Checking The Stand; Checking The Switches - APRILIA SR 50 - 2003 Manual

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CHECKING THE STAND

Carefully read p. 44 (MAINTENANCE).
WARNING
FOR THE SIDE STAND ONLY
Danger of fall or overturning.
When the vehicle is straightened from the
parking position to the driving position,
the stand goes automatically up.
NOTE
The following information refers to
one stand only, but is valid for both.
The stand (1) must rotate without hindrances.
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Carry out the following checks:
◆ The springs (2) must not be damaged,
worn, rusty or weakened.
◆ The stand must rotate freely, if necessary
grease the joint, see p. 83 (LUBRICANT
CHART)
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CHECKING THE SWITCHES

Carefully read p. 44 (MAINTENANCE).
The vehicle is provided with two switches:
◆ stoplight switch on the rear brake control
lever (3);
◆ stoplight switch on the front brake control
lever (4).
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To reach the switches, proceed as follows:
◆ Remove the lower handlebar cover, see p.
56 (REMOVING THE LOWER HANDLEBAR
COVER).
Periodically carry out the following checks:
◆ Make sure that there are no dirt or mud
deposits on the switch; the pin must be
able to move freely, returning automatically
to its initial position.
◆ Make sure that the cables are connected
correctly.
If you notice irregularities in the operation
or if the help of a qualified technician is
necessary, contact your aprilia Official
Dealer.
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