User manual APRILIA MANA BROCHURE 2009

[. . . ] Mana GT 850 and Mana 850: two personalities, infinite emotion. MANA SPORTGEAR ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION. LESS STRESS · · · · · Aprilia longitudinal 90° V-twin engine 839. 3 cc 4 stroke, liquid cooled 4 valves per cylinder Sportgear® MORE FUN Mana GT 850 and Mana 850 share the same innovative engine designed and developed by the Aprilia Research and Development Division to make the most of the revolutionary qualities of the Sportgear® electronically controlled transmission. This radical innovation replaces the conventional gearbox and offers the rider a choice between Sequential shift mode and Autodrive mode, which offers three maps to suit different riding styles and engine needs. The 90° V architecture is the most effective solution for achieving class beating performance: 839. 3 cc producing 76. 1 bhp at the crankshaft, with 7. 45 kgm of torque available at incredibly low engine speeds (just 5, 000 rpm). The 4 valve per cylinder timing layout with a single overhead camshaft is exceptionally effective and also simplifies maintenance. [. . . ] Completing the system is a 260-mm rear disc brake. DUAL CHANNEL ABS Developed specifically for the Mana GT 850 and Mana 850, the sophisticated dual channel ABS further enhances the active and passive safety of the bike. This system, which lets the rider make full use of the power of the oversized brake system, even in unforeseen situations and in difficult or treacherous conditions, such as with a wet road surface, is already offered as standard on the Mana GT 850! A RIGID, COMPACT FRAME The frame of the Mana GT 850 and Mana 850 was developed in parallel with the engine for total symbiosis between the chassis and the powerplant. Its tubular steel trellis structure ensures benchmark levels of rigidity to suit the innovative characteristics of the transmission and the exhilarating performance of the engine, resulting in an intuitive ride and remarkable precision in the bends. All of this in an extremely compact package: another masterpiece of motorcycle engineering, in true Aprilia tradition. SUSPENSION WITH ADJUSTABLE SIDE-MOUNTED SHOCK ABSORBER Technical perfectionism and obsessive attention to detail are even evident in the suspension. The upside down fork with 43-mm stanchions offers superbly effective and progressive damping action. The adjustable side-mounted shock absorber, linked directly to the monolithic aluminium swingarm, has made a shorter wheelbase possible, for greater manoeuvrability. Wheel travel is 120 mm at the front and 125 mm at the rear: the ideal values for tackling the whole spectrum of road conditions, from cobbled city streets to mountain switchbacks. On the Mana GT 850, the rear shock absorber is equipped with an adjustment dial as standard, for finding the perfect setup to cater for the additional weight of a passenger or luggage for longer journeys even more quickly and easily. MANA UNIQUE STYLE. A perfect fusion of design and technology, Mana 850 stands out from the crowd in every enviable detail: from the perfect architecture of the exposed frame to the aggressive and elegant round headlight. On the GT version, this unique character gains additional protectiveness and aerodynamic efficiency, with a generous top fairing to keep you shielded from the wind, adjusting the windscreen to suit you personal preference. The location of the fuel tank, which is placed under the saddle, is also original. This is a race-derived solution that keeps the centre of gravity of the bike perfectly balanced in all conditions. FUEL TANK UNDER SADDLE HELMET COMPARTMENT (FLIP-UP HELMET) MANA UNPARALLELED COMFORT. HOLDING BRAKE LEVER Mana GT 850 and Mana 850 feature exclusive solutions, making usage simpler and easier in all conditions. A lever on the left hand side of the bike operates the holding brake, facilitating parking manoeuvres even when going downhill, allowing access to the front compartment without moving the bike with difficulty, and making brief stops to adjust garments (jacket or helmet) and stopping at tollbooths easier. HELMET COMPARTMENT The exclusive, spacious front compartment, which is large enough for a flip-up helmet, also boasts internal lighting and is lined with a slip-proof, scratch-resistant surface. The compartment also includes a mobile phone pocket and a 12-V power socket: everything you need conveniently within reach. SAFETY LATCHES The front compartment latch is operated from an electronic control on the handlebar, while the lid is damped by a hydropneumatic strut designed to prevent accidental aperture. The compartment may also be opened with a mechanical lever under the passenger saddle. MANA SPECIAL ACCESSORIES. Choose from the range of original accessories for the Mana GT 850 and Mana 850, developed especially by Aprilia to cater for every possible need, in all situations and in all weather conditions: from the daily city commute to your free time and from weekend trips and mountain rides to long motorway journeys. Personalisable rigid panniers designed in perfect harmony with the lines of the Mana GT 850 and Mana 850, large enough to hold one flip-up helmet each and made from impact resistant, scratch resistant and wear resistant material. Top box and stainless steel luggage rack to extend the load capacity of your bike while maintaining perfect weight distribution. Effective rear splash guard to protect you from the water picked up from a wet road. Adjustable comfort windscreen for Mana 850, designed to offer optimum protection to riders of all statures, in all weather conditions. Not to mention the low windscreen, centre stand and many other original accessories: ask your Aprilia Dealer for more information. MANA GT 850 PLANET BLUE COMPETITION BLACK GLAM WHITE MANA 850 PLANET BLUE COMPETITION BLACK GLAM WHITE LEAD GREY Engine Aprilia 90° longitudinal V twin four stroke. [. . . ] Rear: stainless steel disc (Ø 260 mm). Continental two MINEDIVINE Photography: Milagro, Studio Pointer Testi: Daniele Varelli channel ABS system (Version for Mana ABS, as standard for Mana GT 850). Wheels Tyres Dimensions Aluminium alloy. Overall height: 1130 mm (1270 mm Mana GT). [. . . ]