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PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU
for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the very best from your vehicle. Please read it carefully before riding
the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. 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 scooter and it will serve you
well for a long time to come. This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle; should the vehicle be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner.
X8 250 i.e.
Ed. 01_10/2012

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  • Page 1 PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the very best from your vehicle. Please read it carefully before riding the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. 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 vehicle; 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..................Shockabsorbersadjustment............31 Dashboard................Runningin.................. 32 Analogueinstrumentpanel............Startinguptheengine..............33 Clock..................10 Precautions................34 Settingthehour/minutesfunction..........10 Difficultstartup................35 Keyswitch.................. 10 Stoppingtheengine..............35 Lockingthesteeringwheel............11 Stand..................36 Releasingthesteeringwheel........... 11 Automatictransmission.............. 37 Switchdirectionindicators............11 Safedriving................38 Hornbutton................12 MAINTENANCE................41 Lightswitch................12 Engineoillevel................
  • Page 6 Rearturnindicators..............68 Numberplatelight............... 68 Helmetcompartmentlightingbulb..........69 Rear-viewmirrors............... 69 Frontandreardiscbrake.............. 69 Puncture..................70 delveicolo.................. 71 Cleaningthevehicle..............72 TECHNICALDATA............... 77 Toolkit..................81 SPAREPARTSANDACCESSORIES........... 83 Warnings................... 84 SCHEDULEDMAINTENANCE............. 87 Scheduledservicingtable............88...

  • Page 7: Vehicle

    X8 250 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 G = Rear brake lever 01_01 H = Horn button I = Engine cut-off switch L = Boot opening switch M = Saddle opening button N = Instrument panel unit...

  • Page 9: Analogueinstrumentpanel

    Analogueinstrumentpanel (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: Lockingthesteeringwheel

    Lockingthesteeringwheel Turn the handlebar to the left (as far as it will go), turn the key to «LOCK» and remove the key. Releasingthesteeringwheel Reinsert the key and turn it to «OFF». CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «KEY OFF» WHILE RIDING. Switchdirectionindicators (01_06) Lever towards "S"...

  • Page 12: Hornbutton

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

  • Page 13: Start-Upbutton

    1 = RUN 01_10 Theimmobilizersystem In order to enhance theft protection, the vehicle is equipped with a «PIAGGIO IMMO- BILIZER » electronic engine locking device that is activated automatically when the ignition switch 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 LOOSING THE RED KEY PREVENTS ANY REPAIRS OF THE 'PIAGGIO IMMO- BILIZER' SYSTEM AND THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT. 01_12...

  • Page 15: Immobilizerdeviceenabledindicatorled

    01_13 Immobilizerdeviceenabledindicatorled (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: Programmingtheimmobilizersystem

    When additional keys are required, please note that data storage (up to 7 keys max.) must be done on all keys, both new and existing ones. Take the red handgrip key and all the black keys supplied to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre.
  • Page 17 Intermediatestep-blackkey 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: Saddleopeningremotecontrol

    If the remote control is lost, a new one can be requested and programmed at any Authorised Piaggio Service Centre. The remote control is powered by inner batteries that get discharged after extended used;...
  • Page 19 The control unit confirms the programming has been successful by opening the sad- dle. WARNING TO STORE THE OTHER REMOTE CONTROLS TO MEMORY (8 MAXIMUM) 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: Powersupplysocket

    Powersupplysocket (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 Thesaddle (01_18, 01_19, 01_20)

  • Page 21: Openingthesaddletoaccessthehelmetcompartmentbyremoteco Ntrol

    01_19 01_20 Openingthesaddletoaccessthehelmetcompartmentbyremoteco ntrol When the key is in «LOCK» or «OFF» position you can open the saddle using the remote control. The saddle cannot be opened only when the key is set to "ON".

  • Page 22: Openingthesaddle

    CAUTION OBJECTS INAPPROPRIATELY PLACED INSIDE THE HELMET COMPARTMENT MAY DEFORM THE SADDLE AND PREVENT THE COURTESY LIGHT FROM TURNING OFF, WHICH MAY RESULT IN BATTERY DISCHARGE. WARNING THE REMOTE CONTROL OPERATES WITHIN A DISTANCE OF ABOUT 3/5 ME- TRES WITH FULLY CHARGED BATTERIES. WHEN YOU ARE NEAR THE SCOOTER, HANDLE THE REMOTE CONTROL CAREFULLY SO AS TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL OPENING OF THE SADDLE.

