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- contact an aprilia Official Dealer to have In this manual the various versions are resale. t h e n o n - h o m o l o g a t e d c o m p o n e n t s...
SUMMARY DEPARTURE AND DRIVE........33 CHANGING THE REAR LIGHT BULB ....60 RUNNING-IN ............35 TRANSPORT..........61 SAFETY WARNINGS ........2 STOPPING ............35 DRAINING THE FUEL TANK ....... 61 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ......2 PARKING ............. 35 CLEANING ..........62 POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND..
BASIC SAFETY RULES The use of medicines, 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. p o s s e s s i o n o f a l l t h e r e q u i r e m e n t s NEVER lend the vehicle to beginners and, p r e s c r i b e d b y l a w ( d r i v i n g l i c e n c e ,...
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Rigorously observe all road signs and Avoid obstacles that could damage the WARNING national and local road regulations. vehicle or make you lose control. A l w a y s k e e p b o t h h a n d s o n t h e Avoid abrupt movements that can be Avoid riding in the slipstream created by h a n d l e b a r s a n d b o t h f e e t o n t h e...
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If necessary, have the vehicle inspected by an aprilia Official Dealer, who should carefully check the frame, handlebars, suspensions, safety parts and all the devices that you cannot check by yourself.
ONLY ORIGINALS Never change the position, inclination or Any modification of the vehicle and/or the CLOTHING c o l o u r o f : n u m b e r p l a t e , d i r e c t i o n removal of original components can Before starting, always wear a correctly indicators, lights and horns.
"aprilia the controls and reduce the distance from genuine accessories". the ground and the angle of inclination in turns.
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A v o i d h a n g i n g b u l k y , h e a v y a n d / o r Do not carry any bag if it is not tightly Do not exceed the maximum load allowed dangerous objects on the handlebars, secured to the vehicle.
ARRANGEMENT OF THE INSTRUMENTS/CONTROLS INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS 1) Electrical controls on the left side of the handlebar 1) Fuel level indicator ( 2) Rear brake lever 2) Total kilometres odometer 3) Front brake lever 3) Digital clock 4) Throttle grip 4) Digital clock function and setting push buttons 5) Electrical controls on the right side of the handlebar 5) Speedometer...
If the warning light comes on during the normal operation of the engine, CAUTION this means that the oil pressure in the circuit is insufficient. In this case, immediately stop the engine and contact your aprilia Official Dealer. Total kilometres odometer It indicates the total number of kilometres covered.
MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS CONTROLS ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR NOTE The electrical parts work only when the ignition switch is in position “ ”. 1) HORN PUSH BUTTON ( The horn is activated when the "f" push button is pressed. 2) DIRECTION INDICATOR SWITCH ( To indicate the turn to the left, move the switch to the left;...
CONTROLS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR NOTE The electrical parts work only when the ignition switch is in position “ ”. 1) START PUSH BUTTON ( When the start push button " " is pressed, the starter makes the engine run. For the starting, see p. 31 (STARTING).
◆ Press turn anticlockwise (to the left), then steer the handlebar slowly, until the key (2) reaches position " ". ◆ Extract the key. Position Function Key removal The steering It is possible is locked. to remove the key. It is neither possible to Steering s t a r t...
To replace the clock battery, movement of your feet. and the minutes will be displayed on the contact an aprilia Official Dealer. right. Press the push button (1) to set the The bag hook (3) is positioned on the front desired minutes.
To unlock the saddle, proceed as vehicle. To reach the crash helmet case, To prevent the vehicle from being stolen, it follows: proceed as follows: is advisable to secure it with the aprilia ◆ Position the vehicle on the centre stand. ◆ "Body-Guard" shielded cable (2), Insert the key (5) in the lock.
ADJUSTABLE PASSENGER SEAT TOOL KIT GLOVE COMPARTMENT It is placed under the handlebar, on the inner The passenger seat (3) can be adjusted The tool kit (6) is fixed in the appropriate part of the shield. longitudinally in three different positions: compartment under the saddle;...
MAIN COMPONENTS FUEL WARNING The fuel used for internal combustion engines is extremely inflammable and in particular conditions it can become explosive. It is important to carry out the refuelling and the maintenance operations in a well-ventilated area, with the engine off. Do not smoke while refuelling or near fuel vapours, in any case avoid any contact with naked flames, sparks and any other heat...
