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Vespa LX 125ie 150ie 3Valvole
Ed. 01_04/2012

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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.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INDEX VEHICLE..................Stand..................36 Dashboard................Automatic transmission............. 36 Analogue instrument panel............Safe driving................37 Clock..................11 Rear rack.................. 38 Key switch................. 12 MAINTENANCE................41 Locking the steering wheel............ 13 Engine oil level................42 Releasing the steering wheel..........13 Engine oil level check............42 Switch direction indicators............
  • Page 6 TECHNICAL DATA..............77 Data..................78 Toolkit..................83 SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES........85 Warnings................... 86 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE............ 87 Scheduled servicing table............88...
  • Page 7: Vehicle

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  • Page 8: Dashboard

    Dashboard (01_01) 01_01...
  • Page 9: Analogue Instrument Panel

    A = Ignition key-switch B = Horn button C = Turn indicator switch D = Light switches E = Left hand grip F = Rear brake control lever G = Analogue instrument panel H = Front brake control lever I = Throttle grip L = Start-up button Analogue instrument panel (01_02)
  • Page 10 01_02 M = Engine control telltale light N = Low engine oil pressure warning light;...
  • Page 11: Clock

    O = Turn indicator warning light P = High-beam warning light Q = Daylight running light/low-beam light warning light R =Low fuel warning light S= = Fuel gauge T = Speedometer U = = Immobilizer LED warning light V = Digital clock Z = Odometer Clock (01_03) Located in the instrument panel, it displays hours and minutes with 1 to 12-hour time,...
  • Page 12: Key Switch

    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.
  • Page 13: Locking The Steering Wheel

    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».
  • Page 14: Switch Direction Indicators

    Switch direction indicators (01_07) By moving the turn indicator switch «C» to the left, to position «1», the left turn indi- cators turn on. By moving the switch «C» to the right, to position «2», the right turn indicators turn on. The turn indicator switch «C»...
  • Page 15: Start-Up Button

    CAUTION DO NOT PLACE, TRANSPORT OBJECTS AND/OR CLOTHES OVER THE FRONT HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY, WHEN THE HEADLIGHT IS TURNED ON OR OFF. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS PRECAUTION MAY CAUSE OVERHEATING AND THE SUBSEQUENT FUSION OF THE GLASS. 01_09 Start-up button (01_10) To start the engine, pull either of the two brake levers and then push the button «L».
  • Page 16: Keys

    Keys (01_11, 01_12, 01_13) The vehicle is supplied with two types of keys. The red-handgrip key «A» is 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 17: Immobilizer Device Enabled Indicator Led

    Immobilizer device enabled indicator led (01_14) Activation of the «PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER» system is signalled by a flashing warning light «U» (see «Analogue instrument panel» section). 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 be provided by an Author- ised Piaggio Service Centre with information on the type of fault detected.
  • Page 18 VIOLENT SHOCKS MAY AFFECT THE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OF THE KEY. IF OWNERSHIP OF THE VEHICLE IS TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER PERSON, THE KEY WITH THE RED GRIP (AS WELL AS THE OTHER KEYS) AND THE "CODE CARD" MUST BE ALSO TRANSFERRED TO THE NEW OWNER. Procedure start - red key Insert the red ignition key in the switch key (in "OFF"...
  • Page 19: Fuel Tank

    Proper programming check Insert the red key disabling the transponder (i.e., tilt the key cap by 90°) and turn the key to "ON". Perform the engine start-up operation. Ensure that the engine does not start. Insert the blue key and repeat the start-up operation. Check that engine starts. WARNING SHOULD THE ENGINE START WITH THE RED KEY (WITH TRANSPONDER OFF), OR IN THE EVENT OF WRONG OPERATION DURING PROGRAMMING, REPEAT...
  • Page 20: Opening The Saddle

    Opening the saddle (01_16) To lift the saddle; - insert the key into the saddle lock «A»; - turn the key anticlockwise and lift the saddle towards the instrument panel. When lifting the saddle, you access the: - fuel tank cap, - helmet compartment;...
  • Page 21: Identification

