PRESENTATION IMPORTANT NOTICES Welcome to the SWM motorcycling Family! Your new SWM motorcycle is designed and manu- 1) The Superdual model is a motorcycle for ROAD factured to be the best in its field. use, guaranteed free of defects and covered by...
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PRECAUTIONS FOR CHILDREN IMPORTANT Parts Replacement When parts replacement is required, use only SWM WARNING: In order to maintain the vehicle’s “Guarantee ORIGINAL parts. • Park the vehicle where it is unlikely to be of Functionality”, the client must follow the bumped into or damaged.
SUMMARY Note Page • References to the “left” or “right” of the motor- PRESENTATION ................2 cycle are considered from the point of view of a IMPORTANT NOTICES ............2 person facing forward. IDENTIFICATION DATA ............5 CONTROLS LOCATION ............6 •...
IDENTIFICATION DATA VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (V.I.N.) The engine identification number is stamped at the The full 17-digit serial, or Vehicle Identification Num- top of the crankcase, while vehicle serial number or Vehicle Identification Number is stamped on the ber, is stamped on the steering tube (R.H. side). steering head tube.
TECHNICAL DATA PRIMARY DRIVE FINAL RATIOS “T” Drive pinion gear ......Z 32 gear .
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REAR SUSPENSION TABLE FOR LUBRICATION, SUPPLIES DIMENSION, WEIGHT, CAPACITY Type progressive with hydraulic single shock Wheelbase ......59.45 in. Engine, gearbox and primary drive lubricating oil absorber (preload regulation MOTUL 7100 5W40...
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FUEL Recommended fuel: premium grade UNLEADED fuel (R.O.N. 95). Note*: If the engine "knocks", change fuel brand or use a higher octane rating fuel. WARNING*: Do not continue operation if the engine pings or knocks.The engine will be damaged and could seize. WARNING*: Fuel is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions. ...
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SIDESTAND WARNING*: To lower the motorcycle from the central stand, The motorcycle must ONLY be stood on its proceed as follows. A kickstand (1) is supplied with every motorcycle. kickstand AFTER the rider has dismounted. - Grab the left handlebar (1) grip and the rear (2) Once the motorbike has been brought from left large handle.
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Turns on when the engine is not functioning prop- as follows: erly; in this case, it is recommended to visit an SWM service centre as soon as possible. 1- SPEED / ODO / FUEL The indicator light turns off once the malfunction 2- SPEED / H / FUEL has been resolved.
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1- SPEED (kmh or mph) / ODO / FUEL 2- SPEED / H / FUEL (figure 2) Fuel level indicator (figure 1) - The graduated scale (1) indicates the fuel level in- - SPEED: 299 kmh or 299 mph; side the tank. - SPEED: 299 kmh or 299 mph;...
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3- SPEED / CLOCK / FUEL (figure 3) 4- SPEED / TRIP 1 / FUEL (figure 4) 5- SPEED / STP 1 / FUEL (figure 5) - SPEED: 299 kmh or 299mph; - SPEED: 299 kmh or 299mph; - SPEED: 299 kmh or 299mph; - STP 1: miles/kilometers covered time - CLOCK: Clock- reading from 0:00 to 23:59:59 (the - TRIP 1: distance- maximum value: 999.9 km (the...
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6- SPEED / AVS 1 / FUEL (figure 6) 7- SPEED / V MAX / FUEL (figure 7) 8- SPEED / TRIP 2 / FUEL (figure 8) - SPEED: m 299 kmh or 299 mph; - SPEED: 299 kmh or 299 mph; - SPEED: 299 kmh or 299 mph;...
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9- TRP 2 / CLOCK / FUEL (figure 9) 10- SPEED /RPM / FUEL (engine r.p.m. numeri- cal value) (figure 10) - TRIP 2: distance- Max value: 999.9 km / miles (the data will be lost after detaching battery). - SPEED: 299 kmh or 299 mph. To set TRIP 2 to zero, push the knob SCROLL (A) for more than 3 seconds;...
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THROTTLE CONTROL FRONT BRAKE CONTROL CAUTION*: Do not forget to tighten the screws (2) and (3) The brake control lever (1) is located on the right- after the adjustment. The throttle twistgrip (1) is located on the right-hand side of the handlebar. The position of the throttle hand side of the handlebar.
