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APRILIA WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU
for having chosen one of its products. We have compiled this booklet to provide a comprehensive overview of your vehicle's quality features. 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 find yourself in
harmony with your new vehicle, and ride it fully satisfied for a long time. This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle; should the vehicle be sold, it
must be transferred to the new owner.
RS 660
Ed. 03_11/2020 Cod. 2Q000419 (IT-DE-FR-ES), 2Q000420 (EN-NL-EL-DA-FI-FR)

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  • Page 1 APRILIA WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU for having chosen one of its products. We have compiled this booklet to provide a comprehensive overview of your vehicle's quality features. 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; it also describes routine maintenance procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an Aprilia Dealer or Authorised Workshop. 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 The symbols illustrated above are very important.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INDEX GENERAL RULES............... System a-PRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control)....85 Foreword................Immobilizer system operation..........99 Motorcycle care..............Opening the saddle............... 100 Carbon monoxide..............11 Glove..................102 Fuel..................12 Identification................102 Hot components..............12 USE....................105 Coolant.................. 13 Checks..................106 Used engine oil and gearbox oil..........13 Refuelling..................
  • Page 6 Cooling fluid level..............144 Coolant check................ 146 Coolant top-up............... 146 Checking the brake oil level............147 Braking system fluid top up........... 147 Battery..................151 Battery removal..............152 Use of a new battery............. 153 Charging the battery.............. 155 Long periods of inactivity............157 Fuses..................

  • Page 7: General Rules

    RS 660 Chap. 01 General rules...

  • Page 8: Foreword

    PERFECT WORKING ORDER. Motorcycle care Aprilia recommends using quality products for cleaning the vehicle. The use of un- suitable products can damage vehicle components. For cleaning do not use solvents such as "nitro thinner", "cold cleaning agents", fuels or the like, or cleaning products that contain alcohol.
  • Page 9 CAUTION AFTER CLEANING YOUR MOTORCYCLE, THE EFFICIENCY OF THE BRAKING SYSTEM MAY BE TEMPORARILY AFFECTED DUE TO THE PRESENCE OF WA- TER ON THE FRICTION SURFACES. CONSIDER AN INCREASE IN BRAKING SPACE, OPERATE THE BRAKES REPEATEDLY TO RESTORE NORMAL CON- DITIONS.
  • Page 10 IF THE PLASTIC COMPONENTS ARE CLEANED USING AGGRESSIVE AGENTS, THE SURFACE MAY BE DAMAGED. DO NOT USE CLEANING PRODUCTS CON- TAINING ALCOHOL, SOLVENTS OR THAT ARE ABRASIVE FOR THE CLEANING OF PLASTIC PARTS. ROTARY BRUSHES OR SPONGES WITH HARD SURFA- CES CAN MAKE SCRATCHES CHROME PARTS AND POLISHED METAL TREAT THE PARTS MADE OF CHROME, ALUMINIUM OR POLISHED STEEL IN...

  • Page 11: Carbon Monoxide

    Clean the rubber parts using water and mild shampoo (brand-name, suitable for car bodies) THE USE OF SILICONE SPRAY TO CLEAN THE RUBBER SEALS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE. DO NOT USE OTHER PRODUCTS CONTAINING SILICON FOR CLEANING THE MOTORCYCLE Carbon monoxide If you need to keep the engine running while working on the vehicle, please ensure that you do so in an open or very well ventilated area.

  • Page 12: Fuel

    Fuel CAUTION FUEL USED TO DRIVE EXPLOSION ENGINES IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE AND CAN BECOME EXPLOSIVE UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS. IT IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED TO CARRY OUT REFUELLING AND MAINTENANCE PROCE- DURES IN A VENTILATED AREA WITH THE ENGINE SWITCHED OFF. DO NOT SMOKE DURING REFUELLING OR NEAR FUEL VAPOUR.

  • Page 13: Coolant

    Coolant Coolant contains ethylene glycol, which may be flammable in certain conditions. Eth- ylene glycol burns with an invisible flame which may still cause burns. CAUTION TAKE PARTICULAR CARE NOT TO SPILL COOLANT ONTO HOT PARTS OR THE ENGINE AND EXHAUST SYSTEM; THE FLUID MAY CATCH FIRE AND BURN WITH INVISIBLE FLAMES.

  • Page 14: Brake Fluid

    HAND THE OIL OVER TO OR HAVE IT COLLECTED BY THE NEAREST USED OIL RECYCLING COMPANY OR THE SUPPLIER. DO NOT DISPOSE OF OIL IN THE ENVIRONMENT KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Brake fluid BRAKE FLUID MAY BE HARMFUL TO PAINTWORK, PLASTIC AND RUBBER. WHEN SERVICING THE BRAKING SYSTEM PROTECT THESE COMPONENTS WITH A CLEAN CLOTH.

  • Page 15: Stand

    THE SKIN. WHEN HANDLING BATTERY ELECTROLYTE, WEAR TIGHT-FITTING GLOVES AND PROTECTIVE APPAREL. IN THE EVENT OF SKIN CONTACT WITH THE ELECTROLYTIC FLUID, RINSE WELL WITH PLENTY OF CLEAN WATER. IT IS PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT TO PROTECT YOUR EYES BECAUSE EVEN TINY AMOUNTS OF BATTERY ACID MAY CAUSE BLINDNESS. IN THE EVENT OF CONTACT WITH THE EYES, RINSE WITH PLENTY OF WATER FOR FIFTEEN MINUTES AND CONSULT AN EYE SPECIALIST IMMEDIATELY.
  • Page 16 CAUTION SOME OF THE CONNECTORS ON THE VEHICLE MAY BE ACCIDENTALLY SWAPPED, AND MAY COMPROMISE NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION AND/OR CAUSE IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO PARTS OF THE VEHICLE IF INCORRECT- LY INSTALLED.

  • Page 17: Vehicle

    RS 660 Chap. 02 Vehicle...

  • Page 18: Arrangement Of The Main Components

    Arrangement of the main components (02_01, 02_02) 02_01...
  • Page 19 02_02 Key: 1. Left side fairing 2. Left headlamp (low beam) 3. Left hand turn indicate integrated in light unit. 4. Left rear-view mirror 5. Top fairing 6. Clutch lever 7. Left hand switch 8. Ignition switch 9. Fuel tank cap 10.
  • Page 20 14. Taillight 15. Licence plate light 16. Rear left turn indicator 17. Passenger saddle / solo saddle pod fairing (where applicable) lock 18. Left hand passenger footrest 19. Left rider footrest 20. Gearbox lever 21. Side stand 22. Engine oil filter 23.

  • Page 21: Dashboard

    52. Rear brake disc Dashboard (02_03) 02_03 Key: 1. Horn button; 2. Turn indicator control; 3. Up button (MODE UP); 4. Set button (MODE SET);...

  • Page 22: Digital Instrument Panel

    5. Right button (MODE RIGHT); 6. Down button (MODE DOWN); 7. Low beam / high beam / flash high beam switch; 8. Cruise control selector / PIT Control selector (where applicable); 9. Riding mode button; 10. Engine start / stop switch; 11.
  • Page 23 Authorised Aprilia Dealer to enable these keys or to disable a key that has been lost. Upon vehicle delivery, approximately ten seconds after the key is set to ON, the instrument cluster requests a personal five-digit code to be entered.

