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PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU
for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this booklet to help you to get the very best from your scooter. Please read it carefully before riding
the scooter for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your scooter. 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 and it will serve you
well for a long time to come. This booklet forms an integral part of the scooter; should the scooter be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner.
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  • Page 1 PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this booklet to help you to get the very best from your scooter. Please read it carefully before riding the scooter for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your scooter. 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 scooter; this booklet also details routine maintenance procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an authorised Dealer or Service Centre. 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INDEX VEHICLE..................Shock absorbers adjustment............ 31 Dashboard................Running in................. 32 Analogue instrument panel............Starting up the engine............... 33 Clock..................10 Precautions................35 Setting the hour/minutes function.......... 10 Difficult start up................. 35 Key switch................. 10 Stopping the engine..............36 Locking the steering wheel............ 11 Stand..................
  • Page 6 Number plate light..............69 Helmet compartment lighting bulb..........70 Rear-view mirrors..............71 Front and rear disc brake............71 Puncture..................72 Periods of inactivity..............73 Cleaning the vehicle..............74 TECHNICAL DATA..............79 Kit equipment................83 SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES........85 Warnings................... 86 PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE..........

  • Page 7: Vehicle

    X8 400 i.e. Chap. 01 Vehicle...

  • Page 8: Dashboard

    Dashboard (01_01, 01_02) A = Ignition key-switch B = Starter button C = Throttle control D = Front brake lever E = Turn indicator switch F = Headlight switch 01_01 G = Rear brake lever H = Horn button I = Engine cut-off switch L = Boot opening switch M = Saddle opening button N = Instrument panel unit...

  • Page 9: Analogue Instrument Panel

    Analogue instrument panel (01_03) A = Twin scale speedometer (km/h and mph) B = Fuel gauge C = LED immobilizer / anti-theft device D = Coolant temperature gauge E = Right turn signal warning light E = Left turn signal warning light 01_03 H = Low fuel warning light I = Lights ON warning light...

  • Page 10: Clock

    Clock (01_04) The clock, powered directly by the vehicle's battery, may be set by pressing the «T» button located inside the LHS glove-box on the knee-guard panel. Pressing the button for less than one second will add one minute to the displayed time; Keep the «T»...

  • Page 11: Locking The Steering Wheel

    Locking the steering wheel Turn the handlebar to the left as far as it will go, turn the key to position "LOCK" and remove the key. Releasing the steering wheel Reinsert the key and turn it to «OFF». CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «OFF» WHILE RIDING. Switch direction indicators (01_06) Lever towards "S"...

  • Page 12: Horn Button

    Horn button (01_07) Push the «C» button to sound the horn. 01_07 Light switch (01_08) 0 = Low-beam light 1 = High beam light 2 = Passing (flashing) 01_08...

  • Page 13: Start-Up Button

    01_10 The immobilizer system In order to enhance theft protection, the scooter is equipped with a «PIAGGIO IM- MOBILIZER » electronic engine locking device that is activated automatically when the starter key is removed. Upon start-up, the «PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER» system...

  • Page 14: Keys

    Together with the two keys, you will be given a CODE CARD bearing the same code imprinted onto the two keys. WARNING LOSING THE RED KEY PREVENTS ANY REPAIRS OF THE 'PIAGGIO IMMOBIL- IZER' SYSTEM AND THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT. 01_12...

  • Page 15: Immobilizerdevice Enabled Indicator Led

    01_13 Immobilizerdevice enabled indicator led (01_14) Activation of the "PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER" system is signalled by a flashing "C" in- dicator. In order to reduce battery discharge, the indicator LED turns off automatically after 48 hours of uninterrupted functioning. Should the signal led system break down in its flashing function, give information about the type of problem to an Authorised Piaggio-Gilera Service Centre.

  • Page 16: Programming The Immobilizer System

    When additional keys are required, please note that data storage (up to 7 keys max.) must be done on all keys, both new ones and existing ones. Take the red-handgrip key and all the black keys supplied to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre.
  • Page 17 Intermediate step - black key After pulling out the red key, insert the black key within 10 seconds and promptly turn it to «ON». After 1-3 seconds, turn the key to "OFF" again and pull it out. In this way, a maximum of 7 black keys can be programmed by repeating the above procedure keeping the indicated times.

