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THROTTLE
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THROTTLE
Inspect after the first 1000 km (621 mi) and then every
6000 km (3728 mi) or 8 months.
CHECKING FOR THROTTLE PROPER OPERATION
DANGER
Throttle operation may be impaired when the
throttle cables are damaged, bent in tight turns or
twisted. Using the motorcycle in this condition may lead
to loss of control while riding.
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Turn the handlebars and ensure that idling speed is unaffected by
handlebar movement. Open the throttle and ensure that the twistgrip
springs back to the closed position smoothly when released.
If needed:
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Make sure the components listed below are in the proper position and
well lubricated:
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sheaths;
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twistgrip adjuster (1);
Lubricate Bowden cable with silicone spray.
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throttle body adjuster (2), under the seat; THROTTLE
CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
NOTE To
adjust throttle control, turn twistgrip adjuster (1) or throttle
body adjuster (2).
There should be 2–3 mm free play in the throttle twistgrip cable
(measured at twistgrip edge).
If not so:
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Place the motorcycle on the center stand.
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Slip off the rubber gaiter (3).
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Loosen the locknut (4).
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Rotate the adjuster (1) until setting the specified free play.
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After adjusting, tighten the locknut (4) and check free play again.
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Refit the rubber gaiter (3).
WARNING
Turn the handlebars and ensure that idling
speed is unaffected by handlebar movement. Open the throttle and
ensure that the twistgrip springs back to the closed position
smoothly when released.
If twistgrip adjuster is fully tightened, loose or in case correct
free play is not reached, proceed as follows:
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Raise the seat.
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Undo and remove screw (5).
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Remove protection.
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Loosen locknut (6).
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Turn throttle adjuster (2) to restore recommended value.
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Once finished, tighten locknut (6) and check free play again.
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IDLING ADJUSTMENT
Adjust as follows whenever idling speed seems erratic.
Proceed as follows:
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Ride a few kilometers until warming engine up to regular operating
temperature.
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Raise the seat.
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Undo and remove the screw (1).
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Remove the protection.
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Connect an electronic rev counter to the spark plug cable.
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Start the engine.
Engine idling speed should be about:
- 1750 ± 100 rpm;
In this case the engine does not make the rear wheel turn.
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Turn the screw (2).
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Flip the throttle twistgrip open and closed repeatedly to check for
proper operation. Idling speed should remain stable.
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FRONT END
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STEERING
Inspect after the first 1000 km (621 mi) and then every
6000 km (3728 mi) or 8 months.
The steering is fitted with rolling bearings to ensure
smooth handling.
Proper steering adjustment is vital to smooth steering
movement and safe riding. Any hardness in the steering
will impair handling, whereas a soft steering will
result in poor stability.
CHECKING PLAY IN THE BEARINGS
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Put the vehicle on the center stand.
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Fit a mount under frame.
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Rock the fork back and forth in the direction of travel.
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If you feel any play, adjust the bearings.
ADJUSTING PLAY IN THE BEARINGS
TIGHTENING TORQUE SETTINGS
Check nut (1): 110 Nm (11.0 kgm).
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Remove the leg guard, 7.1.9.
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Loosen check nut (1).
WARNING
Not to damage the steering bearings, take care
do not overscrew or overtighten the adjusting nut (2).
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Screw the adjusting nut (2) until taking up bearing play.
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To check existing play, shake fork in the direction of travel and
check that the steering is smooth and free to rotate.
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Hold the adjusting nut (2) in position and, using a wrench, tighten
check nut (1).
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Repeat the last one operation.
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FRONT SUSPENSION
The front suspension is managed by a hydraulic fork,
which is held to the steering stem by two yokes.
NOTE Vehicle
set-up may not be modified.
Inspect front suspension after the first 1000km (621
mi), and then every 6000 km (3728 mi) or 8 months.
Change front fork oil every 12000 km (7456 mi) or 16
months.
Check as follows:
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Keep the front brake lever squeezed in and press down repeatedly on
the handlebars to compress the front fork. The front fork should
compress in a smooth motion. Inspect the fork legs for any traces of
oil.
If the front fork has a tendency to bottom out, change oil; see
7.9.4. and 7.9.5.