  • Page 24: Light Unit

    Light unit (02_06) Key: 1. Neutral indicator lamp, green. 2. High beam indicator lamp, blue. 3. Cruise control indicator lamp, green. 4. ABS Warning Light, orange. 5. MI warning light, orange. 6. Turn indicator warning light, green. 7. Engine overspeed warning/shift indicator lamps, orange/red; ATC indicator lamps, orange only;...
  • Page 25 From the menu, press the MODE SET button briefly to select RACE mode. 02_07 (where available) On vehicles equipped with the APRILIA MIA electronic control unit, a navigation dis- play mode may also be accessed by pressing and holding MODE RIGHT while in ROAD mode only .
  • Page 26 02_09 ROAD MODE - TRIP 1/TRIP 2 1) Engine speed (rpm x 1000); 2) Vehicle speed (speedometer) (viewable in km/h or mph); 3) Icon indicating that ABS system is effective on front wheel only. Applicable for "Challenge" riding mode only; 4) Water temperature;...
  • Page 27 7) Fuel gauge; 8) Gear selected (displayed only with engine running and vehicle moving); 9) Information (if applicable) identifying map installed in ECU; 10) Ice hazard icon (displayed at temperatures from -15 °C (5 °F) to +3 °C (37.4 °F)); 11) Ambient temperature (viewable in °C or °F);...
  • Page 28 02_10 RACE MODE 1) Vehicle speed (speedometer) (viewable in km/h or mph); 2) Engine speed (rpm x 1000); 3) Lap timer with LAP counter; 4) Icon indicating that ABS system is effective on front wheel only. Applicable for "Challenge" riding mode only; 5) Water temperature (viewable in °C or °F);...
  • Page 29 8) Gear selected (displayed only with engine running and vehicle moving); 9) PIT speed (chequered flag icon is displayed when function is active); 10) Information (if applicable) identifying map installed in ECU; 11) Ice hazard icon (displayed at temperatures from -15 °C (5 °F) to +3 °C (37.4 °F)); 12) Ambient temperature (viewable in °C or °F);...
  • Page 30 PRESS AND HOLD MODE RIGHT TO CANCEL THE INDIVIDUAL LAP TIME HIGH- LIGHTED. MAINTENANCE ICON When a maintenance interval threshold is exceeded, an icon with a spanner is shown. This indicator may be reset once the scheduled service has been completed by an authorised Aprilia Dealer or service centre. 02_12...
  • Page 31 ICE HAZARD WARNING At external temperatures between -15 °C (5 °F) and 3° C (37.4 °F), the ice hazard symbol appears on the display. 02_13 LOW BATTERY WARNING The battery icon appears at the bottom left of the digital display in the event of a problem relative to the battery charging system.
  • Page 32 VEHICLE IS IN USE, THE LEVEL INDICATOR BARS WILL NO LONGER BE SHOWN ON THE DIGITAL DISPLAY. IN THIS CASE, TAKE THE VEHICLE TO AN Official Aprilia Dealership. NOTE THE INDICATED FUEL LEVEL MAY VARY AND NOT BE DISPLAYED ACCU- RATELY IF THE MOTORCYCLE IS INCLINED (E.G.

  • Page 33: Alarms

    Authorised Aprilia Dealer. In these cases, the control unit activates a safety procedure that limits the vehicle performance so that the rider is able to reach an Authorised Aprilia Dealer at low speed. Depending on the type of 02_20...
  • Page 34 THE SIGNAL IS ACCOMPANIED BY THE RED GENERAL WARNING LIGHT FLASHING. 02_21 STOP THE VEHICLE AND IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN Approved Aprilia Dealer. If a fault is detected with the oil pressure sensor, the digital display shows "ALARM OIL SENSOR" CAUTION THE SIGNAL IS ACCOMPANIED BY THE RED GENERAL WARNING LIGHT TURNING ON.
  • Page 35 INDICATE THAT THEY ARE ABOUT TO PULL OVER AND STOP. ATC alarm disabled The ATC system disabling alarm is activated when there is a problem that can cause the system itself to be disabled. CAUTION DRIVE CAREFULLY AND IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer 02_24...
  • Page 36 TURNING ON. 02_25 CAUTION DRIVE CAREFULLY AND IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer "CAN BUS OFF" electronic control unit disconnected alarm If no connection is detected, the fault is indicated on the dashboard instrument panel by the message "ALARM CAN BUS OFF" and by the red general alarm warning lamp, which illuminates steadily.
  • Page 37 Headlamp disconnected alarm If no connection is detected between the instrument panel and the headlamp, the fault is indicated on the dashboard instrument panel by the message "ALARM CAN HLU" and by the red general alarm warning lamp, which illuminates steadily. NOTE THE FRONT TURN INDICATORS ALSO FLASH WHILE THE ERROR "ALARM CAN HLU"...

  • Page 38: Mapping Selection

    Mapping selection (02_30, 02_31, 02_32) The engine control unit has 5 different selectable fly-by-wire throttle management "riding modes", with 3 for ROAD mode and 2 for RACE mode. The currently selected riding mode is displayed in the upper centre part of the digital display.
  • Page 39 To cycle through the different riding modes, press the specific button on the right hand handlebar control set briefly. CAUTION DIFFERENT RIDING MODES MAY ALSO BE SELECTED ON THE FLY WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING, PROVIDED THAT THE THROTTLE GRIP IS RELEASED. RIDING MODES MAY ALSO BE PRESELECTED WHILE THE THROTTLE IS OPEN.

  • Page 40: Control Buttons

    The control buttons on the left hand handlebar control set may be used to navigate within the different screens and menus of the system, view trip A / B information and, if the vehicle is equipped with the AMP unit (Aprilia Multimedia Platform), also access phone information and music and media content.
  • Page 41 2. MODE UP (up) 3. MODE DOWN (down) 4. MODE RIGHT (right) A number of different symbols (such as the examples (1) and (2) shown in the figure) may be displayed in the popup space. • Where shown as a solid shape (1), the symbol indicates that it is necessary to press and hold the relative control for the function described.
  • Page 42 02_36 A / B) Trip log A and B (viewable in ROAD / NAVI modes only) Two trip logs are available. Press "MODE UP" or MODE DOWN" briefly to cycle through the following information on the digital display: • ODOMETER. •...
  • Page 43 02_39 E) Media information (viewable in ROAD / NAVI modes only) (where applicable) The vehicle is equipped with the "APRILIA MIA" accessory, which communicates with the smartphone via Bluetooth. Using the special "APRILIA " application installed on the smartphone, it is possible to exchange data with the vehicle and manage multi- media contents.
  • Page 44 The "MIA PAIRING" menu contains 3 functions: • pairing phone; • pairing handset 1; • pairing handset 2. After selecting "PAIRING PHONE" (only available with vehicle stationary), press MODE SET briefly to enable discoverable mode. 02_41 Enable bluetooth search mode on your smartphone, select the device "BT ROUT- ER", enter the password "0000", if requested, and press "pair".
  • Page 45 Multimedia functions may be accessed using the MODE buttons if a bluetooth headset is paired with the digital display from the "APRILIA" app. After pairing it will be possible to answer or reject calls, activate voice commands and control the music on the...
  • Page 46 Activate the "pairing" mode of the bluetooth headset to be paired (refer to the in- structions of the device itself). Press the Bluetooth icon on the main screen of the "APRILIA" application and perform a new search for devices until the headset is dis- played. Select the bluetooth headset, check the "Handsfree/driver headset" option and press "Pair".
  • Page 47 • once the Application is connected, select the Bluetooth icon that appears on the main screen; • open the Bluetooth devices menu; • select "Configure" and delete all paired devices, leaving the current device as the last one; • make sure that the application icon on the display is off; •...
  • Page 48 "BT ROUTER", select "Info" and enable the options manually. INTERCOM AND VOCAL COMMANDS MANAGEMENT The "APRILIA" system manages the connection between the intercom and smart- phone upon activation by the user. FOR SAFETY REASONS, IT IS RECOMMENDED TO CARRY OUT THE ACTIVA- TION / DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES WITH THE VEHICLE AT A STANDSTILL.
  • Page 49 The audio volume may now be controlled by pressing and holding MODE UP or MODE DOWN. 02_48 Pressing MODE SET briefly again deactivates the connection. The state "INTERCOM OFF" is now shown on the digital display. 02_49 To activate the "VOICE" function, which allows the user to access and use functions of their smartphone with voice commands from the handset (e.g.
  • Page 50 «APRILIA MIA» SYSTEM MESSAGES The «APRILIA MIA» system communicates with the user through messages that can be viewed on the graphic panel of the digital display. Depending on the message type, the graphic panel shows the icon, colours and the specific message.
  • Page 51 BT ROUTER ), SYSTEM, AUDIO IS AUTOMATICALLY ROUTED TO THE APRILIA MIA SYS- TEM. IF A HEADSET IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE "APRILIA MIA" SYSTEM YOU CAN NOT MANAGE THE AUDIO OF CALLS OR LISTEN TO MUSIC, THEREFORE YOU NEED TO MANUALLY DIRECT THE AUDIO OF YOUR SMARTPHONE TO- WARDS THE DESIRED DEVICE (e.g.
  • Page 52 MANAGING A SECOND CALL If the smartphone paired with the "APRILIA MIA" system is capable of receiving a second incoming call, a number of functions for managing a second call are available. A popup appears on the digital display showing the identification details of the current and of the new incoming call are displayed in alternation (at intervals of approximately 1 second).
  • Page 53 WHEN A SMARTPHONE CONNECTS WITH THE "APRILIA MIA" (BT ROUTER), SYSTEM, AUDIO IS AUTOMATICALLY ROUTED TO THE APRILIA MIA SYSTEM. IF A HEADSET IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE "APRILIA MIA" SYSTEM YOU CAN NOT MANAGE THE AUDIO OF CALLS OR LISTEN TO MUSIC, THEREFORE YOU NEED TO MANUALLY DIRECT THE AUDIO OF YOUR SMARTPHONE TOWARDS THE DESIRED DEVICE (e.g.
  • Page 54 • playback paused; • playback interrupted. Use the MODE buttons to manage audio playback as shown in the table: MODE SELECTOR FUNCTIONS FOR MUSIC MANAGEMENT Play track PRESS MODE SET BRIEFLY Activate volume control (with call in PRESS AND HOLD MODE UP OR progress) MODE DOWN Increase volume (with call in...

