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  • Page 1 RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY 8104953...

  • Page 2: Safety Warnings

    Non-compliance w i t h t h e i n d i c a t i on s g i v e n i n t h e use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 3 I n s o m e c o u n t r i e s t h e purchase of spare parts or specific antipollution and noise regulations in force acce ssories of th e mod el you have require periodical inspections. acquired. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    INSPECTING THE FRONT AND REAR ADJUSTING REAR BRAKE LEVER SUSPENSION............ 87 CLEARANCE ............45 FRONT SUSPENSION ........87 ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE LEVER AND THE ≈R FACTORY∆ FORK ......... 88 use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 5 safe drive...

  • Page 6: Basic Safety Rules

    Gradually get to know the vehicle by driving it first in areas with low traffic and/or private areas. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 7 Avoid standing up or stretching your and other driving conditions. limbs while driving. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 8 A l w a y s r e m e m b e r t o r e p o r t a n y malfunction to the technicians to help them in their work. Never use the vehicle when the amount of damage it has suffered endangers your safety. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 9: Clothing

    RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 10: Accessories

    , i n o r d e r t o r e d u c e especially when riding at high speed. unbalance to the minimum. Furthermore, make sure that the load is firmly secured to the vehicle, especially during long trips. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 11 RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 12: Arrangement Of The Main Elements

    11) Main fuse carrier (30 A) 16) Rider left footrest 5) Left rear-view mirror 12) Passenger seat lock 17) Side stand 6) Clutch fluid reservoir glove/tool kit compartment 18) Gear shift lever use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 13 4) Glove/tool kit compartment 10) Coolant expansion tank cap 17) Horn 5) Passenger seat (glove/tool 11) Fuel tank filler cap 18) Lower fairing kit compartment cover) 12) Air cleaner 19) Expansion tank use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 14: Arrangement Of The Instruments/Controls

    9) Horn button () 4) Front brake lever 10) Starter button () 11) Engine kill switch ( - ) 5) Throttle twistgrip 6) High beam flasher ()/LAP button (multifunction) use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 15: Instruments And Indicators

    10) Red general warning light ( 6) Amber low fuel light () 11) Multifunction computer programming buttons (+, Trip V, -) 7) Red immobilizer light ( ) (where immobilizer system is fitted) use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 16: Instruments And Indicators Table

    ) has been detected, engine oil pressure is low ( ) or  coolant temperature is too high ( ). When this is the case, stop the engine immediately and contact an aprilia Official dealer use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 17 Engine Control Unit has detected an anomaly. In most cases, thengine will keep running, although performance will be somewhat reduced. Contact an aprilia Official dealer immediately. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 18: Multifunction Computer

    CAN line between dashboard and Engine Control Unit. Contact a dealer. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 19 Press the "+" button to display maximum 30% brightness ↓ speed (V max), average speed (AVS) and ↓ battery voltage. Battery voltage 70% brightness ↓ ↓ 100% brightness ↓ use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 20 Trip meter indications reflect the TRIP 1 distance covered since last resetting. ↓ TRIP/V Trip 1 and Trip 2 indications are wiped TRIP 2 off when the battery is disconnected. ↓ TRIP/V use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 21 ≈ ∆. NOTE The clock may only be set when the key is set to " " and the motorcycle is at standstill. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 22 Hold down "TRIP/V" for over 3 seconds number. while holding down the "LAP" button. The display will return to the clock display. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 23 However, contact an down the "Trip/V" button for at least 3 aprilia Official Dealer without delay. seconds. The rev counter pointer (2) will point the corresponding rpm for three seconds. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 24 Press briefly to increase setting by 100 rpm. Hold down a little longer to increase by 1000 rpm. After reaching full scale value (12,000 rpm), the pointer will go back to zero automatically. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 25: Key Controls

    When pressed, the starter button "", Ensure that the dimmer switch is set to turns the engine over. See page 51 "" before starting the engine. (STARTING) for starting procedure. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 26: Ignition Switch

    Do not keep the spare key on the vehicle. NOTE Setting the ignition key to "" automatically turns on the lights. The lights will turn off when the ignition switch is set to "". use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 27: Steering Lock

    Push in the key and turn it to "". The engine It is not Extract the key.  and the possible to lights can be remove the operated. key. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 28: Accessories