  • Page 23: Openingthesaddletoaccessthehelmetcompartmentinane- Mergency

    HOWEVER, THIS IS SIGNALLED BY THE CORRESPONDING WARNING LIGHT FITTED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL Openingthesaddletoaccessthehelmetcompartmentinanemerge ncy (01_22, 01_23, 01_24) For scooters with two levers With the key in position "OFF" or "ON" it is possible to open the cover of the fuel tank filler neck.

  • Page 24: Identification

    WARNING OBJECTS INAPPROPRIATELY PLACED INSIDE THE HELMET COMPARTMENT MAY DEFORM THE SADDLE AND PREVENT THE COURTESY LIGHT FROM TURNING OFF, WHICH MAY RESULT IN BATTERY DISCHARGE. 01_24 Identification (01_25, 01_26) The identification registration numbers consist of a prefix stamped on the chassis and engine "B"...

  • Page 25: Reartopboxopeningbutton

    Reartopboxopeningbutton (01_27, 01_28) If the ignition key-switch is turned onto 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 lever "B", located underneath the fuel tank filler flap.

  • Page 27: Use

    X8 250 i.e. Chap. 02...

  • Page 28: Checks

    Checks Before using the vehicle, check: 1. That there is enough fuel in the fuel tank. 2. That the fluid level for front and rear brakes is correct. 3. That tyres are properly inflated. 4. The correct functioning of daylight running 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: Tyrepressure

    Fuel reserve ~ 2.5 litres (approx. value) Tyrepressure (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: Shockabsorbersadjustment

    2.6 bar Shockabsorbersadjustment (02_04) The preloading of the springs can be adjusted to 4 positions acting on the ring nut located in the lower part of the shock absorbers with the specific spanner supplied. Position 1: minimum preload: rider only Position 2 medium preloading: rider only Position 3 medium preloading: rider and passenger Position 4: maximum preloading: rider, passenger, and luggage.

  • Page 32: Runningin

    WARNING IT IS ABSOLUTELY FORBIDDEN TO ADJUST THE PRELOAD DIFFERENTLY ON THE TWO SHOCK ABSORBERS Runningin DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM. DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80% OF ITS MAX. SPEED. AVOID OPENING THE THROTTLE GRIP COMPLETELY OR KEEP- ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD.

  • Page 33: Startinguptheengine

    Startinguptheengine (02_05) 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: Precautions

    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 VEHICLE, THAT THE EX- HAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS.

  • Page 35: Difficultstartup

    OVERREVVING, THE REVOLUTION LIMITER WILL BE ACTIVATED IF THE EN- GINE 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. Difficultstartup In the rare case of engine flooding, to facilitate start-up, it is possible to try to put the vehicle into action with the gas hand grip partially or completely open.

  • Page 36: Stand

    CAUTION DO NOT SHUT OFF THE ENGINE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. UNBURNED FUEL COULD ENTER THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND BURN, CAUSING THE CONVERTER TO OVERHEAT AND POSSIBLY DESTROYING IT. WARNING TO START AFTER A LONG STATIONARY PERIOD, OR IN SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS, FULLY TWIST THE THROTTLE 2÷3 TIMES BEFORE PRESSING THE STARTER BUTTON.

  • Page 37: Automatictransmission

    SIDE Push the projection of the stand «L» with your foot; maintain the stand fully extracted while simultaneously leaning the scooter onto it. CAUTION THE SIDE STAND HAS A SAFETY MECHANISM THAT ALLOWS IT TO RETRACT AS SOON AS THE VEHICLE IS BROUGHT BACK TO A VERTICAL POSITION. 02_06 Automatictransmission To ensure simple, pleasurable riding, the vehicle is equipped with automatic trans-...

  • Page 38: Safedriving

    Safedriving Some simple tips are provided below that will enable you to use your vehicle on a daily basis, confidently and safely. Your skill and your mechanical knowledge are the basis of safe riding. We recommend trying out the vehicle in traffic-free zones to familiarise with it.
  • Page 39 THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES- SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW. IF THERE ARE ANY 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 FURTHER REDUCED.

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    X8 250 i.e. Chap. 03 Maintenance...

