Post on 14-Mar-2018
PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU
for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the very best from your vehicle. Please read it carefully before ridingthe vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. It also describes features, details and devices to assureyou that you have made the right choice. We believe that if you follow our suggestions, you will soon get to know your new scooter and it will serve youwell for a long time to come. This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle; should the vehicle be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner.
MP3 LT 300 i.e.
Ed. 05_11/2012
The instructions given in this manual are intended to provide a clear, simple guide to using your vehicle; this booklet also details routine maintenanceprocedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an authorised Dealer or Service Centre. The booklet also containsinstructions for simple repairs. Any operations not specifically described in this booklet require the use of special tools and/or particular technicalknowledge: to carry out these operations, refer to any authorised Dealer or Service Centres.
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Personal safety
Failure to completely observe these instructions will result in serious risk of personalinjury.
Safeguarding the environment
Sections marked with this symbol indicate the correct use of the vehicle to prevent dam-aging the environment.
Vehicle intactness
The incomplete or non-observance of these regulations leads to the risk of seriousdamage to the vehicle and sometimes even the invalidity of the guarantee.
The signs that you see on this page are very important. They are used to highlight partsof the booklet that should be read with particular care. The different symbols are usedto make each topic in the manual simple and quick to locate.
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INDEX
VEHICLE...................................................................................... 7Dashboard................................................................................ 9Analogue instrument panel....................................................... 11Clock......................................................................................... 12Digital lcd display...................................................................... 13
Maintenance icons................................................................ 13*MODE* button...................................................................... 14
Key switch................................................................................. 15Locking the steering wheel.................................................... 15Releasing the steering wheel................................................ 15
Switch direction indicators........................................................ 16Horn button............................................................................... 16Light switch............................................................................... 17Emergency flashing light button................................................ 17Start-up button.......................................................................... 18Engine stop button.................................................................... 18Front suspension unlock-lock switch........................................ 19The immobilizer system............................................................ 19
Keys...................................................................................... 19Immobilizer device enabled indicator led.............................. 20Operation............................................................................... 21Programming the immobilizer system................................... 22
Accessing the fuel tank............................................................. 23The saddle................................................................................ 24
Saddle opening via button to access helmet compartment.............................................................................................. 24Opening the saddle to access the helmet compartment in anemergency............................................................................. 25
Opening of top box.................................................................... 26Identification.............................................................................. 26Bag clip..................................................................................... 28
USE.............................................................................................. 29Checks...................................................................................... 30
Refuelling.................................................................................. 30Tyre pressure............................................................................ 32Shock absorbers adjustment.................................................... 34Running in................................................................................. 35Starting up the engine............................................................... 35
Precautions........................................................................... 37Stopping the engine.................................................................. 38Stand......................................................................................... 39Automatic transmission............................................................. 39Safe driving............................................................................... 40Front suspension locking system.............................................. 42Parking brake............................................................................ 46Integral pedal braking system................................................... 47
MAINTENANCE........................................................................... 49Engine oil level.......................................................................... 50
Engine oil level check............................................................ 50Engine oil top-up................................................................... 51Warning light (insufficient oil pressure)................................. 51Engine oil change.................................................................. 52
Hub oil level.............................................................................. 53Tyres......................................................................................... 55Spark plug dismantlement........................................................ 56Removing the air filter............................................................... 58Air filter cleaning....................................................................... 58Cooling fluid level...................................................................... 59Checking the brake oil level...................................................... 60
Braking system fluid top up................................................... 61Battery....................................................................................... 63
Use of a new battery............................................................. 63Long periods of inactivity.......................................................... 64Fuses........................................................................................ 64Lamps....................................................................................... 69Front light group........................................................................ 70
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Headlight adjustment............................................................. 74Front direction indicators........................................................... 75Rear optical unit........................................................................ 75Rear turn indicators................................................................... 77Number plate light..................................................................... 78Helmet compartment lighting bulb............................................ 79Rear-view mirrors...................................................................... 79Front and rear disc brake.......................................................... 79Puncture.................................................................................... 80Periods of inactivity................................................................... 81Cleaning the vehicle.................................................................. 82Troubleshooting........................................................................ 83
TECHNICAL DATA...................................................................... 87Toolkit....................................................................................... 92
SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES........................................ 93Warnings................................................................................... 94
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE.................................................... 97Scheduled servicing table......................................................... 98
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MP3 LT 300 i.e.
Chap. 01Vehicle
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Dashboard (01_01)
A = Ignition key-switch
B = Bag hook
C = Parking brake
D = Emergency turn indicator switch
E= Horn button
F = Turn signal switch
G = Rear brake lever
H = Light switch
I = Analogue instrument panel
L = Digital instrument panel
M = Warning light unit
N = Emergency cut-off switch RUN/OFF
O = Front brake lever
P = Throttle grip
Q = Front suspension locking-unlocking switch (if available)
R = Starter button
S = MODE button
T = Saddle opening button
U = Compartment opening button
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Analogue instrument panel (01_02)
A = Immobilizer / anti-theft LED
B= Speedometer with twin scale (km/h and mph)
C = CLOCK switch
D = Digital display
E= SET switch
F= Rpm indicator
G = Fuel gauge
H = Warning light for helmet compartment courtesy light on
I = Engine control telltale light and injection system failure warning light
L = Low fuel warning light
M = Engine stop warning light
N= Turn indicator warning light
O = Low oil pressure warning light
P = Front suspension locking system failure warning light
Q = Front suspension locking system warning light
R = High beam warning light
S = Warning light for parking brake engaged
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Clock (01_03)
Pushing the «CLOCK» button for less than 1 second displays the following sequence:• TIME• DATE
To set the clock, push and hold the «CLOCK» button for other 3 seconds.
The numbers showing the hours will begin flashing.
Set the hour using the «SET» button. Push the «CLOCK» button again and the minutenumbers start flashing.
Set the minutes using the «SET»button. Push the «CLOCK» button again and the daynumbers start flashing.
Set the day with the «SET» button. Push the «CLOCK» button again and the monthnumbers start flashing.
Set the month with the «SET» button. Push the «CLOCK» button again and the yearnumbers start flashing.
Set the year with the «SET» button. Press the «CLOCK » button again for 4 secondsto exit the adjustment menu.
During the reset process, not pressing any buttons for a period longer than 8 secondsends the process automatically and the display shows the modified time.
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01_04
Digital lcd display (01_04)
A = Total odometer gauge
B = «BELT» maintenance icon
C = «SERVICE» maintenance icon
D = Engine coolant temperature indicator
E = Trip odometer (A-B) and ambient temperature gauge (selected with the MODEbutton)
F = TIME-DATE indicator
G = Low fuel warning light
H = Trip odometer gauge (B)
I = Trip odometer gauge (A)
L = Kilometre - mile indicator
Maintenance icons
The icons signal the user that scheduled maintenance operations should be carriedout. A flashing «SERVICE» icon signals the need to carry out the scheduled mainte-nance service. A flashing «BELT» icon signals the drive belt needs replacing. In anycase, vehicle maintenance must be carried out at the kilometre service intervals rec-ommended in this booklet.
WARNING
REFER TO THE «SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE» FOR FURTHER MAIN-TENANCE OPERATIONS
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*MODE* button (01_05, 01_06)
Pushing the MODE button «S» for less than a second displays the following sequenceof functions:
1. Trip odometer "A"2. Trip odometer "B"3. Ambient temperature "°"
Push the MODE button «S» longer than 3 seconds to zero set the trip odometer.
01_06
UNIT OF MEASUREMENT SETTING
Push (and hold for at least 3 seconds) the button "MODE" «R» and at the same time,turn the ignition key to "on".
The icons "kmi" and "°E" will start flashing.
"Kmi" represents the combination of "km" (kilometres) and "mi" (miles)
"°E" represents the combination of "°C" (degrees Celsius) and "°F" (degrees Fahren-heit).
Pushing the "MODE" button «R» for less than a second, the icons "km" and "mi" areselected in sequential manner.
Push the "SET" button «M» to confirm the selection.
Now the ambient temperature icon "°C" or "°F" starts flashing.
Pushing the "MODE" button «R» for less than a second, the icons " °C" and " °F" areselected in sequential manner.
Push the "SET" button «M» to confirm the selection.
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01_07
Key switch (01_07)
1. LOCK = Ignition disabled, extractable key, mechanical antitheft device ena-bled. The parking brake cannot be released when pressed and cannot bepressed when released.
2. « OFF » = Ignition disabled, extractable key, mechanical antitheft device dis-abled and enabled/disabled parking brake.
3. ON = Ready to start, non-extractable key, mechanical antitheft device disa-bled.
4. «HELMET COMPARTMENT OPENING» = Helmet compartment openingposition. Press the key when in "OFF" or "ON" and turn it anticlockwise.
5. «FUEL TANK COVER OPENING» = Fuel tank cover opening position. Pressthe key when in "OFF" or "ON" and turn it clockwise.
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Locking the steering wheel (01_08)
Turn the handlebar to the left (as far as it will go), turn the key to «LOCK» and removethe key.
