APRILIA SCARABEO 500 User manual

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Before carrying out any maintenance
operation or inspection of the front wheel, if
possible hoist the vehicle onto 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.
Failure to carry out these checks may lead to
serious injury or damage to the vehicle.
Very little time is required, and the benefits
in terms of safety are enormous.
The components in this handbook are supplied
disassembled, and have to be fitted to the motor
cycle. These instruction sheets for dealers describe
the correct fitting procedures.
Read the instructions in the sheets to avoid
breakages or incorrect assembly.
Remove the rear street case from the packing case,
containing the mirrors, battery and components.
After removing the nailed-on supports and
crosspieces from the crate (used for transport
purposes), push the motor cycle off the bottom of
the crate and position it on the stand.
You can now proceed with the operations described
below.
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FITTING THE DEFLECTORS
For fitting the deflectors, follow the
instructions given in the instruction sheet p/
no. E 107158.
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.
FITTING THE STORAGE BOX
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•Lift the seat (1), after releasing it with the
appropriate key.
For fitting the storage box to the scooter,
follow the instructions given in the
instruction sheet p/no. E 107158.
In the USA version, there is no wiring
for stoplights on the storage box.
SAFETY MESSAGES
The following warning messages are used on all
the instruction sheets to draw your attention to the
situations described below.
DANGER
Safety warning symbol. When you see
this symbol on the motorcycle or instruction
sheets, beware of potential injury hazards.
Failure to observe the 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
INTRUCTION FOR REMOVING
MOTORCYCLE FROM CRATE
IMPORTANT
The word “IMPORTANT”is written before any
important information on the instruction sheet.

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INITIAL BATTERY CHARGING
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•Open the storage compartment with the key
supplied (1) and take off the homologation cover
(2).
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•Take out the battery, by undoing the M5x10
shouldered screw (3) and removing the battery
cover (4).
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FITTING THE WINDSHIELD
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•Remove the windshield guard by taking out the
four dome-headed shouldered screws M5x9.
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•Take out the four screws M5x16 located under
the guard.
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•Position the windshield and secure it with the
four screws just removed
CAUTION
When fitting the four screws M5x16 which
secure the windshield, be careful not to
press too hard, so as not to lose the
rubbers set into the under dash.
If the rubbers do get lost, get in touch with
an APRILIA service centre.
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•Reposition the front guard and secure it with the
four shouldered screws M5x9, which were
removed earlier.
BATTERY
Battery electrolyte 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 working around the
battery. 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 oculist.
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 and explosive
gases; keep it away from cigarettes, flames,
sparks and any other source of heat. During
the recharging or the use, make sure hat the
room is properly ventilated and avoid inhaling
the gases released during the recharging.
KEEP AWAY FROM 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 safe place out of the reach of
children. The battery is very dangerous and
may cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION

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FITTING THE FRONT WHEEL
To fit the front wheel, you may require a
helper.
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IMPORTANT
Carry out the same operations for the left-
hand mirror.
FITTING THE MIRRORS
Before fitting the mirrors, check the threading
of the nuts with pilers: the right nut is left-
threaded and the left nut right-threaded.
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•Tighten the nut with pilers M 8 (1) for the front
brake pump.
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•Position the ring nut (2).
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•Insert the mirror with its rod, adjust the mirror
and lock it in place with the ring nut (2).
Screw (1) tightening torque: 14,5 ftlb (20Nm).
IMPORTANT
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•Place a stand under the vehicle.
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•Insert the wheel , positioning the two spacers
(3) between the forks and the wheel hub.
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•Insert the spindle (4) and tighten it.
Tightening torque (4): 57,9 ftlb (80Nm).
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•Give the forks a few settling strokes to align them.

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FITTING THE BATTERY
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•Make sure the ignition key is in the “ ” position.
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•Place the battery into its housing.
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•First connect the positive cable (+ red) then the
negative (- black).
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•Use a neutral grease or vaseline to grease
terminals.
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•Replace the battery cover (4), refitting the M5x10
shouldered screw (3) previously removed.
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•Refit the homologation cover (2) over the storage
compartment.
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CAUTION
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•Remove the plugs (5) and fill the battery with the
correct fluid, up to the level marked on the battery
itself.
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CAUTION
After filling, leave the battery to stand for at least
an hour and then recharge slowly.
Wait 5-10 minutes after recharging and then fit the
battery, since it continues to produce gas for a
period after recharging.
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• Replace the plugs (5).
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IMPORTANT
During tightening, make sure that the
speedometer cable is positioned correctly,
as indicated in the drawing.
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•Fit screws TCEI M 6x20 (5) del morsetto forcella
perno ruota.
Screw (5) tightening torque: 7,2 ftlb (10Nm).
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•Fit the brake gripper with the screws TCEI M
8x30 (6).
Screw (6) tightening torque: 16,7 ftlb (23Nm).