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APRILIA WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU
for choosing one of its products. We have compiled this booklet to provide a comprehensive overview of your vehicle's quality features. 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
well and that it will continue to give you satisfactory service for many years to come. This booklet is an integral part of the vehicle and must be handed
over to the new owner in the event of sale.
DORSODURO 750 - ABS_DORSODURO 750
Factory - ABS
Ed. 02_10/2015

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  • Page 1 APRILIA WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU for choosing one of its products. We have compiled this booklet to provide a comprehensive overview of your vehicle's quality features. 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; it also describes routine maintenance procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an Aprilia Dealer or Authorised Workshop. 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 The symbols illustrated above are very important.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INDEX GENERAL RULES............... Immobilizer system operation..........54 Foreword................Opening the saddle............... 55 Motorcycle care..............Glove/tool kit compartment............ 57 Carbon monoxide..............11 Identification................57 Fuel..................12 Luggage anchor point............... 58 Hot components..............12 USE....................61 Warning lights................ 13 Checks..................62 Coolant.................. 13 Refuelling..................
  • Page 6 Topping up clutch fluid............106 Battery removal..............107 Checking the electrolyte level..........108 Charging the battery.............. 108 Long periods of inactivity............109 Fuses..................110 Lamps..................112 Headlight adjustment............. 113 Front direction indicators............114 Rear optical unit................ 115 Rear turn indicators..............115 Number plate light..............
  • Page 7: General Rules

    DORSODURO 750 - ABS_DORSODURO 750 Factory - Chap. 01 General rules...
  • Page 8: Foreword

    TIONS, OFF ROAD OR FOR TRACK USE. Motorcycle care Aprilia recommends using quality products to clean the vehicle. The use of unsuitable products can damage vehicle components. For cleaning do not use solvents such as "nitro thinner", "cold cleaning agents", fuels or similar, or cleaning products that contain alcohol.
  • Page 9 USE OF HOT WATER INTENSIFIES THE EFFECT OF THE SALT. USE ONLY PLENTY OF COLD WATER TO WASH AND REMOVE ANTI-ICING SALT USE OF HIGH PRESSURE WASHING SYSTEMS (OR STEAM CLEANERS) CAN DAMAGE THE SEALS, OIL SEALS, BRAKING SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND THE SADDLE.
  • Page 10 OF PLASTIC PARTS. ROTARY BRUSHES OR SPONGES WITH HARD SURFA- CES CAN MAKE SCRATCHES CHROME PARTS AND POLISHED METAL TREAT THE PARTS MADE OF CHROME, ALUMINIUM OR POLISHED STEEL IN A SPECIAL MANNER. WASH THEM WITH PLENTY OF WATER AND CAR SHAM- POO, POLISH AND REGULARLY BRIGHTEN THEM WITH POLISH PASTE, PRO- TECT THEM WITH WAXES OR SUITABLE ACID-FREE PRODUCTS (E.G.
  • Page 11: Carbon Monoxide

    THE USE OF SILICONE SPRAY TO CLEAN THE RUBBER SEALS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE. DO NOT USE OTHER PRODUCTS CONTAINING SILICON FOR CLEANING THE MOTORCYCLE Carbon monoxide If you need to keep the engine running in order to perform a procedure, please ensure that you do so in an open or very well ventilated area.
  • Page 12: Fuel

    Fuel CAUTION THE FUEL USED TO POWER INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND MAY BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. IT IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED TO CARRY OUT REFUELLING AND MAINTE- NANCE PROCEDURES IN A VENTILATED AREA WITH THE ENGINE SWITCHED OFF.
  • Page 13: Warning Lights

    Warning lights IF IF THE ALARM WARNING LAMP LIGHTS AND THE MESSAGE "SERVICE" OR "URGENT SERVICE" IS DISPLAYED WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING NOR- MALLY, THIS INDICATES THAT THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT HAS FOUND AN ABNORMALITY. IN MANY CASES THE ENGINE MAY CONTINUE TO PERFORM, BUT WITH RE- DUCED PERFORMANCE;...
  • Page 14: Used Engine Oil And Gearbox Oil

    CAUTION TAKE CARE NOT TO POUR COOLANT ONTO HOT ENGINE OR EXHAUST SYS- TEM COMPONENTS; THE FLUID MAY CATCH FIRE AND BURN WITH INVISIBLE FLAMES. WHEN CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS, IT IS ADVISA- BLE TO WEAR LATEX GLOVES. EVEN THOUGH IT IS TOXIC, COOLANT HAS A SWEET FLAVOUR WHICH MAKES IT VERY ATTRACTIVE TO ANIMALS.
  • Page 15: Brake And Clutch Fluid

    KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN Brake and clutch fluid Brake and clutch fluid BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUIDS CAN DAMAGE THE PLASTIC OR RUBBER PAIN- TED SURFACES. WHEN SERVICING THE BRAKING OR THE CLUTCH SYSTEM PROTECT THESE COMPONENTS WITH A CLEAN CLOTH. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN SERVICING THESE SYSTEMS.
  • Page 16: Stand

    TERY RELEASES EXPLOSIVE GASES; KEEP IT AWAY FROM FLAMES, SPARKS, CIGARETTES OR ANY OTHER HEAT SOURCES. ENSURE ADEQUATE VENTILATION WHEN SERVICING OR RECHARGING THE BATTERY. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. BATTERY LIQUID IS CORROSIVE. DO NOT POUR OR SPILL ON PLASTIC COM- PONENTS IN PARTICULAR.
  • Page 17: Information To Recycle The Scooter

    key: The standard Dorsoduro version, in the pictures, will be abbreviated to Std. The vehicle equipped with the hazard button, in the pictures, will be called "Option 1". The vehicle without the hazard button, in the pictures, will be called "Option 2". Information to recycle the scooter (01_01, 01_02) VEHICLE SCRAPPING If the vehicle must be scrapped, contact your nearest "Vehicles Disposal Centre".
  • Page 18 • Position of the recycling seal It is usually located close to the chassis number or under the seat. • Questions regarding the vehicle scrapping Contact your nearest vehicle disposal centre or the following organisations. Japan Automobile Recycling Promotion Centre Home page: http://www.jarc.or.jp/ Japan Automobile Recycling Promotion Centre call centre for vehicles recy-...
  • Page 19: Vehicle

