User manual APRILIA SPORTCITY 125-200 2006

[. . . ] Indicates a potential hazard which may result in minor personal injury or damage to the vehicle. TECHNICAL INFORMATION The operations preceded by this symbol must be repeated on the opposite side of the vehicle. Unless expressly indicated otherwise, reassembly is a reversal of the disassembly procedure. The terms "right" and "left" are referred to the rider seated on the vehicle in the normal riding position. WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS GENERAL ADVICE Before starting the engine, carefully read this manual and in particular the section SAFE DRIVE. [. . . ] While riding, keep your hands on the handlebar and your feet on the footpegs. NEVER RIDE IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN THE RECOMMENDED RIDING POSITION. If you are riding with a passenger, give your passenger proper instructions to avoid problems when manoeuvring. Before leaving, make sure that the stand/stands is/are completely up. CAUTION /h 8 4 6 AM PM STARTING AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF INACTIVITY After a long period of inactivity, if the start is not immediate, this may be due to the fact that the fuel circuit is partially empty. If so: Press the starter push-button " " (4) for about ten seconds, in order to ensure the filling of the float chamber. WARNING To move off: Release the throttle grip (6) (Pos. Get on the vehicle, keeping at least one foot on the ground in order not to lose balance. With the vehicle stopped, try to familiarise with the use of the mirrors. Convex mirrors provide a larger view, but any objects seen in these mirrors seem farther than they really are. It may take some time to learn to judge the distance of traffic behind accurately. WARNING use and maintenance SportCity 125 - 200 29 A MODE When approaching a turn, slow down or brake and take the turn at moderate, constant speed or accelerate slightly; braking in a turn will greatly increase your chances of skidding. Continued application of the brakes on long downhill grades may cause the brakes to overheat, thereby reducing braking efficiency. Shift down to use engine braking and apply both brakes intermittently. Make sure that the vehicle is stable. CAUTION It is not necessary to close the fuel tap when the engine is off, since it is equipped with an automatic closing system. Never leave the key in the ignition switch. Lock the steering, see page 15 (STEERING LOCK) and remove the key. WARNING CAUTION 32 use and maintenance SportCity 125 - 200 SUGGESTIONS TO PREVENT THEFT MAINTENANCE Do not use any "brake lock" devices. Failure to heed this warning can seriously damage the braking system and lead to an accident thus provoking serious injuries or death. NEVER leave the key in the ignition switch and always use the steering lock. Park the vehicle in a safe place, possibly in a garage or at a guarded parking place. If possible, use the appropriate aprilia , or an ad"Body-Guard" shielded cable ditional antitheft device. Make sure you have all the necessary documents with you and that the road tax has been paid. Write your personal data and telephone number in this page to help trace the vehicle back to you in the event it is stolen and subsequently recovered. In most cases, stolen vehicles are identified through the data written on the Owner's Manual. CAUTION Risk of fire. Keep fuel and other flammable substances away from electric components. 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. [. . . ] Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INFLATION PRESSURE WITH PASSENGER Front. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . tubeless 120 / 70 - 15" 56 P 130 / 80 - 15" 63 P 200 kPa (2. 0 bar) 200 kPa (2. 0 bar) 200 kPa (2. 0 bar) 230 kPa (2. 3 bar) Capacity discharge ignition with variable advance Variable, managed by ECU. 5° minimum - 15° > 6000/8000 rpm NGK CR7EB NGK CR8EB - NGK CR9EB CHAMPION RG6YC - CHAMPION RG4HC 0. 7 0. 8 mm 12 V - 12 Ah 20 - 15 - 7. 5 A 12 V - 180 W 12 V - 55 W - H7 12 V - 3 W 12 V - 10 W 12 V - 5/21 W 12 V - 5 W LED LED LED LED LED IGNITION Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]