  • Page 55: Advanced Functions

    Advanced functions (02_54, 02_55, 02_56, 02_57, 02_58, 02_59, 02_60, 02_61, 02_62, 02_63, 02_64, 02_65, 02_66, 02_67, 02_68, 02_69, 02_70, 02_71, 02_72, 02_73, 02_74, 02_75, 02_76, 02_77, 02_78, 02_79, 02_80, 02_81, 02_82, 02_83, 02_84, 02_85, 02_86, 02_87, 02_88, 02_89, 02_90, 02_91, 02_92, 02_93, 02_94) The configuration menu may be accessed, with the vehicle stationary, by pressing and holding MODE RIGHT directly from the main screen.
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  • Page 58 The menu is composed of the following entries: 1) Vehicle 2) Lap timer (in RACE mode only) 3) Display 4) Dashboard (Dashboard) 5) Service (Service) 02_57 02_58 1) Vehicle The "Vehicle" menu contains the following options: 1.1) Mode (Mode) 1.2) Shift light (Shift light) 1.3) AQS down 1.4) Headlamp mode 1.5) Calibration (Calibration)
  • Page 59 1.7) PIT status (in RACE mode only) (where applicable) 1.8) Pit speed (pit limiter speed) (in RACE mode only) (where applicable) The functions available in the "Vehicle" menu are described in the following para- graphs. Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the main MENU. 02_60 1.1) Mode (Mode) This function lets the user choose from the two base display modes ROAD and RACE.
  • Page 60 1.3) AQS Down This function may be used to enable or disable the automatic matching system allow- ing downshifts without using the clutch. Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the function in red, and then press MODE UP or MODE DOWN briefly to modify the status (enabled/disabled). Press MODE RIGHT again to confirm the selection.
  • Page 61 Calibration running Speed not correct 02_66 To calibrate the a-PRC system (Aprilia Performance Ride Control), ride the vehicle on straight section of level road in second gear at a speed of 30 +/- 2 km/h (18.64 +/- 1.24 mph) for about 10 seconds.
  • Page 62 If calibration is completed successfully, the message "Calibration done Key OFF Wait 60 seconds" is displayed. NOTE WHEN THE TEXT "Calibration done Key OFF wait 60 seconds" APPEARS ON THE DISPLAY, STOP THE VEHICLE AND TURN THE IGNITION TO KEY-OFF FOR AT LEAST 60 SECONDS TO COMPLETE CALIBRATION.
  • Page 63 1.6) Emergency brake (brake light) (in ROAD/NAVI mode only) When enabled, this function automatically activates the hazard warning lights in the event of hard and/or sudden braking. Activation of the hazard warning lights is not dependent on whether the ABS system is triggered. Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the function in red, and then press MODE UP or MODE DOWN briefly to enable or disable the function.
  • Page 64 1.8) Pit speed (pit limiter speed) (in RACE mode only) (where applicable) This function may be used to modify the speed limit when the "PIT limiter" function is active. Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the function in red, and then press MODE UP or MODE DOWN briefly to increase or decrease the speed setting.
  • Page 65 This function allows you to display the memorised laps and the relative specific infor- mation, including: - Number of the lap. - Lap time. - Maximum speed. - Maximum lean angle. Use the MODE UP and MODE DOWN buttons to scroll through all the laps times 02_73 recorded.
  • Page 66 2.2.2) Yes (in RACE mode only) Pressing MODE RIGHT briefly confirms that you want to clear the recorded lap infor- mation, and returns to the "RESET" (Clear times) menu screen. 02_75 3) Display The "Display" menu contains the following options: 3.1) Backlight (Backlight) 3.2) Mode The functions available in the "Display"...
  • Page 67 3.2) Mode This function allows you to change the display mode of the digital display: • AUTO (Automatic) • DAY (Day) • NIGHT (Night) Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the function in red, and then press MODE UP or MODE DOWN briefly to modify the selected operating mode. Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the "Display"...
  • Page 68 4.1.1) Set time (Set time) This menu allows you to set the clock and is divided in turn into the following entries: 4.1.1.1) Hours (Hours) 4.1.1.2) Minutes (Minutes) The functions available in the "Set time" menu are described in the following para- graphs.
  • Page 69 4.2) Units (Units) This menu allows you to change the settings for displaying the units and is divided as follows: 4.2.1) Speed (Speed) 4.2.2) Fuel consumption (Fuel consumption) 4.2.3) Temperature (Temperature) 4.2.4) Pressure (where applicable) 02_84 Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the "Dashboard" menu. 4.2.1) Speed (Speed) This function may be used to change the unit of measurement used for speed.
  • Page 70 4.2.2) Fuel consumption (Fuel consumption) This function may be used to change the unit of measurement used for fuel consump- tion. Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the menu option "Fuel consumption" in red and use the MODE UP or MODE DOWN buttons to change the unit of measurement. Press the MODE RIGHT selector again to confirm the new value and exit edit mode.
  • Page 71 4.3) Languages (Languages) This function may be used to change the dashboard instrument panel display lan- guage. Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the menu option "Languages" in red and use the MODE UP or MODE DOWN buttons to change the language setting. Press the MODE RIGHT selector again to confirm the new language setting and exit edit mode.
  • Page 72 5.1) Change user code (Change user code) This function may be used to modify the existing code (you must be in possession of the code itself in order to do this). The user code enables engine start even in the event of an immobiliser system fault.
  • Page 73 GPS NAVIGATION (where applicable) The "APRILIA MIA" system, paired with the "APRILIA" application, allows GPS indi- cations to be shown on the digital display. By means of pictograms, distance and travel time data, the desired destination can be reached. Consult the navigation guide by accessing the "APRILIA" application with your ac- count.
  • Page 74 02_94 Navigation screen key: A = next manoeuvre symbol; B = number of exit to take from roundabout; C = distance remaining to manoeuvre "A"; D = distance remaining to arrival at destination; E = time remaining to arrival at destination; F = selected/active riding mode;...

  • Page 75: Ignition Switch

    H = fuel gauge; I = speed (speedometer) (viewable in km/h or mph); J = gear selected (displayed only with engine running and vehicle moving); K = symbol of manoeuvre after next manoeuvre, and relative distance; L = information (if applicable) identifying map installed in ECU; M = ice hazard icon (displayed at temperatures from -15 °C (5 °F) to +3 °C (37.4 °F));...
  • Page 76 The vehicle is supplied with two keys (one is the spare key). The lights can only be switched off with the ignition switch turned to OFF. NOTE THE KEY IS USED IN THE IGNITION/STEERING LOCK SWITCH, THE KEYHOLE FOR THE FUEL TANK CAP, AND FOR THE SADDLE COMPARTMENT. NOTE THE LIGHTS COME ON AUTOMATICALLY AFTER THE ENGINE STARTS.

  • Page 77: Locking The Steering Wheel

    Locking the steering wheel (02_96) To lock the steering: • Turn the handlebar fully to the left. • Turn the ignition switch to "OFF". • Push the key in and turn it anticlockwise (to the left), and steer the handlebar slowly until the key engages in the "LOCK"...

  • Page 78: Switch Direction Indicators

    Switch direction indicators (02_98, 02_99) Move the switch to the left to indicate a left turn; move the switch to the right to indicate a right turn. Pressing the switch deactivates the turn indicator. CAUTION IF THE TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LAMP FLASHES RAPIDLY, THIS MEANS THAN ONE OR BOTH OF THE TURN SIGNAL LED MODULES HAVE FAILED.

  • Page 79: High/Low Beam Selector

    Switching on the opposite side turn indicators without pressing the switch in the in- termediate reset position causes both the time and distance counters to reset and recommence from zero. High/low beam selector (02_100) In DRL ON mode: • the DRL lights only are lit when the selector is left in the centre position (2). •...

