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  • Page 1 APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 1 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM SR 50 8202439...
  • Page 2 MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS given in this manual. If you have any questions about your vehicle, contact your Local aprilia Dealer, as he will have the First edition: January 2005 very latest technical information available from the factory. Reprint:...

  • Page 3: Safety Warnings

    Drink large quantities of clear after handling used oil. water or milk and immediately seek professional medical assistance. Should you KEEP OIL AWAY FROM CHILDREN. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 4 They may be hot enough to cause the coolant to ignite and burn KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTE without a visible flame. AWAY FROM CHILDREN. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 5 USA Inc. your dealer, or aprilia. To contact NHTSA, b) The use of the vehicle after such device or 109 Smoke Hill Lane, Suite 190 you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline...

  • Page 6: Problems That May Affect The Vehicle Emissions

    CAUTION (V.I.N.) (FRAME NUMBER) VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER This product should be checked for Every vehicle produced by aprilia receives Description of the vehicle identification repair or replacement if the vehicle a vehicle identification number (V.I.N.) number (V.I.N.), stamped on the steering...

  • Page 7: Digit Meaning

    3) Type of cycle, line, Engine type, and Engine Net Brake Horse Power. 4) #= Check digit number. 5) Model year. 6) Plant location (N = NOALE-VE- , S = SCORZÉ -VE). 7) Sequential serial number. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 8: Position Of The Warning Adhesive Labels

    APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 8 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM POSITION OF THE WARNING ADHESIVE LABELS use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 9: Warning Adhesive Labels Chart

    TO REMOVE THE PANEL SEE OWNER'S MANUAL Never install accessories or replacement parts not approved by Aprilia as original equipment. This can degrade the handling and safety of your motorcycle, and can cause an upset with subsequent accident and serious injury or even death. The stability and safety of any motorcycle is adversely affected by the addition of any load carrying accessory.
  • Page 10 OIL: TWO STROKE OIL VISCOSITY SAE 40W (SYNTETIC) OR 30W (SEMISYNTHETIC). Aprilia S.p.A. Via G.Galilei 1 aprilia 30033 Noale (VE) ITALY Muffler stamping. ATTENTION! STARTING PROCEDURE Set on brakes and push START button. See owner's manual. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 11: Manufacturer's Emissions System Warranty Coverage

    3 0 , 0 0 0 k i l o m e t e r s ( 1 8 , 6 4 1 m i l e s ) , aprilia will repair your motorcycle at no cost should contact aprilia USA, Inc., 10933 whichever first occurs.
  • Page 12 C a l i f o r n i a CONTROL SYSTEM I. COVERAGE. Warranty defects shall be Administrative Code, may be performed aprilia s.p.a., Via G. Galilei, 1, 30033 remedied during customary business by other than an authorized aprilia Noale (VE) Italy (hereinafter “aprilia”) h o u r s a t a n y a u t h o r i z e d a p r i l i a dealer.

  • Page 13: Limited Liability

    However, C. Any motorcycle on which the odometer IMPLIED BY LAW, INCLUDING ANY aprilia is not liable for these parts. The mileage has been changed so that WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY o w n e r i s r e s p o n s i b l e f o r t h e...

  • Page 14: General Instructions

    Holland South Africa 69 (REMOVING THE RIGHT AND LEFT and are to be supplied to the Local aprilia Switzerland New Zealand INSPECTION COVERS). Dealer as reference data for the purchase...
  • Page 15 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM......12 STARTING............49 WIRING DIAGRAM - SR 50 DITECH ....82 STARTING OFF AND RIDING ......51 WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - SR 50 DITECH ..83 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ......14 RUNNING-IN ............53 CABLE COLOUR..........83 GENERAL INDEX ..........15 STOPPING ............
  • Page 16 APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 16 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - SR 50 PUREJET ..85 CABLE COLOUR ..........85 SCOOTER WIRING DIAGRAM - SR 50 ..... 86 SCOOTER WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - SR 50 ..87 CABLE COLOUR ..........87 AUTHORIZED DEALERS AND SERVICE CENTERS ............

