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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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.
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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.
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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.
Dashboard (01_01, 01_02, 01_03) A = Key switch B = Starter button C = Throttle grip D = Front brake lever E = Electric seat opening button 01_01 F = Odometer and speedometer G = Turn indicator switch H = Light switch I = Rear brake lever L = Horn button M = RUN OFF (immobiliser) switch...
Analogue instrument panel (01_04) A = Speedometer B = Odometer C = Immobiliser LED D = Left turn indicator warning light E = High-beam warning light F = Fuel gauge 01_04 G = Low fuel warning light H = Right turn warning light I = Low oil pressure warning light L = Coolant temperature gauge M = Motor management indicator light and injection system warning light...
Locking the steering wheel Turn the handlebar to the left (as far as it will go), turn the key to «LOCK» and remove the key. CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «OFF» WHILE RIDING. Releasing the steering wheel (01_06) Reinsert the key and turn it to «OFF».
01_11 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 checks the starter key, and only if this key is recognised will the immobilizer system allow the scooter to be started.
01_12 Together with the keys comes a CODE CARD which is imprinted with the mechanical code of the keys. WARNING LOSING THE RED KEY PREVENTS ANY REPAIRS OF THE 'PIAGGIO IMMOBIL- IZER' SYSTEM AND THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT. WARNING 01_13 KEEP THE 'CODE CARD' AND THE RED HANDGRIP KEY IN A SAFE PLACE (NOT ON YOUR VEHICLE).
Take the key with the red grip and all the black keys supplied to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre. The codes of keys not submitted for the new storage procedure are deleted from the memory.
TRANSFERRED TO THE NEW OWNER. Programming the immobilizer system Below is described the procedure to follow for programming the PIAGGIO IMMOBIL- IZER system and/or for storing other key codes. The programming procedure should be carried out with the engine stop switch set to «RUN».
Proper programming check Insert the red key disabling the transponder (i.e., tilt the key cap by 90°) and turn the key to "ON". Perform the engine start-up operation. Ensure that the engine does not start. Insert the black key and repeat the start-up operation. Check that engine starts. WARNING SHOULD THE ENGINE START WITH THE RED KEY (WITH TRANSPONDER OFF), OR IN THE EVENT OF WRONG OPERATION DURING PROGRAMMING, REPEAT...
Power supply socket (01_19) There is a plug socket "D" inside the helmet compartment. The plug socket may be used for external consumers (mobile phone, inspection light, etc.). CAUTION 01_19 PROLONGED USE OF THE PLUG SOCKET MAY RESULT IN PARTIAL DIS- CHARGE OF THE BATTERY Electric characteristic Plug socket...
Opening the saddle With the key in position "OFF" or "ON" or with the engine on, you can electrically open the saddle by pressing button "E". 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. Identification (01_24, 01_25) The identification registration numbers consist of a prefix stamped on the chassis and engine "B"...
Helmet Anti-theft Device (01_26, 01_27) Turn the key in anticlockwise direction and at the same time pulling out the retaining hook as far as it will go. Insert the strap of the helmet inside the hook, then push the hook back inside the front rail of the luggage rack in order to avoid preventing starting.
Checks Before using the vehicle, check: 1. That the fuel tank is full. 2. Front and rear brake fluid level 3. That the tyres are properly inflated. 4. The functioning of the tail lights, the headlight, and the turn indicators. 5.
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DO NOT INHALE FUEL FUMES. DO NOT ALLOW PETROL TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH HOT ENGINE OR ANY PLASTIC PARTS. CAUTION PETROL DAMAGES THE PLASTIC PARTS OF THE BODYWORK. CAUTION 02_02 DO NOT USE THE VEHICLE TO THE COMPLETE EXHAUSTION OF THE FUEL; IN THE EVENT THAT THIS SHOULD OCCUR, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE ENGINE.
Shock absorbers adjustment (02_03) 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. Minimum preloading Position 1: driver only Medium preloading Position 2: driver and top-box 02_03 Medium preloading...
WARNING WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND NOT TO ADJUST BOTH SHOCK ABSORBERS WITH DIFFERENT PRELOADING Running in (02_04) WARNING DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80% OF ITS MAXIMUM SPEED. AVOID TWISTING THE THROTTLE GRIP FULLY OR KEEP- ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD.
