User manual APRILIA RS 125

[. . . ] - Noale (VE) 3!&%49 7!2. ). '3 The following precautionary warnings are used throughout this manual in order to convey the following messages: Safety warning. When you find this symbol on the vehicle or in the manual, be careful to the potential risk of personal injury. Non-compliance with the indications given in the messages preceded by this symbol may result in grave risks for your and other people's safety and for the vehicle! 4%#(. )#!, ). &/2-!4)/. The operations preceded by this symbol must be repeated also on the opposite side of the vehicle. [. . . ] Even if it is important to stress the engine components during running-in, take care not to exceed. Only after the first 1500 km (937 mi) of running-in you can expect the best performance levels from the vehicle. Keep to the following indications: N After the first 1000 km (625 mi) , carry out the checking operations indicated in the column "After running-in" of the REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART, see p. 44 (REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART), in order to avoid hurting yourself or other people and/or damaging the vehicle. N a c N N N Do not open the throttle completely if the speed is low, both during and after the running-in. During the first 100 km (62 mi) put on the brakes with caution, avoiding sharp and prolonged brakings. During the first 800 km (500 mi) never exceed 6000 rpm. Between the first 800 km (500 mi) and 1600 km (1000 mi) drive more briskly, change speed and use the maximum acceleration only for a few seconds, in order to ensure better coupling of the components; never exceed 9000 rpm (see table). After the first 1600 km (1000 mi) you can expect better performance from the engine, however, without exceeding the max 11000 rpm. Engine maximum rpm for the running-in Mileage km (mi) 0÷800 (0÷500) 800÷1600 (500÷1000) over 1600 (1000) Max. (rpm) 6000 9000 11000 34/00). ' N Release the throttle grip (1) (Pos. A), gradually put on the brakes and at the same time shift down in order to decrease the speed, see p. Once the speed has decreased, before stopping the vehicle: N Pull the clutch lever (2) in order to prevent the stopping of the engine. When the vehicle has come to rest: N Position the shifting lever in neutral (green warning light "q" on). N In case of a brief stop, keep at least one brake on. a If p ossi bl e, avoi d sto ppi ng abruptly, slowing down suddenly and braking at the last moment. use and maintenance RS 125 41 35''%34)/. 3 4/ 02%6%. 4 4(%&4 NEVER leave the ignition key inserted and always use the steering lock. Park the vehicle in a safe place, possibly in a garage or a protected place. Make sure that all documents are in order and the road tax has been paid. Write down your personal data and telephone number in this page, to facilitate the identification of the owner in case of finding after theft. 0!2+). ' Park the vehicle on firm and flat ground, to prevent it from falling down. Make sure that the vehicle and especially its red-hot parts do not represent a danger for persons and children. Do not leave the vehicle unattended when the engine is on or the key is inserted into the ignition switch. Do not sit on the vehicle when the stand is down. N N N N N a N a Position the vehicle on the stand, see below (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND). Never leave the key in the ignition switch. SURNAME: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Very often stolen vehicles are identified thanks to the data written in the use/maintenance manual. Lock the steering, see p. Rotate the key (2) and move the ignition switch (3) to position "m". [. . . ] 3 5 (P R E LI M I N A R Y CHECKING OPERATIONS). N a Have a test ride at moderate speed in a low-traffic area. use and maintenance RS 125 77 4%#(. )#!, $!4!height (front part of the fairing included) 1135 mm Seat height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 kg Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Separate lubrication with variable strength automatic mixer (1. 0 - 3. 0 %). [. . . ]