  • Page 80: Daytime/Night Lights Switch

    Daytime/night lights switch (02_102, 02_103) This button selects the operating mode of the daytime running lights (DRL) or low beam headlights. • Press the button briefly to cycle through the modes available. NOTE IF THE "HEADLAMP MODE" FUNCTION (SEE PARAGRAPH "ADVANCED FUNC- TIONS") IS SET TO "AUTO"...

  • Page 81: Start-Up Button

    Start-up button (02_104) Press the button on the right hand handlebar control set to turn the engine over with the starter motor. The following conditions are necessary to permit engine start: • If the vehicle is in neutral with the side stand extended: apply the front or rear brake and simultaneously press the starter button on the right hand handlebar control set.

  • Page 82: Button Cruise Control

    Button Cruise Control (02_106, 02_107, 02_108, 02_109) CAUTION CRUISE CONTROL IS ONLY AVAILABLE IN ROAD AND NAVI MODES Cruise control is an electronic system that keeps the vehicle at a constant speed se- lected by the rider. Push and hold (more than 1 second) the cruise control selector to the left switch the system on (OFF ->...
  • Page 83 The rider may now release the throttle grip, as the system will automatically maintain the set speed. It is possible to increase or decrease the cruising speed by a short press (less than 1 second) of the cruise control switch up or down (increase / decrease the speed of 2 km/h (1.24 mph)) or via a long press (from 1 to 20 seconds) up or down (increase / decrease in the constant speed).

  • Page 84: Button Pit

    • Failure, malfunction of a component involved in controlling the speed (tone wheels sensors, control units, etc.) CAUTION WHEN ENTERING THE ADJUSTMENT MODE OF THE CRUISE CONTROL, THE QUICK SHIFT SYSTEM IS DISABLED. Button PIT (02_110, 02_111) (PIT function, where applicable) This button activates the PIT LANE function (in RACE mode only), which limits the speed of the vehicle in a predetermined geographical area, such as the pit lane on a race track.

  • Page 85: System A-Prc (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) (02_112

    OVERSPEED/SHIFT INDICATOR LAMPS FLASH. 02_111 System a-PRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) (02_112, 02_113, 02_114) Aprilia Performance Ride Control is an integrated electronic control system that helps improving the performance and the driver's safety. a-PRC consists of 7 systems: AEM: Aprilia Engine Map;...
  • Page 86 Aprilia Engine Brake is a system which manages the engine brake, with three select- able levels: • Level 1, suitable for performance use. This is the level with the lowest degree of supervision and control by the system. • Level 2, suitable for on-road use in good grip conditions.
  • Page 87 The ABS system may be set to three different levels from 1 (minimum slip control) to 3 (maximum slip control), from the specific setting screen (see paragraph in the "SE- LECTING MAPS"). Level 1 is suitable for performance use by expert riders only. At this level the lifting control of the rear wheel is not active and neither is the cornering system.
  • Page 88 - the ABS system is working. If the ABS disabled indication remains: NOTE SHOULD THIS OCCUR, CONTACT AN Aprilia Approved Dealer. NOTE IN THE EVENT OF A PROLONGED ROTATION OF THE REAR WHEEL WITH THE FRONT ONE LOCKED (BURNOUT, MOTORCYCLE PLACED ON MIDDLE STAND, ETC.) THE SYSTEM CAN BE AUTOMATICALLY DEACTIVATED WHEN THE ABS...
  • Page 89 IMPORTANT TO CHECK THAT THE DISTANCE BETWEEN TONE WHEEL AND SENSOR IS THE ONE SPECIFIED. FOR CHECKING AND ADJUSTMENT, CON- TACT AN Authorised Aprilia Workshop. WHERE THE MOTORCYCLE HAS AN ABS SYSTEM, NON-APPROVED BRAKE PADS AND TYRES COMPROMISE SMOOTH BRAKING, DRASTICALLY REDUC- ING DRIVING SAFETY.
  • Page 90 SUCH BEHAVIOUR IS TO BE CONSIDERED NORMAL AND DOES NOT CREATE MALFUNCTIONS IN THE SYSTEM. IF THE GAP FOR ONE OR BOTH SENSORS IS NOT WITHIN THE TOLERANCE INDICATED BELOW, TAKE THE MOTORCYCLE TO AN Approved Aprilia Dealer Characteristic Distance between tone wheel and front sensor 0.5 - 2.00 mm (0.020 - 0.079 in)
  • Page 91 THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM CANNOT PREVENT FALLS WHILE COR- NERING. ACCELERATING SUDDENLY WHILE THE VEHICLE IS INCLINED OR WITH THE HANDLEBARS TURNED WILL PUT THE VEHICLE IN AN UNSTABLE STATE THAT IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO RECTIFY. DO NOT SPEED RECKLESSLY. LIMITS OF GRIP ARE DETERMINED BY LAWS OF PHYSICS WHICH EVEN THE ATC SYSTEM CANNOT OVERCOME.
  • Page 92 - ATC system working correctly. If the 'ATC system deactivated' indication persists: NOTE SHOULD THIS OCCUR, CONTACT AN Aprilia Approved Dealer. THE ATC SYSTEM ACTS ON THE REAR WHEEL ON THE BASIS OF INFORMA- TION RECEIVED FROM TONE WHEELS INSTALLED ON BOTH WHEELS. AL-...
  • Page 93 NOTE a-PRC SYSTEM SENSORS, WITH HIGH PRECISION OF READING THE TONE WHEELS, CAN GENERATE, WITH MOTORCYCLE AT STANDSTILL AND ENGINE RUNNING, A km/h (mi) SPEED INDICATION IN THE DIGITAL DISPLAY. SUCH PERFORMANCE IS NORMAL AND DOES NOT CAUSE MALFUNCTIONING OF THE a-PRC SYSTEM. Characteristic Distance between tone wheel and front sensor 0.5 - 2.00 mm (0.020 - 0.079 in)
  • Page 94 THE BEST SUITED TO YOUR RIDING STYLE AND FOR DIFFERENT ROAD AND WEATHER CONDITIONS. LEVEL "1" IS RECOMMENDED FOR EXPERT RIDERS IN IDEAL ROAD SURFACE CONDITIONS. ALL OTHER LEVELS ARE INTERMEDIATE SETTINGS BETWEEN LEVEL "1" AND LEVEL "8". To deactivate the system, set the control level to "0". The a-PRC indicator light is constantly lit.
  • Page 95 Disabling ATC also automatically disables AWC. Aprilia Wheelie Control Wheelie control: a system designed to help the rider control wheelieing by reducing torque to gently lower the front wheel to the ground.
  • Page 96 Aprilia Quick Shift It is a system that allows go up and down the gears without having to use the clutch 'and without changing the position of the throttle grip. It uses the gear shift sensor signal on the gear lever to shift gears more quickly with a lower decrease in rpm than a traditional gear shift as regards upshifting.
  • Page 97 The PIT speed limiter function may be set within a speed range from 30 to 70 km/h (19 to 44 mph) CAUTION THE PIT LANE FUNCTION CAN ONLY BE ACTIVATED WITH THE VEHICLE IN FIRST GEAR. CAUTION WHEN THE FUNCTION IS OPERATIONAL, THE RED AND ORANGE ENGINE OVERSPEED/SHIFT INDICATOR LAMPS FLASH.
  • Page 98 TO THEIR OWN PREFERENCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ABILITY, RIDING STYLE AND ROAD CONDITIONS. THE ONLY USER-MODIFIABLE RIDING MODES ARE INDIVIDUAL AND TIME ATTACK. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON LEVEL SETTINGS, SEE THE RELATIVE PARA- GRAPHS FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL FUNCTION. The a-PRC system indicator lights are composed of orange indicators lights on the top of the instrument panel and the a-PRC orange indicator light on the right side.

  • Page 99: Immobilizer System Operation

    THE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM CAN MEMORISE UP TO FOUR KEYS. DATA STORAGE OPERATION CAN ONLY BE PERFORMED AT AN Authorised Aprilia DEALER. DATA STORAGE PROCEDURE CANCELS THE EXISTING CODES. THEREFORE, IF A CUSTOMER WANTS TO PROGRAM SOME NEW KEYS, S/HE SHOULD GO TO THE DEALER TAKING ALL THE KEYS S/HE WANTS TO ENABLE.

