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.
Summary of Contents for PIAGGIO Liberty 125 - 200 Euro 3
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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. Liberty 125 - 200 Euro 3 Ed. 03_11/2012...
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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.
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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) A = Rear brake lever B = High/low beam and passing light switch C = Turn indicator switch D = Horn button E = Left turn indicator warning light F = Odometer G = Speedometer H = Low fuel warning light I = Oil pressure warning light L = High-beam warning light M = Tail light warning light...
01_01 Clock (01_02) Hours and minutes are displayed in a 1 to 12, AM or PM, format on the instrument panel. Operating the function selection switch «T» month, day and seconds can be seen besides hours and minutes. In order to adjust the above mentioned functions, operate button «U».
WARNING DEAD BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. THEY MUST DIS- POSED OF IN SUITABLE CONTAINERS AS PRESCRIBED BY THE REGULA- TIONS IN FORCE. Keyswitch (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.
Releasingthesteeringwheel Reinsert the key and turn it to «OFF». CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «KEY OFF» WHILE RIDING. Switchdirectionindicators (01_05) 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.
01_08 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 checks the starter key, and only if this key is recognised will the Immobiliser system allow the vehicle to be started.
Keys (01_09, 01_10, 01_11) Two types of keys come with the vehicle. Key «A» with the brown grip is the «MAS- TER» key. Only a single copy of this key is supplied, which is necessary to program all your other keys and for your dealer to perform some maintenance operations. We therefore recommend that it be used only under exceptional circumstances.
Immobilizerdeviceenabledindicatorled (01_12) The activation of the «PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER» system is shown by the flashing of the appropriate warning light «A» (see «Instrument panel» section). In order to reduce battery discharge, the indicator LED turns off automatically after 48 hours of uninterrupted functioning.
THAT THE NEW OWNER GET POSSESSION OF THE KEY WITH THE BROWN GRIP (AS WELL AS ALL OTHER KEYS) AND THE «CODE CARD» Programmingtheimmobilizersystem Below is described the procedure to follow for programming the PIAGGIO IMMOBIL- ISER system and/or for storing other key codes. Procedurestart-brownkey Insert the brown key into the ignition key (in the «OFF»...
Properprogrammingcheck Insert the brown key disabling the transponder (i.e., by tilting the key hood 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 the engine does start.
Identification (01_14, 01_15) The identification numbers consist of a prefix stamped on the chassis and on the en- gine, followed by a number. They must be quoted when ordering spare parts. We recommend that you check that the prefix and chassis number stamped on the vehicle correspond with those in the vehicle documents.
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.
CAUTION USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE. Characteristic Fuel tank capacity about 6 litres (of which 1.5 l is reserve) Tyrepressure CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD.INCOR- RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID- ING DANGEROUS.
2.5 bar Shockabsorbersadjustment (02_02) 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.
Runningin (02_03) 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.
CAUTION DO NOT CARRY OUT THESE OPERATIONS IN CLOSED AREAS SINCE EX- HAUST 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.
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 (02_05) Possible causes for engine starting difficulties and suggested actions: 1. Flooded engine Follow the same sequence of operations described above.
Stoppingtheengine (02_06) 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 EX- 02_06 HAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS.
Safedriving WARNING SOME SIMPLE TIPS ARE PROVIDED BELOW WHICH WILL ENABLE YOU TO USE YOUR VEHICLE ON A DAILY BASIS MORE EASILY AND SAFELY. < Your ability and your knowledge of the vehicle form the basis of safe riding. We rec- ommend trying out the vehicle in traffic-free zones to get to know your vehicle completely.
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8. Any elaboration that modifies the vehicle's performances, such as tampering with original structural parts is strictly forbidden by law, and renders the vehicle not con- forming to the approved type and therefor dangerous to ride. CAUTION RIDING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, DRUGS OR CERTAIN MEDI- CINES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ONESELF AND FOR OTHERS.
Engineoillevel (03_01) Four stroke engine oil is used in the engines in order to lubricate the timing bodies, the bench bearings and the thermal group. An insufficient quantity of oil can seri- ously damage the engine. In all four-stroke engines, a loss of efficiency in oil performance and certain consumption should be considered normal.
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. Warninglight(insufficientoilpressure) The vehicle is equipped with a warning light that comes on when the key is turned to «ON».