Releasing the steering wheel
Reinsert the key and turn it to «OFF».
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CAUTION
DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «KEY OFF» WHILE RIDING.
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Switch direction indicators (01_09)
Move switch «F» to the left to indicate a left turn; move switch «F» to the right toindicate a right turn. Push the central part of switch «F» to deactivate the turn indica-tors.
01_10
Horn button (01_10)
Push the button «E» to sound the horn.
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Light switch (01_11)
When the light switch «H» is set to «0», the low-beam light is on. When set to «1»,the high-beam light is activated. If the light switch «H» is pressed when set to «2», thehigh-beam light flashing is activated. The switch goes back to «0» automatically.
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Emergency flashing light button (01_12)
It enables the activation of the four turn indicators simultaneously. The control «D»can be enabled only with the key set to «ON», but once enabled, it keeps functioningeven if the key is set to «OFF» or «LOCK». To disable this function, simply turn theignition switch to «ON».
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Start-up button (01_13)
To start the engine, pull either brake lever and then press the starter button «R».
WARNING
THE VEHICLE WILL START BUT WILL IDLE IF THE RIDER IS NOT SEATED ONTHE SADDLE IN RIDING POSITION.
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Engine stop button (01_14)
The engine can be started when the emergency stop switch «N» is set to «1» RUN;if the emergency stop switch «N» is set to «0» OFF, the engine cannot be started orit shuts off if already running.
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Front suspension unlock-lock switch (01_15)
The «Q» switch engages and disengages the front suspension locking system.
As the topic is so complex, find the instructions for using this control in the Use chapter.
The immobilizer system
In order to enhance theft protection, the vehicle is equipped with a «PIAGGIO IMMO-BILIZER » electronic engine locking device that is activated automatically when theignition switch is removed. Upon start-up, the «PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER» systemchecks the starter key, and only if this key is recognised will the Immobiliser systemallow the vehicle to be started.
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Keys (01_16, 01_17, 01_18)
Two types of keys come with the vehicle:
Key «A» is the «MASTER» key. Only a single copy of this key is supplied, which isnecessary to program all your other keys and for your dealer to perform some main-tenance operations. We therefore recommend that it be used only under exceptionalcircumstances.
Starter key «B» (single copy) is the one used for start-up and for opening the rearcase.
Together with the keys comes a CODE CARD which is imprinted with the mechanicalcode of the keys.
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01_18
WARNING
LOSING THE MASTER KEY PREVENTS ANY FURTHER REPAIR OF THE "PIAG-GIO IMMOBILISER" SYSTEM AND OF THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT.
WARNING
KEEP THE "CODE CARD" AND THE MASTER KEY IN A SAFE PLACE (NOT INTHE VEHICLE).
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Immobilizer device enabled indicator led (01_19)
Activation of the "PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER" system is signalled by a flashing «A»indicator. In order to reduce battery discharge, the indicator LED turns off automaticallyafter 48 hours of uninterrupted functioning. Should the system fail, different LED flash-ing patterns will provide the Authorised Service Centre with information on the typeof fault detected.
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Operation
Each time the ignition switch B» is removed while in the «OFF» or «LOCK» positions,the protection system activates the engine lock. Turning the ignition key «B» to«ON» disables the engine lock, provided that the safety system recognises the codetransmitted by the key. If the code is not recognised, turn the ignition switch B» firstto «OFF» and then back to «ON» again; if lock persists, try again using the «A» MAS-TER key. If the engine cannot be started, contact an Authorised Service Centre,which is provided with the electronic equipment required to detect and repair the sys-tem.
When the supplementary starter keys are required, remember that the all the keys,whether new or existing, should be programmed.
Contact an Authorised Service Centre and bring the «A» MASTER key and all«B» starter keys that you own.
The codes of starter keys not submitted for the new programming procedure are de-leted from the memory. Any lost starter keys will therefore not be enabled to start theengine.
WARNING
EACH KEY HAS ITS OWN AND UNIQUE CODE, WHICH MUST BE STORED INTHE SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT MEMORY.
VIOLENT SHOCKS MAY AFFECT THE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OF THEKEY.
IF THE VEHICLE IS SOLD, THE MASTER-HANDGRIP KEY (AS WELL AS THEOTHER STARTER KEYS) AND THE «CODE CARD» MUST ALSO BE TRANS-FERRED TO THE NEW OWNER.
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Programming the immobilizer system (01_20)
Below is described the procedure to follow for programming the PIAGGIO IMMOBIL-ISER system and/or for storing other key codes. The programming procedure shouldbe carried out with the engine stop switch set to «RUN».
START PROCEDURE
Insert the «MASTER» key «A» into the ignition switch (in «OFF») and turn it to«ON». After 1 - 3 seconds, turn the key to «OFF » again and pull it out.
INTERMEDIATE STAGE
After extracting the «MASTER» key «A», insert, within ten seconds, the key that isgoing to be programmed «B» and turn it immediately to «ON». After 1-3 seconds, turnthe key to «OFF» again and pull it out. In this way, a maximum of 7 keys can beprogrammed by repeating the above procedure and keeping the indicated times.
FINAL STAGE
After extracting the key to be programmed «B», insert the «MASTER» key «A» againand turn it to «ON» (perform this operation within the 10 seconds following the ex-traction of the previous key). Leave it in this position for 1 to 3 seconds and return itto «OFF».
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01_20
CORRECT PROGRAMMING CHECK PHASE
Insert the «MASTER» key «A» disabling the transponder «C» (i.e., by tilting the keycap by 90°), and turn the key to «ON». Perform the engine starter operation. Ensurethat the engine does not start. Insert the programmed key «B» and repeat the starteroperation. Check that engine starts.
WARNING
SHOULD YOU START THE ENGINE WITH THE MASTER KEY (WITH TRANS-PONDER OFF) OR IN THE EVENT OF WRONG OPERATION DURING PROGRAM-MING, REPEAT THE PROCEDURE FROM THE BEGINNING.
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Accessing the fuel tank (01_21)
To open the fuel tank cover, set the key to «OFF» or « ON», then press and turn itclockwise.
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01_23
The saddle (01_22, 01_23)
The saddle is supplied with a protection cover which may be used in case of rain.
Lift the saddle and extract the cover from its housing, then extend it over the wholelength of the saddle, starting from the front-end; do not over stretch the cover to avoidtearing the material; close the saddle.
CAUTION
DON'T RIDE THE VEHICLE WITH THE PROTECTION COVER ON THE SADDLE .
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Saddle opening via button to access helmet compartment(01_24, 01_25)
When the key is set to «ON» or «OFF», the saddle can be opened by pressing button«T». The saddle cannot be opened when the key is set to «LOCK».
WARNING
OBJECTS INAPPROPRIATELY ARRANGED INSIDE THE HELMET COMPART-MENT MAY DEFORM THE SADDLE CAUSING THE COURTESY LIGHT TO RE-
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01_25
MAIN ON AND THIS WILL DISCHARGE THE BATTERY. IN ANY CASE, THEWARNING LIGHT "I" ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL SIGNALS IF THE LIGHT ISON OR OFF.
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Opening the saddle to access the helmet compartment in anemergency (01_26, 01_27)
If the vehicle battery is discharged, proceed as follows to open the saddle:
1. Open the rear compartment with the ignition switch2. Softly press with your hand on the point shown in the photo and in the sense
indicated by the arrow inside the helmet compartment until the saddle closingdevice springs
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01_28
Opening of top box (01_28, 01_29)
When the key is set to «ON» or «OFF» the rear compartment can be opened bypressing button «U» on the handlebar.
01_29
If the vehicle battery is discharged, open the rear compartment by pressing and turningthe key switch as shown in the photograph.
Identification (01_30, 01_31)
Identification registration numbers are made up of a prefix and a number, stamped onthe chassis and on the engine. These numbers must always be quoted when orderingspare parts. We recommend checking that the chassis registration number stampedon the vehicle corresponds with that on the vehicle documentation.
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CAUTION
PLEASE REMIND THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION NUM-BERS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS (IMPOUNDING OF THEVEHICLE, ETC.).
01_30
Chassis number
To read the chassis number, remove the lid «A» in the helmet compartment.
01_31
Engine number
The engine number «B» is stamped near the rear left shock absorber lower support.
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Bag clip (01_32)
To use the retractable bag hook «B» mounted on the leg shield back plate, pull itslightly towards the back of the vehicle.
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Chap. 02Use
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Checks
Before using the vehicle, check:
1. That there is enough fuel in the fuel tank.
2. That the fluid level for front and rear brakes is correct.
3. That tyres are properly inflated.
4. The correct functioning of daylight running lights, headlamp, turn indicators, stoplight and license plate light.
5. The correct functioning of front and rear brakes.
6. The oil level in the gearcase.
7. Engine oil level.
8. The coolant level.
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Refuelling (02_01, 02_02)
Fuel: Open the access door to the fuel tank cap and remove the cap «T».
Recommended fuel: Unleaded petrol, min octane rating of 95. The instrument «G»indicates fuel level and the warning light «L» signals the reserve.