  • Page 42: Engineoillevel

    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 43: Warninglight(Insufficientoilpressure)

    The oil and cartridge filter "C" must be changed after 1,000 km and every 10,000 km at an authorised Piaggio service centre. The engine should be emptied by draining the oil from the drainage cap "B" of the gauze filter on the flywheel side. In order to facilitate the oil drainage, loosen the cap/dipstick.
  • Page 44 WARNING EXCESSIVE OIL LEVEL AT TOP-UPS CAN LEAD TO SCALE FORMATION AND VEHICLE MALFUNCTION. CAUTION USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. FOR OIL CHANGE, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE WHICH IS EQUIP- PED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY.

  • Page 45: Huboillevel

    Huboillevel (03_04, 03_05) Check the oil in the rear hub. (oil content ~ 250 cc). To check the rear hub oil level, proceed as follows: 1) Rest the vehicle onto its centre stand, on level ground. 2) Unscrew the dipstick «A», dry it with a clean cloth and then reinsert it screwing it 03_04 fully into place.
  • Page 46 CAUTION AN EXCESSIVE QUANTITY OF OIL CAN LEAD TO SPILL OVER, WHICH MAY CAUSE THE ENGINE AND THE WHEEL TO GET DIRTY. CAUTION WHEN REPLACING THE HUB OIL DO NOT LET THE OIL COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE REAR BRAKE DISC. CAUTION FOR OIL REPLACEMENT, CONTACT ANY AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE AS THEY ARE EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY...

  • Page 47: Tyres

    BALANCED TYRES CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS. CAUTION THE USE OF TYRES OTHER THAN THOSE INDICATED MAY CAUSE INSTABIL- ITY. IT IS HIGHLY ADVISABLE TO USE ORIGINAL PIAGGIO TYRES. Characteristic Front wheel pressure (basic model) Front wheel inflation pressure (basic model): 2.0 bar Front wheel pressure (model with accessories) Front tyre inflation pressure (model with accessories): 2.3 bar...

  • Page 48: Sparkplugdismantlement

    Rear tyre pressure - rider Rear tyre pressure (rider only): 2.2 bar Rear tyre pressure (rider and passenger): 2.6 bar Sparkplugdismantlement (03_07) Remove the port on the right-hand side panel of the scooter by undoing the clamping screw and using a small screwdriver in the rear recess shown in the figure, then do the following : 1.Disconnect spark plug HV wire cap «A»;...

  • Page 49: Removingthesides

    N.B. USE OF SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THE INDICATED TYPE OR UNSHIELDED SPARK PLUG CAPS CAN LEAD TO FAULTS IN THE VEHICLE 'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Electric characteristic Spark plug CHAMPION RG4 PHP Electrode gap 0.7 - 0.8 mm Removingthesides (03_08, 03_09, 03_10, 03_11, 03_12, 03_13, 03_14, 03_15, 03_16) Proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 50 03_09 03_10 03_11...
  • Page 51 03_12 03_13 03_14...

  • Page 52: Removingtheairfilter

    03_15 Removingtheairfilter (03_16) 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. 03_16 Airfiltercleaning 1. Wash the sponge with water and mild soap. 2.

  • Page 53: Coolingfluidlevel

    "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_17 The fluid inspection should be carried out every 6,000 km when the engine is cold, following the methods indicated below.
  • Page 54 It is therefore indispensable to have the cooling system checked at an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre. 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.

  • Page 55: Checkingthebrakeoillevel

    WARNING TO PREVENT AVOID HARMFUL FLUID LEAKAGE WHILE RIDING, ENSURE THAT THE LEVEL NEVER EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM VALUE. TO ENSURE CORRECT ENGINE OPERATION, KEEP THE RADIATOR GRILLE CLEAN. Recommended products AGIP PERMANENT SPEZIAL Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze fluid with organic inhibition additives. Red, ready to use.

  • Page 56: Brakingsystemfluidtopup

    This operation must be carried out by trained technicians; please contact your nearest 03_22 Authorised PIAGGIO Dealer or Service Centre. WARNING ONLY USE DOT 4-CLASSIFIED BRAKE FLUID. BRAKE CIRCUIT FLUID IS VERY CORROSIVE; MAKE SURE THAT IT DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAINTWORK.

