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Scarabeo 50
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  • Page 1 use and maintenance DSULOLD Scarabeo 50 part# 8202115...
  • Page 2 This manual is to be considered an integral part of the vehicle, which must be delivered complete with it also in case of resale. aprilia s.p.a. reserves the right to modify its models at any time, without prejudice to the main characteristics here described.

  • Page 3: Removing The Inspection Cover

    In this manual the various versions are indicated by the following contact only aprilia Authorized Outlets and Official Dealers, who symbols: can ensure you reliable and prompt servicing. Thank you for choosing aprilia. We wish you a nice ride. automatic light switching version (Automatic Switch-on Device) catalytic version IMPORTANT:...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SAFE DRIVE ............5 PARKING ............31 BATTERY ............. 51 POSITIONING THE VEHICLE LONG INACTIVITY BASIC SAFETY RULES ......... 6 ON THE STAND..........32 OF THE BATTERY ........51 CLOTHING ............. 9 SUGGESTIONS REMOVING THE BATTERY......52 ACCESSORIES..........10 TO PREVENT THEFT........32 CHECKING LOAD ............

  • Page 5: Safe Drive

    safe drive...
  • Page 6 %$6,& 6$)(7< 58/(6 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- Be sure that you are in good psychophysi-...
  • Page 7 ¡ 150 m STOP 150 m STOP 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, in the correct driving posture.
  • Page 8 If necessary, have the vehicle inspected by an aprilia Official Dealer, who should care- fully check the frame, handlebars, suspen- sions, safety parts and all the devices that you cannot check by yourself.

  • Page 9: Clothing

    ONLY ORIGINALS Never change the position, inclination or Further, said modifications cause the loss colour of: number plate, direction indica- of the insurance cover, since insurance Before starting, always wear a correctly tors, lights and horns. policies expressly prohibit to make techni- fastened crash helmet.

  • Page 10: Accessories

    Avoid installing accessories that cover lights. aprilia recommends the use of horns or lights or that could impair their “aprilia genuine accessories”. functions, limit the suspension stroke and...
  • Page 11 Avoid hanging bulky, heavy and/or danger- Do not carry any bag if it is not tightly se- Do not exceed the maximum load allowed ous objects on the handlebars, mudguards cured to the vehicle. for each side-bag. and forks, because the vehicle might re- Do not carry bags which protrude too much When the vehicle is overloaded, its stability spond more slowly in turns and its ma-...
  • Page 12 1) Horn 7) Transmission oil filling cap 2) Rear brake reservoir 8) Transmission oil drain plug 3) Fuse carrier 9) Centre stand 4) Battery 10) Kick starter 5) Crash helmet hook 11) Air cleaner 6) Saddle lock 12) Inspection cover use and maintenance Scarabeo 50...
  • Page 13 .(< 1) Luggage rack 7) Bag hook 2) 2 stroke oil tank 8) Frame number cover 3) 2 stroke oil tank plug 9) Front brake reservoir 4) Fuel tank plug 10) Fuel tank 5) Ignition switch/steering lock 11) Anti-theft hook 6) Glove compartment use and maintenance Scarabeo 50...
  • Page 14 1) Cold start lever ( ) 1) Fuel level indicator ( ) 2) Green direction indicator warning light ( 2) Horn push button ( 3) Speedometer 3) Direction indicator switch ( 4) Blue high beam warning light ( 4) Rear brake lever 5) Red 2 stroke 5) Rear-view mirror oil reserve warning light (...
  • Page 15 Description Function Direction indicator warning light It blinks when the direction indicators are on. It comes on when the ignition switch is in position “ ” and the start push button “ ” is pressed, thus checking the proper functioning of the bulb. If the light does not come on during the starting, provide for replacing the bulb.
  • Page 16 The electrical parts work only when the ignition switch is in position “ ”. The lighting system works only when the motor is running. 1) DIMMER SWITCH ( ) (not provided in the ver- sion) When the light switch ( ) (right side of the handlebar) is •...
  • Page 17 The electrical parts work only when the ignition switch is in position “ ”. The lighting system works only when the motor is running. 1) LIGHT SWITCH ( • Before using the light switch, make sure that the dimmer switch ( ) (left side of the handle- bar) is in position “...

  • Page 18: Ignition Switch

    Position Function removal The steering It is possible is locked. to remove It is neither the key. possible to Steering start the en- lock gine, nor to switch on the lights. Neither the It is possible engine, nor to remove the lights can the key.
  • Page 19 To open the glove compartment, proceed The anti-theft hook (4) is positioned on the To unlock and lift the saddle: as follows: right side of the vehicle. Insert the key in the saddle lock (1). Introduce the ignition key in the lock (3) To use the anti-theft hook (4), proceed as Turn the key clockwise and raise the and rotate it clockwise.

