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APRILIA WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU
for choosing one of its products. We have compiled this booklet to provide a comprehensive overview of your vehicle's quality features. Please read it
carefully before riding the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. It also describes features, details
and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice. We believe that if you follow our suggestions, you will soon get to know your new vehicle
well and that it will continue to give you satisfactory service for many years to come. This booklet is an integral part of the vehicle and must be handed
over to the new owner in the event of sale.
MOJITO 50 - 125
Ed. 02 2008

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  • Page 1 APRILIA WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU for choosing one of its products. We have compiled this booklet to provide a comprehensive overview of your vehicle's quality features. Please read it carefully before riding the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. It also describes features, details and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice.
  • Page 2 The instructions given in this booklet are intended to provide a clear, simple guide to using your scooter; it also describes routine maintenance procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an Aprilia Dealer or Authorised Workshop. This booklet also contains instructions for simple repairs.
  • Page 3 Personal safety Failure to completely observe these instructions will result in serious risk of personal injury. Safeguarding the environment Sections marked with this symbol indicate the correct use of the vehicle to prevent dam- aging the environment. Vehicle intactness The incomplete or non-observance of these regulations leads to the risk of serious damage to the vehicle and sometimes even the invalidity of the guarantee.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INDEX VEHICLE..................Tyres..................65 Arrangement of the main components........12 Removing the air filter............... 66 Dashboard................15 Checking the brake oil level............67 Key switch................. 19 Braking system fluid top up........... 70 Locking the steering wheel............ 19 Battery..................70 Switch direction indicators............20 Use of a new battery.............

  • Page 7: Vehicle

    MOJITO 50 - 125 Chap. 01 Vehicle...
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  • Page 12: Arrangement Of The Main Components

    Arrangement of the main components (01_04) KEY - 50 MODEL 1. Left rear-view mirror 2. Left inspection cover 3. Central inspection cover 4. Glove compartment 5. Battery 6. Fuse box 7. Passenger handgrip 8. Saddle lock 9. Air filter 10. Kick starter 11.
  • Page 13 22. Brake fluid reservoir (front brake) 23. Horn 24. Right retroreflector 25. Fuel tank 26. Mixer oil reservoir KEY - 125 MODEL 1. Left rear-view mirror 2. Glove compartment 3. Left inspection cover 4. Central inspection cover 5. Left passenger footrest 6.
  • Page 14 17. Fuse box 18. Bag hook 19. Right rear-view mirror 20. Brake fluid reservoir (front brake) 21. Horn 22. Fuel tank 23. Spark plug 24. Right passenger footrest...

  • Page 15: Dashboard

    01_05 Dashboard (01_05) 1. Electrical controls on the left-hand side of the handlebars 2. Rear brake lever 3. Instruments and gauges 4. Throttle grip 5. Front brake lever...
  • Page 16 6. Start-up control on the right-hand side of the handlebar 7. Ignition switch / steering lock (ON-OFF-LOCK) 8. Speedometer 8. Speedometer - only km/h (AUS). 9. Odometer 10. Green low-beam warning light 11. Blue high-beam warning light 12. Fuel gauge 13.
  • Page 17 Turns on every time the ignition switch is set to «ON». High-beam warning light «11» Turns on when the front headlamp is set to high-beam. Fuel gauge «12» Shows the approximate fuel level in the tank. Turn indicator warning light «13» Flashes when in right or left turning mode.
  • Page 18 IF THE WARNING LIGHT TURNS ON WHILE THE ENGINE IS WORKING PROP- ERLY, THIS MEANS THAT THE OIL PRESSURE IN THE CIRCUIT IS NOT ENOUGH. IF THIS OCCURS, STOP THE ENGINE AT ONCE AND CONTACT AN aprilia Official Dealer. 01_06...

  • Page 19: Key Switch

    Key switch (01_06) SWITCH POSITIONS ON «A»: The engine and lights can be set to work. The key cannot be extracted. OFF «B»: The engine and lights cannot be set to work. The key can be extracted . LOCK «C»: The steering is locked. It is not possible to start the engine or switch on the lights.

  • Page 20: Switch Direction Indicators

    To lock the steering: • Turn the handlebar fully leftwards. • Turn the key «2» to «OFF» • Press and turn the key to set it to « LOCK». • Take out the key. 01_08 Switch direction indicators (01_09) Move the switch «3» to the left, to indicate a left turn; move the switch «3» to the right, to indicate a right turn.

  • Page 21: Horn Button

    Horn button (01_10) To action the horn, press button «1». NOTE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUNCTION ONLY WHEN THE IGNITION KEY IS SET TO "ON" 01_10 Light switch (01_11) NOTE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUNCTION ONLY WHEN THE IGNITION KEY IS SET TO "ON" NOTE THE LIGHTING SYSTEM WORKS ONLY WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING.

  • Page 22: Start-Up Button

    When the switch «2» is set to «A», the following are always activated: tail lights, in- strument panel lights and low-beam light. If it is set to «B», the high-beam light is activated. If the light switch «2» is pressed when set to «C», the high-beam light flashes. 01_11 Start-up button (01_12) By pressing the starter button «2»...