    DORSODURO 750 - ABS_DORSODURO 750 Factory - Chap. 02 Vehicle...
  • Page 20: Arrangement Of The Main Components

    Arrangement of the main components (02_01, 02_02, 02_03, 02_04) 02_01...
  • Page 21 02_02 Key (Std - Factory): 1. Left side fairing 2. Front left turn indicator 3. Clutch fluid reservoir 4. Left rear-view mirror 5. Passenger seat strap 6. Battery 7. Glove-box / toolkit 8. Saddle 9. Taillight 10. Rear left turn indicator 11.
  • Page 22 14. Side stand 15. Left hand passenger footrest 16. Gear lever 17. Control unit 18. Horn 19. Secondary fuses 20. Main fuses 21. Fuel tank 22. Fuel tank cap 23. Right rear-view mirror 24. Front brake system fluid reservoir 25. Front right turn indicator 26.
  • Page 23 02_03...
  • Page 24 02_04 Key (Std ABS - Factory ABS): 1. Left side fairing 2. Front left turn indicator 3. Clutch fluid reservoir 4. Left rear-view mirror 5. Battery 6. Glove-box / toolkit 7. Saddle 8. Rear grab handles 9. Taillight 10. Rear left turn indicator 11.
  • Page 25: Dashboard

    14. Side stand 15. Left hand passenger footrest 16. Gear lever 17. Control unit 18. Horn 19. Secondary fuses 20. Main fuses and ABS fuses 21. Fuel tank 22. Fuel tank cap 23. Right rear-view mirror 24. Front brake system fluid reservoir 25.
  • Page 26 02_05 Instrument panel / controls location key 1. Clutch control lever 2. Ignition switch /steering lock 3. Instrument panel 4. Front brake lever 5. Throttle grip 6. High beam flashing switch 7. MODE Control 8. Turn indicator control 9. Horn button 10.
  • Page 27 02_06...
  • Page 28 02_07 Alternatively: 10. Engine stop button. 11. Start-up push button / mapping selection.
  • Page 29: Instrument Panel

    The vehicle is supplied with two keys already programmed. The instrument panel ac- cepts a maximum of four keys at the same time: contact an Official Aprilia Dealer to enable these keys or to disable a key that has been lost. When the vehicle is delivered...
  • Page 30: Light Unit

    and approximately ten seconds after the key is set to ON, the instrument panel re- quests a personal five-digit code to be entered. This request is no longer displayed once the personal code is entered. For code entering procedure, see the CODE MODIFICATION section It is important to remember the personal code because: •...
  • Page 31: Digital Lcd Display

    Digital lcd display (02_10, 02_11, 02_12, 02_13, 02_14, 02_15, 02_16) • By turning the ignition key to 'KEY ON', the following indicators on the instru- ment panel are lit for two seconds: - The logo - All warning lights • The rpm indicator pointer moves and then goes back to its original position.
  • Page 32 ROAD MODE TRIP 1 / TRIP 2 • The following functions are displayed at the top of the instrument panel: - Clock (displayable in the 24H and 12H mode without AM/PM indication) or chro- nometer (selectable from the menu). • The following functions are displayed in the middle of the instrument panel: - map selected (top left);...
  • Page 33: Alarms

    ON". When a maintenance interval threshold is exceeded, an icon with a spanner is shown. Scheduled maintenance operations carried out only by an authorised aprilia dealer or workshop can deactivate this indication. The "spanner" icon flashes for five seconds when the key is turned to "KEY ON" when there is less than 300 Km (186 mi) remaining before the next scheduled maintenance interval.
  • Page 34 Take your vehicle as soon as possible to an Official Aprilia Dealer. In these cases, the control unit activates a safety procedure that limits the vehicle performance so that the rider is able to reach an Official Aprilia Dealer at low speed. 02_18 According to the type of failure, performance can be limited in two ways: a) by reducing the maximum torque produced;...
  • Page 35 Engine overheating alarm The engine overheating alarm is activated when the temperature is higher than or equal to 110 °C (230 °F). The red general warning light turns on and the thermometer icon flashes on the display to signal this condition. 02_20 Electronic control unit disconnected alarm In case no connection is detected, the disconnection icon is displayed on the instru-...
  • Page 36: Mapping Selection

    Mapping selection (02_23, 02_24, 02_25) The engine control unit foresees 3 different "mapping" variants to manage the elec- tronic throttle grip, which are displayed as seen in the upper left section of the instrument panel digital display: • T is the TOURING mapping •...
  • Page 37 The RAIN mode has been thought for riding on wet surfaces or roads with low grip. The system reduces the maximum torque supplied by the engine and smoothly de- livers it so as to prevent loss of grip. In this mode, the vehicle performance is limited, and therefore, the maximum speed cannot be reached.
  • Page 38: Control Buttons

    Control buttons (02_26, 02_27, 02_28, 02_29) Trip journal 1 and 2 There are two trip journals available. Press and hold down the MODE control to the left to select the TRIP JOURNAL 1; icon "1" on the DIGITAL DISPLAY turns on. Press and hold down the MODE control to the right to select the TRIP JOURNAL 2;...
  • Page 39 02_27 At zero speed, when the display shows the MENU, press and hold down the central button to access the instrument panel advanced functions. 02_28...
  • Page 40: Advanced Functions