  • Page 18: Saddle Opening Remote Control

    Saddle opening remote control (01_15, 01_16) The vehicle is equipped with a key with remote control to open the saddle and the back compartment cover from the distance. This remote control is supplied together with the «MASTER» key and it has been programmed to control the opening device control unit at the manufacturing stage.
  • Page 19 The control unit confirms the programming has been successfully executed by open- ing the saddle. WARNING TO STORE THE OTHER REMOTE CONTROLS TO MEMORY, (MAXIMUM 8), YOU NEED TO REPEAT THE WHOLE PROCEDURE AGAIN. FAILURE TO CARRY OUT THESE OPERATIONS WITHIN THE INDICATED TIMES WILL RESULT IN THE AUTOMATIC CANCELLATION OF THE PROCESS FOR PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE-CONTROLLED KEYS.

  • Page 20: Power Supply Socket

    Power supply socket (01_17) The scooter is equipped with a 12V socket, "D", inside the LHS glove compartment. This may be used to power electrical devices with a maximum power below 180W (i.e. mobile phones, flashlights, etc.). CAUTION PROLONGED USE OF THE PLUG SOCKET MAY RESULT IN PARTIAL DIS- 01_17 CHARGE OF THE BATTERY The saddle (01_18, 01_19)

  • Page 21: Opening The Saddle To Access The Helmet Compartment By Remote Control

    01_19 Opening the saddle to access the helmet compartment by remote control When the key is in «LOCK» or «OFF» position, the saddle and/or the rear glove-box can be opened with the remote control. The saddle cannot be opened only when the key is set to "ON".

  • Page 22: Opening The Saddle

    Opening the saddle (01_20) With the key set to "OFF" or "ON" or with the engine on, you can electrically open the saddle by pressing button "M". If the electric opening does not work, use the emer- gency lever "A". When the key is set to "LOCK" the saddle cannot be opened. OBJECTS INAPPROPRIATELY PLACED INSIDE THE HELMET COMPARTMENT MAY CAUSE THE SADDLE TO DEFORM AND MAY PREVENT THE COURTESY LIGHT FROM TURNING OFF.

  • Page 23: Identification

    01_22 Identification (01_23, 01_24) The identification registration numbers consist of a prefix stamped on the chassis and engine "B" respectively, followed by a number. These numbers must always be indi- cated on spare parts requests. To read the chassis number, remove the relevant port "A"...

  • Page 24: Rear Top Box Opening Button

    01_24 Rear top box opening button (01_25, 01_26) If the ignition key-switch is turned to either the "ON" or "OFF" position, or the engine is running, it is possible to open the boot door electrically, pressing button "N". Should the electrical opening fail, please use the lever indicated located underneath the fuel tank filler neck.

  • Page 27: Use

    X8 400 i.e. Chap. 02...

  • Page 28: Checks

    Checks Before using the vehicle, check: 1. There is enough fuel in the fuel tank. 2. The correct fluid level for front and rear brakes. 3. That tyres are properly inflated. 4. The correct functioning of tail lights, headlamp, turn indicators, stop light and license plate light.
  • Page 29 DO NOT INHALE FUEL FUMES. DO NOT ALLOW PETROL TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH HOT ENGINE OR ANY PLASTIC PARTS. CAUTION 02_02 PETROL DAMAGES THE PLASTIC PARTS OF THE BODYWORK. WARNING DO NOT RIDE WITH THE FUEL TANK ALMOST EMPTY, LACK OF FUEL CAN DAMAGE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.

  • Page 30: Tyre Pressure

    Fuel reserve approx. 2.5 litres (indicative value) 02_03 Tyre pressure (02_03) Check the tyre pressure and wear periodically (roughly every 500 km). The tyres are equipped with wear indicators; the tyres should be replaced as soon as these indica- tors become visible on the tyre tread. Also check that the tyres do not show signs of splitting at the side or irregular tread wear;...