    Before lowering and locking the THE GLOVE/TOOL KIT COMPARTMENT seat (2), make sure that you have not left COVER) for installation instructions. the key in the glove/tool kit compartment. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 29: Unlocking/Locking The Glove/Tool Kit Compartment Cover

    WARNING glove/tool kit compartment cover (2) and ease it off in a forward motion. Before riding, make sure that the glove/tool kit compartment cover (2) is correctly locked. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 30: Glove/Tool Kit Compartment

    Maximum load allowed: 1.5 kg. √ 8 - 10 mm double socket spanner (4); √ 17 mm open-end spanner (5); √ 16 mm socket spanner for spark plug (6) use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 31: Special Tools

    Front wheel stand (3), see page 71 (PLACING THE Front wheel VEHICLE ON THE FRONT disassembly. WHEEL STAND ). Click clamp (4) installation Click clamp pliers, see page 63 (CLICK installation. CLAMPS). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 32: Main Components

    Avoid contact with skin. Do lower edge of the filler neck (see figure). not inhale vapours. Do not swallow fuel. Do not transfer fuel between different Refuel. containers. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 33: Brake Fluid - Recommendations

    If in doubt about the braking efficiency finished parts or they will damage. of your bike or if you are not able to perform routine checks, contact an aprilia Official Dealer. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 34: Disk Brakes

    , s e e p a g e 1 1 6 (LUBRICANT CHART). NOTE This vehicle is fitted with front and rear disk brakes. Each braking system is operated by an independent hydraulic circuit. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 35: Front Brake

    "MIN" mark. MIN= minimum level MAX= maximum level If level is below the "MIN" mark: CAUTION Brake fluid level decreases gradually as the brake pads wear down. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 36 Keep the brake fluid reservoir open JUST LONG ENOUGH to top up level. Raise and remove the cover (3) together with the screws (1) and the gasket (4). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 37: Rear Brake

    92 (CHECKING THE absorb moisture from the air. BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR). Keep the brake fluid reservoir open JUST LONG ENOUGH to top up level. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 38: Clutch Fluid - Recommendations

    In the event of accidental contact with eyes, contact an eye specialist or seek medical advice. DO NOT RELEASE CLUTCH FLUID INTO THE ENVIRONMENT. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 39: Clutch

    CAUTION Danger: clutch fluid could leak out. Never operate the clutch lever when the reservoir cap is loose or has been removed. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 40: Coolant

    Check coolant level before each ride - see page 42 (CHECKING AND TOPPING UP). Have coolant changed every two years by aprilia Official dealer. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 41 Take care not to spill coolant onto hot depositing in the radiator, which helps engine parts. It may ignite and produce preserve the efficiency of the cooling invisible flames. system. Wear latex gloves when servicing. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 42 Do not add any additives or other FULL = maximum level products. LOW = minimum level If you use a funnel or other tool, ensure they are perfectly clean. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 43: Tyres

    The tyre may even come off the rim puncture is larger than 5 mm. under hard braking. The wheel must be balanced after each Lastly, the vehicle may skid in a bend. tyre repair. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 44: Engine Oil

    CH A R T ) a n d p a ge 6 5 ( C H A N G I N G ENGINE OIL AND THE ENGINE OIL FILTER) for oil change instructions. NOTE Use high-quality 15W - 50 oil, see page 116 (LUBRICANT CHART). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Front Brake Lever And The Clutch Lever

    CAUTION After the adjustment, make sure that the wheel rotates freely with the brake released. Check braking efficiency. aprilia If necessary, contact your Official dealer. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Rear Brake Lever And The Gear Shift Lever

    Partially unscrew the screw (1). Rotate the eccentric (2) until finding the optimal position for the pedal (3). Tighten the screw (1) and make sure that the eccentric retains its position. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 47: Instructions For Use

    Always mount and dismount from the left side with the vehicle on the side stand. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 48 Choose the parking area, see page 57 movements while getting on and off. CAUTION (PARKING). Stop the vehicle, see page 57 (STOPPING). Make sure that the vehicle is stable. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 49: Pre-Ride Checks

    , a l t h o u g h g i v i n g l e s s performance. At any rate, contact an aprilia Official dealer immediately. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 50: Pre-Ride Checks Chart

    ( - ) Lights, warning lights, horn, - 109 rear brake light switches and Check horn and indicators for proper operation. Change bulbs or fix a failure, if necessary. electrical devices use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 51: Starting

