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APRILIA PART #8104150
Scarabeo 50
Scarabeo 100

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SAFETY WARNINGS AND NOTATIONS
Warning Symbols and Notations
Explains symbols for safety warnings, cautions, and important notes.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Technical Symbols and Model References
Explains symbols for technical operations and model-specific information.
General Advice for Safe Driving
Emphasizes reading the manual for safe driving knowledge.
MANUAL AND VEHICLE INFORMATION
Manual Details and Dealer Contact
Information on the manual's purpose, accuracy, and dealer consultation.
Country-Specific Regulations and Version Indicators
Notes on regulations, spare parts, and vehicle version symbols.
BASIC SAFETY RULES
Legal Requirements and Driving Fitness
Covers legal driving prerequisites and psychophysical condition.
SAFE DRIVING PRACTICES
Road Regulations and Driving Techniques
Emphasizes observing road rules and safe driving maneuvers.
DRIVER RESPONSIBILITY AND VEHICLE CONDITION
Attention, Checks, and Modifications
Focuses on driver attention, regular checks, and avoiding unauthorized modifications.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS AND CLOTHING
Legal Implications of Modifications
Explains legal consequences of vehicle modifications and insurance voidance.
Protective Clothing and Helmet
Stresses the importance of wearing proper protective gear for safety.
ACCESSORIES AND LOAD MANAGEMENT
Accessory Installation and Load Guidelines
Advice on installing accessories and managing vehicle load.
LOAD RESTRICTIONS AND DANGERS
Load Placement and Overloading Warnings
Guidance on proper load placement and consequences of overloading.
ARRANGEMENT OF MAIN ELEMENTS (50)
Component Identification (50)
Lists and identifies key components of the Scarabeo 50 model.
ARRANGEMENT OF MAIN ELEMENTS (50 - Continued)
Additional Component Identification (50)
Continues identification of key components for the Scarabeo 50 model.
ARRANGEMENT OF MAIN ELEMENTS (100)
Component Identification (100)
Lists and identifies key components of the Scarabeo 100 model.
ARRANGEMENT OF MAIN ELEMENTS (100 - Continued)
Additional Component Identification (100)
Continues identification of key components for the Scarabeo 100 model.
CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS, AND INDICATORS
Layout of Controls and Instruments
Diagrams showing the arrangement of controls and instruments for both models.
INSTRUMENT AND INDICATOR TABLE
Indicator Functions Explained
Table detailing the function of each dashboard indicator and warning light.
MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS (50)
Left Handlebar Controls (50)
Details controls on the left side of the handlebar for the Scarabeo 50.
RIGHT HANDLEBAR CONTROLS (50)
Light Switch and Start Button (50)
Explains operation of light switch and start button on the right handlebar for Scarabeo 50.
MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS (100)
Left Handlebar Controls (100)
Details controls on the left side of the handlebar for the Scarabeo 100.
RIGHT HANDLEBAR CONTROLS (100)
Light Switch and Start Button (100)
Explains operation of light switch and start button on the right handlebar for Scarabeo 100.
IGNITION SWITCH AND STEERING LOCK
Steering Lock Operation and Safety
Instructions on locking/unlocking steering and safety warnings.
AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT
Saddle, Glove Compartment, and Anti-Theft Hook
Procedures for saddle, glove compartment, and anti-theft hook usage.
TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES
Tool Kit, Bag Hook, and Helmet Hook
Details on tool kit, bag hook, and crash helmet hook.
MAIN COMPONENTS - FUEL
Fuel Safety and Type Specifications
Safety precautions for fuel and recommended fuel types.
LUBRICANTS AND 2-STROKE OIL
Lubricants and 2-Stroke Oil Details
Information on lubricants and the importance of 2-stroke oil.
TRANSMISSION OIL AND BRAKE FLUID
Transmission Oil Checks and Brake Fluid Recommendations
Procedures for transmission oil checks and brake fluid precautions.
DISC BRAKES
Brake Fluid Level Check Procedure
Step-by-step guide to checking the brake fluid level.
REAR DRUM BRAKE
Rear Drum Brake Adjustment
Instructions on how to adjust the rear drum brake.
TYRES AND INFLATION
Tyre Pressure and Safety Checks
Importance of correct tyre pressure and safety checks.
