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  • Page 2 © 2002 aprilia s.p.a. - Noale (VE) Indicates a potential hazard which may The adjustments for the use of the vehi- First edition: august 2002 result in serious injury or even death. cle on racetracks must be carried out exclusively in case of organized races...
  • Page 3 (I, UK, A, ...). periodical inspections. and are to be supplied to the aprilia Offi- cial Dealer as reference data for the pur- chase of spare parts or specific accesso- ries of the model you have acquired.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS ADJUSTING REMOVING THE REAR-VIEW MIRRORS ..79 THE REAR BRAKE CONTROL LEVER REMOVING THE FRONT PART SAFE DRIVE ...............5 CLEARANCE ............. 44 OF THE FAIRING..........80 BASIC SAFETY RULES ........6 ADJUSTING REMOVING THE SIDE STAND ......81 CLOTHING ............

  • Page 5: Safe Drive

    safe drive...

  • Page 6: Basic Safety Rules

    BASIC SAFETY RULES The use of medicins, alcohol and drugs or Most road accidents are caused by the psychotropic substances notably increases driver’s lack of experience. To drive the vehicle it is necessary to be in the risk of accidents. NEVER lend the vehicle to beginners and, possession of all the requirements pre- in any case, make sure that the driver has...
  • Page 7 Rigorously observe all road signs and na- Avoid obstacles that could damage the ve- Always drive with both hands on the han- tional and local road regulations. hicle or make you lose control. dlebars and both feet on the footrests (or on the rider’s footboards), in the correct Avoid abrupt movements that can be dan- Avoid riding in the slipstream created by...
  • Page 8 If necessary, have the vehicle inspected by an aprilia Official Dealer who should carefully check the frame, handlebars, sus- pensions, safety parts and all the devices that you cannot check by yourself.

  • Page 9: Clothing

    ONLY ORIGINALS Never change the position, inclination or Any modification of the vehicle and/or the CLOTHING colour of: number plate, direction indica- removal of original components can com- Before starting, always wear a correctly tors, lights and horns. promise vehicle performance levels and fastened crash helmet.

  • Page 10: Accessories

    (aprilia genuine accessories). Avoid using accessories that hamper ac-...
  • Page 11 ous objects on the handlebars, mudguards Do not carry any bag if it is not tightly se- Do not exceed the maximum load allowed and forks, because the vehicle might re- cured to the vehicle. for each side-bag. spond more slowly in turns and its ma- Do not carry bags which protrude too much When the vehicle is overloaded, its stability noeuvrability could be unavoidably im-...

  • Page 12: Arrangement Of The Main Elements

    " ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN ELEMENTS 1) Left fairing 6) Left rear-view mirror 13) Passenger left footrest 19) Engine oil tank 2) Non-adjustable steering 7) Engine oil filter (snapping, closed/open) 20) Engine oil level damper (adjustable steering 8) Left side cover 14) Drive chain 21) Engine oil tank cap damper "...
  • Page 13 1) Rear shock absorber 6) Passenger grab strap 13) Right rear-view mirror 19) Lower fairing 2) Passenger right footrest 7) Electronic unit 14) Front brake fluid tank 20) Rear brake pump (snapping, closed/open) 8) Right side cover 15) Secondary fuse carrier 21) Rear brake control lever 3) Rear light 9) Fuel tank...
  • Page 14 ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN ELEMENTS 1) Left fairing 8) Left side cover 13) Drive chain 18) Engine oil filter 2) Engine oil tank cap 9) Rider saddle 14) Rear fork 19) Engine oil tank 3) Adjustable steering damper 10) Battery 15) Rider left footrest 20) Engine oil level 4) Headlight...
  • Page 15 1) Rear shock absorber 7) Fuel tank 13) Secondary fuse carrier 19) Rear brake control lever 2) Rear light (15A) 20) Rider right footrest 8) Coolant expansion tank 3) Glove/tool kit compartment 14) Horn 4) Glove/tool kit compartment 15) Expansion tank 9) Fuel tank filler cap cover 16) Rear brake fluid tank...