1. Rest the vehicle on its centre-stand, ensuring the rear wheel is not touching the ground. 2. Keep the hand grip accelerator at the minimum. 3. Insert the key into the ignition switch «A» and turn to position «ON». 4. Make sure that the emergency stop switch «B» is in position «RUN» and the side stand is up and not engaged.
CESSIVE REVOLUTIONS, THE REVOLUTION LIMITER WILL BE ACTIVATED IF THE ENGINE SPEED EXCEEDS THE ESTABLISHED THRESHOLD. WARNING AFTER A LONG DISTANCE COVERED AT THE MAXIMUM SPEED, DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY, BUT LET IT RUN AT IDLE FOR A FEW SECONDS. 02_07 Difficult start up (02_07) In the rare case of flooding the engine, to facilitate start-up, it is possible to try to put...
Stopping the engine (02_08) Turn the acceleration command knob right off, then rotate the switch key "A" to the "OFF" position (extractable key). CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH, ALWAYS TAKE CARE, WHEN PARKING THE SCOOTER, THAT THE 02_08 EXHAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS.
SIDE STAND 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_09 WARNING THE SIDE STAND CAUSES THE ENGINE TO TURN ITSELF OFF WHENEVER IT IS LOWERED.
1. Do not continue riding in such conditions. 2. Let the clutch cool down with the engine at idle speed for a few minutes. Safe driving (02_11) 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.
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CAUTION ANY CHANGES TO THE VEHICLE PERFORMANCE AS WELL AS ALTERATIONS TO ORIGINAL STRUCTURAL PARTS IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN BY LAW, AND RENDERS THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TO THE APPROVED TYPE AND DANGEROUS FOR RIDING. CAUTION DO NOT ADJUST THE MIRRORS WHILE RIDING. THIS COULD CAUSE YOU TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
Engine oil level In 4T engines, the engine oil is used to lubricate the distribution elements, the bench bearings 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 perform- ance and consumption should be considered normal.
MAX. level. Getting an oil level between the MIN and MAX index marks requires ~ 400 cc of oil. An oil check-up and top-up should be carried out every 5000 Km by authorised personnel at any Authorised Piaggio-Gilera Service Centre. Warning light (insufficient oil pressure) (03_03) The scooter is equipped with a warning light "I"...
Engine oil change (03_04, 03_05, 03_06) The engine oil and filter must be replaced every 10,000 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».
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.
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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.
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 Tyres (03_10) Check periodically (roughly every 500 km) the tyre pressure. The tyres are equipped with wear indicators; the tyres must be changed as soon as these indicators become visible on the surface.
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CAUTION IT IS MANDATORY TO ADOPT EXCLUSIVELY "S" CLASS TYRES, WHICH GUARANTEE CORRECT VEHICLE PERFORMANCE AT THE DIFFERENT SCOOTER SPEEDS. USING ANY OTHER TYRE MAY RESULT IN VEHICLE IN- STABILITY. IT IS ADVISABLE TO USE TYRE TYPES RECOMMENDED BY PIAG- GIO.
03_10 Spark plug dismantlement (03_11) Proceed as follows: 1. Remove the access cover over the spark plug on the left-hand side of the scooter and reach into the spark plug with your hand. 2. Disconnect spark plug HV wire cap «A» ; 3.
N.B. THE USE OF SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THE INDICATED TYPE OR OF SHIELDLESS SPARK PLUG CAPS CAN CAUSE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAIL- URES. Characteristic Spark plug • NGK CR7EKB • Champion RG6YC Electrode gap 0.7-0.8 mm Removing the air filter (03_12) Proceed as follows: - Loosen the clamping screws and remove the air filter cover "D";...
CAUTION IN ORDER NOT TO DAMAGE THE VEHICLE PLASTIC COVERS CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE TO HAVE THE AIR FILTER CLEANED. Recommended products AGIP FILTER OIL Oil for air filter sponge Mineral oil with specific additives for increased adhesiveness Air filter cleaning 1.
"L" on the instrument panel. If the needle of the gauge enters the red zone, switch off the engine, allow to cool down and check the coolant level; if the result is normal, turn to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre. 03_13...