Engineoilchange (03_02, 03_03, 03_04) Oil must be changed and filter replaced at an Authorised Service Centre (as indi- cated in the Scheduled Maintenance Table). The engine should be emptied by draining the oil through drainage plug «B » of the mesh filter on the flywheel side. In order to facilitate oil drainage, loosen the cap/dipstick «A».
Huboillevel (03_05, 03_06, 03_07) Check that there is oil in the rear hub; the oil in an upright vehicle should barely reach the notch of the dipstick «A». CAUTION RUNNING THE ENGINE WITH INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OR WITH THE IN- ADEQUATE LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING 03_05 PARTS AND CAN CAUSE IRRETRIEVABLE DAMAGE.
~ 200 cm³ Tyres (03_08) Periodically check the inflation pressure of each tyre. Tyres are equipped with wear indicators. Tyres should be replaced as soon as these indicators become visible on the tyre tread. Also check that tyres do not show signs of splitting at the sides or irregular tread wear;...
Sparkplugdismantlement (03_09, 03_10, 03_11) <DIV class=cnt_summary title="Testo Breve (<4000 car.)"> In order to inspect the spark plug, follow the operation described when the engine is cold: 1. Remove the spark plug inspection door «A» after unscrewing the corresponding screws; 2. Detach the spark plug cap; 3.
Champion RG6YC- NGK CR7EB Spark plug Champion RG6YC Removingtheairfilter (03_12) Take off air cleaner cover «D» after having unscrewed the 7 fixing screws «C», then take out the filter. Clean with water and car shampoo, afterwards dry with compressed air and submerge in a recommended oil and petrol mixture in ratio of 50%. Afterwards squeeze it, leave it to dry and mount it again.
To ensure the best functioning of the SAS system, every 12,000 km the scooter should be taken to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre to have the filter cleaned (Sched- uled maintenance operations section). The filter sponge should be cleaned with water and mild soap, then it should be dried with a cloth and slight blows of compressed air.
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CAUTION TOP-UPS SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED OUT WITH DOT4 CLASSIFIED BRAKE FLUID. 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. 03_15 CAUTION THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE.
Battery (03_16) Lift the saddle forward to access the battery then remove access door to the battery by unscrewing the star-shaped screws as shown in the picture. The battery is the electrical device that requires the most frequent attention and the most thorough maintenance.
Long periods of inactivity Battery performance will be poor 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 cleanliness of the poles.
WARNING USED BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA- TIONS IN FORCE. Fuses (03_17, 03_18) The electrical system is protected by one 15A fuse «B» located next the battery and four 7.5 A fuses located under the front grill.
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CAUTION BEFORE REPLACING A BLOWN FUSE, FIND AND SOLVE THE FAILURE THAT CAUSED IT TO BLOW. NEVER TRY TO REPLACE THE FUSE WITH ANY OTHER MATERIAL (E.G., A PIECE OF ELECTRIC WIRE). BULBS High/low beam light bulb Type: Halogen (H4) Power: 12V - 55/60W Quantity: 1 Front side light bulb...
Frontlightgroup (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» section. 2) Unscrew the 3 screws holding the handlebar cover. The front central one «B» and the rear 2 «C».
N.B. THE ABOVE PROCEDURE COMPLIES WITH THE EUROPEAN STANDARDS RE- GARDING MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM HEIGHT OF LIGHT BEAMS. REFER TO THE STATUTORY REGULATIONS IN FORCE IN EVERY COUNTRY WHERE THE VE- HICLE IS USED. 03_22 Frontdirectionindicators 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;...
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 AFTER-SALES SERVICE NETWORK. Numberplatelight (03_24) Remove the tail light by operating the retaining screws «E». 03_24 Rear-viewmirrors (03_25) To adjust the left mirror, hold the mirror stem firmly at the desired position and lock...
Adjust the idle speed with the rear wheel off the ground (vehicle on stand) and with a warm engine: undo or tighten the screw until the engine idles smoothly, i.e. without the rear wheel being moved by the engine. If adjustment still proofs difficult, contact an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre. CAUTION 03_26 WHEN ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED, BE CAREFUL NOT TO TOUCH HOT PARTS OF THE ENGINE TO AVOID BURNS.
