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Checking the electrolyte level

WARNING

THIS VEHICLE IS FITTED WITH A MAINTENANCE-FREE BATTERY AND DOES
NOT NEED ANY INTERVENTION, EXCEPT FOR SPORADIC CHECKS AND RE-
CHARGE.

Charging the battery

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Remove the battery.

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Get an adequate battery charger.

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Set the battery charger for the recharge type indicated.

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Connect the battery to the battery charger.

CAUTION

WHEN RECHARGING OR USING THE BATTERY, BE CAREFUL TO HAVE THE
ROOM ADEQUATELY AIRED. DO NOT BREATH GASES RELEASED WHEN THE
BATTERY IS RECHARGING.

Switch on the battery charger.

Characteristic

RECHARGE MODES:

Recharge - Ordinary

Electric Current - 1.0 A

Time - 8-10 hours

Recharge - Fast

4 Maintenance

Summary of Contents for DORSODURO 1200 2010

Page 1: ...d precautions for using your vehicle It also describes features details and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice We believe that if you follow our suggestions you will soon get to know your new vehicle well and that it will continue to give you satisfactory service for many years to come This booklet is an integral part of the vehicle and must be handed over to the new owner i...

Page 2: ...ecks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an authorised aprilia Dealer or Workshop This booklet also contains instructions for simple repairs Any operations not specifically described in this booklet require the use of special tools and or particular technical knowledge for these operations please take your vehicle to an Aprilia Dealer or Authorised Workshop 2 ...

Page 3: ... the booklet that should be read with particular care The different symbols are used to make each topic in the manual simple and quick to locate Before starting the engine read this booklet carefully particularly the SAFE RIDING section Your safety as well as other s does not only depend on the quickness of your reflexes and agility but also on how well you know your vehicle the state of maintenan...

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Page 5: ...n Control 48 Immobilizer system operation 51 Opening the saddle 52 Glove tool kit compartment 54 Identification 54 Luggage anchor point 55 USE 57 Checks 58 Refuelling 61 Rear shock absorbers adjustment 62 Front fork adjustment 65 Justering af greb til forbremse 67 Clutch lever adjustment 67 Running in 67 Starting up the engine 68 Ride by wire 72 Moving off riding 73 Stopping the engine 78 Parking ...

Page 6: ...s 106 Number plate light 107 Rear view mirrors 107 Front and rear disc brake 108 Periods of inactivity 110 Cleaning the vehicle 111 Transport 114 Transmission chain 114 Chain backlash check 115 Chain backlash adjustment 115 Checking wear of chain front and rear sprockets 116 Chain lubrication and cleaning 116 TECHNICAL DATA 119 Kit equipment 128 PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE 129 Scheduled maintenance tab...

Page 7: ...DORSODURO 1200 DORSODURO 1200 ABS ATC Chap 01 General rules 7 ...

Page 8: ... area Never let the engine run in an enclosed area If you do work in an enclosed area make sure to use a smoke ex traction system CAUTION EXHAUST EMISSIONS CONTAIN CARBON MONOXIDE A POISONOUS GAS WHICH CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS AND EVEN DEATH Fuel CAUTION THE FUEL USED TO POWER INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND MAY BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS IT IS THEREFORE RECOM...

Page 9: ...remain in this con dition for a certain time interval after the engine has been switched off Before handling these components make sure that you are wearing insulating gloves or wait until the engine and the exhaust system have cooled down Coolant The coolant contains ethylene glycol which under certain conditions can become flammable When ethylene glycol burns it produces an invisible flame which...

Page 10: ...OOLANT IS PRESSURISED AND MAY CAUSE SCALDING Used engine oil and gearbox oil CAUTION IT IS ADVISABLE TO WEAR LATEX GLOVES WHEN SERVICING THE VEHICLE THE ENGINE OR GEARBOX OIL MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES TO THE SKIN IF HANDLED FOR PROLONGED PERIODS OF TIME AND ON A REGULAR BA SIS WASH YOUR HANDS CAREFULLY AFTER HANDLING OIL HAND THE OIL OVER TO OR HAVE IT COLLECTED BY THE NEAREST USED OIL RECYCLING ...

Page 11: ...S INTO CONTACT WITH THE SKIN WHEN HANDLING BATTERY ELECTROLYTE WEAR TIGHT FITTING GLOVES AND PROTECTIVE APPAREL IN THE EVENT OF SKIN CONTACT WITH THE ELECTROLYTIC FLUID RINSE WELL WITH PLENTY OF CLEAN WATER IT IS PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT TO PROTECT YOUR EYES BECAUSE EVEN TINY AMOUNTS OF BATTERY ACID MAY CAUSE BLINDNESS IN THE EVENT OF CONTACT WITH THE EYES RINSE WITH PLENTY OF WATER FOR FIFTEEN MINU...

Page 12: ...KE SURE THE STAND HAS BEEN COMPLETELY RETRACTED TO ITS POSITION DO NOT REST THE RIDER OR PASSENGER WEIGHT ON THE SIDE STAND Reporting of defects that affect safety Unless otherwise specified in this Use and Maintenance Booklet do not remove any mechanical or electrical component CAUTION SOME CONNECTORS IN THE VEHICLE MAY BE ACCIDENTALLY SWAPPED AND MAY COMPROMISE NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION IF INCORR...

Page 13: ...DORSODURO 1200 DORSODURO 1200 ABS ATC Chap 02 Vehicle 13 ...

Page 14: ...Arrangement of the main components 02_01 02_02 02_03 02_04 02_01 14 2 Vehicle ...

Page 15: ... fairing 2 Front left turn indicator 3 Clutch fluid reservoir 4 Left rear view mirror 5 Passenger seat strap 6 Battery 7 Glove box toolkit 8 Saddle 9 Taillight 10 Rear left turn indicator 11 Oil radiator 12 Swingarm 13 Drive chain 15 2 Vehicle ...

Page 16: ...luid reservoir 25 Front right turn indicator 26 Headlamp 27 Expansion tank cap 28 Expansion tank 29 Air filter box air filter 30 Oil filter 31 Engine oil plug 32 Engine oil level 33 Rear brake lever 34 Right hand rider footrest 35 Rear brake system fluid reservoir 36 Rear shock absorber 37 Right hand passenger footrest 38 License plate light 39 Rear right turn indicator 40 Seat lock 16 2 Vehicle ...

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Page 18: ... fairing 2 Front left turn indicator 3 Clutch fluid reservoir 4 Left rear view mirror 5 Passenger seat strap 6 Battery 7 Glove box toolkit 8 Saddle 9 Taillight 10 Rear left turn indicator 11 Oil radiator 12 Swingarm 13 Drive chain 18 2 Vehicle ...

Page 19: ...27 Expansion tank cap 28 Expansion tank 29 Air filter box air filter 30 Oil filter 31 Engine oil plug 32 Engine oil level 33 Rear brake lever 34 Right hand rider footrest 35 Rear brake system fluid reservoir 36 Rear shock absorber 37 Right hand passenger footrest 38 License plate light 39 Rear right turn indicator 40 Seat lock 41 ABS control unit 42 Front ABS sensor 43 Front tone wheel 44 Rear ABS...