  • Page 20: Tool Kit

    To reach the tool kit, unlock and raise the Thanks to the crash helmet hook, you no Do not hang excessively bulky saddle, see p. 19 (UNLOCKING/LOCKING longer have to carry the crash helmet with bags or parcels to the hook, as THE SADDLE).
  • Page 21 Further, prevent fuel from flowing out of the fuel filler, as it could catch fire when getting in contact with the red-hot sur- faces of the engine. In case some fuel has accidentally been spilt, make sure that the area has com- pletely dried and before starting the ve- hicle verify that there is no fuel inside the fuel filler neck.
  • Page 22 This operation is indispensable, since For any doubt regarding the perfect the operation of the engine with air in functioning of the braking system and the mixer oil system may cause serious in case you are not able to carry out the damages to the engine itself.

  • Page 23: Disc Brakes

    The brake fluid may flow out of the reservoir. Do not operate the brake lever if the screws (3) are loose or, most important, if the brake fluid tank cover has been removed. Unscrew the two screws (3). Remove the cover (4). Remove the guide cover (5).

  • Page 24: Checking The Shoe Wear

    ADJUSTING THE BRAKE If the adjuster (1) can be screwed up completely, this means that the brake Measure the distance covered by the le- The brakes are the parts that shoes are worn out. ver before the brake starts it braking ac- most ensure your safety and for In this case, see p.

  • Page 25: Tyres

    If, on the contrary, the inflation pressure Change, reparation, maintenance and is too low, the tyre sides are under balancing operations are very important greater stress and the tyre itself may and should be carried out by qualified slip on the rim or it may become loose, technicians with appropriate tools.

  • Page 26: Catalytic Silencer

    The catalytic Scarabeo 50 is fitted with a si- What has been stated above assumes par- lencer with metal catalytic converter of the ticular importance for the cold starting of “platinum-rhodium bivalent” type. the engine: in this case, in order to reach a rpm regime sufficient to enable the This device provides for the oxidation of “priming”...
  • Page 27 Before departure, always carry out a preliminary checking of the Component Check Page vehicle, to make sure that it functions correctly and safely, see the Disc brakes Check the functioning, the fluid level and make sure following table PRELIMINARY CHECK- there are no leaks.

  • Page 28: Starting

    Turn the ignition switch (3) to position If the vehicle is started with cold engine, “ ”. rotate the cold start lever “ ” (6) clock- Exhaust gases contain carbon Lock at least one wheel, by pulling a wise (outwards) (pos. A). monoxide, which is extremely brake lever (4).
  • Page 29 KICK START STARTING AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF INACTIVITY For the kick start, proceed as follows: Position the vehicle on the centre stand. After a long period of inactivity, proceed as Move to the left side of the vehicle. follows: Make sure that the light switch (1) is in Position the vehicle on the centre stand.
  • Page 30 Avoid opening and closing the Pay the utmost attention to any throttle grip repeatedly and con- obstacle or variation of the tinuously, so that you do not ac- ground. cidentally lose control of the vehicle. Uneven roads, rails, manhole covers, If you have to brake, close the throttle indications painted on the road surface, and put on both brakes in order to ob-...

  • Page 31: Running-In

    Remember: 1 mile = 1.6 km 1 km = 0.625 miles After the first 500 kilometres, carry out the checking opera- tions indicated in the column “After running-in” of the REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART, see p. 33, in order to avoid hurting yourself or oth- er people and/or damaging the vehicle.
  • Page 32 Write down your personal data and tele- phone number in the space provided in this page, to facilitate the identification of the NEVER leave the ignition key inserted and Carefully read p. 31 (PARKING). owner in case of finding after theft. always use the steering lock.

