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04_35

Front and rear disc brake (04_35, 04_36, 04_37)

CAUTION

CHECK BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR MAINLY BEFORE EACH RIDE.

04_36

To perform a quick pad wear check:

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Rest the vehicle on its stand.

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Carry out a visual inspection of brake disc and pads as follows:

- from the top rear side to check the front brake callipers (1);

- from the bottom rear side to check 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.

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Summary of Contents for RS 660 2020

Page 1: ... 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 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 owne...

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 81 Engine stop switch 81 Button Cruise Control 82 Button PIT 84 System a PRC Aprilia Performance Ride Control 85 Immobilizer system operation 99 Opening the saddle 100 Glove 102 Identification 102 USE 105 Checks 106 Refuelling 109 Rear shock absorbers adjustment 111 Rear shock absorbers setting 114 Front fork adjustment 115 Front fork setting 117 Justering af greb til forbremse 118 Clutch ...

Page 6: ... Headlight adjustment 164 Rear optical unit 166 Rear turn indicators 166 Number plate light 167 Rear view mirrors 167 Front and rear disc brake 168 Periods of inactivity 169 Cleaning the vehicle 170 Transport 174 Transmission chain 174 Chain backlash check 176 Chain backlash adjustment 177 Checking wear of chain front and rear sprockets 177 Chain lubrication and cleaning 178 TECHNICAL DATA 179 PRO...

Page 7: ...RS 660 Chap 01 General rules 7 ...

Page 8: ...n suitable products can damage vehicle components For cleaning do not use solvents such as nitro thinner cold cleaning agents fuels or the like or cleaning products that contain alcohol WASHING THE MOTORCYCLE Aprilia recommends softening with plenty water and then carefully removing insects and stubborn stains before washing the vehicle To prevent stains do not wash the motorcycle immediately afte...

Page 9: ... STEAM OR HIGH PRESSURE CLEANING SYS TEMS DO NOT USE STEAM OR HIGH PRESSURE CLEANING SYSTEMS CLEANING OF SENSITIVE PARTS BODYWORK To keep the motorcycle bright wash it regularly especially if used in areas with high levels of pollution or mud Stubborn stains of tree resin petrol oil brake liquid or bird droppings should be removed immediately otherwise the stains risk becoming per manent After was...

Page 10: ...HROME ALUMINIUM OR POLISHED STEEL IN A SPECIAL MANNER WASH THEM WITH PLENTY OF WATER AND CAR SHAM POO POLISH AND REGULARLY BRIGHTEN THEM 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 W...

Page 11: ...e vehicle please ensure that you do so in an 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 ...

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: ...WITH A CLEAN CLOTH ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES WHEN SERV ICING THESE SYSTEMS BRAKE FLUID IS EXTREMELY HARMFUL 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 IF AVAILABLE CAUTION THE BATTERY ELECTROLYTE IS TOXIC CORR...

Page 15: ...EEP IT AWAY FROM FLAMES SPARKS CIG ARETTES OR ANY OTHER HEAT SOURCES ENSURE ADEQUATE VENTILA TION WHEN SERVICING OR RECHARGING THE BATTERY KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN BATTERY LIQUID 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 COMPL...

Page 16: ...SOME OF THE CONNECTORS ON THE VEHICLE MAY BE ACCIDENTALLY SWAPPED AND MAY COMPROMISE NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION AND OR CAUSE IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO PARTS OF THE VEHICLE IF INCORRECT LY INSTALLED 16 1 General rules ...

Page 17: ...RS 660 Chap 02 Vehicle 17 ...

Page 18: ...Arrangement of the main components 02_01 02_02 02_01 18 2 Vehicle ...

Page 19: ...and turn indicate integrated in light unit 4 Left rear view mirror 5 Top fairing 6 Clutch lever 7 Left hand switch 8 Ignition switch 9 Fuel tank cap 10 Fuel tank 11 Main fuse 12 Rider saddle 13 Passenger saddle solo saddle pod fairing where applicable 19 2 Vehicle ...

Page 20: ... calliper 30 Right hand passenger footrest 31 Rear right turn indicator 32 Secondary fuses 33 Battery 34 Rear brake oil tank 35 Throttle control 36 Right hand switch 37 Front brake fluid tank 38 Front brake lever 39 Right rear view mirror 40 Front right turn indicator 41 Right headlamp low beam 42 Daytime running lights 43 Centre headlamp high beam 44 Coolant expansion tank 45 Right hand front bra...

Page 21: ...52 Rear brake disc Dashboard 02_03 02_03 Key 1 Horn button 2 Turn indicator control 3 Up button MODE UP 4 Set button MODE SET 21 2 Vehicle ...

