APRILIA RS 125 - 1996 User manual

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© 1996 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 characteris-
tics here described.
All rights as to electronic storage, reproduction and
total or partial adaptation, with any means, are re-
served for all Countries. The mention to products or
services supplied by third parties is made only for in-
formation purposes and it isn't binding in any case.
aprilia s.p.a takes no responsibility as to the per-
formance or the use of said products.
First edition: january 1996
Reprint: september 1996, january 1997,
september 1997, march 1998
Produced and printed by:
Studio Tecno Public
Viale del Progresso - 37038 Soave (VR) - Italy
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On behalf of:
aprilia s.p.a.
via G. Galilei, 1 - 30033 Noale (VE) - Italy
Tel. +39 (0)41 - 58 29 111
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FOREWORD
Before starting the engine, carefully read this manu-
al, 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 effi-
ciency and on your knowledge of the basic informa-
tion for SAFE DRIVE.
Therefore, get a thorough knowledge of the vehicle,
in such a way as to be able to drive in the traffic safe-
ly.
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.

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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.
In this manual the various versions are indicated by
the following symbols:
aprilia
CODICE RICAMBI spare parts code number
N˚ I.M. ABCDE
IUKAPSFBD F E
GR NL CH DK J SGP PL IL ROK
MAL RCH BM USA AUS
a
b
c
_
automatic light switching version
(Automatic Switch-on Device)
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catalytic version
I
Italy version
£
Denmark version
U
United Kingdom version
J
Japan version
A
Austria version
S
Singapore version
P
Portugal version
V
Poland version
"
Finland version
%
Israel version
B
Belgium version
K
South Korea version
D
Germany version
M
Malaysia version
F
France version
R
Chile version
E
Spain version
Q
Bermuda version
G
Greece version
-
United States of America
version
O
Holland version
^
Australia version
C
Switzerland version

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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 - automatic light
switching version
_ , 40 - catalytic silencer 2 , 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 - drive chain, 55 - front wheel, 58 - rear wheel, 60 -
removing the fuel tank, 62 - air cleaner, 63 - inspecting the front and rear suspension, 64 - adjusting the rear
suspension, 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 con-
trol, 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 - wiring
diagram for version 11kW, 88 - wiring diagram key for version 11kW, 89

safe drive

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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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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.
Any modification of the vehicle will result in the invalidity of the
guarantee.
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