  • Page 16: Arrangement Of The Instruments/Controls

    ARRANGEMENT OF THE INSTRUMENTS/CONTROLS 1) Ignition switch/steering lock (B - C - D) 8) Clutch lever 2) Cold start lever (A) 9) Instruments and indicators 3) Dimmer switch (E - F) 10) Front brake lever 4) Direction indicator switch (G) 11) Throttle grip 5) Horn push button (H) 12) Start push button (K)

  • Page 17: Instruments And Indicators

    INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS 1) Green direction indicator warning light (G) 7) Right multifunction digital display (coolant temperature - clock 2) Blue high beam warning light (F) - battery voltage - chronometer - diagnostic) 3) Revolution counter 8) Red engine oil pressure warning light LED (P) 4) Programmable red line warning light LED (max) 9) Green neutral indicator warning light (Q) 5) Amber low fuel warning light (N)

  • Page 18: Instruments And Indicators Table

    Comes on whenever the ignition switch is in position “ ” and the engine is not running, thus checking the functionality of the LED. aprilia Official Dealer If the light LED does not come on in this phase, contact an Engine oil pressure warning light If the engine oil pressure warning light LED “...
  • Page 19 20 (MUL- check the coolant level, see p. 40 (COOLANT). If the writing “ ” is still dis- TIFUNCTION played after the coolant level has been checked, contact an aprilia Official COMPUTER). Dealer Multifunction digital display If the maximum allowed temperature (120°C - (right side) 248 °F) is exceeded, the engine may be serious-...

  • Page 20: Multifunction Computer

    When the ignition key (1) is rotated to posi- operation of the revolution counter itself; In this case contact an aprilia Official tion “B”, the following warning lights come – the instantaneous, maximum and aver-...
  • Page 21 NOTE SETTING THE INSTANTANEOUS, The measurement of the average Resetting the maximum speed (14): with MAXIMUM AND AVERAGE SPEED speed is relevant to the distance “trip 2” the odometer set on the “V max” function, (LEFT DISPLAY) (odometer). press the push button S for about 2 sec- NOTE Two seconds after the vehicle onds.
  • Page 22 NOTE It is not possible to set the red SETTING THE RED LINE THRESHOLD For the adjustment, proceed as follows: line at values lower than 2000 rpm or high- (WITH ENGINE OFF ONLY) Press the push button V, release it and ◆...
  • Page 23 13 and 15 If the writing “ ” is displayed with a temperature below 130°C (266°F), there may be a failure of the electric circuit. In this case, contact an aprilia Official Dealer. use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...
  • Page 24 SETTING THE HOUR SETTING THE MINUTES SETTING °C OR °F When the push button X is pressed for When the push button X is pressed for When the push button X is pressed for ◆ ◆ ◆ the second time, the hour segments (21) the third time, the minute segments (22) the fourth time, the segments of the cool- start blinking in the lower part of the right...
  • Page 25 T and the “LAP” push but- ◆ To store the time acquired, press the immediately contact an aprilia Official ton (6) at the same time for two seconds. “LAP” push button (6). Dealer.

  • Page 26: Main Independent Controls

    MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS 3) DIMMER SWITCH (Y - Z) When the light switch is in position "I": if the dimmer switch is in position "Z", the high beam comes on; while if it is in position "Y", the low beam comes on. 3) DIMMER SWITCH (Y - Z) $ When it is in position “Y”...

  • Page 27: Controls On The Right Part Of The Handlebar

    The high beam blinking is operated by pressing the push but- ton, independently of the position of the light switch (I - J • NOTE To disconnect the high beam blinking, release the push button. 6) COLD START LEVER (A) The starter for the cold start of the engine is operated by ro- tating the lever “A”...

  • Page 28: Ignition Switch

    Position Function Key removal The steer- It is possible ing is to remove the locked. It is key. neither pos- sible to start Steering the engine, lock nor to switch on the lights. Neither the It is possible engine, nor to remove the the lights key.

  • Page 29: Auxiliary Equipment

    AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT To lock the seat (2), proceed as follows: ◆ Introduce its front part under the passen- ger grab strap (3). ◆ Position the seat and press it, making the lock snap. Before leaving, make sure that the seat (2) is properly locked.

  • Page 30: Unlocking/Locking The Glove/Tool Kit Compartment Cover

    UNLOCKING/LOCKING THE A useful compartment is available under To lock the glove/tool kit compartment GLOVE/TOOL KIT COMPARTMENT the glove/tool kit compartment cover; to cover (2): COVER reach it, it is sufficient to release and re- ◆ Introduce the lower front projections in move the flap (3).

