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Arrangement of the main components (02_02)

Key:

Headlamp

Front left turn indicator

Dashboard

Clutch lever

Left light switch

Left rear-view mirror

Ignition switch

Fuel tank cap

Passenger/rider saddle

10. Taillight
11. Licence plate light

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Summary of Contents for DORSODURO 900 2018

Page 1: ...recautions 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 find yourself in harmony with your new vehicle and ride it fully satisfied for a long time This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle should the vehicle be sold it must be transferred to the new owner ...

Page 2: ...ecks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an Aprilia Dealer or Authorised Workshop The 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: ...ts of 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 main...

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Page 5: ...button 66 Engine stop switch 67 Selector MODE 67 System ABS 67 System ATC Aprilia Traction Control 71 Immobilizer system operation 76 Opening the saddle 77 Glove 78 USB Port 78 Identification 79 USE 81 Checks 82 Refuelling 85 Rear shock absorbers adjustment 86 Rear shock absorbers setting 88 Front fork adjustment 89 Front fork setting 90 Justering af greb til forbremse 91 Rear brake pedal adjustme...

Page 6: ...Lamps 126 Headlight adjustment 127 Front direction indicators 128 Rear optical unit 129 Rear turn indicators 129 Number plate light 130 Rear view mirrors 130 Front and rear disc brake 132 Periods of inactivity 133 Cleaning the vehicle 134 Transport 137 Transmission chain 138 Chain backlash check 139 Chain backlash adjustment 140 Checking wear of chain front and rear sprockets 140 Chain lubrication...

Page 7: ...SHIVER 900 Chap 01 General rules 7 ...

Page 8: ...r and then carefully removing insects and stubborn stains before washing the vehicle To prevent stains do not wash the motorcycle immediately after exposure to sunlight and do not wash it in the sun If the vehicle is used during the winter months be sure to frequently wash the motor cycle To remove anti icing salt sprayed on roads in the winter wash the motorcycle with cold water immediately after...

Page 9: ... Stubborn stains of tree resin petrol oil brake liquid or bird droppings should be removed immediately otherwise the stains risk becoming per manent After washing it is easy to identify marks and residual stains remove them from the body using a soft cloth and brand name non abrasive polish and protect with a pro tective wax for cars Periodic care a thorough cleaning and regular protective wax for...

Page 10: ... WITH POLISH PASTE PRO TECT THEM WITH WAXES OR SUITABLE ACID FREE PRODUCTS E G VASELINE RADIATOR IF THE VEHICLE IS USED IN WINTER ON ROADS TREATED WITH SALT WASH THE RADIATOR FREQUENTLY TO PREVENT COSMETIC DAMAGE TO THE FIN ISH AND THE RISK OF ENGINE OVERHEATING WASH WITH PLENTY OF WATER WASH WITH A LOW PRESSURE JET OF WATER USING A GARDEN HOSE FOR EXAMPLE RUBBER PARTS Clean the rubber parts using...

Page 11: ... open or very well ventilated area Never run the engine in an enclosed area If you do work in an enclosed area make sure to use a fume extraction system CAUTION EXHAUST EMISSIONS CONTAIN CARBON MONOXIDE A POISONOUS GAS WHICH CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS AND EVEN DEATH CAUTION CARBON MONOXIDE IS ODOURLESS AND COLOURLESS THEREFORE IT CANNOT BE DETECTED BY SMELL SIGHT OR OTHER SENSES DO NOT BREATH...

Page 12: ...RKS OR OTHER HEAT SOURCES WHICH MAY CAUSE IGNITION OR EXPLOSION DO NOT ALLOW FUEL TO DISPERSE INTO THE ENVIRONMENT KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN IF THE VEHICLE FALLS OR IS ON A STEEP INCLINE FUEL CAN LEAK Hot components The engine and the exhaust system components get very hot and remain in this con dition for a certain time interval after the engine has been switched off Before handling these...

Page 13: ... HAS A SWEET TASTE WHICH MAKES IT EXTREMELY APPEALING TO ANIMALS NEVER LEAVE COOLANT IN OPEN CONTAINERS WHERE IT MAY BE REACHED AND DRUNK BY AN ANIMAL KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN NEVER REMOVE THE RADIATOR CAP WHILE THE ENGINE IS STILL HOT COOLANT IS UNDER PRESSURE AND MAY CAUSE BURNS Used engine oil and gearbox oil CAUTION WHEN CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS IT IS ADVISABLE TO WEAR PROT...

Page 14: ...L TO THE EYES IN THE EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL CONTACT WITH THE EYES RINSE THE EYES IMMEDIATELY WITH PLENTY OF COOL CLEAN WATER AND SEEK IM MEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN Battery hydrogen gas and electrolyte CAUTION THE BATTERY ELECTROLYTE IS TOXIC CORROSIVE AND AS IT CONTAINS SULPHURIC ACID IT CAN CAUSE BURNS WHEN IN CONTACT WITH THE SKIN WHEN HANDLING BATTERY ELECTROLYTE W...

Page 15: ...IS CORROSIVE DO NOT POUR OR SPILL ON PLASTIC COM PONENTS IN PARTICULAR ENSURE THAT THE ELECTROLYTIC ACID IS COM PATIBLE WITH THE BATTERY BEING ACTIVATED Stand BEFORE SETTING OFF MAKE 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 M...

Page 16: ...CAUSE IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO PARTS OF THE VEHICLE IF INCORRECT LY INSTALLED 16 1 General rules ...

Page 17: ...SHIVER 900 Chap 02 Vehicle 17 ...

Page 18: ...02_01 18 2 Vehicle ...

Page 19: ...ponents 02_02 Key 1 Headlamp 2 Front left turn indicator 3 Dashboard 4 Clutch lever 5 Left light switch 6 Left rear view mirror 7 Ignition switch 8 Fuel tank cap 9 Passenger rider saddle 10 Taillight 11 Licence plate light 19 2 Vehicle ...

Page 20: ...ery 26 Rear brake oil tank 27 Ride by Wire throttle handle 28 Right rear view mirror 29 Right light switch 30 Front brake lever 31 Front fork adjusters 32 Front right turn indicator 33 Coolant expansion tank 34 Front tone wheel 35 Front ABS sensor 36 Front right brake calliper 37 Engine oil load cap 38 Nut for adjusting shock absorber spring preload 39 Engine oil level inspection port 40 Rear brak...

Page 21: ...lutch control lever 2 Ignition switch steering lock 3 Dashboard panel 4 Front brake lever 5 Throttle grip 6 High beam flashing switch 7 MODE selector switch 8 Turn indicator control 9 Horn button 10 Engine stop button 21 2 Vehicle ...

Page 22: ...el memorizes the entered five digit personal code To enter the personal code refer to chapter Advanced functions On the value located to the right of the display a variable value from 0 to 9 is shown by using the MODE selector Confirm the selection by pressing on the central part of the MODE selector until all five digits are entered Once confirmed the display shows the code in a fixed manner this...

Page 23: ...ight orange 2 High beam indicator light blue 3 ABS warning light orange 4 Turn indicator warning light green 5 Overspeed threshold shift light indicator lights white orange red 6 Immobilizer indicator light red 7 ATC indicator light orange 8 General warning light red 9 Side stand warning light orange 10 Low fuel warning light orange Digital lcd display 02_07 02_08 02_09 02_10 02_11 02_12 NOTE THE ...

Page 24: ...E selector when set to the ABS only with the vehicle at a standstill and ATC with the engine running IF APPLICABLE function will allow you to edit the selected function changing the background colour to red Then moving the MODE selector left or right it will be possible to change the inter vention value in the ABS function it will be able to disable the system while in the ATC function it will be ...

