Clutch - APRILIA RSV MILLE R TUONO - 2002 Manual

CLUTCH

N O T E
P e r f o r m t h e m a i n t e n a n c e
o p e r a t i o n s w i t h h a l f t h e f r e q u e n c y
indicated if the vehicle is used in rainy or
dusty areas, on uneven surfaces or on
racetracks.
Have the clutch checked by your local
aprilia Dealer every 7500 km (4687 mi).
In case of use on racetracks:
have the clutch checked by your local
aprilia Dealer every 3750 km (2343 mi).
NOTE
The engine is provided with an
hydraulic control clutch, aided by the PPC
(Pneumatic Power Clutch) exclusive
p a t e n t e d s y s t e m , w h i c h a v o i d s t h e
bouncing of the rear wheel.
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CHECK
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Position the vehicle on the stand, see p.
82 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON
THE STAND).
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Turn the
rightwards.
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Make sure that the fluid level exceeds
the "MIN" mark.
MIN= minimum level
MAX= maximum level
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If the fluid does not reach the "MIN"
mark, provide for topping up.
TOPPING UP
Carefully read p. 61 (CLUTCH FLUID -
recommendations).
The fluid may flow out. Do not operate
the clutch control lever if the reservoir
plug is loose or has been removed.
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handlebar completely
Avoid any prolonged exposure of the
clutch fluid to the air.
The clutch fluid is hygroscopic and
when in contact with the air it absorbs
its humidity.
Leave the clutch fluid reservoir open
O N L Y f o r t h e t i m e n e c e s s a r y f o r
topping up.
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Unscrew and remove the plug (2).
Do not shake the vehicle, in order not to
spill fluid while topping up.
Do not put additives or other subtances
into the fluid.
If you use a funnel or other similar
items, make sure that they are perfectly
clean.
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Remove the gasket (3).
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Top up the reservoir (1) by adding clutch
fluid, see p. 143 (LUBRICANT CHART),
until reaching the correct level included
between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks.
Do not exceed the "MAX" level while
topping up.
Check the clutch efficiency.
If the stroke of the clutch control lever
is excessive or if the clutch system is
not efficient, contact your local aprilia
Dealer, since it may be necessary to
bleed the system.