    CHRONOMETER To use the chronometer, select the CHRONOMETER function from the MENU of the instrument panel advanced functions. The chronometer is shown at the top of the digital display instead of the gear, clock and ambient temperature indicators. With the vehicle in motion the chronometer functioning is controlled by means of the MODE control central button.
  • Page 41 SETTINGS The SETTINGS menu consists of the following options: - EXIT - TIME ADJUSTMENT - GEAR SHIFT - BACKLIGHTING - CHANGE THE CODE - CODE RESET - °C / °F - 12/24 h The functions of the settings menu are indicated in the following sections. Once the operation is finished, the instrument panel goes back to the main menu.
  • Page 42 GEAR SHIFT THRESHOLD The gear shift threshold can be set in this mode. The main screen shows the message "GEAR SHIFT THRESHOLD". Each time the MODE selector is pressed to the right, the threshold value increases by 100 RPM; contrariwise, each time the MODE selector is pressed to the left, the threshold value decreases by 100 RPM.
  • Page 43 02_33 02_34 CODE CHANGE This function is used to modify an old code. Once you have entered this function, the following message is displayed: "ENTER OLD CODE" After recognising the old code, the new code is requested and the display shows the following message: "ENTER NEW CODE"...
  • Page 44 Once the operation is finished, the instrument panel shows the SETTINGS menu. If it is the first time a code is stored, only the new code is requested. CODE RESET This function is used to set a new code when the old one is not available; in this case, at least two keys will have to be inserted in the ignition lock.
  • Page 45 - START CHRONOMETER - VIEW TIMES - DELETE TIMES Start chronometer Select this option to display the screen that allows to select which function should be shown at the top of the display- clock or chronometer. The instrument panel keeps the chosen configuration even after the key is extracted / inserted.
  • Page 46: Ignition Switch

    This menu interfaces with the systems present on the vehicle and diagnoses them. To enable this menu, enter an access code available only from official Aprilia dealers. LANGUAGES Open the configuration menu to access the LANGUAGES function. Select the LAN- GUAGES option to choose the interface language.
  • Page 47: Locking The Steering Wheel

    NOTE THE LIGHTS COME ON AUTOMATICALLY AFTER THE ENGINE STARTS. LOCK (1): The steering is locked. It is not possible to start the engine or switch on the lights. The key can be extracted OFF (2): The engine and lights cannot be set to work. The key can be extracted. ON (3): the engine may be started.
  • Page 48: Horn Button

    Horn button (02_37) Press it to activate the horn. 02_37 Switch direction indicators (02_38) Move the switch to the left, to indicate a left turn; move the switch to the right to indicate a right turn. Pressing the switch deactivates the turn indicator. CAUTION IF THE WARNING LIGHT WITH ARROWS FLASHES QUICKLY, IT MEANS THAT ONE OR BOTH TURN SIGNALS LIGHT BULBS ARE BURNT OUT.
  • Page 49: Passing Button

    If the vehicle speed reaches zero during this period, the time and distance counts are reset and start again from zero when the vehicle starts moving once again. Switching on the opposite side turn indicators without pressing the switch in the in- termediate reset position causes both the time and distance counters to reset and recommence from zero.
  • Page 50: Start-Up Button

    Start-up button (02_41, 02_42) Press the button and the starter motor spins the engine. CAUTION FIVE SECONDS AFTER THE ENGINE IS STARTED, THIS BUTTON CAN BE USED AS "MAPPING SELECTION" BUTTON. 02_41 02_42 Engine stop switch (02_43, 02_44) It acts as an engine cut-off or emergency stop switch. Press this switch to stop the engine.
  • Page 51: System Abs

    02_44 System ABS WHERE CONTEMPLATED The ABS system is a device that prevents wheel locking in case of an emergency braking, thus increasing vehicle stability when braking, compared with a conventional braking system. The ABS system enhances control over the vehicle, taking into consideration never to exceed the physical limits of vehicle grip on the road.
  • Page 52 - stop the vehicle; - key OFF-ON; - ride over 5 km/h (3.1 mph): the ABS warning light must be turned off; - the ABS system is working. If the ABS disabled indication remains: NOTE SHOULD THIS OCCUR, CONTACT AN aprilia Official Dealer.
  • Page 53 IMPORTANT TO CHECK THAT THE DISTANCE BETWEEN TONE WHEEL AND SENSOR IS THE ONE SPECIFIED. FOR CHECKING AND ADJUSTMENT, CON- TACT AN Authorised APRILIA Workshop. IN THE CASE OF A MOTORCYCLE WITH THE ABS SYSTEM, BRAKE PADS WITH FRICTION MATERIALS THAT ARE NOT TYPE APPROVED WILL JEOPARDISE...
  • Page 54: Immobilizer System Operation

    IF THE GAP FOR ONE OR BOTH SENSORS IS NOT WITHIN THE TOLERANCE INDICATED BELOW, TAKE THE MOTORCYCLE TO AN official Aprilia DEALER- SHIP Characteristic Distance between tone wheel and rear sensor 0.1 - 2.00 mm (0.004 - 0.079 in) Distance between tone wheel and front sensor 0.1 - 3.17 mm (0.004 - 0.125 in)
  • Page 55: Opening The Saddle

    DATA STORAGE PROCEDURE CANCELS THE EXISTING CODES. THEREFORE, IF A CUSTOMER WANTS TO PROGRAM SOME NEW KEYS, S/HE SHOULD GO TO THE DEALER TAKING ALL THE KEYS S/HE WANTS TO ENABLE. The immobilizer operation mode is indicated by a warning light (1) placed on the in- strument panel: •...
  • Page 56 02_47 To lock the saddle (2): • Insert the seat (2) under the passenger seat strap (3). • Move the saddle (2) to fasten the front retainers correctly. • Push the centre of the saddle (2), where the rear retainers are, to trip the lock. CAUTION BEFORE LOWERING AND LOCKING THE SADDLE, CHECK THAT THE KEY HAS NOT BEEN LEFT IN THE GLOVEBOX / TOOL KIT COMPARTMENT.
  • Page 57: Glove/Tool Kit Compartment

    Glove/tool kit compartment (02_49) To get access to the glove-box / toolkit: • Remove the saddle 02_49 Identification (02_50) Write down the chassis and engine number in the specific space in this booklet. The chassis number is handy when purchasing spare parts. CAUTION THE MODIFICATION OF THE IDENTIFICATION CODES IS A SERIOUS PUNISH- ABLE CRIME.
  • Page 58: Luggage Anchor Point

    ENGINE NUMBER The engine number is printed on the base of the engine crankcase, left hand side. Engine No..... 02_50 Luggage anchor point (02_51, 02_52) Never transport anything that is not secured - making absolutely certain it is firmly and securely fixed.
  • Page 61: Use