Page 25: ...information can be seen in the digital display 02_08 Key 1 Engine revs rpm x 1000 2 Speed speedometer displayed in km h or in mph 3 Ice alert indicator ambient temperature below 3 C 37 4 F 4 Gear engaged 25 2 Vehicle ...

Page 26: ...thout AM PM indicated 11 Selected map 12 Journal of the trip computer Where the AMP control unit is present accessory 13 Data transmission with smartphone present not present 14 Intercom active deactivated 15 Passenger headset connected disconnected 16 Rider headset connected disconnected 17 Audio transmission with smartphone for calling sending vocal commands and playing music Present Not present...

Page 27: ...nd then back on again after 60 seconds by pressing the MODE selector s central button At KEY ON the indication of reserve can have a delay of 60 seconds 02_10 When a maintenance interval threshold is exceeded except for the first one a span ner symbol flashes for 5 seconds on the display This indicator may be reset once the scheduled service has been completed by an authorised Aprilia Dealer or se...

Page 28: ...sumption the light stops flashing after about 48 hours 02_13 Alarms 02_13 02_14 02_15 02_16 02_17 02_18 In the event of a fault the digital display will show the cause Take your vehicle as soon as possible to an Authorised Aprilia Dealer SERVICE ALARM In case of failure found in the dashboard or in the electronic control unit the dashboard signals the failure by displaying the word SERVICE and the...

Page 29: ...ealer at low speed Depending on the type of failure performance can be limited in three ways a by reducing the maximum torque produced b by keeping the engine at idle speed but slightly accelerated during this operation the throttle control is disabled c the engine rpm is steady at around 3000 rpm Under these conditions the throttle control provides limited management of the torque NOTE THE PRESEN...

Page 30: ...emperature reaches 115 C 239 F This is indicated by the lighting up of the red general alarm indicator light and by the flashing of the temperature symbol and bar on the digital display 02_17 Electronic control unit disconnected alarm If there is no connection the instrument panel signals the fault by displaying ALARM CAN ECU DISCONNECTED and lighting up the general alarm red warning light NOTE TH...

Page 31: ...aging the electronic ac celerator displayed as follows in the middle left part of the digital display TOURING SPORT RAIN The TOURING mode is designed for a tourism use of the vehicle The SPORT mode is the most reactive and is designed for a sport use of the vehicle CAUTION ONLY EXPERT RIDERS RIDING ON ROADS WITH GOOD GRIP ARE ADVISED TO USE THIS MODE IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR WET SURFACES AND OR R...

Page 32: ...TLE OPEN BUT THE EFFECTIVE PASSAGE TO THE NEW MAPPING SE LECTED WILL ONLY HAPPEN WHEN THE THROTTLE IS CLOSED To change mappings proceed as follows pressing the button once the symbol of the mapping currently applied will be flashing pressing the button again within 1 5 seconds from the first time the next mapping selected will be flashing If the button is not pressed again within 1 5 seconds which...

Page 33: ...adjusted Using the MODE selector you can consult the information in the two trip menus A and B In each journal every slight pressure on the MODE selector on the right or on the left displays in succession the following information 1 ODOMETER 2 PARTIAL ODOMETER A 3 TRAVELLING TIME A 4 MAXIMUM SPEED A 5 AVERAGE SPEED A 6 AVERAGE CONSUMPTION A 7 PARTIAL ODOMETER B 8 TRAVELLING TIME B 9 MAXIMUM SPEED ...

Page 34: ...an also be edited with the vehicle moving Advanced functions 02_21 02_22 02_23 02_24 02_25 02_26 02_27 02_28 02_29 02_30 02_31 02_32 02_33 02_34 02_35 02_36 02_37 02_38 02_39 02_40 02_41 02_42 02_43 02_44 02_45 02_46 02_47 02_48 02_49 02_50 02_51 02_52 02_53 02_54 02_55 02_56 02_57 02_58 02_59 02_60 02_61 02_62 02_63 02_64 02_65 02_66 02_67 02_68 02_69 02_70 Some functions in the trip computer can...

Page 35: ...nd of the selected function will be red 02_22 Moving to the left or to the right it is possible to change the intervention value of the ATC system To return to the ATC menu press the MODE selector in the middle NOTE TO DEACTIVATE THE ATC SYSTEM FROM LEVEL 1 MOVE THE MODE SE LECTOR TO THE LEFT TO DISPLAY THE SYMBOL VICE VERSA TO REAC TIVATE THE SYSTEM FROM THE VALUE MOVE THE MODE SELECTOR TO THE RI...

Page 36: ...24 Moving briefly to the left or to the right it is possible to deactivate or reactivate the ABS system To return to the ABS menu briefly press the MODE selector in the middle CAUTION IT IS DISABLED ONLY TEMPORARILY WHEN THE KEY IS INSERTED THE SYS TEM IS ALWAYS ACTIVE 02_25 MENU After being selected the configuration menu can be immediately accessed by briefly pressing the middle of the MODE sele...

Page 37: ...ng mode 2 Shift light Shift light 3 Display 4 Service Service 5 Dashboard Dashboard 6 Exit Exit 02_28 1 Riding mode Riding mode The Riding mode menu consists of the following 1 1 ABS 1 2 Calibration Calibration 1 3 Bluetooth pairing 1 4 Pairing reset 1 5 EXIT Exit 37 2 Vehicle ...

Page 38: ...ts the ABS function in red Briefly moving to left or right deactivates the function Off To return to the main MENU select EXIT on the menu and press the MODE se lector briefly in the middle CAUTION IT IS DISABLED ONLY TEMPORARILY WHEN THE KEY IS INSERTED THE SYS TEM IS ALWAYS ACTIVE 02_30 1 2 Calibration Calibration When the Calibration function is selected with the vehicle at a standstill a scree...

Page 39: ...LOWS THE CALIBRATION TO BE STORED IN THE MEMORY NOTE THE CALIBRATION PROCEDURE IS USED TO OPTIMISE a PRC FUNCTIONAL ITY IN THE EVENT OF CHANGING TYRE TYPE OR FINAL DRIVE RATIO PINION SPROCKET COMBINATION IF THE VEHICLE IS FITTED WITH TYRES OTHER THAN THOSE INDICATED IN THIS USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL THE LEVEL SETTINGS OF THE SYS TEM MAY NEED TO BE MODIFIED IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE SAME BEHAV IOUR A...

Page 40: ...APRILIA application installed on the smartphone it is possible to exchange data with the vehicle and manage multimedia contents Once a connection is established correctly between the ECU and the smart phone the following functions are accessible and controllable directly from the digital display of the vehicle manage phone calls manage audio playback GPS navigation 02_34 Highlight the Bluetooth pa...

Page 41: ...on is active Allow sharing of the phonebook and notifications when requested These enabling operations are necessary to display the caller s name on the display NOTE A PROLONGED TIME FOR THE SYNCHRONIZATION OF THE PHONEBOOK MAY BE NECESSARY FOR THE FIRST PAIRING BETWEEN THE DISPLAY AND THE SMARTPHONE THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE SMARTPHONE AND VEHICLE WILL BE SIG NALLED BY THE LIGHTING OF THE SMARTP...

Page 42: ... activate voice commands and control the music on the smartphone 02_38 Activate the pairing mode of the bluetooth headset to be paired refer to the in structions of the device itself Press the Bluetooth icon on the main screen of the APRILIA application and perform a new search for devices until the headset is dis played Select the bluetooth headset check the Handsfree driver headset option and pr...

Page 43: ...tphone turn the ignition key to OFF and then to ON wait for the animation on the display to end If the smartphone icon on the display is not illuminated after approximately 1 minute proceed as follows open APRILIA and select Connect select your vehicle from the list of suggestions and follow the instructions on the device once the Application is connected select the Bluetooth icon that appears on ...