WARNING
SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE REFUELLING WITH PETROL.
PETROL IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE.
DO NOT SMOKE AND KEEP NAKED FLAMES AT A DISTANCE:FIRE HAZARD.
DO NOT INHALE FUEL FUMES.
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DO NOT ALLOW PETROL TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH HOT ENGINE ORANY PLASTIC PARTS.
CAUTION
PETROL DAMAGES THE PLASTIC PARTS OF THE BODYWORK.
WARNING
DO NOT RIDE WITH THE FUEL TANK ALMOST EMPTY, LACK OF FUEL CANDAMAGE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.
CAUTION
USING NON-RECOMMENDED PETROL REDUCES THE EFFICIENCY OF THEEXHAUST AND FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEMS.
CAUTION
DO NOT USE THE VEHICLE TO THE COMPLETE EXHAUSTION OF THE FUEL;SHOULD THIS OCCUR, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE ENGINE. TURN THEIGNITION SWITCH TO «OFF» AND TOP-UP THE TANK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES COULD DAMAGE THE FUEL PUMPAND/OR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.
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WARNING
IT IS HIGHLY INADVISABLE TO REFUEL USING METHODS OTHER THAN NOR-MAL FUEL PUMPS. IF PETROL IS NOT COMPLETELY CLEAN, IT CAN DAMAGETHE FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEM FILTERS.
CAUTION
USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFEOF THE ENGINE.
CharacteristicFuel tank
12.0 ± 0.5 l
02_03
Tyre pressure (02_03)
Check tyre pressure and wear periodically (roughly every 500 km). Tyres feature wearindicators; replace tyres as soon as these indicators become visible on the tyre tread.Also check that the tyres do not show signs of splitting at the sides or irregular treadwear; if this occurs go to an authorised workshop or at least to a workshop equippedto replace tyres.
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CAUTION
TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD.INCOR-RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID-ING DANGEROUS.
TYRES MUST BE REPLACED WHEN THE TREAD REACHES THE WEAR LIMITSSET FORTH BY LAW.
TYRE INFLATION PRESSUREFront tyre pressure 1.6 bar
Rear tyre pressure 2.8 bar
TYRESFront tyre Without inner tube 120/70-12" 51P
Rear tyre Without inner tube: 140/60-14" 64P
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02_04
Shock absorbers adjustment (02_04)
The preloading of the springs can be adjusted to 4 positions acting on the ring nutlocated in the lower part of the shock absorbers with the specific spanner supplied.
Position 1: minimum preload: rider only
Position 2 medium preloading: rider only
Position 3 medium preloading: rider and passenger
Position 4: maximum preloading: rider, passenger, and luggage.
In order to carry out this operation you will need to use the specific spanner in the kit.
CAUTION
RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH THE SPRING PRELOADING NOT CORRECTLY SETFOR THE RIDER AND POSSIBLE PASSENGER, COULD REDUCE THE COM-FORT OF THE RIDE AND THE PRECISION OF THE STEERING.
WARNING
WE RECOMMEND WEARING GLOVES WHILE CARRYING OUT THIS OPERA-TION IN ORDER TO AVOID INJURIES.
WARNING
IT IS ABSOLUTELY FORBIDDEN TO ADJUST THE PRELOAD DIFFERENTLY ONTHE TWO SHOCK ABSORBERS
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Running in
DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM. DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80% OF ITSMAX. SPEED. AVOID OPENING THE THROTTLE GRIP COMPLETELY OR KEEP-ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD. AFTER THEFIRST 1000 KM. INCREASE SPEED PROGRESSIVELY, IF POSSIBLE, UNTIL THEMAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IS OBTAINED.
CAUTION
IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE VEHICLE, PLEASE COMPLY WITH THERULES LISTED ABOVE.
02_05
Starting up the engine (02_05, 02_06, 02_07)
The vehicle is supplied with an ignition cut-off system, activated by the emergencycut-off switch. The engine cannot be started if the ignition cut-off switch is in theOFF position.
A running engine automatically shuts off when the emergency stop switch is set toOFF.
The vehicle is equipped with automatic transmission with direct drive, so that startingis effected by turning the throttle grip to idle speed; to start-off from stationary position,progressively twist the throttle grip. The vehicle is equipped with an electrical fuelpump that switches on automatically as soon as the engine is started. The vehicle hasa front suspension locking system; a sensor placed under the saddle will prevent thevehicle motion, but not ignition, if the rider is not seated in riding position.
In order to start the vehicle:
1. Rest the vehicle on its centre stand, ensuring the rear wheel is not touching theground.
2. Maintain the throttle grip "P" completely untwisted.
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02_06
02_07
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch «A» and turn it to «ON».
4. Make sure that switch «N» is in the «ON» position.
5. Either pull the front brake lever «O» or the rear brake lever «G» and then press thestarter button «R».
WARNING
THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAKES THE REAR WHEEL TURN EVENWHEN THE THROTTLE IS SLIGHTLY TWISTED. RELEASE THE BRAKE CARE-FULLY AFTER STARTING, AND THEN ACCELERATE GRADUALLY.
CAUTION
DO NOT START-UP THE ENGINE IN CLOSED AREAS BECAUSE EXHAUSTGASES ARE TOXIC.
CAUTION
DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CANREACH, ALWAYS TAKE CARE, WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE, THAT THE EX-HAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TOAVOID SERIOUS BURNS.
CAUTION
DO NOT SHUT OFF THE ENGINE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. UNBURNEDFUEL COULD ENTER THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND BURN, CAUSING THECONVERTER TO OVERHEAT AND POSSIBLY DESTROYING IT.
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CAUTION
DO NOT PUSH THE STARTER BUTTON OR TURN THE IGNITION SWITCH TO«ON» WHEN THE TANK IS EMPTY BECAUSE IT COULD DAMAGE THE START-UP SYSTEM.
WARNING
NEVER TRY TO START-UP THE ENGINE WITH THE THROTTLE GRIP TWISTED.THIS MAY LEAD TO LOSING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND TO ROLLOVER,WITH CONSEQUENT SERIOUS OR, IN SOME CASES, LETHAL INJURIES.
Precautions
CAUTION
NEVER STRESS THE ENGINE AT LOW TEMPERATURES IN ORDER TO AVOIDPOSSIBLE DAMAGE. BE CAREFUL NEVER TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM SPEEDWHILE RUNNING DOWNHILL, IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ENGINE.IN ANY CASE, IN ORDER TO PRESERVE THE ENGINE FROM PROLONGEDOVERREVVING, THE REVOLUTION LIMITER WILL BE ACTIVATED IF THE EN-GINE SPEED EXCEEDS THE ESTABLISHED THRESHOLD.
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WARNING
AFTER A LONG DISTANCE COVERED AT THE MAXIMUM SPEED, DO NOT STOPTHE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY, BUT LET IT RUN AT IDLE FOR A FEW SECONDS.
02_08
Stopping the engine (02_08)
Fully untwist the throttle grip, then rotate the key in the switch «A » to «KEYOFF» (extractable key).
CAUTION
DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CANREACH, ALWAYS TAKE CARE, WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE, THAT THE EX-HAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TOAVOID SERIOUS BURNS.
CAUTION
DO NOT SHUT OFF THE ENGINE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. UNBURNEDFUEL COULD ENTER THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND BURN, CAUSING THECONVERTER TO OVERHEAT AND POSSIBLY DESTROYING IT.
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02_09
Stand (02_09)
Push with your foot on the centre stand's fork "F" while lifting the vehicle backward,holding onto the handlebar.
Automatic transmission
To ensure simple, pleasurable riding, the vehicle is equipped with automatic trans-mission with regulator and centrifugal clutch. The system is designed to provide thebest performance (acceleration and consumption) while riding on both flat roads anduphill.
If you have to stop on an uphill slope (traffic lights, traffic jam, etc.) use only the braketo keep the vehicle still, leaving the engine running at idle speed. Using theengine to keep the vehicle still can cause the clutch to overheat, due to thefriction of the clutch masses against the capstan. Do not accelerate with thehand brake engaged. It is always advisable to avoid prolonged clutch slippage con-ditions (besides those previously indicated) like driving up a steep hill fully loaded orstarting off with rider and passenger on a slope with a gradient greater than 25%.
Take the following precautions if the clutch overheats:
1. Do not continue riding in such conditions.
2. Let the clutch cool down with the engine at idle speed for a few minutes.
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Safe driving
Some simple tips are provided below that will enable you to use your vehicle on a dailybasis in greater safety and peace of mind. Your skill and your mechanical knowledgeare the basis of safe riding. We recommend trying out the vehicle in traffic-free zonesto familiarise with it.
1. Before riding off, remember to put on your helmet and fasten it correctly.
2.Reduce speed on rough roads and ride with care.
3. After riding on a long stretch of wet road without using the brakes, braking can bepoor at the beginning. Under these conditions, it is a good idea to operate the brakesfrom time to time.
4. Avoid setting off by mounting the vehicle while it is resting on the support. In anycase, the rear wheel should not be turning when it comes into contact with the ground,in order to avoid abrupt departures.