    DORSODURO 750 - ABS_DORSODURO 750 Factory - Chap. 03...
  • Page 62: Checks

    CLE TO ENSURE CORRECT AND SAFE OPERATION. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT AN OFFICIAL Aprilia DEALER IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND HOW SOME CONTROLS WORK OR IF A MALFUNCTION IS DE- TECTED OR SUSPECTED.
  • Page 63 RIDE CHECKS Front and rear disc brake Check for proper operation. Check brake lever empty travel and brake fluid level. Check for leaks. Check brake pads for wear. If necessary top-up with brake fluid. Throttle grip Check that the throttle functions smoothly and can be fully opened and closed in all steering positions.
  • Page 64 Steering Check that the rotation is uniform, smooth and there are no signs of clearance or slackness. Side stand / Centre stand Check it works properly. Check OPTIONAL that there is no resistance when the side stand is pulled up and down and that the spring tension makes it snap back to its rest position.
  • Page 65: Refuelling

    Lights, warning lights, horn, rear Check function of horn and lights. stop light switch and electrical Replace bulbs or repair any faults devices noted. Tone wheels (only for vehicles with Check that the tone wheels are ABS system) perfectly clean Refuelling (03_02, 03_03) To refuel: •...
  • Page 66 DURING REFUELLING, AVOID THE USE OF ELECTRIC DEVICES AND/OR MO- BILE PHONES, BECAUSE FUEL VAPOURS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO OBJECTS AND/OR PERSONAL INJURIES. Characteristic Fuel capacity (reserve included) 12 l (2.64 UKgal; 3.17 US gal) Fuel reserve 2.8 l (0.62 UKgal; 0.74 US gal) after refuelling: •...
  • Page 67: Rear Shock Absorbers Adjustment

    Rear shock absorbers adjustment (03_04, 03_05, 03_06, 03_07) The rear suspension consists of a spring-shock absorber unit linked to the frame via uniball joints. To adjust the setting, the shock absorber has one set screw (1) to adjust rebound damping, a ring nut for spring preloading adjustment (2), a locking ring nut (3) and a set screw for adjusting compression damping (4)(Factory).
  • Page 68 ADJUST SHOCK ABSORBER REBOUND DAMPING TO SUIT THE VEHICLE OP- ERATING CONDITIONS. THE STANDARD SPRING PRELOAD SETTING IS SUITABLE FOR THE MAJOR- ITY OF RIDING CONDITIONS. IF REQUIRED, CONTACT AN OFFICIAL Aprilia DEALER TO REQUEST A PERSONALISED SETTING. ADJUSTMENTS Regular adjustment (standard): - rider only.
  • Page 69 Open 17 clicks from fully closed screw (1) closed closed Spring A length 170 mm (6.69 in) 170 mm (6.69 in) 170 mm (6.69 in) Spring preload, ring nut (2) Contact an Official Aprilia Dealer Contact an Official Aprilia Dealer Contact an Official Aprilia Dealer...
  • Page 70: Front Fork Adjustment

    • Check the tightening of all the elements and the correct operation of the front and rear suspension joints. CAUTION PLEASE CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer TO HAVE THE FRONT FORK OIL 03_08 CHANGED AND ITS OIL SEALS REPLACED.
  • Page 71 The front suspension consists of a hydraulic fork connected to the headstock by means of two plates. For adjusting the suspension setup, each stanchion has an upper nut (1) for adjusting the spring preload. The left hand stem is also equipped with an upper adjuster screw (2) for adjusting hydraulic rebound damping.
  • Page 72 ADJUSTMENTS Regular adjustment (standard): - rider only. Medium load setting: - (for example, rider with passenger and/or luggage). Setting for sports use. CAUTION 03_12 TO COUNT THE NUMBER OF RELEASES AND/OR REVOLUTIONS OF ADJUST- MENT SETTINGS (1 - 2) ALWAYS START FROM THE MOST RIGID SETTING (WHOLE CLOCKWISE ROTATION OF THE SETTING).
  • Page 73 ABS - S DJUSTING THE FRONT FORK HOWA FRONT FORK Standard Medium load Sports use ADJUSTMENT Open 2 - 3 notches from fully Open 2 - 3 notches from fully Open 2 - 3 notches from fully Spring preloading, nut (1) closed closed closed...
  • Page 74: Justering Af Greb Til Forbremse

    Justering af greb til forbremse (03_15) The distance between the end of the lever (1) and the handgrip (2) can be adjusted by rotating the set screw (3). The MAX and MIN clicks correspond to a lever end-handgrip distance of about 114 mm (4.49 in) and 96 mm (3.78 in) respectively.
  • Page 75 That is to permit the adequate adjustment of the pad friction material to the brake discs. AFTER THE SPECIFIED MILEAGE, TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Official Aprilia Dealer FOR THE CHECKS INDICATED IN THE "AFTER-RUN-IN" TABLE IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SECTION TO AVOID INJURING YOURSELF, OTH- ERS AND /OR DAMAGING THE VEHICLE.
  • Page 76: Starting Up The Engine

    Starting up the engine (03_17, 03_18, 03_19, 03_20, 03_21, 03_22, 03_23, 03_24) This vehicle is extremely powerful and must be used carefully and driven with caution and respect for its power and potential. Do not carry objects in the top fairing (between the handlebar and the instrument panel) so that the handlebar can turn freely and the instrument panel is visible at all times.
  • Page 77 • Get onto the bike in riding position. • Make sure that the stand has been fully retracted. • Make sure the light switch (1) is set to the low beam light position. • Set the engine stop switch (2) to RUN. •...
  • Page 78 • Block at least one wheel by operating one brake lever. • Operate the clutch lever (7) completely and set the gearshift lever (8) to neu- tral (green warning light "N" (9) on). • There is a starter on the vehicle, controlled by the control unit, that starts working automatically whenever necessary (cold start).
  • Page 79 AVOID PRESSING THE STARTER BUTTON (2) WHEN THE ENGINE HAS AL- READY STARTED, AS THIS COULD DAMAGE THE STARTER MOTOR. IF THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ICON IS DISPLAYED AND THE GENERAL WARNING LIGHT IS ON, THIS MEANS THAT THE OIL PRESSURE IN THE CIR- CUIT IS TOO LOW.
  • Page 80: Ride By Wire