Page 44: ...S TO THE SAME VEHICLE TO OPTIMIZE THE OPERATION OF THE SYS TEM WHEN CONNECTING THE SECOND SMARTPHONE PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NEXT ONE WILL REQUIRE A LONGER TIME MORE THAN 30 SECONDS TO CONNECT TO THE BT ROUTER ONCE THE SMARTPHONE IS CONNECTED TO THE BT ROUTER THE OPERATING SYSTEM WILL REQUEST ACCESS TO THE PHONE BOOK AND TO THE NOTIFICATIONS ACCEPT TO DISPLAY THE NAMES OF THE CALLERS ON THE DISPLAY M...

Page 45: ...lay will be highlighted in red and the word INTERCOM will be shown By pressing briefly to the left or right allows the INTER COM VOICE functions to be displayed cyclically To activate the highlighted function press the MODE selector briefly CAUTION WHEN THE NAVIGATION SCREEN IS DISPLAYED THE COMMAND TO ACTI VATE THE INTERCOM VOICE FUNCTIONS DETERMINES THE MAIN SCREEN DISPLAY ONCE THE COMMAND SELEC...

Page 46: ...ain the connection will be deactivated and the digital display will show the INTERPHONE DEACTIVATED message 02_44 The VOICE function allows using the smartphone by giving voice commands via the handset e g Siri or Google Assistant To activate the VOICE function follow the previously described steps THE VOICE FUNCTION CANNOT BE ACTIVATED IF THE INTERCOM FUNC TION IS ALREADY ACTIVATED 46 2 Vehicle ...

Page 47: ...ON TO VALIDATE THE OPERATION UPON KEY ON THE MESSAGE NO PAIRED PHONES FOUND WILL BE SHOWN TELEPHONE NOT PAIRED 02_47 2 Shift light Shift light This function allows you to change the standard value of the pre set shift light threshold when the relative LED will come on when it is exceeded Lightly pressing the middle of the MODE selector highlights the Shift light function in red Briefly shifting th...

Page 48: ...ion allows you to change the backlight of the digital display from a minimum value of 1 to a maximum value of 10 Lightly pressing the middle of the MODE selector highlights the Backlight function in red Briefly moving the MODE selector to the left or right the intensity of the backlight increase or decreases Pressing the MODE selector again confirms the value selected and exits the modifi cation f...

Page 49: ...he MODE selector again confirms the selection and exits the modification function To return to the main MENU select EXIT on the menu and press the MODE se lector briefly in the middle 02_51 4 Service Service The Service menu consists of the following 4 1 Change user code Change user code 4 2 Code recovery Code recovery 4 3 EXIT Exit The functions of the Service menu are shown in the paragraphs bel...

Page 50: ...tion off and then on again to unlock the dashboard The last code set may be modified again in future Access the setting mode again enter the last user code used OLD CODE then enter a new user code NEW CODE as described previously 02_53 4 2 Code recovery Code recovery This function must be used should it be necessary to change the user code when the user no longer remembers the current code Both ke...

Page 51: ...phs below To return to the main MENU select EXIT on the menu and press the MODE se lector briefly in the middle 02_55 5 1 Clock Clock The Clock menu is composed of the following 5 1 1 Set time Set time 5 1 2 12H 5 1 3 24H 5 3 EXIT Exit The functions of the Clock menu are shown in the paragraphs below To return to the Dashboard menu select EXIT on the menu and press the MODE selector briefly in the...

Page 52: ... MODE se lector briefly in the middle 02_57 5 1 1 1 Hours Hours 5 1 1 2 Minutes Minutes To edit and as a result modify the value of one of the two selected functions briefly press the MODE selector in the middle The background of the selected function will be red Moving to the left or to the right it is possible to change its value To exit the modification function briefly press the MODE selector ...

Page 53: ...the menu and press the MODE selector briefly in the middle 02_59 5 2 Units Units This menu allows you to change the settings for displaying the units and is divided as follows 5 2 1 Speed Speed 5 2 2 Fuel consumption Fuel consumption 5 2 3 Temperature Temperature 5 2 4 Exit Exit To return to the Dashboard menu select EXIT on the menu and press the MODE selector briefly in the middle 53 2 Vehicle ...

Page 54: ...ONDS EACH TIME THE KEY IS ENGAGED 02_61 5 2 2 Fuel consumption Fuel consumption To render active ON the desired units regarding fuel consumption briefly press the MODE selector in the middle To return to the Units select EXIT on the menu and press the MODE selector briefly in the middle 02_62 5 2 3 Temperature Temperature To render active ON the desired units regarding ambient temperature briefly ...

Page 55: ... The APRILIA MIA system communicates with the user through messages that can be viewed on the graphic panel of the digital display Depending on the type of mes sage the graphic panel shows icon colours and specific message The image opposite displays Text alarms contact an Authorised Service Centre Warning messages Info messages NOTE THE MODE SELECTOR COMMANDS ARE IGNORED WHEN A POPUP IS PRESENT O...

Page 56: ...three icons will appear on the digital display Please note that on iOS systems the message notifications will be displayed ONLY at the second connection of the smartphone to the vehicle NOTE WHEN A SMARTPHONE CONNECTS WITH THE APRILIA MIA SYSTEM BT ROUTER AUDIO IS AUTOMATICALLY ROUTED TO THE APRILIA MIA SYSTEM IF A HEADSET IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE APRILIA MIA SYSTEM YOU CAN NOT MANAGE THE AUDIO OF ...

Page 57: ...ELECTOR Cancel outgoing call PRESS AND HOLD CENTRE BUTTON OF SELECTOR Clear most recent missed call popup with NO call in progress PRESS CENTRE BUTTON OF SELECTOR BRIEFLY Redial last missed call number with NO call in progress PRESS AND HOLD CENTRE BUTTON OF SELECTOR Increase volume with call in progress BRIEF SELECTOR PRESS TO THE RIGHT Lower volume with call in progress BRIEF SELECTOR PRESS TO T...

Page 58: ...digital display NOTE WHEN A SMARTPHONE CONNECTS WITH THE APRILIA MIA SYSTEM BT ROUTER AUDIO IS AUTOMATICALLY ROUTED TO THE APRILIA MIA SYSTEM IF A HEADSET IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE APRILIA MIA SYSTEM YOU CAN NOT MANAGE THE AUDIO OF CALLS OR LISTEN TO MUSIC THEREFORE YOU NEED TO MANUALLY DIRECT THE AUDIO OF YOUR SMARTPHONE TOWARDS THE DESIRED DEVICE e g SPEAKERS MICROPHONE OF THE SMART PHONE 02_68 Th...

Page 59: ...r audio volume with audio playback in progress BRIEF SELECTOR PRESS TO THE LEFT Next audio track LONG SELECTOR PRESS TO THE RIGHT Previous audio track LONG SELECTOR PRESS TO THE LEFT Play pause PRESS CENTRE BUTTON OF SELECTOR BRIEFLY Exit audio playback mode PRESS AND HOLD CENTRE BUTTON OF SELECTOR Intercom activation when music is NOT active LONG SELECTOR PRESS TO THE LEFT 59 2 Vehicle ...

Page 60: ...pplication with your ac count The navigation icon appears on the digital display after setting the destination address By holding the MODE selector pressed to the RIGHT the GPS indications screen in accessed NOTE BY SETTING THE DESTINATION ADDRESS THROUGH THE APRILIA APPLI CATION THE DIGITAL DISPLAY AUTOMATICALLY DISPLAYS THE DIREC TIONS SCREEN NOTE SHORT PRESS PRESS THE BUTTON AND RELEASE WITHIN ...

Page 61: ...edometer viewable in km h or in mph B service icon C remaining km mi of the journey D clock displayed in 24 or 12 hours mode without AM PM indication E odometer F destination address G indication of next turn and distance to it 61 2 Vehicle ...