  • Page 57: Battery

    Synthetic fluid SAE J 1703 -FMVSS 116 - DOT 3/4 - ISO 4925 - CUNA NC 956 DOT Battery (03_23) To access the battery, proceed as follows: 1. Place the vehicle on its centre stand; 2. Open the saddle, following the previously described procedure; 3.

  • Page 58: Checkingtheelectrolytelevel

    WARNING USED BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA- TIONS IN FORCE. Checkingtheelectrolytelevel The electrolyte level, which should be checked regularly, must always be at the max- imum level. To reach this level, use only distilled water. Should it become necessary to top up the battery with water too frequently, check the vehicle's electrical system because the battery is being overloaded, causing it to lose power quickly.

  • Page 59: Fuses

    Fuses (03_24) The electrical system is fitted with twelve fuses divided between two fuse boxes, lo- cated in the battery compartment, for the protection of the various circuits in the system. The chart shows the position and specifications of the fuses in the vehicle. CAUTION 03_24 BEFORE REPLACING A BLOWN FUSE, FIND AND SOLVE THE FAILURE THAT...
  • Page 60 Fuse No. 3 Position on fuse holder: 3 Capacity: 15A Protected circuits: Low Voltage socket 12V-180W - Electrical fan Starter - Actuators for opening glove box and saddle with buttons on the handlebar - Wiring for antitheft device Location:Battery compartment (on LHS) Fuse No.
  • Page 61 Location:Battery compartment (on LHS) Fuse No. 7 Position on fuse holder: 7 Capacity: 7.5A Protected circuits: Immobilizer led, Clock, Pics Location:Battery compartment (on RHS) Fuse No. 8 Position on fuse holder: 8 Capacity: 7.5A Protected circuits: Turn indicators, Saddle opening control unit Location:Battery compartment...
  • Page 62 Location:Battery compartment (on RHS) Fuse No. 11 Position on fuse holder: 11 Capacity: 7.5A Protected circuits: Electrical fan relay, Injection loads relay, Immobilizer aerial, Injection ECU Location:Battery compartment (on RHS) Fuse No. 12 Position on fuse holder: 12 Capacity: 7.5A Protected circuits:Pics, Antitheft device, Indicator and low fuel warning light, Water temperature...
  • Page 63 Power: 12V - 55W Quantity: 1 Front tail light bulb Type: ALL GLASS Power: 12V - 5W Quantity: 2 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...
  • Page 64 Power: 12V - 5W Quantity: 2 Stop light bulb Type: SPHERICAL Power: 12V - 10W Quantity: 2 License plate 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...

  • Page 65: Frontlightgroup

    Frontlightgroup (03_25, 03_26, 03_27) 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 66: Headlightadjustment

    Headlightadjustment (03_28, 03_29) 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 67: Rearopticalunit

    WARNING HIGH- AND LOW-BEAM BULBS ARE HALOGEN TYPE: DO NOT TOUCH THEM WITH YOUR FINGERS TO AVOID DAMAGING THEIR FUNCTION. 03_31 03_32 Rearopticalunit (03_33, 03_34) Open the rear flap (boot door), loosen the two fixing screws, "D", and remove the taillight assembly from its housing.

  • Page 68: Rearturnindicators

    Rearturnindicators (03_34) Loosen the two screws "G" and detach the plastic bulb socket; Detach the bulb rubber socket and remove the bulb by disengaging the joint. 03_34 Numberplatelight (03_35) Loosen the two screws "G" and detach the plastic bulb socket; Detach the bulb rubber socket and remove the bulb by disengaging the bayonet joint.

  • Page 69: Helmetcompartmentlightingbulb

    Helmetcompartmentlightingbulb (03_36) Open the rear compartment and insert a small plain slot screwdriver in the lateral notch to detach the snap-on glass «D», then replace the bulb. 03_36 Rear-viewmirrors (03_37) The mirrors can be set to the desired position by adjusting the mirror frame. 03_37 Frontandreardiscbrake The brake disc and pad wear is automatically compensated, therefore it has no effect...

  • Page 70: Puncture

    CAUTION BRAKING SHOULD BEGIN AFTER ABOUT 1/3 OF THE BRAKE LEVER STROKE. CAUTION HAVE THE BRAKE PADS CHECKED BY THE DEALER ACCORDING TO THE CHECKS SPECIFIED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE. HOWEVER, IN THE EVENT OF NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT AND/OR REAR BRAK- ING SYSTEM DURING OPERATION, IT IS ADVISABLE TO HAVE THE BRAKING SYSTEM CHECKED BY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE OR DEALER.