  • Page 17: Safe Riding

    APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 17 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM safe riding...

  • Page 18: Basic Safety Rules

    , b e t h e y i l l i c i t o r prescription. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 19 Non-compliance with these instructions distance and speed of a vehicle, or you may result in serious injuries or even may even not see it at all. death. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 20 Use only the vehicle’s specific fuels and is released. Contact your Local aprilia lubricants indicated in the “LUBRICANT Your aprilia dealer is ready and able to Dealer for repairs. Failure to heed this CHART”; check the oil, fuel and coolant...
  • Page 21 This vehicle was not designed to be angle or color of your license plate. Do not original parts, and use only original aprilia equipped with a sidecar or to be used to cover it with even a clear plastic covering.
  • Page 22 Avoid rapid, harsh an upset and serious injury or even death. application of the brakes. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 23 Many vehicle accidents are caused by an hanging loose; prevent these and other opposing automobile driver making a left objects from interfering with driving by turn without warning in front of the vehicle. getting entangled with moving parts or driving mechanisms. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 24 Remember that loads tend to loosen with doubts with regard to any accessory you riding, so frequently check the security of would like to install or any load you would your load. like to carry, previously consult your Local aprilia Dealer. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 25 When carrying a passenger, remember that your vehicle’s handling is degraded, that the brakes are less efficient, and the center of gravity is higher and further to the rear. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 26: Arrangement Of The Main Elements

    11) Center stand 3) Rear brake fluid reservoir 7) Battery compartment / tool kit cover 12) Left passenger footpeg 4) Mixer oil reservoir cap 8) Fuel tank 13) Side stand 9) Fuel tank filler plug use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 27 C 364 1) Helmet compartment / glove 5) Warning horn 9) Right passenger footpeg compartment 6) Battery 10) Antitheft hook (for the aprilia "Body- 2) Ignition switch/steering lock 7) Fuse carrier Guard" shielded cable 3) Bag hook 8) Spark plug...

  • Page 28: Location Of Instruments/Controls

    2) Electrical controls on the left side of the 6) Front brake lever handlebar 7) Throttle grip 3) Left rear-view mirror 8) Electrical controls on the right side of 4) Instruments and indicators the handlebar use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 29: Instruments And Indicators

    10) Multifunction indicator: odometer (ODO) / trip meter (TRIP) / partial, average, maximum speed / chronometer / battery battery voltage ( voltage / miles to go to next service 11) Red general warning light ( ) 11) Red general warning light ( ) use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 30 (Km) to miles (Mi). While pressing the button, the current unit of measurement is flashing. Should the button be pressed for less than ten seconds, the conversion will not take place. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 31 CHRONOMETER MENU cancelled and a new one is started. If the MODE joystick (2) is pressed after 10 seconds have elapsed since chronometer start, current measure is stopped, stored and a new one is started. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 32 CHRONOMETER - this menu allows you to display and delete the stored values: – Display: enter this menu to display the times recorded using the Chronometer function. Briefly press on the MODE joystick (2) to quit time display mode. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 33: Instruments And Indicators Table

    In case of excessive temperature, the alarm light comes on. In this case, stop the engine and check Coolant temperature indicator coolant level, see page 44 (COOLANT). Exceeding the maximum coolant temperature allowed may lead to CAUTION severe engine damage. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 34 Authorized Dealer. - If the light flashes, DO NOT start the engine and contact an aprilia Authorized Dealer. - If the light stays on, the vehicle is faulty, contact an aprilia Authorized Dealer.
  • Page 35 To indicate the turn to the left, move standstill and you have stopped the the switch to the left; to indicate the engine, set the ignition switch to turn to the right, move the switch to the position “ ”. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 36: Ignition Switch

    Turn the key and steer the handlebar at the same time. ◆ Turn the key (1) counter-clockwise (to the left), then steer the handlebar slowly, until the key (1) reaches position " ". ◆ Extract the key. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 37 Do not load the crash helmet / glove Push on the glove compartment opening WARNING compartment too much. lever (3). Maximum allowed weight: 5.5 lb (2.5 kg). Before leaving, make sure that the seat is properly locked. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 38: Antitheft Hook

