APRILIA RST FUTURA - 2001 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DEALER INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DEALER
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•Loosen the left-hand terminal screws. Reset the
motorcyclebydryrunningthesuspensiontwoorthree
timesto line up therods.
•Secure the screws (5) and (8) in the left-hand and
right-handterminals.
Screw (5 - 8) tightening torque: 16,22 ftlb (22 Nm).
Thescrewsintheterminalsareelastic:tightenone
then the other, then re-tighten the first.
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•Fit the left-hand brake gripper (9) securing the
screws(10).
Repeatforthe right-hand brake gripper.
Screw (10) tightening torque: 36,87 ftlb (50 Nm).
•Resetthebrake grippers, pulling the brake leveron
thehandlebartwice.
SAFETY MESSAGES
The following warning messages are used on all the
instructionsheetstodrawyourattention tothesituations
describedbelow.
DANGER
Safety warning symbol. When you see this
symbol on the motorcycle or instruction sheets,
beware of potential injury hazards.
Failuretoobservethe instructions following these
symbols may affect your safety, the safety of
others and that of the motor cycle!
Risk of serious injury or death.
Possible risk of slight injury or damage
to motor cycle.
Risk of serious injury or death.
Possible risk of slight injury or damage to motor
cycle.
CAUTION
For the sake of safety, before starting the
vehicle, carry out a thorough preliminary check.
See the PRELIMINARY CHECK LIST IN THE
VEHICLE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
HANDBOOK.
Failure to carry out these checks may lead to
serious injury or damage to the vehicle.
Verylittle time is required, and the benefitsin terms
of safety are enormous.
The components in this handbook are supplied
disassembled,andhavetobefittedtothemotorcycle.
These instruction sheets for dealers describe the
correctfitting procedures.
Readthe instructions in thesheetstoavoid
breakagesorincorrectassembly.
Removethe bag containing themirrorsandotherloose
parts (i.e. not fitted to the motor cycle body) from the
crate.
Afterremoving the nailed-on supportsandcrosspieces
fromthecrate (used for transportpurposes), pushthe
motor cycle off the bottom of the crate and position it
onthestand.
Youcannow proceed with the operations
describedbelow.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR REMOVING
MOTORCYCLE FROM CRATE
IMPORTANT
Theword “IMPORTANT”is written beforeanyimportant
informationonthe instruction sheet.

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•Fitthe front stand(1) sliding itonto the rod hubs.
Make sure the right-hand spacer (4) and the left-
hand spacer (3) are properly positioned in their
housings.
Check the direction the wheel rotates in (see
arrows).
•Fitthe wheel and pin(2).
•Fit the screws (5) of the left-hand rod terminal to
preventthepinrotating.
•Fitthe washer (6)and secure the nut(7).
Screw (7) tightening torque: 59,0 ftlb (80 Nm).
•Removethestand.
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IMPORTANT
FITTING THE FRONT WHEEL
Beforecarrying out any maintenance operation or
inspection of the front wheel, if possible hoist the
vehicleonto a solid and level surface with suitable
equipment.
When disassembling and reassembling the front
wheel, take extra care not to damage the brake
lines, discs or pads.
IMPORTANT To fit the frontwheel, youmayrequire a
helper.
DANGER
FITTING THE BATTERY
•Makesurethe ignition
keyis in the“ “position.
•Placethe battery into its housing.
•Firstconnect the positive cable (+ red)thenthe ne-
gative(- blue).
•Make sure the two attachments (6) of the positive
andnegative poles are fitted towardstheoutsideof
thebatteryas shown in thediagram.
•Covertheterminalsand leadendswith neutralgrease
orvaseline.
•Fitthe battery cover and securewiththe screws (2)
TBEIM 5x16. Fitthesaddle.
Screw (2) tightening torque: 1,47 ftlb (0,2 Nm)
CAUTION
CAUTION
INITIAL BATTERY CHARGING
•Removethesaddle from itshousing turning the key
(1)clockwise.
•Remove the two screws (2) TBEI M 5x16 from the
battery compartment cover (3) and remove the
battery.
•Detach the battery recharge container (5) from the
licenseplateholder and remove the plug(4).
•Fitthe battery containeras shown in thedrawing.
•Usethe same plug (4)to closeup battery holes.
CAUTION
BATTERY
DANGER
Batteryelectrolyte is toxic, caustic and the contact
with the skin may cause serious burns, since it
contains sulfuric acid. Wear protective clothing, a
face shield and/or tight fitting goggles when
workingaroundthebattery. In case of contact with
the skin, flush immediately with plenty of water.
In case of contact with the eyes, flush with plenty
of water for at least 15 minutes. Immediately
consult an optician.
If the electrolyte is accidentally swallowed, drink
large quantities of water or milk, and then milk of
magnesia or vegetable oil. Immediately consult a
health professional. The battery gives off noxious
andexplosivegases;keepitawayfrom cigarettes,
flames, sparks and any other source of heat.
During the recharging or the use, make sure that
the room is properly ventilated and avoid inhaling
the gases released during the recharging. KEEP
AWAYFROM CHILDREN.Do not tip the vehicle too
much, or tip the battery too much, to avoid
electrolyte leaking out.
The battery liquid is corrosive. Do not pour or
sprinkle it, particularly on plastic parts. When the
battery has been removed it must be placed in a
safeplace out of the reach of children. Thebattery
is very dangerous and may cause serious injury
or death.
CAUTION