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PROVISION FOR 12V POWER SUPPLY STEERING LOCK The motorcycle is equipped with a connector to The motorcycle comes with a steering lock located power an external device with a voltage of 12V and on the ignition switch (1). maximum absorption of 4.5A. Lock the steering as follows: Proceed as follows to access the connector: - Turn handlebar to the left...
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R.H. HANDLEBAR SWITCH DEPTH SPOT LIGHT SWITCH - To turn on the spot lights (1), press button (2) on The right-hand switch features the following con- trols: the switch. 1) Engine start button - To turn off the spot lights (1), press button (3) on 2) Engine KILL SWITCH.
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LEFT HAND HANDLEBAR SWITCH The left hand handlebar switch contains the follow- ing commands: Headlamp (A) 1) High beam flasher (automatic turn-off) 2) High beam switch Low beam switch Indicators (turning signals) (B), (C) 3) Left turn indicator (automatic return) Right turn indicator (automatic return) Rear wheel ABS activation To deactivate the indicators, press the control level...
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CLUTCH CONTROL REAR BRAKE CONTROL GEAR SHIFT CONTROL The lever (1) is placed on the left-hand side of the The hydraulic clutch control lever (1) is located on The rear brake control (1) is placed on the right- engine. The operator must release the lever after the left-hand side of the handlebar and is protected hand side of the motorcycle.
RIDING ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM - ABS INSTRUCTIONS FOR RUNNING-IN NOTE*: If you are not familiar with the mo- This model is equipped with an anti-lock braking The exclusivity of the design, coupled to the high torcycle operation, read paragraphs on “CON- system (ABS), which is designed to prevent the quality of the materials used and the accuracy of TROLS”...
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TROUBLESHOOTING The engine lacks power Faulty brakes - worn-out pads: replace - dirty air filter: clean The following list is used for troubleshooting and to - the spark plug electrode gap is too large: adjust; find the necessary remedies. - incorrect valve clearance: adjust; - insufficient compression: check for the cause The engine does not start The engine knocks...
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MOUNTING/DISMOUNTING OF RIDER AND PASSENGER Mounting of rider With the motorcycle on the side stand, do the fol- General lowing: Carefully read the instructions below as they pro- - From the left side, hold the handlebar correctly vide important information for rider and passenger with both hands and extend your right leg over safety and to prevent harm to persons or damage the saddle.
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Mounting of passenger Place your left hand on the rider's shoulder, your left The rider must mount the motorcycle first, without foot on the footrest and then mount the motorcy- starting the engine, as described in the relevant cle by lifting your right leg and moving carefully to section.
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Dismounting the motorcycle - Hold onto the special handles (2). - Allow the passenger to dismount first from the - Stop the vehicle and switch off the engine. left side of the vehicle. In order to dismount, the - The rider must use his left foot to retract the side stand completely.
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STARTING THE ENGINE While the engine is cold, i.e., after the motorcycle has not been used for a while or in low ambient temperatures, operate in the following manner: 1) Place ignition key (1) to ON position (the buzz that you hear when you turn the key to ON is caused by the fuel pump which puts the feeding system under pressure);...
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STOPPING THE MOTORCYCLE AND THE ENGINE - Close the throttle (1) completely so that the engine will help slow down the motorcycle. - Apply both front (2) and rear (3) brakes while downshifting (for fast deceleration, press firmly on both brake pedal and lever). - When stopped, pull the clutch lever (4) and shift gear lever (5) into the neutral position - Turn the ignition key (6) to the OFF position (posi-...
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CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL Note*: Have this operation made with warm en- gine. Keeping the motorbike level and in a vertical position, WARNING*: Be careful not to touch hot engine oil. check the oil level through the inspection (1) window on the right crankcase.
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Note*: Replace all gaskets and sealing washers. • remove the three metal filters (6), (7) on engine • Respect the following coupling torques when re- left-hand side, and filter (8) on the right-hand mounting: side (between cover and crankcase), check the •...
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CAUTION*: Note*: COOLANT LEVEL CHECK Avoid removing radiator cap (3) when engine Difficulties may arise in eliminating coolant from Check level (1) in right-hand radiator when engine is is hot, as coolant may spout out and cause painted surfaces. If this occurs, wash off with wa- cold (place the motorbike fully upright).
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COOLANT REPLACEMENT Filling procedure WARNING*: The coolant replacement operation - Pour the necessary quantity of coolant in the ra- must be performed with the engine cold. diator then warm up the engine in order to elimi- nate any possible air bubbles. Standard procedure - Allow the coolant to cool down then remove cap - Place a vessel on the R.H.