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    Nut, bolt, screw tightening If you need assistance or technical advice, Front suspension consult your aprilia Official Dealer, who Fuel pipe can ensure you prompt and accurate serv- Mixer oil pipe icing. After any maintenance operation, Rear brake shoe wear carry out the “Preliminary checking opera-...
  • Page 34 ENGINE NUMBER FRAME NUMBER The engine number is stamped near the The frame number is stamped on the cen- It is a good rule to write down the frame lower support of the rear shock absorber. tral tube of the frame. To be able to read it, and engine numbers in the space provided it is necessary to remove the cover (1).
  • Page 35 REMOVAL CLEANING THE AIR FILTER Position the vehicle on the centre stand. Separate the grid (5) from the support Do not use petrol or inflammable Unscrew and remove the two screws (1). (6). solvents to wash the air cleaner, Unscrew and remove the screw (2) to- Remove the filtering element (7).
  • Page 36 To check the transmission oil level, carry out the following operations every 3000 km or every 6 months: Drive for a few miles until the engine reaches the normal running temperature, then stop it. Position the vehicle on the centre stand. Put a graduated container (1) with at least 120 cm capacity under the drain...
  • Page 37 To ensure the efficiency and long life of the vehicle, it is necessary to change the oil af- ter the first 500 km and successively every 12000 km or every 2 years. Proceed as follows: Drive for a few miles until the engine reaches the normal running temperature, then stop the engine.
  • Page 38 Loosen the screw (1) of the wheel pin Make the front wheel advance until you clamp. can withdraw the disc from the brake cal- DISASSEMBLY iper (4). Driving torque of the wheel pin clamp Without removing the brake caliper, ro- Carefully read p.
  • Page 39 REASSEMBLY Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). While reassembling the wheel, be careful not to damage the brake pipe, the disc and the pads. To reassemble the front wheel, proceed as follows: Position the tang (7) of the odometer control (6) in the appropriate seat in the wheel hub.
  • Page 40 5($5 :+((/ To unscrew the wheel nut (2), it Release the rear brake lever. is necessary to lock the rotation Withdraw the wheel. DISASSEMBLY of the wheel. Remove the rear brake caliper, see p. 44 (REMOVING THE REAR BRAKE CALI- Carefully read p.
  • Page 41 Disassemble the rear wheel, see p. 40 Moderately grease only the cen- (REAR WHEEL). tral part of the pin. Unscrew and remove the adjuster (1). Avoid dirting the cam or the are- Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). as around the pin seat with grease. Do not dirt the shoes and the friction material with grease, to Remember: 1 mile = 1.6 km...

  • Page 42: Removing The Rear Brake Caliper

    To carry out a rapid checking of the wear of the operation or if any part is damaged, the front pads, proceed as follows: contact your aprilia Official Dealer, who Position the vehicle on the centre stand. will provide for changing the brake Remove the brake caliper cover (1).
  • Page 43 If you find that there is a considerable cle, so that the front wheel has direction of travel (see figure). slack, contact your aprilia Official Dealer enough space to move and the If you find any slack, make sure that all to restore the optimal steering condi- vehicle cannot fall down.
  • Page 44 Never pull the rear brake lever after removing the brake caliper, otherwise the caliper pistons Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). may go out of their seats, thus causing Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). the outflow of the brake fluid. Upon disassembly, take care not In this case consult your Official Position the vehicle on the centre stand.
  • Page 45 Repeat the operation described above on the lower part of the handlebar cover. Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). Handle the plastic and painted Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). components with care and avoid Position the vehicle on the centre stand. scraping or damaging them.
  • Page 46 Unscrew and remove the three screws Unscrew and remove the screws (5) and (1). (6). Remove the protection cover (2). Screw (5) and (6) driving torque: Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). Unscrew and remove the two screws (3) 12 Nm (1.2 kgm). and (4) that fasten the exhaust silencer Remove the exhaust silencer.
  • Page 47 Upon reassembly, introduce first the central tangs and then the Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). side tangs. Remove the inspection cover, see p. 45 Remove the inspection cover, see p. 45 Before introducing the three (REMOVING THE INSPECTION COV- (REMOVING THE INSPECTION COV- screws (3), make sure that the...
  • Page 48 Unscrew and remove the screws (1) and (2), taking the relevant washers. Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). Upon reassembly, position the cable guide (3) correctly. Remove the footboard, see p. 47 (RE- MOVING THE FOOTBOARD). Loosen the screw (4) of the air manifold Remove the battery box, see p.
  • Page 49 must be about 1800 100 rpm; in this case the engine does not make the rear wheel rotate. If necessary: Act on the adjusting screw (1) positioned on the carburettor. By SCREWING IT (clockwise), you in- crease the engine rpm. By UNSCREWING IT (anticlockwise), you decrease the engine rpm.

  • Page 50: Use And Maintenance Scarabeo

    Check the spark plug gap with a thick- ness gauge. The gap must be 0,5 0,6 mm; if neces- sary adjust it, carefully bending the earth electrode. Make sure that the washer is in good conditions. With the washer on, screw the spark plug by hand in order not to damage the thread.

  • Page 51: Removing The Battery

    KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). Remember: 1 mile = 1.6 km Never invert the connection of 1 km = 0.625 miles the battery cables. Check the electrolyte level and the tighten- Do not incline the vehicle too much, in ing of the terminals after the first 500 km order to avoid dangerous leaks of the and successively every 4000 km or 8...

