APRILIA RALLY 50, Manual

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use and maintenance Rally 50
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WARNING
After the vehicle has been operated for
300 mi (500 km), perform the checking
operation shown in the column “After
running-in” of the REGULAR SERVICE
INTERVALS CHART, see p. 54. Failure
to heed this warning can lead to dam-
age to your vehicle, engine seizure or
other malfunction which could cause an
upset and lead to serious injury or even
death.
The internal parts of the engine and trans-
mission must be properly run-in to ensure
their long life and dependable operation.
If possible, while breaking in your vehicle,
ride on hilly roads and/or roads with many
curves so that the engine and transmis-
sion undergo lots of speed changes. It is
also important that, during the run-in peri-
od, the suspension and brakes be treated
gently to allow the mating parts to bed.
T he re fo re , a voi d ha rd br aki ng , h igh
speeds or very bumpy roads during the
break in period.
0-62 mi (0-100 km)
Apply the brakes gently, avoiding sudden
or prolonged braking.
0-187 mi (0-300 km)
Open the throttle no more than one-half
way for extended periods.
187-312 mi (300-500 km)
Open the throttle no more than three-quar-
ters for extended periods.
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WARNING
If possible, avoid stopping abruptly,
slowing down suddenly and braking at
the last moment.
Non-compliance with these instructions
may cause accidents with consequent
risk of serious injuries or even death.
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Release the throttle grip (1) ( Pos. A ),
gradually put on the brakes to stop the
vehicle.
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If you are stopping just briefly and not
shutting down the engine, keep one
brake applied.