    , a s t h i s m a y is advisable to secure it with the aprilia To reach this compartment, proceed as...
  • Page 39 ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available: – large windscreen (1); – luggage rack (2); – Side stand (3); – New Concept additional Top Case. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 40: Main Components

    To refuel, proceed as follows: ◆ Raise seat, page CAUTION (UNLOCKING/LOCKING THE SEAT). M a k e s u r e t h a t t h e p l u g i s w e l l tightened. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 41: Transmission Fluid

    7500 mi (12000 km) or every 2 years. (LUBRICANT CHART). handling engine oil. Have inspection and replacement carried Wear latex gloves during servicing. out by an aprilia Authorized Dealer. The vehicle features a control unit that IE 50 KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. manages an electronic pump ensuring correct oil quantity for engine lubrication;...
  • Page 42 , m a k e s u r e t h a t i t i s doubt about the proper operation of the an aprilia Authorized Dealer that will perfectly clean.

  • Page 43: Disk Brakes

    "MIN" mark. must be cleaned with a high-quality degreaser. CAUTION Have brake fluid changed at an aprilia The brake reservoirs are positioned on the Brake fluid level decreases as the brake Authorized Dealerevery two years. handlebar, near the brake lever couplings.
  • Page 44 Do not ride when coolant is below the minimum level MIN. Check the coolant level every 2000 km (1250 mi) and after long trips; have the coolant changed by an aprilia Authorized Dealer every 2 years. WARNING Coolant is toxic when ingested. Contact When temperature drops below zero with eyes or skin may cause irritation.

  • Page 45: Checking And Topping Up

    (REMOVING THE FRONT COVER). that there is coolant. ◆ for leaks. Contact an aprilia Authorized Make sure that the level of the fluid Dealer for the repair operation. contained in the expansion tank (2) is CAUTION included between the "MIN"...

  • Page 46: Technical Data

    C o n v e r s e l y , underinflation will put more stress on the sidewalls (1) and the tire may slip on the rim or even come off the rim, leading to loss of control. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 47: Catalytic Muffler

    Use unleaded fuel only. Lead will damage muffler heats to very high operating the catalytic converter. temperature. Be very careful and avoid any contact until it has cooled down. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 48: Pre-Ride Checks Chart

    Lights, warning lights, Check the proper functioning of all the devices. general alarm light horn Change the bulbs or fix the fault in case of failure. and electrical devices Injection pump Make sure that it operates correctly. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 49: Electric Starting

    Press the starter button " " (5) without ◆ Make sure that the dimmer switch (1) is accelerating and release it as soon as in position " ". the engine starts. ◆ Set the engine kill switch (2) to position " ". use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 50: Use And Maintenance Sr

    Use your right foot to operate the kick (7) moderately several times. start (6), and release immediately. To start, see page 51 (STARTING OFF ◆ Repeat this operation, if necessary, until AND RIDING). engine starts. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 51 Get on the vehicle, keeping at least one Avoid opening and closing the throttle foot on the ground in order to keep repeatedly and continuously, so that you balance. do not accidentally lose control of the ◆ Adjust the rear-view mirrors. vehicle. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 52 Do not use engine braking or the clutch will reduce your vision; the air wave otherwise the converter may overheat. created by a large vehicle may make you lose control of the vehicle. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 53 Do not keep the throttle twistgrip open for more than half its travel for too long. ◆ 187- 312 mi (300- 500 km) Do not keep the throttle twistgrip open for more than 3/4ths of its travel for too long. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 54 Stop the vehicle, see on the side Never leave the key in the ignition (STOPPING). switch. ◆ Set engine kill switch (1) to " " (where ◆ Lock steering, page fitted). (STEERING LOCK) and extract the key (2). use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 55: Center Stand

    ◆ Lean the vehicle to the side until the If possible, use the appropriate aprilia stand is resting on the ground. "Body-Guard" shielded cable , or an ◆...