  • Page 23: Opening The Saddle

    It acts as an engine cut-off or emergency stop switch. With the switch «1» in «B» RUN, it is possible to start the engine; pressing the switch when set to «A» OFF will stop the engine. NOTE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUNCTION ONLY WHEN THE IGNITION KEY IS SET TO "ON"...

  • Page 24: Lifting The Helmet Bay

    • To lock the saddle, lower and press it (without forcing it) to trip the lock. CAUTION BEFORE SETTING OFF, MAKE SURE THAT THE SADDLE IS CORRECTLY LOCKED INTO POSITION. Lifting the Helmet Bay (01_15) Thanks to the helmet compartment/ glove-box it is not necessary to carry the helmet with you after parking your vehicle.

  • Page 25: Identification

    Identification (01_16, 01_17, 01_18) Write down the chassis and engine numbers in the specific space of this manual. The chassis number can be used to order spare parts. NOTE ALTERING IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS CAN BE SERIOUSLY PUNISHED BY LAW, PARTICULARLY MODIFYING THE CHASSIS NUMBER WILL IMMEDIATE- LY INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.

  • Page 26: Rear Top Box Opening

    01_18 Rear top box opening (01_19) Located below the handlebar, in the internal shield. To reach it: • Insert the key in the lock «3». • Turn the key clockwise, pull it and open the cover «4». NOTE BEFORE LOCKING THE COVER, MAKE SURE THAT THE KEY HAS NOT BEEN LEFT INSIDE THE GLOVE-BOX.

  • Page 27: Bag Clip

    Bag clip (01_20) CAUTION DO NOT HANG BULKY BAGS OR PACKAGES ON THE HOOK TO AVOID OB- STRUCTING VEHICLE HANDLING AND FEET MOVEMENT. The bag hook «2» is under the saddle in the front part. Characteristic Maximum allowed weight 1.5 kg 01_20...

  • Page 29: Use

    MOJITO 50 - 125 Chap. 02...

  • Page 30: Checks

    THE VEHICLE, FOR CORRECT AND SAFE OPERATION. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR VEHICLE DAMAGE. DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT AN Official aprilia Dealer IF YOU DO NOT UN- DERSTAND HOW SOME CONTROLS WORK OR IF A MALFUNCTION IS DETEC- TED OR SUSPECTED.
  • Page 31 Wheels/ tyres Check that tyres are in good conditions. Check inflation pressure, tyre wear and potential damage. Brake levers Check they function smoothly. Lubricate the joints and adjust the travel if necessary. Steering Check that the rotation is uniform, smooth and there are no signs of clearance or slackness.

  • Page 32: Refuelling

    Refuelling (02_01, 02_02, 02_03) CAUTION FUEL USED TO DRIVE EXPLOSION ENGINES IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE AND CAN BECOME EXPLOSIVE UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS. CARRY OUT REFILLING AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES IN A WELL-VEN- TILATED PLACE AND WITH THE ENGINE OFF. DO NOT SMOKE WHILE REFUELLING OR WHEN CLOSE TO FUEL VAPOURS, AVOID CONTACT WITH NAKED FLAMES, SPARKS OR ANY OTHER SOURCE THAT MAY CAUSE FUEL TO CATCH FIRE OR EXPLODE.
  • Page 33 CAUTION KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN Use only premium unleaded petrol with minimum octane rating of 95 (NORM) and 85 (NOMM). To refuel: • Lift the saddle. • Unscrew and remove fuel tank cap «1». • Carry out the refuelling. Characteristic FUEL TANK CAPACITY (including reserve): 7.5 l (MC50);...
  • Page 34 • Refit the cap «1». NOTE AFTER REFUELLING, REFIT THE FUEL TANK CAP «1» ADEQUATELY. 02_01 02_02 MIXER OIL (MC50) Top-up the mixer oil reservoir following the instructions in the scheduled maintenance table. The vehicle is equipped with an independent mixer that controls the fuel-oil mix to lubricate the engine.
  • Page 35 DAMAGE THE ENGINE. IN CASE THERE IS NO MORE OIL IN THE MIXER RESERVOIR OR THE MIXER OIL PIPE HAS BEEN REMOVED, CONTACT AN Official aprilia Dealer TO HAVE THE SYSTEM PURGED. THIS OPERATION IS ESSENTIAL AS THE ENGINE CAN BE SERIOUSLY DAM- AGED IF IT RUNS WITH AIR IN THE MIXER OIL CIRCUIT.

  • Page 36: Shock Absorber Adjustment

    Check that all components are tightened and that the front and rear suspension joints work properly according to the instructions in the scheduled maintenance table. CAUTION IN CASE OF FAILURE OR WHEN THE INTERVENTION OF SPECIALISED PER- SONNEL IS REQUIRED, TAKE YOUR SCOOTER TO AN Official aprilia Dealer.

