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Page 2: Safety Warnings
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY WARNINGS .......... 2 TYRES ............33 OF THE BATTERY ........64 CATALYTIC SILENCER....... 34 CHECKING AND CLEANING TECHNICAL INFORMATION ......2 THE TERMINALS ........65 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ........ 34 WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS - GENERAL REMOVING THE BATTERY......65 PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS 35 ADVICE .............. - Page 5 safe drive...
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Page 6: Basic Safety Rules
BASIC SAFETY RULES Most road accidents are caused by the Avoid obstacles that could damage the driver’s lack of experience. vehicle or make you lose control. To drive the vehicle it is necessary to be in NEVER lend the vehicle to beginners and, p o s s e s s i o n o f a l l t h e r e q u i r e m e n t s Avoid riding in the slipstream in any case, make sure that the driver has... - Page 7 If necessary, have the vehicle inspected by Any modification of the vehicle and/or the distractions caused by people, things and an aprilia Official Dealer, who should removal of original components can movements (never smoke, eat, drink, read, carefully check the frame, handlebars, compromise vehicle performance levels etc.) while driving.
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Page 8: Clothing
CLOTHING Do not keep objects that can be dangerous ACCESSORIES in case of fall, for example pointed objects Before starting, always wear a correctly The owner of the vehicle is responsible for like keys, pens, glass vials etc. in your fastened crash helmet. -
Page 9: Load
Do not exceed the maximum load allowed aprilia recommends the use of genuine helmet hanging from its string, because it for each side-bag. -
Page 10: Arrangement Of The Main Elements
ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN ELEMENTS 1) Dashboard 7) 2 stroke oil tank 11) Rider left footrest 2) Left rear-view mirror 8) 2 stroke oil tank plug (with spring, always open) 3) Ignition switch/steering lock 9) Glove/tool kit compartment 12) Shifting lever 4) Battery 10) Passenger left footrest 13) Side stand... - Page 11 1) Passenger right footrest 6) Fuel tank plug 12) Rear brake control lever (snapping, closed/open) 7) Coolant expansion tank plug 13) Rider right footrest 2) Passenger grab strap 8) Expansion tank (with spring, always open) 3) Rider saddle 9) Right rear-view mirror 14) Drive chain 4) Air cleaner 10) Front brake fluid tank...
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Page 12: Arrangement Of The Instruments/Controls
ARRANGEMENT OF THE INSTRUMENTS/CONTROLS 1) Ignition switch/steering lock ( 8) Clutch lever 2) Cold start lever ( ) 9) Instruments and indicators 3) Direction indicator switch ( 10) Front brake lever 4) Horn push button ( 11) Throttle grip 5) MODEpush button 12) Start push button ( ) 6) Dimmer switch ( 13) Engine stop switch (... -
Page 13: Instruments And Indicators
INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS 1) Revolution counter 5) Amber low fuel warning light ( 2) Green turn indicator warning light ( 6) Green neutral light ( 3) lue high beam warning light ( 7) Red general warning light ( 4) Multifunction digital display (coolant temperature - clock - battery voltage - lap timer - mixer oil level diagnostics ( use and maintenance RS 125... -
Page 14: Instruments And Indicators Table
When the ignition key is turned to " " with the engine stopped, all warning lights come on for a LED check-up and go out after two seconds. If one or more warning lights do not come on at this stage, contact an aprilia Official Dealer Description Function Indicates the number of revolutions of the engine per minute. - Page 15 (°C/°F) T o t o g g l e b e - Now turn the key to “ ” and check coolant level, see page 32 (COOLANT). tween readouts, aprilia Contact an Official Dealer. Multifunction s e e p a g e 1 6...
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Page 16: Multifunction Computer
MULTIFUNCTION COMPUTER When you turn the ignition key to " ", the During the initial check-up, all instruments following instrument panel lights will turn will briefly show the current values of the Controls on for two seconds: corresponding parameters. The following standard settings are displayed: 1) MODE Button: –... - Page 17 Description of the functions TRIP METER (TRIP) CLOCK Press the MODE button a few times and With the ODO function displayed briefly With the TRIP value displayed, briefly the following functions are alternatively press the MODE button to display trip press the MODE button to display the displayed in area C of the display: meter value.