    - Undo the fixing screw. - Turn the handlebar until the end of one side. - Remove the front cover upwards and to the side, releasing the housing tongues. 01_18 01_19 Identification (01_20, 01_21) Identification registration numbers are made up of a prefix and a number, stamped on the chassis and on the engine.
  • Page 22 CAUTION BE REMINDED THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION NUMBERS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS (IMPOUNDING OF THE VEHICLE, ETC.). Chassis number The chassis number «A» is stamped near the battery compartment. To read it proceed as follows: - lift the saddle; - lift the helmet compartment by removing it.
  • Page 23: Rear Top Box Opening

    Rear top box opening (01_22) Turn the key to «OFF». Then press it. When the key is set to «LOCK», the glove-box is locked. 01_22 Bag clip (01_23) The bag hook is placed on the saddle end. To use the hook, slide it off from the front. Maximum applicable load: 1.5 kg 01_23 FOR THE USER SAFETY, THE DIMENSIONS OF THE LOAD SHOULD NOT BE...
  • Page 24: Helmet Anti-Theft Device

    JECT, THE ENDS UNDER THE SADDLE, IN ORDER TO AVOID SERIOUS EN- DANGERING OF THE VEHICLE. Helmet Anti-theft Device (01_24) When lifting the saddle, as described in paragraph «Saddle opening», you can reach the antitheft device «A» at which it is possible to secure a helmet. CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID ENDANGERING THE STABILITY WHEN RIDING, DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER WITH THE HELMET INSERTED INTO THE ANTITHEFT DE-...
  • Page 25: Use

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  • Page 26: Checks

    Checks (02_01) 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. 02_01 6.
  • Page 27: Tyre Pressure

    Characteristic Fuel tank capacity (8.2±0.5) 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- ING DANGEROUS. 02_03 TYRES MUST BE REPLACED WHEN THE TREAD REACHES THE WEAR LIMITS SET FORTH BY LAW.
  • Page 28: Shock Absorbers Adjustment

    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. Position 1: minimum preload: rider only Position 2 medium preloading: rider only Position 3 medium preloading: rider and passenger...
  • Page 29: Running In

    WARNING WE RECOMMEND WEARING GLOVES WHILE CARRYING OUT THIS OPERA- TION IN ORDER TO AVOID INJURIES. Running in (02_06, 02_07) 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.
  • Page 30: Starting Up The Engine

    Starting up the engine (02_08, 02_09, 02_10, 02_11, 02_12) 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. The vehicle is equipped with an electrical fuel pump that switches on automatically as soon as the engine is started.
  • Page 31 - Wait for the engine control telltale light to turn off. 02_10 - To start the engine, pull either of the two brake levers «B-C» and then push the button «A». The vehicle is equipped with special starter procedure management. The starter motor remains active until the engine starts even if switch «L»...
  • Page 32 COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS. Starting up the engine (02_12, 02_13, 02_14, 02_15, 02_16, 02_17) 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 33 - Wait for the engine control telltale light to turn off. 02_15 - To start the engine, pull either of the two brake levers «B-C» and then push the button «A». The vehicle is equipped with special starter procedure management. The starter motor remains active until the engine starts even if switch «L»...
  • Page 34: Difficult Start Up

    COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS. Difficult start up (02_18) In the rare case of a flooded engine, and in order to facilitate starting, 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.
  • Page 35: Anti-Theft Ring

    Anti-theft ring (02_20) The ring shown in the figure, located on the right side of the vehicle is used to fasten the vehicle to a stable object using a vehicle chain. Do not use the ring for other pur- poses. WARNING THIS ACCESSORY IS NOT A THEFT PREVENTION GUARANTEE, IT IS ONLY A 02_20...
  • Page 36: Stand

    Stand (02_22) Lower the projection of the centre stand by kicking the bracket while pulling the vehicle backward, holding onto the handlebars. 02_22 Automatic transmission (02_23) 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.
  • Page 37: Safe Driving