5. When riding the vehicle on roads with sand, mud, snow mixed with salt, etc., werecommend that you clean the brake disc frequently with a non-aggressive detergentin order to avoid the formation of abrasive build-ups in the holes, which could resultin early wear of brake pads.
CAUTION
ALWAYS RIDE WITHIN YOUR LIMITS RIDING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF AL-COHOL OR OTHER DRUGS AND CERTAIN MEDICINES IS EXTREMELY DAN-GEROUS.
CAUTION
IN ORDER TO PREVENT ANY ACCIDENTS RIDE VERY CAREFULLY AFTERADDING ACCESSORIES AND WHILE CARRYING LUGGAGE. ADDING ACCES-SORIES AND LUGGAGE CAN REDUCE THE VEHICLE'S STABILITY, PERFORM-ANCE AND SAFETY DURING USE.
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NEVER RIDE THE SCOOTER EQUIPPED WITH ACCESSORIES (TOP BOX AND/OR WINDSHIELD) AT A SPEED HIGHER THAN 100 km/h.
THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES-SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW.
IF THERE ARE ANY NON-PIAGGIO ACCESSORIES INSTALLED, OR AN AB-NORMAL LOAD, OR IF THE SCOOTER IS NOT IN A GENERALLY GOOD CON-DITION, OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT, SPEED SHOULDBE FURTHER REDUCED.
CAUTION
DO NOT ADJUST THE MIRRORS WHILE RIDING. THIS COULD CAUSE YOU TOLOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
CAUTION
ANY ELABORATION THAT MODIFIES THE VEHICLE'S PERFORMANCES, SUCHAS TAMPERING WITH ORIGINAL STRUCTURAL PARTS IS STRICTLY FORBID-DEN BY LAW, AND RENDERS THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TOTHE APPROVED TYPE AND DANGEROUS FOR RIDING.
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Front suspension locking system (02_10, 02_11, 02_12, 02_13,02_14, 02_15, 02_16)
The front suspension locking system simply prevents vehicle tilting when the «T »switch is pressed. The vehicle can be stopped without your feet touching the ground.
The warning light «E» starts flashing when the ignition switch is set to «ON». Thismeans that the system is enabled for locking activation.
When the «T» switch is turned to «1 » a continuous sound alarm signals that thelocking system is engaged and, at the same time, the warning light «E» turns onsteadily.
When the «T switch is turned to «2» an intermittent sound alarm signals that the lock-ing system is disengaged and, at the same time, the warning light «E » starts flashingagain. Warning light «E » turns off when riding starts. This means that the systemallows for vehicle tilting.
Engaging roll lock is possible only if the following conditions occur at the same time:
• Throttle completely untwisted.• Engine rpm below 2,500 rpm• Vehicle speed below 10 km/h.• Locking system WARNING light «Q » off (the system has not detected fail-
ures)If one of these conditions is not checked, the warning light «E » remains off and lockingcannot be engaged (in normal riding conditions, the warning light «E» is off).
With engine on, system locked and warning light «E» on, the suspension locking sys-tem is disengaged automatically and the warning light «E » turns off when the throttleis twisted to start the ride.
For riders' safety, the vehicle has a rider detection sensor in the saddle which ena-bles the system to prevent vehicle motion and suspension unlocking (in case of lockedsuspension) when the rider is not properly seated in riding position: in such case, theWARNING light «Q» turns on steadily
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CAUTION
THE RIDER DETECTION SENSOR IS LOCATED IN THE FRONT PART OF THESADDLE. AVOID PLACING BAGS OR HEAVY OBJECTS ACCIDENTALLY ONTHE SADDLE.
NOT OBSERVING THIS RULE MAY MOVE THE VEHICLE FORWARD AND RE-LEASE THE SUSPENSION LOCKING SYSTEM EVEN IF THE RIDER IS NOTSEATED, BY SIMPLY TWISTING THE THROTTLE GRIP. THE VEHICLE COULDFALL ACCIDENTALLY AS A CONSEQUENCE.
WARNING
EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED, MAKE SURE THE FRONT SUSPEN-SION LOCKING SYSTEM IS ENGAGED. OTHERWISE, PLACE YOUR FEET ONTHE GROUND TO KEEP THE VEHICLE UPRIGHT.
WARNING
AVOID USING THE LOCKING SYSTEM WHEN RIDING THE VEHICLE ALONG IR-REGULAR ROADS OR ROADS WITH OBSTACLES (E.G. ROAD HUMPS, SIDE-WALK, ETC.).
IN CASE OF ENGINE FAILURE (DISCHARGED BATTERY) AVOID PULLING THEVEHICLE WITH THE LOCKING SYSTEM ENGAGED.
WITH THE LOCKING SYSTEM ENGAGED AND THE ENGINE OFF, AVOID MOV-ING THE VEHICLE AT SPEEDS ABOVE 5 Km/h.
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WARNING
IF THE RIDER IS NOT SEATED ON THE SADDLE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS INMOTION AND THE LOCKING SYSTEM IS ENGAGED, AVOID OPERATING THETHROTTLE CONTROL PURPOSELESSLY AS THIS MAY DAMAGE THE CATA-LYTIC CONVERTER.
CAUTION
DO NOT RIDE DOWNHILL WITH THE SUSPENSION LOCKING SYSTEM ENGAG-ED AND THE IGNITION SWITCH SET TO OFF.
02_12
With the vehicle off and the suspension locking system engaged, it is possible to getoff the vehicle without using the stand. For safety reasons, it is recommended to pressthe hand brake lever shown in the figure, moving it form position «A » to position«B».
When the hand brake «B» is engaged, warning light «R» on the instrument panel turnson.
When the hand brake is set to «B» and the ignition switch is turned to position «1»,the safety system that prevents the hand brake from getting released is activated. Torelease the hand brake, turn the ignition switch to «2» or «3». If the switch is set to«1 », the hand brake can also be engaged.
WARNING
IT IS PREFERABLE TO USE THE STAND IF THE VEHICLE STOPS ON A STEEPSLOPE.
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02_14
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE CUSTOMARY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR CASESWHEN THE VEHICLE STOPS ON A STEEP SLOPE. TURN THE WHEELS SOTHAT THE POTENTIAL MOVEMENT CAUSED BY THE SLOPE TAKES THATWHEEL AGAINST THE SIDEWALK. WITH THE STEERING LOCK ENGAGED,MANOEUVRE SO THAT THE SIDEWALK IS TO THE RIGHT WHEN YOUR VEHI-CLE IS PARKED UPHILL AND TO THE LEFT WHEN PARKED DOWNHILL.
02_15
If the WARNING light «Q » turns on (flashes), it means that there is a failure in thefront suspension locking system. Therefore, it is necessary to contact an AuthorisedService Centre. If the front suspension is locked, it can be unlocked by operating the«T» switch twice quickly on the unlocking position «2». Once the suspension is un-locked, the vehicle can be normally used, except for the locking system which will bedisengaged.
For some cases of failure, the vehicle speed is auto-limited to 30 Km/h. This automaticprocedure is activated to enhance safety until the failure is eliminated.
Always contact an Authorised Service Centre.
If the continuous sound alarm is activated when the WARNING light «Q» turns on(steadily), try to unlock the system by operating the «T » switch twice quickly on the
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unlocking position «2».If it cannot be unlocked, contact an Authorised Service Cen-tre.
02_17
Parking brake (02_17)
To engage the parking brake «B», move the lever from position «1» to position «2».
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Integral pedal braking system (02_18, 02_19, 02_20)
The vehicle is equipped with an integral braking system controlled by the brake pedal"A"located on the right hand footrest. Operating this pedal brakes both the front brakediscs and the rear brake disc simultaneously.
The brake pedal functions simultaneously with the conventional braking system. As aresult, any of the three braking controls may be used indifferently.
An optional "heelrest" kit is also available for optimised rider comfort. To install theheelrest, remove the rubber footrest mat and cut off approximately 20 cm of the mat.Using the screws, spacer and clamps provided, fix the plate as shown in the diagram.
CAUTION
AS THE SYSTEM IS LINKED TO THE CONVENTIONAL BRAKE PUMPS, OPER-ATING HANDLEBAR CONTROLS AND FOOT PEDAL MAY CAUSE A PERCEP-TIBLE MOVEMENT OF THE BRAKE LEVERS AND VICE VERSA.
THIS IS NORMAL.
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Chap. 03Maintenance
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Engine oil level
Four stroke engine oil is used in the engines in order to lubricate the timing bodies,the bench bearings and the thermal group. An insufficient quantity of oil can seri-ously damage the engine. In all four-stroke engines, a loss of efficiency in oilperformance and certain consumption should be considered normal. Consumptioncan particularly reflect the conditions of use (i.e. when driving at 'full acceleration' allthe time, oil consumption increases). The replacement intervals provided for by themaintenance programme are defined depending on the total content of oil in the en-gine and the average consumption measured following standardised methods. Inorder to prevent any problems, we recommend checking oil level more fre-quently than indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance table or before setting offon long journeys. The vehicle is, however, equipped with an oil pressure warn-ing light on the instrument panel.
