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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 vehicle 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.
Fly 50 4T
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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 booklet 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 Centres. 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..................Spark plug dismantlement............32 Dashboard................Removing the air filter............... 33 Clock..................Secondary air system............... 34 Key switch................. 10 Checking the brake oil level............35 Locking the steering wheel............ 10 Battery..................36 Releasing the steering wheel..........10 Checking the electrolyte level..........37 Switch direction indicators............

  • Page 7: Vehicle

    Fly 50 4T Chap. 01 Vehicle...

  • Page 8: Dashboard

    01_01 Dashboard (01_01) A = Speedometer B = Odometer C = Fuel gauge D = Front brake control lever E = Turn indicator warning light F = Preset light G = High-beam warning light H = Low fuel warning light I = Low-beam/position light warning light L = High/low beam switch...

  • Page 9: Clock

    M = Turn indicator switch N = Horn button P = Starter button Q = Throttle grip R = Digital clock S = Real brake control lever Clock (01_02) Hours and minutes are displayed in a 1 to 12, AM or PM, format on the instrument panel.

  • Page 10: Key Switch

    Key switch (01_03) LOCK = Ignition disabled, extractable key, steering lock engaged front glove-box locked. OFF = Ignition disabled, extractable key, steering lock disengaged, front glove-box unlocked. ON = Ready to start position, anti-theft device disabled, non-extractable key, glove- box unlocked. 01_03 Locking the steering wheel Turn the handlebar to the left (as far as it will go), turn the key to «LOCK»...

  • Page 11: Switch Direction Indicators

    Switch direction indicators (01_04) To set the left turn indicators flashing, move lever «B» to the left; to set the right turn indicators flashing, move it to the right. The lever automatically returns to the central position and the indicators remain on. To turn the indicators off, press the lever towards the switch.

  • Page 12: Light Switch

    Light switch (01_06) 0 = Low-beam and tail light 1 = High-beam and tail light 01_06 Start-up button (01_07) To start the engine, press the starter button, «P», after pulling either one of the two brake levers. 01_07...

  • Page 13: Opening The Saddle

    Opening the saddle (01_08) Insert the key into the saddle lock «A», turn it anticlockwise and tip the saddle forward. 01_08 Keys (01_09) The vehicle is supplied with two keys (one spare) which serve to start the engine and unlock the saddle compartment. The keys are accompanied by a tag marked with the identification code to be quoted when ordering duplicates.

  • Page 14: Identification

    Identification (01_10, 01_11) The identification numbers consist of a prefix stamped on the chassis and on the en- gine, followed by a number. They should always be given when requesting spare parts. We recommend that you check that the prefix and chassis number stamped on the vehicle correspond with those in the vehicle documents.

  • Page 15: Bag Clip

    Bag clip (01_12) To use the retractable bag hook «B» located at the front end of the saddle, pull it forward lightly. 01_12...

  • Page 17: Use

    Fly 50 4T Chap. 02...

  • Page 18: Checks

    Checks Before using the vehicle, check: 1. that the fuel tank is full. 2. The oil level in the rear hub. 3. engine oil level (see section «Engine oil level»). 4. That tyres are properly inflated. 5. correct functioning of headlights, rear taillight and turn indicators. 6.

  • Page 19: Tyre Pressure

    CAUTION USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE. Characteristic Fuel tank capacity approx. 7.2 litres (of which 1.5 l is reserve) Tyre pressure CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD.INCOR- RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID- ING DANGEROUS.

  • Page 20: Running In

    2.3 bar Running in (02_02) 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. AFTER THE FIRST 1000 KM, GRADUALLY INCREASE SPEED UNTIL REACHING THE MAX- IMUM PERFORMANCE.

  • Page 21: Precautions

    4: Push the starter button «A» after pulling the rear brake lever «B» or the front brake lever «C». CAUTION DO NOT CARRY OUT THESE OPERATIONS IN CLOSED AREAS SINCE EX- HAUST GASES ARE TOXIC. CAUTION ALWAYS PLACE THE VEHICLE ON ITS STAND BEFORE KICK STARTING. Precautions CAUTION NEVER STRESS THE ENGINE AT LOW TEMPERATURES IN ORDER TO AVOID...

  • Page 22: Difficult Start Up

    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. Difficult start up (02_04) If there is a problem you can follow the instructions below: 1.

  • Page 23: Stopping The Engine

    WARNING TAMPERING MAY CAUSE SERIOUS ENGINE MALFUNCTION. Stopping the engine (02_05) Stop acceleration, then turn the key switch «D» to «OFF » to stop the engine (ex- tractable key). CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH, ALWAYS TAKE CARE, WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE, THAT THE SI- LENCER DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, 02_05 TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS.