Page 62: ...ic R rider headset connected disconnected S passenger headset connected disconnected T intercom active deactivated U data transmission with smartphone present not present Ignition switch 02_71 The ignition switch is on the front of the fuel tank where the steering headstock is The vehicle is supplied with two keys one is the spare key The lights can only be switched off with the ignition switch tu...

Page 63: ...e key can be extracted OFF 2 The engine and lights cannot be set to work The key can be extracted ON 3 The engine can be started The key cannot be extracted 02_72 Locking the steering wheel 02_72 To lock the steering Turn the handlebar completely to the left Turn the ignition switch to OFF Push in the key and turn it anticlockwise to the left steer the handlebar slowly until the key is set to LOCK...

Page 64: ...horn 02_74 Switch direction indicators 02_74 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 AND THE ARROWS FLASHES QUICKLY IT MEANS THAT ONE OR BOTH TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BULBS ARE BURNT OUT 64 2 Vehicle ...

Page 65: ... the vehicle speed reaches zero during this period the time and distance counts are reset and start again from zero when the vehicle starts moving once again Switching on the opposite side turn indicators without pressing the switch in the in termediate reset position causes both the time and distance counters to reset and recommence from zero 02_75 High low beam selector 02_75 Pushing the light s...

Page 66: ...e switch deactivates the high beam flash 02_77 Start up button 02_77 With the key in the ignition and turned to ON when the button is pressed the starter motor will start the engine AFTER A FEW SECONDS FROM THE ENGINE START UP THE START UP BUT TON ASSUMES THE MAPPING CHANGE FUNCTION 66 2 Vehicle ...

Page 67: ...trument panel System ABS The ABS system is a device that prevents wheel locking in case of an emergency braking thus increasing vehicle stability when braking compared with a conventional braking system The ABS system improves vehicle control provided that the physical limits of vehicle grip on the road are not exceeded The rider is fully responsible for riding at a suitable 67 2 Vehicle ...

Page 68: ...IP CREATES A LACK OF STABILITY DIFFICULT TO HANDLE RIDE CAREFULLY AND SEN SIBLY AND ALWAYS BRAKE GRADUALLY DO NOT SPEED RECKLESSLY THE VEHICLE GRIP ON THE ROAD IS SUBJECT TO LAWS OF PHYSICS WHICH NOT EVEN THE ABS SYSTEM CAN ELIMINATE When the vehicle is started after the initial instrument panel check cycle the ABS warning lamp flashes until the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 1 mph 5 km h after whic...

Page 69: ...TE SHOULD THIS OCCUR CONTACT AN Aprilia Approved Dealer THE ABS SYSTEM ACTS ON 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 FROM THE SENSOR IS CONSTANT ON ALL 360 DEGREES SHOULD THE WHEELS BE REMOVED AND REFITTED IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO CHECK THAT THE DISTANCE BETWEEN T...

Page 70: ...HE TOLERANCE INDICATED BELOW TAKE THE MOTORCYCLE TO AN Approved Aprilia Dealer Characteristic Distance between tone wheel and front sensor 0 1 3 17 mm 0 004 0 125 in Distance between tone wheel and rear sensor 0 1 2 00 mm 0 004 0 079 in NOTE IN THE EVENT OF A PROLONGED ROTATION OF THE REAR WHEEL WITH THE FRONT WHEEL LOCKED BURNOUT MOTORCYCLE PLACED ON MIDDLE STAND ETC THE SYSTEM CAN BE AUTOMATICAL...

Page 71: ...ORRECT MINIMUM SAFETY DISTANCE FROM THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF YOU System ATC Aprilia Traction Control 02_80 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 b...

Page 72: ...OME Using the MODE selector the ATC level may be changed from value 1 minimum intervention to value 3 maximum intervention To perform this change refer to paragraph ADVANCED FUNCTIONS TABLE OF RECOMMENDED SETTINGS Engine map ATC Road surface Driving style Touring 2 Touring Sport 1 Sporting Rain 3 Wet road surface Low grip NOTE THE TABLE IS ONLY INTENDED AS A GUIDELINE FOR SETTING UP THE ATC SYSTEM...

Page 73: ...n the event of certain types of malfunctions If the malfunction persists for more than 180 seconds the indicator light remains on and fixed Indicator light flashing quickly when the system intervenes effectively on the traction control ATC SYSTEM DEACTIVATED MANUALLY At key on and after the initial dashboard check cycle if the system is deactivated the ATC indicator light remains lit and fixed unt...

Page 74: ...rectly If the ATC system deactivated indication persists NOTE SHOULD THIS OCCUR CONTACT AN Aprilia Approved Dealer THE ATC SYSTEM ACTS ON BOTH THE REAR WHEEL OBTAINING INFORMA TION FROM THE ROTATION LOCKING TONE WHEELS MOUNTED ON BOTH WHEELS ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE TONE WHEELS ARE CLEAN AND REG ULARLY CHECK THAT THE GAP BETWEEN THE TONE WHEEL AND THE SENSOR IS CONSTANT AROUND THE ENTIRE CIRCUMFERENC...

Page 75: ...ND THEN ON AGAIN NOTE THE SYSTEM S SENSORS HAVING A SIGNIFICANT ACCURACY OF READING THE TONE WHEELS MAY GENERATE A MOTORCYCLE STOPPED AND THE ENGINE RUNNING INDICATION OF SPEED OF SOME km h mph ON THE DIGITAL DISPLAY SUCH BEHAVIOUR IS TO BE CONSIDERED NORMAL AND DOES NOT CREATE MALFUNCTIONS IN THE SYSTEM Characteristic Distance between tone wheel and front sensor 0 1 3 17 mm 0 004 0 125 in Distanc...

Page 76: ... modulated signal is the password by which the appropriate central unit recog nises the key and only after this occurs it allows the engine start up CAUTION THE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM CAN MEMORISE UP TO FOUR KEYS DATA STORAGE OPERATION CAN ONLY BE PERFORMED AT AN Authorised Aprilia DEALER DATA STORAGE PROCEDURE CANCELS THE EXISTING CODES THEREFORE IF A CUSTOMER WANTS TO PROGRAM SOME NEW KEYS S HE SHOU...

Page 77: ...G ANY CONTROL ON THE LEFT SWITCH CLUSTER IT IS POSSIBLE TO REMOVE THE ERROR NOTIFICATION SCREEN BUT THE SCREEN WILL BE VISIBLE AGAIN AFTER ABOUT 10 SECONDS 02_84 Opening the saddle 02_84 02_85 Rest the vehicle on its stand Insert the key 1 in the lock Turn the key 1 anticlockwise pull out and lift the saddle 2 There is a handy document compartment in the vehicle tail fairing Remove the saddle 2 to...

Page 78: ...CK THAT THE IGNITION KEY HAS NOT BEEN LEFT THE KEY IN THE DOCUMENT COMPARTMENT BEFORE SETTING OFF MAKE SURE THAT THE SADDLE IS CORRECTLY LOCKED INTO POSITION Glove To access the glove compartment the rider seat must be removed 02_86 USB Port 02_86 A USB port is present on the left side of the motorcycle on the upper steering plate To use it remove the protection cap TO AVOID THAT WATER AND OR HUMI...

Page 79: ...T IN PARTIAL DIS CHARGE OF THE BATTERY USB PORT Output voltage 5 00 0 25 DC Charging current 1A Max Identification 02_87 02_88 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 79 ...

Page 80: ...EEN MODI FIED OR NOT PROMPTLY DETERMINED 02_87 FRAME NUMBER The chassis number is stamped on the RH side of the headstock Chassis No 02_88 ENGINE NUMBER The engine number is printed on the base of the engine crankcase left hand side Engine No 80 2 Vehicle ...

