APRILIA RSV 1000 R - 2003 Manual page 124

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REMOVING THE SIDE STAND
Carefully read p. 84 (MAINTENANCE).
It is advisable to remove the side stand if
the vehicle is to be used for competition.
When removing the side stand, you must
remove the stand (1) complete with:
– springs (2);
– support (3);
– safety switch (4).
WARNING
Failure to remove the side stand before
using your vehicle in competition can
result in reduced cornering clearance.
This could lead to a serious crash with
subsequent serious injury or even
death.
NOTE
Removing the safety switch (4)
disconnects the electrical circuit, and your
vehicle' s engine will not run with the
transmission in gear.
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You must restore the circuit function by
connecting the wiring device (6) (aprilia
part # 8124943), which is available at your
Local aprilia Dealer, to the connector (5).
If the vehicle is used for racing, safety pegs
(7) are available for installation to the rider
footrests to avoid removal of the side
stand.
Removal of the safety pegs (7) fitted to
the rider footrests is only allowed after
removal of the side stand.
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CAUTION
Never lean the vehicle against walls or
lay it on the ground. This could lead to
t h e v e h i c l e f a l l i n g o v e r , c a u s i n g
damage to the vehicle and injury to
yourself or any other bystanders.
To park the vehicle without the stand
only the rear support stand
used.
WARNING
Never disconnect or remove the safety
switch (4) without also removing the
stand. Disconnecting or removing the
safety switch (4) only makes it possible
to start the vehicle and ride off with
extended stand which may result in
upset, and serious injuries or even
death to the rider or bystanders, and
damage to the vehicle.
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