  • Page 24: Safe Driving

    well as the situation described above, riding uphill fully laden on steep slopes or start- ing off on slopes greater than 25%, etc.): 1. Do not continue riding in such conditions. 2. Let the clutch cool down with the motor at idling speed for a few minutes Safe driving WARNING SOME SIMPLE TIPS ARE PROVIDED BELOW WHICH WILL ENABLE YOU TO...
  • Page 25 6.Avoid riding off by mounting the scooter when it is resting on its support. In any case, the rear wheel should not be turning when it comes into contact with the ground, in order to avoid abrupt departures. 7.If the vehicle is used on roads covered with sand, mud, snow mixed with salt, etc., clean brake discs frequently with a mild detergent in order to avoid the formation of abrasive substances in the holes, which could result in early wear of the brake pads.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Fly 50 4T Chap. 03 Maintenance...

  • Page 28: Engine Oil Level

    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 itself. In all 4T engines the decay of oil characteristics as well as some consumption is normal.

  • Page 29: Engine Oil Top-Up

    Always check oil level before carrying out top-ups and add oil without exceeding the MAX level. An engine oil check-up and top-up should be carried out every 3,000 km at an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre. Engine oil change (03_02) Change oil and clean the filter after every 6,000 km at an Authorised Service Cen- tre.

  • Page 30: Hub Oil Level

    Hub oil level (03_03, 03_04, 03_05) To check the hub oil level, proceed as follows: 1. Place the vehicle on its stand on a level surface; 2. Unscrew the oil dipstick «A», dry it with a clean rag and then reinsert it, screwing it tightly into place;...

  • Page 31: Tyres

    SAE 80W/90 Oil that exceeds the requirements of API GL3 specifications Characteristic Rear hub oil Quantity: approx. 85 cc Tyres (03_06) Periodically check the inflation pressure of each tyre (when cold). The tyres are fitted with a wear indicator and must be replaced as soon as such indicator appears on the tread.

  • Page 32: Spark Plug Dismantlement

    2.3 bar Spark plug dismantlement (03_07, 03_08) Remove cover «A» after unscrewing the corresponding screws Detach the spark plug shielded cap and remove the plug with the box-spanner supplied. When refitting the plug, tighten it manually, being sure to insert it at the right angle; Use the wrench only to fasten it.

  • Page 33: Removing The Air Filter

    DENSO U24ESR-NB Removing the air filter (03_09, 03_10) After removing the spark plug cover, remove the side fairing unscrewing the 3 screws A. Remove the air cleaner cap «D»; take out the filter after unscrewing the 6 fixing screws «C». Clean with water and shampoo, afterwards dry with compressed air and submerge in a recommended oil and petrol mixture in ratio of 50%.

  • Page 34: Secondary Air System

    Secondary air system (03_11, 03_12, 03_13, 03_14) After taking out the plug spark cover, unscrew the three screws «A» and remove the right fairing. Unscrew the three screws «B» and remove the housing cover of the secondary air system. Detach the housing cover and remove the filtering element «C»...

  • Page 35: Checking The Brake Oil Level

    03_14 Checking the brake oil level (03_15, 03_16) The brake fluid reservoir is equipped with a sight glass «A» made of transparent ma- terial; the quantity of liquid contained in the sight glass indicates the level of liquid in the reservoir. When the sight glass «A»...

  • Page 36: Battery

    WARNING IN NORMAL CLIMATIC CONDITIONS IT IS ADVISABLE TO REPLACE THE ABOVE-MENTIONED FLUID EVERY 2 YEAR. NEVER USE BRAKE FLUID CON- TAINED IN CONTAINERS WHICH ARE ALREADY OPEN OR PARTIALLY USED. CAUTION THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE. THEREFORE, WHEN TOPPING IT UP, AVOID LETTING IT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAINTED PARTS OF THE VEHICLE.

  • Page 37: Checking The Electrolyte Level

    CAUTION ELECTROLYTE CONTAINS SULPHURIC ACID: AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES, SKIN AND CLOTHES. IN CASE OF ACCIDENTAL CONTACT, RINSE WITH ABUN- DANT WATER AND CONSULT A DOCTOR. CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ELECTRIC SYSTEM, NEVER DISCON- NECT THE WIRING WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. DO NOT TIP THE VEHICLE TOO MUCH IN ORDER TO AVOID DANGEROUS LEAKAGE OF THE BATTERY ELECTROLYTE Checking the electrolyte level...

  • Page 38: Long Periods Of Inactivity

    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, and may be due to residual absorption by vehicle components with constant power consumption. Poor battery performance may also be due to environmental conditions and the cleanness of the poles.

