as such indicator appears on the tread. -
Page 32: Sparkplugdismantlement
Sparkplugdismantlement (03_08, 03_09, 03_10, 03_11) The engine must be cold to inspect the sparkplug, proceed as follows: 1. Lift the saddle and remove the helmet compartment "A"; 2. Remove the sparkplug inspection door "B"; 3. Remove plug cap "C"; 4. Use the equipped spanner "D"(with rubber stop) and a 13 mm spanner to remove the sparkplug. -
Page 33: Removingtheairfilter
Alternative spark plug DENSO U24ESR-NB 03_11 Removingtheairfilter (03_12, 03_13) Remove the side fairing unscrewing the 2 screws A. Take off air cleaner cover «D» after having unscrewed the 6 fixing screws «C», then take out the filter. Clean with water and car shampoo, afterwards dry with compressed air and submerge in a rec- ommended oil and petrol mixture in ratio of 50%. -
Page 34: Secondaryairsystem
Secondaryairsystem (03_14, 03_15, 03_16, 03_17) Undo the two screws «A» of the side fairing and remove the fairing. Undo the three screws «B» and remove the housing cover of the secondary air system. Detach the housing cover and remove the filtering element «C» made of sponge. Wash the sponge with water and neutral soap, then dry with a clean cloth and short blasts of compressed air. -
Page 35: Checkingthebrakeoillevel
03_17 Checkingthebrakeoillevel (03_18, 03_19) 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;... -
Page 36: Battery
WARNING IN NORMAL CLIMATIC CONDITIONS IT IS ADVISABLE TO REPLACE THE ABOVE-MENTIONED FLUID EVERY 2 YEAR. NEVER USE BRAKE FLUID CON- TAINED IN CONTAINERS WHICH ARE ALREADY OPEN OR PARTIALLY USED. CAUTION THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE. THEREFORE, WHEN TOPPING UP, AVOID LETTING IT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAINTED PARTS OF THE VEHICLE. -
Page 37: Checkingtheelectrolytelevel
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. CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, NEVER DISCON- NECT THE WIRING WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. DO NOT TIP THE VEHICLE TOO MUCH IN ORDER TO AVOID DANGEROUS LEAKAGE OF THE BATTERY ELECTROLYTE. -
Page 38: Long Periods Of Inactivity
Long periods of inactivity Battery performance will be poor if the vehicle is not used for a long time. This is the result of the natural phenomenon of battery discharging, and may be due to residual absorption by vehicle components with constant power consumption. Poor battery performance may also be due to environmental conditions and the cleanliness of the poles. -
Page 39: Fuses
WARNING USED BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA- TIONS IN FORCE. Fuses (03_21) The electrical system is protected by a 10A fuse valve «B» located next to the battery. Before replacing a blown fuse, find and solve the problem that caused it to blow. - Page 40 Quantity: 1 Front side light bulb Type: All glass Power: 12V 5W Quantity: 1 Instrument panel lighting bulbs Type: All glass Power: 12V 1.2W Quantity: 3 Front turn indicator light bulb Type: Spherical Power: 12V - 10W Quantity: 1 RHS + 1 LHS Rear turn indicator light bulb Type: Spherical Power: 12V - 10W...
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Page 41: Frontlightgroup
Function: Lights, high-beam lights, fuel reserve Quantity: 3 Frontlightgroup (03_22, 03_23) To access the headlight bulbs, remove the front of the handlebar cover, as follows: 1) Remove the rear-view mirrors; for this operation follow the instructions described and illustrated in the «Rear-view mirrors» section. 2) Unscrew the 3 screws holding the handlebar cover. -
Page 42: Headlightadjustment
Headlightadjustment (03_24, 03_25) Proceed as follows: 1. Place the vehicle in running order and with the tyres inflated to the prescribed pres- sure, on a flat surface 10 m away from a white screen situated in a shaded area, making sure that the longitudinal axis of the vehicle is perpendicular to the screen; 2. -
Page 43: Rearopticalunit
Rearopticalunit (03_27) In order to reach the rear light bulb, remove the 2 «D» retaining screws. Gently push and turn the bulb about 30° and then remove it. To refit follow the same steps but 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. -
Page 44: Rear-Viewmirrors
Rear-viewmirrors (03_29) The mirrors can be set to the desired position by adjusting the mirror frame. To remove the rear-view mirror rotate the rear-view mirror support rod clockwise. 03_29 Idleadjustment (03_30) Proceed as follows: 1. Rest the scooter on its centre stand and lift the saddle (as described in the «Saddle opening to reach helmet compartment»... -
Page 45: Frontdiscbrake
MISSION NEEDS ADJUSTING TAKE YOUR SCOOTER TO AN AUTHORISED DEALER OR SERVICE CENTRE. Characteristic Engine idle speed 1,700 ± 100 rpm Frontdiscbrake (03_31) 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. -
Page 46: Reardrumbrake
CAUTION BRAKING SHOULD BEGIN AFTER ABOUT 1/3 OF THE BRAKE LEVER STROKE. Reardrumbrake (03_32) Operate adjusting nut «B» and loosen lock nut «A» shown in the figure. Note that when the throttle is in idle the wheel should rotate free. After the adjustment, screw lock nut «A». -
Page 47: Delveicolo
delveicolo (03_34) We recommend carrying out the following operations: 1. General cleaning of the vehicle. 2 - With the engine off and the piston at bottom dead centre position, remove the spark plug and pour 1÷2 cc of motor oil through its hole. Operate the starter motor 3-4 times letting the engine perform a few revolutions, then remount the spark plug. - Page 48 WARNING To avoid the appearance of oxidations, wash the vehicle every time it is used in certain areas or in special conditions of: · Environmental / seasonal conditions: use of salt, de-icer chemical products on the road in winter. · Air pollution: city and/or industrial areas. ·...