Page 20: ... control lever 2 Ignition switch steering lock 3 Instrument panel 4 Front brake lever 5 Throttle grip 6 High beam flashing switch 7 MODE Control 8 Turn indicator control 9 Horn button 10 Engine stop button 11 Start up button mapping selection 20 2 Vehicle ...

Page 21: ...6 key 1 Rpm indicator 2 Multifunctional digital display 3 Warning lights The instrument panel has an immobilizer system which prevents start up in case the system does not identify a key which has been stored before 21 2 Vehicle ...

Page 22: ...the CODE MODIFICATION section It is important to remember the personal code because the vehicle can be started if the immobilizer system is faulty the instrument panel need not be replaced should the ignition switch be changed new keys can be programmed 02_07 Light unit 02_07 key 1 Blue high beam warning light 2 Green left turn indicator warning light 3 General warning light red 4 Gear in neutral ...

Page 23: ...es and then goes back to its original position 02_10 TRIP 1 TRIP 2 MODE The following functions are shown the top of the display Clock displayable in the 24H and 12H mode without AM PM indication or chro nometer selectable from the menu gear engaged The following functions are shown in the centre of the display map selected top left ATC level Aprilia Traction Control Where available speed speedome...

Page 24: ... Traction Control Where available active alarms 02_12 2 Km 1 24 mi after the low fuel warning light illuminates the distance travelled in reserve is shown on the digital display When active it disappears after pressing one of the joystick controls to reappear after 60 seconds If the vehicle is using the fuel reserve the warning light turns on 60 seconds after KEY ON 24 2 Vehicle ...

Page 25: ...ARM In case of failure found in the instrument panel or in the electronic control unit the instrument panel signals the failure by displaying the word SERVICE and the red general warning light comes on 02_15 If there is an immobilizer failure at ignition the instrument panel requests you to enter a user code If the code is entered correctly the instrument panel signals the failure by displaying th...

Page 26: ...RS WHEN THE KEY IS INSERTED A SENSOR ANOMALY IS IN DICATED THERE IS NO IMMEDIATE DANGER FOR THE ENGINE IF IT APPEARS AFTER THE ENGINE HAS BEEN SWITCHED ON SWITCH IT OFF STRAIGHT AWAY AND WITH ROAD ASSISTANCE SERVICE TAKE THE VEHI CLE TO AN Official Aprilia Dealer 02_17 Engine overheating alarm The engine overheating alarm is activated when the temperature is higher than or equal to 110 C 230 F The...

Page 27: ...e as fast and the problem is signalled on the digital display 02_20 Mapping selection 02_20 02_21 02_22 The engine control unit foresees 3 different mapping variants to manage the elec tronic throttle grip which are displayed as seen in the upper left section of the instrument panel digital display T is the TOURING mapping S is the SPORT mapping R is the RAIN mapping The TOURING mode has been thou...

Page 28: ...educes the maximum torque supplied by the engine and smoothly de livers it so as to prevent loss of grip In this mode the vehicle performance is limited and therefore the maximum speed cannot be reached THIS IS NOT AN ANTI SKID DEVICE BE EXTREMELY CAUTIOUS WHEN RIDING ON ROADS WITH LOW GRIP Push the starter button to go through the different mappings Five seconds after the engine is started this b...

Page 29: ...lapse and the button is not pressed again the next mapping is otherwise selected and without twisting the throttle control the new mapping is highlighted in positive on the display This means that the new mapping is applied for all practical purposes CAUTION IN CASE THE THROTTLE GRIP IS TWISTED WHEN THE NEW MAPPING CHOS EN IS HIGHLIGHTED IN NEGATIVE ON THE DISPLAY HENCE STILL BEING ACCEPTED BY THE...

Page 30: ...played in sequence ODOMETER 1 TRIP ODOMETER 2 TRAVELLING TIME 3 MAXIMUM SPEED 4 AVERAGE SPEED 5 AVERAGE FUEL CONSUMPTION 6 INSTANT FUEL CONSUMPTION 7 MENU only with the vehicle at a standstill 8 ABS only with the vehicle at a standstill Where available 9 ATC Aprilia Traction Control Only with the vehicle at a standstill Where available 10 With the following options TRIP ODOMETER TRAVELLING TIME MA...

Page 31: ...arts blinking 02_27 By moving the selector to the left pressing it briefly the ABS system turns off and the warning light remains on with a steady light Once the ABS system is enabled or disabled the digital display automatically returns to the ABS function When the bike is in motion the instrument panel automatically exits the ABS function NOTE AT KEY ON IF THE SYSTEM IS FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY THE...

Page 32: ... right holding it down the system turns on and the value 1 minimum intervention appears on the display ATC warning light will blink By moving the selector to the right pressing it briefly the intervention level increases up to a maximum of 3 Maximum intervention NOTE EVERY TIME THE SET VALUE IS MODIFIED THE NUMERIC SYMBOL IS DIS PLAYED IN NEGATIVE BLINKS FOR 2 SECONDS BEFORE BEING CONFIRMED CAUTIO...

Page 33: ...G IT ON THE NEXT TIME THE ATC SYSTEM KEEPS THE SETTINGS SELECTED PREVIOUSLY CHRONOMETER To use the chronometer select the CHRONOMETER function from the MENU of the instrument panel advanced functions The chronometer is shown at the top of the digital display instead of the gear clock and ambient temperature indicators With the vehicle in motion the chronometer functioning is controlled by means of...

Page 34: ...d again only after deleting previous times stored by means of the MENU of the instru ment panel advanced functions 02_30 02_31 Advanced functions 02_30 02_31 02_32 02_33 02_34 02_35 02_36 02_37 MENU The configuration menu is accessible with the vehicle at a standstill by pressing and holding the MODE button and contains the following functions EXIT SETTINGS CHRONOMETER CALIBRATION Where available ...

Page 35: ...r is shown Each time the MODE selector is pressed to the right the hour value increases likewise each time the MODE selector is pressed to the left the hour value decreases Press the MODE selector central part to store the set value and to shift to minute adjustment The minute indicator is no longer displayed when this function is activated only the hour indicator is shown Each time the MODE selec...

Page 36: ...ration menu When the battery is first activated the instrument panel is set to the run in rev value Afterwards the last set value is displayed RUN IN REVOLUTIONS 6500 rpm MINIMUM REVOLUTIONS 5000 rpm MAXIMUM REVOLUTIONS 12000 rpm If the set threshold value is exceeded the warning light on the instrument panel starts to flash It turns off when the value goes back below the threshold limit 02_33 BAC...

Page 37: ...n the following message is displayed ENTER OLD CODE After recognising the old code the new code is requested and the display shows the following message ENTER NEW CODE Once the operation is finished the display shows the DIAGNOSIS menu If the code has been used this operation is not allowed 37 2 Vehicle ...

Page 38: ...ted within 20 seconds the operation finishes After recognising the second key the insertion of the new code is required with the message ENTER NEW CODE Once the operation is finished the display shows the DIAGNOSIS menu If the code has been used this operation is not allowed Once the operation is finished the instrument panel shows the SETTINGS menu 12H 24H Select the 12H 24H option from the SETTI...