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THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT To check the correct adjustment of the throttle ca- ble, operate as follows: - Remove the saddle as indicated in the “Air filter check” section; - press the quick coupling hub (1) and detach the connecting hoses (2) of the two sides of the tank; - unscrew the tank retaining screw (3);...
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WARNING*: Operation with damaged throttle Correct heat rating: Before refitting the plug, thoroughly clean the cable could result in an unsafe riding condi- The tip of the insulator should be dry and the colour electrodes and the insulator using a metal tion.
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AIR FILTER CHECK AIR FILTER CLEANING - Insert the key in latch (1) then turn clockwise to Wash the filter with a specific detergent (MOTUL release the saddle lock; remove the saddle (2). AIR FILTER CLEAN or similar) then dry it fully (wash - Disengage rear right-hand side panel (3) from fil- filter with gasoline only in case of need).
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(B) COUNTER CLOCKWISE. - turn the cam (2) in order to raise or lower the mediately checked by the SWM Dealer. The fluid level in the pump reservoir may never drop below brake pedal (3) within the range available (A);...
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- tighten nut (4) at the end of the operation. such conditions, have the brake system im- WARNING*: mediately checked by the SWM Dealer. When the free play requirement is not met, the brake pads will be subjected to an early...
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CAUTION*: Do not mix two brands of fluid. ADJUSTMENT OF THE HYDRAULIC CLUTCH CONTROL SUSPENSIONS Completely change the brake fluid in the brake LEVER system if you wish to switch to another fluid Standard suspensions setting derives from several brand. Free play (A) must be at least 0.1 in.
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ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK WARNING*: ALWAYS remember that all the motorcycles a) REBOUND (TOP ADJUSTER) and their parts used in competitions of any Standard setting: - 12 clicks. type are excluded from the warranty and that To reset standard calibration, turn adjuster (C) all modifications to standard configuration clockwise to reach the fully closed position;...
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After changing the standard suspension setting, ride with care. We advise measuring the reference distance “A” before making any change. WARNING*: Never disassemble the shock ab- sorber, which contains compressed gas. Con- tact your SWM Dealer for any major service. EN - 39...
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ADJUSTING THE SHOCK ABSORBER SPRING PRELOAD ADJUSTING THE SHOCK ABSORBER EXTENSION Make sure that the chain features a slack (A) meas- uring approximately 0.47 in., as shown in the name- Proceed as follows: REBOUND - Standard setting: plate (1) on swingarm. - Operate on the adjustment knob (1);...
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- loosen the check nuts (3) on both chain tensioners Note*: In muddy and wet conditions, mud sticks to CHECKING THE WEAR OF CHAIN, PINION AND SPROCK- and work on the screws (4) with a 0.39 in. wrench the chain and sprockets resulting in an overtight to achieve the right tension;...
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CAUTION*: The chain lubricant shall NEVER get Chain guide roller, chain guide eye, chain LUBRICATING THE CHAIN in contact with the tyres or the rear brake slider Lubricate the chain (4) following these instructions. disc. Check the wear of the above-mentioned elements and replace them when necessary.
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Note*: REMOVING THE FRONT WHEEL Do not operate the front brake lever when the wheel has been removed; this causes the calliper pistons to Set a stand under the engine and see that the front move outwards. After removal, lay down the wheel wheel is lifted from the ground.
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Note*: Note*: REASSEMBLING THE FRONT WHEEL After reassembly, pull the brake control lever until Do not operate the rear brake pedal when the Fit the L.H. spacer (D) on the wheel hub. the pads are against the brake disc. wheel has been removed; this causes the calliper Fit the wheel between the fork legs so as to set the pistons to move outwards.
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TYRES Care should be taken to keep the tyres properly in- flated. See "Technical data" chart at the beginning of the manual for correct tyre inflation pressure. Replace the tyre if its wear exceeds reference val- ues on the table below. MINIMUM HEIGHT OF THE TREAD FRONT...
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BRAKE PADS REMOVAL WARNING*: PADS WEAR Do not attempt to ride the motorcycle until - Remove clips (1). Check brake pad wear. the brake lever or pedal are fully effective. - Slide out pin (2). Service limit “ A” is: 0.15 in. "Pump"...