    Safe driving (02_24) Some simple tips are provided below that will enable you to use your vehicle on a daily basis, confidently and safely. Your skill and your mechanical knowledge are the basis of safe riding. We recommend trying out the vehicle in traffic-free zones to familiarise with it.
  • Page 38: Rear Rack

    DEN BY LAW, AND RENDERS THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TO THE APPROVED TYPE AND DANGEROUS FOR RIDING. CAUTION DO NOT ADJUST THE MIRRORS WHILE RIDING. THIS COULD CAUSE YOU TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. WARNING IN ORDER TO PREVENT ANY ACCIDENTS RIDE VERY CAREFULLY AFTER ADDING ACCESSORIES AND WHILE CARRYING LUGGAGE.
  • Page 39 The «Touring» version is also equipped with front luggage carrier «C», as well as the rear one «A» indicated above. WARNING Front luggage carrier maximum admissible load: 4 kg 02_26...
  • Page 41: Maintenance

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  • Page 42: Engine Oil Level

    Engine oil level In four stroke engines, the engine oil is used to lubricate the timing 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.
  • Page 43: Engine Oil Top-Up

    03_02 ENGINE OIL CAPACITY Engine oil 1220 cc (of which 120 cc in the filtering cartridge) 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. Take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre to have the engine oil checked and if necessary, topped-up as indi- cated in the scheduled maintenance table.
  • Page 44: 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 45 WARNING A LEVEL HIGHER THAN THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT INDICATED BY THE DIP- STICK, CAN CAUSE VEHICLE MALFUNCTION. CAUTION 03_07 USED OIL CONTAINS SUBSTANCES WHICH CAN BE HARMFUL TO THE ENVI- RONMENT. FOR OIL REPLACEMENT, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE WHICH IS EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRON- MENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY.
  • Page 46: Hub Oil Level

    Hub oil level (03_08) Check the presence of oil in the hub, according to the regular controls shown in the table of the scheduled maintenance. WARNING FOR THE REGULAR CHECK OF THE HUB OIL LEVEL SHOWN IN THE SCHED- ULED MAINTENANCE TABLE, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE. FOR THE CONTROLS OF THE HUB OIL LEVEL THAT ARE NOT PREDETER- MINED BY THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE, OPERATE AS DESCRI- BED.
  • Page 47 TOP-UP If necessary carry out the top-up, DO NOT use the vehicle and contact an Author- ised Service Centre. 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 USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
  • Page 48: Tyres

    Tyres (03_09) 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 sides or irregular tread wear;...
  • Page 49: Spark Plug Dismantlement

    Spark plug dismantlement (03_10, 03_11, 03_12) Removal In order to inspect the spark plug, follow the operation described when the engine is cold: - Slide off the spark plug inspection cover «A» by unscrewing the screw «B». - Slide off the spark plug tube «C». - Remove the spark plug using the box-spanner supplied.
  • Page 50: Removing The Air Filter

    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 (125cm³) NGK CR8EB Spark plug (150cm³) NGK CR8EB Electrode gap 0.7 to 0.8 mm Removing the air filter To remove and clean the air filter, follow the indications in the scheduled maintenance...
  • Page 51: Checking The Brake Oil Level

    Checking the brake oil level (03_13) The tank of the brake fluid is placed on the right side of the handlebar, under the handlebar cover. To control the brake fluid level, proceed as follows: - rest the vehicle on its centre stand and with the handlebars perfectly horizontal; - control the level with the relative inspection sight glass «A», visible on the right front side of the handlebar cover: •...
  • Page 52 03_15 - Working separately on both sides of the vehicle, release the fin inside the handlebar covers. - Remove the front handlebar cover. - Slide off the front handlebar covers from the front, paying attention to the connections of the bulbs and place it on the front shield. 03_16 - Remove the tank cover «C»...
  • Page 53 WARNING ONLY USE DOT 4-CLASSIFIED BRAKE FLUID. BRAKE CIRCUIT FLUID IS VERY CORROSIVE; MAKE SURE THAT IT DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAINTWORK. 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.
  • Page 54: Battery