- Page 18 As soon as 16 lap times have been stored, Timing Do not disturb any button for three the display reads FULL, any new lap times seconds to complete the procedure and With the vehicle running, briefly press the will not be stored. the display will show set time.
- Page 19 View times Delete times BATTERY VOLTAGE Entering the Lap timer function with With the ODO function displayed, press With the Clock function displayed, briefly vehicle stopped lets you view the times the MODE button for several seconds to press the MODE button to display the stored.
- Page 20 If MODE Have the scheduled service operations button is released before ten seconds performed by aprilia Authorised Dealers have elapsed, the unit of measurement and Service Centres, so that they will also will still be the one previously in use.
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Page 21: Main Independent Controls
MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS 3) DIMMER SWITCH ( When it is in position “ ” the parking lights, the dashboard light and the low beam are always on. When it is in position “ ”, the high beam comes on. 4) MODE BUTTON Allows you to use the multifunction computer. -
Page 22: Ignition Switch
Position Function removal The steering It is possible is locked. It to remove is not the key. possible to Steering start the lock engine. The engine It is possible cannot be to remove started. the key. STEERING LOCK The engine It is not IGNITION SWITCH can be... -
Page 23: Auxiliary Equipment
AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT GLOVE/TOOL KIT COMPARTMENT The tool kit (4) includes: – 3, 5 mm Allen spanners T h e g l o v e / t o o l k i t c o m p a r t m e n t i s –... -
Page 24: Special Tools
Positioning of the vehicle stand coupling on the rear stand. pins (4) SPECIAL TOOLS To perform some specific operations, it is advisable to use the following special tools (to be requested to an aprilia Official Dealer): use and maintenance RS 125... -
Page 25: Main Components
TRANSMISSION OIL MAIN COMPONENTS Check the transmission oil level every FUEL 4 0 0 0 k m ( 2 5 0 0 m i ) , s e e p a g e 4 8 (CHECKING THE TRANSMISSION OIL T h e f u e l u s e d f o r i n t e r n a l LEVEL AND TOPPING UP). -
Page 26: Brake Fluid-Recommendations
The brake fluid must be changed once a In case maintenance operations are to year by an aprilia Official Dealer. be performed on the hydraulic circuit, it is advisable to use latex gloves. Use brake fluid of the type specified in... -
Page 27: Front Brake
Leave the brake fluid tank open ONLY aprilia Official Dealer, since it may be for the time necessary for topping up. necessary to bleed the system. Remove the gasket (2). -
Page 28: Rear Brake
Official Dealer, since it may be Leave the brake fluid tank open ONLY necessary to bleed the system. for the time necessary for topping up. -
Page 29: Stroke Oil Tank
If you run out of oil in the 2 stroke oil tank or if the mixer oil pipe has been TANK CAPACITY: 1.70 Loosen the nuts (3, 4). removed, contact an aprilia Official Rotate the rod and adjust the shifting TANK RESERVE: 0.60 Dealer, who will provide for bleeding the lever height. -
Page 30: Adjusting The Rear Brake
Rotate the adjuster (6), until the idle Check the braking efficiency. brake pedal (5) reaches the desired stroke at the end of the clutch lever is If necessary, contact an aprilia height. about 10÷15 mm (see figure). Official Dealer. Lock the brake adjuster (2) by means of Tighten the nut (8) (by unscrewing it) and the lock nut (1). - Page 31 If it is not possible to obtain a correct adjustment or if the c l u t c h d o e s n o t f u n c t i o n properly, contact your aprilia Official Dealer. Make sure that the clutch cable...