03_01
Engine oil level check (03_01, 03_02)
Every time the vehicle is used, visually inspect the level of the engine oil when theengine is cold (after completely unscrewing the oil cap/dipstick). The oil level shouldbe somewhere between the MAX and MIN index marks on the level rod; «A»; whilethe oil is being checked, the vehicle must be resting on its centre stand on an even,horizontal surface.
If the check is carried out after the vehicle has been used, and therefore with a hotengine, the level will be lower; in order to carry out a correct check, wait at least 10minutes after the engine has been stopped so as to get the correct level.
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Engine oil top-up
Always check the oil level before topping up, and add oil without exceeding theMAX level. Getting an oil level between the MIN and MAX levels requires ~ 400 cm³of oil. Take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre to have the oil checkedand if necessary, topped-up as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table.
03_03
Warning light (insufficient oil pressure) (03_03)
The vehicle is equipped with a warning light that comes on when the key is turned to«ON». However, this light should switch off once the engine has been started. If thelight comes on while braking, at idle speed or while turning a corner, it is nec-essary to check the oil level and top it up if required. If after having topped-upthe oil, the warning light still comes on while braking, at idle speed or whileturning a corner, it will be necessary to take your vehicle to an Authorised Serv-ice Centre.
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Engine oil change (03_04, 03_05, 03_06)
Have oil changed and cartridge filter «C» replaced as indicated in the scheduledmaintenance table at an Authorised Service Centre. The engine should be emptiedby draining the oil through drainage plug «B » of the mesh filter on the flywheel side.In order to facilitate oil drainage, loosen the cap/dipstick. Since a certain quantity ofoil still remains in the circuit, add approx. 950 to 1000 cm³ of oil through the cap «A.Then start the engine, leave it running for a few minutes and shut it off: after 5 minutes,check the level and if necessary, top-up without exceeding the MAX level. The car-tridge filter must be replaced at every oil change. For top-ups and changes, use newoil of the recommended type.
WARNING
RUNNING THE ENGINE WITH INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OR WITH INADE-QUATE LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES THE WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVINGPARTS AND CAN CAUSE IRRETRIEVABLE DAMAGE.
WARNING
EXCESSIVE OIL LEVEL AT TOP-UPS CAN LEAD TO SCALE FORMATION ANDVEHICLE MALFUNCTION.
CAUTION
USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. FOROIL CHANGE, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE WHICH IS EQUIP-PED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY ANDLEGAL WAY.
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CAUTION
USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFEOF THE ENGINE.
Recommended productseni i-Ride PG 5W-40
Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance four-stroke engines.JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3
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03_08
Hub oil level (03_07, 03_08)
Check the oil in the rear hub. (oil content ~ 250 cc). To check the rear hub oil level,proceed as follows:
1) Rest the vehicle onto its centre stand, on level ground.
2) Unscrew the dipstick «A», dry it with a clean cloth and then reinsert it screwing itfully into place.
3) Pull out the dipstick to control that the oil level reaches the second notch from thebottom, as indicated by the arrow in figure, this is the correct level and must remainconstant at all times.
4) Screw the dipstick back in, checking that it is correctly locked in place.
N.B.
THE NOTCHES ON THE HUB OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK, EXCEPT THE ONE INDI-CATING THE MAX LEVEL, REFER TO OTHER MODELS BY THE MANUFACTUR-ER AND HAVE NO SPECIFIC FUNCTION FOR THIS MODEL.
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CAUTION
RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH INSUFFICIENT HUB LUBRICATION OR WITH CON-TAMINATED OR IMPROPER LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES THE WEAR ANDTEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE.
CAUTION
USED OIL CAN HARM THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSALSHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS IN FORCE.
CAUTION
AN EXCESSIVE QUANTITY OF OIL CAN LEAD TO SPILL OVER, WHICH MAYCAUSE THE ENGINE AND THE WHEEL TO GET DIRTY.
CAUTION
WHEN REPLACING THE HUB OIL DO NOT LET THE OIL COME INTO CONTACTWITH THE REAR BRAKE DISC.
CAUTION
FOR OIL REPLACEMENT, CONTACT ANY AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE ASTHEY ARE EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLYFRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY.
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CharacteristicRear hub oil
250 cc
03_09
Tyres (03_09)
Check tyre pressure and wear periodically (roughly every 500 km). Tyres feature wearindicators; replace tyres as soon as these indicators become visible on the tyre tread.Also check that the tyres do not show signs of splitting at the sides or irregular treadwear; if this occurs go to an authorised workshop or at least to a workshop equippedto replace tyres.
CAUTION
TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD.INCOR-RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID-ING DANGEROUS.
TYRES MUST BE REPLACED WHEN THE TREAD REACHES THE WEAR LIMITSSET FORTH BY LAW.
WARNING
THE WHEELS FITTED WITH TYRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED. RIDINGTHE VEHICLE WITH VERY LOW TYRE PRESSURE OR WITH INCORRECTLYBALANCED TYRES CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS.
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TYRE INFLATION PRESSUREFront tyre pressure 1.6 bar
Rear tyre pressure 2.8 bar
TYRESFront tyre Without inner tube 120/70-12" 51P
Rear tyre Without inner tube: 140/60-14" 64P
03_10
Spark plug dismantlement (03_10, 03_11)
Proceed as follows:
- Remove the case that grants access to the spark plug located on the right side fairingby unscrewing the indicated screw.
- Disconnect cap «A» from the spark plug HV cable by turning it clockwise until re-leasing it from the retainer.
- Unscrew the spark plug using the wrench supplied.
- When refitting, place the spark plug into the hole at the corresponding angle andfinger tighten it as far as it will go. Use the wrench only to tighten it.
- Place cap «A» fully over the spark plug, making sure it is in the retainer again.
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WARNING
SPARK PLUG MUST BE REMOVED WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD. REPLACETHE SPARK PLUG AS INDICATED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE.THE USE OF ELECTRONIC CENTRAL UNITS AND OF NON-COMPLIANT ELEC-TRONIC IGNITIONS OR SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THOSE PRESCRIBEDMAY SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE ENGINE.
N.B.
USE OF SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THE INDICATED TYPE OR UNSHIELDEDSPARK PLUG CAPS CAN LEAD TO FAULTS IN THE VEHICLE 'S ELECTRICALSYSTEM.
RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUGSpark plug NGK CR8EKB
Electrode gap 0.7 to 0.8 mm
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Removing the air filter (03_12)
Proceed as follows:
Undo the clamping screws «A» (two of which are on the knob-type head) and removethe air-box cover.
Air filter cleaning
1. Wash the sponge with water and mild soap.
2. Dry it with a clean cloth and short blasts of compressed air.
3. Impregnate the sponge with a mixture of 50% petrol and 50% specified oil.
4. Gently squeeze the filtering element, let it drip dry and then refit it.
CAUTION
IF THE VEHICLE IS USED ON DUSTY ROADS IT IS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUTMAINTENANCE CHECKS OF THE AIR FILTER MORE OFTEN TO AVOID DAM-AGING THE ENGINE.
Recommended productsAGIP FILTER OIL
Special product for the treatment of foam filters.-
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03_15
Cooling fluid level (03_13, 03_14, 03_15, 03_16)
Engine cooling is carried out by a forced-circulation coolant system. The cooling circuitholds coolant consisting of a mixture of 50% de-ionised water and 50% glycol ethyl-ene-based antifreeze solution with corrosion inhibitors. Recommended coolant: sup-plied with the vehicle, already mixed and ready for use. For proper engine functioning,the coolant temperature must be between the 4th and 7th lit segment, as indicated bythe instrument «D» on the digital instrument panel. When the 9th segment lights up,the icon and all the segments start flashing; stop the engine, let it cool down and checkthe fluid level; if the level is OK, contact an Authorised Service Centre.
Check coolant when the engine is cold as indicated in the scheduled maintenancetable.
1. Rest the vehicle upright on the stand and remove the screw of the expansion tankcap shown in the photograph.
2. Remove the expansion tank cover «A» by turning it anticlockwise.
3. Look inside the expansion tank: the fluid level must always be between the min andthe max level
4. If the coolant level is near the minimum mark, top up when the engine is cold.
If the coolant needs to be topped up frequently or the expansion tank is completelydry, check the cooling system to find the cause of the problem. It is therefore essentialto have the cooling system checked at an Authorised Service Centre. Replace cool-ant as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table. Take your vehicle to anAuthorised Service Centre for this operation.
N.B.
SHOULD THE 9th SEGMENT OF THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE INDICATORCOME ON DURING A NON-DEMANDING RIDE, SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND LETIT COOL DOWN. THEN CHECK THE COOLANT LEVEL; IF THE LEVEL IS OK,CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE.
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WARNING
TO AVOID THE RISK OF SCALDING, DO NOT UNSCREW THE EXPANSIONTANK COVER WHILE THE ENGINE IS STILL HOT.