  • Page 37: Running In

    Running in (02_04) CAUTION AFTER THE FIRST 1000 KM (625 MILES) IN OPERATION, PERFORM THE CHECKS INDICATED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART TO AVOID INJURING YOURSELF, OTHERS AND/OR DAMAGING THE VEHICLE. Engine run-in is essential to ensure engine long life and correct operation. If possible, ride on roads with lots of bends and/or slopes to test that the engine, suspensions and brakes perform efficiently.

  • Page 38: Starting Up The Engine

    Starting up the engine (02_05, 02_06, 02_07, 02_08, 02_09, 02_10, 02_11, 02_12, 02_13) CAUTION EXHAUST FUMES CONTAIN CARBON MONOXIDE, AN EXTREMELY HARMFUL SUBSTANCE IF INHALED. NEVER START THE ENGINE IN CLOSED OR NOT WELL-VENTILATED ROOMS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING COULD LEAD TO UNCONSCIOUSNESS AND EVEN DEATH CAUSED BY SUFFOCATION.
  • Page 39 NOTE IF THE MOTORCYCLE IS NOT USED FOR A LONG TIME, FOLLOW THE PRO- CEDURE FOR STARTING THE ENGINE AFTER PROLONGED INACTIVITY. NOTE TO AVOID EXCESSIVE BATTERY CONSUMPTION, DO NOT HOLD DOWN THE STARTER BUTTON FOR MORE THAN FIVE SECONDS (TEN WHEN STARTING UP AFTER PROLONGED INACTIVITY).
  • Page 40 WHILE THE ENGINE IS WORKING PROPERLY, THIS MEANS THAT THE OIL PRESSURE IN THE CIRCUIT IS NOT ENOUGH. IF THIS OCCURS, STOP THE ENGINE AT ONCE AND CONTACT AN OFFICIAL APRILIA DEALER. NEVER USE THE VEHICLE WITH LOW ENGINE OIL SO AS TO AVOID DAMAGING ENGINE PARTS.
  • Page 41 CAUTION DO NOT KICK THE KICK-STARTER PEDAL WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. 02_08 02_09 SETTING OFF AND RIDING CAUTION IF THE LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL TURNS ON WHILE RIDING, THIS MEANS THE RESERVE IS BEING USED. REFUEL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
  • Page 42 CAUTION REFERENCES TO RIDING WITH PASSENGER ARE INTENDED ONLY FOR COUNTRIES WHERE THIS IS PERMITTED. (MC50) CAUTION WHEN RIDING WITHOUT PASSENGERS, MAKE SURE THE PASSENGER FOOTRESTS ARE FOLDED. WHILE RIDING, KEEP YOUR HANDS FIRMLY ON THE HANDGRIPS AND YOUR FEET ON THE FOOTRESTS. NEVER RIDE THE VEHICLE IN ANY OTHER POSITION.
  • Page 43 CAUTION WITH THE VEHICLE AT A STANDSTILL, PRACTICE USING THE REAR-VIEW MIRRORS. 02_11 • To set off, release the brake lever and accelerate, gradually twisting the throttle grip (Pos. B); the vehicle will start moving forward. 02_12 02_13...
  • Page 44 CAUTION NEVER ACCELERATE AND DECELERATE REPEATEDLY AND CONTINUOUSLY AS YOU MAY INADVERTENTLY LOSE CONTROL OF YOUR VEHICLE. CAUTION IF YOU HAVE TO BRAKE, OPERATE BOTH BRAKES TO OBTAIN A UNIFORM BRAKING, CAREFULLY APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKING SYSTEM PARTS IN AN ADEQUATE MANNER. OPERATING ONLY EITHER THE FRONT OR THE REAR BRAKE SIGNIFICANTLY DECREASES THE BRAKING POWER AND A WHEEL MAY GET BLOCKED RE- SULTING IN LACK OF GRIP.
  • Page 45 CAUTION WHEN RIDING ON WET SURFACES OR WITH POOR GRIP (SNOW, ICE, MUD, ETC.) RIDE AT A MODERATE SPEED AVOIDING SUDDEN BRAKING OR MA- NOEUVRING THAT MAY LEAD TO LACK OF GRIP AND CONSEQUENTLY TO FALLS. PAY ATTENTION TO OBSTACLES ON OR VARIATIONS IN THE ROAD SUR- FACE.

  • Page 46: Difficult Start Up

    CAUTION IF THE LOW OIL MIXER WARNING LIGHT TURNS ON WHILE THE ENGINE IS WORKING PROPERLY, THIS MEANS THAT THE OIL RESERVE IS BEING USED; IF THIS OCCURS, TOP-UP THE MIXER OIL. (MC50) Difficult start up (02_14) FLOODED ENGINE The engine may get flooded if the start-up procedure is not properly carried out or there is excess fuel in the inlet ducts.
  • Page 47 NOTE BEFORE SETTING OFF, LET THE ENGINE RUN WITH NO GEAR ENGAGED AND AT LOW REVS FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS. If the engine does not start. Wait a few seconds and repeat the ''cold start'' procedure. • If necessary, remove the spark plug and check it is not wet. •...