  • Page 31: Shock Absorbers Adjustment

    Characteristic Front tyre pressure 2.2 bar Rear tyre pressure 2.4 bar Rear wheel pressure (rider and passenger): 2.5 bar Shock absorbers adjustment (02_04, 02_05, 02_06) The preloading of the springs can be adjusted to 4 positions using the ring nut located in the lower part of the shock absorbers and the specific spanner supplied.

  • Page 32: Running In

    WARNING WE RECOMMEND WEARING GLOVES WHILE CARRYING OUT THIS OPERA- TION IN ORDER TO AVOID INJURIES. WARNING 02_05 WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND NOT TO ADJUST BOTH SHOCK ABSORBERS WITH DIFFERENT PRELOADING 02_06 Running in DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80% OF ITS MAX.

  • Page 33: Starting Up The Engine

    CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE VEHICLE, PLEASE COMPLY WITH THE RULES LISTED ABOVE. Starting up the engine (02_07) The vehicle is supplied with an ignition cut-off system, activated by the emergency cut-off switch. The engine cannot be started if the ignition cut-off switch is in the OFF position A running engine automatically switches off when the ignition cut-off switch is set to OFF.
  • Page 34 WARNING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAKES THE REAR WHEEL TURN EVEN WHEN THE THROTTLE IS SLIGHTLY TWISTED. RELEASE THE BRAKE CARE- FULLY AFTER STARTING, AND THEN ACCELERATE GRADUALLY. CAUTION DO NOT START-UP THE ENGINE IN CLOSED AREAS BECAUSE EXHAUST GASES ARE TOXIC. CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH, ALWAYS TAKE CARE, WHEN PARKING THE SCOOTER, THAT THE...

  • Page 35: Precautions

    It is however neces- sary, once the engine is started, to visit an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre to determine the cause and make certain that the scooter functions properly.

  • Page 36: Stopping The Engine

    (in the case of unsealed batteries) and top up with distilled water, if necessary. If the fault that causes the battery to discharge is unknown, contact an authorised Piaggio Service Centre to check the vehicle's electrical sys- tem.

  • Page 37: Stand

    CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH, ALWAYS TAKE CARE, WHEN PARKING THE SCOOTER, THAT THE EXHAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS. CAUTION DO NOT SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. UN- BURNED FUEL COULD ENTER THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND BURN, CAUSING IT TO OVERHEAT AND POSSIBLY DESTROYING IT.

  • Page 38: Automatic Transmission

    SIDE Push with your foot on the fork of the stand "L" to bring it into the open position while lifting the scooter at the same time. CAUTION TAMPERING MAY CAUSE SERIOUS ENGINE MALFUNCTION. 02_08 WARNING THE SIDE STAND CAUSES THE ENGINE TO CUT OUT EVERY TIME THAT IT IS LOWERED;...

  • Page 39: Safe Driving

    2. Let the clutch cool down with the engine at idle speed for a few minutes. Safe driving Some simple tips are provided below that will enable you to use your vehicle on a daily basis in greater safety and peace of mind. Your skill and your mechanical knowledge are the basis of safe riding.
  • Page 40 THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES- SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW. IF THERE SHOULD BE NON-PIAGGIO ACCESSORIES INSTALLED, OR AN AB- NORMAL LOAD, OR IF THE SCOOTER IS NOT IN A GENERALLY GOOD CON- DITION, OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT, SPEED SHOULD BE REDUCED FURTHER.
  • Page 41 RENDERS THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TO THE APPROVED TYPE AND DANGEROUS FOR RIDING.

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    X8 400 i.e. Chap. 03 Maintenance...

  • Page 44: Engine Oil Level

    Engine oil level In 4-stroke engines, engine oil is used to lubricate the distribution elements, the bush- es and the thermal group. An insufficient quantity of oil can cause serious damage to the engine.In all four-stroke engines, a loss of efficiency in oil performance and consumption should be considered normal.

  • Page 45: Engine Oil Top-Up

    MAX level. The topping up of the level between MIN and MAX requires approx. 200 cc of oil. Every 5000 km, however, the engine oil level should be checked and topped up, if necessary, at an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre.