Page 81: ...SHIVER 900 Chap 03 Use 81 ...

Page 82: ...FUNCTIONS ARE FOUND OR SUSPECTED IT DOES NOT TAKE MUCH TIME TO DO A CHECK AND THE SAFETY BENEFITS ARE CONSIDERABLE 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 ignition switch is turned to ON the alarm LED warning lights turn on for about three seconds on the dashboard PRE RIDE CHECKS Front and rea...

Page 83: ...nge 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 lever Check it operates smoothly Lubricate the joint and adjust the travel if necessary Steering Makes sure that the steering turns freely is even smooth and with zero play or slackening to the limit stop on both sides Side stand Check that it sl...

Page 84: ... refill if necessary Check the circuit for leaks or obstructions Check that the tank cap closes correctly Engine stop switch ON OFF Check function Lights indicator lights horn rear stop light switch and electrical devices Check function of horn and lights Replace bulbs or repair any faults noted Tone wheels Check that the tone wheels are perfectly clean and in good conditions 84 3 Use ...

Page 85: ...0 BIOETHANOL CONTENT E10 DO NOT USE PETROL WITH AN ETHANOL CONTENT HIGHER THAN 10 THIS USE COULD DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND OR COMPRO MISE ENGINE PERFORMANCE Characteristic Fuel reserve included 14 5 l 3 19 UK gal 3 83 US gal Fuel reserve 3 l 0 66 UK gal 0 79 US gal Refill CAUTION DO NOT ADD ADDITIVES OR ANY OTHER SUBSTANCES TO THE FUEL WHEN USING A FUNNEL ENSURE THAT IT IS PERFECTLY CL...

Page 86: ...e key 2 is inserted Once the key 2 is inserted press the cap to close it again Remove the key 2 Close the cover 1 MAKE SURE THE CAP IS TIGHTLY CLOSED 03_04 Rear shock absorbers adjustment 03_04 03_05 03_06 The rear suspension consists of a spring shock absorber unit connected to the frame by uniball joints To adjust the setting the shock absorber has an adjuster screw 1 for adjusting the rebound h...

Page 87: ...E STANDARD REGULATION OF THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER IS INTEN DED TO SATISFY NORMAL TOUR DRIVING CONDITIONS IN ANY CASE IT IS POSSIBLE TO INSERT PERSONAL SETTINGS DEPENDING ON VEHICLE UTILIZATION TO COUNT THE NUMBER OF CLICKS OF THE ADJUSTER 1 ALWAYS START FROM THE MOST RIGID SETTING COMPLETE CLOCKWISE ROTATION TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE ADJUSTER SCREWS 1 NEVER FORCE THEM BEYOND THE END OF TRAVEL IN EIT...

Page 88: ...PING AC CORDING TO THE VEHICLE USE CONDITIONS IF THE SPRING PRELOADING IS INCREASED IT IS NECESSARY TO INCREASE THE REBOUND DAMPING ACCORDINGLY TO AVOID SUDDEN JERKS WHEN RIDING IF NECESSARY CONTACT AN OFFICIAL APRILIA DEALER TRY RIDING THE VEHICLE ON THE STREET UNTIL THE OPTIMUM ADJUSTMENT IS OBTAINED Rear shock absorbers setting REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ADJUSTMENT Description Pilot Pilot Passenger Ba...

Page 89: ...ED The front suspension consists of a hydraulic fork connected to the headstock by means of two plates The right stem of the fork has an upper nut 2 for adjusting the spring pre load and an upper adjustment screw 1 for adjusting the hydraulic braking in rebound DO NOT FORCE THE ROTATION OF THE ADJUSTMENT SCREW BEYOND THE LIMIT STOP IN BOTH DIRECTIONS IN ORDER TO PREVENT ANY DAMAGE WHEN SPRING PRE ...

Page 90: ...S READ THE PARAGRAPH SET TING THE FRONT FORK CAREFULLY TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer IF NECESSARY 03_08 03_09 Front fork setting 03_08 03_09 TO COUNT THE NUMBER OF CLICKS AND OR REVOLUTIONS OF ADJUST MENT SETTINGS ALWAYS START FROM THE MOST RIGID SETTING WHOLE CLOCKWISE ROTATION OF THE SETTING 90 3 Use ...

Page 91: ...o wheel centre 480 mm 18 90 in 480 mm 18 90 in Clockwise Anticlockwise this type of adjustment may only be made by an Authorised Aprilia Dealer 03_10 Justering af greb til forbremse 03_10 It is possible to adjust the distance between the end of the lever 1 and the grip 2 turning the adjuster 3 Push the control lever 1 forwards and turn the adjuster 3 until the lever 1 is at the desired distance Tu...

Page 92: ...T AN Official Aprilia Dealer 03_12 Clutch lever adjustment 03_12 It is possible to adjust the distance between the end of the lever 1 and the grip 2 turning the adjuster 3 Push the control lever 1 forwards and turn the adjuster 3 until the lever 1 is at the desired distance Turning the adjuster anticlockwise the lever 1 gets closer to the grip 2 Running in Running the engine in correctly is essent...

Page 93: ... 34 mi we recommend not exceeding 6500 rpm and not fully opening the throttle for prolonged periods After this up to about 1000 km 621 37 mi gradually increase the rpm and the periods of full throttle CAUTION AFTER THE SPECIFIED MILEAGE TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer FOR THE CHECKS INDICATED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTE NANCE TABLE IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SECTION TO AVOID INJURI...

Page 94: ...NE MAY ONLY BE STARTED WITH THE GEARBOX IN NEUTRAL IF YOU ATTEMPT TO ENGAGE THE GEAR THE ENGINE WILL STOP WITH THE SIDE STAND RETRACTED THE ENGINE MAY BE STARTED WITH THE GEARBOX IN NEUTRAL OR WITH THE GEAR ENGAGED AND THE CLUTCH LEVER OPERATED 03_13 Get on the motorcycle assuming the correct driving posture Make sure that the side stand has been fully retracted Operate the front or rear brake or ...

Page 95: ...e only With the engine operating normally the number of rpm at which the engine is operating will be displayed instantaneously IF THE LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD TURNS ON REFUEL THE VEHICLE AT ONCE INTENSE USE ON LOW FUEL CAN DAMAGE THE ENGINE ON NEW VEHICLES THE SHIFT LIGHT THRESHOLD IS SET TO 6 500 RPM RAISE THE THRESHOLD GRADUALLY UNTIL YOU HAVE BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE VEHICLE AND ...

Page 96: ...ED FOR SEVERAL KILOMETRES THIS WILL ALLOW THE ENGINE TO WARM UP AND REDUCE POLLUTING EMISSIONS AND FUEL CONSUMPTION Moving off riding 03_16 03_17 03_18 03_19 CAUTION WHEN TRAVELLING WITHOUT PASSENGERS MAKE SURE THE PASSENGER FOOTRESTS ARE FOLDED UP CAUTION PASSENGERS MUST BE SUITABLY INSTRUCTED ON HOW TO BEHAVE TO PREVENT DANGEROUS SITUATIONS WHEN RIDING BEFORE SETTING OFF MAKE SURE THE STAND HAS ...

Page 97: ...NCE HELPS YOU JUDGE THE DISTANCE SEPARAT ING YOU AND THE VEHICLE BEHIND 03_17 With the throttle 2 closed and the engine at minimum operate the clutch lever 3 Push the gearbox lever 4 downward to select the first gear Release the clutch lever activated during start up CAUTION WHEN TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE DO NOT RELEASE THE CLUTCH TOO QUICKLY OR SUDDENLY AS THIS COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STOP OR THE...

