User manual APRILIA SR 50

[. . . ] We have drawn up this manual to show you all the features of your motorcycle. Please read it carefully before riding your motorcycle for the first time. it contains information , tips and precautions for using your vehicle. You will also discover features, details and devices which will reassure you that you have made the right choice. [. . . ] Push the side stand «4» with your right foot, extending it completely. Turn the handlebars completely to the left. NEVER leave the ignition key in the lock and always use the steering lock. Park the vehicle in a safe place such as a garage or a place with guards. Whenever possible, use the aprilia "BodyGuard" armored cable or an additional antitheft device. Make sure all vehicle documents are in order and the road tax paid. Write down your personal details and telephone number on this page to help identifying the owner in case of vehicle retrieval after a theft. BASIC SAFETY RULES 03_22 The following instructions refer to normal use of your vehicle, and should be respected. Observing these rules will allow You to increase your level of safety and that of those around you, as well as increasing the life and usefulness of your vehicle. Obviously two-wheeled vehicles do not offer any of the protection normally given by an automobile. For this reason, it is fundamental to wear the appropriate protective clothing. In particular, while riding your vehicle, you should always wear a helmet, gloves, protective glasses, along with a heavy jacket, sturdy shoes, and long, hard-wearing pants. In any case, you should always bear in mind that even the best clothing and helmet can not protect you in case of a fall or collision with another vehicle. Protective clothing will protect you from scratches and abrasions, but their protective ability is minimal in the case of impact. 03_24 Make sure that you have all the requirements under the law, included driver's license, minimum age, adequate instruction, insurance, taxes, registration, license plate, etc. As soon as you obtain your vehicle, familiarize yourself with it, practicing in an area with low or no traffic. Avoid riding your vehicle in areas with high levels of traffic until you have obtained an optimum level of experience and are completely sure of your riding skills. While this vehicle is sanctioned for use on highways and county roads, it is recom- Mended that you do not ride on these types of streets until you have obtained a high level of familiarity with your vehicle and have a high level of ability in its use. A new vehicle must undergo a thorough run-in. Before you start up the engine, make sure that the brakes, clutch, transmission and throttle lever all work properly, and that the gasoline and oil levels are appropriate. The exhaust system, brakes and other components can become hot while riding. Taking some medicines or drugs, either under a doctor's prescription or illegally, as well as drinking alcohol, increases the risk of an accident notably. [. . . ] Take a container with a capacity higher than the amount of fuel in the tank and place it on the left hand side of the vehicle. To drain the fuel from the tank use a hand-operated pump or a similar system. Place the free end of the tube «1» inside of a container. Completely reinsert the drainage screw «2». [. . . ]