  • Page 48: Stopping The Engine

    Stopping the engine (02_15, 02_16, 02_17) CAUTION WHENEVER POSSIBLE, AVOID ROUGH BRAKING, SUDDEN DECELERATION AND BRAKING IN EXCESS. • Release the handle grip (Pos. A) and gradually operate the brakes to stop the vehicle. • While at a temporary halt, keep at least one brake operated. . 02_15 PARKING CAUTION...

  • Page 49: Catalytic Silencer

    • Stop the vehicle. • Turn the engine stop switch «1» «OFF». CAUTION WITH ENGINE OFF AND THE IGNITION SWITCH SET TO «ON» THE BATTERY MAY GET DISCHARGED. 02_16 • Turn the key «2» and set the ignition switch «3» to «OFF» . •...
  • Page 50 CAUTION DO NOT PARK CATALYTIC VEHICLES NEAR DRY BRUSHWOOD OR IN PLACES EASILY ACCESSIBLE BY CHILDREN BECAUSE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER REACHES HIGH TEMPERATURES DURING THE RIDE; FOR THIS REASON, UT- MOST ATTENTION AND DO NOT TOUCH IT UNTIL IT HAS COMPLETELY COOLED DOWN.

  • Page 51: Stand

    Check the muffler/exhaust silencer and the silencer pipes, make sure there are no signs of rust or holes and that the exhaust system works properly. If exhaust noise increases, take your vehicle to an Official aprilia Dealer at once. Stand (02_18, 02_19)

  • Page 52: Suggestions To Prevent Theft

    NEVER leave the ignition key in the lock and always use the steering lock. Park the scooter in a safe place such as a garage or a place with guards. Whenever possible, use the aprilia "Bodyguard" armoured cable or an additional an- titheft device.

  • Page 53: Safe Driving

    LAST NAME: ........NAME: ......... ADDRESS: ........TELEPHONE No: ......CAUTION DO NOT USE DISC LOCKING DEVICES. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING MAY CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE BRAKING SYSTEM AND ACCIDENTS RESULTING IN PHYSICAL INJURIES OR EVEN DEATH. NOTE IN MANY CASES, STOLEN VEHICLES CAN BE IDENTIFIED THROUGH DATA INDICATED IN THE USE AND MAINTENANCE BOOKLET.
  • Page 54 NEVER lend the vehicle to beginners and always make sure that the rider complies with all necessary requirements for a safe riding. Strictly obey all national and local traffic signs and rules. Avoid any abrupt and dangerous swerves for your own as well as others' safety (for example: rearing up on the back wheel, riding over the speed limit, etc.).
  • Page 55 If necessary, take the motorcycle to an Official Aprilia Dealer to check especially the frame, handlebar, suspensions, safety components and any device the user cannot assess without the aid of a specialist. Report any malfunction to the engineers and/or mechanics in order to facilitate their work.
  • Page 56 Do not add or modify electrical equipment that exceed the vehicle capacity as this may result in a sudden stop or a dangerous lack of power required to keep the sound and light alarm devices operative. Aprilia advises using original accessories (Aprilia genuine accessories).
  • Page 57 LOADING Do not overload your scooter. Keep packages as close as possible to the motorcycle centre of gravity and distribute load evenly on both sides to minimise imbalance. Check also that the load is firm and secured to the scooter, mainly for long trips. Do not hang anything from your vehicle's handlebars, mudguards or forks, such as protruding, bulky, heavy and/or dangerous objects: this will slow the vehicle perform- ance when turning and will upset the handling of your vehicle.

  • Page 59: Maintenance

    MOJITO 50 - 125 Chap. 03 Maintenance...

  • Page 60: Engine Oil Level

    Engine oil level In 4T engines, the engine oil is used to lubricate the distribution elements, the main bearings and the thermal group. CAUTION OPERATING THE SCOOTER WITH INSUFFICIENT OIL CAN DAMAGE THE EN- GINE. In all 4T engines, a loss of efficiency in oil performance and some oil consumption should be considered normal.

  • Page 61: Engine Oil Level Check

    03_01 Engine oil level check (03_01) • Check the oil level as indicated in the maintenance tables. • Park the vehicle on its centre stand. NOTE EVERY TIME THE SCOOTER IS USED, CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD. •...

  • Page 62: Engine Oil Top-Up

    WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE IRRETRIEVABLE DAMAGE. Engine oil change TO CHANGE THE ENGINE OIL, PLEASE CONTACT AN Official aprilia Dealer. IF YOU ARE ADEQUATELY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED, REFER TO THE IN- STRUCTIONS IN THIS WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY...

  • Page 63: Hub Oil Level

    DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER WITH INSUFFICIENT OIL OR WITH CONTAMINA- TED OR DIRTY LUBRICANTS AS THIS ACCELERATES THE WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE IRRETRIEVABLE DAMAGE. TAKE YOUR SCOOTER TO AN Official aprilia Dealer TO HAVE THE OIL CHECKED AND CHANGED. Recommended products...
  • Page 64 API GL4, GL5 GEARBOX OIL CHANGE Replace the gearbox oil as indicated in the scheduled maintenance tables. Take your scooter to an Official aprilia Dealer to have the oil controlled and changed. 03_02 03_03...