(15000 mi). In case any maintenance operation has To check the fluid level and to change the For the oil change, contact an aprilia to be carried out, it is advisable to use fluid, contact an aprilia Official Dealer. Official Dealer.
THE ENVIRONMENT. The brake fluid must be changed every in case you are not able to carry out the two years by an aprilia Official Dealer. usual checking operations, contact your aprilia Official Dealer. use and maintenance Scarabeo 125 - Scarabeo 200...
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If the pads and/or the disc do not need replacing: NOTE ◆ Contact an aprilia Official Dealer, who This vehicle is provided with front CHECKING will provide for topping up. and rear disc brakes, with separate To check the brake fluid level, proceed as hydraulic circuits.
, i n c r e a s e t h e a n t i f r e e z e In case maintenance operations are to concentration (up to maximum 60%). be performed, it is advisable to use latex gloves. Have the coolant changed by an aprilia Official Dealer. use and maintenance Scarabeo 125 - Scarabeo 200...
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(2) is skin or the eyes, it can cause serious Have it repaired by an aprilia Official included between the "MIN" and "MAX" irritations. Dealer.
Use only tyres in the size suggested by not correct. Check the surface and the wear of the aprilia, see p. 64 (TECHNICAL DATA). tyres, since tyres in bad conditions can Carry out the measurement especially Do not install tyres with air tube on rims impair both the grip and the handling of before and after long rides.
For this reason, it is advisable to have or rendered inoperative by any person. the above mentioned operations carried out by an aprilia Official Dealer or by a Check the exhaust silencer and the qualified tyre repairer. silencer pipes, making sure that there are...
If necessary, adjust and/or lubricate it. damage to the vehicle. Do not hesitate to consult your aprilia Wheel/tyres Check the tyre surface, the inflation pressure, wear and tear and any damage.
NOTE ◆ STARTING Move the engine stop switch (2) to To avoid the excessive wear of position " ". the battery, do not keep the starter push- ◆ Turn the key (3) and take the ignition button " "" pressed for more than five WARNING switch to position "...
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NOTE Put a clean cloth on the cylinder, ◆ Press the starter push-button " " (6) for immediately and contact an aprilia near the spark plug seat, in order to protect a few seconds (letting the engine crank) Official Dealer.
DEPARTURE AND DRIVE NOTE Before departure, carefully read the "safe drive" chapter, see p. 5 (SAFE DRIVE). CAUTION If the low fuel warning light " " (8) positioned on the dashboard comes on while the vehicle is running, this means that the electric reserve is operating and there are still 1.6 of fuel available.
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WARNING Before beginning to turn, slow down or brake driving at moderate and constant speed or accelerating slightly; avoid braking at the last moment: it would be very easy to skid. If the brakes are operated continuously on downhill stretches, the friction material may overheat, thus reducing the braking efficiency.
STOPPING WARNING Always use the direction indicators in WARNING time when you intend to change lane or If possible, avoid stopping abruptly, d i r e c t i o n , a v o i d i n g s h a r p a n d slowing down suddenly and braking at dangerous movements.
◆ Stop vehicle, p. 35 SIDE STAND CAUTION (STOPPING). ◆ Grasp the left grip (4) and the passenger Never leave the key in the ignition ◆ Move the engine stop switch (1) to grab rail (5). switch. position " ". ◆...
Keep away from the red-hot parts of the NAME: ............engine and of the exhaust system, in Ask your aprilia Official Dealer to test the order to avoid burns. vehicle on the road after a repair or periodic maintenance operation.
REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official Dealer (WHICH CAN BE CARRIED OUT EVEN BY THE USER). Component After running-in [1000 Every 6000 km (3750 mi) Every 12000 km (7500 km (625 mi)] or 8 months...
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OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official Dealer. Component After running-in [1000 Every 6000 km (3750 Every 12000 km (7500 km (625 mi)] mi)or 8 months mi) or 16 months Idle mixture (CO) Converter rollers and converter plastic guides...
IDENTIFICATION DATA ENGINE NUMBER FRAME NUMBER It is a good rule to write down the frame The frame number is stamped on the The engine number is stamped near the and engine numbers in the space provided frame central tube. To read it, it is lower support of the rear shock absorber.
