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ATLANTIC 500
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aprilia part# 8104589

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  • Page 1 ATLANTIC 500 use+maintenancebook aprilia part# 8104589...

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    © 2002 aprilia s.p.a. - Noale (VE) TECHNICAL INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION Any operations preceded by this The following conventions are used to identify symbol must be repeated on the safety information throughout the manual. opposite side of the vehicle. This symbol identifies safety-related information.
  • Page 3 After purchase, please report the possible as a result of aprilia’s ongoing efforts to improve product design. Please identification data indicated on the SPARE refer to your aprilia Official Dealer for any PARTS IDENTIFICATION LABEL in the table Italy Singapore doubts about the information contained in here below.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    REMOVING THE FRONT FAIRING .... 53 LUBRICANT CHART ........74 FUEL ............25 REMOVING THE REAR- WIRING DIAGRAM - Atlantic 500 ....78 LUBRICANTS ..........26 VIEW MIRRORS ......... 54 BRAKE FLUID - Recommendations ..... 27 REMOVING THE FRONT COVER ..... 54 DISC BRAKES ..........

  • Page 5: Safe Riding

    safe riding...

  • Page 6: Basic Safety Rules

    Practice riding in areas away from traffic or on private ground until you become familiar the vehicle and its controls. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 7 Do not stand up or stretch your limbs while example: rearing up on the back wheel, speed. riding. speeding, etc.). Adjust your speed and riding to road surface conditions, visibility, etc. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 8 If necessary, have the vehicle inspected by an aprilia Official Dealer. Special attention should be paid to frame, handlebars, suspension, safety parts and all the devices that you are not able to inspect yourself.

  • Page 9: Clothing

    Do not ride off the road. Loose clothing or items, such as strings, belts or neckties may impair your movements while riding or become tangled in the wheels or other moving parts. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 10: Accessories

    Large fairings and windshields affect vehicle the load is distributed evenly to avoid aerodynamics and stability, especially at high imbalance. Make sure the load is firmly speed. secured to the vehicle, especially during a long trip. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 11 ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN the vehicle, which could hit persons or object Do not carry animals or children on the glove while riding and make you lose control of the compartment or on the luggage rack. vehicle. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 12 8) Converter air cleaner cover 2) Coolant expansion tank plug 9) Centre stand 3) Rear brake fluid reservoir 10) Passenger left footrest 4) Bag hook 11) Side stand 5) Helmet hook 12) Spark plug 6) Air cleaner use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 13 2) Main fuse carrier 9) Horn 3) Passenger grab rail 10) Auxiliary fuse carrier 4) Fuel tank 11) Right inspection cover ANORDNUNG 5) Fuel tank filler cap 12) Passenger right footrest 6) Fuel tank filler cap flag use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 14: Arrangement Of The Controls Instruments - Key

    2) Green left turn indicator light ( 19) 3 display function selection, and 18 and 3 resetting 3) Digital odometer 20) Red ABS light ( ) (for versions with ABS only) 4) Speedometer 21) Red anti-theft (IMMOBILIZER) light ( use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 15: Instruments And Indicators Table

    If the light comes on during the normal engine operation, it CAUTION means that engine oil pressure in the circuit is too low. Stop the engine immediately and contact an aprilia Official Dealer. Digital odometer Gives total distance covered in kilometres, TRIP1 and TRIP2 (see page 22).
  • Page 16 If the light comes one during the normal engine operation, it CAUTION means that the fuel electronic injection system is not working properly. Stop the engine immediately and contact an aprilia Official Dealer. Rev counter Indicates the number of engine revolutions.

  • Page 17: Key Controls

    Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to position “ ”, Press it repeatedly to select the various indications provided by press the HAZARD button again to turn off the blinker. the multifunction display. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 18: Controls On The Right Side Of The Handlebar

    Do not operate the engine kill switch “ ” while riding. This is a safety or emergency switch. When it is in position “ ”, the engine can be started. When set to position “ ”, it will stop the engine. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 19: Ignition Switch

    Push in the key (2) and turn it clockwise to open the small storage compartment. Push in the key (2) and turn it anticlockwise ◆ to release/lock the saddle and access the compartment under the saddle. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 20: Digital Clock/Date Liquid Cristal Display

    Normal display: hours and minutes. ◆ at standstill and the direction indicators Date display: press the key SET (3), the ◆ are off. month and the day are displayed for less than five seconds. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 21 (10), icon of the external tempe- When you see this message, contact an rature expressed in Celsius degrees (° C) aprilia Official Dealer to have the vehicle (11), icon of the external temperature serviced as specified in the periodic expressed in Fahrenheit degrees (°...