TYRE REPLACEMENT AND LIGHTING SYSTEM
Tyre Specifications and Automatic Lights
Guidelines for tyre replacement and operation of the automatic lighting system.
EXHAUST SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Catalytic Silencer Safety and Usage
Safety regarding the catalytic silencer and its proper operation.
Noise Control System Regulations
Legal prohibitions against tampering with noise control systems.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Preliminary Checking Operations
Essential checks to perform before operating the vehicle.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Electric Starting Procedure
Step-by-step guide for starting the engine using the electric starter.
KICK START PROCEDURE
Kick Starting the Engine
Instructions on how to start the engine using the kick starter.
ENGINE STARTING ISSUES
Starting Flooded or Stored Engines
Procedures for starting with a flooded engine or after long inactivity.
DEPARTURE AND DRIVING
Pre-Departure Checks and Safe Riding
Steps before departure and safe riding practices.
BRAKING AND DRIVING TECHNIQUES
Braking Techniques and Downhill Driving
Proper braking methods and considerations for downhill driving.
ROAD HAZARDS AND DRIVING PRECAUTIONS
Road Surface Awareness and Indicators
Awareness of road hazards and proper use of indicators.
RUNNING-IN PROCEDURE
Guidelines for the First 500 km
Specific instructions for the initial running-in period of the vehicle.
STOPPING AND PARKING
Stopping and Parking Procedures
Proper techniques for stopping and parking the vehicle.
VEHICLE POSITIONING AND THEFT PREVENTION
Stand Positioning and Theft Prevention
Correct vehicle positioning and measures to prevent theft.
MAINTENANCE FUNDAMENTALS
General Maintenance Safety and Precautions
Safety warnings and general advice before performing maintenance.
REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS (USER)
User Maintenance Schedule
Table detailing service tasks and intervals for user performed maintenance.
REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS (DEALER)
Dealer Maintenance Schedule
Table detailing service tasks and intervals for official dealer performed maintenance.
IDENTIFICATION DATA
Frame and Engine Number Locations
Information on where to find the vehicle's frame and engine numbers.
AIR CLEANER (50) MAINTENANCE
Air Cleaner Removal and Cleaning (50)
Steps to remove and clean the air cleaner assembly for the Scarabeo 50.
AIR CLEANER (100) MAINTENANCE
Air Cleaner Removal and Cleaning (100)
Steps to remove and clean the air cleaner assembly for the Scarabeo 100.
AIR CLEANER CASING AND SPEED VARIATOR MAINTENANCE
Air Cleaner Casing Removal (50)
Instructions for removing the air cleaner casing for Scarabeo 50.
Speed Variator Air Cleaner Maintenance (100)
Instructions for speed variator air cleaner removal and cleaning for Scarabeo 100.
FRONT WHEEL MAINTENANCE
Front Wheel Disassembly Procedure
Step-by-step guide for removing the front wheel.
FRONT WHEEL REASSEMBLY
Front Wheel Reassembly Procedure
Instructions for correctly reassembling the front wheel.
REAR WHEEL MAINTENANCE
Rear Wheel Disassembly Procedure
Step-by-step guide for removing the rear wheel.
REAR BRAKE CAM PIN GREASING
Rear Brake Cam Pin Greasing Procedure
Instructions for greasing the rear brake cam pin.
BRAKE PAD WEAR CHECK
Front Brake Pad Wear Check
How to check the wear of the front brake pads.
REAR BRAKE SHOE WEAR AND SUSPENSION INSPECTION
Rear Brake Shoe Wear Check
Method for checking the wear of the rear brake shoes.
Suspension Inspection Procedure
Guidelines for inspecting suspension components for wear and function.
STEERING AND ENGINE AXIS CHECKS
Steering Slack Check Procedure
Procedure to check for slack in the steering system.
Engine Fulcrum Axis Slack Check
How to check for slack in the engine pin bushings.
REAR BRAKE CALIPER AND REAR-VIEW MIRRORS
Rear Brake Caliper Removal (50)
Steps to remove the rear brake caliper for Scarabeo 50.
Rear-View Mirror Removal
Instructions for removing the rear-view mirrors.
HANDLEBAR AND INSPECTION COVER REMOVAL
Front Handlebar Cover Removal
Steps to remove the front handlebar cover.
Inspection Cover Removal Procedure
How to remove the inspection cover.