    IF THE WORD "SERVICE" IS SHOWN ON THE (MULTIFUNCTION) DISPLAY DURING REGULAR ENGINE OPERATION, THIS MEANS THAT THE ELECTRON- IC CONTROL UNIT HAS DETECTED A PROBLEM. Ride by wire The vehicle is fitted with an innovative throttle control system, called RIDE BY WIRE, which ensures optimum engine performance, at all times, taking into account the rid- er's demand, the general operating conditions plus the external conditions (atmos- pheric pressure, temperature).
  • Page 81: Moving Off / Riding

    Moving off / riding (03_25, 03_26, 03_27, 03_28, 03_29, 03_30, 03_31) CAUTION IF, WHILE RIDING, THE LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT (1) ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL TURNS ON, IT MEANS THERE IS STILL SOME FUEL LEFT. REFUEL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. CAUTION WHEN TRAVELLING WITHOUT PASSENGERS, MAKE SURE THE PASSENGER 03_25...
  • Page 82 • With throttle grip (2) closed (Pos. A) and engine at idle, operate the clutch lever (3). • Push the gearbox lever (4) downward to select the first gear. • Release the clutch lever (activated during start-up). CAUTION WHEN TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE, DO NOT RELEASE THE CLUTCH TOO QUICKLY OR SUDDENLY, AS THIS COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STOP OR THE VEHICLE TO REAR UP ON THE BACK WHEEL.
  • Page 83 WARNING LIGHT IS ON DURING REGULAR ENGINE OPERATION, THIS MEANS THAT THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE IN THE CIRCUIT IS TOO LOW. 03_29 IF THIS OCCURS, STOP THE ENGINE AND CONTACT AN APRILIA Official Deal- SHIFTING FROM A HIGHER TO A LOWER GEAR, CALLED "DOWNSHIFT", IS CARRIED OUT:...
  • Page 84 AND CHECK THE COOLANT LEVEL. IF THE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR CONTINUES FLASHING AFTER CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL, CONTACT AN OFFICIAL APRILIA DEALER. DO TURN THE IGNITION KEY TO "KEY OFF", BECAUSE THE COOLING FANS WOULD STOP REGARDLESS OF THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE, WHICH WOULD CAUSE A FURTHER TEMPERATURE RISE.
  • Page 85 IN MANY CASES THE ENGINE WILL CONTINUE TO OPERATE WITH LIMITED PERFORMANCE; IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN Official APRILIA Dealer. IN ORDER TO AVOID CLUTCH OVERHEATING, SHUT THE ENGINE OFF AS SOON AS POSSIBLE ONCE THE VEHICLE HAS STOPPED AND AT THE SAME TIME THE GEAR IS ENGAGED AND THE CLUTCH LEVER OPERATED.
  • Page 86: Stopping The Engine

    Stopping the engine (03_32) • Release the throttle grip (1) (Pos. A), brake gradually and at the same time "downshift" gears to slow down. Once the speed is reduced, before stopping the vehicle: • Operate the clutch lever (2) so that engine does not shut off. When the vehicle is at a standstill: •...
  • Page 87: Catalytic Silencer

    ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE AND, IN PARTICULAR, PARTS OF THE VEHICLE WHICH MAY BECOME HOT (ENGINE, OIL RADIATOR AND LINES, EXHAUST SYSTEM, BRAKE DISCS) ARE NOT A HAZARD TO PERSONS OR CHILDREN. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR VEHICLE UNATTENDED WITH THE ENGINE ON OR THE KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH.
  • Page 88 Check the muffler/exhaust silencer and the silencer pipes, make sure there are no signs of rust or holes and that the exhaust system works properly. If you not an increase in exhaust noise, take your vehicle to an Official Aprilia Dealer at once.
  • Page 89: Stand

    Stand (03_33) If the side stand must be lowered for any reason (for example after moving the vehicle), proceed as described below: • Select an appropriate parking area. • Grasp the left handgrip (1) and place your right hand on the rear upper part of the vehicle (2).
  • Page 90 NAME: ......... ADDRESS: ......... TELEPHONE NO.: ......WARNING IN MANY CASES, STOLEN VEHICLES CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY DATA IN THE USE / MAINTENANCE BOOKLET. 03_34 03_35...
  • Page 91: Basic Safety Rules

    Basic safety rules (03_35) The following recommendations should receive your maximum attention, because they are provided to increase your safety, and decrease damage to people, things and vehicles, in the case of a fall of the rider or passenger from the vehicle and/or from the fall or overturning of the vehicle.
  • Page 92 EQUILIBRIUM OF THE VEHICLE WHILE THE PASSENGER IS MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING In any case, the passenger should mount and dismount the vehicle using caution to avoid causing the vehicle or the rider to lose balance. CAUTION THE RIDER TO INSTRUCT THE PASSENGER ABOUT THE PROPER WAY TO MOUNT AND DISMOUNT FROM THE VEHICLE.
  • Page 93 CAUTION IN THE CASE THAT YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO REST BOTH FEET ON THE GROUND, PUT THE RIGHT FOOT ON THE GROUND, (IN THE CASE OF A LOSS OF BALANCE THE LEFT SIDE IS "PROTECTED" BY THE SIDE STAND) AND KEEP YOUR LEFT FOOT READY TO BE POSITIONED.
  • Page 94 CAUTION IN THE CASE THAT YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO REST BOTH FEET ON THE GROUND, PUT THE RIGHT FOOT ON THE GROUND, (IN THE CASE OF A LOSS OF BALANCE THE LEFT SIDE IS "PROTECTED" BY THE SIDE STAND) AND KEEP YOUR LEFT FOOT READY TO BE POSITIONED.
  • Page 95: Maintenance

    DORSODURO 750 - ABS_DORSODURO 750 Factory - Chap. 04 Maintenance...
  • Page 96: Engine Oil Level Check