  • Page 22: Digital Odometer

    (7). START/STOP: Press the MODE key for more than three seconds. RESET: ◆ Press the TRIP key (1) for more than three seconds only when the lap timer is stopped. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 23: Tool Kit

    Make sure the saddle is locked securely CAUTION ring; before riding. – 13 mm combination wrench; Prolonged use of the power socket with the – spanner wrench with square snug; engine stopped may flatten the battery. – tool bag. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 24: Small Storage Compartment

    The bag hook (2) is mounted to the inner shield at the front end. WARNING Maximum load allowed: 1.5 kg Use helmet hook when the vehicle is not running. Never leave helmets hooked when riding the vehicle. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 25: Main Components

    Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale (MON). vapours. Do not swallow fuel. Do not transfer fuel between different containers TANK CAPACITY (reserve included): using a hose. – 16.5 ! FUEL RESERVE : – 4 ! use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 26: Lubricants

    (625 miles) and then every 24.000 km surrounding area. (15000 miles) Remove any trace of oil. Have engine oil changed at an aprilia Official Dealer. In case of leakage or malfunctions, contact Have oil level checked and oil changed at an an aprilia Official Dealer.

  • Page 27: Brake Fluid - Recommendations

    WARNING DO NOT RELEASE BRAKE FLUID INTO THE Have brake fluid changed at an aprilia ENVIRONMENT. Any sudden changes in play or hardness in Official Dealer every two years.

  • Page 28: Checking Brake Fluid Level

    MIN = minimum level. NOTE in good condition: This vehicle is fitted with front and Contact an aprilia Official Dealer and have ◆ rear disc brakes. Each braking system is brake fluid level topped up. operated by an independent hydraulic circuit.

  • Page 29: Coolant

    Do not ride when coolant is below the “MIN” level. Check coolant level every 2000 km (1250 miles) and after a long trip. Have coolant changed at an aprilia Official Dealer every two years. WARNING Coolant is toxic when ingested. Contact with eyes or skin may cause irritation.

  • Page 30: Checking And Topping Up

    If coolant level drops too quickly or the tank (1) is between the “MIN” and “MAX” tank is empty, check the cooling circuit for marks. leaks. Have the leak repaired at an aprilia WARNING Official Dealer. MIN = minimum level.

  • Page 31: Tyres

    Always check that the caps are in place on the valves, or the tyres may deflate An overinflated tyre will provide a harsh suddenly. ride, reduce riding comfort and stability when cornering. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 32: Muffler/Exhaust Silencer

    Have your tyres Check the muffler/exhaust silencer and the and wheels serviced at an aprilia Official silencer pipes for rust or holes. Ensure that FRONT REAR Dealer or a specialised tyre repairer. New the exhaust system works correctly.

  • Page 33: Instructions For Use

    Check for proper operation. switch ( Lights, warning lights, Check sound and visual devices for proper operation. Change bulbs or injection light, horn and fix a failure, if necessary. 57-62 electrical devices Injection pump Check for proper operation. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 34: Starting

    Do not start the engine when the vehicle is If the lights do not come on or fail to go out after three seconds, contact an aprilia on the side stand. WARNING Official Dealer.
  • Page 35 When this is the case, stop the engine immediately and contact an aprilia Official Dealer. Do not use the vehicle when engine oil is low, or this will damage engine components. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 36: Moving Off - Riding

    Convex mirrors (FUEL). provide a larger view, but any objects seen in these mirrors seem farther than they really are. It may take some time to learn to judge the distance of traffic behind accurately. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 37 Atlantic 500...

  • Page 38: Running-In

    500 km (312 mi). ◆ Vary speed frequently. ◆ Lock the steering, see page 19 (STEERING ◆ After the first 1000 km (625 mi), progresively LOCK) and extract the key. increase speed until reaching max. perfor- mance. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 39: Placing The Vehicle On The Stand

    Park the vehicle in a safe place, possibly in a garage or an area protected by security. If possible, use the suitable aprilia “Body-Guard” armoured cable or an additional anti-theft device. Make sure to have all the necessary documents and the Excise Duty stamp.

  • Page 40: Maintenance

    If you need assistance or technical advice, antenna built into the switch when the key is Never put any mechanical parts or other contact an aprilia Official Dealer for turned to on. The modulated signal acts as a vehicle components in your mouth when guaranteed accurate, prompt service.

  • Page 41: Periodic Maintenance Chart

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official Dealer Post running-in Every 6000 km Every 12000 km Components [1000 km (625 mi)] (3750 mi) or 8 months (7500 mi) or 16 months ➀ Carburetor – idle rpm (CO) ➀...
  • Page 42 OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official Dealer (CAN BE CARRIED OUT BY THE USER AS WELL) Post running-in Every 6000 km Every 12000 km Components [1000 km (625 mi)] (3750 mi) or 8 months (7500 mi) or 16 months ➀...