  • Page 31: Glove/Tool Kit Compartment

    LUGGAGE RACK FASTENINGS " GLOVE/TOOL KIT COMPARTMENT To reach the glove/tool kit compart- Small luggage can be anchored to the pas- ment, proceed as follows: senger seat, by means of elastic bands that must be fixed to the two fastenings ◆...

  • Page 32: Special Tools

    SPECIAL TOOLS % To perform some specific operations, it is advisable to use the following special tools (to be requested to an aprilia Official De- aler): Tool Operations Pins (1) for the rear support stand, see p. 67 (ASSEM- To position the vehi-...

  • Page 33: Main Components

    MAIN COMPONENTS DO NOT DISPOSE OF FUEL IN THE EN- FUEL VIRONMENT. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. The fuel used for internal combustion Use only premium grade unleaded petrol, engines is extremely inflammable and m i n . O . N . 9 5 ( N . O . R . M . ) a n d 8 5 in particular conditions it can become (N.O.M.M.).

  • Page 34: Brake Fluid - Recommendations

    Official Dealer. use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...

  • Page 35: Disc Brakes

    Have the brake discs checked by an sure your safety and for this reason The following information refers to a single aprilia Official Dealer after the first 1000 they must always be perfectly working; braking system, but is valid for both.

  • Page 36: Front Brake

    When the disc pads wear out, the level lever or reduced efficiency of the brak- of the fluid decreases progressively to ing system, contact an aprilia Official Avoid any prolonged exposure of the compensate for their wear. Dealer, since it may be necessary to brake fluid to the air.

  • Page 37: Rear Brake

    Avoid any prolonged exposure of the When the disc pads wear out, the level ing system, contact an aprilia Official brake fluid to the air. of the fluid decreases progressively to Dealer, since it may be necessary to The brake fluid is hygroscopic and compensate for their wear.

  • Page 38: Clutch Fluid - Recommendations

    T h e c l u t c h c o n t r o l f l u i d m u s t b e you are not able to carry out the usual changed every two years by an aprilia checking operations, contact your Official Dealer.

  • Page 39: Clutch

    ◆ Remove the gasket (3). The fluid may flow out. Do not operate Have the clutch checked by an aprilia Of- ◆ Top up the reservoir (1) by adding clutch the clutch control lever if the reservoir ficial Dealer every 7500 km.

  • Page 40: Coolant

    (up to maximum 60%). If the fluid gets in contact with your skin For the cooling solution use distilled water, Have the pads changed by your aprilia or eyes, rinse with plenty of water and Official Dealer. in order not to damage the engine.
  • Page 41 “FULL” and “LOW” marks, by leaks in the circuit. Have it repaired by checking through the appropriate slot on Do not put additives or other subtances an aprilia Official Dealer. the right fairing”. into the fluid. FULL = maximum level...

  • Page 42: Tyres

    Official Dealer or by a handlebar, thus compromising the driv- ing comfort and reducing the road hold- There are several kinds of wear indica- qualified tyre repairer.

  • Page 43: Engine Oil

    LEVEL AND TOPPING UP); if the level ULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART) isn’t correct, stop the engine immedi- and p. 64 (CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL ately and contact an aprilia Official AND THE OIL FILTER). Dealer. NOTE Use high-quality 15W – 50 oil, see p.

  • Page 44: The Front Brake Control Lever And The Clutch Control Lever

    (3) until the desired wheel rotates freely with released number is positioned in correspondence brake. with the reference arrow. Check the braking efficiency. If necessary, contact your aprilia Offi- cial Dealer. use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...

  • Page 45: The Rear Brake Control Lever And The Gear Lever

    ◆ Tighten the screw (1) and make sure that the eccentric is stable in its position. If it is necessary to further adjust the gear lever, contact an aprilia Official Dealer. use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...

  • Page 46: Instructions For Use

    INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ’ GETTING ON AND OFF THE Get on and off the vehicle only from the left VEHICLE side and always with extended side stand. The instructions below must be followed with the maximum care in order to avoid Do not apply the load of your weight or any injury to persons and damage to prop- of the passenger’s weight onto the side...
  • Page 47 striking and safely pass the rear part of the fairing or the luggage without creating un- balance. Make sure that the parking surface is free from obstacles, firm and flat. GETTING ON THE VEHICLE ◆ With the left shoe heel, extend the side ◆...