  • Page 39: Fuses

    WARNING USED BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA- TIONS IN FORCE. Fuses (03_18) The electrical system is protected by a 10A fuse valve «B» located next to the battery. Before replacing a blown fuse, find and solve the problem that caused it to blow.
  • Page 40 Quantity: 1 Front side light bulb Type: All glass Power: 12V 5W Quantity: 1 Instrument panel bulb Type: All glass Power: 12V - 2W Quantity: 1 Instrument panel light bulbs Type: All glass Power: 12V 1.2W Quantity: 2 Front turn indicator light bulb Type: Spherical Power: 12V - 10W Quantity: 1 RHS + 1 LHS...

  • Page 41: Front Light Group

    Quantity: 2 12V - 1.2W warning light bulb Type: All glass Function: Lights, high-beam lights, fuel reserve Quantity: 3 Front light group (03_19, 03_20) To access the headlight bulbs, remove the front of the handlebar cover, as follows: 1) Remove the rear-view mirrors; for this operation follow the instructions described and illustrated in the «Rear-view mirrors»...

  • Page 42: Headlight Adjustment

    1 12V35/35W bulb for high- and low-beam light 1 12V-5W bulb for side light Headlight adjustment (03_21, 03_22) Proceed as follows: 1. Place the vehicle in running order and with the tyres inflated to the prescribed pres- sure, on a flat surface 10 m away from a white screen situated in a shaded area, making sure that the longitudinal axis of the vehicle is perpendicular to the screen;...

  • Page 43: Front Direction Indicators

    Front direction indicators (03_23) In order to replace the front turn indicator bulbs remove the light taking off the retaining screws, then remove the bulb holder form its support; gently turn the bulb around 30º and remove it. Follow the process in reverse order to refit. 03_23 Rear optical unit (03_24) To access the rear taillight bulb it is necessary to remove the 2 fixing screws «D».

  • Page 44: Rear-View Mirrors

    3. Start the engine, hence tighten or loosen the idle adjusting screw «B» until the prescribed idle speed is reached and the rear wheel is not spinning. If any problems arise during this operation, please contact your PIAGGIO Dealer or 03_26 Authorised Service Station to perform a CO check at idle.

  • Page 45: Front Disc Brake

    MENDED CLEARANCE. IF CLEARANCE IN THE THROTTLE CONTROL TRANS- MISSION NEEDS ADJUSTING TAKE YOUR SCOOTER TO AN AUTHORISED DEALER OR SERVICE CENTRE. Characteristic Engine idle speed approx. 1.600 ÷ 1.800 rpm 03_27 Front disc brake (03_28) The brake disc and pad wear is automatically compensated, therefore it has no effect on the functioning of the front and rear brakes.

  • Page 46: Rear Drum Brake

    CAUTION BRAKING SHOULD BEGIN AFTER ABOUT 1/3 OF THE BRAKE LEVER STROKE. Rear drum brake (03_29) Operate adjusting nut «B» and loosen lock nut «A» shown in the figure. Note that when the throttle is in idle the wheel should rotate free. After the adjustment, screw lock nut «A».

  • Page 47: Periods Of Inactivity

    Periods of inactivity (03_31) We recommend carrying out the following operations: 1. General cleaning of the vehicle. 2 - With the engine off and the piston at bottom dead centre position, remove the spark plug and pour 1÷2 cc of motor oil through its hole. Operate the starter 3-4 times letting the engine perform a few revolutions, then remount the spark plug.
  • Page 48 CAUTION DETERGENTS POLLUTE WATER. THEREFORE THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE WASHED IN AN AREA EQUIPPED FOR THE COLLECTION AND PURIFICATION OF THE LIQUIDS USED. WARNING NEVER WASH THE VEHICLE IN THE SUN, ESPECIALLY DURING THE SUMMER WHEN THE BODYWORK IS STILL HOT, AS THE SHAMPOO MAY DRY BEFORE BEING RINSED OFF, AND COULD DAMAGE THE PAINTWORK.
  • Page 49 If the spark plug is in good condition, contact an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre. ACK OF COMPRESSION Spark plug adapter "worn", valve Contact an Authorised Service clearance not adequate;...
  • Page 50 HIGH CONSUMPTION AND LOW PERFORMANCE Air filter blocked or dirty. Clean with water and shampoo and impregnate with petrol and specific oil («Air filter removal» section) INEFFICIENT BRAKING Oil on drum or disc. Worn Pads/ Contact an Authorised Service Shoes Centre incorrect rear brake adjustment Adjust...
  • Page 51 INCREASED EXHAUST NOISE Deterioration of the SAS system Contact an Authorised Service and/or of the tab Centre. STAND DOES NOT RETURN TO POSITION Presence of dirt Clean and grease STARTER LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO CORRECT POSITION Presence of dirt Clean and grease...