Page 98: ... the recommended rpm SELECT THE APPROPRIATE GEAR AND SPEED FOR THE CONDITIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE ENGINE SPEED TO DROP EXCESSIVELY Release the throttle 2 operate the clutch lever 3 lift the gear lever 4 release the clutch 3 and accelerate Repeat the last two operations and engage a higher gear IF THE GENERAL WARNING LIGHT LIGHTS UP ON THE DASHBOARD AC COMPANIED BY THE MESSAGE ALLARM OIL PRESSURE ON T...

Page 99: ...TED FOR THE ENGINE COULD BE EXCEEDED 03_19 Release the throttle 2 If necessary pull the brake levers gently and reduce speed Pull the clutch lever 3 and push the gear lever 4 down to select the lower gear Release the brake levers when it is operated Release the clutch lever 3 and accelerate moderately CAUTION STOP THE VEHICLE MAINLY USING THE FRONT BRAKE THE REAR BRAKE MUST ONLY BE USED TO BALANCE...

Page 100: ...HE SAME TIME THE GEAR IS ENGAGED AND THE CLUTCH LEVER OPERATED USING JUST THE FRONT OR THE REAR BRAKE ONLY SIGNIFICANTLY RE DUCES THE BRAKING FORCE OF THE VEHICLE WHEN STOPPING UPHILL DECELERATE COMPLETELY AND ONLY USE THE BRAKES TO MAINTAIN THE VEHICLE IN THE STOPPED POSITION USING THE ENGINE TO KEEP THE MOTORCYCLE STOPPED COULD CAUSE THE CLUTCH TO OVERHEAT BRAKING CONTINUOUSLY WHEN DRIVING DOWNH...

Page 101: ...ast 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 CAUTION PARK ON SAFE AND LEVEL GROUND TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM FALL ING DO NOT LEAN THE VEHICLE AGAINST A WALL OR LAY IT ON THE GROUND ENSURE T...

Page 102: ... 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 CATA...

Page 103: ...endered non operating Check the muffler exhaust silencer and the silencer pipes make sure there 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_21 Stand 03_21 If it is necessary to extend the side stand for any reason e g after movin...

Page 104: ...ATH NEVER leave the ignition key in the lock and 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 af...

Page 105: ...ention when braking on wet surfaces on dirt or on a slippery road surface 5 Do not start off by getting on the vehicle while it is standing on its stand 6 When riding on roads covered with sand mud snow mixed with salt etc We rec ommend cleaning the brake discs frequently with a non corrosive detergent in order to prevent corrosive particles from building up in the holes which may cause early brak...

Page 106: ...bjects helmet gloves or glasses Mount and dismount only on the left side of the vehicle and only with the side stand lowered 03_24 The stand is designed to support the weight of the vehicle and a small additional weight which does not include the rider and passenger Mounting into driving position with the side stand in place is permitted only to prevent the possibility of the vehicle falling or ov...

Page 107: ...se the passenger should mount and dismount the vehicle using caution to avoid causing the vehicle or the rider to lose balance CAUTION THE RIDER TO INSTRUCT THE PASSENGER ABOUT THE PROPER WAY TO MOUNT AND DISMOUNT FROM THE VEHICLE THE VEHICLE INCLUDES PASSENGER FOOTRESTS WHICH SHOULD BE USED DURING MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING THE PASSENGER SHOULD ALWAYS USE THE LEFT FOOTREST FOR MOUNTING AND DISMOUNT...

Page 108: ...THE TAIL FAIRING WITHOUT CAUSING LOSS OF BALANCE MOUNTING Grip the handlebar properly and mount the vehicle without placing your weight upon the side stand CAUTION IN THE CASE THAT YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO REST BOTH FEET ON THE GROUND PUT THE RIGHT FOOT ON THE GROUND IN THE CASE OF A LOSS OF BALANCE THE LEFT SIDE IS PROTECTED BY THE SIDE STAND AND KEEP YOUR LEFT FOOT READY TO BE POSITIONED Place both f...

Page 109: ... heel of your left foot to completely open the side stand CAUTION IN THE CASE THAT YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO REST BOTH FEET ON THE GROUND PUT THE RIGHT FOOT ON THE GROUND IN THE CASE OF A LOSS OF BALANCE THE LEFT SIDE IS PROTECTED BY THE SIDE STAND AND KEEP YOUR LEFT FOOT READY TO BE POSITIONED Place both feet on the ground and keep the vehicle balanced in the driving position Show the passenger how to ...

Page 110: ...til the stand touches the ground Correctly grip the handlebar and dismount from the vehicle Turn the handlebar completely to the left Place the passenger footrest in its place CAUTION MAKE SURE THE VEHICLE IS STABLE 110 3 Use ...

Page 111: ...SHIVER 900 Chap 04 Maintenance 111 ...

Page 112: ...D IF THE VEHICLE IS USED IN PARTICULAR RAINY OR DUSTY CONDI TIONS OFF ROAD OR FOR TRACK USE THE OIL LEVEL MUST BE CHECKED WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM CAUTION DO NOT LET THE ENGINE IDLE WITH THE VEHICLE AT A STANDSTILL TO WARM UP THE ENGINE AND OBTAIN THE OPERATING TEMPERATURE OF ENGINE OIL PREFERABLY CHECK THE OIL AFTER A JOURNEY OF AFTER TRAVELLING APPROXIMATELY 15 Km 10 miles IN EXTRA URBAN CONDITIO...

Page 113: ...d up proceed as follows Unscrew and remove the cap CAUTION ONLY USE ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDED ON THE PRODUCTS TABLE Pour in the necessary quantity of engine oil to reach the correct level CAUTION DO NOT ADD ADDITIVES OR ANY OTHER SUBSTANCES TO THE OIL WHEN USING A FUNNEL OR ANY OTHER ELEMENT MAKE SURE IT IS PERFECTLY CLEAN Engine oil change CAUTION THE ENGINE OIL MAY ONLY BE CHECKED AND CHANGED BY AN...

Page 114: ...EDUC ING GRIP AND ROAD HOLDING SPECIALLY WHEN CORNERING ON THE OTHER HAND AN UNDER INFLATED TYRE CAUSES THE CONTACT PATCH TO INCLUDE A LARGER PORTION OF THE TYRE SIDE WALLS IF SO THE TYRE MIGHT SLIP ON OR GET DETACHED FROM THE WHEEL RIM RE SULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY THE VEHICLE MIGHT SKID IN A BEND CHECK THE SURFACE CONDITION AND WEAR BECAUSE POOR TYRE CON DITION COULD ...

Page 115: ...T TYRES REPLACEMENT REPAIR MAINTENANCE AND BALANCING OPERATIONS ARE HIGHLY IMPORTANT AND SO THEY SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT USING THE SPECIFIC TOOLS AND WITH THE ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE HAVE YOUR TYRES AND WHEELS SERVICED AT AN AUTHORISED DEALER OR A SPECI ALISED TYRE WORKSHOP NEW TYRES MAY BE COATED WITH AN OILY FILM RIDE WITH CAUTION DUR ING THE FIRST KILOMETRES DO NOT APPLY UNSUITABLE LIQUIDS ON TYRES Mi...

Page 116: ...ER AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IF SWALLOWED INDUCE VOMITING RINSE MOUTH AND THROAT WITH PLENTY OF WATER AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY Coolant solution is 50 water and 50 antifreeze fluid This mixture is suitable for the majority of operating temperatures and offers adequate corrosion protection It is advisable to use the same mixture even in hot weather as this minimises loss due to evaporation ...

Page 117: ...ESSURISED AND VERY HOT CONTACT WITH SKIN OR CLOTHES MAY CAUSE SEVERE BURNS AND OR INJURIES 04_03 Coolant check 04_03 Shut off the engine and wait until it cools off Keep the vehicle upright with the wheels on the ground Move the handlebar to the left while keeping the vehicle upright Check that the level of the liquid in the expansion tank is between MAX MAX maximum level and MIN MIN minimum level...