  • Page 48: Preliminary Checking Operations

    S (4) and keep them pressed for detected an anomaly. Do not hesitate to consult your aprilia Of- about five seconds. In many cases, the engine keeps run- ficial Dealer in case there is something ning with reduced performance levels;...

  • Page 49: Preliminary Checking Operations

    PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS Component Check Page Check the functioning, the idle stroke of the control levers, the fluid level and make sure there are no leaks. 34, 35, 36, Front and rear disc brakes Check the wear of the pads. 37, 89 If necessary, top up the fluid tank.

  • Page 50: Starting

    At this point: – The engine oil pressure LED warning light (red) "P" (5) comes on on the dashboard and remains on until the engine has been started; – the red line warning light LED “max” (red) (6) comes on on the dashboard for approximately three seconds and the revolution counter pointer (7) shifts to the preset red line threshold;...
  • Page 51 It is possible to set the unit of In this case, stop the engine immediate- measurement of the coolant temperature ly and contact an aprilia Official Dealer. (°C or °F), the red line threshold, the clock To avoid excessive consumption of the ◆...
  • Page 52 In many cases, the engine keeps run- ning with reduced performance levels; at the same time moderately rotate the throttle grip (19). immediately contact an aprilia Official Dealer. If the engine starts: ◆ Release the start push button “K” (18) and the throttle grip (19).

  • Page 53: Departure And Drive

    DEPARTURE AND DRIVE Provide for topping up as soon as pos- To leave: sible, see p. 33 (FUEL). ◆ Start the engine, see p. 50 (STARTING). ◆ Adjust the inclination of the rear-view This vehicle is considerably powerful mirrors correctly. and must be used gradually and with If you drive without passenger, make the greatest care.
  • Page 54 In this case, stop the engine immediate- ly and contact an aprilia Official Dealer. The downshifting should be carried out in the following situations: ◆...
  • Page 55 ” is still displayed after quently losing grip. the coolant level has been checked, If you stop uphill, decelerate completely contact an aprilia Official Dealer. and use the brakes only to keep the ve- Do not turn the ignition switch to posi- hicle steady.

  • Page 56: Running-In

    The running-in of the engine is essential to avoided, driving smoothly and leaning After the first 1000 km, have an aprilia ensure its duration and correct functioning. Official Dealer carry out the checks indi- the vehicle as little as possible.

  • Page 57: Stopping

    The fall or excessive inclination of the vehicle may cause the fuel to flow out of the tank. The fuel used for internal combustion engines is extremely inflammable and in particular conditions it can become explosive. Do not apply the load of your weight or of the passenger’s weight onto the side STOPPING PARKING...

  • Page 58: Positioning The Vehicle On The Stand

    SUGGESTIONS TO PREVENT THEFT NEVER leave the ignition key inserted and always use the steering lock. Park the vehicle in a safe place, possibly in a garage or a protected place. When possible, use an additional anti-theft device. Make sure that all documents are in order and the road tax has been paid.

  • Page 59: Maintenance

    Before beginning any service opera- Ask your aprilia Official Dealer to test tions or inspection of the vehicle, the vehicle on the road after a repair or pe- switch off the engine and remove the riodic maintenance operation.

  • Page 60: Regular Service Intervals Chart

    7500 km or 15000 km or OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY (1000 km) 12 months 24 months THE aprilia Official Dealer (WHICH Spark plugs (*) CAN BE CARRIED OUT EVEN BY THE Air cleaner USER). Engine oil filter (*) "...
  • Page 61 OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY Every After Every THE aprilia Official Dealer. km or 24 15000 Component running-in 7500 km or (1000 km) 12 months months Rear shock absorber = check and clean, adjust, lubricate or every 10000 km: !

  • Page 62: Identification Data

    The engine number (2) is stamped on the to be requested to an aprilia Official Periodically check the engine oil level, rear part of the engine, near the pinion. Dealer.
  • Page 63 Never exceed the “MAX” mark, nor leave the oil below the “MIN” mark, in order to avoid serious damage to the engine. If necessary, top up the engine oil by proceeding as follows: ◆ Remove the left fairing, see p. 78 (RE- MOVING THE SIDE FAIRINGS).