  • Page 53: Technical Data

    Fly 50 4T Chap. 04 Technical data...
  • Page 54 TECHNICAL DATA Engine type Single cylinder, 4-stroke, Piaggio Hi-PER4 Engine capacity 49.9 cc Bore x stroke 39 X 41.8 mm Compression ratio 11.5 :1 Width 735 mm Length 1880 mm Maximum height 1150 mm Wheelbase 1340 mm Fuel Unleaded petrol...
  • Page 55 Alternative spark plug DENSO U24ESR-NB Transmission Automatic variator CVT with torque server. Clutch Automatic centrifugal dry clutch Front suspension Telescopic mechanical fork, 76mm travel. Rear suspension Single hydraulic shock absorber, 72.5-mm travel Front brake Disc brake (Ø 200 mm) with hydraulic control (lever on the right end of the handlebar) and floating calliper.
  • Page 56 04_01...

  • Page 57: Toolkit

    Toolkit Wrenches: box-spanner (16 mm); 13mm flat wrench; twin screwdriver. The tools are located under the seat in an appropriate container.

  • Page 59: Spare Parts And Accessories

    Fly 50 4T Chap. 05 Spare parts and accessories...

  • Page 60: Warnings

    Warnings (05_01, 05_02) WARNING IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT "ORIGINAL PIAGGIO SPARE PARTS" BE USED, AS THESE ARE THE ONLY ONES OFFERING YOU THE SAME QUALITY AS- SURANCE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE VEHICLE. IT SHOULD BE REMEMBERED THAT USING NON-ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS CAUSES YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS TO EXPIRE.

  • Page 61: Scheduled Maintenance

    Fly 50 4T Chap. 06 Scheduled maintenance...

  • Page 62: Scheduled Servicing Table

    Scheduled servicing 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.
  • Page 63 Valve clearance - check Idle speed (*) - adjustment Throttle control - adjustment Steering - adjustment Brake levers - greasing Brake pads - check condition and wear Brake fluid level - check Safety fasteners - check Electrical system and battery - check Tyre pressure - check Vehicle test and brake test - Road test (*) See instructions in «Idle speed adjustment»...
  • Page 64 Brake fluid level - check Electrical system and battery - check Tyre inflation and wear - Check Vehicle test and brake test - Road test AT 12000 KM OR 24 MONTHS AND 60000 KM Engine oil - change Hub oil level - check Spark plug/electrode gap - replacement Air filter - cleaning Oil filter (net filter) - clean...
  • Page 65 Safety fasteners - check Suspensions - check Electrical system and battery - check Headlight - adjustment Tyre inflation and wear - Check SAS box (sponge) (**) - cleaning Vehicle test and brake test - Road test (*) See instructions in «Idle speed adjustment» section (**) See regulations in the «Secondary air system»...
  • Page 66 Cylinder ventilation system - check Odometer gear - greasing Steering - adjustment Brake levers - greasing Brake pads - check condition and wear Brake fluid level - check Transmission - lubrication Safety fasteners - check Suspensions - check Electrical system and battery - check Headlight - adjustment Tyre inflation and wear - Check Vehicle test and brake test - Road test...
  • Page 67 Throttle control - adjustment Variable speed rollers - check or replacement Drive belt - replacement Odometer gear - greasing Steering - adjustment Brake levers - greasing Brake pads - check condition and wear Flexible brake tubes - replacement Brake fluid level - check Transmission - lubrication Safety fasteners - check Suspensions - check...
  • Page 68 72,000 FTER Engine oil - change Hub oil - change Spark plug/electrode gap - replacement Air filter - cleaning Oil filter (net filter) - clean Valve clearance - check Idle speed (*) - adjustment Throttle control - adjustment Variable speed rollers - check or replacement Drive belt - replacement Cylinder ventilation system - check Odometer gear - greasing...
  • Page 69 Headlight - adjustment Tyre inflation and wear - Check SAS box (sponge) (**) - cleaning Vehicle test and brake test - Road test (*) See instructions in «Idle speed adjustment» section (**) See regulations in the «Secondary air system» section TABLE OF RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS Product Description...
  • Page 71 TABLE OF CONTENTS Toolkit: 57 Top box: 14 Air filter: 33 Fuses: 39 Maintenance: 27, 61 Transmission: 23 Mirrors: 44 Tyre pressure: 19 Tyres: 31 Battery: 36 Headlight: 42 Brake: 35, 45, 46 Horn: 11 Puncture: 46 Hub oil: 30 Vehicle: 7, 47 Checks: 18 Refuelling: 18...
  • Page 72 Not all versions/models shown in this publication are available in all countries. The availability of each model should be checked at the official Piaggio sales network. "© Copyright 2008 - PIAGGIO & C. S.p.A. Pontedera. All rights reserved. Reproduction of this publication in whole or in part is prohibited."...

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