User manual APRILIA SR 50 R FACTORY

[. . . ] If not expressly indicated otherwise, for the reassembly of the units repeat the disassembly operations in reverse order. The terms "right" and "left" are referred to the rider seated on the vehicle in the normal riding position. Any mention to the use of the vehicle with passenger is to be intended as referred only to the countries where this is allowed. WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS GENERAL ADVICE Before starting the engine, carefully read this manual and in particular the section "SAFE DRIVE". [. . . ] 26 (COOLANT). use and maintenance SR 50 R FACTORY 35 RUNNING-IN WARNING After the first 500 km (312 mi), carry out the checking operations indicated in the column "After running-in" of the REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART, see p. 40, in order to avoid hurting yourself or other people and/or damaging the vehicle. The running-in of the engine is primary to ensure its correct functioning and its correct functioning. If possible, drive on hilly roads and/or roads with many bends, so that the engine, the suspensions and the brakes undergo a more effective running-in. For the first 500 km (312 mi), keep to the following indications: N 0-100 km (0-62 mi) During the first 100 km (62 mi) put on the brakes with caution, avoiding sharp and prolonged brakings. This ensures a correct bedding-in of the pads on the brake disc. N 0-300 km (0-187 mi) Do not keep the throttle grip open more than one half for long stretches. N 300-500 km (187-312 mi) Do not keep the throttle grip open more than three-fourths for long stretches. 36 use and maintenance SR 50 R FACTORY 1 2 3 STOPPING PARKING CAUTION WARNING With stopped engine and ignition switch in position " ", the battery may run down. N Rotate the key (2) and move the ignition switch (3) to position " ". N Position the vehicle on the centre stand, see p. 38 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND). WARNING If possible, avoid stopping abruptly, slowing down suddenly and braking at the last moment. A) and gradually put on the brakes to stop the vehicle. N Steer the handlebar completely left-wards. IMPORTANTE Very often stolen vehicles are identified thanks to the data written on the use/maintenance manual. WARNING Make sure that the vehicle is stable. 38 use and maintenance SR 50 R FACTORY MAINTENANCE WARNING Risk of fire. Keep fuel and other flammable substances away from the electrical components. Before beginning any maintenance operation or any inspection of the vehicle, stop the engine, extract the key from the ignition block, wait until the engine and the exhaust system have cooled down and if possible lift the vehicle by means of the proper equipment, on firm and flat ground. Before proceeding, make sure that the room in which you are working is properly ventilated. WARNING Keep away from the red-hot parts of the engine and of the exhaust system, in order to avoid burns. Do not hold mechanical pieces or other parts of the vehicle with your mouth: the components are not edible and some of them are noxious or even toxic. CAUTION If not expressly indicated otherwise, for the reassembly of the units repeat the disassembly operations in reverse order. In case any maintenance operation has to be carried out, it is advisable to use latex gloves. Normally, the routine maintenance operations can be performed by the user; however, in some cases the use of specific tools and technical expertise may be required. If you need assistance or technical advice, consult your aprilia Official Dealer, who can ensure you prompt and accurate servicing. Ask your aprilia Official Dealer to test the vehicle on the road after a repair or periodic maintenance operation. In any case, personally carry out the "Preliminary checking operations" after any maintenance operation, see p. 31 (PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS). use and maintenance SR 50 R FACTORY 39 REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official Dealer (WHICH CAN BE CARRIED OUT EVEN BY THE USER) Components Battery / electrolyte level Spark plug Carburettor - idling Air cleaner Throttle operation Light system Stop light switches Brake fluid (check level) 2 stroke oil 2 stroke oil Wheels, tyres and inflating pressures Front and rear brake pad wear C After running-in [500 km (312 mi)] C C R C C C Every 4000 km (2500 mi) or 12 months C S C P C C C C every 500 Km (312 mi):C every 2000 Km (1240 mi):C every month: C every 2000 km (1250 mi): C Every 8000 km (5000 mi) or 24 months C = check and clean, adjust, lubricate or change, if necessary; P = clean; S = change; R = adjust. Carry out the maintenance operations more frequently if you use the vehicle in rainy and dusty areas or on uneven ground. 40 use and maintenance SR 50 R FACTORY OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official Dealer After running-in [500 km (312 mi)] Every 4000 km (2500 mi) or 12 months Every 8000 km (5000 mi) or 24 months C C C S every 6000 km (3720 mi): S C C C C C C C every 12000 km (7440 mi): C C C every 20000 km (12400 mi): P (outside cleaning) every 2 years: S every 2000 km (1240 mi): C / every 2 years: S C C S C every 12000 km (7440 mi): C every 4000 km (2500 mi) every 12000 km (7440 mi) o 12 months: C o 2 years: S every 12000 km (7440 mi): S every 12000 km (7440 mi): S every 6000 km (3720 mi): S Components Rear shock absorber Controls and transmission cables Drive belt Drive belt Steering bearings and steering Wheel bearings Brake discs Piston rings General vehicle operation Brake systems/discs Cylinder cooling system Brake fluid Coolant Silencer / exhaust Mixer / accelerator operation Fork oil and oil seal Transmission oil Rear pulley pins Fixed movable front pulley Fixed movable front pulley use and maintenance SR 50 R FACTORY 41 Components Injector cleaning Front variator needle rollers and guides Front variator needle rollers and guides Wheels, tyres and inflating pressure Tightening of nuts and bolts 2 stroke oil reserve warning light Fuel pipe Braking system pipe 2 stroke oil pipe Clutch wear After running-in [500 km (312 mi)] Every 4000 km (2500 mi) or 12 months every 16000 km (9920 mi): P Every 8000 km (5000 mi) or 24 months S every 6000 km (3720 mi): S C C C C C C every 4000 km (2500 mi): C / every 2 years: S every 4000 km (2500 mi): C / every 4 years: S C C every 2 years: S C C = check and clean, adjust, lubricate or change, if necessary; P = clean; S = change; R = adjust. [. . . ] N Position and tie a plastic bag on the final pipe of the exhaust silencer, in order to prevent moisture from getting into it. N Cover the vehicle avoiding the use of plastic or waterproof materials. AFTER A PERIOD OF INACTIVITY N Uncover and clean the vehicle, see p. N Check the charge of the battery, see p. 63 (RECHARGING THE BATTERY) and install it, see p. [. . . ]