    Battery (03_18) To access the battery, tilt the saddle forwards, then remove the battery compartment access door by unscrewing the star-shaped screw "A" shown in the figure. The battery is the electrical device that requires the most frequent attention and the most thorough maintenance.
  • Page 55: Use Of A New Battery

    Use of a new battery (03_19) 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_19 DO NOT REVERSE THE POLARITY: RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT AND DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
  • Page 56 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.
  • Page 57: Fuses

    Fuses (03_20, 03_21, 03_22, 03_23) The electrical system is protected by main and secondary fuses, positioned as: MAIN FUSE HOLDER «A» battery compartment under the saddle Access to the main fuse holders «A»: - Lift the saddle and open the fuse holders. 03_20 MAIN FUSES Fuse No.
  • Page 58 03_21 SECONDARY FUSES «B»: inside the front shield under the front cover. Access to the secondary fuses «B»: - Remove the front cover as described in paragraph "Opening cases". - Open the fuse holders. 03_22 SECONDARY FUSES Fuse No. 3 Capacity:10A Protected circuits:Protected...
  • Page 59 Protected circuits: Protected circuits: Live accessories, instrument panel, horn, stop switch and starter remote control. Fuse No. 5 Capacity: 5A Protected circuits: coil battery powered, solenoid loads, immobilizer antenna and control unit MIU. Fuse No. 6 Capacity: 7.5 A Protected circuits: Protected circuits: key powered to daylight...
  • Page 60 CAUTION BEFORE REPLACING THE FUSE IT IS NECESSARY TO FIND AND SOLVE THE FAILURE THAT CAUSED IT TO BLOW. DO NOT REPLACE THE FUSE WITH ANY ALTERNATIVE FORM OF CONDUC- TOR. CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ELECTRIC SYSTEM, NEVER DISCON- NECT THE WIRING WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
  • Page 61 BULBS High/low beam light bulb Type: Halogen (H4) Power: 12V - 55/60W Quantity: 1 Front daylight running light bulbs Type: Incandescent Power:12V - 5W Quantity: 1 Stop light/rear daylight running Type: Incandescent light bulb Power:12V-5W/16W Quantity: 1 License plate bulb Type: Incandescent Power: 12V - 5W Quantity: 1...
  • Page 62: Front Light Group

    Power: 12V - 10W Quantity: 1 RHS + 1 LHS Instrument panel bulb Type: Incandescent Power: 12V - 2W Quantity: 3 Front light group (03_24, 03_25, 03_26, 03_27, 03_28) To access the headlight bulbs, remove the front of the handlebar cover, as follows: - Remove the front cover as described in paragraph "Opening cases".
  • Page 63 - Very carefully release the front handlebar cover from the side tongues, place internal and on both sides. - Move the handlebar cover from the front. CAUTION PERFORM THE OPERATIONS CAREFULLY. 03_26 DO NOT DAMAGE THE TONGUES OR THEIR SEATS. HANDLE THE PAINTED AND PLASTIC COMPONENTS CAREFULLY.
  • Page 64: Headlight Adjustment

    THE PRESENCE OF DROPS OF WATER, ON THE OTHER HAND, COULD INDI- CATE THAT WATER IS INFILTRATING. CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE. DAYLIGHT RUNNING LIGHT BULB - Slide off the bulb «F»from the seat, paying attention to the electrical connections. - Slide off the bulb from the bulb holder and replace it.
  • Page 65: Front Direction Indicators

    03_30 Front direction indicators (03_31, 03_32) To replace the bulbs: - remove the turn indicator from its seat by undoing the screw «A». 03_31 - Slide of the clip«B» and release the connector. - Take out the bulb holder «C» from its seat by turning it anticlockwise. - Press the bulb, turn it anticlockwise and then take it out.
  • Page 66: Rear Optical Unit

    Rear optical unit (03_33, 03_34) To replace the taillight bulb: 1. Remove the two screws «A» and slide off the rear headlight assembly. 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.
  • Page 67: Rear Turn Indicators