    "Safe Riding", see in neutral. If you try to engage a gear with page 32 (FUEL). page 5 (SAFE RIDING). the stand down, the engine will stop. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 52 Pull the clutch lever (7) fully in and select Keep at least one brake lever pulled and dealer immediately. neutral using the gear lever (8) [green do not accelerate before moving off. light "" (9) on]. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 53: Moving Off - Riding

    4.5 ±1l of fuel in the tank. Refuel as soon as possible, see page 34 (FUEL). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 54 (3) and lift the gear kilometres. This will allow the engine to shift lever (4). Release the clutch lever warm up. (3) and accelerate. Repeat the last two operations and shift use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 55 To stop while riding uphill, close the to "" and check coolant level, see throttle and simply use the brakes to page 40 (COOLANT). keep the vehicle steady. Using the use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 56: Running-In

    0 √ 1000 (0 √ 625) 6000 the brake disks. During the first 1000 km (625 mi) never 1000 √ 1500 (625 √ 937) 7500 exceed 6000 rpm. over 1500 (937) 11000 use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 57: Stopping

    When stopping for a short time, keep at WARNING switch on unexpectedly and your clothing least one brake on. or hair might be caught in the fans. Make sure that the vehicle is stable use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 58: Placing The Vehicle On The Stand

    Turn the handlebar fully to the left..............WARNING Make sure that the vehicle is stable. TELEPHONE NO.: ........NOTE In most cases, stolen vehicles are identified through the data written on the Owner's Manual. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 59: Maintenance

    Some to have a new key enabled, will have to components are harmful or toxic. bring all the keys he intends to be using to the Dealer. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 60 , s e e p a g e 6 1 ( P E R I O D I C MAINTENANCE CHART). To cancel the "SERVICE" warning, turn the key to ON while holding down the "+" and "-" buttons for at least 15 seconds. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 61: Periodic Maintenance Chart

    Drive chain slack and every 1000 km (625 mi): lubrication every 1000 km before each ride and every Brake pad wear (625 mi): 2000 km (1250 mi): use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 62 Brake pads if worn: Wheels/Tyres (*) Nut, bolt, screw tightening Cylinder synchronization Suspension and trim Final drive (chain, rear and front sprocket) every 4 years: Fuel pipes Clutch wear Pistons use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 63: Identification Data

    (SPECIAL TOOLS ). CAUTION On refitting, replace the click clamp that has been removed with a new one of the ap ril ia same size, available from Official dealer. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 64: Checking And Topping Up Engine Oil Level

    CAUTION In the vehicle is used for racing, change the engine oil every 5000 km (3125 mi). Change oil more frequently if the vehicle is used in dusty conditions. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 65: Changing Engine Oil And The Engine Oil Filter

    , c h a n g e t h e o i l m o r e Unscrew and remove the filler cap (3). frequently. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 66 Refit the cover (6). Refit and tighten the 4000 cu cm under the drain plug (2) on two screws (5). the tank. Unscrew and remove the drain plug (2) on the tank. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 67 √ special clamp installation pliers, see Do not add any additives or other page 31 (SPECIAL TOOLS ). products. If you use a funnel or other tool, ensure they are perfectly clean. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 68: Air Cleaner

    In this case, clean the air cleaner after Extract the air cleaner (6). each ride following the partial cleaning Check the seal (7) for wear or damage procedure described below. and replace as required. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 69 When cleaning the air cleaner, ensure the meshing is not torn. Always change a damaged air cleaner. Clean the outer surface of the air cleaner (6) with a clean cloth. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 70: Fitting The Pins For The Rear Wheel Stand

    Slacken the knob (9). Shift the fork-shaped support (10) so that its width matches the distance between the two pins fitted to the swinging arm. Tighten the knob (9). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 71: Placing The Vehicle On The Front Wheel Stand

    Riding with damaged disks will put your safety, that of other persons and the vehicle at risk. Check the wheel rim for damage and have it replaced if damaged. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 72 Next, you will have to temporarily fit the two wheel spindle clamp bolts (5) on the left side. It is not necessary to tighten them to the final torque. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 73 T o r q u e w r e n c h s e t t i n g f o r w h e e l spindle clamp bolts: 12 Nm (1.2 kgm). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 74: Front Brake Callipers

     and rear  wheel stands. Remove the other brake calliper as operation of the brake. follows: Repeat the operations marked with H. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 75: Rear Wheel

