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PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU
for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the very best from your vehicle. Please read it carefully before riding
the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. It also describes features, details and devices to assure
you that you have made the right choice. We believe that if you follow our suggestions, you will soon get to know your new vehicle and it will serve you
well for a long time to come. This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle; should the vehicle be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner.
Liberty e-mail
Ed. 03_04/2012
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- Page 1 PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the very best from your vehicle. Please read it carefully before riding the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. It also describes features, details and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice.
- Page 2 The instructions given in this manual are intended to provide a clear, simple guide to using your vehicle; this booklet also details routine maintenance procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an authorised Dealer or Service Centre. The booklet also contains instructions for simple repairs.
- Page 3 Personal safety Failure to completely observe these instructions will result in serious risk of personal injury. Safeguarding the environment Sections marked with this symbol indicate the correct use of the vehicle to prevent dam- aging the environment. Vehicle intactness The incomplete or non-observance of these regulations leads to the risk of serious damage to the vehicle and sometimes even the invalidity of the guarantee.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
INDEX VEHICLE..................MAINTENANCE................43 Dashboard................Hub oil level................44 Instruments................10 Tyres..................45 Indicator unir................11 Checking the brake oil level............46 Digital lcd display..............11 Battery..................47 Maintenance icons..............14 Fuses..................48 Clock/date display..............14 Front light group................ 48 Setting the hour/minutes function.......... -
Page 7: Vehicle
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Page 8: Dashboard
Dashboard (01_01) 01_01 A = Speedometer B = Digital display C = Front brake lever D = Warning lights E = High/low beam lights/passing switch... - Page 9 F = Horn button G = MODE button H = HYTECH push button I = Throttle grip L = Rear brake lever M = Courtesy horn button N = Turn indicator switch (if available) O = RUN/STOP button P = Light switch...
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Page 10: Instruments
01_02 Instruments (01_02) Key: A: Warning lights B: Speedometer C: Multifunction digital display... -
Page 11: Indicator Unir
Digital lcd display (01_04, 01_05, 01_06, 01_07, 01_08, 01_09, 01_10, 01_11) Turning the ignition key to «ON», on the instrument panel is displayed for two seconds: • The logo «Piaggio Electric Technology» • All warning lights The needle of the speedometer moves, then returns to the initial position. - Page 12 01_05 Alarms If a failure is found, the display shows, in the bottom part, a different icon according to the cause. It is necessary to go to an Authorised Service Centre as soon as possible. SERVICE ALARM In case of failure found in the instrument panel or in the electronic control unit, the instrument panel signals the failure by displaying the SERVICE icon and the red gen- eral warning light comes on.
- Page 13 ECU DISCONNECTION ALARM In case no connection is detected, the disconnection icon is displayed on the instru- ment panel and the red general warning light turns on to signal this condition. 01_08 TEMPERATURE ALARM When the external temperature is less than or equal to 3° C (37° F) the ice warning symbol appears on the LCD display.
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Page 14: Maintenance Icons
PERFORMANCE DETERIORATION ALARM This alarm type can be identified by the ignition of the thermometer warning light. Indicates a performance deterioration of the vehicle. The causes of this alarm are to be found in: - Powertrain temperature too high. - Temperature of the traction battery either too high or too low. - Recognition rear wheel slippage or accelerated;... - Page 15 In the ODO 2 (Trip 2) status, long pressing the «MODE» button switches to ODO 1 (Trip 1) status. In Trip 1, Time 1, Trip 2, Time 2 status, long pressing the «MODE» button resets all quantities of the Trip Computer active in that environment. In status ODO 1, Trip 1, Time 1, Charge Consumption 1 is turned on the icon «1»...
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Page 16: Setting The Hour/Minutes Function
Setting the hour/minutes function (01_17, 01_18, 01_19, 01_20, 01_21) Press the MODE button and enter the «MENU»section. The menu enables the configuration of the instrument panel. To ensure that the pro- gramming interface is not activated while riding, if it detects a speed different from zero, the display automatically switches to show the vehicle operating mode. - Page 17 BACK LIGHTING This feature enables the adjustment of the intensity of the back lighting on three levels. Every time the MODE button is quickly pressed, the following icons are shown: At the end of the operation, with a long press of the MODE button, the data storage of the selected level of the intensity of the back lighting and the instrument panel is shown in the SETTINGS menu.