03_28 03_29 Frontdiscbrake (03_30) 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. An excessively elastic brake lever stroke may indicate the presence of air in the braking circuit or an irregular brake operation.
WARNING CHECK BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR ON A REGULAR BASIS (AS INDICATED IN THE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE TABLES). IF THE THICKNESS OF ONE OR BOTH PADS IS IN THE REGION OF 1.5 MM, BOTH PADS MUST BE CHANGED. IT IS RECOMMENDED TO CARRY OUT THIS OPERATION AT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Puncture (03_32) The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless tyres. When there is a puncture, Tubeless tyres - unlike tyres with inner tubes - go flat very slowly. This offers greater riding safety. A tyre that goes flat very slowly can be repaired with an "Inflate and Repair" spray. Tyres should be later fully repaired or replaced at an Authorised Service Centre.
Cleaningthevehicle Use a low pressure jet of water to soften the caked dirt and mud deposited on the painted surfaces. Once softened, sponge off mud and dirt using a car body sponge soaked in a car body shampoo and water solution (2-4% of car shampoo in water). Then rinse with abundant water, and dry with a shammy cloth.
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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 UNDER DIRECT SUNLIGHT, ESPECIALLY IN SUM- MER WHEN THE BODYWORK IS STILL HOT, AS THE CAR SHAMPOO MAY DRY BEFORE BEING RINSED OFF, AND COULD DAMAGE THE PAINTWORK.
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START-UP PROBLEMS No fuel in tank Refuel Filters, jets or carburettor body Contact an Authorised Service dirty or clogged. Centre. Insufficient battery charge Recharge the battery. GNITION PROBLEMS No spark from spark plug. Due to Check that the electrodes are the presence of high voltage, this properly adjusted (0.7÷...
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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...
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EXHAUST NOISE Depression tube damaged/ Contact an Authorised Service disconnected or secondary valve Centre damaged STAND DOES NOT RETURN TO POSITION Presence of dirt Clean and grease...
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TECHNICAL DATA 125 ENGINE Single-cylinder, 4-stroke Piaggio LEADER Engine capacity 124 cm³ Bore x stroke 57.0 x 48.6 mm Timing system Single overhead camshaft (SOHC) with 2 valves Valve clearance intake 0.10 exhaust 0.15 Carburettor KEIHIN CVK 27 Spark plug...
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Front tyre Tubeless, 90/80-16" 51J Rear tyre Tubeless, 110/80-14'' 59J Front brake Ø 220 mm disc with calliper with counteracting pistons. Rear brake Ø 140mm drum brake Kerb weight 114 ± 5 kg TECHNICAL DATA 200 ENGINE Single-cylinder, 4-stroke Piaggio LEADER...
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Cubic capacity 198 cm3 Bore x stroke 72 x 48.6 mm Compression ratio 9.6:1 Timing system Single overhead camshaft (SOHC) with 2 valves Valve clearance intake 0.10 exhaust 0.15 Carburettor KEIHIN CVK 27 Spark plug Champion RG6YC Clutch Automatic centrifugal dry clutch Gearbox Continuously variable transmission with torque server...
Wheelbase 1325 mm Frame Tubular steel frame Front suspension Ø 32 Hydraulic telescopic fork - travel: 76 mm rear suspension Hydraulic single shock absorber and spring adjustable to 4 positions at preloading; travel: 85.5 mm. Front wheel rim Die-cast aluminium alloy, 2.15 x16" Rear wheel rim Die-cast aluminium alloy, 2.75 x14"...
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 05_01 CAUSES YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS TO EXPIRE.
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.
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Km x 1,000 Cylinder ventilation system Brake levers Brake fluid ** Engine oil * Hub oil Headlight direction adjustment Brake pads Sliding shoes / CVT rollers Tyre pressure and wear Vehicle road test Idle speed Odometer gear Suspension Steering Transmission I: INSPECT AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY C: CLEAN, R: REPLACE, A: ADJUST, L: LUBRICATE Clean the SAS air filter every 2 years...
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RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications AGIP GEAR SAE 80W-90 Lubricant for gearboxes and transmissions. API GL-4 eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3 four-stroke engines. AGIP FILTER OIL Special product for the treatment of foam filters.
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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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