    Engine oil level check (04_01) Check the engine oil level frequently. NOTE CARRY OUT MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS AT HALF THE INTERVALS SPECI- FIED IF THE VEHICLE IS USED IN PARTICULAR RAINY OR DUSTY CONDI- TIONS, OFF ROAD OR FOR TRACK USE. 04_01 ENGINE OIL LEVEL MUST BE CHECKED WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM.
  • Page 97: Engine Oil Top-Up

    MIN = minimum level The difference between the "MAX" and "MIN" marks is approx. 600 cm³ (36.61 cu.in). • The oil level is correct when it is close to the "MAX" mark. Engine oil top-up (04_02) CAUTION DO NOT GO BEYOND THE "MAX" AND BELOW THE "MIN" LEVEL MARK TO AVOID SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE.
  • Page 98: Engine Oil Change

    Engine oil change (04_03, 04_04) CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND ENGINE OIL FILTER CAN PROVE DIFFICULT IF YOUR ARE INEXPERIENCED. CONTACT AN OFFICIAL APRILIA DEALER IF REQUIRED. IF YOU WISH TO PERFORM THESE OPERATIONS YOURSELF, FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Check the engine oil level frequently.
  • Page 99: Tyres

    • Use a cloth to wipe off any mud deposit on the area next to the filler plug (1). • Place a container with + 4000 cm³ (244 cu.in) capacity under the drainage plug (2). • Unscrew and remove the drainage plug (2). •...
  • Page 100 BE CARRIED OUT USING THE SPECIFIC TOOLS AND WITH THE ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE. IT IS THEREFORE ESSENTIAL TO TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Official Aprilia Dealer OR SPECIALISED TYRE WORKSHOP TO CARRY OUT THE OPERATIONS ABOVE. NEW TYRES MAY BE COATED WITH A SLIPPERY COATING: RIDE WITH CAUTION DURING THE FIRST KILOMETRES.
  • Page 101: Spark Plug Dismantlement

    Spark plug dismantlement CAUTION TO REMOVE, CHECK, CLEAN AND REPLACE SPARK PLUGS, PLEASE CON- TACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer. IF YOU HAVE SUFFICIENT EXPERIENCE, FOL- LOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS WORKSHOP BOOKLET, WHICH IS AVAILA- BLE AT ANY DEALER. Removing the air filter...
  • Page 102: Cooling Fluid Level

    TEM COMPONENTS; THE FLUID MAY CATCH FIRE AND BURN WITH INVISIBLE FLAMES. WHEN CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS, IT IS ADVISA- BLE TO WEAR LATEX GLOVES. CONTACT AN Official APRILIA Dealer FOR REPLACEMENT. DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FLUID INTO THE ENVIRONMENT.
  • Page 103 NOTE TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Official APRILIA Dealer TO HAVE THE COOLANT CHANGED. WARNING WAIT FOR THE ENGINE TO COOL DOWN BEFORE CHECKING OR TOPPING- UP THE COOLANT LEVEL. CHECK AND TOPPING-UP • Shut off the engine and wait until it cools off.
  • Page 104: Checking The Brake Oil Level

    CAUTION IN THE EVENT OF COOLANT CONSUMPTION OR IF THE RESERVOIR IS EMP- TIES, CHECK FOR LEAKS IN THE CIRCUIT. Checking the brake oil level (04_07, 04_08, 04_09, 04_10) For the front brake: • rest the vehicle on its stand and turn the handlebar so that the fluid in the reservoir is parallel to the reservoir edge.
  • Page 105: Braking System Fluid Top Up

    04_09 04_10 Braking system fluid top up CAUTION TO HAVE THE BRAKING SYSTEM FLUID TOPPED-UP, PLEASE CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer. IF YOU ARE SUITABLY AND EXPERIENCED, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE WORKSHOP BOOKLET, WHICH IS AVAILABLE FROM ANY DEALER.
  • Page 106: Checking Clutch Fluid

    Top-up if the fluid does not reach at least the "MIN" reference mark. 04_11 04_12 Topping up clutch fluid CAUTION FOR CLUTCH FLUID TOP-UP, PLEASE CONTACT AND Official Aprilia Dealer. IF YOU ARE ADEQUATELY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED, REFER TO THE IN- STRUCTIONS IN THIS WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY DEALER.
  • Page 107: Battery Removal

    Battery removal (04_13, 04_14) • Make sure that the ignition switch is set to "OFF". • Remove the saddle. • Loosen and remove screw (1). • Undo and remove the two screws (2). • Remove the battery locking bracket (3). •...
  • Page 108: Checking The Electrolyte Level

    Checking the electrolyte level WARNING THIS VEHICLE IS FITTED WITH A MAINTENANCE-FREE BATTERY AND DOES NOT NEED ANY INTERVENTION, EXCEPT FOR SPORADIC CHECKS AND RE- CHARGE. Charging the battery • Remove the battery. • Get an adequate battery charger. • Set the battery charger for the recharge type indicated.
  • Page 109: Long Periods Of Inactivity

    Electric Current - 10 A Time - 0.5 hours Long periods of inactivity IF THE VEHICLE IS OUT OF USE FOR MORE THAN TWENTY DAYS, DISCON- NECT THE 30 A FUSE TO PREVENT BATTERY DETERIORATION CAUSED BY CURRENT CONSUMPTION BY THE MULTIFUNCTION COMPUTER. CAUTION REMOVING THE 30 A FUSES RESETS THESE FUNCTIONS: DIGITAL CLOCK, TRIP INFORMATION AND CHRONOMETER TIMES.
  • Page 110: Fuses

    NEVER USE A FUSE THAT IS DIFFERENT THAN WHAT IS SPECIFIED TO PRE- VENT DAMAGES TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR SHORT CIRCUITS, AND THE RISK OF FIRE. CAUTION A FUSE THAT BLOWS FREQUENTLY MAY INDICATE A SHORT CIRCUIT OR OVERLOAD. IF THIS OCCURS, CONSULT AN APRILIA Official Dealer.
  • Page 111 To check: • Set the ignition switch to "OFF" to avoid an accidental short circuit. • Remove the rider saddle. • Open the cover of the auxiliary fuse box (1). • Take out one fuse at a time and check whether the filament (2) is broken. •...
  • Page 112: Lamps