  • Page 100: Opening The Saddle

    Once the code has been correctly entered, the error will be displayed on the screen. It is then possible to start the motorcycle so you can go immediately to an Authorised Aprilia Dealership. CAUTION PRESSING OR MOVING ANY CONTROL ON THE LEFT SWITCH CLUSTER, IT IS POSSIBLE TO REMOVE THE ERROR NOTIFICATION SCREEN, BUT THE SCREEN WILL BE VISIBLE AGAIN AFTER ABOUT 10 SECONDS.
  • Page 101 RIDER SADDLE REMOVAL • Lift the rear of the saddle and detach the front of saddle the from the motor- cycle. 02_119 Refitting • Perform the above described steps in reverse order. • After refitting and fixing the saddle, place the hexagonal wrench in the cor- responding seat of the tail fairing / passenger seat.

  • Page 102: Glove

    Glove (02_120) The document compartment is situated under the rider saddle; to reach it: • Remove the passenger and rider saddles. 02_120 Identification (02_121, 02_122) Write down the chassis and engine number in the specific space in this booklet. The chassis number is handy when purchasing spare parts.
  • Page 103 CHASSIS NUMBER The chassis number is stamped on the RH side of the headstock. Chassis No..... 02_121 ENGINE NUMBER The engine number is stamped on the engine crankcase, at the rear near the shock absorber. Engine No..... 02_122...

  • Page 105: Use

    RS 660 Chap. 03...

  • Page 106: Checks

    THE VEHICLE, SO THAT IT OPERATES CORRECTLY AND SAFELY. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURIES OR VEHICLE DAM- AGE. CONTACT AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer IMMEDIATELY IF IN ANY DOUBT ABOUT THE FUNCTIONS OF ANY CONTROLS OR IF ANY MALFUNCTIONS ARE FOUND OR SUSPECTED.
  • Page 107 brake pads for wear. If necessary top-up with brake fluid. Throttle grip Check that the grip rotates smoothly and without impediment. Engine oil Check and/or top-up as required. Wheels/ tyres Check that tyres are in good conditions. Check inflation pressure, tyre wear and potential damage.
  • Page 108 upon spring tension. Lubricate couplings and joints if necessary. Check that the side stand safety switch functions correctly. Clamping elements Check that the clamping elements are not loose. Adjust or tighten them as required. Fuel tank Check level and refill if necessary. Check the circuit for leaks or obstructions.

  • Page 109: Refuelling

    Refuelling (03_02, 03_03) To refuel: • Lift the cover (1). • Insert the key (2) into the fuel tank cap lock (3). • Turn the key clockwise, pull and open the fuel filler cap. CAUTION 03_02 ALWAYS USE PETROL WITH A MAXIMUM OF 10% BIOETHANOL CONTENT (E10).
  • Page 110 The EN16942 European standard requires the identification of the compatibility of the vehicles with the fuel type by means of a graphic symbol for consumer information. The symbols listed below facilitate the recognition of the correct fuel type to be used on your vehicle.

  • Page 111: Rear Shock Absorbers Adjustment

    After refuelling: • The cap can only be closed if the key (2) is inserted. • Once the key (2) is inserted, press the cap to close it again. • Remove the key (2). • Close the cover (1). MAKE SURE THE CAP IS TIGHTLY CLOSED. Rear shock absorbers adjustment (03_04, 03_05, 03_06, 03_07, 03_08, 03_09) The rear suspension consists of a spring-shock absorber unit connected to the frame...
  • Page 112 TO COUNT THE NUMBER OF CLICKS OF THE ADJUSTER (1) ALWAYS START FROM THE MOST RIGID SETTING (COMPLETE CLOCKWISE ROTATION). TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE ADJUSTER SCREWS (1), NEVER FORCE THEM BEYOND THE END OF TRAVEL IN EITHER DIRECTION. To access the adjuster (1), remove the side fairing as follows: •...
  • Page 113 IF THE SPRING PRE-LOADING IS INCREASED, IT IS NECESSARY TO IN- CREASE THE REBOUND DAMPING ACCORDINGLY TO AVOID SUDDEN JERKS WHEN RIDING. IF NECESSARY, CONTACT AN OFFICIAL APRILIA DEALER. TRY RIDING THE VEHICLE ON THE STREET UNTIL THE OPTIMUM ADJUSTMENT IS OBTAINED. 03_09...

  • Page 114: Rear Shock Absorbers Setting

    Rear shock absorbers setting (03_10) SPORT SETTINGS MAY BE USED ONLY FOR OFFICIAL COMPETITIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT ON TRACKS, AWAY FROM NORMAL ROAD TRAFFIC AND WITH THE AUTHORISATION OF THE RELEVANT AUTHORITIES. 03_10 STANDARD ADJUSTMENT FOR ROAD USE Spring length (A) 145.5 +/- 2 mm (5.72 +/- 0.078 in) Shock absorber length (B) 306 +/- 2 mm (12.04 +/- 0.078 in)

  • Page 115: Front Fork Adjustment

    • Check the tightening of all the elements and the correct operation of the front and rear suspension joints. CAUTION PLEASE CONTACT AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer TO HAVE THE FRONT FORK OIL CHANGED AND ITS OIL SEALS REPLACED. 03_11...
  • Page 116 However, the setting can be modified for specific needs according to vehicle use. CAUTION FOR THE CORRECT SETTING PARAMETERS, READ THE PARAGRAPH "SET- TING THE FRONT FORK" CAREFULLY. TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer, IF NECESSARY.

  • Page 117: Front Fork Setting

    Front fork setting (03_13, 03_14) TO COUNT THE NUMBER OF CLICKS AND/OR REVOLUTIONS OF ADJUST- MENT SETTINGS ALWAYS START FROM THE MOST RIGID SETTING (WHOLE CLOCKWISE ROTATION OF THE SETTING). 03_13 03_14 STANDARD ADJUSTMENT FOR ROAD USE Rebound damping adjustment, Unscrew (**) 18 clicks from fully screw (1) closed (*)

  • Page 118: Justering Af Greb Til Forbremse

    (*) - Clockwise (**) - Anticlockwise (***) - this type of adjustment may only be made by an Authorised Aprilia Dealer. Justering af greb til forbremse (03_15) It is possible to adjust the distance between the end of the lever (1) and the grip (2), turning the adjuster (3).

  • Page 119: Clutch Lever Adjustment

    Ensure that the play is between 1 and 3 mm (0.039 and 0.12 in). 03_16 CAUTION TAKE THE VEHICLE TO AN Official aprilia Dealer IF THE CLUTCH CANNOT BE ADJUSTED CORRECTLY OR IF THE CLUTCH DOES NOT FUNCTION COR- RECTLY.

  • Page 120: Starting Up The Engine

    9500 rpm up until 2000 km (1242.74 mi). CAUTION AFTER THE SPECIFIED MILEAGE, TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer FOR THE CHECKS INDICATED IN THE "SCHEDULED MAINTE- NANCE TABLE" IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SECTION, TO AVOID INJURING YOURSELF, OTHERS AND /OR DAMAGING THE VEHICLE.
  • Page 121 FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING COULD LEAD TO UNCONSCIOUSNESS AND EVEN DEATH DUE TO SUFFOCATION. CAUTION WITH THE SIDE STAND LOWERED, THE ENGINE MAY ONLY BE STARTED WITH THE GEARBOX IN NEUTRAL. IF YOU ATTEMPT TO ENGAGE THE GEAR, THE ENGINE WILL STOP.
  • Page 122 • Set the switch for stopping the engine (3) on "RUN" Turn the ignition key (4) to "ON". At this stage: • The starting screen will be displayed on the digital display for about 2 seconds and then the screen with the standard parameters will appear. •...