  • Page 71: Delveicolo

    to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer. The replacement of a tyre involves re- moving the wheel in question. Take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer for these operations. CAUTION TO USE THE "INFLATE AND REPAIR" SPRAY CAN PROPERLY, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PACKAGING.

  • Page 72: Cleaningthevehicle

    Recommended products eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance four-stroke engines. JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3 Cleaningthevehicle Use a low pressure jet of water to soften the caked dirt and mud deposited on the painted surfaces.
  • Page 73 • DO NOT USE HIGH-PRESSURE WATER JETS. • DO NOT STEAM WASH. • DO NOT AIM THE JET AT: THE ENGINE, THE WIRING, THE COOLING SLITS ON THE TRANSMISSION OR SCROLL COVERS. 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.
  • Page 74 GNITION PROBLEMS Faulty spark plug Contact an Authorised Service Centre. Faulty ignition / injection control Contact an Authorised Service unit. Centre. Faulty coil. Due to the presence of Contact an Authorised Service high voltage, this check should Centre. only be carried out by an expert. LACK OF COMPRESSION Loose spark plug.
  • Page 75 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 SUSPENSION Shock absorber fault, oil leak, end Contact an Authorised Service buffers damaged; shock absorber Centre.

  • Page 77: Technicaldata

    X8 250 i.e. Chap. 04 Technicaldata...
  • Page 78 04_01...
  • Page 79 X8 250 TECHNICAL DATA Electronic ignition inductive, high efficiency integrated with the injection system, with variable timing and separate HV coil. Fuel system throttle body diam. 32 mm and single injector Transmission With automatic expandable pulley variator with torque server, V belt, self-ventilating automatic centrifugal dry clutch, gear reduction unit and transmission...
  • Page 80 Front wheel alloy rim: 14'' x 3.50 Rear wheel Alloy rim: 12"x3.00 Front tyre Without inner tube: 120/70-14" 55P Rear tyre Without inner tube: 130/70-12" 62P Front brake Ø 260mm disc brake with hydraulic control activated by handlebar right-side lever. Rear brake Ø...

  • Page 81: Toolkit

    X8 250 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Engine Single-cylinder, four-stroke Bore x stroke 72 x 60 mm Engine capacity 244.29 cm³ Compression ratio 10.5 - 11.5 : 1 Ignition advance (before TDC) variable (integrated into the ignition system) Spark plug CHAMPION RG 4 PHP Valve clearance intake: 0.10 mm discharge: 0.15 mm...

  • Page 83: Sparepartsandaccessories

    X8 250 i.e. Chap. 05 Sparepartsanda ccessories...

  • Page 84: 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 85 THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES- SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW. IF THERE ARE ANY 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 FURTHER REDUCED.
  • Page 87 X8 250 i.e. Chap. 06 Scheduledmaint enance...

  • Page 88: Scheduledmaintenance

    Scheduledservicingtable (06_01) 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.
  • Page 89 km x 1,000 Coolant * Engine oil Hub oil Brake pads Sliding shoes / CVT rollers Tyre pressure and wear Vehicle road test Suspension Steering I: CHECK AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY. C: CLEAN, R: REPLACE, A: ADJUST, L: LUBRICATE * Replace every 2 years RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product...
  • Page 90 Product Description Specifications AGIP GP 330 Water repellent springy calcium spray grease. R.I.D./A.D.R. 2 10°b) 2 R.I.Na. 2.42 - I.A.T.A. 2 - I.M.D.G. class 2 UN 1950 Pag. 9022 EM 25-89 eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3 four-stroke engines.
  • Page 91 TABLE OF CONTENTS Battery: 57 Puncture: 70 Checks: 28 Refuelling: 28 Clock: 10 Stand: 36 Fuses: 59 Toolkit: 81 Identification: 24 Tyres: 47 Keys: 14 Vehicle: 7 Maintenance: 41...
  • Page 92 The descriptions and images in this publication are given for illustrative purposes only and are not binding. While the basic characteristics as described and illustrated in this booklet remain unchanged, Piaggio & C. S.p.A. reserves the right, at any time and without being required to update this publication beforehand, to make any changes to components, parts or accessories, which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are required for manufacturing or construction reasons.

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