APRILIA PEGASO 650 IE - 2003, Manual

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51 use and maintenance Pegaso 650 I.E.
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WARNING
If possible, avoid stopping abruptly,
slowing down suddenly and braking at
the last moment.
◆
Release the throttle grip (1) ( Pos.A ),
gradually put on the brakes and at the
same time shift down in order to de-
crease the speed, see p. 47 (DEPAR-
TURE AND DRIVE).
Once the speed has decreased, before
stopping the vehicle:
◆
Pull the clutch lever (2) in order to pre-
vent the stopping of the engine.
When the vehicle has come to rest:
◆
Shift the gear lever to neutral (green
warning light “
/
” on).
◆
Release the clutch lever (2).
◆
In case of a brief stop, keep at least one
brake on.
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It is very important to choose a suitable
parking area, respecting the road signs and
the indications given below.
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WARNING
Park the vehicle on firm and flat ground,
to prevent it from falling down.
Neither lean the vehicle against walls,
nor lay it on the ground.
Make sure that the vehicle and especial-
ly its red-hot parts do not represent a
danger for persons and children. Do not
leave the vehicle unattended when the
engine is on or the key is inserted into
the ignition switch.
Do not get too near the cooling fan even
if it is not in operation, since it may start
and parts of clothes, hair, etc. may get
entangled in it.
a
WARNING
The fall or excessive inclination of the
vehicle may cause the fuel to flow out of
the tank.
The fuel used for internal combustion
engines is extremely inflammable and
in particular conditions it can become
explosive.
a
CAUTION
Do not apply the load of your weight or
of the passenger’s weight onto the side
stand.
To park the vehicle:
◆
Choose a suitable parking area.
◆
Stop the vehicle, see p. 51 (STOPPING).
◆
Move the engine stop switch (3) to posi-
tion “
1
”.
◆
Rotate the key (4) and move the ignition
switch (5) to position “
1
”.