Page 39: ...ey is extracted inserted 02_36 View times This option shows the stored chronometer times Press the MODE selector for a cou ple of seconds to the right or left to scroll the time screens hold it down to display the CHRONOMETER menu If the battery is removed the stored times are lost Delete times This option deletes the stored chronometer times A deletion confirmation is reques ted Once the operatio...

Page 40: ...shown on the display NOTE ONCE THE WORD CALIBRATION DISAPPEARS FROM THE DISPLAY TO COM PLETE THE CALIBRATION PROCEDURE STOP THE VEHICLE AND SHUT OFF THE PANEL FOR AT LEAST 30 SECONDS THIS ALLOWS THE CALIBRATION TO BE STORED IN THE MEMORY NOTE CARRY OUT THE CALIBRATION EACH TIME TYRES TYPE IS CHANGED NOTE TURN THE IGNITION SWITCH OFF TO ABORT THE CALIBRATION PROCE DURE DURING CALIBRATION ATC IS AUT...

Page 41: ...ble this menu enter an access code available only from official Aprilia dealers LANGUAGES Open the configuration menu to access the LANGUAGES function Select the LAN GUAGES option to choose the interface language The options are ITALIANO ENGLISH FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL Once the operation is finished the display goes back to the LANGUAGES menu 41 2 Vehicle ...

Page 42: ...ICALLY UPON ENGINE START UP LOCK The steering is locked It is not possible to start the engine or switch on the lights The key can be extracted OFF The engine and lights cannot be set to work The key can be extracted ON the engine may be started The key cannot be removed Locking the steering wheel To lock the steering Turn the handlebar completely to the left Turn the key to OFF Push in the key an...

Page 43: ... horn 02_40 Switch direction indicators 02_40 Move the switch to the left to indicate a left turn move the switch to the right to indicate a right turn Pressing the switch deactivates the turn indicator CAUTION IF THE WARNING LIGHT WITH ARROWS FLASHES QUICKLY IT MEANS THAT ONE OR BOTH TURN SIGNALS LIGHT BULBS ARE BURNT OUT 43 2 Vehicle ...

Page 44: ...ger or emergency Releasing the switch deactivates the high beam flash 02_42 Start up button 02_42 Press the button and the starter motor spins the engine CAUTION FIVE SECONDS AFTER THE ENGINE IS STARTED THIS BUTTON CAN BE USED AS MAPPING SELECTION BUTTON 44 2 Vehicle ...

Page 45: ...ventional braking system The ABS system enhances control over the vehicle taking into consideration never to exceed the physical limits of vehicle grip on the road The rider is fully responsible for riding at a suitable speed based on weather and road conditions always leaving an appropriate safety margin Under no circumstances can the ABS system compensate for the rider s misjudge ment or imprope...

Page 46: ... THE ABS SYSTEM CAN ELIMINATE During the vehicle start up after the instrument panel initial check the ABS warning light stops flashing when the speed is under 5 km h 3 1 mph If the ABS warning light continues flashing or is permanently on a failure has been detected and the ABS has been automatically deactivated In this case carry out the following operations stop the vehicle key OFF ON ride over...

Page 47: ... BOTH THE FRONT AND REAR WHEELS BY OB TAINING INFORMATION FROM THE ROTATION LOCKING TONE WHEELS ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE TONE WHEEL IS CLEAN AND REGULARLY CHECK THAT THE DISTANCE TO THE SENSOR IS CONSTANT ON ALL 360 GRADES SHOULD THE WHEELS BE REMOVED AND REFITTED IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO CHECK THAT THE DISTANCE BETWEEN TONE WHEEL AND SENSOR IS THE ONE SPECIFIED FOR CHECKING AND ADJUSTMENT CON TACT AN...

Page 48: ...CONTEMPLATED ATC is a system that monitors and if necessary limits rear wheelspin under acceler ation to increase vehicle stability While ATC improves vehicle control it does not allow the physical handling limits of the vehicle to be exceeded The rider is fully responsible for riding at a suitable speed based on weather and road conditions always leaving an appropriate safety margin Under no circ...

Page 49: ... key on before exceeding 5 Km h 3 1 mph or in the event of certain malfunctions causing the ATC level to be locked ATC settings no longer modifiable Indicator light flashing quickly when the system intervenes effectively on the traction control ATC SYSTEM DEACTIVATED MANUALLY When starting the vehicle after the instrument panel initial check cycle if the system is deactivated the ATC warning light...

Page 50: ...STEM ACTS ON REAR WHEEL BY OBTAINING INFORMATION FROM THE ROTATION LOCKING TONE WHEELS FITTED ON BOTH WHEELS ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE TONE WHEELS ARE CLEAN AND REGULARLY CHECK THAT THE GAP BETWEEN THE TONE WHEEL AND THE SENSOR IS CONSTANT AROUND THE ENTIRE CIRCUMFERENCE OF THE TONE WHEEL ITSELF SHOULD THE WHEELS BE REMOVED AND REFITTED IT IS VERY IM PORTANT TO CHECK THAT THE DISTANCE BETWEEN TONE WHE...

Page 51: ...ween tone wheel and front sensor 0 3 3 mm 0 012 0 118 in Distance between tone wheel and rear sensor 0 3 3 mm 0 012 0 118 in 02_44 Immobilizer system operation 02_44 For enhanced theft protection the vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer system that is activated automatically when the ignition key is removed Keep the second key in a safe place since it is not possible to make a copy i...

Page 52: ...LL THE KEYS S HE WANTS TO ENABLE The immobilizer operation mode is indicated by a warning light 1 placed on the in strument panel Immobiliser off indicator light off Immobiliser armed indicator light flashing Key not recognised indicator lamp flashing rapidly 02_45 Opening the saddle 02_45 02_46 02_47 Rest the vehicle on its stand Insert the key 1 in the lock on the right of the license plate hold...

Page 53: ...ront retainers correctly Push the centre of the saddle 2 where the rear retainers are to trip the lock CAUTION BEFORE LOWERING AND LOCKING THE SADDLE CHECK THAT THE KEY HAS NOT BEEN LEFT INSIDE THE GLOVE BOX TOOLKIT COMPARTMENT BEFORE SETTING OFF MAKE SURE THAT THE SADDLE IS CORRECTLY LOCKED INTO POSITION 53 2 Vehicle ...

Page 54: ...he back taking the four fixing points off dotted in the figure Identification 02_50 Write down the chassis and engine number in the specific space in this booklet The chassis number is handy when purchasing spare parts CAUTION THE MODIFICATION OF THE IDENTIFICATION CODES IS A SERIOUS PUNISH ABLE CRIME HOWEVER THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW VEHICLES WILL 54 2 Vehicle ...

Page 55: ...gine crankcase left hand side Engine No 02_51 Luggage anchor point 02_51 02_52 Never transport anything that is not secured making absolutely certain it is firmly and securely fixed Secure the luggage well not forgetting that it must not project beyond the rear edge of the saddle The heat from the exhaust system could damage the luggage Do not transport luggage that projects and that covers the lu...