Page 22: ...re applicable 9 Riding mode button 10 Engine start stop switch 11 Daytime running lights DRL night lights switch 12 Instruments and indicators 13 Ignition switch steering lock 14 Clutch lever 15 Front brake lever 16 Throttle grip 02_04 Digital instrument panel 02_04 02_05 Key 1 Multifunctional digital display box 2 Indicator lights 22 2 Vehicle ...

Page 23: ...nstructions on modifying the personal code When the code is requested a value from 0 to 9 is shown for the first figure of the code Use the MODE navigation buttons to modify the value Press MODE SET briefly to confirm the value entered for the first figure of the code and repeat the procedure to enter the remaining four figures of the code It is important to remember the personal code because the ...

Page 24: ...0 a PRC warning light orange 11 General warning light red 12 DRL on indicator lamp green 13 Side stand warning light orange Digital lcd display 02_07 02_08 02_09 02_10 02_11 02_12 02_13 02_14 02_15 02_16 02_17 02_18 NOTE THE DASHBOARD INSTRUMENT PANEL IS EQUIPPED WITH A TWILIGHT SEN SOR WHICH IS USED TO SWITCH AUTOMATICALLY BETWEEN DAY MODE AND NIGHT MODE CHANGING THE BACKGROUND COLOUR ACCORDINGLY...

Page 25: ... VEHICLE MENU is shown on the digital display From the menu press the MODE SET button briefly to select RACE mode 02_08 where available On vehicles equipped with the APRILIA MIA electronic control unit a navigation dis play mode may also be accessed by pressing and holding MODE RIGHT while in ROAD mode only Pressing and holding the button changes the digital display mode from ROAD to NAVI and then...

Page 26: ...n km h or mph 3 Icon indicating that ABS system is effective on front wheel only Applicable for Challenge riding mode only 4 Water temperature 5 Riding mode selected Cruise speed speedometer dial icon with same symbol as respective indicator lamp is displayed when function is active 26 2 Vehicle ...

Page 27: ...Automatic lights mode active 14 Downshift reverse shift status where implemented 15 GPS Navigator where active 16 Rider passenger intercom 17 Audio transmission with smartphone for calling sending vocal commands and playing music 18 Battery level indicator relative to connected smartphone 19 Data link with smartphone 20 Service icon 21 Low battery voltage warning icon Low tyre pressure alarm where...

Page 28: ...h or mph 2 Engine speed rpm x 1000 3 Lap timer with LAP counter 4 Icon indicating that ABS system is effective on front wheel only Applicable for Challenge riding mode only 5 Water temperature viewable in C or F 6 Riding mode selected 7 Fuel gauge 28 2 Vehicle ...

Page 29: ...1 LAP TIMER From RACE mode only pressing and holding MODE RIGHT accesses a screen dis playing the lap times recorded by the lap timer function Pressing and holding the button changes the digital display mode from RACE to LAP TIMER and then back to RACE Pressing and holding the MODE RIGHT button again cycles through the modes avail able While the vehicle is moving the lap timer function is activate...

Page 30: ...en the vehicle is stationary with the lap timer paused the number of LAPS com pleted may be viewed by pressing MODE RIGHT briefly Press MODE UP or MODE DOWN briefly to scroll up or down through recorded LAP times Press and hold MODE UP or MODE DOWN to skip directly to the first LAP or the last LAP time recorded Press and hold MODE RIGHT to return to the RACE screen NOTE PRESS AND HOLD MODE RIGHT T...

Page 31: ...icon appears at the bottom left of the digital display in the event of a problem relative to the battery charging system 02_15 OVERTEMPERATURE WARNING At engine coolant temperatures of 115 C 239 F and higher the temperature warn ing icon is displayed steadily and the general warning lamp flashes CAUTION STOP THE VEHICLE AND WAIT FOR THE ENGINE TO COOL 31 2 Vehicle ...

Page 32: ...G WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN USE THE LEVEL INDICATOR BARS WILL NO LONGER BE SHOWN ON THE DIGITAL DISPLAY IN THIS CASE TAKE THE VEHICLE TO AN Official Aprilia Dealership NOTE THE INDICATED FUEL LEVEL MAY VARY AND NOT BE DISPLAYED ACCU RATELY IF THE MOTORCYCLE IS INCLINED E G WHEN THE MOTORCYCLE IS PLACED ON THE SIDE STAND OR IF VEHICLE IS RIDDEN ON LONG STRETCHES OF UPHILL OR DOWNHILL ROAD 02_17 IMMOB...

Page 33: ...ard signals the failure by displaying the word SERVICE and the red general warning light turns on 02_20 If there is an immobilizer failure at ignition the dashboard requests you to enter a user code If the code is entered correctly the dashboard signals the failure by displaying the word SERVICE and the red general warning light turns on URGENT SERVICE ALARM A serious failure is signalled by a fas...