Page 118: ... 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 LOWER reference mark Top up if the fluid does not reach at least the LOWER MIN reference mark Check brake pads and disc for wear If the pads and or the disc do not need replacing top up the fluid Braking system fluid top up NOTE FOR REMOVING CHEC...

Page 119: ...CHANGING THE CLUTCH OIL CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer 04_07 Battery removal 04_07 Make sure that the ignition switch is set to OFF Remove the rider saddle Undo and remove the screw 1 of the negative terminal Move the negative lead 2 aside Undo and remove the screw 3 of the positive terminal Move the positive lead 4 aside Undo and remove the two screws 5 Remove the battery locking bracket 6 Ho...

Page 120: ...RY LEADS ARE IN GOOD CONDITION NOT CORRODED OR COVERED BY DEPOSITS COVERED BY NEUTRAL GREASE OR PETROLEUM JELLY Checking the electrolyte level WARNING THIS MOTORCYCLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A BATTERY THAT REQUIRES NO MAINTENANCE OTHER THAN PERIODICALLY CHECKING STATE OF CHARGE Charging the battery Remove the battery Get an adequate battery charger Set the battery charger for the recharge type indicated ...

Page 121: ... charger Characteristic CHARGE MODES Recharge Ordinary Current 1 0A Time 8 10 hours Charging Quick Current 10A Time 1 hour Long periods of inactivity IF THE VEHICLE IS INACTIVE FOR MORE THAN FIFTEEN DAYS DISCONNECT THE 30A FUSE OR DISCONNECT THE BATTERY TO AVOID THE BATTERY DE TERIORATING DUE TO THE CONSUMPTION OF CURRENT BY THE MULTI FUNCTION COMPUTER 121 4 Maintenance ...

Page 122: ...ll on the vehicle disconnect the cables from the terminals Fuses 04_08 04_09 04_10 04_11 04_12 04_13 Check fuses in case of failure or irregular functioning of an electrical component or engine starting failure Check the auxiliary 15A fuses first then the main 30A fuse CAUTION DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR FAULTY FUSES NEVER USE A FUSE THAT IS DIFFERENT THAN WHAT IS SPECIFIED TO PRE VENT DAMAGES TO THE...

Page 123: ...ake out one fuse at a time and check whether the filament 2 is broken In this case change the fuse with one of the same amperage NOTE IF THE SPARE FUSE IS USED REPLACE WITH ONE OF THE SAME TYPE IN THE CORRESPONDING FITTING AUXILIARY FUSES DISTRIBUTION A 10A fuse Lights relay high beam relay buttons and brake lights horn daylight running lights front rear license plate B 15A fuse ECU live positive ...

Page 124: ...A fuse Low beam high beam lights C 7 5A fuse Fan G spare fuses Auxiliary fuses are placed in the central part of the motorcycle under the rider saddle 04_10 MAIN FUSES To check the main fuse H Remove the protective cover 3 unscrewing the two screws 4 124 4 Maintenance ...

Page 125: ... FUNCTIONS ON THE DASHBOARD 04_12 To check the main fuse L Remove the protective cover take out the fuse L and check whether the filament 2 is broken In this case change it with one of the same amperage 04_13 To check the ABS fuse I Remove the protective cover take out the fuse I and check whether the filament 2 is broken In this case change it with one of the same amperage 125 4 Maintenance ...

Page 126: ...es are located in the central part of the motorcycle under the rider saddle Lamps NOTE WHEN THE REAR WHEEL EXCEEDS THE SPEED OF 1 km h 0 62 mph EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF AND THE KEY SET TO ON THE HEADLIGHTS WILL TURN ON AND WILL REMAIN ON FOR 30 SECONDS FROM THE TIME IN WHICH THE REAR WHEEL STOPS MOVING CAUTION FOR REMOVAL CHECKING AND REPLACEMENT OF THE SPARK PLUGS CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Deal...

Page 127: ... ground is flat sit on the vehicle and check that the beam projected onto the wall is just under the horizontal straight line of the headlight about 9 10 of the total height 04_15 To carry out vertical adjustment of the light beam Rest the vehicle on its stand Working from the rear left of the top fairing use the knob 1 TIGHTEN clockwise to raise the beam UNSCREW anticlockwise to lower the light b...

Page 128: ... to shift the beam to the right NOTE CHECK THAT THE LIGHT BEAM HORIZONTAL DIRECTION IS CORRECT 04_17 Front direction indicators 04_17 Rest the vehicle on its stand Loosen and remove screw 1 Remove the lens 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 THE REFLECTOR 4 DETACHES FROM ITS SEAT PUSH IT CORRECTLY...

Page 129: ...er 04_18 Rear turn indicators 04_18 Rest the vehicle on its stand Loosen and remove screw 1 Remove the lens 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 THE REFLECTOR 4 DETACHES FROM ITS SEAT PUSH IT CORRECTLY IN TO PLACE 129 4 Maintenance ...

Page 130: ...t 04_20 Take out the glass of the license plate light 2 Remove the bulb 3 and replace it with another of the same type 04_21 Rear view mirrors 04_21 04_22 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 130 4 Maintenance ...

Page 131: ...RE DO NOT SCRATCH OR SPOIL THEM Remove the rear view mirror 4 CAUTION REPEAT THE PROCEDURE TO REMOVE THE OTHER MIRROR AFTER REFITTING ADJUST THE REAR VIEW MIRRORS CORRECTLY AND TIGHTEN THE NUTS IN ORDER TO ENSURE STABILITY 04_22 After refitting Adjust the rear view mirror angle correctly 131 4 Maintenance ...

Page 132: ... disc and pads as follows at the rear for the front brake callipers 1 on the right side of the motorcycle from the top 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 ...

Page 133: ...e side effects of not using the scooter Besides it is necessary to carry out general repairs and checks before garaging the motorcycle as one can forget to do so afterwards Proceed as follows Remove the battery Wash and dry the motorcycle 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 r...

Page 134: ...7 04_28 04_29 Clean the motorcycle frequently if exposed to adverse conditions 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 fro...

Page 135: ...ES OF THE BRAKING CIRCUIT ALLOW LONGER BRAKING DISTAN CES TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS BRAKE REPEATEDLY TO RESTORE NORMAL OPERATION CARRY OUT THE PRE RIDE CHECKS CAUTION WARNING DOPO UNA PIOGGIA BATTENTE DOPO UN LAVAGGIO O NEL CASO DI RE PENTINI SBALZI TERMICI LE LENTI DEL GRUPPO OTTICO ANTERIORE POS SONO APPANNARSI QUESTA CONDIZIONE È DOVUTA ALLA DIFFERENZA DI TEMPERATURA FRA ESTERNO ED INTERNO E NON È I...

Page 136: ...LY AND RINSING FREQUENTLY WITH PLENTY OF WATER REMEMBER 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 NEVER USE CLOTHS SOAKE...

Page 137: ...DETERGENTS OR ALCOHOL DRY THE SADDLE WELL AFTER CLEANING CAUTION DO NOT APPLY PROTECTIVE WAX ON THE SADDLE AS IT MAY BECOME SLIP PERY Lubricate the following components after washing the vehicle drive chain lever controls pedal controls ignition switch 04_30 Transport 04_30 NOTE BEFORE TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE THE FUEL TANK MUST BE EMPTIED ADEQUATELY AND YOU MUST CHECK THAT IT IS COMPLETELY DRY 13...

