User manual APRILIA RSV 1000 R FACTORY

[. . . ] RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY 8104953 © 2005 Piaggio & C. - Noale (VE) messages preceded by this symbol may result in major risks for your and other people's safety and for the vehicle! WARNING The adjustments for the use of the vehicle on racetracks must be carried out exclusively in case of organized races or events that take place on isolated circuits, away from public roads and with the consent of the competent authorities. It is strictly prohibited to carry out adjustments for the use of the vehicle on racetracks and then ride it on roads or motorways. WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS GENERAL ADVICE Before starting the engine, carefully read this manual and in particular the section "SAFE DRIVE". [. . . ] This will allow the brake pad lining to break in properly rubbing on the brake disks. u During the first 1000 km (625 mi) never exceed 6000 rpm. covering 1500 km (937 mi), drive more briskly, varying speed and using maximum acceleration for just a few seconds, in order to ensure better coupling of the components; never exceed 7500 rpm (see table). u After the first 1500 km (937 mi), you can expect higher performance from your engine. However, never exceed the maximum rpm allowed (11, 000 rpm). Recommended maximum engine rpm Distance covered, km (mi) 0 1000 (0 625) 1000 1500 (625 937) over 1500 (937) rpm 6000 7500 11000 56 use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY 3 5 4 WARNING Leaning the vehicle exceedingly or letting it fall over may lead to fuel leakage. The fuel used to operate internal combustion engines is highly flammable and becomes explosive under particular conditions. 2 1 CAUTION Do not place your full weight or that of the passenger on the side stand. PARKING To park the vehicle: u Choose a suitable parking area. u Stop the vehicle, see page STOPPING WARNING If possible, avoid stopping abruptly or slowing down suddenly. Brake progressively and in good time. u Release the throttle twistgrip (1) (pos. Select a suitable parking area, observing the road signs and the indications given below. WARNING Park the vehicle on firm and level ground to prevent it falling over. Do not lean the vehicle against walls and do not lay it down on the ground. Make sure that the vehicle, and in particular hot vehicle components, may not put the safety of persons and children at risk. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running or with the key inserted into the ignition switch. Stay away from the cooling fans even when they are not operating. They might switch on unexpectedly and your clothing or hair might be caught in the fans. A), apply the brakes gradually and shift down to reduce speed, see page 53 (MOVING OFF - RIDING). When you have slowed down, before stopping the vehicle: u Pull the clutch lever (2) to avoid stalling 57 (STOPPING). u Set the engine kill switch (3) to position " - ". u Turn the key (4) to set the ignition switch (5) to position "". WARNING When getting on or off the vehicle, follow the instructions provided at page 47 (GETTING ON AND OFF THE VEHICLE). u Following the indications, wait until the the engine. When the vehicle is at standstill: u Place the gear lever in neutral (green warning light "" on). u Release the clutch lever (2). u When stopping for a short time, keep at passenger has dismounted before getting off the vehicle. u Lock the steering, see page 27 (STEERING LOCK) and extract the key (4). least one brake on. WARNING Make sure that the vehicle is stable 57 use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY 1 2 SUGGESTIONS TO PREVENT THEFT CAUTION 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. 3 PLACING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND SIDE STAND To place the vehicle on the side stand while sitting astride the vehicle, see page 47 (GETTING ON AND OFF THE VEHICLE). If you have lifted the stand, say, to move the vehicle, place the vehicle on the stand as follows: WARNING Make sure that the parking ground is free from obstacles, firm and level. u Choose a suitable parking area, see page 57 (PARKING). u Grasp the left grip (1) and place your NEVER leave the ignition key in the switch and always use the steering lock. [. . . ] Direction indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High beam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stand down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]