Page 56: ...02_52 56 2 Vehicle ...

Page 57: ...DORSODURO 1200 DORSODURO 1200 ABS ATC Chap 03 Use 57 ...

Page 58: ... TECTED OR SUSPECTED CHECKING TAKES VERY LITTLE TIME BUT CON SIDERABLY INCREASES SAFETY CAUTION ACCORDING TO THE TIME ELAPSED FROM THE MOMENT THE KEY IS SET TO KEY ON UNTIL THE ENGINE STARTS THE STOP LIGHT CAN BE ACTIVATED FOR ABOUT HALF A SECOND OR NOT 03_01 This vehicle has been programmed to indicate in real time any operation failure stored in the electronic control unit memory Every time the ...

Page 59: ... lubricate if necessary Engine oil Check and or top up as required Wheels tyres Check that tyres are in good conditions Check inflation pressure tyre wear and potential damage Remove any possible strange body that might be stuck in the tread design Brake levers Check they function smoothly Lubricate the joints and adjust the travel if necessary Clutch Check for proper operation Check clutch lever ...

Page 60: ...cate couplings and joints if necessary Check the safety switch for correct operation Clamping elements Check that the clamping elements are not loose Adjust or tighten them as required Drive chain Check it for backlash Fuel tank Check the coolant level and refill if necessary Check the circuit for leaks or obstructions Check that the tank cap closes correctly Coolant Fluid level inside the expansi...

Page 61: ...refuel Lift the cover 1 Introduce the key 2 in the fuel tank cap lock 3 Turn the key anticlockwise lift and remove the fuel filler cap Refuel CAUTION DO NOT ADD ADDITIVES OR ANY OTHER SUBSTANCES TO THE FUEL WHEN USING A FUNNEL OR ANY OTHER ELEMENT MAKE SURE IT IS PER FECTLY CLEAN DO NOT FILL THE TANK UP TO THE RIM FUEL MAXIMUM LEVEL MUST AL WAYS BE BELOW THE LOWER EDGE OF THE FILLER NECK SEE FIGUR...

Page 62: ...orber unit linked to the frame via uniball joints To adjust the setting the shock absorber has one set screw 1 to adjust rebound damping a ring nut for spring preloading adjustment 2 a locking ring nut 3 and a set screw for adjusting compression damping 4 CAUTION CARRY OUT MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS AT HALF THE INTERVALS RECOM MENDED IF THE VEHICLE IS USED IN WET OR DUSTY AREAS OFF ROAD OR FOR SPORTIN...

Page 63: ... DO NOT FORCE THE ADJUSTER SCREWS 1 BEYOND THE RESPECTIVE END OF TRAVEL ON EITHER SIDE 03_05 Turn the 1 screw to adjust the shock absorber hydraulic rebound damping ADJUST SHOCK ABSORBER REBOUND DAMPING TO SUIT THE VEHICLE OP ERATING CONDITIONS THE STANDARD SPRING PRELOAD SETTING IS SUITABLE FOR THE MAJOR ITY OF RIDING CONDITIONS IF REQUIRED CONTACT AN OFFICIAL Aprilia DEALER TO REQUEST A PERSONAL...

Page 64: ...n 17 clicks from fully closed Open 12 16 clicks from fully closed Open 12 16 clicks from fully closed Compression damping adjustment screw 4 Open 1 5 turns from fully closed Open 0 5 1 5 turns from fully closed Open 0 1 5 turns from fully closed Spring A length 170 1 5 mm 6 69 0 059 in 170 1 5 mm 6 69 0 059 in 170 1 5 mm 6 69 0 059 in Spring preload ring nut 2 Contact an Official Aprilia Dealer Co...

Page 65: ...ck by means of two plates For adjusting the suspension setup each stanchion has an upper nut 1 for adjusting the spring preload The left hand stem is also equipped with an upper adjuster screw 2 for adjusting hydraulic rebound damping The right hand stem is equipped with an upper set screw 3 for adjusting compression damping CAUTION TO PREVENT DAMAGE DO NOT FORCE THE ADJUSTER 1 2 BEYOND THE RESPEC...

Page 66: ... TO TURN BEYOND THE END OF THE STROKE ON BOTH SIDES SO AS NOT DAMAGE THEM FRONT FORK ADJUSTMENT FRONT FORK ADJUSTMENT Standard Medium load Sports use Spring preloading nut 1 Open 5 turns from fully closed Open 5 turns from fully closed Open 5 turns from fully closed Rebound damping adjustment screw 2 Open 10 turns from fully closed Open 5 10 turns from fully closed Open 5 10 turns from fully close...

Page 67: ...et screw 3 The MAX and MIN clicks correspond to a lever end handgrip distance of about 118 mm 4 65 in and 115 mm 4 53 in respectively Push the control lever 1 forward and turn the set screw 3 until the lever 1 is at the desired distance Running in Engine run in is essential to ensure engine long life and correct operation Twisty roads and gradients are ideal to run in engine brakes and suspensions...

Page 68: ...t is to permit the adequate adjustment of the pad fric tion material to the brake discs AFTER THE SPECIFIED MILEAGE TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Official Aprilia Dealer FOR THE CHECKS INDICATED IN THE AFTER RUN IN TABLE IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SECTION TO AVOID INJURING YOURSELF OTH ERS AND OR DAMAGING THE VEHICLE Starting up the engine 03_11 03_12 03_13 03_14 03_15 03_16 This vehicle is extremely ...

Page 69: ...X IN NEUTRAL OR WITH GEAR ENGAGED AND THE CLUTCH LEVER PRESSED 03_11 Get onto the bike in riding position Make sure that the stand has been fully retracted Make sure the light switch 1 is set to the low beam light position Set the engine stop switch 2 to RUN Turn the key 3 and set the ignition switch to ON At this stage The multifunction display shows the ignition screen for 2 seconds On the instr...

Page 70: ...ompletely and set the gearshift lever 8 to neu tral green warning light N 9 on There is a starter on the vehicle controlled by the control unit that starts working automatically whenever necessary cold start TO AVOID EXCESSIVE BATTERY CONSUMPTION DO NOT HOLD DOWN THE STARTER BUTTON 2 MORE THAN TEN SECONDS IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AFTER THIS TIME WAIT TEN SECONDS AND PRESS THE STARTER BUTTON 2 ...

Page 71: ...SPLAYED AND THE GENERAL WARNING LIGHT IS ON THIS MEANS THAT THE OIL PRESSURE IN THE CIR CUIT IS TOO LOW Engage at least one brake lever and do not accelerate until you set off DO NOT SET OFF SUDDENLY WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD RIDE AT LOW SPEED FOR SEVERAL KILOMETRES THIS WILL ALLOW THE ENGINE TO WARM UP AND REDUCE POLLUTING EMISSIONS AND FUEL CONSUMPTION 71 3 Use ...

Page 72: ...so allows an electronic control of the throttle thus replacing the traditional cable When riding at high altitudes the RIDE BY WIRE system offsets the unavoidable loss of power 1 every 100 metres of slope due to the reduced concentration of oxygen in the air by opening the throttle bodies Therefore the engine performance when torque demand is requested by means of the throttle is the same as when ...