  • Page 56: Maintenance

    Keep away from the red-hot parts of the If you need assistance or technical advice, engine and of the exhaust system to avoid contact your aprilia Authorized Dealer for burns. guaranteed accurate, prompt service. Do not put any vehicle parts into your...

  • Page 57: Scheduled Maintenance Chart

    APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 57 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Authorized Dealer (USER MAY PERFORM THESE AS WELL). Component After running-in Every 2500 mi (4000 km) Every 5000 mi (8000 km)
  • Page 58 APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 58 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Authorized Dealer Component After running-in Every 2500 mi (4000 km) Every 5000 mi (8000 km) [312 mi (500 km)] or 12 months or 24 months...

  • Page 59: Identification Data

    Cover (3) can be fitted only in one numbers is illegal and punished by law with position. Tabs (4) are on the sides. fines and imprisonment. In addition, altering the frame number invalidates the Frame no. _________________________ warranty. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 60: Front Wheel Disassembly

    WARNING if necessary. Make sure that the vehicle is stable. NOTE Check odometer fitment (4) and spacer (7) location to be able to refit them in the correct way. use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 61 The fork legs will settle correctly. by an aprilia Authorized Dealerto avoid ◆ Working from the right side of the vehicle ◆ Tighten the two screws (3) on wheel any failure that might seriously injure (direction of travel), fit the shaft (1).

  • Page 62: Rear Wheel

    (4) so to keep the rear brake following parts are not dirty: seriously injure the rider and/or other lever on. – tire; people. ◆ Release and remove the three screws – wheel; – brake disk. (5), collect the washers. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 63: Checking The Brake Pads For Wear

    – From above, on the rear part, for both pads – Front brake pads (1); Inspect the brake pads before each ride. (C). – rear brake pads (2). WARNING Contact an aprilia Authorized Dealer for the replacement. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 64: Removing The Front Cover

    Check the conditions of the rim and brake fluid. have it changed if it is damaged. If it occurs, please contact an aprilia Authorized Dealer for servicing. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 65: Removing The Exhaust Muffler

    27 Nm (2.7 kgm). ◆ Loosen and remove the screw (11) securing the mudguard to the engine. ◆ Raise the mudguard. ◆ Loosen and remove the screw (12) securing the muffler to the engine. ◆ Remove the muffler. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Throttle Control

    B y S C R E W I N G I T ( c l o c k wi s e ) , y o u increase the engine rpm. Before proceeding, make sure that the room in which you are working is By UNSCREWING IT (counter-clockwise), properly ventilated. you decrease the engine rpm. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 67: Spark Plug

    ◆ Change the spark plug if it shows cracks on the insulating material, corroded electrodes or excessive deposits. ◆ Check the electrode gap with a feeler gauge. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 68: Battery

    3 8 ( B A T T E R Y (REMOVING THE BATTERY) and store COMPARTMENT / TOOL KIT) it in a cool, dry place. To avoid the battery from wearing down in winter or while the vehicle is stored away, use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 69: Checking Battery Fluid Level

    "MAX“ mark, because COMPARTMENT / TOOL KIT). ventilated place. Do not inhale the battery fluid expands when the battery gasses produced by the battery under is under charging. charging. ◆ Add distilled water to the correct level. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 70: Arrangement Of Fuses

    ARRANGEMENT OF THE FUSES IE 50 NOTE When you use one of the spare this case, contact an aprilia Authorized 10A fuse (1) - From ignition switch to: fuses, remember to add a new spare fuse Dealer. – Warning horn into the proper seat.

  • Page 71: Vertical Adjustment Of The Headlight Beam

    C O U N T E R - C L O C K W I S E , y o u s e t t h e b e a m DO NOT PULL ON THE WIRES. upwards. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 72: Changing The Front Turn Indicator Bulbs

    CAUTION ◆ Fit a new bulb of equal rating. Proceed with care. Do not damage the tabs and/or their seats. ◆ Remove the cover (2). ◆ Unscrew and remove the two screws (3). use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 73: Changing The Rear Turn Indicator Bulbs

    70 (CHANGING THE complete turn indicator unit (4). slots in the holder. FUSES). ◆ Fit a new bulb of equal rating. ◆ Unscrew and remove the screw (1). use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 74: Changing The Tail Light / Stop Bulbs