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Page 32: Coolant
COOLANT Have the coolant changed by an aprilia Official Dealer. Do not use the vehicle if the coolant is below the minimum prescribed level. The coolant is made up of 50% water and 50% antifreeze. Check the coolant level every 1500 km This mixture is ideal for most running (935 mi) and after long rides;... -
Page 33: Tyres
“MIN” and “MAX” the above mentioned operations carried road holding during turns. marks (see figure). out by an aprilia Official Dealer or by a If not, unscrew and remove the filling If, on the contrary, the inflation pressure qualified tyre repairer. -
Page 34: Catalytic Silencer
Do not hesitate to consult your aprilia O f f i c i a l D e a l e r i n c a s e t h e r e i s... -
Page 35: Preliminary Checking Operations
PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS Component Check Page Front and rear disc brakes Check the functioning, the idle stroke of the control levers, the fluid level and make 26, 27 sure there are no leaks. Check the wear of the pads. If necessary, top up the fluid 28, 60 tank. -
Page 36: Starting
STARTING Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is extremely noxious if inhaled. Avoid starting the engine in closed or badly-ventilated rooms. The non-observance of this warning may cause loss of consciousness or even lead to death by asphyxia. With the side stand down, the engine can be started only if the gears are in neutral;... - Page 37 STARTING WITH COLD ENGINE When the room temperature is low (about 0 °C), it may be difficult to start the engine at the first attempt. In this case: Rotate the cold start lever “ ” (4) downwards. Press the start button “ ” (5) for at least ten seconds and at the same time rotate the throttle grip slightly.
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Page 38: Departure And Drive
DEPARTURE AND DRIVE This vehicle is considerably powerful and must be used gradually and with the greatest care. Do not place objects behind the front part of the fairing. Before departure, carefully read the "safe drive" chapter, see p. 5 (SAFE DRIVE). - Page 39 The downshifting should be carried out in the following situations: When riding downhill or when braking, in order to increase the braking action by using the compression of the engine. When riding uphill, if the gear engaged is not suitable to the speed (high gear, moderate speed) and the engine rpm decreases.
- Page 40 Avoid opening and closing the Before beginning to turn, slow Pay the utmost attention to any throttle grip repeatedly and d o w n o r b r a k e d r i v i n g a t obstacle or variation of the continuously, so that you do not moderate and constant speed or...
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Page 41: Running-In
RUNNING-IN After the first 1000 km (625 mi) , c a r r y o u t t h e c h e c k i n g The running-in of the engine is important to o pe r a t i o ns in d ic a t e d i n t he ensure its correct functioning. -
Page 42: Parking
SUGGESTIONS TO PREVENT THEFT Do not use any “brake lock” devices. Failure to heed this warning can seriously damage the braking system and lead to an accident thus provoking serious injuries or death. NEVER leave the ignition key inserted and always use the steering lock. -
Page 43: Maintenance
Ask your aprilia Official Dealer to test the exhaust system have cooled down and, vehicle on the road after a repair or In case any maintenance operation if possible, lift the vehicles with the periodic maintenance operation. -
Page 44: Regular Service Intervals Chart
(2500 mi) (5000 mi) OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY (625 mi)] or 12 months or 24 months THE aprilia Official Dealer (WHICH Battery - Terminal fastening - " " – CAN BE CARRIED OUT EVEN BY THE Electrolyte level USER). - Page 45 OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY After running- Every 4000 km Every 8000 km THE aprilia Official Dealer. Component in [1000 km (2500 mi) or 12 (5000 mi) or 24 (625 mi)] months months " Rear shock absorber – –...
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Page 46: Identification Data
ENGINE NUMBER FRAME NUMBER IDENTIFICATION DATA The engine number is stamped on the The frame number is stamped on the right It is a good rule to write down the frame upper part of the crankcase, on the left side of the steering column. and engine numbers in the space provided side. -
Page 47: Positioning The Vehicle On The Rear Support Stand
POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE FRONT SUPPORT STAND THE REAR SUPPORT STAND Position the vehicle on the appropriate Screw and tighten the pin (1) in the rear support stand , see beside appropriate seat on the rear fork. (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE Have someone help you keep REAR SUPPORT STAND... -
Page 48: Checking The Transmission Oil Level And Topping Up
CHECKING TOPPING UP If it were necessary to top up, proceed as Position the vehicle on firm and follows: flat ground. Unscrew and remove the filling cap (2). Stop the engine and let it cool down for Pour a small quantity of oil and wait at least ten minutes, in order to allow the about one minute, to allow the oil to flow oil to flow back to the oil pan and to cool... -
Page 49: Changing The Transmission Oil
Screw and tighten the drain plug (2). Drain plug (2) driving torque: 27 Nm (2.7 kgm). Pour about 600 cm³ of transmission oil through the filling opening (3), see page 78 (LUBRICANT CHART). Tighten the filling plug (3). Start engine, page 36 (STARTING) and let it idle for about one minute, in order to ensure the filling up of... -
Page 50: Front Wheel
(POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE the outflow of the brake fluid. may be difficult for unskilled REAR SUPPORT STAND In this case consult your aprilia Official operators. If necessary, contact an Position the vehicle on the appropriate Dealer, who will carry out the proper aprilia Official Dealer. - Page 51 Correctly position the spacer (9). Upon reassembly of the brake aprilia Official Dealer, in order to avoid c al i pe r , r e p l a ce t h e c al i pe r accidents that may be harmful for you...