Page 73: ...UCTED ON HOW TO BEHAVE TO PREVENT DANGEROUS SITUATIONS WHEN RIDING BEFORE SETTING OFF MAKE SURE THE STAND HAS BEEN COMPLETELY RETRACTED TO ITS POSITION 03_18 To start Turn on the engine Adjust the inclination of the rear view mirrors to ensure proper visibility CAUTION WITH THE VEHICLE AT A STANDSTILL PRACTICE USING THE REAR VIEW MIRRORS THE MIRRORS ARE CONVEX SO OBJECTS MAY SEEM FARTHER AWAY THAN...

Page 74: ...ATE SUDDENLY WHEN RELEASING THE CLUTCH FOR THE SAME REASON 03_20 Slowly release the clutch lever 3 and at the same time accelerate by slightly twisting the throttle grip 2 Pos B The vehicle starts moving forward For the first kilometres travelled limit the speed in order to warm up the en gine DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED ENGINE SPEED Accelerate gradually by twisting the throttle grip 2 P...

Page 75: ...o operations and engage a higher gear IF THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ICON IS DISPLAYED AND THE GENERAL WARNING LIGHT IS ON DURING REGULAR ENGINE OPERATION THIS MEANS THAT THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE IN THE CIRCUIT IS TOO LOW IF THIS OCCURS STOP THE ENGINE AND CONTACT AN APRILIA Official Deal er SHIFTING FROM A HIGHER TO A LOWER GEAR CALLED DOWNSHIFT IS CARRIED OUT 75 3 Use ...

Page 76: ...r gear Release the brake levers when it is operated Release the clutch lever 3 and accelerate moderately IF AN ENGINE OVERHEATING ALARM INDICATOR IS SHOWN ON THE MULTI FUNCTION DIGITAL DISPLAY STOP THE VEHICLE AND LET THE ENGINE RUN AT 3000 rpm FOR ABOUT TWO MINUTES SO THAT THE COOLANT FLOWS REGULARLY IN THE SYSTEM THEN SET THE ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO OFF AND CHECK THE COOLANT LEVEL IF THE TEMPERATU...

Page 77: ...PPING WHILE TRAVELLING UPHILL CLOSE THE THROTTLE COM PLETELY AND ONLY USE THE BRAKES TO HOLD THE VEHICLE IN POSITION USING THE ENGINE TO HOLD THE VEHICLE ON A HILL MAY CAUSE THE CLUTCH TO OVERHEAT BRAKING CONTINUOUSLY WHILE GOING DOWNHILL MAY RESULT IN FRIC TION GASKET OVERHEATING AND CONSEQUENTLY IN POOR BRAKING TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE ENGINE COMPRESSION AND SHIFT UP GEARS USING THE BRAKES ALTERNAT...

Page 78: ...porary halt keep at least one of the vehicle brakes held CAUTION WHENEVER POSSIBLE AVOID ROUGH BRAKING SUDDEN DECELERATION AND BRAKING IN EXCESS Parking It is very important to select an adequate parking spot in compliance with road signals and the guidelines described below NOTE TO MOVE THE BIKE GRIP THE HANDLEBAR WITH ONE HAND AND THE PAS SENGER BELT ON THE SADDLE WITH THE OTHER WHATEVER YOU DO ...

Page 79: ...a silencer with a platinum palladium rhodium three way metal catalytic converter This device oxidises the CO carbon monoxide producing carbon dioxide and the UHC unburned hydrocarbons producing water vapour and reduces NOx nitrogen oxide producing oxygen and nitrogen present in the exhaust fumes DO NOT PARK THE VEHICLE NEAR DRY BRUSHWOOD OR IN PLACES EASILY ACCESSIBLE BY CHILDREN BECAUSE THE CATAL...

Page 80: ... are no signs of rust or holes and that the exhaust system works properly If you not an increase in exhaust noise take your vehicle to an Official Aprilia Dealer at once NOTE DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE EXHAUST SYSTEM 03_25 Stand 03_25 If the side stand must be lowered for any reason for example after moving the vehicle proceed as described below Select an appropriate parking area Grasp the left handgr...

Page 81: ...d always use the steering lock Park the vehicle in a safe place such as a garage or a place with guards Whenever possible use an additional anti theft 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 LAST NAME NAME ADDRESS TELEPHONE No...

Page 82: ...the event of the rider or the passenger falling off the vehicle and or the vehicle falling or overturning When getting on and off the vehicle make sure nothing is restricting your movements do not hold any objects in your hands helmet gloves or goggles not put on Always get on and off the vehicle on the left side and with the side stand lowered 82 3 Use ...

Page 83: ...rt the weight of rider and passenger While getting on and off the vehicle may become unstable due to its weight and it may fall or overturn CAUTION THE RIDER MUST GET ON THE VEHICLE FIRST AND GET OFF LAST TO BE ABLE TO CONTROL AND BALANCE THE VEHICLE WHILE THE PASSENGER IS GETTING ON OR OFF THE VEHICLE When getting on and off the vehicle the passenger must move carefully so as not to cause a loss ...

Page 84: ...MENT SO AS NOT TO HIT THE REAR PART OF THE VEHICLE TAIL FAIRING OR LUG GAGE AND COMPROMISE STABILITY GETTING ON THE VEHICLE Grip the handlebar correctly and get on the vehicle without resting your weight on the side stand CAUTION IF YOU CAN NOT REACH THE GROUND WITH BOTH FEET WHEN SEATED PLACE YOUR RIGHT FOOT ON THE GROUND IF YOU LOSE BALANCE THE SIDE STAND WILL PREVENT A FALL ON THE LEFT SIDE AND...

Page 85: ...e left shoe heel lower and extend the side stand completely CAUTION IF YOU CAN NOT REACH THE GROUND WITH BOTH FEET WHEN SEATED PLACE YOUR RIGHT FOOT ON THE GROUND IF YOU LOSE BALANCE THE SIDE STAND WILL PREVENT A FALL ON THE LEFT SIDE AND BE READY TO PUT YOUR LEFT FOOT ON THE GROUND Place both feet on the ground and keep the vehicle balanced in the upright position Give instructions as necessary t...

Page 86: ...cycle until the stand touch the ground Grasp the handlebar firmly and get off the vehicle Turn the handlebar fully leftwards Return the passenger footrests to position CAUTION MAKE SURE THE VEHICLE IS STABLE 86 3 Use ...

Page 87: ...DORSODURO 1200 DORSODURO 1200 ABS ATC Chap 04 Maintenance 87 ...

Page 88: ...HE ENGINE IS COLD OIL LEVEL COULD TEM PORARILY DROP BELOW THE MIN MARK THIS SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED A PROBLEM PROVIDED THAT THE ALARM WARNING LIGHT AND THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ICON ON THE DIS PLAY DO NOT TURN ON SIMULTANEOUSLY CAUTION DO NOT LET THE ENGINE IDLE WITH THE VEHICLE AT STANDSTILL TO WARM UP THE ENGINE AND OBTAIN THE OPERATING TEMPERATURE OF ENGINE OIL OIL IS BEST CHECKED AFTER A TRIP ...