Page 138: ...TACH FROM THE FRONT PIN ION OR SPROCKET CAUSING AN ACCIDENT OR SIGNIFICANT DAMAGES TO PERSONS AND TO THE VEHICLE CHECK REGULARLY THE CLEARANCE OF THE DRIVE CHAIN AND ADJUST THE CHAIN IF NECESSARY TO CHANGE THE DRIVE CHAIN CONTACT AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer WHICH WILL BE PLEASED TO PROVIDE YOU WITH QUICK AND THOROUGH SERVICE CAUTION INCORRECT MAINTENANCE MAY CAUSE EARLY WEAR OF THE DRIVE CHAIN AN...

Page 139: ...ff the engine Rest the vehicle on its stand Select neutral Check that the vertical oscillation at a point between the pinion and the sprocket on the lower branch of the chain is about 25 mm 0 98 in Move the vehicle forwards to check the vertical deflection of the chain in other positions the chain deflection must be constant throughout the entire rotation of the wheel if the clearance is uniform b...

Page 140: ...ilia Dealer Checking wear of chain front and rear sprockets Also check the following parts and check that the chain the front sprocket and the rear sprocket do not have damaged rollers loosened pins dry corroded crushed or seized links excessive wear Missing sealing rings excessively worn or damaged front or rear sprocket teeth CAUTION IF THE CHAIN ROLLERS ARE DAMAGED THE PINS ARE LOOSE AND OR THE...

Page 141: ...ns should be more frequent if there are signs of early rust Lubricate the chain whenever necessary After washing and drying the chain lubricate it with spray grease for sealed chains THE DRIVE CHAIN IS FITTED WITH RUBBER O RINGS BETWEEN ITS SIDE PLATES IN ORDER TO RETAIN THE LUBRICATING GREASE PROCEED WITH THE UTMOST CAUTION WHEN ADJUSTING LUBRICATING WASHING OT RE PLACING THE CHAIN COMMERCIALLY A...

Page 142: ...142 4 Maintenance ...

Page 143: ...SHIVER 900 Chap 05 Technical data 143 ...

Page 144: ...ase 1465 mm 57 68 in Kerb weight 218 Kg 481 lb Weight fully loaded 435 kg 959 lb ENGINE Model M55CM Type Four stroke longitudinal 90 V twin cylinder with 4 valves per cylinder 2 cam shafts at the big end Cylinder number 2 Total engine capacity 896 1 cm 54 68 cu in Bore stroke 92 x 67 4 mm 3 62 x 2 65 in 144 5 Technical data ...

Page 145: ... with mechanical control lever on left side of the handlebar Lubrication Wet crankcase Pressure fed controlled by trochoidal pump Air filter With dry filter cartridge Cooling Liquid GEARBOX Type Mechanical 6 speeds with foot lever on the left hand side of the engine CAPACITY Fuel reserve included 14 5 l 3 19 UK gal 3 83 US gal 145 5 Technical data ...

Page 146: ...0 48 US gal Seats 2 Maximum weight limit 215 kg 474 lb rider passenger luggage DRIVE RATIOS Drive ratio Primary gear 40 69 Drive ratio 1st gear 14 36 secondary Drive ratio 2nd gear 17 32 secondary Drive ratio 3rd gear 20 30 secondary Drive ratio 4th gear 22 28 secondary Drive ratio 5th gear 23 26 secondary Drive ratio 6th gear 24 25 secondary Final drive ratio 16 44 146 5 Technical data ...

Page 147: ...FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEM Type Electronic injection Multipoint Throttle valve diameter Diam 52 mm 2 05 in Fuel Unleaded petrol max E10 95 RON FRAME Type Die cast aluminium plates and high yield strength steel frame Steering inclination angle with extended suspensions 26 Trail 114 mm 4 49 in 147 5 Technical data ...

Page 148: ...onoshock Travel 43 1 mm 1 69 0 039 in BRAKES Front Double floating disc Ø 320 mm 12 60 in radially mounted calliper with 2 Ø 27 mm 1 06 in pistons 2 diam 32 03 mm 1 26 in and 4 pads Rear Disc brake diam 240 mm 9 45 in single piston calliper diam 35 mm 1 38 in WHEELS Type In light alloy with extractable pin Front 3 50 x 17 148 5 Technical data ...

Page 149: ...ngers 2 5 bar 250 KPa 36 26 PSI Rear 180 55 ZR17 73W Inflation pressure 1 passenger 2 5 bar 250 kPa 36 26 PSI 2 passengers 2 8 bar 280 kPa 40 61 PSI SPARK PLUGS BRAND TYPE RESISTANCE ELECTRODE GAP NGK R CR8EKB 5 kOhm 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in NGK R CR7EKB 5 kOhm 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in 149 5 Technical data ...

Page 150: ...e solution 12 V 12 Ah YTX 14 BS Main fuses 30 A 5 A Secondary fuses 7 5 A 2 10 A 15 A 3 ABS fuses 20 A Alternator permanent magnet 13 5 V 450 W at 6000 rpm Ignition Electronic inductive high efficiency ignition integrated with the injection system with variable advance and separate H V coil Ignition advance Three dimensional map managed by control unit 150 5 Technical data ...

Page 151: ...ors 12V 10W Licence plate light 12 V 5 W Rear daylight running light stop light 12V 5 21W x 2 INDICATOR LAMPS ABS LED High beam light LED Fuel reserve LED Turn indicators LED Overspeed threshold shift light LED Immobilizer LED MI LED General warning LED Side stand LED ATC LED 151 5 Technical data ...

Page 152: ...152 5 Technical data ...

Page 153: ...SHIVER 900 Chap 06 Programmed maintenance 153 ...

Page 154: ...d mileage Services must be performed punctually at the correct intervals to maintain the validity of the warranty For any additional in formation concerning Warranty procedures and Scheduled Maintenance please consult the Warranty Conditions 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 U...

Page 155: ... bearings Wheels I I I I Diagnosis by tool I I I I I I I Brake discs Brake pads wear 7 I I I I I Air filter I R I R Engine oil filter R R R R R Fork I I I I General operation of the vehicle I I I I I Valve clearance A A Cooling system I I Braking systems I I I I I Light circuit I I I I I Safety switches stand stop clutch extra negative stroke gas control I I I I I I I Clutch control fluid I I I I ...

Page 156: ...ightening I I I Suspension and setting I I I Fault indicator light on dashboard 3 Fuel lines 2 I I I I Clutch wear I I 06_02 Recommended products 06_02 Piaggio Group recommends the products of its Castrol Official Partner for the scheduled maintenance of its vehicles Use lubricants and liquids having specifications that are equivalent or superior to the recommended products These indications also ...

Page 157: ...Synthetic brake fluid SAE J 1703 FMVSS 116 ISO 4925 CUNA NC 956 DOT4 Anti freeze liquid ready to use colour red Ethylene glycol antifreeze liquid with organic inhibition additives Red ready to use ASTM D 3306 ASTM D 4656 ASTM D 4985 CUNA NC 956 16 Lithium based grease Lithium calcium soap based grease colour black contains EP Extreme Pressure additives excellent water repellent properties 157 6 Pr...

Page 158: ...158 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 159: ...3 112 114 Engine stop 67 F Fork 89 90 Fuel 12 Fuses 122 G Gearbox oil 13 H Headlight 127 Horn 64 I Identification 79 Immobilizer 76 Instrument panel 22 M Maintenance 111 153 154 Maintenance Table 154 Mirrors 130 O Oil filter 114 R rear view mirrors 130 Recommended products 156 S Saddle 77 Scheduled maintenance 154 Shock absorbers 86 88 Spark plug 115 Stand 15 103 Start up 66 Stop switch 67 T Techn...

Page 160: ...a original spare parts undergo quality control procedures to guarantee reliability and durability The descriptions and images in this publication are given for illustrative purposes only While the basic features as described and illustrated in this manual remain unchanged Piaggio C S p A reserves the right at any time and without being required to update this publication beforehand to make any cha...

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