  • Page 65: Tyres

    03_04 Tyres (03_05, 03_06) This vehicle is fitted with tyres without inner tubes (Tubeless). CAUTION FREQUENTLY CHECK TYRE PRESSURE WITH TYRES AT AMBIENT TEMPER- ATURE. 03_05 THE MEASUREMENT MAY BE INCORRECT IF TYRES ARE WARM. CHECK TYRE PRESSURE MAINLY BEFORE AND AFTER A LONG JOURNEY.AN OVER- INFLATED TYRE WILL PROVIDE A HARSH RIDE AS SURFACE UNEVENNESS IS NOT CUSHIONED AND IS SENT TO THE HANDLEBAR, THUS REDUCING GRIP AND STABILITY SPECIALLY WHEN CORNERING.

  • Page 66: Removing The Air Filter

    THE SPECIFIC TOOLS AND WITH THE ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE. IT IS THERE- FORE ESSENTIAL TO HAVE YOUR TYRES AND WHEELS SERVICED AT AN Official aprilia Dealer OR A SPECIALISED TYRE WORKSHOP. NEW TYRES CAN BE COVERED BY A SLIPPERY COAT: RIDE WITH CAUTION DURING THE FIRST KILOMETRES.

  • Page 67: Checking The Brake Oil Level

    UNEXPECTED CLEARANCE VARIATIONS OR ELASTIC RESISTANCE IN THE BRAKE LEVER ARE DUE TO FAILURE IN THE HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT. CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer IN CASE OF DOUBTS ON THE CORRECT OPERATION OF THE BRAKING SYSTEM OR WHEN UNABLE TO CARRY OUT ROUTINE CHECK PROCEDURES.
  • Page 68 BRAKE FLUID SHOULD BE CHANGED EVERY TWO YEARS AT AN Official Apri- lia Dealer. DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer IN CASE OF DOUBTS ON THE CORRECT OPERATION OF THE BRAKING SYSTEM AND WHEN THE ORDINARY CHECKS CAN NOT BE CARRIED OUT.
  • Page 69 • Check brake pads for wear. If pads and/or the disc need not to be replaced: • Take your vehicle to an Official aprilia Dealer to carry out the top-up. CAUTION CHECK BRAKING EFFICIENCY. 03_07 IN CASE OF EXCESSIVE TRAVEL OF THE BRAKE LEVER OR POOR PERFORM- ANCE OF THE BRAKING CIRCUIT, TAKE YOUR SCOOTER TO AN Official aprilia Dealer AS IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO PURGE AIR FROM THE CIRCUIT.

  • Page 70: Braking System Fluid Top Up

    Braking system fluid top up CAUTION TO HAVE THE BRAKING SYSTEM FLUID TOPPED-UP, PLEASE CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer. IF YOU ARE SUITABLY AND EXPERIENCED, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE WORKSHOP BOOKLET, WHICH IS AVAILABLE FROM ANY DEALER. Battery (03_08, 03_09, 03_10, 03_11, 03_12, 03_13) CAUTION DO NOT INVERT THE CONNEXIONS OF THE BATTERY LEADS.
  • Page 71 CAUTION THE BATTERY ELECTROLYTE IS TOXIC, CORROSIVE AND AS IT CONTAINS SULPHURIC ACID, IT CAN CAUSE BURNS WHEN IN CONTACT WITH THE SKIN. WEAR PROTECTION CLOTHES, A FACE MASK AND/OR SAFETY GOGGLES WHEN CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS. IF THE ELECTROLYTIC FLUID GETS INTO CONTACT WITH THE SKIN, WASH WITH ABUNDANT COOL WATER.
  • Page 72 NOT NEED ANY INTERVENTION, EXCEPT FOR SPORADIC CHECKS AND RE- CHARGE. NOTE IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR TECHNICAL ADVICE, CONSULT AN Official aprilia Dealer WHO WILL PROVIDE AN ACCURATE AND PROMPT SERVICE. BATTERY REMOVAL (MC50) • Unscrew and remove the screw «1».
  • Page 73 • Remove the battery cover «5» off the vehicle. CAUTION PROCEED WITH CAUTION. DO NOT DAMAGE THE TABS AND/OR THEIR CORRESPONDING SLOTS. • Grasp the battery «6» and slide it off its housing from behind. CAUTION THE BATTERY IS CONNECTED TO THE ELECTRIC WIRES. DO NOT FORCE THE WIRES WHEN REMOVING THE BATTERY.
  • Page 74 CAUTION PARK THE MOTORCYCLE ON SAFE AND LEVEL GROUND. • Rest the vehicle on its centre stand. • Make sure the ignition switch is set to «OFF» • Lift the saddle. • Undo and remove the screw «1». • Remove the battery cover «2». NOTE UPON REFITTING, INSERT THE TAB «3»...
  • Page 75 • Refit the battery (MC125). 03_09 03_10 03_11...
  • Page 76 03_12 03_13 BATTERY RECHARGE (MC50) Model • Remove the battery from its housing. • Unscrew and remove the cell caps. • Check the battery electrolyte level. • Once the battery is recharged, control the electrolyte level and top up with distilled water if necessary.

