APRILIA RS 125 - 1995 User manual

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© 1995 aprilia s.p.a: - Noale (VE)
This manual is to be considered an integral part of the vehicle, which must be delivered complete with it also in
case of resale.
aprilia s.p.a. reserves the right to modify its models at any time, without prejudice to the main characteristics here
described.
All rights as to electronic storage, reproduction and total or partial adaptation, with any means, are reserved for all
Countries.
The mention to products or services supplied by third parties is made only for information purposes and it isn't
binding in any case.
aprilia s.p.a takes no responsibility as to the performance or the use of said products.
First edition: january 1995
Reprint: march 1997
Produced and printed by:
Studio Tecno Public
Viale del Progresso - 37038 Soave (VR) - Italy
Ph. 045 - 76 11 911
Fax 045 - 76 12 241
on behalf of:
aprilia s.p.a.
Via G. Galilei, 1 - 30033 Noale (VE) - Italy
Ph. 041 - 58 29 111
Fax 041 - 44 10 54

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FOREWORD
Before starting the engine, carefully read this manual, paying particular attention to the chapter "SAFE DRIVE".
Your and other people's safety depends not only on your quickness of reflexes and on your agility, but also on
what you know about the vehicle, on its efficiency and on your knowledge of the basic information for SAFE
DRIVE.
Therefore, get a thorough knowledge of the vehicle, in such a way as to be able to drive in the traffic safely.
For the controls and repairs not expressly described in this manual, for the purchase of
aprilia Genuine Spare
Parts, accessories and other products, as well as for specific technical advice, contact only
aprilia Official Outlets
and Officials Dealers, who can ensure you reliable and prompt servicing.
Thank you for choosing
aprilia . We wish you a nice ride.
Carefully observe the instructions preceded by the
following warning signs:
Safety norms and regulations to protect
the driver and other people from severe
injuries or grave risks.
Caution norms and suggestions to avoid
damaging the vehicle and/or hurting
yourself or other people.
Indications to make the operations easier.
Technical information.
IMPORTANT:
When asking your Dealer for spare parts, specify the
spare parts code indicated on the
SPARE PARTS
IDENTIFICATION LABEL.
Write down the identification code in the space here
below, in order to remember it also in case of loss or
deterioration of the label.
The label is placed under the saddle.
a
b
c
aprilia
CODICE RICAMBI spare parts code number
N˚ I.M. ABCDE
IUKAPSFBD F E
GR NL CH DK J SGP PL IL ROK
MALRCH BM

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GENERAL CONTENTS
SAFE DRIVE, 5 - basic safety rules, 6 - clothing, 12 - accessories, 13 - load, 14.
ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN ELEMENTS, 16
ARRANGEMENT OF THE INSTRUMENTS, 17
INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS, 18 - instrument and indicator table, 19
MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS, 20 - controls on the left side of the handlebars, 20 - controls on the right side
of the handlebars, 21 - ignition switch and steering lock, 22
AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT, 23 - glove compartment, 23 - tool kit, 23 - crash helmet hook, 24 - raising the fuel tank,
25 - multifunction computer, 26
MAIN COMPONENTS, 29 - fuel, 29 - mixer oil tank, 30 - transmission oil, 31 - brake fluid, 31 - front brake, 32 - rear
brake, 34 - adjusting the rear brake, 35 - adjusting the clutch, 36 - coolant, 38 - tyres, 39 - catalytic
silencer, 41
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE, 42 - preliminary checking operations, 43 - starting, 44 - departure and drive, 46 - run-
ning-in, 47 - stopping and parking, 48 - suggestions to prevent theft, 49
MAINTENANCE, 50 - regular service intervals chart, 51 - identification data, 52 - checking the transmission oil lev-
el and topping up, 53 - changing the transmission oil, 54 - chain, 55 - front wheel, 58 - rear wheel, 60 - remov-
ing the fuel tank, 62 - air cleaner, 63 - inspecting the front and rear suspension, 64 - adjusting the rear sus-
pension, 64 - checking the steering, 65 - adjusting the exhaust port valve "electronic rave", 66 - checking the
brake pad wear, 67 - bleeding the mixer oil tank, 68 - idling adjustment, 69 - adjusting the accelerator control,
70 - spark plug, 71 - battery, 72 - long inactivity, 73 - changing the fuses, 74 - adjusting the headlight beam,
75 - bulbs, 76 - changing the headlight bulbs, 76 - changing the dashboard bulbs, 77 - changing the rear light
bulbs, 77 - changing the direction indicator bulbs, 78 - changing the number plate bulb, 78
TRANSPORT, 79 - draining the fuel tank, 79
CLEANING, 79
LONG PERIODS OF INACTIVITY, 80 - after a long period of inactivity, 80
TECHNICAL DATA, 81 - lubricant table, 84 - importers, 85 - wiring diagram, 86 - wiring diagram key, 87

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BASIC SAFETY RULES
To drive the vehicle it is necessary to be in possession of all
the requirements prescribed by law (driving licence, minimum
age, psychophysical ability, insurance, state taxes, vehicle
registration, number plate, etc.).
Gradually get to know the vehicle by driving it first in areas
with low traffic and/or private areas.
The use of medicins, alcohol and drugs or psychotropic sub-
stances notably increases the risk of accidents.
Be sure that you are in good psychophysical conditions and fit
for driving and pay particular attention to physical weariness
and drowsiness.

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STOP150m
STOP
¡
150m
Most road accidents are caused by the driver's lack of experi-
ence.
NEVER lend the vehicle to beginners and, in any case, make
sure that the driver has all the requirements for driving.
Rigorously observe all road signs and national and local road
regulations.
Avoid abrupt movements that can be dangerous for yourself
and other people (for example: rearing up on the back wheel,
speeding, etc.), and give due consideration to the road sur-
face, visibility and other driving conditions.

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Avoid obstacles that could damage the vehicle or make you
lose control.
Avoid riding in the slipstream created by preceding vehicles in
order to increase your speed.
Always drive with both hands on the handlebars and both feet
on the footrests, in the correct driving posture.
Absolutely avoid standing up or stretching your limbs while
driving.

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The driver should pay attention and avoid distractions caused
by people, things and movements (never smoke, eat, drink,
read, etc.) while driving.
Use only the vehicle's specific fuels and lubricants indicated in
the "Lubricant Chart"; check all oil, fuel and coolant levels reg-
ularly.
COOLER
OIL

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If the vehicle has been involved in an accident, make sure that
no damage has occurred to the control levers, pipes, wires,
braking system and vital parts.
If necessary, have the vehicle inspected by an
aprilia Official
Dealer, who should carefully check the frame, handlebars, sus-
pensions, safety parts and all the devices that you cannot
check by yourself.
Always remember to report any malfunction to the technicians
to help them in their work.
Never use the vehicle when the amount of damage it has suf-
fered endangers your safety.
Never change the position, inclination or colour of: number
plate, direction indicators, lights and horns.
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