  • Page 52: Checking The Electrolyte Level

    Carefully read p. 51 (BATTERY). Carefully read p. 51 (BATTERY). Carefully read p. 51 (BATTERY). Make sure that the ignition switch is in Remove the battery from its compart- position “ ”. Remove the battery from its compart- ment, see p. 52 (REMOVING THE BAT- Remove the inspection cover, see p.
  • Page 53 If an electric component does not work or works irregularly, or if the vehicle fails to start, it is necessary to check the fuse (4): To check the fuse, proceed as follows: Turn the ignition switch to position “ ”, to avoid any accidental short circuit.
  • Page 54 To adjust the headlight beam: Act on the suitable screw (1) by means of a screwdriver. Carefully read p. 33 (MAINTENANCE). To rapidly check the correct direction of the By TURNING IT CLOCKWISE, you set beam, place the vehicle on flat ground, 10 Before changing a bulb, turn the the beam upwards.
  • Page 55 If the bulb socket (6) has gone out of its seat, insert it again cor- Carefully read p. 54 (BULBS). rectly, making the opening of the bulb Carefully read p. 54 (BULBS). socket itself coincide with the seat of The headlight contains a low/high beam the screw.
  • Page 56 DASHBOARD LIGHTING BULBS Extract the bulb sockets one by one, in such a way as to avoid positioning them incorrectly dur- ing the reassembly. Extract the bulb socket of the dashboard part in which there has been a light de- crease: Pos.
  • Page 57 Correctly install a new bulb of the same type. Carefully read p. 54 (BULBS). Upon reassembly, position the Carefully read p. 54 (BULBS). protection screen correctly in its To change them, proceed as follows: seat. To change the bulb, proceed as follows: Unscrew and remove the two screws (1).

  • Page 58: Transport

    Position the vehicle on the centre stand, see p. 32 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND). Stop the engine and wait until it has coo- led down. Prepare a container with capacity excee- ding the fuel quantity present in the tank and put it on the ground on the left side of the vehicle.
  • Page 59 A f t e r t h e v e h i cl e h a s b e e n Do not wash the vehicle under washed, its braking functions the sun, especially during the could be temporarily impaired summer, when the body is still warm, because of the presence of water on the since if the shampoo dries before being...
  • Page 60 Remove the battery, see p. 52 (REMOV- ING THE BATTERY). After a long period of inactivity of the vehi- Uncover and clean the vehicle, see p. 59 Wash and dry the vehicle, see p. 59 cle some precautions are necessary to (CLEANING).
  • Page 61 DIMENSIONS Max. length ............. 1875 mm Max. width ............710 mm Max. height (to the rear-view mirrors) ..... 1240 mm Seat height ............770 mm Distance between centres....... 1245 mm Min. ground clearance........155 mm Weight without driver (ready for starting) ..79 kg ENGINE Type..............
  • Page 62 CAPACITY Fuel (reserve included)........8.5 Fuel reserve............. 1 Transmission oil ..........110 cm Mixer oil (reserve included)......1 Mixer oil reserve ..........0.35 Seats ............... 1 (2 in the countries where this is allowed) Vehicle max. load (driver + luggage) ..........110 kg (driver+passenger+luggage) ......
  • Page 63 FRAME Type..............one-beam, split in two cradles SUSPENSIONS Front..............hydraulically operated telescopic fork Stroke.............. 80 mm Rear ..............hydraulic mono-shock absorber Stroke.............. 68 mm BRAKES Front..............disc brake, Ø220 mm with hydraulic transmission Rear ............drum brake, Ø110 mm, with mechanic transmission Rear ..............
  • Page 64 IGNITION Type ..............CDI Spark advance..........14° 2° before T.D.C. Standard spark plug ........NGK BR7 HS Spark plug gap ..........0.5 0.6 mm Engine idle rpm ..........1800 100 rpm ELECTRIC Battery ............. 12 V - 4 Ah SYSTEM Fuse..............
  • Page 65 Transmission oil (recommended): F.C., SAE 75W - 90. As an alternative to the recommended oil, it is possible to use high-quality oils with characteristics in compliance with or superior to the A.P.I. GL4 specifications. Mixer oil (recommended): GREEN HIT. Use high-quality oils with characteristics in compliance with or superior to the ISO-L-ETC++, A.P.I. TC++ specifications. Fork oil (recommended): F.A.
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  • Page 67 1) Generator 31) Front right direction indicator 2) CDI 32) Front left direction indicator 3) Spark plug 34) Low/high beam bulb 4) H.T. coil 35) Horn 5) Voltage regulator 36) Pick up 6) Battery 37) Fuse 7) Starter 38) Multiple connectors 8) Start relay 39) Number plate light 9) Front stoplight switch...
  • Page 68 ,PSRUWHUV APRILIA MOTO U.K. LTD. DUNRAGIT STRANRAER WIGTOWNSHIRE DG9 8PN SCOTLAND (UK) TEL. (01581) 400660 FAX (01581) 400661 IDEAL MOTOR SPORT PTE LTD. 18, HOWARD ROAD 1336 SINGAPORE (SGP) TEL. 2820082 FAX 2821012 AVIRAM & GOLDMAN IMPORT & MARKETING CO. LTD.
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  • Page 72 – 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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