  • Page 77: Use Of A New Battery

    CAUTION REFIT THE BATTERY ONLY 5-10 MINUTES AFTER DISCONNECTING THE CHARGER AS THE BATTERY KEEPS PRODUCING GAS FOR A SHORT TIME. Use of a new battery (03_14) (MC50) MODEL • Remove the battery cover «2». • Place the battery in its housing. •...

  • Page 78: Checking The Electrolyte Level

    • Place the battery in its housing. • Fit the battery cover «5» to the vehicle. CAUTION PROCEED WITH CAUTION. DO NOT DAMAGE THE TAB AND/OR ITS SLOTS. NOTE UPON REFITTING, INSERT THE FITTING TABS CORRECTLY IN THEIR SLOTS. • Tighten the screws «4»...

  • Page 79: Long Periods Of Inactivity

    CAUTION USE ONLY DISTILLED WATER TO TOP-UP ELECTROLYTE FLUID. DO NOT EX- CEED THE «MAX» MARK SINCE THE LEVEL INCREASES DURING RECHARGE. • Restore the fluid level by adding distilled water only. CAUTION AFTER TOPPING-UP, REFIT THE CELL CAPS ADEQUATELY. •...

  • Page 80: Lamps

    In winter or when the vehicle remains stopped, check the charge frequently (about once a month) to avoid deterioration. • Fully recharge with an ordinary charge. If the battery is still on the vehicle, disconnect the cables from the terminals (M50, MC50).
  • Page 81 BULBS AND WARNING LIGHTS (MC50) Low-/high-beam light bulb 12V - 35/35W Front tail light bulb 12V - 5W Turn indicator bulb 12V - 10W Rear tail light /rear stop light/ 12 V - 5 / 21 W license plate light bulb Instrument panel lighting bulbs 12V - 1.2W Tail lights and low-beam light...

  • Page 82: Front Light Group

    Tail lights and low-beam light 12V - 1.2W warning light High-beam warning light 12V - 1.2W Turn indicator warning light 12V - 2W Engine oil pressure warning light 12V - 2W Low fuel warning light 12V - 2W Front light group (03_16, 03_17, 03_18, 03_19) In the front headlight there are: •...
  • Page 83 CAUTION PROCEED WITH CAUTION. DO NOT FORCE ELECTRICAL CABLES. • Partially remove the parabole «3». For replacement: TAIL LIGHT BULB CAUTION DO NOT PULL THE ELECTRICAL CABLES WHEN TAKING OUT THE BULB HOLDER. • Hold the bulb holder «4», pull and extract it from its fitting. •...
  • Page 84 CAUTION DO NOT PULL THE ELECTRICAL CABLES WHEN TAKING OUT THE BULB HOLDER. • Hold the bulb electrical connector «15», pull and disconnect it from the bulb «16». • Release the spring «17» fixing the bulb «16». • Extract the bulb from its fitting. When refitting: NOTE INSERT THE BULB INTO THE BULB HOLDER, MAKING SURE THE REFERENCE...

  • Page 85: Headlight Adjustment

    Headlight adjustment (03_20, 03_21) For a quick check of the correct direction of the front light beam, place the vehicle ten metres from a vertical wall and make sure the ground is level. Turn on the low beam light, sit on the vehicle and check that the light beam projected to the wall is a little below the headlight horizontal straight line (about 9/10 of the total height).

  • Page 86: Front Direction Indicators

    Front direction indicators (03_22, 03_23) NOTE THIS PROCEDURE ALSO APPLIES TO REAR TURN INDICATORS. For replacement: • Undo and remove the screw «1». NOTE BEFORE REPLACING A BULB, CHECK THE FUSES. NOTE REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE GLASS WITH CAUTION SO AS NOT TO BREAK THE FITTING TABS «2».
  • Page 87 • Unscrew and remove the screw «6». NOTE REMOVE THE COLOURED PROTECTION GLASS WITH CAUTION SO AS NOT TO BREAK THE FITTING TAB. • Turn the coloured glass «5» towards the inside, release the fitting tab «7» and remove the glass. NOTE UPON REFITTING, INSERT THE FIXING TAB «7»...

  • Page 88: Rear Optical Unit

    NOTE TIGHTEN SCREW «1» AND SCREW «6» CAREFULLY AND MODERATELY TO AVOID DAMAGING THE PROTECTIVE GLASS «3» AND THE COLOURED GLASS «5». Rear optical unit (03_24, 03_25) NOTE (MC50) BEFORE REPLACING A BULB, CHECK THAT THE FUSES AND THE STOP LIGHT SWITCHES WORK PROPERLY. 03_24 For replacement: •...