    Proceed lines, brake disks and brake pads. carefully until the brake disk is well away from the callipers. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 76 ( 9 ) a n d required when the left (10) and/or right (11) withdraw the final drive assembly. Keep spacers have slipped out of place. it parallel to wheel axis during removal. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 77 (17) - until matching the Do not place your fingers between holes. chain and sprocket. Push the wheel spindle (5) fully home from the right side. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 78: Drive Chain

    S e e p a g e ( C H A I N S L A C K reference mark settings (2-3) on both ADJUSTMENT). sides of the vehicle. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 79 √ damaged chain rollers; √ loose chain link pins; √ dry, rusty, warped or seized links; √ exceeding wear; √ missing O-rings; √ exceedingly worn or damaged sprocket teeth. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 80: Removing The Rider Saddle

    Do not smoke and do not use naked CAUTION flames. Before riding, make sure that the saddle DO NOT RELEASE FUEL INTO THE (3) is properly positioned and secured ENVIRONMENT. firmly. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 81: Removing The Side Fairings

    Remove the side fairing (2). NOTE Repeat process to remove the other side fairing. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 82: Removing The Side Panels

    Remove the side panel (3). damage. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 83: Removing The Rear-View Mirrors

    Release and remove the two nuts (3) After refitting: and collect the washers (4). Set the rear-view mirrors at the correct Ease off the rear-view mirror (5) paying angle. attention to the electrical connector. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 84: Removing The Front Fairing

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  • Page 85: Removing The Side Stand

    (4) separately from the stand. When the stand switch (4) alone is disconnected or removed, engine starting is no longer inhibited with the stand down. This means the vehicle is use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 86 Remove the stand (1) complete with: √ springs (2); √ bracket (3); √ stand switch (4). Refit the screw (13), the washer (14) and the nut (15) and tighten to the specified torque. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 87: Inspecting The Front And Rear Suspension

    (6250 mi) afterwards: aprilia Official dealer. The front suspension is managed by a hydraulic fork, which is held to the steering tube by two yokes. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 88: R Factory∆ Fork

    4 notches in view by the law. (not including top cap) (*) = clockwise (**) = anticlockwise (***) = Have this adjustment carried out exclusively by an aprilia Official dealer use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 89: Steering Damper

    The standard model is equipped with Setting by 15 click positions (*) by 2 - 17 click an adjustable steering damper (1). positions (*) = anticlockwise (**) = clockwise use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 90: Rear Suspension

    Vehicle response can be further modified by varying rear ride height. After the adjustment, tighten the lock nut (5). Torque wrench setting for lock nut (5): 40 Nm (4 kgm). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 91 (2) for , or knob (2) for -  by 1.5 turns -  by 1-2 turns by 12 click by 8-14 click positions positions (*) = clockwise (**) = anticlockwise use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 92: Checking The Brake Pads For Wear

    √ rear brake calliper (2): check the pads brake callipers. surface condition. looking from the bottom up at the rear WARNING end. Have the pads replaced at an aprilia Official dealer. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 93: Throttle Twistgrip Adjustment

    Open the throttle and ensure that the twistgrip springs back to the closed position smoothly and gradually when released. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 94: Spark Plugs

    If the vehicle is used for racing, change the spark plugs every 5000 km (3125 mi). At regular intervals, remove the spark plugs and clean off any carbon deposits or replace as required. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 95: Electrode Gap

    Check the electrode gap with a wire the tip of the central electrode (3) is worn feeler gauge (7). away and has achieved a radiused contour (6). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 96: Checking The Side Stand

    70 (PLACING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND ). REAR WHEEL STAND ). The springs (2) must not be damaged, Sit astride the vehicle. worn, oxidised or weakened. Fold up the side stand (1). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 97: Battery

    (-). and battery terminals (3) are: Disconnect in the reverse order. √ in good condition (free from corrosion or any deposits); √ coated with neutral grease or Vaseline. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 98: Battery Removal

    Place the battery on a level surface, in a (REMOVING THE RIDER SADDLE). cool, dry place. Release and remove the negative (-) terminal screw (1). Slide the negative lead (2) aside. Lift the red protective cap (3). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 99: Checking Battery Fluid Level

    Switch on the battery charger. Charge Voltage Amperes Time rate (hrs) Regular 8 √ 10 Fast use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 100: Installing The Battery