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Page 52: Rear Wheel
W h i l e d i s a s s e m b l i n g a n d a way as to keep the wheel in its position case consult your aprilia Official reassembling the wheel, be after loosening it. - Page 53 Official Dealer, in order to avoid Position the wheel between the rear fork Uniformly apply a moderate quantity of accidents that may be harmful for you grease on the wheel pin (3).
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Page 54: Drive Chain
4 3 that there are crushed or seized chain and/or damages to the (MAINTENANCE). links; in this case, contact an aprilia pinion and/or the crown. Official Dealer. To prevent the risk of The vehicle is equipped with a chain with... - Page 55 The crushed or seized links must be lubricated and made work again. If this is not possible, contact an aprilia Official Dealer, who will provide for changing the chain. Check the wear of the chain tightener roller (7).
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Page 56: Removing The Rider Saddle
REMOVING THE SIDE FAIRINGS REMOVING THE RIDER SADDLE Handle the plastic and painted Position the vehicle on the stand. components with care and avoid C a r e f u l l y r e a d p a g e 4 3 Insert the key (1) in the lock (2). -
Page 57: Removing The Lower Fairing
REMOVING THE LOWER FAIRING LIFTING THE FUEL TANK Remove the rider saddle, see page 56 (REMOVING THE RIDER SADDLE). Carefully read page 43 Carefully read page 25 (FUEL) and Unscrew and remove the screw (2) and (MAINTENANCE) page 43 (MAINTENANCE). take the bushing. -
Page 58: Air Cleaner
REMOVAL AIR CLEANER Slightly raise the fuel tank (4) at the front Lift fuel tank, page 57 disconnect connector (5) and fuel line Clean the air cleaner every 4000 km (REMOVING THE LOWER FAIRING). (6). (2500 mi) or 12 months, change it every Unscrew and remove the two screws Completely raise the fuel tank (4) and 8000 km (5000 mi) or more frequently if... -
Page 59: Rear Suspension
The filtering element (4) must be personalize the vehicle attitude. well impregnated, though not For this kind of adjustment, contact an dripping. aprilia Official Dealer. CHANGING Replace the filtering element (4) with a new one of the same type. use and maintenance RS 125... -
Page 60: Checking The Brake Pad Wear
The adjusting nut must not be screwed for more than 25 mm from the beginning of the thread ( s e e f i g u r e ) . I f t h i s m e a s u r e i s e x c e e d e d , e v e n t h e... -
Page 61: Idling Adjustment
(°C/°F)) about 1 mm, replace both pads. Position the gear lever in neutral (green – Front pad (3). If necessary, contact your aprilia warning light “ ” on). Official Dealer. – Rear pad (4). Check the engine idling rpm on the revolution counter. -
Page 62: Adjusting
ADJUSTING THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL C a r e f u l l y r e a d p a g e 4 3 (MAINTENANCE). The idle stroke of the throttle grip must be 2÷3 mm, measured on the edge of the grip itself. -
Page 63: Spark Plugs
SPARK PLUGS C a r e f u l l y r e a d p a g e 4 3 (MAINTENANCE). Check the spark plug after the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 4000 km (2500 mi); change it every 8000 km (5000 mi). -
Page 64: Battery
BATTERY LONG INACTIVITY OF THE BATTERY C a r e f u l l y r e a d p a g e 4 3 (MAINTENANCE). If the vehicle remains unused for more than 20 days, disconnect Check the electrolyte level and the the 20A fuse, in order to avoid the tightening of the terminals after the first battery deterioration resulting from the... -
Page 65: Checking And Cleaning The Terminals
REMOVING THE BATTERY T o r e m ov e t h e b a t t e r y i t i s necessary to set the digital clock function to zero. To reset the digital clock, see page 16 (MULTIFUNCTION COMPUTER). -
Page 66: Checking
CHECKING INSTALLING THE BATTERY THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL Carefully read page 64 (BATTERY). Carefully read page 64 (BATTERY). Make sure that the ignition switch is in To check the electrolyte level, proceed as position “ ”. follows: Lift fuel tank, page 57 (REMOVING THE LOWER FAIRING). -