EXHAUST SILENCER REMOVAL
Exhaust Silencer Removal Procedure
Steps to remove the exhaust silencer from the vehicle.
FOOTBOARD AND BATTERY BOX REMOVAL
Footboard Removal Procedure
Instructions for removing the footboard.
Battery Box Removal Procedure
Steps to remove the battery box containing the battery.
STAND, SWITCHES, AND IDLING ADJUSTMENT
Stand Operation and Switch Checks
How to check the stand and stoplight switches.
Engine Idling Speed Adjustment
Procedure to adjust the engine's idling speed for optimal performance.
ACCELERATOR CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
Accelerator Control Slack Adjustment
How to adjust the accelerator cable slack for proper throttle response.
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE
Spark Plug Removal, Cleaning, and Gap Check
Steps to remove, clean, and check the spark plug.
BATTERY CARE AND SAFETY
Battery Safety, Handling, and Checks
Important safety precautions, handling, and electrolyte level checks.
BATTERY REMOVAL AND ELECTROLYTE LEVEL CHECK
Battery Removal Procedures
Steps for partial and complete battery removal.
Electrolyte Level Check (50)
Procedure to check the electrolyte level in the battery for Scarabeo 50.
BATTERY RECHARGING AND INSTALLATION
Battery Recharging and Installation Procedures
Steps for safely recharging and installing the vehicle's battery.
FUSE CHECK AND REPLACEMENT
Fuse Check and Replacement Procedure
How to check and replace a blown fuse in the vehicle's electrical system.
HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT AND BULB SAFETY
Vertical Headlight Beam Adjustment
Procedure to adjust the vertical aim of the headlight beam.
Bulb Changing Safety Precautions
Safety warnings and general advice before changing vehicle bulbs.
HEADLIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
Low/High Beam and Parking Bulb Replacement
Steps to replace headlight bulbs for both low/high beam and parking lights.
DIRECTION INDICATOR AND REAR LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
Indicator and Rear Light Bulb Replacement
Instructions for replacing direction indicator and rear light bulbs.
NUMBER PLATE AND DASHBOARD BULB REPLACEMENT
Number Plate Bulb Replacement
How to change the number plate bulb for both models.
Dashboard Bulb Replacement
Instructions for replacing dashboard and warning light bulbs.
LIGHT BULB IDENTIFICATION AND REPLACEMENT
Warning Light Bulb Identification
Table identifying warning lights and their bulb types.
Dashboard Lighting Bulb Replacement
Instructions for replacing dashboard lighting bulbs.
FUEL TANK AND CARBURETTOR DRAINING
Fuel Tank and Carburettor Draining Procedures
Steps to safely drain the fuel tank and empty the carburettor.
VEHICLE CLEANING PROCEDURES
Cleaning Precautions and Methods
General advice and specific methods for cleaning the vehicle.
LONG TERM VEHICLE STORAGE
Vehicle Storage and Post-Storage Checks
Procedures for preparing and checking the vehicle after long periods of inactivity.
TECHNICAL DATA - DIMENSIONS AND ENGINE
Vehicle Dimensions and Engine Specifications
Key dimensions and engine details of the vehicle.
Transmission and Capacity Data
Data on transmission, fuel, oil, and seat capacities.
TECHNICAL DATA - FUEL, FRAME, AND SUSPENSIONS
Fuel Supply, Carburettor, and Frame Details
Specifications for fuel, carburettor, and frame type.
Suspension and Wheel Specifications
Data on suspension stroke, wheels, and tyres.
TECHNICAL DATA - IGNITION AND ELECTRIC SYSTEM
Ignition and Electric System Specifications
Details on ignition type, spark plug, battery, and electrical components.
LUBRICANT CHART
Recommended Lubricants and Fluids
Chart listing recommended oils, greases, and brake fluid.
APRILIA IMPORTERS
Importer List by Country
List of official Aprilia importers across various countries.
APRILIA IMPORTERS (Continued)
Additional Importer Details
Continuation of the list of official Aprilia importers by country.
WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - SCARABEO 50
Scarabeo 50 Wiring Diagram Key
Key to identify components and colors in the Scarabeo 50 wiring diagram.
WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - SCARABEO 100
Scarabeo 100 Wiring Diagram Key
Key to identify components and colors in the Scarabeo 100 wiring diagram.

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