    When the battery is removed, the digital clock and red line setting will be reset to zero. See page 18 (MULTIFUNCTION COMPUTER) for instructions on how to set clock and red line. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 101: Long Inactivity Of The Battery

    Charge the battery fully at normal charge rate, see page 99 (CHARGING THE BATTERY). If you are leaving the battery fitted in the vehicle, disconnect the leads from the terminals. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 102: Replacing The Fuses

    Check the 15-A auxiliary fuses first and then the 30-A main fuses. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 103: Vertical Adjustment Of The Headlight Beam

    There is one spare fuse (L). speed sensor, fuel pump, relay, starter, lambda sensor. E) From battery to: cooling fan relay, coils, fuel injectors, air intake flaps, camshaft position sensor. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 104: Headlight Screening

    √ SLACKEN (anticlockwise) to lower the performed at the factory and we advise beam. against disturbing standard setting, Repeat process for the right beam. unless such adjustment is mandatory in your country. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 105: Bulbs

    Check the fuses, see page 102 ( R E P L A C I N G T H E F U S E S ) b e f o r e changing a bulb. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 106: Replacing The Headlight Bulbs

    (3). assembly. Remove the upper side cover, see page 82 (REMOVING THE FAIRING UPPER FRONT COVERS). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 107: Replacing The Front And Rear Direction Indicator Bulbs

    Unscrew and remove the screw (1). correctly into the bulb holder. CAUTION The protective shield is retained by a locating peg. Remove carefully or the locating peg might break off. Remove the lens (2). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 108: Replacing The Number Plate Light Bulb

    Install a new bulb of equal rating. ( U N L O C K I N G / L O C K I N G T H E GLOVE/TOOL KIT COMPARTMENT COVER). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 109: Transport

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  • Page 110 Do not apply protective wax on the Drain the contents into a container and components of the vehicle. saddle or it may become slippery. deliver it to a waste collection centre. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 111: Long Periods Of Inactivity

    Minor repairs should not be postponed, lest you forget them. A general check-up of the bike is also recommended. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 112: Technical Data

    Front fork "R FACTORY" oil........500 Ø 2.5 cu cm (each leg) Coolant..............2.2 (50% water + 50% anti-freeze with ethylene glycol) Saddle..............2 Max. load .............  180 kg - 194 kg (rider + passenger + luggage) use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 113 WHEEL RIMS Type ............... Light alloy, spindle can be removed Front............... 3.50 x 17" FUSE version - FORGED version Rear ............... 6.00 x 17" FUSE version - FORGED version use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 114 250 (2,5) Rear DUNLOP SPORTMAX QUALIFIER 190/50√ZR 17" 250 (2,5) 280 (2,8) 190 (1,9) 180/55√ZR 17" 190/55 Rear DUNLOP SPORTMAX QUALIFIER 250 (2,5) 280 (2,8) 190 (1,9) ZR 17∆ use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 115 Left multifunction display........LED WARNING LIGHTS Neutral ..............LED Direction indicators ..........LED Fuel reserve ............LED High beam.............. LED Stand down ............LED General warning............. LED Red line..............LED Immobilizer............. LED use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 116: Lubricant Chart

    Use new clutch fluid only Clutch fluid (recommended): BRAKE 5.1 DOT 4. CAUTION Use only nitrite-free anti-freeze and corrosion inhibitors with a freezing point of -35°C as a minimum. (Recommended) engine coolant: COOL. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...
  • Page 117 NOTE ALWAYS DEMAND ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS. use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 118: Wiring Diagram- Rsv 1000 R - Rsv 1000 R Factory

    1 2 3 1 2 3 - + S + - S INJ. INJ. CIL. CIL. INTAKE POST. ANT. AMB. PICK BOBINE FARFALLA FLAP CAMME PRESS. 42 41 4746 REGOLATORE 3635 use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 119: Rsv 1000 R Factory

    30) Fan relay 64) Immobilizer antenna (where 31) Lambda sensor immobilizer system is fitted) 32) - 65) Pick-up cables shielding 33) Side stand switch 34) Intake flap 35) Fuel sensor use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY...

  • Page 120: Official Dealers And Service Centres

    When you demand aprilia Original Parts, you are purchasing products that have been developed and tested as early as the vehicle design stage. aprilia Original Parts systematically undergo strict quality control procedures to ensure total reliability and long service life.

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