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THE COOLANT LEVEL; IF THE LEVEL IS NOT CORRECT, CONTACT AN AU- THORISED SERVICE CENTRE. WARNING TO AVOID THE RISK OF SCALDING, DO NOT UNSCREW THE EXPANSION TANK COVER WHILE THE ENGINE IS STILL HOT. WARNING IN ORDER TO AVOID HARMFUL FLUID LEAKS WHILE RIDING, IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE SURE THAT THE LEVEL NEVER EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM VALUE.
3. Check the fluid level through the respective sight glass "C". A certain lowering of the level is caused by wear on the pads. Should the level appear to be below the minimum mark, please contact your nearest PIAGGIO Dealer or Au- 03_16 thorised Service Centre in order to have a thorough inspection of the brake system carried out.
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WARNING ONLY USE DOT 4 CLASS BRAKE FLUIDS. COOLING SYSTEM FLUIDS ARE HIGHLY CORROSIVE. MAKE SURE THAT IT DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAINTWORK CAUTION AVOID CONTACT OF BRAKE FLUID WITH EYES, SKIN, AND CLOTHING. IN CASE OF CONTACT, RINSE WITH WATER. THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HYGROSCOPIC, THAT IS, IT ABSORBS HUMIDITY FROM THE SURROUNDING AIR.
Battery (03_18, 03_19) To access the battery, proceed as follows: 1. Place the scooter on its centre stand; 2. Lift the seat, paying attention to the points mentioned above. 3. Remove retainer "A" and cover "B". 4. Release the elastic strap "C". The battery is the electrical device that requires the most frequent inspections and 03_18 diligent maintenance.
Electric characteristic Battery 12V - 12 Ah Use of a new battery Make sure that the terminals are connected correctly. 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.
CAUTION ELECTROLYTE CONTAINS SULPHURIC ACID: AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES, SKIN AND CLOTHES. IN THE CASE OF ACCIDENTAL CONTACT, RINSE WITH ABUNDANT OF WATER AND CONSULT A DOCTOR. Long periods of inactivity Battery performance will decrease if the vehicle is not used for a long time. This is the result of the natural phenomenon of battery discharging plus residual absorption by vehicle components with constant power consumption.
WARNING DO NOT DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLES WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THIS CAN CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE ELECTRONIC CON- TROL UNIT. WARNING SPENT BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS.
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CAUTION MODIFICATIONS OR REPAIRS TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, PERFORMED INCORRECTLY OR WITHOUT STRICT ATTENTION TO THE TECHNICAL SPEC- IFICATIONS OF THE SYSTEM, CAN CAUSE ERRORS IN FUNCTIONING AND RISK OF FIRE. USES General Position on fuse box: 1 Fuse: 30A Protected circuits: General Electronic control unit remote Position on fuse box: 2...
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Protected circuits: Control unit live Outlet 12V-180W, button for Position on fuse box: 5 helmet compartment lighting, bulb Fuse: 15A for helmet compartment lighting, contacts for key switch, actuator for Protected circuits: Outlet seat opening, electrical button 12V-180W, button helmet opening compartment lighting, bulb for helmet...
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Light switch, front and rear light Position on fuse box: 9 bulbs, license plate bulb, Fuse: 7.5A instrument panel lighting Protected circuits: Light switch, front and rear light bulbs, license plate bulb, instrument panel lighting Immobilizer LED, radio/intercom Position on fuse box: 10 fitting, anti-theft system Fuse: 7.5A Protected circuits: Immobilizer...
DOES NOT INDICATE A FAULT AND IS RELATED TO THE HUMIDITY AND/OR TO LOW TEMPERATURES. THE PHENOMENON SHOULD QUICKLY DISAPPEAR WHEN THE LIGHT IS SWITCHED ON. THE PRESENCE OF DROPS OF WATER, ON THE OTHER HAND, COULD INDI- CATE THAT WATER IS INFILTRATING. CONTACT THE PIAGGIO AFTER-SALES SERVICE NETWORK.
Headlight adjustment (03_24) Proceed as follows: 1. Place the scooter in riding condition, unloaded, with the tyres correctly inflated, on a flat piece of ground at a distance of 10 m from a white screen situated in a shaded area, making sure that the scooter is perpendicular to the screen; 2.
Helmet compartment lighting bulb (03_31) Open the helmet compartment, take out the pressure mounted transparent cover "D" and replace the bulb. 03_31 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.
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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.
Puncture (03_32) The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless tyres (without inner tube). In the event of a puncture, contrary to the situation with a tyre with inner tube, the tyre deflates more slowly, resulting in a greater steering safety. In the event of a puncture, it is admissible to make an emergency repair using an "inflate and repair"...
