APRILIA RS 50 Workshop Manual page 2

Introduction
This manual contains information on how to perform
the usual vehicle service procedures. This manual
does not describe all of the procedures necessary to
repair and service the vehicle in detail.
This publication is intended for use by aprilia dealers
and their trained, experienced mechanics.
The descriptions of many service and repair opera-
tions have been intentionally omitted, as it is assumed
that the users of this manual have basic mechanical
training and basic knowledge of the procedures used
for motor vehicle repair, as well as safety rules neces-
sary to ensure their safety and that of the public while
repairing motor vehicles. Therefore, it is imperative
that you do not attempt to perform any maintenance
or repair procedure with which you are not thoroughly
familiar, and fully qualified to perform. Such an at-
tempt can result in defective repairs, which can be
dangerous both to you, to the owner or user of the
vehicle, and to the public in general.
The information and illustrations in this manual are
current as of the manual's date of issue.
Since aprilia s.p.a. continually improves its products,
there may be some differences between the vehicle
you are servicing and the illustrations and instructions
given in this manual. If you have any questions
regarding the applicability of any service procedure
given in this manual, contact aprilia consumer ser-
vices (A.C.S.). A.C.S. Technical Counselors will be
able to assist you with any problems you might face
as well as providing you with information on any
updates and technical changes to the vehicle you are
servicing.
Any change made to technical specifications and
vehicle servicing procedures will be documented and
distributed to aprilia dealers all over the world.
These changes will be incorporated in later editions of
this manual.
For further information refer to:
SPARE PARTS CATALOGUE # 323 X;
engine workshop manual # 966 X;
service tools manual.
aprilia s.p.a. reserves the right to modify specifica-
tions and characteristics of any of its models at any
time. aprilia makes no representation that this manual
covers any such changes.
This manual is protected by copyright in all countries.
Electronic storage and the total or partial reproduction
and adaptation by any means is prohibited.
The mention of products or services supplied by
entities other than aprilia is for information purposes
only and is not binding in any way.
aprilia s.p.a. is not responsible for the performance or
use of any of these products.
First edition: March 2001
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LIST OF SECTIONS
General information
Routine maintenance
operations
Engine
Fuel system
Cooling system
Electrical system
Body work
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