  • Page 89: Number Plate Light

    • Slightly press the bulb «3» and turn it anticlockwise. • Take out the bulb from its fitting. NOTE INSERT THE BULB IN THE BULB HOLDER SO THAT THE TWO GUIDING PINS COINCIDE WITH THEIR GUIDES ON THE BULB HOLDER. •...
  • Page 90 CAUTION DO NOT PULL THE ELECTRICAL CABLES WHEN TAKING OUT THE BULB ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR. • Hold the bulb holder «3», pull and extract it from its fitting. • Remove the bulb «4» from its fitting. • Fit a bulb of the same type adequately. CAUTION UPON REFITTING, FIT THE ELECTRICAL CABLE CORRECTLY IN ITS GROOVE TO THE RIGHT OF THE LIGHT ASSEMBLY «2».

  • Page 91: Rear-View Mirrors

    Unscrew and remove the rear-view mirror «3». 03_28 Idle adjustment CAUTION TO ADJUST IDLE SPEED, PLEASE CONTACT AN Official aprilia Dealer. IF YOU ARE ADEQUATELY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED, REFER TO THE INSTRUC- TIONS IN THE WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY Official aprilia Dealer.
  • Page 92 CAUTION TAKE YOUR MOTORCYCLE TO AN Official Aprilia Dealer TO HAVE DISCS RE- PLACED. Check brake pads for wear and replace them following the instructions in the sched- uled maintenance tables. Disc brake pad wear depends on the use, the riding style and the roads.

  • Page 93: Rear Drum Brake

    AND THEREFORE THEY HAVE TO BE ALWAYS IN PERFECT CONDITIONS; CHECK THEM BEFORE EVERY RIDE. CAUTION TO ADJUST THE REAR DRUM BRAKE, PLEASE CONTACT AN Official aprilia Dealer. IF YOU ARE ADEQUATELY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED, REFER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY...

  • Page 94: Periods Of Inactivity

    Periods of inactivity (03_31, 03_32) Take some measures to avoid the side effects of not using the vehicle. Besides, it is necessary to carry out general repairs and checks before garaging the vehicle as one can forget to do so afterwards. Proceed as follows: •...

  • Page 95: Cleaning The Vehicle

    • Carry out the preliminary checks. CAUTION AS A TEST, RIDE THE VEHICLE FOR A FEW KILOMETRES AT A MODERATE SPEED AND AWAY FROM TRAFFIC AREAS. Cleaning the vehicle Clean the vehicle frequently when it is exposed to adverse conditions, such as: •...
  • Page 96 To clean off dirt and mud deposited from painted surfaces, soften caked dirt with a low-pressure water jet. Sponge off using a car body sponge soaked in a car body shampoo and water solution (2 ÷ 4% parts of shampoo in water). Then rinse with plenty of water, and dry with a chamois leather.

  • Page 97: Transport

    Transport (03_33, 03_34) CAUTION BEFORE TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE, IT IS NECESSARY TO EMPTY THE FUEL TANK AND THE CARBURETTOR ADEQUATELY, CHECKING THAT THEY ARE DRY. WHILE TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE, IT SHOULD BE AT ALL TIMES VERTI- CAL AND WELL ANCHORED IN ORDER TO AVOID FUEL, OIL OR COOLANT LEAKS.
  • Page 98 When all the fuel in the carburettor is drained: • Loosen the drain screw «2» completely. 03_33 CAUTION TIGHTEN THE DRAIN SCREW «2» CORRECTLY TO AVOID FUEL LEAKS FROM THE CARBURETTOR WHEN REFILLING IT. TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Official aprilia Dealer, IF NECESSARY. 03_34...

  • Page 99: Technical Data

    MOJITO 50 - 125 Chap. 04 Technical data...
  • Page 100 VEHICLE TECHNICAL DATA (MC50) Max. length 1950 mm Max. width 900 mm Max height (to the headlamp) 1120 mm Saddle height 750 mm Wheelbase 1315 mm Minimum ground clearance 140 mm Kerb weight 97 kg Variator transmission Continuous, automatic Primary drive V-belt Secondary transmission Gear reduction unit...
  • Page 101 Mixer oil reserve capacity 0.4 l Seats 1 (2 in countries where passenger transport is permitted) Vehicle max. load (rider + luggage) 105 kg Vehicle max. load (rider + 180 kg (in countries where passenger + luggage) passenger transport is permitted) Chassis type split spar frame FRONT SUSPENSION...
  • Page 102 Front tyre inflation pressure with 190 kPa (1.9 bar) passenger (in countries where passenger transport is allowed) Rear tyre inflation pressure with 210 kPa (2.1 bar) passenger (in countries where passenger transport is allowed) Battery 12V - 4 Ah Fuses 7.5A - 10A (Permanent magnet) Generator 12V - 115W...
  • Page 103 Carburettor diffuser Ø 17.5 mm Fuel supply premium unleaded petrol as per DIN 51607, minimum octane rating of 95 (NORM) and 85 (NOMM). IGNITION Ignition advance 17° ± 1° before TDC Standard spark plug CHAMPION RN1C Spark plug electrode gap 0.6 ÷...
  • Page 104 Primary drive V-belt Minimum engine total ratio for 2.701 continuous transmission Maximum engine total ratio for 0.809 continuous transmission Secondary transmission Gear reduction unit Fuel capacity (reserve included) Fuel reserve capacity Transmission oil 200 cm³ Engine oil - engine oil change only 1000 cm³ Seats Vehicle max.
  • Page 105 Rear wheel rim 4.00 x 10" Tyre type Without inner tube (Tubeless) Front tyre 120/70 - 12'' - 51P Sava Rear tyre 130/70 - 10'' - 59P Sava Front tyre standard inflation 170 kPa (1.7 bar) pressure Rear tyre standard inflation 190 kPa (1.9 bar) pressure Front tyre standard inflation...
  • Page 106 Compression ratio 10.6 ± 0.5 : 1 Maximum power 7.0 kW at 8,000 rpm Maximum torque 10.04 Nm at 7,000 rpm Electric Starter Lubrication Wet sump with pump Cooling Forced air circulation cooling Clutch Centrifugal Gearbox Automatic Standard carburettor KEIHIN CVK 26 Fuel Premium unleaded (4 stars) petrol, DIN 51607, with minimum octane...
  • Page 107 Front tail light bulb 12V - 5W Turn indicator bulb 12V - 10W Rear tail light /rear stop light/ 12 V - 5 / 21 W license plate light bulb Instrument panel lighting bulbs 12V - 1.2W Tail lights and low-beam light 12V - 1.2W warning light High-beam warning light...

