User manual APRILIA DORSODURO FACTORY 02-2010

[. . . ] 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. [. . . ] Check that there is no resistance when the side stand is pulled up and down and that the spring tension makes it snap back to its rest position. Brandstoftank Engine stop switch (ON - OFF) Lights, warning lights, horn, rear stop light switch and electrical devices Check function. To adjust the setting, the shock absorber has one set screw (1) to adjust rebound damping, a ring nut for spring preloading adjustment (2), a locking ring nut (3) and a set screw for adjusting compression damping (4)(Factory). Turn the (1) screw to adjust the shock absorber hydraulic rebound damping. Rebound damping adjustment, screw (1) Compression damping adjustment, screw (4) Open 17 clicks from fully closed Open 1. 5 turns from fully closed Open 12 - 16 clicks from fully closed Open 0. 5 turns from fully closed Open 12 - 16 clicks from fully closed Open 0 - 1. 5 turns from fully closed The stroke should be soft and there should be no oil marks on the stems. The front suspension consists of a hydraulic fork connected to the headstock by means of two plates. for adjusting the suspension setup , each stanchion has an upper nut (1) for adjusting the spring preload. The left hand stem is also equipped with an upper adjuster screw (2) for adjusting hydraulic rebound damping. 03_09 FACTORY: The right hand stem is equipped with an upper set screw (3) for adjusting compression damping. Medium load setting: - (for example, rider with passenger and/ or luggage). Open 2 - 3 notches from fully closed Open 1 turn from fully closed Open 2 - 3 notches from fully closed Open 2 - 3 notches from fully closed 5 - 1 turns from fully closed Open 0. 5 - 1 turns from fully closed Open 5 turns from fully closed Open 5 turns from fully closed Open 5 turns from fully closed Rebound damping adjustment, screw (2) Compression damping adjustment, screw (3) Open 10 turns from fully closed Open 10 turns from fully closed Open 5 - 10 turns from fully closed Open 5 - 10 turns from fully closed Open 5 - 10 turns from fully closed Open 5 - 10 turns from fully closed The distance between the end of the lever (1) and the handgrip (2) can be adjusted by rotating the set screw (3). The MAX and MIN clicks correspond to a lever end-handgrip distance of about 114 mm (4. Push the control lever (1) forward and turn the set screw (3) The distance between the end of the lever (1) and the handgrip (2) can be adjusted by rotating the set screw (3). The MAX and MIN clicks correspond to a lever end-handgrip distance of about 118 mm (4. Push the control lever (1) forward and turn the set screw (3) until the lever (1) is at the desired distance. Engine run-in is essential to ensure engine long life and correct operation. Twisty roads and gradients are ideal to run in engine, brakes and suspensions effectively. This ensures that components operate under both "loaded" and "unloa- Do not twist the throttle grip abruptly and completely when the engine is working at a low revs, either during or after runin. [. . . ] Check that the vertical oscillation at a point between the pinion and the crown on the lower branch of the chain is approx. Move the vehicle forward so as to check the chain vertical oscillation in other positions too. Checking wear of chain, front and rear sprockets Also check the following parts and make sure that the chain, pinion and sprocket do not have: · Never wash the chain with high pressure air/water jets or steam jets or highly flammable solvents. Maintenance operations should be more frequent if there are signs of quick rust. [. . . ]