WARNING
TO PREVENT AVOID HARMFUL FLUID LEAKAGE WHILE RIDING, ENSURETHAT THE LEVEL NEVER EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM VALUE.
TO ENSURE CORRECT ENGINE OPERATION, KEEP THE RADIATOR GRILLECLEAN.
Recommended productsAGIP PERMANENT SPEZIAL
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze fluid with organic inhibition additives. Red, ready touse.ASTM D 3306 - ASTM D 4656 - ASTM D 4985 - CUNA NC 956-16
03_17
Checking the brake oil level (03_17, 03_18, 03_19)
The front and rear brake fluid reservoirs are both positioned on the handlebar. Proceedas follows:
1. Place the vehicle on its centre stand and make sure the handlebar is centred;
2. Check the fluid through the specific sight glass «C».
To check the integral braking system fluid level, remove the cover on the right handside of the footrest, undoing the screw "D". Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir"E"
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03_19
A drop in the brake fuel level may be caused by pad wear. Should the level appear tobe below the minimum mark, please contact an Authorised Service Centre or Deal-er in order to have the braking system thoroughly checked.
03_20
Braking system fluid top up (03_20, 03_21, 03_22)
Proceed as follows:Loosen the screw «B» and lift the plastic cover «A» in order to access the brake fluidreservoir. Loosen the two fastener screws and remove the reservoir cap and top upwith the recommended fluid only.
This procedure applies to the rear brake pump top-up operation; follow the same pro-cedure for the front brake pump.
To top up the integral braking system brake fluid, partially remove the fluid reservoirfrom its mounting, taking care not to detach the pipe. Loosen screw "F", lift out thereservoir as shown in the photo and remove the cap to top up the fluid level.
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03_22
Under normal climatic conditions, the brake fluid should be changed every 2 years.
This operation must be carried out by trained personnel; take your vehicle to an au-thorised Service centre or Dealer.
WARNING
ONLY USE DOT 4-CLASSIFIED BRAKE FLUID. BRAKE CIRCUIT FLUID IS VERYCORROSIVE; MAKE SURE THAT IT DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITHTHE PAINTWORK.
CAUTION
AVOID CONTACT OF BRAKE FLUID WITH EYES, SKIN, AND CLOTHING. INCASE OF CONTACT, RINSE WITH WATER. THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID ISHYGROSCOPIC, THAT IS, IT ABSORBS HUMIDITY FROM THE SURROUNDINGAIR. IF THE HUMIDITY IN THE BRAKING FLUID EXCEEDS A CERTAIN VALUE,IT WILL LEAD TO INEFFICIENT BRAKING. NEVER USE BRAKING FLUID KEPTIN CONTAINERS THAT HAVE ALREADY BEEN OPENED, OR PARTIALLY USED.
Recommended productsAGIP BRAKE 4
Brake fluid.Synthetic fluid SAE J 1703 -FMVSS 116 - DOT 3/4 - ISO 4925 - CUNA NC 956 DOT4
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Battery (03_23)
To access the battery, proceed as follows:
1. Place the scooter on its centre stand;
2. Open the saddle, following the previously described procedure;
3. Remove the two fasteners "A" and the cover "B".
WARNING
IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, NEVER DISCON-NECT THE WIRING WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
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Use of a new battery (03_24, 03_25)
Make sure that the terminals are connected correctly.
CAUTION
DO NOT REVERSE THE POLARITY: RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT AND DAMAGETO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
WARNING
USED BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTIONAND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA-TIONS IN FORCE.
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CAUTION
COMPLY WITH THE INSTALLATION OF BATTERY CABLES, OTHERWISE INTHE EVENT OF REVERSE POLARITY, NOT ONLY THE FUSES 20A 30A AND 15AWILL BE INTERRUPTED, BUT THIS MIGHT ALSO DAMAGE THE ELECTRONICIGNITION AND INJECTION DEVICE.
Long periods of inactivity
If the vehicle has not been used for long periods, it is necessary to periodically re-charge the battery, bearing in mind that the battery tends to go completely flat withinaround three months. The battery must be recharged with a current load equal to 1/10of the battery rated capacity (~ 1A), for a period not longer than 8 hours. For thisoperation contact an Authorised Service Centre. When refitting a removed battery,make sure that all terminals are properly connected.
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Fuses (03_26, 03_27, 03_28, 03_29, 03_30)
The electrical system is equipped with twelve fuses to protect the different installationcircuits divided in two fuse boxes, located inside the battery compartment «A», andinside the footrest «B» on the left side of the vehicle and can be reached by unscrewingscrew «C». The chart shows the position and characteristics of the fuses in the vehicle.
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03_28
03_29
CAUTION
BEFORE REPLACING A BLOWN FUSE, FIND AND SOLVE THE FAILURE THATCAUSED IT TO BLOW. NEVER TRY TO REPLACE THE FUSE WITH ANY OTHERMATERIAL (E.G., A PIECE OF ELECTRIC WIRE).
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FUSESFuse No. 1 Capacity: 30A
Protected circuits:Voltageregulator
Location:battery compartment
Fuse No. 2 Capacity: 20A
Protected circuits:battery-powered fuse No. 7, live fuses No.8 - No. 9 - No.10 - No.11
Location:battery compartment
Fuse No. 3 Capacity: 20AProtected circuits: Parkingelectronic control unit.
Fuse No. 4 Capacity: 15 A
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Protected circuits:Battery powerfor prewiring for saddle releasereceiver, top box and helmetcompartment light, headlightsolenoid, turn indicator controldevice, prewiring for antitheftsystem, top box actuator andsaddle release. Fuse No. 12 live
Location:battery compartment
Fuse No. 5 Capacity: 15 A
Protected circuits:Battery powerfor injection load, KUBO ECUpower.
Location:battery compartment
Fuse No. 6 Capacity: 15 A
Protected circuits:Battery powerfor electric fan solenoid.
Location:battery compartment
Fuse No. 7 Capacity: 7.5 A
Protected circuits:Battery-powered instrument panel
Location:footrest
Fuse No. 8 Capacity: 10A
Protected circuits:Live stop andstart lights
Location:footrest
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Fuse No. 9 Capacity: 7.5 A
Protected circuits:live passingand horn
Location:footrest
Fuse No. 10 Capacity: 7.5A
Protected circuits:Live power forstart enable, injection loadsolenoid, electric fan solenoid,KUBO ECU and immobiliserantenna.
Location:footrest
Fuse No. 11 Capacity: 7.5A
Protected circuits:Live ECUparking lever, antitheft device,instrument panel, headlightsolenoid, horn solenoid
Location:footrest
Fuse No. 12 Capacity: 7.5A
Protected circuits:Live power forturn indicator flasher relay,prewiring for saddle releasereceiver, daylight running lights,instrument panel lighting.
Location:footrest
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Lamps
BULBSLow beam bulb Type: HALOGEN (H1)
Power: 12V - 55W
Quantity: 1
High beam light bulb Type: HALOGEN (H1)
Power: 12V - 55W
Quantity: 1
Front side light bulb Type: Incandescent (sphericalbulb)
Power: 12V - 5W
Quantity: 1
Front turn indicator light bulb Type: Incandescent (sphericalbulb)
Power: 12V - 10W
Quantity: 1 RHS + 1 LHS
Helmet compartment light bulb Type: CYLINDRIC
Power: 12V - 5W
Quantity: 1
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Stop light/rear daylight runninglight bulb
Type: SPHERICAL
Power: 12V - 10/5W
Quantity: 1 RHS + 1 LHS
Rear turn indicator light bulb Type: Incandescent (sphericalbulb)
Power: 12V - 10W
Quantity: 1 RHS + 1 LHS
Licence plate light bulb Type: ALL GLASS
Power: 12V - 5W
Quantity: 2
Instrument panel bulb Type: ALL GLASS
Power: 12V - 2W
Quantity: 4
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Front light group (03_31, 03_32, 03_33, 03_34, 03_35, 03_36,03_37, 03_38, 03_39, 03_40, 03_41)
To remove the rear light assembly, proceed as follows:
- Remove the PIAGGIO clip-on badge
- Undo the screw under the clip-on badge and remove the central headlight assemblycover
- Undo the two screws «A» fastening the front grille
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03_33
03_34
- Working from both sides of the vehicle, undo the screw «B» at the bottom of the frontgrille surround and retrieve the spacer
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- Working from both sides of the vehicle, undo the three screws «C» in the inner sideof the front wheel housing
03_36
- Undo the two screws «D» and remove the front grille surround
03_37
- Undo the two upper screws «E» fastening the headlight assembly
- Undo the two lower fastener screws «F» and remove the headlight assembly fromits seat
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03_39
- Remove the rubber shield and access the bulb holders «G» for the high beam andlow beam lights on the right and left hand sides of the headlight assembly respectively.Access the bulb holder «H» for the daylight running lights.
WARNING
HIGH- AND LOW-BEAM BULBS ARE HALOGEN TYPE: DO NOT TOUCH THEMWITH YOUR FINGERS TO AVOID DAMAGING THEIR FUNCTION.