Page 34: ...ected with the oil pressure the digital display shows ALARM OIL PRESSURE CAUTION THE SIGNAL IS ACCOMPANIED BY THE RED GENERAL WARNING LIGHT FLASHING STOP THE VEHICLE AND IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN Approved Aprilia Dealer 02_22 If a fault is detected with the oil pressure sensor the digital display shows ALARM OIL SENSOR CAUTION THE SIGNAL IS ACCOMPANIED BY THE RED GENERAL WARNING LIGHT TURNING ON CAUT...

Page 35: ...CU DISCONNECTED and by the red general alarm warning lamp which illuminates steadily NOTE THE MESSAGE ALARM CAN ECU DISCONNECTED REMAINS ON THE DIGI TAL DISPLAY AND THE HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS WILL CONTINUE TO FLASH TO WARN OTHER ROAD USERS BEHIND THE VEHICLE OF POTENTIAL DANGER UNTIL THE RIDER ACTIVATES THE RIGHT HAND TURN SIGNAL TO INDICATE THAT THEY ARE ABOUT TO PULL OVER AND STOP 02_24 ATC alarm...

Page 36: ...ON THE SIGNAL IS ACCOMPANIED BY THE RED GENERAL WARNING LIGHT TURNING ON CAUTION DRIVE CAREFULLY AND IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer 02_26 CAN BUS OFF electronic control unit disconnected alarm If no connection is detected the fault is indicated on the dashboard instrument panel by the message ALARM CAN BUS OFF and by the red general alarm warning lamp which illuminates steadily 36 ...

Page 37: ...U IS ACTIVE ON THE DIGITAL DISPLAY 02_28 02_29 Brakes stuck alarm If constant pressure on one or both brake controls is detected for over 30 seconds while the vehicle is moving at a speed of 10 km h 6 mph or higher the fault is indi cated on the dashboard instrument panel by the message WARNING BRAKE STUCK If constant pressure on one or both brake controls is detected for over 60 seconds the messa...

Page 38: ...rformance oriented day to day use Power and torque delivery is progressive and less aggressive DYNAMIC riding mode offers more aggressive throttle response for more perform ance oriented usage than in COMMUTE riding mode INDIVIDUAL riding mode is completely customisable and is specific for ROAD mode RACE mode CHALLENGE TIME ATTACK CHALLENGE riding mode is intended for performance oriented usage wi...

Page 39: ...ING IMPLEMENTATION CAUTION IF THE THROTTLE IS OPENED WHILE THE NEW RIDING MODE IS SHOWN IN FLASHING MODE ON THE DISPLAY I E MODE IS PRESELECTED ONLY AND PENDING IMPLEMENTATION BY THE ECU THE PRESELECTED NEW RIDING MODE WILL NOT BE EFFECTIVELY IMPLEMENTED UNTIL THE THROTTLE GRIP IS RELEASED IF A NEW RIDING MODE IS SELECTED WHILE THE THROTTLE IS OPEN THE NEW RIDING MODE REQUESTED WILL BE SHOWN IN FL...

Page 40: ...E DIGITAL DISPLAY CAUTION DISABLING THE ATC SYSTEM ALSO AUTOMATICALLY DISABLES THE AWC SYSTEM AFTER DISABLING THE ATC SYSTEM IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO MODIFY THE PARAMETERS OF AND REACTIVATING THE AWC SYSTEM SEPARATELY THE AWC SYSTEM IS AUTOMATICALLY REACTIVATED WHEN THE ATC SYS TEM IS REACTIVATED 02_33 Control buttons 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...

Page 41: ...elease for the function described 02_35 When in ROAD mode only pressing MODE RIGHT briefly repeatedly cycles through the following screens A Trip log A B Trip log B C Phone information if applicable D Music information if applicable E Media information if applicable F Tyre pressure information if applicable When in NAVI mode only pressing MODE RIGHT briefly repeatedly cycles through the following ...

Page 42: ...rmation on the digital display ODOMETER TRIP ODOMETER TRIP TIME MAXIMUM SPEED AVERAGE SPEED AVERAGE FUEL CONSUMPTION INSTANTANEOUS FUEL CONSUMPTION From any of the following view modes TRIP ODOMETER TRIP TIME MAXIMUM SPEED AVERAGE SPEED or AVERAGE FUEL CONSUMPTION press and hold MODE SET to reset all the values logged in the currently active TRIP LOG 42 2 Vehicle ...

Page 43: ... Playback paused See the chapter ADVANCED FUNCTIONS for more details 02_40 E Media information viewable in ROAD NAVI modes only where applicable The vehicle is equipped with the APRILIA MIA accessory which communicates with the smartphone via Bluetooth Using the special APRILIA application installed on the smartphone it is possible to exchange data with the vehicle and manage multi media contents ...