  • Page 43: Identification Data

    Engine no ________________________ The frame number can be used for the Frame no __________________________ purchase of spare parts. NOTE Altering the identification numbers is a legal offence. Altering the frame number invalidates the guarantee. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 44: Checking And Topping Up Engine Oil Level

    Stop the engine and let it cool down. This ◆ level mark. lubrication will lead to working parts fretting, will allow the oil to settle into the oil pan resulting in irreparable damage. and cool down. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 45: Changing Engine Oil And The Engine Oil Filter

    SAE 5/W 40 type exceeding the API ST Place the vehicle on the centre stand. ◆ Have the oil changed at an aprilia Official specification. Always use new oil. WARNING Dealer The engine and exhaust system components Unscrew and extract the plug/dipstick (1).

  • Page 46: Changing Transmission Oil

    Improper lubrication will lead to working will allow the oil to settle into the oil pan parts fretting, resulting in irreparable and cool down. damage. NOTE Accurate oil level measurement is only ensured when the above procedures are observed. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 47: Air Cleaner

    Have oil changed at an aprilia Official Dealer. WARNING Make sure not to spill oil on the rear brake disc while changing oil. ◆ Unscrew and extract the plug/dipstick (1). ◆ Release and remove the transmission oil drain screw (2).

  • Page 48: Checking The Brake Pads For Wear

    WITH OIL. Any oil would affect cleaner and engine operation. CAUTION When refitting the cleaner (7), install it inside the filter cover (6) (take care that seal is perfectly seated), then screw cover to filter body again. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 49 WARNING disc and brake pads proceeding as follows. until uncovering the metal substrate, metal- to-metal contact with the brake disc would Have the parts replaced at an aprilia FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS lead to rattle and the brake calliper Official Dealer.

  • Page 50: Checking The Stand

    Read page 40 (MAINTENANCE) carefully. CAUTION Have front suspension oil changed at an aprilia Official Dealer, who can ensure you an accurate and prompt service. Have the front suspension oil changed every 30000 km (18750 miles) or every 4 years.

  • Page 51: Rear Suspension Adjustment

    Both shock absorbers must be set to the damage. The support must prevent the same setting. Uneven vehicle from falling, while the front wheel Road Smooth or should be able to move freely. surface normal Riding solo Recomm. Carrying a when passenger use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 52: Checking Engine Pivot Shaft

    If there is too much play, have the vehicle CAUTION serviced at an aprilia Official serviced at an aprilia Official Dealer. Tightening the ring nut gives a stiffer Dealer. setting. As a result, the effort required to rotate the handlebar will be greater and handling will be harder.

  • Page 53: Removing The Right And Left Inspection Covers

    ◆ Using a screwdriver, force up inspection Remove front fairing (6). ◆ cover (4) until it comes out of its seat. CAUTION Ensure that the tabs locate correctly into their seats on refitting. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 54 Release and remove the two screws (4). ◆ Hold the rear-view mirror (2) in order to CAUTION prevent it from falling accidentally. Pay attention to the fixing tab clips. They might come loose during removal. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 55: Throttle Twistgrip Adjustment

    There should be 2–3 mm free play in the released. ◆ Pull the front cover (5) gently to remove. throttle twistgrip cable (measured at twistgrip edge). CAUTION Ensure that the tabs with the clips locate correctly into their seats on refitting. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 56: Spark Plug

    Check electrode and insulating material ◆ Refit the left inspection cover, see page for carbon deposits or corrosion. Clean 53 (REMOVING THE RIGHT AND LEFT off deposits with a metal wire or wire brush, INSPECTION COVERS). if needed. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 57 If you are leaving the battery fitted in the KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. motorcycle, disconnect the leads from the Avoid leaning the vehicle at steep angles terminals. or you might spill battery fluid. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 58: Checking And Cleaning The Battery Lead Connections And Terminals

    Reconnect the positive cable (+) first and then the negative cable (-). Handle with care when the breather hose ◆ Coat the battery lead connections and is removed, or battery fluid might spill terminals with neutral grease or Vaseline. out. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 59: Checking Battery Fluid Level

    Vaseline. ◆ Connect the battery breather hose (1). Add distilled water until achieving correct ◆ Refit the battery cover, see page 58 ◆ level. (REMOVING THE BATTERY COVER). use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 60: Replacing The Fuses

    Replace any failed fuses with a fuse of be a short circuit or overloading. When this glove compartment. equal current rating. is the case, contact an aprilia Official – 3-A fuse (6) NOTE Dealer. When you use one of the spare From voltage regulator to ECU permanent power supply (seat E in the wiring diagram).