    Place the vehicle on the center stand, and carefully, to avoid damaging the lens. see page 55 (PLACING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND). ◆ Unscrew and remove the screw (1). ◆ Using a screwdriver, lever onto locking tab (2). use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 75: Draining The Fuel Tank

    I f n e c e s s a r y , c o n t a c t a n a p r i l i a Fuel vapors are noxious to human Authorized Dealer. health. Before proceeding, make sure that the room in which you are working is properly ventilated. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 76: Checking Operations)

    Do not apply protection waxes to the CHECKING OPERATIONS). seat, or it may become slippery. To remove dirt and mud from painted surfaces, use a low-pressure water jet on dirty areas, remove mud and dirt use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 77: After Storage

    Make a test ride at a moderate speed in BATTERY). a low-traffic area. ◆ Wash and dry the vehicle, see page 61 (CLEANING). ◆ Polish painted surfaces with wax. ◆ Inflate the tires, see page 46 (TIRES). use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 78: Technical Data

    7.93 cu. in (130 cu. cm) IE 50 Transmission fluid 4.58 cu. in (75 cu. cm) IE 361 C 364 Mixer oil (reserve included) 2.18 pt (1.2 ) Mixer oil reserve 0.36 pt (0.2 ) use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 79 - Ø 7.5 in (190 mm) - with hydraulic transmission Wheel rims Type alloy Front 3.50 x 13” Rear 3.50 x 13” Tires Type tubeless Front 130 /60 -13” 53J Rear 130 /60 -13” 53J use and maintenance SR 50...
  • Page 80 12 V - 5/21 W Instrument panel lighting 12 V - LED Warning lights High beam 12 V - LED Turn indicators 12 V - LED Fuel reserve 12 V - LED Injection Check 12 V - LED use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 81: Lubricant Chart

    As an alternative to the recommended product, top brand brake fluid meeting or exceeding SAE J1703, NHTSA 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925 specifications for synthetic brake fluid can be used. WARNING Use only antifreeze and anticorrosive without nitrite, ensuring protection at -35°C at least. (Recommended) engine coolant: ECOBLU -40 °C or COOL. use and maintenance SR 50...

  • Page 82: Wiring Diagram - Sr 50 Ditech

    APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 82 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM WIRING DIAGRAM - SR 50 DITECH IE 50 PASSING DOWN LOCK 9 10 12 13 14 16 17 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 S.

  • Page 83: Wiring Diagram Key - Sr 50 Ditech

    APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 83 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - SR 50 DITECH IE 50 1) Multiple connectors 33) Throttle sensor CABLE COLOUR 2) - 34) Serial connector (diag.) Ar Orange 3) Oil level switch 35) Pressure sensor (or integrated in the...

  • Page 84: Scooter Wiring Diagram - Sr

    APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 84 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM SCOOTER WIRING DIAGRAM - SR 50 PUREJET IE 361 PASSING LOCK DOWN 9 10 12 13 14 16 17 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40...

  • Page 85: Wiring Diagram Key - Sr 50 Purejet

    APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 85 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - SR 50 PUREJET IE 361 1) Multiple connectors 32) Spark plug CABLE COLOUR 2) Low-high beam relay 33) Throttle sensor Ar Orange 3) Oil level switch 34) Serial connector (diag.)

  • Page 86: Scooter Wiring Diagram - Sr 50

    APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 86 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM SCOOTER WIRING DIAGRAM - SR 50 IE 50 MODE LOCK 1 2 3 4 V Bi R 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...

  • Page 87: Scooter Wiring Diagram Key - Sr 50

    APRum_SR50ie##ED04_##US.book Page 87 Friday, February 18, 2005 5:32 PM SCOOTER WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - SR 50 IE 50 1) Multiple connectors 34) Serial connector (diag.) CABLE COLOUR 2) Speed sensor 35) - Ar Orange 3) Fuel level sensor 36) -...

  • Page 88: Authorized Dealers And Service Centers

    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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