Running-In; Stopping - APRILIA RSV 1000 TUONO R Manual

RUNNING-IN

The running-in of the engine is essential to
ensure its life and correct operation.
If possible, ride on hilly roads and/or roads
with many bends, so that the engine, the
suspensions and the brakes undergo a
more effective running-in.
During running-in, change speed.
In this way the components are first
"loaded" and then "relieved" and the
engine parts can thus cool down.
Even if it is important to stress the engine
components during running-in, take care
not to exceed.
NOTE
Top performance is only obtained
after covering the first 1500 km (937 mi).
Keep to the following indications:
u Do not open the throttle completely if the
speed is low, both during and after
running-in.
u Until you have covered the first 100 km
(62 mi), use the brakes gently and avoid
hard, prolonged braking. This ensures a
correct bedding-in of the pads on the
brake disc.
u During the first 1000 km (625 mi) never
exceed 6000 rpm.
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WARNING
After the first 1000 km (625 mi), have an
aprilia Authorised Dealer carry out the
checks indicated in the column "After
running-in" of the regular service
intervals chart, see page 59 (REGULAR
SERVICE INTERVALS CHART), in order
to avoid hurting yourself or other
people and/or damaging the vehicle.
u Between the first 1000 (625 mi) and
1500 km (937 mi) ride more briskly,
change speed and use the maximum
acceleration only for a few seconds, in
order to ensure better coupling of the
components; never exceed 7500 rpm
(see table).
u After the first 1500 km (937 mi), you can
expect higher performance from your
engine. However, never exceed the
maximum rpm allowed (11,000 rpm).
Engine maximum rpm recommended
Mileage km (mi)
0 – 1000 (0 – 625)
1000 – 1500 (625 – 937)
over 1500 (937)
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STOPPING

If possible, avoid stopping abruptly,
s lo wi ng d own s ud denly and limit
braking.
Release the throttle grip (1) (Pos.A),
u
gradually put on the brakes and at the
s a m e t i m e s h i f t d o w n i n o r d e r t o
decrease the speed, see page 50
(MOVING OFF - RIDING).
rpm
Once the speed has decreased, before
6000
stopping the vehicle:
7500 u Pull the clutch lever (2) in order to
prevent the engine from stalling.
11000
When the vehicle has come to rest:
u Select neutral (green warning light "
on).
Release the clutch lever (2).
u
u In case of a brief stop, keep at least one
brake on.
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WARNING
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