Page 89: ...ck the oil level from the sight glass on the clutch case MAX maximum level MIN minimum level The difference between the MAX and MIN marks is approx 460 cm 28 07 cu in The oil level is correct when it is close to the MAX mark CAUTION THE VEHICLE MUST BE UNLOADED 04_04 Engine oil top up 04_04 CAUTION DO NOT GO BEYOND THE MAX AND BELOW THE MIN LEVEL MARK TO AVOID SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE 89 4 Maintenance...

Page 90: ...D OF THE MANUAL Top up the oil in the reservoir until you reach the correct level Engine oil change CAUTION TO CHANGE THE ENGINE OIL PLEASE CONTACT AN Official aprilia Dealer IF YOU ARE ADEQUATELY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED REFER TO THE IN STRUCTIONS IN THE WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY DEAL ER Engine oil filter replacement CAUTION TO REMOVE AND CLEAN THE ENGINE OIL FILTER PLEASE CONTACT AN ...

Page 91: ...LTING IN AN UNPLEASANTLY HARSH RIDE AND POOR ROAD HOLDING ESPECIALLY WHEN CORNERING AN UNDERINFLATED TYRE ON THE OTHER HAND WILL EXTEND THE CON TACT PATCH TO INCLUDE A LARGER PORTION OF THE TYRE SIDEWALLS WHEN THIS IS THE CASE THE TYRE MIGHT SLIP ON OR BECOME DETACHED FROM THE WHEEL RIM LEADING TO LOSS OF CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE TYRES MAY EVEN DETACH FROM THE WHEEL RIMS UNDER VERY HARD BRAKING TH...

Page 92: ...E COATED WITH A SLIPPERY COATING RIDE WITH CAUTION DURING THE FIRST KILOMETRES DO NOT APPLY UNSUITA BLE LIQUIDS ON TYRES WHEN TYRES ARE OLD THE MATERIAL MAY HARD EN AND NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE ROAD HOLDING EVEN IF TYRES ARE STILL WITHIN THE WEAR LIMIT SHOULD THIS OCCUR REPLACE THE TYRES Minimum tread depth front and rear 2 mm 0 079 in USA 3 mm 0 118 in or more if so required by appli cable legislatio...

Page 93: ...IMUM LEVEL MARKED MIN CAUTION COOLANT IS TOXIC IF INGESTED CONTACT WITH YOUR EYES OR SKIN MAY CAUSE IRRITATION IF THE FLUID GETS IN CONTACT WITH THE EYES OR SKIN RINSE REPEATEDLY WITH PLENTY OF WATER AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IF SWALLOWED INDUCE VOMITING RINSE MOUTH AND THROAT WITH PLENTY OF WATER AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY CAUTION TAKE CARE NOT TO POUR COOLANT ONTO HOT ENGINE OR EXHAUST SY...

Page 94: ...BURNS AND OR INJURIES NOTE TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Official APRILIA Dealer TO HAVE THE COOLANT CHANGED WARNING WAIT FOR THE ENGINE TO COOL DOWN BEFORE CHECKING OR TOPPING UP THE COOLANT LEVEL 04_05 CHECK AND TOPPING UP Shut off the engine and wait until it cools off Keep the vehicle upright and with the two wheels on the ground Turn the handlebar to the left keeping the vehicle upright Make sure t...

Page 95: ...4_08 For the front brake rest the vehicle on its stand and turn the handlebar so that the fluid in the reservoir is parallel to the reservoir edge Check that the fluid in the reservoir is above the MIN reference mark For the rear brake keep the vehicle upright and check that the fluid in the reservoir is parallel to the reservoir edge Make sure that the fluid level in the reservoir is above the MI...

Page 96: ...CTIONS IN THE WORKSHOP BOOKLET WHICH IS AVAILABLE FROM ANY DEALER 04_09 Checking clutch fluid 04_09 Rest the vehicle on its stand Turn the handlebar so that the fluid in the reservoir is parallel to the reservoir edge Make sure that the fluid level in the reservoir is above the MIN reference mark Top up if the fluid does not reach at least the MIN reference mark 96 4 Maintenance ...

Page 97: ...KSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY DEALER 04_10 Battery removal 04_10 04_11 04_12 04_13 Make sure that the ignition switch is set to OFF Remove the saddle Unscrew and remove the two screws Remove the guard from the back taking the four fixing points off dotted in the figure Remove the tool kit 04_11 Undo and remove the three screws 1 Take the battery protection off 97 4 Maintenance ...

Page 98: ...lift it out of its compartment Put the battery 8 away on a level surface in a cool and dry place Refit the saddle CAUTION WHEN REFITTING THE BATTERY MAKE SURE IT IS CORRECTLY POSITIONED AND POLES ARE NOT INVERTED CAUTION UPON REFITTING CONNECT THE LEAD TO THE POSITIVE TERMINAL FIRST AND AFTERWARDS THE LEAD TO THE NEGATIVE TERMINAL CHECK THAT THE BATTERY LEADS AND TERMINALS ARE IN GOOD CONDITION NO...

Page 99: ...dequate battery charger Set the battery charger for the recharge type indicated Connect the battery to the battery charger CAUTION WHEN RECHARGING OR USING THE BATTERY BE CAREFUL TO HAVE THE ROOM ADEQUATELY AIRED DO NOT BREATH GASES RELEASED WHEN THE BATTERY IS RECHARGING Switch on the battery charger Characteristic RECHARGE MODES Recharge Ordinary Electric Current 1 0 A Time 8 10 hours Recharge F...

Page 100: ...e longer than fifteen days it is necessary to recharge the battery to avoid sulphation Remove the battery In winter or when the vehicle is out of use for prolonged periods check charge level frequently about once a month to prevent deterioration Recharge it fully with an ordinary charge If the battery is still on the vehicle disconnect the cables from the terminals NOTE THE FIRST TIME THE ENGINE I...

Page 101: ...ngine starting failure Check the auxiliary 15A fuses first then the main 30A fuses CAUTION DO NOT REPAIR FAULTY FUSES NEVER USE A FUSE THAT IS DIFFERENT THAN WHAT IS SPECIFIED TO PRE VENT DAMAGES TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR SHORT CIRCUITS WITH THE RISK OF FIRE CAUTION A FUSE THAT BLOWS FREQUENTLY MAY INDICATE A SHORT CIRCUIT OR OVERLOAD IF THIS OCCURS CONSULT AN APRILIA Official Dealer 101 4 Maint...

Page 102: ...scribed above for the secondary fuses NOTE IF THE SPARE FUSE IS USED REPLACE IT WITH ONE OF THE SAME TYPE IN THE CORRESPONDING FITTING CAUTION REMOVING THE 30 A FUSES RESETS THESE FUNCTIONS DIGITAL CLOCK TRIP INFORMATION AND CHRONOMETER TIMES 04_15 SECONDARY FUSES front left above the water radiator 1 Light logic relay Recovery logic relay Stop Horn Daylight running lights License plate light 10 A...