    Rear turn indicators (03_35, 03_36) To replace the bulbs: - remove the turn indicator from its seat by undoing the screw «A». 03_35 - Slide of the clip«B» and release the connector. - Take out the bulb holder «C» from its seat by turning it anticlockwise. - Press the bulb, turn it anticlockwise and then take it out.
  • Page 68: Rear-View Mirrors

    CAUTION DO NOT PULL THE ELECTRICAL WIRING TO EXTRACT THE BULB HOLDER. 03_38 Rear-view mirrors (03_39) The mirrors can be set to the desired position by adjusting the mirror frame. To remove the rear view mirror, lift the rubber protection, unscrew the lock nut «A» slightly to unlock the stem.
  • Page 69: Front Disc Brake

    Front disc brake (03_40) 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 70: Rear Drum Brake

    Rear drum brake (03_41) 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». CAUTION BRAKING SHOULD BEGIN AFTER ABOUT 1/3 OF THE BRAKE LEVER STROKE. 03_41 Puncture (03_42) The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless tyres (without inner tube).
  • Page 71: Periods Of Inactivity

    Periods of inactivity (03_43) 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, add 1÷2 cm³ of oil through its hole (larger amounts are dangerous for the engine itself). Operate the starter button 1-2 times for roughly 1 second to turn the engine over slowly, then insert the spark plug again;...
  • Page 72 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 73: 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 Fuse blown Replace the blown fuse and have the vehicle checked by an Authorised Service Centre.
  • Page 74 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 IGNITION KEY TO «OFF»...
  • Page 75 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...
  • Page 77: Technical Data

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  • Page 78: Data

    Data (04_01) 04_01...
  • Page 79 VEHICLE TECHNICAL DATA Frame 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.
  • Page 80 ³ ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Type Single-cylinder, 4-stroke Engine capacity 124 cm³ Bore x stroke 52.0 x 58.6 mm Max. power 8.5 kW at 8,250 rpm MAX. torque 10.7 Nm at 6,500 rpm Compression ratio (10.5±0.5):1 Idle speed (1,750±100) rpm Valve clearance intake: 0.08 mm exhaust: 0.08 mm Timing system...
  • Page 81 Ignition Electronic inductive discharge ignition, with variable advance and separate HV coil. Ignition advance Three-dimensional map managed by control unit Spark plug (125cm³) 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...
  • Page 82 exhaust: 0.08 mm Timing system 3 valves (2 intake, 1 drainage). single overhead camshaft chain- driven. 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.
  • Page 83: Toolkit

    Emissions compliance EURO 3 CAPACITY Engine oil 1220 cc (of which 120 cc in the filtering cartridge) Hub oil 200 cm³ Fuel tank capacity (8.2±0.5) l Toolkit (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.
  • Page 85: Spare Parts And Accessories

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  • Page 86: Warnings

    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 05_01 CAUSES YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS TO EXPIRE.
  • Page 87: Scheduled Maintenance

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  • Page 88: 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 89 km x 1,000 Valve clearance Electrical system and battery Cylinder ventilation system Brake levers Brake fluid ** Engine oil* Hub oil Headlight direction adjustment Brake pads Tyre pressure and wear Vehicle road test Odometer gear Suspension Steering Transmission I: CHECK AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE, IF NECESSARY C: CLEAN; R: REPLACE; A: ADJUST; L: LUBRICATE * Check level every 2,500 km ** Replace every 2 years...
  • Page 90 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 91 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)
  • Page 93 TABLE OF CONTENTS Start-up: 15 Switch: 12, 14 Air filter: 50 Fuel: 19 Light switch: 14 Fuses: 57 Tank: 19 Battery: 54, 55 Maintenance: 41, 87 Technical Data: 77 Brake: 51, 69, 70 Headlight: 64 Mirrors: 68 Toolkit: 83 Horn: 14 Top box: 23 Hub oil: 46 Transmission: 36...
  • Page 94 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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