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- To access the front daylight running light, once front grille surround has been re-moved, undo the two screws «I»
- Slide off the bulb holder «L» and replace the bulb.
CAUTION
DO NOT PULL THE ELECTRICAL WIRING TO EXTRACT THE BULB HOLDER.
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Headlight adjustment (03_42, 03_43)
Proceed as follows:
1. Position the unloaded vehicle, in running order and with the tyres inflated to theprescribed pressure, on a flat surface 10 m away from a half-lit white screen; ensurethat the longitudinal axis of the vehicle is perpendicular to the screen;
2. Remove the headlight assembly central cover
3. Turn on the headlight and check that the limit of the projected light beam is not over9/10 or below 7/10 of the distance from the ground to the centre of the vehicle head-light;
4. Otherwise, adjust the headlight with the screws«A» indicated in the figure
N.B.
THE ABOVE PROCEDURE COMPLIES WITH THE EUROPEAN STANDARDS RE-GARDING MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM HEIGHT OF LIGHT BEAMS. REFER TO THESTATUTORY REGULATIONS IN FORCE IN EVERY COUNTRY WHERE THE VE-HICLE IS USED.
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Front direction indicators (03_44)
To access the bulb, undo the screw «A» and remove the glass «B».
To replace the bulb, hold it and then turn it clockwise.
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Rear optical unit (03_45, 03_46, 03_47, 03_48, 03_49, 03_50)
To remove the rear light unit, proceed as follows:
- Open the rear compartment cover and undo the two screws «A».
- Undo the four screws «B» of the two license plate light bulb holders.
- Undo the two screws «C» by operating on both sides and remove the license platemounting «D» and the rear cover «E»
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- Undo the screw «F» from inside the rear case and slide off the rear light unit
- Undo the bulb holder «G» by turning anti-clockwise to remove the daylight runninglight and the stop light bulbs. The bulb holder «H» is not used.
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Rear turn indicators (03_51)
Remove the screw "A", then remove the turn indicator lens. Remove the bulb.
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Number plate light (03_52, 03_53)
To replace the license plate light bulbs, remove the two screws "C", then remove thebulb
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Helmet compartment lighting bulb (03_54)
Open the rear compartment and insert a small plain slot screwdriver in the lateral notchto detach the snap-on glass «D», then replace the bulb.
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Rear-view mirrors (03_55)
The mirrors can be set to the desired position by adjusting the mirror frame.
Front and rear disc brake
The brake disc and pad wear is automatically compensated, therefore it has no effecton the functioning of the front and rear brakes. For this reason it is not necessary toadjust the brakes. An excessively elastic brake lever stroke may indicate the presenceof air in the braking circuit or a failure in the braking system. In this case, mainly dueto the importance of brakes to guarantee safe riding conditions, the vehicle should betaken to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer.
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CAUTION
BRAKING SHOULD BEGIN AFTER ABOUT 1/3 OF THE BRAKE LEVER STROKE.
CAUTION
HAVE THE BRAKE PADS CHECKED BY THE DEALER ACCORDING TO THECHECKS SPECIFIED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE. HOWEVER,IN THE EVENT OF NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT AND/OR REAR BRAK-ING SYSTEM DURING OPERATION, IT IS ADVISABLE TO HAVE THE BRAKINGSYSTEM CHECKED BY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE OR DEALER. AF-TER REPLACING THE BRAKE PADS, DO NOT USE THE SCOOTER UNTIL YOUHAVE OPERATED THE BRAKE LEVER SEVERAL TIMES IN ORDER TO ALLOWTHE PLUNGERS TO SETTLE AND THE LEVER STROKE TO BE SET TO THECORRECT POSITION.
CAUTION
THE PRESENCE OF SAND, MUD, SNOW MIXED WITH SALT, ETC. ON THEROAD, CAN DRASTICALLY REDUCE THE LIFE OF THE BRAKE PADS. IN OR-DER TO AVOID THIS, WE RECOMMEND WASHING THE VEHICLE FREQUENTLYWHEN RIDING IN THESE ROAD CONDITIONS.
Puncture
The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless tyres (without inner tube). In the event of apuncture, Tubeless tyres - unlike tyres with inner tubes - go flat very slowly, resultingin a greater steering safety. In the event of a puncture, an emergency repair can becarried out using an "inflate and repair" spray can. For a final repair, take your vehicle
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to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer. The replacement of a tyre involves re-moving the wheel in question. Take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centreor Dealer for these operations.
CAUTION
TO USE THE "INFLATE AND REPAIR" SPRAY CAN PROPERLY, FOLLOW THEINSTRUCTIONS ON THE PACKAGING.
WARNING
THE WHEELS FITTED WITH TYRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED. RIDINGTHE VEHICLE WITH VERY LOW TYRE PRESSURE OR WITH INCORRECTLYBALANCED TYRES CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS.
Periods of inactivity
We recommend carrying out the following operations:
1. Clean the vehicle thoroughly and then cover it with a canvas;
2. Be careful to rest the vehicle on its centre stand disabling the front suspensionlocking system;
3. With engine off and piston at the bottom dead centre, remove the spark plug, add1 to 2 cc of oil through the opening (adding more oil may damage the engine). Operatethe starter button 1-2 times for roughly 1 second to turn the engine over slowly, theninsert the spark plug again;
4. Empty all fuel; spread antirust grease on the uncoated metal parts; keep the wheelslifted above the ground by resting the chassis on two wooden wedges;
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5. For the battery, follow the procedures described in the «Battery» section.
Recommended productseni i-Ride PG 5W-40
Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance four-stroke engines.JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3
Cleaning the vehicle
Use a low pressure jet of water to soften the caked dirt and mud deposited on thepainted surfaces. Once softened, sponge off mud and dirt using a car body spongesoaked in a car body shampoo and water solution (2-4% of car shampoo in water).Then rinse with abundant water, and dry with a shammy cloth. For the engine exterior,use petrol, a brush and clean cloths. Petrol can damage paintwork. Remember thatany polishing with silicone wax must always be preceded by washing.
CAUTION
DETERGENTS CAN POLLUTE WATER. THE VEHICLE MUST BE WASHED AT AWASH STATION EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM.
CAUTION
THE USE OF A HIGH-PRESSURE WATER JET IS STRONGLY DISCOURAGEDFOR ANY ENGINE CLEANING OPERATION; HOWEVER, IF NO OTHER MEANSARE AVAILABLE, IT IS THEN NECESSARY TO:• ONLY USE A FANLIKE SPRAY JET.
• DO NOT HOLD THE NOZZLE NEARER THAN 2 FT (60 CM) FROM THE VEHICLE.
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• DO NOT USE WATER AT TEMPERATURES OVER 100°F (40ºC).
• DO NOT USE HIGH-PRESSURE WATER JETS.
• DO NOT STEAM WASH.
• DO NOT AIM THE JET AT: THE ENGINE, THE WIRING, THE COOLING SLITSON THE TRANSMISSION OR SCROLL COVERS.
CAUTION
NEVER WASH THE SCOOTER IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT, ESPECIALLY IN SUMMERWHEN THE BODYWORK IS STILL HOT AS THE SHAMPOO COULD DAMAGETHE PAINTWORK IF IT DRIES BEFORE BEING RINSED OFF. NEVER USECLOTHS SOAKED IN ALCOHOL, PETROL, DIESEL OIL OR KEROSENE FORCLEANING THE PAINTED OR PLASTIC SURFACES, IN ORDER NOT TO DAM-AGE THE LUSTRE FINISH OR ALTER THEIR MECHANICAL PROPERTIES. US-ING SILICONE-BASED WAX CAN DAMAGE THE PAINTED SURFACES, DE-PENDING ON THE VEHICLE COLOUR (SATIN COLOURS). FOR FURTHERINFORMATION ON THIS MATTER, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CEN-TRE.
Troubleshooting
STARTING FAILUREEmergency switch in «OFF» Set the switch back to «ON»
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Fuse blown Replace the blown fuse and havethe vehicle checked by anAuthorised Service Centre.
IGNITION PROBLEMS
Faulty spark plug Contact an Authorised ServiceCentre.
Faulty ignition / injection controlunit.
Contact an Authorised ServiceCentre.
Faulty coil. Due to the presence ofhigh voltage, this check shouldonly be carried out by an expert.
Contact an Authorised ServiceCentre.
LACK OF COMPRESSIONLoose spark plug. Screw in the spark plug tightly
Cylinder head loose, piston gasrings worn.
Contact an Authorised ServiceCentre.
Valve stuck Contact an Authorised ServiceCentre.
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HIGH CONSUMPTION AND LOW PERFORMANCEAir filter blocked or dirty. Clean with water and shampoo and
impregnate with petrol and specificoil («Air filter removal» section)
INSUFFICIENT BRAKINGGreasy disc. Worn pads. Faultybraking system. Presence of air inthe front and rear brake circuit.
Contact an Authorised ServiceCentre.
INEFFICIENT SUSPENSIONShock absorber fault, oil leak, endbuffers damaged; shock absorberpreloading incorrectly set
Contact an Authorised ServiceCentre.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEMSCVT rollers and/or drive beltdamaged
Contact an Authorised ServiceCentre.