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Page 18: Key Switch
BUZZER This menu selects the management mode of the buzzer by the vehicle control system. This menu must only be displayed if the setting within the SETTING BUZZER diag- nostic menu is set to YES. 01_20 km/miles This menu selects the unit of measurement, whether for the speed or for the total and partial trip counters. -
Page 19: Locking The Steering Wheel
Locking the steering wheel Turn the handlebar to the left (as far as it will go), turn the key to «LOCK» and remove the key. CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «KEY OFF» WHILE RIDING. Releasing the steering wheel Reinsert the key and turn it to «OFF». -
Page 20: Horn Button
Horn button (01_24) Horn button «F» 01_24 Light on/of switch (01_25) 0 = High beam light 1 = Low-beam light 2= Passing 01_25... -
Page 21: Light Switch
Light switch (01_26) With the lever «P» in position «0» (all right), the daylight running lights are on. With the lever «P» to the position «1» (all left) the high/low beam lights are on, depending on the switch «E» position, located on the left side of the handlebar. 01_26 Engine stop button (01_27) With the emergency stop switch «O»... -
Page 22: Courtesy Horn
courtesy horn (01_28) Courtesy horn button "M" 01_28 Hy tech button (01_29) Press the «H» HY TECH button to select the riding mode. 01_29... -
Page 23: Opening The Saddle
Opening the saddle (01_30) Insert the key into the seat lock «A», turn the key clockwise and lift the saddle forward. 01_30 Keys (01_31) The vehicle is supplied with two keys (one spare) which serve to start the engine and unlock the saddle compartment. -
Page 24: Identification
Identification (01_32, 01_33) 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. -
Page 25: Bag Clip
Bag clip (01_35) To use the retractable bag hook «B» located at the front end of the saddle, pull it forward lightly. 01_35... -
Page 27: Use
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Page 28: Riding Mode
Riding mode (02_01, 02_02, 02_03, 02_04, 02_05) The vehicle is equipped with an electric motor powered with battery by specific trac- tion. The various functioning modes that can be selected are the following: • POWER: the electric motor supplies the highest performance reaching a maximum speed of 45 km/h •... - Page 29 As described previously, press the HY TECH button to switch between modes. Ex- ample: if we are in the POWER mode and we want to switch to the ECO mode, we have to press the HYTECH button for less than 1 second; the ECO icon appears and starts flashing, then we have to press the HYTECH button for more than 1 second to confirm our choice.
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Page 30: Recharge From The Mains
The power 02_06 cable is fitted with a fused protection device. CAUTION DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, REMOVE THE COVER FROM THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT. CONTACT AUTHORISED PIAGGIO ASSISTANCE CENTRES ONLY. - Page 31 RECHARGE THE BATTERIES IN A VENTILATED AREA, FAR AWAY FROM SOURCES OF HEAT, NAKED FLAMES OR SPARKS. IF THE VEHICLE IS NOT GOING TO BE USED FOR A LONG TIME, RECHARGE THE BATTERIES COMPLETELY AT LEAST EVERY 3 (THREE) MONTHS TO RECHARGE THE BATTERIES PLUG INTO A PUBLIC CHARGING STATION FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES OR A HOUSEHOLD SOCKET CONFORMING TO STANDARDS, EARTHED AND FITTED WITH AN RCD.
- Page 32 Electric characteristic MAXIMUM POWER ABSORPTION DURING CHARGING 1.2 kW Mains charging cable fuse 10 A With the key OFF and the recharge plug inserted, this screen page appears. This shows the message «NORMAL CHARGE» and below there is the time needed to complete the charge.
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Page 33: Checks
Checks Before using the vehicle, check: 1. That the battery is charged. 2. The oil level in the rear hub. 3. That the tyres are properly inflated. 5. The correct functioning of headlights, rear taillight and turn indicators. 6. The correct functioning of the front and rear brakes. 7. -
Page 34: Stopping The Engine
The vehicle is fitted with Tubeless tyres. Unlike a tyre with an inner tube, a tubeless tyre deflates very slowly in the event of a puncture, making the vehicle safer to ride. 02_11 Stopping the engine (02_12) Stop acceleration, then turn the key switch «D» to «OFF » to stop the engine (ex- tractable key). -
Page 35: Stand
Stand (02_13) Push with your foot on the end of the stand until it opens completely, and at the same time lean the vehicle on you. WHEN LIFTING THE VEHICLE, THE STAND RETURNS AUTOMATICALLY TO THE REST POSITION. DO NOT USE THE SIDE STAND TO CARRY BAGS AND DO NOT USE IT FOR 02_13 REAR COMPARTMENT ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY OPERATIONS. - Page 36 1. Before riding off, remember to put the helmet on and fasten it correctly. 2. Reduce speed and ride cautiously on uneven roads. 3. Remember that after riding on a long stretch of wet road without using the brakes, the braking effect is initially lower. Under these conditions, it is a good idea to operate the brakes from time to time.