Check the front fork for oil leaks and inspect the surface of the
fork legs for cracks or scoring.
Any damaged components should be repaired or – where repair is not
feasible – renewed; see 7.9.6.
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Ensure that all parts are properly tightened and test the
front suspension for proper operation.
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REAR AXLE
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CHECKING THE ENGINE AXLE
Check the clearance between the engine shaft bushes and
the engine shaft.
To check, proceed as follows:
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Position the vehicle on the center stand.
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Shake the wheel at right angles with the direction of travel.
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In case of clearance, check for all axle parts correct tightening.
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REAR SUSPENSION INSPECTION
Inspect the rear suspension after the first 1000 km (621
mi), and then every 6000 km (3728 mi) or 8 months.
Check that no oil leaks out of shock absorbers.
Check that all rear suspension parts are correctly
tightened and joints are properly working.
REAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT
The rear suspension consists of a shock absorber with
two functions (compression/rebound braking), connected
to the frame through silent-blocks.
Factory setting is designed to suit the broadest
possible range of riding conditions, meaning low and
high speed, whether riding solo or carrying a full load.
However, rear suspension setting may be modified to suit
specific needs in accordance with vehicle usage:
Turn the adjuster nut to set desired riding conditions
(see table).
REAR SUSPENSION SETTING TABLE
Adjuster nut |
Tighten |
Slacken |
Purpose |
Increase spring preolad |
Decrease spring preload |
Recommended for |
Riding with a passenger |
Riding solo |
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WHEELS
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WHEELS Carefully read 1.2.1.
FRONT WHEEL
Check every 6000 km (3728 mi).
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Place the vehicle on the center stand.
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Place a mount under frame.
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Rotate the wheel manually in both directions.
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The wheel should be spinning smoothly, with no hardness or unusual
noise. If not so, change the bearings; see 7.5.3.
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If you detect any wobble, inspect wheel and affected
components; see 7.5.4.
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A spinning wheel that always stops in exactly the same position
needs balancing.
REAR WHEEL
Check every 6000 km (3728 mi).
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Place the vehicle on the center stand.
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Rotate the wheel manually in both directions.
7.6.3.
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The wheel should be spinning smoothly, with no hardness or unusual
noise. If not so, change the bearings.
7.6.5.
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If you detect any wobble, inspect wheel and affected
components.
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A spinning wheel that always stops in exactly the same position
needs balancing.
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TYRES
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TYRES
Check tyre condition every month.
It is a good rule to measure tyre inflation pressures before and
after a long trip.
Tyre inflation pressures should be checked monthly with the tyres at
ambient temperature.
This vehicle is fitted with tubeless tyres.
For inflating pressures, see 7.6.5.
TREAD CONDITION
WARNING
Inspect tread surface and check for wear. Badly
worn tyres adversely affect traction and handling.
Always change a worn tyre. A tyre that becomes punctured in the
tread area should be changed when the puncture is larger than 5 mm.
Some of the tyre types approved for this vehicle are fitted with
wear indicators.
There are various types of wear indicators. Enquire about correct
wear inspection procedure with your supplier.
Never use tube tyres on tubeless tyre rims, or viceversa.
Always check that the caps are in place on the valves (1), or the
tyres may deflate suddenly.
Tyre replacement and repair, and wheel servicing and balancing are
delicate operations. They should be carried out using adequate tools
and are best left to experienced mechanics.
The wheel must be balanced after each tyre repair.
New tyres may be coated with an oily film. Drive carefully until
covering several kilometres. Never apply non-specific products to
the tyres.
Approved tyre sizes are reported in the registration document.
Installing non-approved tyres is a legal offence.
Using tyres other than the specified sizes may change vehicle
behaviour, impair handling and make the vehicle unsafe to ride.
Use only the first-equipment tyre types selected by aprilia; see 1.7.1.
MINIMUM RECOMMENDED TREAD DEPTH (A):
Front and rear tyre 2 mm (2 mm).
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EXHAUST SYSTEM
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EXHAUST MANIFOLD NUTS
Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts after the first 1000 km (621 mi)
and every 6000 km (3728 mi) or 8 months.
DANGER
Allow the engine to cool down to ambient
temperature.
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Tighten the two nuts (1) of the exhaust manifold.