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STAND DOES NOT RETURN TO POSITIONPresence of dirt Clean and grease
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VEHICLE TECHNICAL DATAChassis Tubular and sheet steel
Front suspension The roll system is composed of anarticulated parallelogramsuspension with die-castaluminium control arms and twoside headstocks plus shock
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absorbers with hydraulic lockingsystem.
Rear suspension Two double-acting shockabsorbers, adjustable to fourpositions at preloading.
Front brake Ø 240-mm double disc brake withhydraulic control operated by thehandlebar right-hand lever.
Rear brake Ø 240-mm disc brake withhydraulic control operated by thehandlebar left-hand lever.
Integral braking system The system operates all threediscs simultaneously and iscontrolled hydraulically via thepedal on the footrest.
Wheel rim type Light alloy wheel rims.
Front wheel rim 12" x 3.00"
Rear wheel rim 14" x 3.75"
Front tyre Without inner tube 120/70-12" 51P
Rear tyre Without inner tube: 140/60-14" 64P
Front tyre pressure 1.6 bar
Rear tyre pressure 2.8 bar
Kerb weight 227 ± 8 kg
Maximum weight allowed 420 kg
Battery Sealed, 12 V / 12 Ah
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ENGINE TECHNICAL DATAType Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Engine capacity 278 cm³
Bore x stroke 75 X 63 mm
Compression ratio 11 ± 0.5 : 1
Engine idle speed 1,700 ± 100 rpm
Timing system Four valves, single overheadcamshaft, chain-driven.
Valve clearance Intake: 0.10 mm
Exhaust: 0.15 mm
Max. power 16.6 kW at 7,500 rpm
MAX. torque 23.2 Nm at 6,500 rpm
Transmission Automatic expandable pulleyvariator with torque server, V-belt,automatic clutch.
Final reduction Gear reduction unit in oil bath.
Lubrication Engine lubrication with trochoidalpump (inside the crankcase), oilfilter and pressure adjustment by-pass.
Cooling Forced coolant circulation system.
Starter Electric
Ignition Electronic, inductive, highefficiency ignition, integrated withthe injection system, with variableadvance and separate H.V. coil.
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Ignition advance Three-dimensional map managedby control unit
Fuel system ELDOR KUBO03 electronicinjection with 32 mm diam. throttlebody and electric fuel pump.
Spark plug NGK CR8EKB
Fuel Unleaded petrol (95 RON)
Silencer Absorption-type exhaust mufflerwith catalytic converter andlambda probe.
Emissions EURO 2
CAPACITYEngine oil Capacity: 1.3 l (dry); 1.2 l (when
changing oil and filter)
Transmission oil 250 cm³
Cooling system fluid ~ 2 l
Fuel tank 12.0 ± 0.5 l
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Toolkit (04_02)
One box-spanner; one lever for box-spanner; one twin screwdriver; one 13-mm flatwrench; one special spanner for adjusting the rear shock absorbers one plastic gripperfor removing the fuses.
The tools are stored under the saddle in the compartment provided. To open it, releasethe catch shown in the figure.
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Warnings (05_01)
WARNING
TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS AND TO GUARANTEE PROPER STABILITY, PER-FORMANCE AND SAFETY, RIDE THE VEHICLE VERY CAREFULLY WHEN IT ISFITTED WITH ACCESSORIES OR WITH UNUSUAL LOADS.
WARNING
IT IS ALSO RECOMMENDED THAT ORIGINAL PIAGGIO SPARE PARTS BEUSED, AS THESE ARE THE ONLY ONES OFFERING YOU THE SAME QUALITYGUARANTEE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE SCOOTER. THE USE OFNON-ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS RENDERS THE WARRANTY VOID.
WARNING
PIAGGIO MARKETS ITS OWN LINE OF ACCESSORIES THAT ARE RECOG-NISED AND GUARANTEED FOR USE. IT IS THEREFORE ESSENTIAL TO CON-TACT AN AUTHORISED DEALER OR SERVICE CENTRE IN ORDER TO CHOOSEAND FIT ACCESSORIES CORRECTLY. THE USE OF NON-ORIGINAL ACCES-SORIES MAY AFFECT THE STABILITY AND OPERATION OF YOUR VEHICLEAND REDUCE SAFETY LEVELS WITH POTENTIAL RISKS FOR THE RIDER.
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WARNING
NEVER RIDE THE SCOOTER EQUIPPED WITH ACCESSORIES (TOP BOX AND/OR WINDSHIELD) AT A SPEED HIGHER THAN 100 km/h.
THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES-SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW.
IF THERE ARE ANY NON-PIAGGIO ACCESSORIES INSTALLED, OR AN AB-NORMAL LOAD, OR IF THE SCOOTER IS NOT IN A GENERALLY GOOD CON-DITION, OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT, SPEED SHOULDBE FURTHER REDUCED.
WARNING
BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL WHEN INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE MECHAN-ICAL ANTITHEFT DEVICE ON THE VEHICLE (U-SHAPED PADLOCK, DISCBLOCK, ETC.).
MAINLY NEAR THE BRAKE PIPES, TRANSMISSIONS AND/OR ELECTRIC CA-BLES, AN INCORRECT INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL OF THE ANTITHEFTDEVICE AS WELL AS LEAVING IT ON BEFORE STARTING THE VEHICLE CANSERIOUSLY DAMAGE ITS COMPONENTS, COMPROMISE THE CORRECTFUNCTIONING OF THE VEHICLE AND USERS' SAFETY.
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Scheduled servicing table (06_01)
Adequate maintenance is fundamental to ensuring long-lasting, optimum operationand performance of your vehicle.
To this end, a series of checks and maintenance operations (at the owner's expense)have been suggested, which are included in the summary table on the following page.Any minor faults should be reported without delay to an Authorised Service Centreor Dealer without waiting until the next scheduled service to solve it.
It is indispensable to have your vehicle serviced to the prescribed intervals of time,even if you have not reached the predicted mileage. Punctual vehicle servicing isnecessary for the correct use of the guarantee. For any further information concerningWarranty procedures and 'Scheduled Maintenance', please refer to the 'WarrantyBooklet'.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLEKm x 1,000 1 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80
Safety fasteners I I I I I
Spark plug I R I R I R I R I R I R I R I R
Centre stand bracket L L L L
Drive belt R R R R R
Throttle control A A A A A A A A A
Air filter C C C C C C C C
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R R
Valve clearance A A A A
Electrical system and battery I I I I I I I I I
Coolant * I I I I I I I I I
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Km x 1,000 1 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80
Brake fluid * I I I I I I I I I
Engine oil R I R I R I R I R I R I R I R I R
Hub oil R I I I R I I I R I I I R I I I R
Brake pads I I I I I I I I I
Sliding shoes / CVT rollers R R R R R R R R
Tyre pressure and wear I I I I I I I I
Vehicle and brake test I I I I I I I I I
Suspension I I I I I I I I
Steering I I I I I I I I I
Roll lock gripper control cable A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
I: CHECK AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY.
C: CLEAN, R: REPLACE, A: ADJUST, L: LUBRICATE
* Replace every 2 years
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLEProduct Description Specifications
AGIP GEAR SAE 80W-90 Lubricant for gearboxes and transmissions. API GL-4
eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performancefour-stroke engines.
JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3
AGIP FILTER OIL Special product for the treatment of foamfilters.
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Product Description Specifications
AGIP GP 330 Water repellent springy calcium spray grease. R.I.D./A.D.R. 2 10°b) 2 R.I.Na. 2.42 - I.A.T.A.2 - I.M.D.G. class 2 UN 1950 Pag. 9022 EM25-89
eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performancefour-stroke engines.
JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3
AGIP BRAKE 4 Brake fluid. Synthetic fluid SAE J 1703 -FMVSS 116 - DOT3/4 - ISO 4925 - CUNA NC 956 DOT 4
AGIP PERMANENT SPEZIAL Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze fluid withorganic inhibition additives. Red, ready to use.
ASTM D 3306 - ASTM D 4656 - ASTM D 4985- CUNA NC 956-16
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
AAir filter: 58
BBattery: 63Brake: 46, 60, 79
CChecks: 30Clock: 12
DDisc brake: 79Display: 13
EEngine oil: 50–52Engine stop: 18
FFuel: 23Fuses: 64
HHeadlight: 74Horn: 16Hub oil: 53
IIdentification: 26Immobilizer: 19, 20, 22Instrument panel: 11
KKey switch: 15Keys: 19
LLight switch: 17
MMaintenance: 13, 49, 97Mirrors: 79
PPuncture: 80
RRefuelling: 30
SSaddle: 24, 25Scheduled maintenance: 97Shock absorbers: 34Spark plug: 56Stand: 39
Start-up: 18Suspension: 19, 42Switch: 15–17, 19
TTank: 23Technical Data: 87Toolkit: 92Top box: 26Transmission: 39Turn indicators: 77Tyre pressure: 32Tyres: 55
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