  • Page 64: The Engine Oil And The Oil Filter

    If necessary, contact your aprilia Offi- ◆ Remove the lower fairing, see p. 78 (RE- cial Dealer. MOVING THE LOWER FAIRING).
  • Page 65 ◆ Put back the cover (6), screw and tighten and let it idle for about one minute, in or- to be requested to an aprilia Official the two screws (5). der to ensure the filling up of the engine oil Dealer.

  • Page 66: Air Cleaner

    Upon reassembly, before positioning the filter case cover (3), make sure that you have not left the cloth or other objects inside the filter case (6). Make sure that the filtering element is positioned correctly, in such a way as to prevent non-filtered air from entering.

  • Page 67: Assembling The Pins For The Rear Support Stand

    CHANGING POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE REAR SUPPORT STAND % Make sure that the vehicle is stable. ◆ Assemble the two pins (7), see p. 67 Do not use filters that have already (ASSEMBLING THE PINS FOR THE REAR SUPPORT STAND %). been used.

  • Page 68: Front Wheel

    The spacer ring (6) remains in its seat operators. a way as to keep the wheel in its position on the wheel; if it comes off, reposition If necessary, contact your aprilia Offi- it correctly (see REASSEMBLY). after loosening it. cial Dealer.
  • Page 69 Official Dealer, in order to avoid ◆ Tighten the two wheel pin clamp screws accidents that may be harmful for you (4) (right side).

  • Page 70: Front Brake Calipers

    After reassembly, pull the brake lever While disassembling and reassembling In this case consult your aprilia Official repeatedly and check the correct func- the wheel, be careful not to damage the Dealer, who will carry out the proper tioning of the braking system.

  • Page 71: Front Brake Calipers

    Remove the front support stand %, see ◆ the outflow of the brake fluid. p. 67 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON In this case consult your aprilia Official THE FRONT SUPPORT STAND %). While disassembling and reassembling Dealer, who will carry out the proper the wheel, be careful not to damage the maintenance operation.

  • Page 72: Rear Wheel

    Check the conditions of the wheel rim operators. wheel, slightly raise the wheel. and change it if it is damaged. If necessary, contact your aprilia Offi- ◆ Withdraw the wheel pin (5) from the left NOTE To remove the rear wheel it is ne- cial Dealer.
  • Page 73 In this case consult your running position (vertical) or in horizontal ble coupling rubber elements in the corres- aprilia Official Dealer, who will carry position with the rear sprocket facing ponding seats on the flexible coupling out the proper maintenance operation.
  • Page 74 Do not introduce your fingers to align aprilia Official Dealer, in order to avoid the appropriate stop pin (17) in the inner the holes. accidents that may be harmful for you part of the rear fork right rod.

  • Page 75: Drive Chain

    Loosen the nut (1) completely. if necessary, see p. 75 (ADJUSTMENT). the chain frequently, see p. 76 (CLEA- NOTE To change the chain, contact an aprilia NING AND LUBRICATION). For the wheel centering fixed re- Official Dealer, who will ensure you...
  • Page 76 Lubricate the chain every 1000 km or whe- never necessary. If the chain rollers are damaged, the ◆ After washing the chain and letting it pins are loose and/or the O rings are da- dry, lubricate it with spray grease for maged or lacking, it is necessary to chains provided with sealing rings, see change the whole chain unit (both...

  • Page 77: Removing The Rider Saddle

    \ Remove the passenger seat (or the REMOVING THE RIDER SADDLE LIFTING THE FUEL TANK glove/tool kit compartment cover %), ◆ Position the vehicle on the stand, see p. Carefully read p. 33 (FUEL) and p. 59 see p. 29 (UNLOCKING/LOCKING THE 58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON (MAINTENANCE).

  • Page 78: Removing The Side Fairings

    REMOVING THE SIDE FAIRINGS REMOVING THE LOWER FAIRING Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE). Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE). Handle the plastic and painted compo- NOTE To remove the lower fairing, it is nents with care to avoid scraping or da- necessary to use the appropriate rear sup- maging them.