Page 67: Changing The Fuses
From the key switch to all light loads case it is advisable to consult an the filament is broken. and horn, solenoid valves , RAVE aprilia Official Dealer. Before replacing a fuse, try to find out the motor cause of the trouble, if possible. 3) 7.5A fuse From the key switch to ignition, start safety device. -
Page 68: Checking The Switches
CHECKING THE SWITCHES Make sure that there are no dirt or mud deposits on the switch; the pin must be C a r e f u l l y r e a d p a g e 4 3 able to move without interferences, (MAINTENANCE). -
Page 69: Vertical Adjustment Of The Headlight Beam
To set beam height: BULBS VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE HEADLIGHT BEAM Working on the central lower side of the C a r e f u l l y r e a d p a g e 4 3 headlight fairing, use the 8-mm fork NOTE Beam inspection procedures may (MAINTENANCE). -
Page 70: Changing The Headlight Bulbs
CHANGING To ch ange the bulbs, proceed as LOW/HIGH BEAM LIGHT THE HEADLIGHT BULBS follows: Working on the headlight fairing rear end, right or left according to the bulb to Carefully read page 69 (BULBS). PARKING LIGHT BULB be changed, disconnect connector (6). Rotate the lock ring anticlockwise and Position the vehicle on the stand. -
Page 71: Changing The Rear Light Bulb
Position the vehicle on the stand. CHANGING I n s e r t t h e b u l b i n t h e b u l b Remove the rider seat, see page 56 THE REAR LIGHT BULB socket, making the two bulb pins (REMOVING THE RIDER SADDLE) . -
Page 72: Transport
TRANSPORT During transport, the vehicle must be kept in vertical position, it must be firmly anchored and the 1st gear must be engaged, in order to avoid any leak of fuel, oil, coolant. In case of failure, do not tow the vehicle, but ask for assistance. -
Page 73: Cleaning
CLEANING Do not wash the vehicle under the sun, A f t e r t h e v e h i c l e h a s b e e n especially during the summer, when the washed, its braking functions body is still warm, since if the shampoo could be temporarily impaired dries before being rinsed away, it can... -
Page 74: Long Periods Of Inactivity
LONG PERIODS OF INACTIVITY If the vehicle remains unused for more than 20 days, disconnect the 20A fuse, in order to avoid the battery deterioration resulting from the c u r r e n t c o n s u m p t i o n d u e t o t h e multifunction computer. -
Page 75: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Max. length ..........1955 mm Max. width ........... 720 mm Max. height (front part of the fairing included) 1100 mm Seat height ..........805 mm Distance between centres ......1345 mm Min. ground clearance ......... 163 mm Weight ready for starting...... - Page 76 TRANSMISSION Type ............. mechanical, 6 gears with foot control on the left side of the engine GEAR RATIOS Ratio Primary Secondary Final ratio Total ratio 19/63 = 1 : 3.316 10 / 30 = 1: 3.000 17 / 40 = 1 : 2.353 1 : 23.406 1 : 16.161 14 / 29 = 1: 2.071...
- Page 77 TYRES FRONT ............110/70 17” 54H; 110/70 ZR 17” 54W - Inflation pressure for solo rider....180 kPa (1.8 bar) - Inflation pressure for rider and passenger........... 180 kPa (1.8 bar) REAR ............150/60 R17” 66H; 150/60 ZR 17” 66W - Inflation pressure for solo rider....
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Page 78: Lubricant Chart
LUBRICANT CHART Gearbox fluid (reccomended) GEAR SYNTH, SAE 75W - 90. As an alternative to recommended oils, it is possible to use high-quality oils with characteristics in compliance with or superior to the A.P.I GL-4 specifications. Mixer oil (reccomended): SPEED 2T. As an alternative to recommended oils, top brand oils, fully synthetic, meeting or exceeding ISO -L-EGD JASO FC API TC... - Page 79 NOTE ASK FOR GENUINE SPARE PARTS ONLY use and maintenance RS 125...
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Page 80: Official Dealers And Service Centres
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.