- Page 37 CAUTION ANY ELABORATION THAT MODIFIES THE VEHICLE'S PERFORMANCES, SUCH AS TAMPERING WITH ORIGINAL STRUCTURAL PARTS IS STRICTLY FORBID- DEN BY LAW, AND RENDERS THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TO THE APPROVED TYPE AND DANGEROUS FOR RIDING. CAUTION USE PARTICULAR CAUTION WHEN RIDING THE VEHICLE AT LOADS NEAR THE MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE VALUE.
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Page 38: Accessories
Accessories (02_16) The vehicle is fitted with a windshield with protective flap. (if available) 02_16 The vehicle is fitted with an antitheft chain with key. (if available) Rear rack (02_17, 02_18, 02_19, 02_20, 02_21, 02_22, 02_23, 02_24, 02_25) Maximum permissible load depends on Country version. 02_17... - Page 39 02_18 02_19 Type of luggage rack and maximum permissible load depend on Country versions. 02_20...
- Page 40 02_21 02_22 Trailer stop lights and running lights connector. (if available) 02_23...
- Page 41 For use only for connecting trailer. (if available) 02_24 To remove the bag support «A» undo the 4 screws locking the luggage carrier. (if available) 02_25 To remove the lower front cowl «B» undo the 5 screws locking the bag support. TOTAL LOAD CAPACITY: (only Italy) The maximum load technically allowed is:...
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Page 43: Maintenance
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Page 44: Hub Oil Level
Hub oil level (03_01, 03_02, 03_03) To check the hub oil level, proceed as follows: 1. Park the scooter on level ground and rest it on its stand. 2. Unscrew the oil dipstick «A», dry it with a clean cloth and then reinsert it, screwing it fully into place;... -
Page 45: Tyres
Lubricant for gearboxes and transmissions. API GL-4 Characteristic Rear hub oil Quantity: ~ 250 cc Tyres (03_04) 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. -
Page 46: Checking The Brake Oil Level
Checking the brake oil level (03_05, 03_06) The brake fluid reservoir has an inspection sight glass; the quantity of liquid contained in the sight glass indicates the level of liquid in the reservoir. When the sight glass is full, the level inside the reservoir exceeds the MIN level; when it is partially full, the level drops to the MIN level;... -
Page 47: Battery
THAT IS, IT ABSORBS HUMIDITY FROM THE SURROUNDING AIR. IF MOISTURE CONTAINED IN THE BRAKE FLUID EXCEEDS A CERTAIN VALUE, THIS WILL RESULT IN INEFFICIENT BRAKING. Battery (03_07) This vehicle has three batteries: a 12V service battery and two 36V traction batteries. These last batteries are under the saddle, protected by a cover. -
Page 48: Fuses
WARNING USED BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA- TIONS IN FORCE. Fuses (03_08) The electrical system is protected by a 15A fuse valve «B» located over the battery. Before replacing a blown fuse, find and solve the problem that caused it to blow. Do not replace the fuse with any alternative form of conductor 03_08 Front light group (03_09, 03_10, 03_11, 03_12) - Page 49 03_10 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».