  • Page 79: Removing The Side Covers

    REMOVING THE SIDE COVERS REMOVING THE REAR-VIEW MIRRORS ◆ Remove the rider saddle, see p. 77 (RE- ◆ MOVING THE RIDER SADDLE). Position the vehicle on the stand, see p. ◆ Unscrew and remove the two screws (1). 58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND).

  • Page 80: Removing The Front Part Of The Fairing

    REMOVING THE FRONT PART OF The whole unit must be correctly positio- THE FAIRING ned on the support. ◆ Move the front part of the fairing (4) sli- ◆ Position the vehicle on the stand, see p. ghtly forward. 58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON ◆...

  • Page 81: Removing The Side Stand

    NOTE The removal of the safety switch (4) disconnects the electric circuit; to resto- re it, connect the wiring (6) (aprilia part # It is forbidden to disconnect or remove Do not force cables, pipes, connectors 8124943), which is available at any the safety switch (4) separately from the and wires.
  • Page 82 ◆ Withdraw the cable (9) completely. NOTE Store the following components ◆ Put back the fuel tank, see p. 77 (LIF- together: complete stand, screws (11) and TING THE FUEL TANK). washers (12), in order to be able to install ◆...

  • Page 83: Inspecting The Front And Rear Suspensions

    Carry out the following checks after the first REAR SUSPENSIONS 1000 km and successively every 15000 clean, lubricate and change, if neces- sary, the fork oil seals, contact a aprilia Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE). Official Dealer ◆ With pulled front brake lever, press the...
  • Page 84 Test the vehicle repeatedly on the road, (plug excluded) until obtaining the optimal adjustment (*) = clockwise (***) = Have this type of adjustment car- ried out exclusively by an aprilia (**) = anticlockwise Official Dealer use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...
  • Page 85 (*) = clockwise racetracks and then ride it on roads or (**) = anticlockwise motorways. (***) = Have this type of adjustment carried out exclusively by an aprilia Official Dealer use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...

  • Page 86: Steering Damper

    Act on the knob (3) to adjust the hydrau- ◆ Rotate the handlebar completely leftwar- lic braking (see table). desired item to an aprilia Official Dealer. The standard # model, instead, is equip- ped with adjustable steering damper (2). Adjustable steering...

  • Page 87: Rear Suspension

    To calculate the number of clicks of the adjusters (1-2), always start from the most rigid setting (complete clockwise rotation of the adjuster). Do not force the rotation of the adju- sters (1-2) beyond the end of stroke in both directions, in order to avoid any damage.
  • Page 88 The adjustments for the use of the vehicle If necessary, contact an aprilia Official on racetracks must be carried out exclu- Dealer. sively in case of organized races or...

  • Page 89: Checking The Brake Pad Wear

    (1); road. – from below, on the rear part, for the rear brake caliper (2). Have the pads changed by your aprilia Official Dealer. The excessive wear of the friction mate- use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...

  • Page 90: Adjusting The Cold Start Control (A)

    Have the accelerator control cables chec- After the adjustment, make sure that the ◆ ked by an aprilia Official Dealer after the Turn the adjusting knob (1). rotation of the handlebar does not modi- first 1000 km and successively every 7500 fy the engine idling rpm and that the –...

  • Page 91: Spark Plugs

    SPARK PLUGS Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE). Even if only one spark plug needs chan- Carry out all the operations indicated on the NOTE Perform the maintenance opera- ging, always replace all of them. first spark plug and then repeat them on the tions with doubled frequency if the vehicle second spark plug of the same cylinder.
  • Page 92 Do not try to recover the spark plug gap in any way. The gap must be 0.6 – 0.7 mm, othe- rwise it is necessary to change the spark plug. ◆ Make sure that the washer (8) is in good conditions.

  • Page 93: Checking The Side Stand

    (1) down. If the engine does not stop, contact an Carry out the following checks: To check the proper functioning of the aprilia Official Dealer. ◆ Position the vehicle on the appropriate safety switch (3), proceed as follows: rear support stand, see p.

  • Page 94: Battery

    BATTERY NOTE If necessary, proceed as follows: This vehicle is provided with a ◆ maintenance-free battery and no operation Remove the battery, see p. 95 (REMO- Carefully read p. 59 (MAINTENANCE). is necessary, excepting occasional checks VING THE BATTERY). and the recharge when required. ◆...