  • Page 46: Engine Oil Change

    Engine oil change (03_04, 03_05, 03_06) The engine oil and filter must be replaced every 6,000 km at an Authorised Piaggio- Gilera Service Centre. The engine should be emptied by draining the oil via the drainage tap «B» of the mesh filter on the transmission side. In order to facilitate oil drainage, loosen the cap/dipstick «A».

  • Page 47: Hub Oil Level

    Lubricating oil for flexible shafts (throttle control) 03_06 Hub oil level (03_07, 03_08, 03_09) Check the oil in the rear hub. To check the rear hub oil level, proceed as follows: 1.Park the scooter on level ground and rest it on its centre stand. 2.
  • Page 48 CAUTION RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH INSUFFICIENT HUB LUBRICATION OR WITH CON- TAMINATED OR IMPROPER LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES THE WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE. CAUTION 03_08 USED OIL CAN HARM THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS.

  • Page 49: Tyres

    Recommended products AGIP ROTRA 80W-90 Rear hub oil SAE 80W/90 Oil that exceeds the requirements of API GL3 specifications Characteristic Quantity: approx. 250 cc 03_10 Tyres (03_10) WARNING THE WHEELS FITTED WITH TYRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED. RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH VERY LOW TYRE PRESSURE OR WITH INCORRECTLY BALANCED TYRES CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS.
  • Page 50 CAUTION THE USE OF TYRES OTHER THAN THOSE INDICATED MAY CAUSE INSTABIL- ITY. IT IS HIGHLY ADVISABLE TO USE ORIGINAL PIAGGIO TYRES. CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD.INCOR- RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID- ING DANGEROUS.

  • Page 51: Spark Plug Dismantlement

    Spark plug dismantlement (03_11, 03_12) Proceed as follows: 1. Remove the lid to access the spark plug and reach it with your hand; 2. Disconnect spark plug HV wire cap «A» ; 3. Unscrew the spark plug using the spark plug wrench supplied; 4.

  • Page 52: Removing The Air Filter

    • Champion RG6YC Electrode gap 0.7-0.8 mm Locking torques (N*m) spark plug 12 to 14 Nm Removing the air filter (03_13) Proceed as follows: 1. Remove the LHS fairing; 2. Loosen the screws "A" (two of which have a knob-type head) and remove the air filter cover.

  • Page 53: Cooling Fluid Level

    "D" on the analogue instrument panel by coloured references. If the pointer enters into the red zone, stop the engine, let it cool down and check the fluid level; if the result is normal, turn to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre. 03_14 The fluid inspection should be carried out every 6,000 km when the engine is cold, following the methods indicated below.
  • Page 54 Piaggio Service Centre. 03_15 The coolant should be replaced every 2 years. For this operation, please contact an authorised Piaggio service centre. N.B. IF DURING A NON-DEMANDING RIDE THE COOLANT WARNING LIGHT COMES ON, SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND ALLOW IT TO COOL DOWN. THEN CHECK THE COOLANT LEVEL;...

  • Page 55: Checking The Brake Oil Level

    WARNING IN ORDER TO AVOID HARMFUL FLUID LEAKS WHILE RIDING, IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE SURE THAT THE LEVEL NEVER EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM VALUE. IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE THE PROPER FUNCTION OF THE ENGINE, IT IS NECESSARY TO KEEP THE RADIATOR GRILLE CLEAN. Recommended products AGIP PERMANENT SPEZIAL coolant...

  • Page 56: Braking System Fluid Top Up

    This operation must be carried out by trained technicians; please contact your nearest 03_19 Authorised PIAGGIO Dealer or Service Centre. WARNING ONLY USE DOT 4 CLASS BRAKE FLUIDS. COOLING SYSTEM FLUIDS ARE HIGHLY CORROSIVE. MAKE SURE THAT IT DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT...

  • Page 57: Battery

    Brake fluid FMVSS DOT 4 Synthetic fluid Battery (03_20) To access the battery, proceed as follows: 1. Place the scooter on its centre stand; 2. Open the saddle, following the previously described procedure; 3. Remove the two fasteners "A" and the cover "B". The battery is the electrical device that requires the most frequent inspections and diligent maintenance.