  • Page 123: Moving Off / Riding

    IF THE GENERAL WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD COMES ON, IT MEANS THAT THE CONTROL UNIT HAS ENCOUNTERED A FAULT, THEREFORE IT IS NECESSARY TO CONTACT AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer. 03_19 DO NOT SET OFF SUDDENLY WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD. RIDE AT LOW SPEED FOR SEVERAL KILOMETRES.
  • Page 124 To start: • Turn on the engine. • Adjust the inclination of the rear-view mirrors to ensure proper visibility. CAUTION WITH THE VEHICLE AT STANDSTILL, PRACTICE USING THE REAR-VIEW MIR- RORS. THE MIRRORS ARE CONVEX, SO OBJECTS MAY SEEM FARTHER 03_20 AWAY THAN THEY REALLY ARE.
  • Page 125 03_22 • Ride at moderate speed for the first kilometres/miles to allow the engine to warm up. NOTE THE VEHICLE HAS AN RPM LIMITER THAT IS PART OF THE "RIDE-BY-WIRE" INJECTION SYSTEM. • Increase speed by turning the throttle grip (1) gradually (Pos. B), without exceeding the recommended maximum engine speed.
  • Page 126 NOTE THE QUICK SHIFT FUNCTION LETS THE RIDER PERFORM UPSHIFTS WITHOUT USING THE CLUTCH. It is recommended to down-shift from a higher gear to a lower gear: • When riding downhill and under braking, using engine compression to in- crease braking power. •...
  • Page 127 STOP SWITCH TO ''OFF" AND CHECK THE COOLANT LEVEL. IF, AFTER CONTROLLING THE COOLANT LEVEL, THE TEMPERATURE INDI- CATOR KEEPS FLASHING, CONTACT AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer. DO NOT TURN THE IGNITION KEY TO "KEY OFF", AS THIS WILL STOP THE COOLING FANS REGARDLESS OF THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE, CAUSING THUS THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE RISE FURTHER.

  • Page 128: Stopping The Engine

    WHEN STOPPING UPHILL, DECELERATE COMPLETELY AND ONLY USE THE BRAKES TO MAINTAIN THE VEHICLE IN THE STOPPED POSITION. USING THE ENGINE TO KEEP THE MOTORCYCLE STOPPED COULD CAUSE THE CLUTCH TO OVERHEAT. BRAKING CONTINUOUSLY WHEN DRIVING DOWNHILL COULD CAUSE THE BRAKE PADS TO OVERHEAT, WHICH RE- DUCES BRAKING AND LIMITS BRAKING POWER.

  • Page 129: Parking

    CAUTION WHENEVER POSSIBLE, AVOID ROUGH BRAKING, SUDDEN DECELERATION AND BRAKING IN EXCESS. Parking It is very important to select an adequate parking spot, in compliance with road signals and the guidelines described below. CAUTION PARK ON SAFE AND LEVEL GROUND TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM FALL- ING.

  • Page 130: Catalytic Silencer

    Check the muffler/exhaust silencer and the silencer pipes, make sure there are no signs of rust or holes and that the exhaust system works properly. If exhaust noise increases, take your vehicle at once to an Approved Aprilia Dealer.

  • Page 131: Stand

    Stand (03_25) If it is necessary to extend the side stand for any reason (e.g. after moving the vehicle), proceed as follows: • Select an appropriate parking spot. • Grip the left grip (1) and keep your right hand on the upper rear part of the vehicle (2).

  • Page 132: Safe Driving

    SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE BRAKING SYSTEM AND ACCIDENTS WITH CON- SEQUENT PHYSICAL INJURIES OR EVEN DEATH. NEVER leave the ignition key in the lock and always use the steering lock. Park the vehicle in a safe place such as a garage or a place with guards. Whenever possible, use an additional anti-theft device.
  • Page 133 4. Although the vehicle is equipped with an ABS system, pay attention when braking on wet surfaces, on dirt or on a slippery road surface. 5. Do not start off by getting on the vehicle while it is standing on its stand. 6.

  • Page 134: Basic Safety Rules

    Basic safety rules (03_26, 03_27, 03_28, 03_29, 03_30) The following recommendations should receive your maximum attention, because they are provided to increase your safety, and decrease damage to people, things and vehicles, in the case of a fall of the rider or passenger from the vehicle and/or from the fall or overturning of the vehicle.
  • Page 135 EQUILIBRIUM OF THE VEHICLE WHILE THE PASSENGER IS MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING 03_29 03_30 In any case, the passenger should mount and dismount the vehicle using caution to avoid causing the vehicle or the rider to lose balance. CAUTION THE RIDER TO INSTRUCT THE PASSENGER ABOUT THE PROPER WAY TO MOUNT AND DISMOUNT FROM THE VEHICLE.
  • Page 136 DO NOT DISMOUNT OR EVEN ATTEMPT TO DISMOUNT BY JUMPING OR STRETCHING OUT YOUR LEG IN ORDER TO TOUCH THE GROUND. IN BOTH CASES THE STABILITY AND EQUILIBRIUM OF THE VEHICLE COULD BE COM- PROMISED. CAUTION BAGGAGE OR OBJECTS ATTACHED TO THE REAR PART OF THE VEHICLE CAN CREATE AN OBSTACLE DURING MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING FROM THE VEHICLE.
  • Page 137 • Have the passenger open the two passenger foot pegs. • Show the passenger how to mount the vehicle. • Use your left foot to push on the side stand and make it fully return to its position. DISMOUNTING • Select an appropriate parking spot.
  • Page 138 • Lean the motorcycle until the stand touches the ground. • Correctly grip the handlebar, and dismount from the vehicle. • Turn the handlebar completely to the left. • Place the passenger footrest in its place. CAUTION MAKE SURE THE VEHICLE IS STABLE.

  • Page 139: Maintenance

    RS 660 Chap. 04 Maintenance...

  • Page 140: Foreword

    THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM OF THIS VEHICLE IDENTIFIES FAULTS IN REAL TIME AND STORES THEM IN ITS MEMORY FOR SUBSEQUENT READ- ING WITH THE DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM USED BY Authorised Aprilia Dealers. Engine oil level check (04_01, 04_02) Check the engine oil level frequently.

  • Page 141: Engine Oil Top-Up

    • Shut off the engine and wait a few seconds; • Keep the vehicle upright with both wheels on the ground; • Make sure that the vehicle is on a level surface; • Unscrew the oil filler cap with dipstick (1); 04_01 •...

  • Page 142: Engine Oil Change

    Aprilia Dealer Engine oil filter replacement CAUTION THE ENGINE OIL FILTER MAY ONLY BE CHECKED AND CHANGED BY AN Au- thorised Aprilia Dealer Tyres This vehicle is fitted with tubeless tyres (without inner tubes). CAUTION CHECK TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE REGULARLY AT AMBIENT TEMPERA- TURE.
  • Page 143 NESS IS NOT CUSHIONED AND IS SENT TO THE HANDLEBAR, THUS REDUC- ING GRIP AND ROAD HOLDING SPECIALLY WHEN CORNERING. ON THE OTHER HAND, AN UNDER-INFLATED TYRE CAUSES THE CONTACT PATCH TO INCLUDE A LARGER PORTION OF THE TYRE SIDE WALLS. IF SO, THE TYRE MIGHT SLIP ON OR GET DETACHED FROM THE WHEEL RIM, RE- SULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE.

  • Page 144: Spark Plug Dismantlement

    Spark plug dismantlement CAUTION THE SPARK PLUGS MAY ONLY BE CHECKED, CLEANED AND CHANGED BY AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer Removing the air filter CAUTION THE AIR FILTER MAY ONLY BE CHECKED AND CHANGED BY AN Authorised...
  • Page 145 CAUTION COOLANT IS TOXIC IF INGESTED; CONTACT WITH YOUR EYES OR SKIN MAY CAUSE IRRITATION. IF THE FLUID GETS IN CONTACT WITH THE EYES OR SKIN, RINSE REPEATEDLY WITH PLENTY OF WATER AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE. IF SWALLOWED, INDUCE VOMITING, RINSE MOUTH AND THROAT WITH PLENTY OF WATER AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY.

  • Page 146: Coolant Check

    Coolant check (04_04) • Shut off the engine and wait until it cools off. • Keep the vehicle upright with both wheels on a flat surface. • Looking from the left side of the vehicle through the specific opening on the internal right fairing, ensure that the liquid level in the expansion tank is be- tween the "FULL"...

  • Page 147: Checking The Brake Oil Level

    Checking the brake oil level Checking brake fluid • Rest the vehicle on its stand. • For the front brake, turn the handlebar all the way to the right. • For the rear brake, keep the vehicle upright so that the fluid in the reservoir is at the same level as the plug.
  • Page 148 LEAVE THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR OPEN ONLY FOR THE TIME NEEDED TO COMPLETE THE TOPPING-UP PROCEDURE. TO AVOID SPILLING FLUID WHILE TOPPING UP, KEEP THE LEVEL OF THE FLUID IN THE RESERVOIR PARALLEL WITH THE EDGE OF THE RESERVOIR ITSELF (IN HORIZONTAL POSITION). DO NOT ADD ADDITIVES OR OTHER SUBSTANCES TO THE FLUID.
  • Page 149 OR IN CASE OF FLUID LOSS, IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO BLEED THE AIR TRAPPED IN THE SYSTEM. HAVE THIS PROCEDURE PERFORMED BY AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer. Rear braking system In order to top up the rear braking system, the rear side fairing panel must be removed as follows: •...
  • Page 150 • Remove the lower fastener screw (6). 04_09 • Pull the side fairing panel outwards to free the upper fastener point (7), and then pull towards the rear of the vehicle to detach the two fastener lugs (8) and remove the side fairing panel (9). 04_10 •...