  • Page 61: Vertical Adjustment Of The Headlight Beam

    Switch on the low beam and sit astride the (3), fuse (5). motorcycle. The light spot on the wall should – 30-A fuse (12) be just below the horizontal line of the Spare fuse. headlight (about nine/tenths of overall height) use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 62: Horizontal Adjustment Of The Headlight Beam

    Working from the front of the vehicle, ro- ◆ tate the bulb holder (1) with the bulb (2) clockwise and extract both from their seat. ◆ Slightly press the bulb (2) and rotate it anticlockwise. ◆ Extract the bulb from its seat. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 63: Replacing The Headlight Bulbs

    To change bulbs, you can also seated in the guides in the reflector seat. remove the loudspeakers covers. Place the bulb holder (7) into the reflector ◆ seat and turn it clockwise. ◆ Connect the bulb connector. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 64: High Beam Bulbs

    Replace it with a new one of the same new bulb of equal rating. (UNLOCKING/LOCKING THE SADDLE). rating. Upon reassembly, carry on the same NOTE The following instructions apply to operations in reverse order. both indicators. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 65: Replacing The Number Plate Bulb

    Remove the bulb (2) and fit a new bulb of ◆ With the tail light in your hand, turn equal rating. ◆ counterclockwise and remove the bulb holder (9) with bulb (10) of reflector (8). Remove the bulb from its seat ◆ use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 66: Changing The Third Stop Bulbs

    Do not pull on the wiring to extract the bulb teeth. holder. Pull up sissy bar (6) to remove. ◆ Grasp the bulb holder (3) and pull to ◆ extract. Remove the bulb (4) and fit a new bulb of ◆ equal rating. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 67: Transport

    Fuel vapours are noxious for human health. Ensure the area is well ventilated before proceeding. Do not inhale fuel vapours. Do not smoke or use open flames. DO NOT RELEASE FUEL INTO THE ENVIRONMENT use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 68: Cleaning

    3) Use only neutral detergent to wash the substances that may damage the vehicle. Rinse with water, but do not use a water cleaner (see page 68). paintwork. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 69: Long Inactivity

    Put a clean cloth on the cylinder, steady temperature. Test ride the vehicle at moderate speed in near the spark plug seat, in order to protect an area away from traffic. it from oil sprays. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...

  • Page 70: Technical Data

    Forced circulation by trochoidal pump accommodated inside crankcase, oil filter and pressure regulation through bypass valve Cooling system Liquid cooling with forced circulation by centrifugal pump Converter Stepless automatic Primary V-belt TRANSMISSION Secondary Gears Total engine/wheel ratio minimum 1/11.988 maximum 1/4.86 use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 71 Type Electronic fuel injection with electric fuel pump Fuel Premium-grade unleaded petrol (4 Stars minimum octane rating 95 (ROM) and 85 (MON) FRAME Type HIGH-STRENGTH STEEL TUBING Steering head angle 28°, 50’ Trail 118 mm use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 72 14 x 3.75 Type Tubeless Front 120 /70 -15 M/C 56R Rear 140 /60 -14 M/C REINF. 64R STANDARD INFLATION PRESSURES Front 2.1 bar TYRES Rear 2.3 bar INFLATION PRESSURES FOR CARRYING A PASSENGER Front Rear use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 73 Number plate light 12V - 5W Dashboard light Third stop light 12V – 2.3W Turning indicator lights Engine oil pressure Low beam light High beam light WARNING LIGHTS Low fuel light Brake pads wear High coolant temperature use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 74 Use only nitrite-free anti-freeze and corrosion inhibitors with a freezing point of -35°C as a minimum. (Recommended) engine coolant: ECOBLU -40 °C - COOL. As an alternative to the recommended product, top brand coolant meeting or exceeding CUNA NC 956-16 specifications for ethylene glycol based anti-freeze can be used. use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 75 When you demand aprilia Original Parts, you are purchasing products that have been developed and tested as early as the vehicle design stage. aprilia Original Parts systematically undergo strict quality control procedures to ensure total reliability and long service life.
  • Page 76 Distributors use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 77 Distributors use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 78 WIRING DIAGRAM - Atlantic 500 ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! SCROLL x1000r/min mp/h Km/h PASSING STOP TRIP 13 14 15 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 18 19 20...
  • Page 79 WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - Atlantic 500 Multiple connectors Rear brake light switch CABLE COLORS RPM sensor Front brake light switch Orange Stepper motor Key-operated switch Light blue Coil Bank angle sensor Blue Spark plug Right dimmer switch White Fuel injector...
  • Page 80 REMARKS Aprilia PURCHASE ONLY GENUINE SPARE PARTS use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 81 REMARKS Aprilia PURCHASE ONLY GENUINE SPARE PARTS use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 82 REMARKS Aprilia PURCHASE ONLY GENUINE SPARE PARTS use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 83 REMARKS Aprilia PURCHASE ONLY GENUINE SPARE PARTS use and maintenance Atlantic 500...
  • Page 84 – Do not dispose of oil, fuel, polluting substances and components in the environment. – Do not keep the engine running if it isn’t necessary. – Avoid disturbing noises.

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