  • Page 58: Checking The Electrolyte Level

    CAUTION DO NOT REVERSE THE POLARITY: RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT AND DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. WARNING SPENT BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS. Checking the electrolyte level The electrolyte level, which should be checked regularly, must always be at the max- imum level.

  • Page 59: Long Periods Of Inactivity

    Long periods of inactivity If the vehicle has not been used for long periods, it is necessary to periodically re- charge the battery, bearing in mind that the battery tends to go completely flat within around three months. The battery must be recharged with a current load equal to 1/10 of the battery rated capacity (~ 1A ) for a period not longer than 8 hours.
  • Page 60 BESIDES, IF AFTER REPLACING A FUSE, THE NEW FUSE ALSO BLOWS, THE SCOOTER NEEDS TO BE TAKEN TO AN AUTHORISED PIAGGIO/GILERA SERV- ICE CENTRE TO IDENTIFY THE CAUSE OF THE FAULT AND AVOID FURTHER DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRIC SYSTEM COMPONENTS OR THE VEHICLE IT- SELF.
  • Page 61 Fuse No. 3 Threshold of operation: 15A Location: Battery compartment on the left side Protected circuits: 12V 180W socket - Wiring for anti-theft device - Electrical fan remote control - Saddle opening control unit - Actuator for opening saddle and glove-box Fuse No.
  • Page 62 Fuse No. 7 Threshold of operation: 7.5A Location: Battery compartment on the right side Protected circuits: Instrument panel - Wiring for radio Fuse No. 8 Threshold of operation: 7.5A Location: Battery compartment on the right side Protected circuits: Saddle opening control unit Turn...
  • Page 63 Protected circuits: Remote control for injection components (fuel pump, injectors, h.v. coil.) - Electrical fan remote control - Ignition ECU - Immobilizer decoder Fuse No. 12 Threshold of operation: 7.5A Location: Battery compartment on the right side Protected circuits: Wiring for radio - Wiring for anti-theft device - Instrument panel IGHT BULBS TABLE...
  • Page 64 Instrument panel bulb Type: ALL GLASS Power: 12V - 1.2W Quantity: 4 Clock light bulb Type: ALL GLASS Power: 12V - 2W Quantity: 1 Front turn indicator bulb Type: ALL GLASS Power: 12V - 5W Quantity: 2 RHS + 2 LHS Helmet compartment light bulb Type: CYLINDRIC Power: 12V - 5W...
  • Page 65 License plate light bulb Type: ALL GLASS Power: 12V - 5W Quantity: 1 12V - 1.2W warning light bulb Type: ALL GLASS Application: Lighting system warning light - Full beam headlamp warning light - Open boot warning light - Injection warning light Quantity: 4 12V - 2W warning light bulbs Type: ALL GLASS...

  • Page 66: Front Light Group

    Front light group (03_22, 03_23, 03_24) To remove the rear light assembly, proceed as follows: 1. Remove the mirror cover, fastened by the two top screws and retained by the lower rubber ring joining it to the lower fairing; 2. Remove both driving mirrors by loosening the fixing screws "A" on the right and left hand-side;...

  • Page 67: Headlight Adjustment

    Headlight adjustment (03_25, 03_26) Proceed as follows: 1. Position the unloaded scooter, in running order and with the tyres inflated to the prescribed pressure, on a flat surface 10 m away from a half-lit white screen; ensure that the longitudinal axis of the scooter is perpendicular to the screen; 2.

  • Page 68: Rear Optical Unit

    WARNING HIGH AND LOW BEAM LIGHT ARE OF THE HALOGEN TYPE: DO NOT TOUCH WITH YOUR FINGERS TO AVOID DAMAGING THEIR FUNCTION. 03_28 03_29 Rear optical unit (03_30, 03_31) Open the rear flap (boot door), loosen the two fixing screws, "D", and remove the taillight assembly from its housing.