  • Page 95: Removing The Battery

    ◆ ◆ REMOVING THE BATTERY Unscrew and remove the screw (4) on Put back the rider saddle, see p. 77 (RE- the positive terminal (+). MOVING THE RIDER SADDLE). ◆ Move the positive cable (5) sidewards. NOTE For the installation of the battery, ◆...

  • Page 96: Checking The Electrolyte Level

    RECHARGING THE BATTERY Carefully read p. 94 (BATTERY). Do not remove the battery plugs: without plugs the battery may be dama- ged. ◆ Remove the battery, see p. 95 (REMO- VING THE BATTERY). ◆ Prepare an appropriate battery charger. ◆ Set the charger for the desired type of re- charge (see table).

  • Page 97: Installing The Battery

    ◆ INSTALLING THE BATTERY NOTE Connect the positive terminal (+) by me- The battery (1) must be positio- ans of the screw (4). ned in its compartment with the terminals Carefully read p. 94 (BATTERY). ◆ Connect the negative terminal (–) by me- directed towards the rear part of the vehi- ◆...

  • Page 98: Long Inactivity Of The Battery

    LONG INACTIVITY OF THE BATTERY If the vehicle remains unused for more than twenty days, disconnect the 30A fuses, in order to avoid the deterioration of the battery caused by the current consumption due to the multifunction computer. NOTE The removal of the 30A fuses re- quires the setting to zero of the following functions: digital clock and red line setting.

  • Page 99: Changing The Fuses

    NOTE In this case it is advisable to consult an If you use one of the spare fuses, aprilia Official Dealer. put a new fuse in the proper seat. If an electric component does not work or works irregularly, or if the vehicle fails to start, it is necessary to check the fuses.
  • Page 100 ARRANGEMENT OF THE 15A SECON- ARRANGEMENT OF THE 30A MAIN FU- DARY FUSES A) From voltage regulator to: F) From battery to: ignition. high beam relay, low beam relay. G) From battery to: ignition. B) From voltage regulator to: NOTE One fuse is a spare fuse.

  • Page 101: Adjusting The Vertical Headlight Beam

    ADJUSTING THE VERTICAL To adjust the headlight beam: After the adjustment: HEADLIGHT BEAM ◆ Position the vehicle on the stand, see p. NOTE 58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON To check the direction of the hea- Make sure that the vertical adjustment THE STAND).

  • Page 102: Bulbs

    Before changing a bulb, move the igni- If you need assistance or technical advice, tion switch to position “C” and wait a consult your aprilia Official Dealer, who few minutes, so that the bulb cools can ensure you prompt and accurate servi- Risk of fire.

  • Page 103: Changing The Headlight Bulbs

    CHANGING THE HEADLIGHT To change the bulbs, proceed as fol- BULBS lows: To extract the bulb electric connector, ◆ Position the vehicle on the stand, see p. Carefully read p. 102 (BULBS). do not pull its wires. 58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON The headlight contains: THE STAND).
  • Page 104 ◆ PARKING LIGHT BULB LOW BEAM BULB Release the two ends of the check spring (11) positioned on the bulb socket ◆ Remove the front part of the fairing, see NOTE Extract the connectors one by (12). p. 80 (REMOVING THE FRONT PART one, in such a way as to avoid positioning ◆...

  • Page 105: Changing The Front And Rear Direction Indicator Bulbs

    ◆ Press the bulb (3) slightly and rotate it anticlockwise. ◆ Extract the bulb (3) from its seat. Insert the bulb in the bulb socket, making the two bulb pins coincide with the relevant guides on the socket. ◆ Correctly install a new bulb of the same type.

  • Page 106: Changing The Rear Light Bulb

    ◆ CHANGING THE REAR LIGHT Position the vehicle on the stand, see p. BULB 58 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON Insert the bulb in the bulb socket, THE STAND). Carefully read p. 102 (BULBS). making the two bulb pins coincide with ◆...