Page 103: ... saddle remove the battery protection A Spare fuses 30 A 20 A B Battery recharge fan relay live positive lambda probe ABS ATC live positive 30 A C Permanent ABS ATC positive 20 A Lamps CAUTION TO REMOVE CHECK AND REPLACE THE BULB PLEASE CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer IF YOU ARE ADEQUATELY TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED RE FER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY DEALER 1...

Page 104: ... sit on the vehicle and check that the light beam projected onto the wall is a little below the level of the headlight about 9 10 of the total height To carry out vertical adjustment of the light beam Rest the vehicle on its stand Working from the front rear side of the windshield use a short crosshead screwdriver to operate on the specific screw 1 SCREW it clockwise to raise the light beams UNDO ...

Page 105: ...he left UNDO it anticlockwise to move the light beam to the right NOTE CHECK THAT THE LIGHT BEAM HORIZONTAL DIRECTION IS CORRECT 04_21 Front direction indicators 04_21 Rest the vehicle on its stand Loosen and remove screw 1 Remove glass 2 Press bulb 3 slightly and turn it anticlockwise Pull the bulb 3 out of its fitting Insert a bulb of the same type adequately WARNING IF PARABOLE 4 STICKS OUT OF ...

Page 106: ...NS IN THIS WORKSHOP BOOKLET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY DEALER 04_22 Rear turn indicators 04_22 Rest the vehicle on its stand Loosen and remove screw 1 Remove glass 2 Press bulb 3 slightly and turn it anticlockwise Pull the bulb 3 out of its fitting Insert a bulb of the same type adequately WARNING IF PARABOLE 4 STICKS OUT OF ITS FITTING INSERT IT AGAIN PROPERLY 106 4 Maintenance ...

Page 107: ...ET AVAILABLE ALSO AT ANY DEALER Rear view mirrors 04_23 04_24 Park the vehicle on its centre stand on safe and level ground Move the protection casing 1 HOLD THE REAR VIEW MIRROR 4 TO AVOID DROPPING IT BY ACCIDENT 04_23 Keep the screw 2 blocked and completely unscrew the nut 3 HANDLE PLASTIC AND PAINTED COMPONENTS WITH CARE DO NOT SCRATCH OR SPOIL THEM Remove the rear view mirror 4 107 4 Maintenan...

Page 108: ...RRORS CORRECTLY AND TIGHTEN THE NUTS IN ORDER TO ENSURE STABILITY 04_24 After refitting Adjust the rear view mirror angle correctly Front and rear disc brake 04_25 04_26 04_27 THOROUGHLY DRY THE BRAKE DISCS WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED CLEAN ING TO AVOID THE PADS STICKING TO THE DISCS 108 4 Maintenance ...

Page 109: ...ollows at the front for the front brake callipers 1 on the right side of the vehicle look from above downwards for the rear brake calliper 2 CAUTION EXCESSIVE WEAR OF THE FRICTION MATERIAL MAKES THE PAD METAL SUPPORT GET INTO CONTACT WITH THE DISC WHICH RESULTS IN A MET ALLIC NOISE AND SPARKS IN THE CALLIPER THEREFORE BRAKING EFFI CIENCY AND DISC SAFETY AND INTEGRITY ARE AT RISK 109 4 Maintenance ...

Page 110: ...garaging the motorcycle as one can forget to do so afterwards Proceed as follows Remove the battery Wash and dry the vehicle Polish the painted surfaces Inflate the tyres Set the vehicle in a room with no heating or humidity with minimum temper ature variations and not exposed to sun rays Wrap and tie a plastic bag around the exhaust pipe opening to keep moisture out NOTE PLACE A SUITABLE SUPPORT ...

Page 111: ...itions such as Air pollution cities and industrial areas Salinity and humidity in the atmosphere seashore areas hot and wet weath er Special environmental seasonal conditions use of salt anti icing chemical products on the roads in winter Always clean off any smog and pollution residue tar stains insects bird droppings etc from the bodywork Avoid parking the vehicle under trees During some seasons...

Page 112: ...EM PORARILY AFFECTED DUE TO THE PRESENCE OF WATER ON THE FRICTION SURFACES OF THE BRAKING CIRCUIT ALLOW LONGER BRAKING DISTAN CES TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS BRAKE REPEATEDLY TO RESTORE NORMAL OPERATION CARRY OUT THE PRE RIDE CHECKS 04_29 THOROUGHLY DRY THE BRAKE DISCS WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED CLEAN ING TO AVOID THE PADS STICKING TO THE DISCS 112 4 Maintenance ...

Page 113: ...BER TO CLEAN THE VEHICLE CAREFULLY BEFORE APPLYING SILICON WAX POLISH DO NOT POLISH MATT PAINTED SURFACES WITH POLISHING PASTE THE VEHICLE SHOULD NEVER BE WASHED IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT ESPECIALLY DURING SUMMER OR WITH THE BODYWORK STILL HOT AS THE CAR SHAMPOO CAN DAMAGE THE PAINT WORK IF IT DRIES BEFORE BEING RINSED OFF CAUTION DO NOT USE WATER OR LIQUIDS AT TEMPERATURES OVER 40 C 104 F WHEN CLEANING ...

Page 114: ..._32 Transport 04_32 Before transporting the vehicle empty the fuel tank well and make sure it is perfectly dry During transport the vehicle must be well anchored and upright and first gear must be engaged to avoid fuel and oil leaks IN CASE OF FAILURE DO NOT HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED ASK FOR ROAD ASSISTANCE SERVICE Transmission chain DO NOT ALTER THE FINAL DRIVE RATIO 16 40 OR THE NUMBER OF CHAIN LIN...

Page 115: ...the vehicle forward so as to check the chain vertical oscillation in other positions too clearance should remain constant at all wheel rotation phases If clearance is uniform but over 30 mm 1 18 in or below 25 mm 0 98 in adjustment is necessary CAUTION IF CLEARANCE IS GREATER AT SOME POSITIONS THIS MEANS THAT SOME CHAIN LINKS ARE FLATTENED OR JAMMED TO AVOID RISK OF SEIZURE LUBRICATE THE CHAIN ON ...

Page 116: ...IF THE CHAIN ROLLERS ARE DAMAGED THE PINS ARE LOOSENED AND OR THE SEAL RINGS ARE MISSING OR DAMAGED THE WHOLE CHAIN APPARA TUS PINION SPROCKET AND CHAIN SHOULD BE REPLACED CAUTION LUBRICATE THE CHAIN ON A REGULAR BASIS PARTICULARLY IF YOU FIND DRY OR RUSTY PARTS FLATTENED OR JAMMED CHAIN LINKS SHOULD BE LUBRICATED AND GOOD OPERATING CONDITIONS RESTORED IF REPAIR IS NOT POSSIBLE CONTACT AN Official...

Page 117: ...MISSION CHAIN HAS RUBBER O RINGS BETWEEN THE SIDE PLATES OF THE CHAIN ITSELF THAT ARE USED TO HOLD THE GREASE UT MOST ATTENTION IS REQUIRED WHEN ADJUSTING LUBRICATING WASHING OR REPLACING THE CHAIN CHAIN LUBRICANTS AVAILABLE ON THE MARKET CAN CONTAIN SUBSTAN CES THAT DAMAGE THE CHAIN S RUBBER O RINGS NEVER USE THE VEHICLE JUST AFTER LUBRICATING THE CHAIN AS THE LUBRICANT WOULD BE SPRAYED OUTWARD A...