    I - Battery charging, fan relay, live positive (30 A) J - ABS fuse (20 A) 04_19 Lamps CAUTION TO REMOVE, CHECK AND REPLACE THE BULB, PLEASE CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer. IF YOU ARE ADEQUATELY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED, RE-...
  • Page 113: Headlight Adjustment

    FER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY DEALER. Headlight adjustment (04_20, 04_21, 04_22) NOTE IN COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL LEGISLATION, SPECIFIC PROCEDURES MUST BE FOLLOWED WHEN ALIGNING THE LIGHTS. 04_20 EU: To quickly and easily check the alignment of the front light, place the vehicle on a level surface 10 m (32.8 ft) away from a vertical wall.
  • Page 114: Front Direction Indicators

    In order to carry out horizontal adjustment of the light beam: • Rest the vehicle on its stand. • Working from the left rear side of the windshield, use a short crosshead screwdriver on the specific screw (2). SCREW it (clockwise) to move the light beam to the left;...
  • Page 115: Rear Optical Unit

    Rear optical unit CAUTION TO REMOVE, CHECK AND REPLACE THE BULB, PLEASE CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer. IF YOU ARE ADEQUATELY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED, RE- FER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY DEALER. Rear turn indicators (04_24) •...
  • Page 116: Number Plate Light

    Number plate light CAUTION TO REMOVE, CHECK AND REPLACE THE BULB, PLEASE CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer. IF YOU ARE ADEQUATELY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED, RE- FER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY DEALER. Rear-view mirrors (04_25, 04_26) •...
  • Page 117: Front And Rear Disc Brake

    CAUTION REPEAT THE PROCEDURE TO REMOVE THE OTHER MIRROR. AFTER REFITTING, ADJUST THE REAR-VIEW MIRRORS CORRECTLY AND TIGHTEN THE NUTS IN ORDER TO ENSURE STABILITY. After refitting: • Adjust the rear-view mirror angle correctly. 04_26 Front and rear disc brake (04_27, 04_28, 04_29, 04_30, 04_31) CAUTION CHECK THE BRAKE PAD WEAR BEFORE EACH TRIP AND EVERY 5000 km (3106 mi).
  • Page 118 To perform a quick pad wear check: • Rest the vehicle on its stand. • Carry out a visual inspection of brake disc and pads as follows: - At the front for the front brake callipers (1) (Factory - Factory ABS); - At the back for the rear brake callipers (1) (Std - Std ABS);...
  • Page 119 If the friction material thickness (even of one front or rear pad) is reduced to a value of about 1.5 mm (0.06 in) (or even if one of the wear indicators is not very visible), contact an Official Aprilia Dealer to have all the calliper pads replaced.
  • Page 120: Periods Of Inactivity

    Periods of inactivity (04_32, 04_33) Take some measures to avoid the side effects of not using the scooter. Besides, it is necessary to carry out general repairs and checks before garaging the motorcycle as one can forget to do so afterwards. Proceed as follows: •...
  • Page 121: Cleaning The Vehicle

    • Check the battery for correct charge and install it. • Refill the fuel tank. • Carry out the pre-ride checks. CAUTION AS A TEST, RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE FOR A FEW KILOMETRES AT A MODER- ATE SPEED AND AWAY FROM TRAFFIC AREAS. Cleaning the vehicle (04_34, 04_35, 04_36) Clean the motorcycle frequently if exposed to adverse conditions, such as: •...
  • Page 122 CAUTION AFTER CLEANING YOUR MOTORCYCLE, BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE TEM- PORARILY AFFECTED DUE TO THE PRESENCE OF WATER ON THE FRICTION SURFACES OF THE BRAKING CIRCUIT. ALLOW LONGER BRAKING DISTAN- CES TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS. BRAKE REPEATEDLY TO RESTORE NORMAL OPERATION. CARRY OUT THE PRE-RIDE CHECKS. To remove dirt and mud accumulated on painted surfaces, wet the soiled areas thor- oughly with a low-pressure water jet, then remove dirt and mud with a soft car body sponge soaked abundantly in a solution of car body shampoo in water (2 - 4% sham-...
  • Page 123 CAUTION DO NOT USE WATER (OR LIQUIDS) AT TEMPERATURES OVER 40°C (104°F) WHEN CLEANING THE VEHICLE PLASTIC PARTS. DO NOT AIM HIGH PRES- SURE AIR/WATER JETS OR STEAM JETS DIRECTLY ON THESE COMPO- NENTS. DO NOT USE ALCOHOL OR SOLVENTS TO CLEAN ANY RUBBER OR PLASTIC SADDLE COMPONENTS USE WATER AND MILD SOAP.
  • Page 124: Transport

    Transport (04_37) NOTE BEFORE TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE, IT IS NECESSARY TO EMPTY THE FUEL TANK AND THE CARBURETTOR ADEQUATELY, CHECKING THAT THEY ARE DRY. DURING TRANSPORT, THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE UPRIGHT AND SECURELY 04_37 ANCHORED AND SHOULD HAVE THE FIRST GEAR ENGAGED SO AS TO AVOID POSSIBLE FUEL, OIL OR COOLANT LEAKS.
  • Page 125: Chain Backlash Adjustment

    TO AVOID RISK OF SEIZURE, LUBRICATE THE CHAIN ON A REGULAR BASIS. Chain backlash adjustment CAUTION TO ADJUST THE CHAIN BACKLASH, PLEASE CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer. IF YOU ARE ADEQUATELY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED, REFER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY DEALER.
  • Page 126: Chain Lubrication And Cleaning

    DRY OR RUSTY PARTS. FLATTENED OR JAMMED CHAIN LINKS SHOULD BE LUBRICATED AND GOOD OPERATING CONDITIONS RESTORED. IF REPAIR IS NOT POSSIBLE, CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer TO HAVE IT REPLACED. Chain lubrication and cleaning Never wash the chain with high pressure air/water jets or steam jets or highly flam- mable solvents.
  • Page 127: Technical Data

