APRILIA ETX 125, Manual

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31 use and maintenance ETX 125
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Before departure, always carry
out a preliminary checking of the
vehicle to make sure that it func-
tions correctly and safely, see the fol-
lowing table (PRELIMINARY CHECKING
OPERATIONS). The non-performance of
these checking operations can cause
severe personal injuries or damages to
the vehicle.
Do not hesitate to consult your aprilia
Official Dealer in case there is some-
thing you do not understand about the
functioning of some controls or in case
you suspect or discover some irregular-
ities.
It does not take long to carry out a
check-up and this operation ensures
you much more safety.
a
PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS
Component Check Pagina
Front and rear disc
brakes Check the functioning, the idle stroke of the control levers,
the fluid level and make sure there are no leaks. Check
the wear of the pads. If necessary, top up the fluid tank.
22-23-
24-52
Accelerator Make sure that it works smoothly and that it is possible to
open and close it completely, in all steering positions.
If necessary, adjust and/or lubricate it.
53
2 stroke oil/
transmission oil Check and/or top up if necessary. 20/21-
42-43
Wheel/tyres Check the tyre surface, the inflation pressure, wear and
tear and any damage.
27
Brake levers Make sure that they work smoothly. If necessary, lubricate
the articulations and adjust the stroke.
23-24
Clutch The idle stroke at the end of the clutch lever must be
about 10 mm; the clutch must operate without jerking
and/or slipping.
26
Steering Make sure that the steering rotates smoothly, without any
clearance or slackening.
—
Side stand and center
stand Make sure that it works smoothly and that the spring ten-
sion brings it back to its normal position. If necessary,
lubricate joints and hinges. Make sure that the safety
switch on the side stand operates correctly.
59-60
Fastening elements Make sure that the fastening elements are not loose.
If necessary, adjust or tighten them.
—
Drive chain Check the slack. 48-49
Fuel tank Check the fuel level and top up, if necessary. Make sure
there are no leaks or air bubbles in the circuit.
20-65
Coolant The coolant level in the expansion tank must be included
between the "
MIN " and " MAX " marks.
28-29
Lights, warning lights,
horn and electric
devices Check the proper functioning of the acoustic and visual
devices. Change the bulbs or intervene in case of failure.
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