Periods of inactivity (03_33) We recommend carrying out the following operations: 1. Clean the scooter thoroughly and then cover it with a canvas; 2. With engine off and piston at the bottom dead centre, remove the spark plug, fill with 1÷2 cm³ of oil (adding more than this quantity is dangerous for the engine). Op- erate the starter button 1-2 times for roughly 1 second to turn the engine over slowly, then insert the spark plug again;...
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CAUTION DETERGENTS CAN POLLUTE WATER. THE VEHICLE MUST BE WASHED AT A WASH STATION EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM. CAUTION PER IL LAVAGGIO DEL MOTORE E DEL VEICOLO É SCONSIGLIATO L'UTILIZ- ZO DELL'IDROPULITRICE; NEL CASO CHE NON SIA POSSIBILE EFFETTUARE TALE OPERAZIONE IN UN ALTRO MODO, É...
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ON THE VEHICLE COLOUR (SATIN COLOURS). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE . STARTING FAILURE Emergency switch in «OFF» Set the switch back to «ON» Fuse blown Replace the blown fuse and have the vehicle checked by an Authorised Service Centre.
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Cylinder head loose, piston gas Contact an Authorised Service rings worn. Centre. Valve stuck Contact an Authorised Service Centre. HIGH CONSUMPTION AND LOW PERFORMANCE Air filter blocked or dirty. Clean with water and shampoo and impregnate with petrol and specific oil (section «Removing the air filter») INSUFFICIENT BRAKING...
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IRREGULAR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Variator rollers and/or driving belt Contact an Authorised Service damaged Centre. STAND DOES NOT RETURN TO POSITION Presence of dirt Clean and grease...
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04_01 ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA Version (400) Engine Single-cylinder, four-stroke, four valves, single overhead camshaft, chain driven on the flywheel side...
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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 37.6 Nm at 5500 rpm crankshaft) Maximum power (at the 25 kW at 7500 rpm crankshaft) Electronic ignition inductive, high efficiency...
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• Champion RG6YC Valve clearance intake: 0.15 mm discharge (when cold): 0.15 mm (when cold) Exhaust muffler absorption-type exhaust muffler with catalytic converter. Engine oil (empty) 1.7 lt. Engine oil (at oil and filter change) 1.5 lt. Rear hub oil 250 cc TECHNICAL DATA Overall width...
Rear tyre Pirelli 150/70 14" GTS 24 M/C - 66S TUBELESS Front suspension Hydraulic telescopic fork with stem diameter 41 mm. Rear suspension engine in relation to the rocker forks with two double-acting hydraulic shock absorbers and setting of the preload in 4 positions. Chassis Tubular and sheet steel.
FITTED WITH ACCESSORIES OR WITH UNUSUAL LOADS. WARNING 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.
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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.
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Beverly 400 I.E. Chap. 06 Programmed maintenance...
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Scheduled maintenance table Adequate maintenance is fundamental to ensuring long-lasting, optimum operation and performance of your vehicle. To this end, a series of checks and maintenance operations (at the owner's expense) have been suggested, which are included in the summary table on the following page. Any minor faults should be reported without delay to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer without waiting until the next scheduled service to solve it.
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Brake fluid level - check Engine oil - replacement Brake pads - check condition and wear Tyre pressure and wear - check Vehicle and brake test - road test Hub oil - change Steering - Check AFTER 5,000 KM; 25,000 KM; 35,000 KM; 55,000 KM; 65,000 KM Engine oil - level check/ top-up Brake pads - check condition and wear...
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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 Suspensions - check...
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AFTER 20,000 KM; 40,000 KM; 60,000 KM AND 80,000 Spark plugs - replacement Driving belt - replacement Throttle lever - adjustment Air filter - check Engine oil - change Valve clearance - check Electrical system and battery - check Coolant level - check Engine oil - replacement Brake pads - check condition and wear Sliding block / variable speed rollers - change...
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30,000 KM Safety locks - check Driving Belt - replacement Throttle lever - adjustment Air filter - cleaning Engine oil - change Electrical system and battery - check Coolant level - check Brake fluid level - check Engine oil - replacement Hub oil - check Brake pads - check condition and wear Sliding block / variable speed rollers - change...
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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...