  • Page 69: Rear Turn Indicators

    Rear turn indicators (03_31) Detach the taillight to reach the fixing screw of the turn indicator. Detach the rubber bulb holder and slide the burned out bulb off the bayonet joint. 03_31 Number plate light (03_32, 03_33) Follow these instructions to replace the license plate light bulb: •...

  • Page 70: Helmet Compartment Lighting Bulb

    03_33 Helmet compartment lighting bulb (03_34) Open the rear boot and insert a small plain slot screwdriver in the lateral notch to detach the snap-on glass "D", then replace the bulb. 03_34...

  • Page 71: Rear-View Mirrors

    Rear-view mirrors (03_35) The mirrors can be set to the desired position by adjusting the mirror frame. 03_35 Front and rear disc brake The brake disc and pad wear is automatically compensated, therefore it has no effect on the functioning of the front and rear brakes. For this reason it is not necessary to adjust the brakes.

  • Page 72: Puncture

    TEM CHECKED BY A PIAGGIO DEALER OR AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE. AFTER REPLACING THE BRAKE PADS, DO NOT USE THE SCOOTER BEFORE HAVING USED THE BRAKE LEVER SEVERAL TIMES IN ORDER TO ALLOW THE PISTONS TO SETTLE AND THE LEVER STROKE TO BE SET TO THE CORRECT POSITION.

  • Page 73: Periods Of Inactivity

    WARNING THE WHEELS FITTED WITH TYRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED. RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH VERY LOW TYRE PRESSURE OR WITH INCORRECTLY BALANCED TYRES CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS. Periods of inactivity (03_36) We recommend carrying out the following operations: 1.

  • Page 74: Cleaning The Vehicle

    Cleaning the vehicle In order to soften the dirt and mud deposited on the painted surfaces, use a low pres- sure jet of water. Once softened, mud and dirt must be removed with a soft sponge for bodywork soaked in lots of water and "shampoo" (2-4% of car shampoo in water). Then rinse abundantly with water, and dry with a shammy cloth.
  • Page 75 CAUTION NEVER WASH THE SCOOTER IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT, ESPECIALLY IN SUMMER WHEN THE BODYWORK IS STILL HOT AS THE SHAMPOO COULD DAMAGE THE PAINTWORK IF IT DRIES BEFORE BEING RINSED OFF. NEVER USE CLOTHS SOAKED IN ALCOHOL, PETROL, DIESEL OIL OR KEROSENE FOR CLEANING THE PAINTED OR PLASTIC SURFACES, IN ORDER NOT TO DAM- AGE THE LUSTRE FINISH OR ALTER THE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES.
  • Page 76 Faulty fuel pump Contact an Authorised Service Centre Battery flat Recharge the battery. * IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THE SCOOTER TO THE COMPLETE EXHAUSTION OF FUEL; SHOULD THIS OCCUR, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE ENGINE. TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO «OFF»...
  • Page 77 HIGH CONSUMPTION AND LOW PERFORMANCE Clogged or dirty air filter Try to blow out with compressed air, otherwise replace the filter INSUFFICIENT BRAKING Greasy disc. Worn pads. Faulty Contact an Authorised Service braking system. Presence of air in Centre. the front and rear brake circuit. INEFFICIENT SUSPENSIONS Shock absorber fault, oil leak, end Contact an Authorised Service...

  • Page 79: Technical Data

    X8 400 i.e. Chap. 04 Technical data...
  • Page 80 ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA Version (400) Engine Single-cylinder, four-stroke, four valves, single overhead camshaft, chain driven on the flywheel side Cubic capacity 399 cm³ Bore x stroke 85.8 X 69 mm Compression ratio 10.6 ± 0.5 : 1 Idle speed 1500 ± 100 rpm Maximum torque (to the 36 Nm at 5500 rpm crankshaft)
  • Page 81 Cooling Forced fluid circulation, with engine driven pump; 3-way thermostat to pump intake. Transmission Automatic expandable pulley speed variator, V belt, dry self- ventilating automatic centrifugal clutch, gear reduction unit and transmission casing with forced air circulation cooling. • Spark plug NGK CR7EKB •...
  • Page 82 Front suspension Double effect hydraulic telescopic fork with Ø 35 mm stems and pin backwards with connections for double brake calliper Rear suspension Engine with swinging fork attached to the frame by means of an arm with one degree of freedom and a pair of double effect hydraulic shock absorbers with 4 adjustable preload positions.