Page 118: ...118 4 Maintenance ...

Page 119: ...DORSODURO 1200 DORSODURO 1200 ABS ATC Chap 05 Technical data 119 ...

Page 120: ...28 mm 60 16 in Kerb weight 223 kg 492 lb Dry weight unfuelled 212 kg 467 lb ENGINE Model M555M Type 90 longitudinal V twin 4 stroke 4 valves per cylinder 2 overhead camshafts No of cylinders 2 Total engine capacity 1197 cm 73 05 cu in Bore stroke 106 x 67 8 mm 4 17 x 2 67 in Valve clearance at intake 0 15 0 20 mm 0 0059 0 0079 in 120 5 Technical data ...

Page 121: ...100 rpm Clutch Multiple disk oil bathed clutch with control on the left side of the handlebar Lubrication system Wet crankcase Pressure system regulated by a trochoidal pump with oil radiator Air filter Sponge Cooling Fluid GEARBOX Type Mechanical 6 speeds with foot lever on the left hand side of the engine 121 5 Technical data ...

Page 122: ... 82 USgal 3 35 l with oil filter change 0 74 UKgal 0 88 USgal Coolant 2 5 l 0 55 UK gal 0 66 USgal Seats 2 Maximum weight limit 416 kg 917 lb GEAR RATIOS Gear ratio Gear primary drive 40 69 1st gear ratio 14 36 secondary 2nd gear ratio 17 32 secondary 3rd gear ratio 20 30 secondary 4th gear ratio 22 28 secondary 5th gear ratio 23 26 secondary 122 5 Technical data ...

Page 123: ...AIN Type Endless without master link and with sealed links No of links 108 Model 525 ZRPK FUEL SYSTEM Type Electronic injection Multipoint Throttle valve diameter Ø 57 mm 2 44 in Fuel Premium unleaded petrol minimum octane rating 95 NORM and 85 NOMM 123 5 Technical data ...

Page 124: ... 65 in SUSPENSION Front Sachs upside down stanchions with adjustable hydraulic damping and 43mm 1 69 in diameter stanchions Travel 160 mm 6 3 in Rear Oscillating swingarm with Sachs piggy back single shock absorber and adjustable spring preloading wheelbase and hydraulic compression and rebound damping Wheel travel 155 mm 6 1 in 124 5 Technical data ...

Page 125: ...ns and two calliper pads Rear 240 mm 9 45 in diam disc brake with 34 mm 1 34 in diam single piston calliper WHEEL RIMS Type Light alloy rims with extractable bolt Front 3 50 x 17 Rear 6 00 x 17 TYRES Tyre type standard PIRELLI CORSA III DUNLOP SPORTMAX QUALIFIER Front tyre 120 70 ZR17 58W 125 5 Technical data ...

Page 126: ...nly 2 5 bar 250 kPa 36 26 PSI rider passenger 2 7 bar 270 kPa 39 16 PSI SPARK PLUGS Standard spark plugs NGK CR8EKB Alternative spark plugs for sports use or for prolonged high speed cruising fully loaded NGK CR9EKB Spark plug electrode gap 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in Resistance 5 kOhm ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Battery 12 V 12 Ah YTX 14 BS 126 5 Technical data ...

Page 127: ...6000 rpm BULBS High beam light 12 V 60 W H4 Low beam light 12 V 50 W H4 Front daylight running light 12V 6W H6 Turn indicator light 12V 10W Rear daylight running light stop light LED License plate light 12V 5W Rpm indicator lighting LED Multifunction display lighting LED WARNING LIGHTS High beam light LED 127 5 Technical data ...

Page 128: ...ied are Extension for wrench 1 3 4 5 6 mm 0 12 0 16 0 20 0 24 in L shaped hex Allen keys 2 One 10 13 mm 0 39 0 51 in double open ended spanner 3 Pliers to extract fuses 4 19 mm 0 75 in single open ended spanner 5 Double ended Phillips hexagonal screwdriver 6 Toolkit pouch 7 Shock absorber ring nut adjustment wrench 8 Maximum weight allowed 1 5 kg 3 3 lb 128 5 Technical data ...

Page 129: ...DORSODURO 1200 DORSODURO 1200 ABS ATC Chap 06 Programmed maintenance 129 ...

Page 130: ...reached Carrying out scheduled services on time is essential for the validity of your warranty For further information regarding Warranty procedures and Scheduled Maintenance please refer to the Warranty Booklet NOTE CARRY OUT MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS AT HALF THE INTERVALS SPECI FIED IF THE VEHICLE IS USED IN PARTICULAR RAINY OR DUSTY CONDI TIONS OFF ROAD OR FOR TRACK USE I INSPECT AND CLEAN ADJUST ...

Page 131: ...earings and steering clearance I I I Wheel bearings I I Control unit diagnosis I I I Brake discs I I I Air filter I R I R Engine oil filter R R R Fork I I Vehicle general operation I I I Valve clearance I A A Cooling system I I Braking systems I I I Light circuit I I I Safety switches I I Clutch control fluid 2 I I I Brake fluid 2 I I I Coolant 2 I I I 131 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 132: ...and nuts tightening I I I Stand joint L L L L L L L L L Suspension and setting I I I Fault warning light on instrument panel 4 Fuel lines 3 I I Clutch wear I I Break pad wear I I I I I I I I I RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications AGIP TEC 4T SAE 15W 50 Engine oil Use top brand oils that meet or exceed the requirements of API SJ CCMC G4 ACEA A3 04 JASO MA specifications 132...

Page 133: ...int of 150 C 230 C 302 F 446 F high corrosion protection qualities and good water and rust resistance AGIP CHAIN GREASE SPRAY Recommended CHAIN LUBRICANT Grease AGIP BRAKE 4 BRAKE 5 1 Recommended BRAKE FLUID AGIP BRAKE 4 BRAKE 5 1 Recommended CLUTCH FLUID AGIP PERMANENT SPEZIAL Recommended ENGINE COOLANT Ready mixed biodegradable coolant with long life technology and characteristics red Freezing p...

Page 134: ...134 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 135: ... 10 88 90 Engine stop 45 F Fork 65 Fuel 8 Fuses 101 G Gearbox oil 10 H Headlight 104 Horn 43 I Identification 54 Immobilizer 51 Instrument panel 21 M Maintenance 87 129 130 Maintenance Table 130 Mirrors 107 O Oil filter 90 R rear view mirrors 107 Ride by wire 72 S Saddle 52 Scheduled maintenance 130 Shock absorbers 62 Spark plug 92 Stand 12 80 Start up 44 Stop switch 45 T Technical data 119 Transm...

Page 136: ... during the actual vehicle design stage All Aprilia Original Spare Parts undergo quality control procedures to guarantee reliability and durability The descriptions and illustrations given in this publication are not binding While the basic characteristics as described and illustrated in this booklet remain unchanged Aprilia reserves the right at any time and without being required to update this ...

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