User manual APRILIA ATLANTIC 500

[. . . ] ATLANTIC 500 use+maintenancebook aprilia part# 8104589 © 2002 aprilia s. p. a. - Noale (VE) SAFETY INFORMATION The following conventions are used to identify safety information throughout the manual. Whenever you see this symbol in the manual or attached to the vehicle, use utmost care to avoid the risk of injury. Disregarding the instructions identified by this symbol may put your safety, as well as that of other persons or of the vehicle at risk! TECHNICAL INFORMATION Any operations preceded by this symbol must be repeated on the opposite side of the vehicle. [. . . ] This will identify you as the owner in the event the motorcycle is stolen and then recovered. PHONE NUMBER. : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PLACING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND Read page 38 (STOPPING) carefully. CENTRE STAND Grasp the left grip (4) and the passenger grab rail (5). SIDE STAND Grasp the left grip (4) and the passenger grab rail (5). Push the side stand (7) fully down with your right foot. Steer the handlebar fully to the left. WARNING Make sure that the vehicle is stable. NOTE In most cases, stolen vehicles are identified through the data written on the Use and Maintenance Book. use and maintenance Atlantic 500 39 NOTE The vehicle is fitted with an by MAINTENANCE immobilizer anti-theft system an electronic system that prevents engine starting unless an authorised key is used - for added security. The immobilizer system is automatically activated each time the ignition key is removed from the switch. Keep the second key in a safe place, as you cannot make any copy once lost. If this should be the case, many parts of the vehicle, locks included, will have to be changed. Embedded in the key grip is a transponder, an electronic device that modulates the radiofrequency signal emitted by a special antenna built into the switch when the key is turned to on. The modulated signal acts as a "password" that tells the system control unit whether an authorised key is being used to start the engine. WARNING Fire hazard. Before servicing or inspecting the motorcycle: stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch; allow for the engine and exhaust system to cool down; where possible, lift the motorcycle using adequate equipment placed on firm and level ground. Be careful of any parts of the engine or exhaust system which may still be hot to the touch in order to avoid scalds or burns. Never put any mechanical parts or other vehicle components in your mouth when you have both hands busy. Some components are harmful to the human body or toxic. Normally, the owner can take care of routine maintenance. However, some maintenance operations require specific tools and are best left to experienced mechanics. If you need assistance or technical advice, contact an aprilia Official Dealer for guaranteed accurate, prompt service. `We recommend having the vehicle roadtested at the Dealer after repair or servicing. In addition, perform the "Pre-ride checks" after any maintenance operation, see page 33 (PRE-RIDE CHECKS CHART). WARNING Unless expressly specified otherwise, motorcycle assemblies are refitted or reassembled by reversing the removal or dismantling procedure. Wear latex gloves before servicing the vehicle 40 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official Dealer Components Post running-in [1000 km (625 mi)] Every 6000 km (3750 mi) or 8 months Every 12000 km (7500 mi) or 16 months Carburetor ­ idle rpm (CO) Throttle cable (adjustment) Converter belt Steering bearings and steering Wheel bearings Fuel filter every 24000 km (15000 mi): every 48000 km (30000 mi): Engine oil filter every 6000 km: Valve clearance then after 18000 Km Brake systems Cooling system Stop light switches Brake fluid every 6000 km (3750 mi): / every 2 years: Coolant every 2000 km (1250 mi): / every 2 years: Engine oil every 3000 km: /every 6000 km (3750 mi): Fork oil every 30000 km (18750 mi) or every 4 years: Transmission oil every 24000 km: Converter rollers and plastic guides Wheels / tyres and inflation pressure Battery terminals torque Nuts and bolts torque Brake fluid bleeding Fuel lines every 4 years: = check and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary. Shorten maintenance intervals if you are riding in rainy and dusty conditions or on loose road surfaces. use and maintenance Atlantic 500 41 OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official Dealer (CAN BE CARRIED OUT BY THE USER AS WELL) Post running-in [1000 km (625 mi)] every 2000 km (1250 mi): every 1000 km (625 mi): every month: at every start: (*) every 2000 km (1250 mi): Every 6000 km (3750 mi) or 8 months Every 12000 km (7500 mi) or 16 months Components Battery ­ Electrolyte level Spark plug Injection ­ Idle rpm Air cleaner Throttle operation Brake locking operation Lighting system Brake fluid Coolant Engine oil Beam setting ­ operation Wheels / tyres and inflation pressure Battery terminals torque Suspensions Engine oil pressure light Front and rear brake pads wear = check and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary. Shorten maintenance intervals if you are riding in rainy and dusty conditions or on loose road surfaces. (*) To check these components see pages 15-16: INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS TABLE. 42 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 1 IDENTIFICATION DATA It is a good rule to write down the frame and engine numbers in the space provided in this manual. The frame number can be used for the purchase of spare parts. FRAME NUMBER The frame number is stamped on the central frame tube. [. . . ] Place a suitable support under the vehicle to keep wheels off the ground. Store the vehicle in dry place, without heating, away from sunlight and with steady temperature. Wrap and tie a plastic bag around the exhaust pipe opening to keep moisture out. Avoid using plastic or waterproof materials. AFTER STORAGE Uncover and clean the vehicle, see page 68 (CLEANING). Check battery charge, see page 59 (CHARGING THE BATTERY) and install it, see page 59 (INSTALLING THE BATTERY). [. . . ]