APRILIA SXV / RXV 450 550 Use And Maintenance Book page 56

SXV / RXV 450 - 550
DANGER
Take care not to spill fuel out of the filler, or it
may ignite when in contact with hot engine
parts. In case fuel has accidentally spilled,
make sure that the area has completely dried,
and before starting the vehicle check that there
is no fuel inside the fuel filler neck. Fuel
expands from heat and when left under direct
sunlight.
Never fill the fuel tank up to the brim. Screw the
plug up carefully after Refueling. Avoid any
contact of the fuel with the skin and the
inhalation of vapors; do not swallow fuel or
pour it from a receptacle into another by means
of a tube.
WARNING
If dirt has accumulated on or around the fuel
filler cap, wipe the cap and the area around the
cap with a clean cloth. Prevent any foreign
material from getting into the fuel tank, as this
could lead to serious engine damage.
Use only unleaded fuel, in conformity with the DIN 51 607
standard, min. O.N. 95 (RON) and 85 (MON)
- TANK CAPACITY (reserve included): 7.5 liters (13.6 pt).
- TANK RESERVE: 2.2 liters (4 pt) (mechanical reserve).
To refuel, proceed as follows:
Unscrew and remove the fuel tank cap (1).
Refuel.
TIRES
This vehicle is provided with tires with tube.
DANGER
Periodically check tire inflation pressure at
ambient temperature, see (TECHNICAL DATA).
If tires are hot, the measurement will not be
correct.
Perform the measurement especially before and
after long rides.
If the inflation pressure is too high, the ground
unevenness can not be dampened and is
transmitted to the handlebar. This affects riding
comfort and
cornering.
WARNING
Measuring pressure must always be carried out
when the tires are cold. When tires are warm,
pressure increases, so checking pressure at
this time will lead to an incorrect reading. If the
tire is overinflated (pressure too high), the
result will be a hard and uncomfortable ride.
Also, roadholding, especially when cornering
and in wet
compromised. If the tire is underinflated
(pressure too low), the tire may slip on the rim
with consequent
roadholding and handling characteristics will
be negatively affected and brake performance
reduced.
reduces roadholding
conditions, will also
loss of control.
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