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Page 50: Front Direction Indicators
Front direction indicators (03_13, 03_14, 03_15) Type of front turn indicators depends on the Country version Use a flat screwdriver as a lever on the slots placed on the sides. Operate carefully in order to prevent the screwdriver from damaging the plastic parts. Remove the glass and the flashing bulb. -
Page 51: Rear Optical Unit
Rear optical unit (03_16, 03_17, 03_18) To access the rear bulb it is necessary to proceed as follows: • Remove the two screws «A». • Remove the light unit by sliding it off. • Remove and replace the bulb. N.B. IF MISTING IS NOTICED ON THE INSIDE OF THE HEADLAMP GLASS, THIS DOES NOT INDICATE A FAULT AND IS ATTRIBUTABLE TO HUMIDITY AND/OR 03_16... -
Page 52: Rear Turn Indicators
Rear turn indicators (03_19, 03_20, 03_21) To access the rear turn indicators proceed as follows: • Remove the «B» fixing screw. • Remove the arrow body. • Remove and replace the bulb. N.B. IF MISTING IS NOTICED ON THE INSIDE OF THE HEADLAMP GLASS, THIS DOES NOT INDICATE A FAULT AND IS ATTRIBUTABLE TO HUMIDITY AND/OR 03_19 TO LOW TEMPERATURES. -
Page 53: Rear-View Mirrors
Rear-view mirrors (03_22) To adjust mirrors, loosen lock nut «A», place the mirror stem adequately and tighten the lock nut. The rear-view mirror is assembled on a stem with a ball 'joint'. The mirror can be adjusted manually to the desired position. 03_22 Front disc brake (03_23) The brake disc and pad wear is automatically compensated, therefore it has no effect... -
Page 54: Rear Drum Brake
CAUTION BRAKING SHOULD BEGIN AFTER ABOUT 1/3 OF THE BRAKE LEVER STROKE. Rear drum brake (03_24, 03_25) Operate adjusting nut «B» and loosen lock nut «A» shown in the figure. Note that when the throttle is in idle the wheel should rotate free. After the adjustment, screw lock nut «A». -
Page 55: Puncture
CLE ON CENTRE STAND AND REAR WHEEL TOUCHING THE GROUND, THE VEHICLE STOP IS NOT GUARANTEED. Puncture (03_26) 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"... -
Page 56: Cleaning The Vehicle
Recommended products eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance four-stroke engines. JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3 Cleaning the vehicle Use a low pressure jet of water to soften the caked dirt and mud deposited on the painted surfaces. - Page 57 WARNING . Avoid that deposits remain on the bodywork, industrial and pollutant residual dust, tar spots, dead insects, bird droppings, etc. · Do not park the vehicle under the trees. In some seasons, as from the trees may fall residues, resins, fruits or leaves that contain chemicals which are harmful to the paintwork.
- Page 58 • KEEP NOZZLE AT LEAST 60 CM AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE. • DO NOT USE WATER AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40°C. • DO NOT DIRECT THE JET STRAIGHT TO THE WIRING. INEFFICIENT BRAKING Oil on drum or disc. Worn Pads/ Contact an Authorised Service Shoes Centre incorrect rear brake adjustment...
- Page 59 STAND DOES NOT RETURN TO POSITION Presence of dirt Clean and grease...
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Page 61: Technical Data
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- Page 63 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Engine type Brushless, tifase. Operating voltage 280 Vrms AC Power output 2.6 kW at 3,000 rpm VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS Length 1940 mm Width 780 mm Wheelbase 1370 mm Height 1120 mm Chassis Tubular steel frame Front suspension Telescopic mechanical fork, 76mm travel.
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Page 64: Toolkit
Front tyre Tubeless 90/80-16" Rear tyre Tubeless 110/80-14" Front tyre pressure 1.8 bar Rear tyre pressure 2 bar Weight 143 ± 6 kg CAPACITY Rear hub oil Quantity: ~ 250 cc Toolkit (04_02) Wrenches: one TORX T30 wrench, one TORX T25 wrench, one twin screwdriver, one shock absorber wrench, one extractor for blade fuses. -
Page 65: Spare Parts And Accessories
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Page 66: Warnings
Warnings (05_01, 05_02) WARNING IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT "ORIGINAL PIAGGIO SPARE PARTS" BE USED, AS THESE ARE THE ONLY ONES OFFERING YOU THE SAME QUALITY AS- SURANCE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE VEHICLE. IT SHOULD BE REMEMBERED THAT USING NON-ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS 05_01 CAUSES YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS TO EXPIRE. -
Page 67: Scheduled Maintenance
Liberty e-mail Chap. 06 Scheduled maintenance... - Page 68 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE Km x 1000 Safety fasteners Centre stand (lubrication) Throttle control - (adjustment) Electrical system and battery Brake control levers (greasing) Brake fluid level ** Headlight direction adjustment Brake pads Tyre pressure and wear Vehicle road test Suspension Hub oil I: CHECK AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY.
- Page 69 RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications AGIP GEAR SAE 80W-90 Lubricant for gearboxes and transmissions. API GL-4 AGIP GP 330 Water repellent springy calcium spray grease. R.I.D./A.D.R. 2 10°b) 2 R.I.Na. 2.42 - I.A.T.A. 2 - I.M.D.G. class 2 UN 1950 Pag. 9022 EM 25-89 eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance...
- Page 71 TABLE OF CONTENTS Battery: 47 Horn: 20, 22 Puncture: 55 Vehicle: 7, 56 Brake: 46, 53, 54 Hub oil: 44 Hy Tech: 22 Riding: 28 Checks: 33 Identification: 24 Saddle: 23 Disc brake: 53 Scheduled maintenance: 67 Display: 11, 14 Key switch: 18 Stand: 35 Keys: 23...
- Page 72 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.