- Page 49 WARNING NEVER WASH THE VEHICLE UNDER DIRECT SUNLIGHT, ESPECIALLY IN SUM- MER WHEN THE BODYWORK IS STILL HOT, AS THE CAR SHAMPOO MAY DRY BEFORE BEING RINSED OFF, AND COULD DAMAGE THE PAINTWORK. NEVER USE RAGS SOAKED IN PETROL OR DIESEL OIL TO CLEAN THE PAINTED OR PLASTIC SURFACES, IN ORDER TO PREVENT THEM LOSING THEIR SHINE AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS.
- Page 50 GNITION PROBLEMS No spark from spark plug. Due to Check that the electrodes are the presence of high voltage, this properly adjusted (0.7÷ 0.8 mm). check should only be carried out by Check that the electrodes are an expert. clean (clean with pure petrol and metal brush or with emery cloth).
- Page 51 INEFFICIENT BRAKING Oil on drum or disc. Worn Pads/ Contact an Authorised Service Shoes Centre incorrect rear brake adjustment Adjust INEFFICIENT SUSPENSION Oil leak; worn limit switch bumpers; Contact an Authorised Service worn shock absorber attachment Centre points AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS Deteriorated roller housing or belt.
- Page 52 STAND DOES NOT RETURN TO POSITION Presence of dirt Clean and grease STARTER LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO CORRECT POSITION Presence of dirt Clean and grease...
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Page 53: Technicaldata
VESPA Vespa LX 50 4T Chap. 04 Technicaldata... - Page 54 04_01...
- Page 55 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Engine type Single cylinder, 4-stroke, Piaggio Hi-PER4 Engine capacity 49.9 cc Bore x stroke 39 X 41.8 mm Compression ratio 11.5 :1 Length 1755 mm Width 740 mm Maximum height 1140 mm Wheelbase 1290 mm Fuel Unleaded petrol Chassis Unitised body made of stamped plate.
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Page 56: Toolkit
Transmission Automatic variator CVT with torque server. Clutch Automatic centrifugal dry clutch Steering and suspensions Fulcrum steering tube on the front wheel-holder hub; helicoidal spring suspension and double-acting hydraulic shock absorber; rear with single chamber hydraulic shock absorber and coaxial spring not adjustable at preloading Rear tyre Tubeless;... -
Page 57: Sparepartsandaccessories
VESPA Vespa LX 50 4T Chap. 05 Sparepartsanda ccessories... -
Page 58: Warnings
Warnings (05_01, 05_02) 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 05_01 CAUSES YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS TO EXPIRE. -
Page 59: Scheduledmaintenance
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Page 60: Scheduledservicingtable
Scheduledservicingtable (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 61 Km x 1000 Electrical system and battery Cylinder ventilation system Brake levers Brake oil level (*) Hub oil level Engine oil Brake Pads/Shoes Tyre pressure Headlight Vehicle road test Idle speed Odometer gear CVT rollers Suspension Steering Transmission I: CHECK AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY. C: CLEAN, R:REPLACE, A: ADJUST, L:LUBRICATE * Replace every 2 years...
- Page 62 RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications AGIP GEAR SAE 80W-90 Lubricant for gearboxes and transmissions. API GL-4 AGIP BRAKE 4 Brake fluid. Synthetic fluid SAE J 1703 -FMVSS 116 - DOT 3/4 - ISO 4925 - CUNA NC 956 DOT 4 eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3...
- Page 63 TABLE OF CONTENTS Battery: 36 Puncture: 46 Checks: 18 Refuelling: 18 Clock: 10 Toolkit: 56 Fuses: 39 Tyres: 31 Identification: 14 Vehicle: 7 Keys: 14 Maintenance: 27...
- Page 64 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.