    DORSODURO 750 - ABS_DORSODURO 750 Factory - Chap. 05 Technical data...
  • Page 128 IMENSIONS Max. length 2210 mm (87.01 in) Max. width (at hand guards) 905 mm (35.63 in) Max. height 1185 mm (46.65 in) Saddle height 900 mm (35.43 in) Wheelbase 1505 mm (59.25 in) Kerb weight 206 kg (454 lb) Dry weight (unfuelled) 196 kg (432 lb) ENGINE Model...
  • Page 129 Bore / stroke 92 x 56.4 mm (3.62 x 2.22 cu.in) Intake valve clearance 0.11 - 0.18 mm (0.0043 - 0.0071 in) Exhaust valve clearance 0.16 - 0.23 mm (0.0063 - 0.0091 in) Compression ratio 11.0: 1 Starter Electric starter Engine idle speed 1400 ±...
  • Page 130 APACITY Fuel capacity (reserve included) 12 l (2.64 UKgal; 3.17 US gal) Fuel reserve 2.8 l (0.62 UKgal; 0.74 US gal) Engine oil 3.0 l (without oil filter change) (0.66 UKgal; 0.79 USgal) 3.2 l (with oil filter change) (0.70 UKgal;...
  • Page 131 6th gear ratio 24/25 (secondary) Final drive gear ratio 16/46 RIVE CHAIN Type Endless (without master link) and with sealed links. No. of links 108 Model 525 ZRPK UEL SYSTEM Type Electronic injection (Multipoint) Throttle valve diameter Ø 52 mm (2.05 in) Fuel Premium unleaded...
  • Page 132 HASSIS Type Component chassis (bolted). Die- cast aluminium plates and high- strength steel tubular chassis Steering inclination angle 25.8° Trail 108 mm (4.25 in) USPENSION Front (Std - Std ABS) Upside-down telescopic hydraulic fork. Stem diam. 43 mm (1.69 in) Front (Factory - Factory ABS) Sachs upside-down stanchions with adjustable hydraulic damping...
  • Page 133 compression rebound damping. Wheel travel 155 mm (6.1 in) RAKES Front (Std - Std ABS) Double floating disc, Ø 320 mm (12.60 in), radially-mounted callipers with four plungers- two of them Ø 27 mm (1.06 in), 2 with a diameter of 32.03 (1.26 in) and two calliper pads.
  • Page 134 HEEL RIMS Type Light alloy rims with extractable bolt Front 3.50 x 17" Rear 6.00 x 17" YRES Tyre type (standard) PIRELLI CORSA III DUNLOP SPORTMAX QUALIFIER Front tyre 120/70 ZR17" Front tyre pressure rider only: 2.3 bar (230 kPa) (33.36 PSI) rider + passenger: 2.4 bar (240 kPa) (34.81 PSI)
  • Page 135 PARK PLUGS Standard spark plugs NGK CR7EKB Spark plug electrode gap 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.024 - 0.028 in) Resistance 5 kOhm LECTRICAL SYSTEM Battery 12 V - 10 Ah YTX 12 - BS Alternatively: Battery 12 V - 12 Ah YTX 14 - BS Main fuses Secondary fuses 3A, 10A, 15A, 20A...
  • Page 136 Low beam light 12 V - 50 W H4 Front daylight running light 12V - 6W H6 Turn indicator light 12V - 10W Rear daylight running light / stop light License plate light 12V - 5W Rpm indicator lighting Multifunction display lighting ARNING LIGHTS High beam light Right turn indicator...
  • Page 137: Kit Equipment

    Kit equipment (05_01) The tools supplied are: • Extension for wrench (1); • 3; - 4; - 5; - 6 mm (- 0.12 - 0.16 - 0.20 - 0.24 in) L-shaped hex Allen keys (2) ; • One 10 - 13 mm (0.39 - 0.51 in) double open ended spanner (3); •...
  • Page 139: Programmed Maintenance

    DORSODURO 750 - ABS_DORSODURO 750 Factory - Chap. 06 Programmed maintenance...
  • Page 140: Scheduled Maintenance Table

    Correct maintenance is fundamental for ensuring the longevity of your vehicle and maintaining optimum function and performance. To this end, Aprilia offers a set of checks and maintenance services (at the owner's expense), that are summarised in the table shown on the following page. Any minor faults must be reported without delay to an Authorised Aprilia Dealer or Sub-Deal- er without waiting until the next scheduled service to solve it.
  • Page 141 OUTINE MAINTENANCE TABLE km x 1000 (mi x 1000) 1 (0.6) 10 (6.2) 20 (12.4) 30 (18.6) 40 (28.4) Rear shock absorber Spark plug Drive chain (1) Transmission cables and controls Steering bearings and steering clearance Wheel bearings Diagnosis by tool Brake discs Air filter Engine oil filter...
  • Page 142: Table Of Recommended Products

    km x 1000 (mi x 1000) 1 (0.6) 10 (6.2) 20 (12.4) 30 (18.6) 40 (28.4) Fork oil (7) Engine oil Light aiming Fork oil seals Flexible coupling (6) Tyres - pressure/wear (5) Wheels Bolts and nuts tightening Suspension and setting Fault warning light on instrument panel (4) Fuel lines (3) Clutch wear...
  • Page 143 RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications ENI i-RIDE PG 15W-50 Engine oil Use branded oils with performance equivalent to or exceeding API SJ, JASO MA - ACEA A3 - JASO MA2 specifications. AGIP FORK 5W Fork oil (Showa) SAE 5W FUCHS TITAN SAF 1091 (Sachs) Fork oil AGIP MP GREASE...
  • Page 145 TABLE OF CONTENTS Display: 31 Shock absorbers: 67 Spark plug: 101 ABS: 51 Identification: 57 Stand: 16, 89 Advanced functions: 40 Immobilizer: 54 Start-up: 50 Air filter: 101 Instrument panel: 29 Stop switch: 50 Engine oil: 14, 96–98 Alarms: 33 Engine stop: 50 Maintenance: 95, 139, 140 Technical data: 127...
  • Page 146 The reliability of the vehicle also depends on its mechanical conditions. Checking the vehicle before riding it, its regular maintenance and the use of original Aprilia spare parts only are essential factors! For information on the nearest Official Dealer and/or Service Centre consult our website: www.aprilia.com...

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