"MIN" is about 200 cm ◆ The level is correct if the oil reaches approx. the "MAX" mark on the dipstick. CAUTION Never exceed the "MAX" mark, nor leave the oil below the "MIN" mark, in order to avoid serious damage to the engine.
◆ AIR CLEANER REMOVAL Apply a filter oil on the whole surface of the filtering element. ◆ Raise saddle, p. 20 Carefully read p. 37 (MAINTENANCE). ◆ Remove the central fairing, see p. 47 ( U N L O C K I N G / L O C K I N G T H E The air cleaner should be inspected and (REMOVING THE CENTRAL FAIRING) SADDLE).
– rear pads (2). REAR BRAKE CALIPER especially before every trip. – From above, on the rear part, for both WARNING pads (C). Have the pads changed by your aprilia Official Dealer. use and maintenance Scarabeo 125 - Scarabeo 200...
REAR SUSPENSIONS Carefully read p. 37 (MAINTENANCE). CAUTION To have the front suspension fluid changed, contact your aprilia Official Dealer, who will ensure you prompt and accurate servicing. Have the front suspension fluid and fork oil seals checked every 12000 km (7500 mi) or every 2 years.
◆ ADJUSTING THE REAR Slightly unscrew the locking ring nut (2) A D J U S T M E N T T H E R E A R SUSPENSION by means of the appropriate spanner. SUSPENSION SPRING PRELOAD The rear suspension consists of a double- Adjusting Rotation Rotation...
◆ If any slack should be noticed, contact stand, thus observing an incorrect your aprilia Official Dealer, to restore ◆ Place the support under the vehicle and slack. Repeat the previous operation the optimal operating conditions.
REMOVING THE CENTRAL REMOVING THE CENTRAL INSPECTION COVER FAIRING CAUTION Carefully read p. 37 (MAINTENANCE). Carefully read p. 37 (MAINTENANCE). Proceed with care. Do not damage the tabs and/or the relevant seats. Handle ◆ ◆ Position the vehicle on the centre stand. Remove the central inspection cover, the painted and plastic components ◆...
◆ REMOVING THE REAR-VIEW REMOVING THE FRONT COVER Unscrew and remove the rear-view MIRRORS mirror (1) (anticlockwise rotation for the Carefully read p. 37 (MAINTENANCE). left mirror and clockwise rotation for the Carefully read p. 37 (MAINTENANCE). ◆ right mirror). Position the vehicle on the centre stand.
REMOVING THE FRONT REMOVING THE CRASH HELMET Maximum allowed weight: 3 kg INSPECTION COVER CASE Maximum allowed weight on the rack: Carefully read p. 37 (MAINTENANCE). Carefully read p. 37 (MAINTENANCE). 9 kg ◆ ◆ Open the glove compartment, see p. 21 Position the vehicle on the centre stand.
◆ ★ REMOVING THE FRONT FAIRING Remove front fairing front CAUTION protection (5). Carefully read p. 37 (MAINTENANCE). W h e n r e a s s e m b l i n g , i n s e r t i n n e r ◆...
◆ Ride for a few miles until reaching the (3) and check the free travel again. normal running temperature, see p. 15 If necessary, contact your aprilia Official ◆ Refit the protection element (2). (Coolant temperature indicator " "), Dealer.
◆ Energetically blow some air, in order to prevent the removed residues from getting into the engine. If the spark plug has cracks on the insulating material, corroded electrodes or excessive deposits, it must be changed. ◆ Check the spark plug gap with a thickness gauge.
BATTERY During the recharging or the use, make sure that the room is properly ventilated Carefully read p. 37 (MAINTENANCE). and avoid inhaling the gases released Check the electrolyte level and the during the recharging operation. tightening of the terminals after the first KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
EXTRACTING THE BATTERY CASE CHECKING AND CLEANING THE REMOVING THE BATTERY TERMINALS ◆ Extract the battery case, see beside Carefully read p. 53 (BATTERY). ◆ Extract the battery case, see beside (EXTRACTING THE BATTERY CASE) ◆ Make sure that the ignition switch is in ◆...
RECHARGING THE BATTERY ◆ Remove battery, p. 54 (REMOVING THE BATTERY). ◆ Remove the element plugs. ◆ Check the electrolyte level, see beside (CHECKING THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL). ◆ Connect the battery with a battery charger. ◆ A recharge with an amperage equal to 1 / 1 0 t h o f t h e b a t t e r y c a p a c i t y i s recommended.