  • Page 151: Battery

    IF THE DEAD ZONE OF THE BRAKE PEDAL OR BRAKE LEVER IS TOO LONG, OR IN CASE OF FLUID LOSS, IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO BLEED THE AIR TRAPPED IN THE SYSTEM. HAVE THIS PROCEDURE PERFORMED BY AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer. Battery NOTE THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A LITHIUM BATTERY.

  • Page 152: Battery Removal

    Battery removal (04_13, 04_14) • Ensure that the ignition switch is turned to "OFF". • Remove the passenger and rider saddles. • Unscrew the two screws (1) and remove the document compartment (2). 04_13 • Unscrew and remove the screw (3) from the negative terminal (-). •...

  • Page 153: Use Of A New Battery

    Use of a new battery (04_15, 04_16, 04_17, 04_18) CHECK THAT THE CABLE TERMINALS AND BATTERY LEADS ARE: - IN GOOD CONDITION (NOT CORRODED OR COVERED BY DEPOSITS); - COVERED BY NEUTRAL GREASE OR PETROLEUM JELLY. CAUTION UPON REFITTING, CONNECT THE LEAD TO THE POSITIVE TERMINAL (+) FIRST AND AFTERWARDS THE LEAD TO THE NEGATIVE TERMINAL (-).
  • Page 154 • Fit the storage compartment (2). • Tighten the two screws (1). • Position and secure the rider saddle as described in the "saddle opening" section. 04_16 WARNING THIS MOTORCYCLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A BATTERY THAT REQUIRES NO MAINTENANCE OTHER THAN PERIODICALLY CHECKING STATE OF CHARGE. WARNING TO CHECK THE STATE OF CHARGE OF THE BATTERY, PRESS THE "TEST"...

  • Page 155: Charging The Battery

    Charging necessary 1 - 2 Fault NOTE IN ORDER TO INSTALL AND USE A NEW CONVENTIONAL LEAD BATTERY, THE SPACER (8) INSTALLED ON THE SECONDARY FUSE HOLDER MUST BE RE- MOVED. REMOVE THE THREE FASTENER SCREWS (9) TO REMOVE THE SPACER (8). 04_18 Charging the battery The battery may be charged with the battery itself in its mounting on the vehicle and...
  • Page 156 The lithium battery may also be charged with a conventional charger for 12V lead batteries (without automatic desulfation function or pulse charging function), with the settings and parameters described as follows: Normal recharge - Electric current: 2,0 A - Time: 2 hours Quick charge - Electric current: 8 A - Time: 0,5 hours...

  • Page 157: Long Periods Of Inactivity

    Long periods of inactivity IF THE VEHICLE IS INACTIVE FOR MORE THAN FIFTEEN DAYS, DISCONNECT THE 30A FUSE TO PREVENT THE BATTERY FROM DETERIORATING DUE TO THE CONSUMPTION OF CURRENT BY THE MULTI-FUNCTION COMPUTER. CAUTION REMOVING THE 30A FUSE WILL RESET THE DIGITAL CLOCK, TRIP INFORMA- TION AND CHRONOMETER TIMES.
  • Page 158 VENT DAMAGES TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR SHORT CIRCUITS, AND THE RISK OF FIRE. CAUTION A FUSE THAT BLOWS FREQUENTLY MAY INDICATE A SHORT CIRCUIT OR OVERLOAD. CONTACT AN authorised aprilia Dealer. To check: • To avoid an accidental short-circuit, place the power switch to "OFF".
  • Page 159 • Remove the passenger and rider saddles. • Open the covers of the secondary fuse boxes (1). 04_20 • Take out one fuse at a time and check whether the filament (2) is broken. • Before replacing the fuse, find and solve, if possible, the reason that caused the problem.
  • Page 160 positive key-on power instrument panel, positive key-on power for left hand handlebar control set, main start relay, positive key-on power for inertial sensor platform D) 7.5A fuse ECU permanent positive lead E) 5A fuse Positive key-on power for AMP, positive key-on power for ODB, positive key-on power for anti-theft system F) 5A fuse...
  • Page 161 Auxiliary fuses are placed in the central part of the motorcycle, under the rider saddle. To access the main fuse, remove the side fairing as follows: • Remove the upper fastener screw (3). 04_22 • Remove the lower fastener screw (5). 04_23...
  • Page 162 • Remove the left hand side fairing panel (6). 04_24 • Unscrew the two screws (7) and then remove the protective cover (8) of the main fuse box. 04_25 • Disconnect the connector (9) to access the main fuse (M). •...

  • Page 163: Lamps

    CAUTION REMOVING THE 30A FUSE WILL RESET THE DIGITAL CLOCK, TRIP INFORMA- TION AND CHRONOMETER TIMES. LOCATION OF MAIN FUSE M) 30 fuse Battery charging, all vehicle utilities N) spare fuse The main fuse is located behind the left hand side fairing of the motorcycle, under the rider saddle.

  • Page 164: Front Light Group

    When leaning into a right hand bend, the right hand LED bending assist light illuminates (A). CAUTION IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OF THE HEADLAMP UNIT, CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer. 04_28 Headlight adjustment (04_29, 04_30, 04_31, 04_32) NOTE IN COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL LEGISLATION, SPECIFIC PROCEDURES MUST BE FOLLOWED WHEN ALIGNING THE LIGHTS.
  • Page 165 To quickly check if the headlamp is aimed correctly, place the vehicle on a level surface 10 m (32.8 ft) from a vertical wall. Turn on the low beam light, sit on the vehicle and check that the light beam projected to the wall is a little below the horizontal straight line of the headlight (about 9/10 of the total height).

  • Page 166: Rear Optical Unit

    04_32 Rear optical unit CAUTION THE TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY MUST BE REMOVED, CHECKED AND, IF NECES- SARY, REPLACED BY AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer. Rear turn indicators NOTE FOR REMOVING, CHECKING AND REPLACING THE REAR INDICATORS, PLEASE SEE AN Authorised Aprilia Dealership...

  • Page 167: Number Plate Light

    Number plate light NOTE TO HAVE THE LICENCE PLATE LIGHT REMOVED, CHECKED AND, IF NECES- SARY, REPLACED, TAKE THE VEHICLE TO AN Official Aprilia Dealer Rear-view mirrors (04_33, 04_34) • The rear view mirrors may be folded inwards towards the rider.

  • Page 168: Front And Rear Disc Brake

    Front and rear disc brake (04_35, 04_36, 04_37) CAUTION CHECK BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR MAINLY BEFORE EACH RIDE. 04_35 To perform a quick pad wear check: • Rest the vehicle on its stand. • Carry out a visual inspection of brake disc and pads as follows: - from the top rear side to check the front brake callipers (1);...

  • Page 169: Periods Of Inactivity

    Once the friction material of even one front or rear pad has worn to a thickness of approximately 1.5 mm (0.06 in) (or even if even one of the wear indicators is no longer visible), contact an Official Aprilia Dealer to replace all the brake pads. USE ONLY ORIGINAL BRAKE PADS.

  • Page 170: Cleaning The Vehicle

    • Place the vehicle on the specific front stand (optional) and rear stand (op- tional). • Cover the vehicle (do not use plastic or waterproof materials). AFTER STORAGE NOTE REMOVE THE PLASTIC BAG FROM THE END OF THE SILENCER. • Uncover and clean the vehicle.
  • Page 171 • Avoid parking the vehicle under trees. During some seasons, resins, fruits or leaves containing aggressive chemical substances that may damage the paintwork may fall from trees. • Clean the dashboard with a soft, damp cloth. CAUTION BEFORE WASHING THE VEHICLE, COVER THE ENGINE AIR INTAKES AND THE EXHAUST PIPES.
  • Page 172 To remove dirt and mud accumulated on painted surfaces, wet the soiled areas thor- oughly with a low-pressure water jet, then remove dirt and mud with a soft car body sponge soaked abundantly in a solution of car body shampoo in water (2 - 4% sham- poo dissolved in water).
  • Page 173 NENTS. DO NOT USE ALCOHOL OR SOLVENTS TO CLEAN ANY RUBBER OR PLASTIC SADDLE COMPONENTS USE WATER AND MILD SOAP. CAUTION DO NOT USE SOLVENTS OR PETROL BY-PRODUCTS (ACETONE, TRICHLORO- ETHYLENE, TURPENTINE, PETROL, THINNERS) TO CLEAN THE SADDLE. USE INSTEAD DETERGENTS WITH SURFACE ACTIVE AGENTS NOT EXCEEDING 5% (NEUTRAL SOAP, DEGREASING DETERGENTS OR ALCOHOL).

