User manual APRILIA SHIVER 750 GT ABS

[. . . ] 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 the throttle functions smoothly and can be fully opened and closed in all steering positions. Remove any possible strange body that might be stuck in the tread design. If needed, top-up the fluid; the clutch must work without gripping and/or sliding. 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. Fluid level inside the expansion tank should be between the 'FULL' and 'LOW' reference marks. Check that the tone wheels are perfectly clean and in good conditions. Engine stop switch (ON - OFF) Lights, warning lights, horn, rear stop light switch and electrical devices Tone wheels Introduce the key (2) in the fuel tank cap lock (3). To adjust the setting, the shock absorber is fitted with a set screw (1) that adjusts the hydraulic rebound damping, a ring nut that adjusts the spring preloading (2) and a locking ring nut (3). Turn the (1) screw to adjust the shock absorber hydraulic rebound damping. 29 in) Hydraulic brake (clicks from fully closed): 12 Shock absorber preloading: screw 4 turns (clockwise) with reference to SOFT adjustment Hydraulic brake (clicks from fully closed): 9 Rear shock absorber adjustment: rider + passenger + luggage (HARD adjustment) Shock absorber preloading: screw 6/7 turns (clockwise) with reference to SOFT adjustment Hydraulic brake (clicks from fully closed): 6/7 The stroke should be soft and there should be no oil marks on the stems. Check the tightening of all the elements and the correct operation of the front and rear suspension joints. 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) until the lever (1) is at the desired distance. Turn the cam (2) until the adequate position for the pedal (3) is obtained. 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 "unloaded" conditions, allowing the engine components to cool. Do not twist the throttle grip abruptly and completely when the engine is working at a low revs, either during or after runin. [. . . ] Before transporting the vehicle, empty the fuel tank well and make sure it is perfectly dry. During transport, the vehicle must be well anchored and upright, and first gear must be engaged to avoid fuel and oil leaks. Check that vertical oscillation at a point between the pinion and the crown on the lower branch of the chain is around 25 mm (0. Move the vehicle forward so as to check the chain vertical oscillation in other positions too. [. . . ]