(REMOVING THE FRONT COVER). the electric system. In this case it is advisable to contact an aprilia Official Dealer. If an electric component does not work or works irregularly, or if the engine fails to start, it is necessary to check the fuses.
If you need assistance or technical advice, and make sure that the beam projected on TURN IT CLOCKWISE, to move the consult your aprilia Official Dealer, who the wall is slightly under the horizontal line beam upwards. can ensure you prompt and accurate...
NOTE BULBS If the bulb socket (5) goes out of its seat, refit it correctly, making the bulb Carefully read p. 37 (MAINTENANCE). socket opening match the screw seat. ◆ Extract the bulb from its seat. WARNING NOTE Insert the bulb in the bulb socket, Risk of fire.
CHANGING THE HEADLIGHT LOW/HIGH BEAM BULB (HALOGEN PARKING LIGHT BULBS BULBS BULB) CAUTION Carefully read p. 58 (BULBS). CAUTION To extract the bulb socket, do not pull The headlight contains: To extract the bulb electric connector, its electric wires. – One low/high beam bulb (1). do not pull its electric wires.
CHANGING THE REAR LIGHT NUMBER PLATE BULB PARKING LIGHT/STOPLIGHT BULB BULB ◆ ◆ Slightly press the bulb (1) and rotate it Withdraw the bulb (2) and replace it with anticlockwise. a new one of the same type. Carefully read p. 58 (BULBS). ◆...
47 (REMOVING THE CENTRAL during refuelling. health. INSPECTION COVER). ◆ Remove the central fairing, see p. 47 If necessary, contact an aprilia Official Before proceeding, make sure that the (REMOVING THE CENTRAL FAIRING) Dealer. room in which you are working is ◆...
CLEANING Do not use polishing pastes on matt WARNING paints. After the vehicle has been washed, its Do not wash the vehicle under the sun, braking functions could be temporarily especially in the summertime, when the impaired because of the presence of body is still warm.
LONG PERIODS OF INACTIVITY oil evenly on the cylinder surfaces. AFTER A PERIOD OF INACTIVITY ◆ Remove the cloth. After a long period of inactivity of the ◆ Uncover and clean the vehicle, see p. 64 ◆ Put back the spark plug. vehicle some precautions are necessary to (TECHNICAL DATA).
TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Max. length........... 2080 mm Max. width ............. 720 mm Max. height (front part of the fairing included) 1330 mm Seat height ........... 800 mm Distance between centres ......1400 mm Min. ground clearance........165 mm Weight ready for starting ......153 kg ENGINE Model...
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TRANSMISSION Converter ............. automatic, stepless Primary ............V-belt Secondary............ gears Total engine/wheel ratio 36.5 - minimum ............ - maximum ........... 10.95 Total engine/wheel ratio 24.69 - minimum ............ - maximum ........... 8.54 CARBURETTOR Model ............WALBRO WVF7 Choke tube ..........equivalent diameter 29 mm FUEL SUPPLY Type .............
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TYRES Type.............. Tubeless Front ............. 110 / 80 - 16" 55 P Rear.............. 130 / 80 - 16" 64 P STANDARD INFLATION PRESSURE Front ............. 180 kPa (1.8 bar) Rear.............. 190 kPa (1.9 bar) INFLATION PRESSURE WITH PASSENGER Front ............. 200 kPa (2.0 bar) Rear..............
LUBRICANT CHART (Recommended) engine oil: SUPERBIKE 4, SAE 5W - 40 or 4T FORMULA RACING, SAE 5W - 40. As an alternative to recommended oils, top brand oils meeting or exceeding CCMC G-4, A.P.I. SG specifications can be used. (Recommended) transmission oil: F.C., SAE 75W - 90 or GEAR SYNTH, SAE 75W - 90.
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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NOTE ASK FOR GENUINE SPARE PARTS ONLY use and maintenance Scarabeo 125 - Scarabeo 200...
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NOTE ASK FOR GENUINE SPARE PARTS ONLY use and maintenance Scarabeo 125 - Scarabeo 200...
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– Do not dispose of oil, fuel, polluting substances and components in the environment. – Do not keep the engine running if it isn’t necessary. – Avoid disturbing noises.