  • Page 174: Transport

    PERSONS AND TO THE VEHICLE. CHECK REGULARLY THE CLEARANCE OF THE DRIVE CHAIN AND ADJUST THE CHAIN IF NECESSARY. TO CHANGE THE DRIVE CHAIN, CONTACT AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer, WHICH WILL BE PLEASED TO PROVIDE YOU WITH QUICK AND THOROUGH SERVICE.
  • Page 175 CAUTION INCORRECT MAINTENANCE MAY CAUSE EARLY WEAR OF THE DRIVE CHAIN AND/OR DAMAGE THE FRONT PINION AND/OR THE REAR SPROCKET. PER- FORM DRIVE CHAIN MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS MORE FREQUENTLY IF YOU RIDE THE VEHICLE IN EXTREME CONDITIONS OR ON DUSTY AND/OR MUDDY ROADS.

  • Page 176: Chain Backlash Check

    Chain backlash check (04_43, 04_44) To check the clearance: • Shut off the engine. • Rest the vehicle on the side stand. • Select neutral. • Check that the vertical deflection of the bottom section of the chain, measured at a distance of 250 mm (9.84 in) from the centre of the rear wheel axle (along imaginary line between centres of front and rear sprockets), is approximately 30 mm (1.18 in).

  • Page 177: Chain Backlash Adjustment

    Chain backlash adjustment ANY WORK ON THE DRIVE CHAIN MUST BE PERFORMED BY AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer. Checking wear of chain, front and rear sprockets Also check the following parts and check that the chain, the front sprocket and the rear sprocket do not have: •...

  • Page 178: Chain Lubrication And Cleaning

    LUBRICATED AND RESTORED TO PROPER WORKING ORDER. IF THIS IS NOT POSSIBLE, HAVE THE CHAIN REPLACED BY AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer. Chain lubrication and cleaning Do not wash the chain using water jets, vapour jets, high-pressure water jets or highly flammable solvents.

  • Page 179: Technical Data

    RS 660 Chap. 05 Technical data...
  • Page 180 IMENSIONS AND MASS Max. length 1995 mm (78.54 in) Max. width (at handlebar) 745 mm (29.33 in) Max. height (to top fairing) 1,150 mm (45.27 in) Wheelbase 1370 mm (53.93 in) Kerb weight 183 kg (403.44 lb) Weight fully loaded 258 kg (568.79 lb) NGINE Type...
  • Page 181 Clutch Multi plate clutch with mechanical control lever on left side handlebar. Anti- juddering slipper clutch systems Starting Electric Timing system Morse chain on intake and exhaust camshafts, bucket tappets and valve clearance adjustment with calibrated pads Lubrication system Wet sump with heat exchanger coaxial with oil filter Oil pump Trochoidal pump...
  • Page 182 APACITY Fuel tank capacity (including 15 l (3.30 UK gal; 3.96 US gal) reserve) Fuel tank reserve capacity 3.5 l (0.77 UK gal; 0.92 US gal) Engine oil change filter replacement: 2700 cc in (164.76 cu Coolant 1.8 +/- 0.2 l (0.39 +/- 0.04 UK gal; 0.47 +/- 0.05 US gal) Seats Maximum weight limit...
  • Page 183 Regina 110 links With sealed master link Model 520 - 135 - ZRA LECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEMS a-PRC system (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) which includes: AEM (engine map management system), (engine brake map management system), ABS (anti-lock braking system), ATC (traction control),...
  • Page 184 OWER SUPPLY Fuel Unleaded gasoline E10 (95 R.O.N.) UEL SUPPLY SYSTEM Throttle body diameter 48 mm (1.89 in) Type Electronic injection with 1 injector per cylinder and 2 motorised throttle bodies (ride-by-wire) with fixed length intake trumpets. 1 dynamic air intake. Selectable multimap.
  • Page 185 USPENSIONS Front fork Adjustable upside-down hydraulic fork with (1.61 stanchions Front stroke 120 mm (4.72 in) Rear shock absorber Piggyback shock absorber with adjustable spring pre-load, length and hydraulic rebound damping. Rear stroke 52 mm (2.05 in) RAKES Front 320 mm (12.60 in) discs, four- piston callipers - with 32 mm (1.26 in) pistons and 2 pads - radial master cylinder and steel braided...
  • Page 186 HEELS Front wheel 3.50 x 17", alloy Rear wheel 5.50 x 17", alloy YRES Front tire 120/70 ZR17 (58W) Inflation pressure Rider: 2.5 bar (250 KPa) (36.26 PSI) Rider + Passenger: 2.5 bar (250 KPa) (36.26 PSI) Rear tire 180/55 ZR17 (73W) 180/60 ZR17 (75W) Inflation pressure Rider: 2.8 bar (280 KPa) (40.61...
  • Page 187 Electrode gap 0.7 - 0.8 mm (0.027 - 0.031 in) Battery BS BATTERY BSLi-04 LITHIUM, 12V 48Wh 280A Alternative solution: YUASA YTZ10S, 12V 8.6 Ah Coils Stick coil Recharging system Flywheel with rare earth magnets Alternator 360 W Main fuses Secondary fuses 2A, 5A (5) - 7.5A (3) - 15A - 20A UNCTIONS...
  • Page 188 NDICATOR LAMPS Neutral High beam light Cruise control Turn indicators Overspeed threshold/shift light Immobilizer Fuel reserve a-PRC General warning Side stand...

  • Page 189: Programmed Maintenance

    RS 660 Chap. 06 Programmed maintenance...

  • Page 190: Scheduled Maintenance Table

    Scheduled maintenance table (06_01) Adequate maintenance is fundamental to ensure long-lasting, optimum operation and performance of your vehicle. For this reason a series of checks and maintenance services has been prepared, available for purchase separately, listed together in the chart on the following page. It is a good idea to report small performance anomalies right away to an Authorised Service Centre, without waiting for the next scheduled service, so they can be re- paired immediately.
  • Page 191 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE EVERY EVERY Km x 1,000 (mi x 1,000) 1 (0.6) (6.2) (12.4) (18.6) (24.9) MONTHS MONTHS Rear shock absorber (bearings - linkage mechanisms) Motorcycle set up Spark plug Drive chain (2) I - L I - L I - L I - L I - L...

  • Page 192: Recommended Products

    EVERY EVERY Km x 1,000 (mi x 1,000) 1 (0.6) (6.2) (12.4) (18.6) (24.9) MONTHS MONTHS Brake Fluid Coolant Fork oil (3) Engine oil Headlight aiming Fork oil seals Tyres - pressure / wear (1) Nut/bolt tightness Recommended products (06_02) Piaggio Group recommends the use of products from its Castrol official partner for the scheduled maintenance of its vehicles.
  • Page 193 TABLE OF RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS Product Description Specifications Engine oil 10W -50 Synthetic-based lubricant for high performance SAE 10W 50; API SL; JASO MA2 four-stroke engines. Lithium-based grease Lithium-calcium soap based grease colour - black, contains EP (Extreme Pressure) additives, excellent water-repellent properties Anti-freeze liquid, ready to use, colour red Ethylene glycol antifreeze liquid with organic ASTM D 3306 - ASTM D 4656 - ASTM D 4985...
  • Page 195 TABLE OF CONTENTS Instrument panel: 22 Shock absorbers: 111, 114 Spark plug: 144 Advanced functions: 55 Engine oil: 13, 140–142 Stand: 15, 131 Air filter: 144 Engine stop: 81 Start-up: 81 Alarms: 33 Stop switch: 81 Maintenance: 139, 189, 190 Maintenance Table: 190 Mirrors: 167 Fork: 115, 117...
  • Page 196 Only by requesting original aprilia spare parts can you be of purchasing products that were developed and tested during the design and development of the vehicle itself. All Aprilia original spare parts undergo quality control procedures to guarantee reliability and durability.

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