  • Page 108: Kit Equipment

    Turn indicator warning light 12V - 2W Engine oil pressure warning light 12V - 2W Low fuel warning light 12V - 2W Kit equipment (04_01) The tool kit is located inside the helmet compartment / glove-box To reach it: • Lift the saddle.

  • Page 109: Programmed Maintenance

    MOJITO 50 - 125 Chap. 05 Programmed maintenance...

  • Page 110: Scheduled Maintenance Table

    Scheduled maintenance table CAUTION FIRE HAZARD. FUEL OR ANY OTHER INFLAMMABLE SUBSTANCES MUST NOT BE CLOSE TO ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE OPERATION OR INSPECTION ON THE MOTOR- CYCLE, SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND REMOVE THE KEY. WAIT UNTIL THE ENGINE AND THE EXHAUST SYSTEM ARE COLD, IF POSSIBLE LIFT THE SCOOTER WITH A SPECIFIC TOOL ON A FIRM AND LEVEL GROUND.
  • Page 111 If you need assistance or technical advice, consult an Official aprilia Dealer who will provide a precise and prompt service Ask your Official aprilia Dealer to test the vehicle on the road after a repair or regular maintenance operation. Nonetheless, personally carry out the Preliminary Checks after a maintenance oper- ation.
  • Page 112 Km x 1,000 Rear brake cam pin Headlight Vehicle and brake test - test ride Brake pads Electric start-up gear pins Wheels/tyres Variable speed rollers/Sliding blocks Idle speed Suspensions Steering Braking system pipes*** Mixer oil pipes Fuel pipes *** I: INSPECT AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY C: CLEAN, R: REPLACE, A: ADJUST, L: LUBRICATE * Check level every 500 km ** Replace every 2 years...
  • Page 113 - MC125 OUTINE MAINTENANCE TABLE MODEL Km x 1,000 Driven pulley roller casing Safety fasteners Spark plug driving belt Throttle control Brake disc Air filter SAS filter Oil mesh filter Engine oil filter Valve clearance Electrical system and battery Braking systems Light circuit Brake levers Brake fluid **...
  • Page 114 Km x 1,000 Brake pads Sliding shoes / CVT rollers Vehicle road test Idle speed Wheels/ tyres Suspension Steering Transmission Fuel pipes *** I: INSPECT AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY C: CLEAN, R: REPLACE, A: ADJUST, L: LUBRICATE * Check level every 3,000 km ** Replace every 2 years *** Replace every 4 years...
  • Page 115 Product Description Specifications AGIP GEAR SYNTH SAE 75W-90 Gearbox oil API GL4, GL5 RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE (MC125) Product Description Specifications AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Engine oil CCMC G-4, API SJ AGIP FORK 7.5W Fork oil AGIP GREASE 30 Bearings and other lubrication points AGIP BRAKE 4 Brake fluid DOT 5 compatible...
  • Page 117 TABLE OF CONTENTS Air filter: 66 Identification: 25 Saddle: 23 Scheduled maintenance: Shock absorber: 36 Stand: 51 Battery: 70, 77 Key switch: 19 Start-up: 22 Brake: 67, 91, 93 Light switch: 21 Technical data: 99 Disc brake: 91 Tyres: 65 Maintenance: 59, 109, 110 Engine oil: 60–62 Maintenance Table: 110...
  • Page 118 The reliability of the vehicle also depends on its mechanical conditions. Checking the vehicle before riding, its regular maintenance and the use of Original aprilia Spare Parts only, are essential factors! For information about the nearest Official Dealer and/or Service Centre, consult the Yellow Pages or search directly on the inset map in our Official Website: www.aprilia.com...

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