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Note*: The braking system bleeding operation must be per- formed at a SWM service centre, using the relevant bleeding fittings (1) and (2). WARNING*: Periodically check the connecting hoses (see “Scheduled Maintenance Chart”): if the hoses (A)
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS LOCATION The ignition system includes the following elements: - Generator (1), on the inner side of L.H. crankcase cover; - Electronic ignition coil (2) under the fuel tank; - Electronic control unit (3) under the saddle; - Voltage regulator (4) on the R.H. side of the rear chassis;...
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The electrical system includes the following ele- - Pressure and air temperature sensor (8) on the ments: throttle body. - 12V-14Ah Battery (11) under the saddle; - TPS sensor (9) on the throttle body; - Turning indicators flasher (12) located on the utili- - Stepper motor (10) on the throttle body.
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- Fuses located on the utilities holder plate, under - ABS1- 15A (16) - (cable sleeve marked with the saddle; “ABS1”): Control unit protection. - Fuse (15) - 15A (cable sheath marked “FP”): fuel - ABS2- 10A (17) - (cable sleeve marked with pump, HT coil, lambda sensor heater, injector;...
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- The tail light (23) is a LED light; - Turning indicators (24) 12V-10W bulb; - Fuel pump (25) inside the fuel tank. EN - 51...
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Cable Colour Coding Sky blue 14. Fuel Level Blue Violet 15. Fuel pump B/Bk Blue/Black V/Bk Violet/ Black 16. Injector B/W Blue/White Violet/ Green 17. HT coil Black White 18. Lambda sensor Bk/Gr Black/Grey W/B White/Blue 19. Purge Valve Brown W/Bk White/Black 20.
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When electrolyte leaks, or other failure of - remove the battery (2) from its housing. rinse with running water and seek medical aid the electrical system is detected, apply to the SWM immediately. Dealer. Check, using a voltmeter, that battery voltage is not If the vehicle remains unused for long periods, it is less than 12.5 V.
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Note*: HEADLAMP BULBS REPLACEMENT Headlamp bulb (9) is of the halogen type; be careful when replacing it since the glass part shall not be Proceed as follows to reach the headlamp bulbs: touched with bare hands. - Unscrew the screws (1) and remove the fairing (2). - remove the casing (3) by pulling it outward;...
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TAIL LIGHT REPLACING THE NUMBER PLATE BULB The tail light (1) is a LED light; Replace it when it does - loosen screw (1) and remove the number plate not function. bulb (2) from the mudguard; - take bulb holder (3) and bulb (4) out of the sup- port;...
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Beam height can be adjusted as follows: HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT - pull out the front fairing (1) to remove it; When checking the proper aiming of the headlight - loosen the two screws (2); beam: inflate tyres at the right pressure, have a - work adjuster screw (3);...
APPENDIX To set the motorcycle back ready for use after storage: CLEANING - Make sure the spark plug is tight. LONG PERIOD OF INACTIVITY - Fill the fuel tank. Before washing the motorcycle, it is necessary to - Run the engine to warm the oil up then drain the duly protect the following parts: When the motorcycle is to be stored for a certain oil.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART (TO BE CARRIED OUT AT THE SWM DEALER) SUPERDUAL ENGINE 1000 Km 5000 Km 10000 Km 15000 Km 20000 Km VALVES C (*) C (*) C (*) C (*) C (*) INTAKE/EXHAUST ROCKER ARMS TIMING CHAIN TIMING CHAIN SLIDER...
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART (TO BE CARRIED OUT AT THE SWM DEALER) SUPERDUAL ENGINE 1000 Km 5000 Km 10000 Km 15000 Km 20000 Km CLUTCH CUSH DRIVE DAMPER AIR FILTER P/S (**) P/S (**) C: CHECK C (*): CHECK CLEARANCE P: CLEAN...
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART (TO BE CARRIED OUT AT THE SWM DEALER) SUPERDUAL CHASSIS 1000 Km 5000 Km 10000 Km 15000 Km 20000 Km CLUTCH AND BRAKE FLUIDS BRAKE HYDRAULIC CONTROLS BRAKE PADS WEAR CABLES THROTTLE TYRE PRESSURE AND WEAR ELECTRIC FAN...
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART (TO BE CARRIED OUT AT THE SWM DEALER) SUPERDUAL CHASSIS 1000 Km 5000 Km 10000 Km 15000 Km 20000 Km DRIVE CHAIN CHAIN OUTPUT SPROCKET SIDE STAND SCREWS WHEEL BEARINGS FRONT FORK FLUID OVERALL TIGHTENING OF NUTS AND BOLTS...
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