  • Page 107: Transport

    TRANSPORT CLEANING NOTE During transport, the vehicle must be kept in vertical position, it must be Clean the vehicle frequently if it used in firmly anchored and the 1st gear must be particular areas or conditions, such as: engaged, in order to avoid any leak of fuel, After the vehicle has been washed, its –...
  • Page 108 To remove dirt and mud from the painted surfaces use a low- pressure water jet, ca- refully wet the dirty parts, remove mud and To clean the lights, use a sponge so- Do not direct high-pressure water or air filth with a soft car sponge impregnated aked with water and a neutral detergent, jets or steam jets on to the following with a lot of water and shampoo (2 –...

  • Page 109: Long Periods Of Inactivity

    ◆ Position the vehicle on the appropriate rear support stand, see p. 67 (POSITIO- NING THE VEHICLE ON THE REAR SUPPORT STAND %). ◆ Cover the vehicle avoiding the use of plastic or waterproof materials. AFTER A PERIOD OF INACTIVITY NOTE Withdraw the plastic bag from the exhaust silencer tailpipe.

  • Page 110: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Max. length ............2070 mm Max. length (with number plate-holder extension) ....2140 mm Max. width.............. 725 mm Max. height (front part of the fairing included) ..1170 mm Seat height............. 820 mm Distance between centres........1415 mm Min.
  • Page 111 GEAR RATIOS Ratio Primary Secondary Final ratio Total ratio 1ª 31/60 = 1: 1,935 15/34 = 1: 2,267 17/42 = 1: 2,471 1:10,839 2ª 19/31 = 1: 1,632 1:7,802 3ª 20/26 = 1: 1,300 1:6,216 4ª 22/24 = 1: 1,091 1:5,216 5ª...
  • Page 112 ▲ = series #; = series " TYRES ✱ ✱✱ = Normal use; = Use on recetracks Pressure kPa (bar) ▲ Recom- Wheel Make Model Type Size Alternative mended Rider and Solo rider Solo rider passenger ▲ Front PIRELLI DRAGON EVO MTR 21 CORSA 120/70–ZR 17"...
  • Page 113 SPARK PLUGS Standard ..............NGK R DCPR9E Spark plug gap............0.6 – 0.7 mm Ω Resistance ............. 5 k ELECTRIC SYSTEM Battery..............12 V – 10 Ah Main fuses.............. 30 A Secondary fuses ........... 15 A Generator (with permanent magnet) ..... 12 V – 400 W BULBS Low beam (halogen) ..........

  • Page 114: Lubricant Chart

    LUBRICANT CHART Engine oil (recommended): EXTRA RAID 4, SAE 15W - 50 or TEC 4T, SAE 15 W - 50. As an alternative to the recommended oil, it is possible to use high-quality oils with characteristics in compliance with or superior to the CCMC G-4, A.P.I.

  • Page 115: Authorised Dealers And Service Centres

    Authorised Dealers and Service Centres THE VALUE OF SERVICE Thanks to ongoing technical updates and product-specific technical training, aprilia Authorised Network engineers are familiar with every detail of this motorcycle and have the special equipment required for correct maintenance and repair.

  • Page 116: Importers

    Importers use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...
  • Page 117 Importers use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...

  • Page 118: Wiring Diagram - Rsv Mille - Rsv Mille R

    WIRING DIAGRAM - RSV mille - RSV mille R use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...
  • Page 119 WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - RSV mille - RSV mille R 1) Electronic unit D - Parking lights, stoplights, horn, 58) Side stand down warning light 2) Cam position sensor dashboard lights, direction indica- 59) Neutral warning light 3) Throttle valve position sensor tors.

  • Page 120: Wiring Diagram - Rsv Mille $ - Rsv Mille R

    WIRING DIAGRAM - RSV mille $ - RSV mille R $ use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...
  • Page 121 WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - RSV mille $ - RSV mille R $ 1) Electronic unit D - Parking lights, stoplights, horn, 58) Side stand down warning light 2) Cam position sensor dashboard lights, direction indica- 59) Neutral warning light 3) Throttle valve position sensor tors.
  • Page 122 NOTE ASK FOR GENUINE SPARE PARTS ONLY use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...
  • Page 123 NOTE ASK FOR GENUINE SPARE PARTS ONLY use and maintenance RSV mille - RSV mille R...
  • Page 124 – Do not dispose of oil, fuel, polluting substances and components in the envi- ronment. – Do not keep the engine running if it isn’t necessary. – Avoid disturbing noises.

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