  • Page 83: Kit Equipment

    Fuel tank capacity Tank capacity: ~12 l (approximate value) Fuel reserve approx. 2.5 litres (indicative value) Kit equipment (04_01) The tools are located under the seat in an appropriate container. To open, release the catch. Tools: One 16 mm socket wrench; one twin screwdriver, one wrench for the shock absorbers.

  • Page 85: Spare Parts And Accessories

    X8 400 i.e. Chap. 05 Spare parts and accessories...

  • Page 86: Warnings

    FITTED WITH ACCESSORIES OR WITH UNUSUAL LOADS. WARNING 05_01 IT IS ALSO RECOMMENDED THAT "ORIGINAL PIAGGIO SPARE PARTS" BE USED, AS THESE ARE THE ONLY ONES OFFERING YOU THE SAME QUALITY GUARANTEE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE SCOOTER. THE USE OF NON-ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS RENDERS THE WARRANTY VOID.
  • Page 87 THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE AFORE- MENTIONED ACCESSORIES WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW. IF THERE SHOULD BE NON-PIAGGO ACCESSORIES INSTALLED, OR AN AB- NORMAL LOAD, OR IF THE SCOOTER IS NOT IN A GENERALLY GOOD CON- DITION, OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT, SPEED SHOULD BE REDUCED FURTHER.

  • Page 89: Programmed Maintenance

    X8 400 i.e. Chap. 06 Programmed maintenance...

  • Page 90: Scheduled Maintenance Table

    For this purpose, PIAGGIO has developed a series of checks and maintenance op- erations (against payment) that are contained in the summary table shown on the next page. Any minor faults should be reported without delay to a PIAGGIO Dealer or Authorised Service Centre without waiting until the next scheduled service.
  • Page 91 Engine oil - replacement Brake pads - check condition and wear Tyre pressure and wear - check Vehicle and brake test - road test Hub oil - change Crankcase breather - empty Steering - adjustment Injection system pipework - visual check AFTER 10,000 KM AFTER 30,000 KM AFTER 50,000 KM AND AFTER 70,000 KM Safety locks - check...
  • Page 92 Brake pads - check condition and wear Sliding block / variable speed rollers - change Tyre pressure and wear - check Vehicle and brake test - road test Hub oil - check Idle speed (*) - adjustment Centre/side stand joint - lubrication Suspensions - check Steering - Check Injection system pipework - visual check...
  • Page 93 Valve clearance - check Electrical system and battery - check Coolant level - check Brake fluid level - check Engine oil - replacement Brake pads - check condition and wear Sliding block / variable speed rollers - change Tyre pressure and wear - check Vehicle and brake test - road test Hub oil - check Idle speed (*) - adjustment...
  • Page 94 RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications AGIP ROTRA 80W-90 Rear hub oil SAE 80W/90 Oil that exceeds the requirements of API GL3 specifications AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Oil to lubricate flexible transmissions (throttle Oil for 4-stroke engines control) AGIP FILTER OIL Oil for air filter sponge Mineral oil with specific additives for increased adhesiveness...
  • Page 95 TABLE OF CONTENTS Air filter: 52 Fuses: 59 Maintenance: 43, 89, 90 Mirrors: 71 Battery: 57 Headlight: 67 Brake: 55, 71 Horn: 12 Saddle: 18, 20–22 Hub oil: 47 Scheduled maintenance: 90 Shock absorbers: 31 Spark plug: 51 Stand: 37 Clock: 10 Start-up: 13 Identification: 23...
  • Page 96 Not all versions/models shown in this publication are available in all countries. The availability of single versions should be checked at the official Piaggio sales network. "© Copyright 2007 - PIAGGIO & C. S.p.A. Pontedera. All rights reserved. Reproduction of this publication in whole or in part is prohibited."...

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