Page 44: ...smartphone is enabled ap pears on the digital display 02_43 The device BT ROUTER will be included in the list of paired devices on the smart phone Wait for the digital display to automatically connect the smartphone Do NOT force the connection from the telephone The smartphone icon on the display in dicates active communication When requested allow phone book and notifica tions sharing These enabl...

Page 45: ...PLAY Search for the APRILIA application from the Play Store or App Store and install it Register your account by following the instructions Select allow for the position and notifications management requests PAIRING A BLUETOOTH HEADSET FROM THE APP Multimedia functions may be accessed using the MODE buttons if a bluetooth headset is paired with the digital display from the APRILIA app After pairin...

Page 46: ...e managed from the handlebar of the vehicle if there is no bluetooth headset or if the headset is directly connected to the smartphone The pairing of the bluetooth headset to the vehicle is only possible via the APRILIA application and this must be connected to the vehicle in order to correctly use the multimedia functions of the system For this reason the headsets that au tomatically connects to ...

Page 47: ...PP AND REINSTALL IT ON ANDROID SIMPLY DELETE THE APPLICATION DATA FROM THE APP MANAGEMENT MENU THIS WILL RETURN THE APPLICATION TO THE INITIAL CONDITION AND THE LOGIN AND FIRST CONNECTION TO THE VEHICLE MUST BE PERFORMED AGAIN IF CONNECTING TO A NEW VEHICLE THE PREVIOUS BT ROUTER MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PAIRED DEVICE LIST NOTE IT IS RECOMMENDED TO PAIR A MAXIMUM OF 2 SMARTPHONES AND 2 HEAD SETS T...

Page 48: ...ble the options manually INTERCOM AND VOCAL COMMANDS MANAGEMENT The APRILIA system manages the connection between the intercom and smart phone upon activation by the user FOR SAFETY REASONS IT IS RECOMMENDED TO CARRY OUT THE ACTIVA TION DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES WITH THE VEHICLE AT A STANDSTILL 02_47 To activate the INTERCOM function press MODE SET from the Media information screen A popup with the ...

Page 49: ...n on the digital display 02_50 To activate the VOICE function which allows the user to access and use functions of their smartphone with voice commands from the handset e g via Siri or Google Assistant select the function with the MODE UP or MODE DOWN buttons and then press MODE SET briefly THE VOICE FUNCTION CANNOT BE ACTIVATED IF THE INTERCOM FUNC TION IS ALREADY ACTIVATED 49 2 Vehicle ...

Page 50: ...view the destination for the navigation system entered via the smartphone APRILIA MIA SYSTEM MESSAGES 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 message type the graphic panel shows the icon colours and the specific message The following information is displayed Information messages related to t...

Page 51: ...E WHEN A SMARTPHONE CONNECTS WITH THE APRILIA MIA BT ROUTER SYSTEM AUDIO IS AUTOMATICALLY ROUTED TO THE APRILIA MIA SYS TEM 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 TO WARDS THE DESIRED DEVICE e g SPEAKERS MICROPHONE OF THE SMARTPHONE The following information ...

Page 52: ...n progress PRESS AND HOLD MODE UP OR MODE DOWN Increase volume with call in progress PRESS MODE UP BRIEFLY Lower volume with call in progress PRESS MODE DOWN BRIEFLY MANAGING A SECOND CALL If the smartphone paired with the APRILIA MIA system is capable of receiving a second incoming call a number of functions for managing a second call are available A popup appears on the digital display showing t...

Page 53: ...r account from the app or from the dashboard instrument panel pair a bluetooth headset with the APRILIA MIA system from the APRI LIA app or from the dashboard instrument panel The corresponding three icons are shown on the digital display NOTE WHEN A SMARTPHONE CONNECTS WITH THE APRILIA MIA BT ROUTER SYSTEM AUDIO IS AUTOMATICALLY ROUTED TO THE APRILIA MIA SYSTEM IF A HEADSET IS NOT CONNECTED TO TH...

Page 54: ...ck PRESS MODE SET BRIEFLY Activate volume control with call in progress PRESS AND HOLD MODE UP OR MODE DOWN Increase volume with call in progress PRESS MODE UP BRIEFLY Lower volume with call in progress PRESS MODE DOWN BRIEFLY Next music track PRESS MODE UP BRIEFLY Previous audio track PRESS MODE DOWN BRIEFLY Activate Siri PRESS AND HOLD MODE SET 54 2 Vehicle ...

Page 55: ...2_77 02_78 02_79 02_80 02_81 02_82 02_83 02_84 02_85 02_86 02_87 02_88 02_89 02_90 02_91 02_92 02_93 02_94 The configuration menu may be accessed with the vehicle stationary by pressing and holding MODE RIGHT directly from the main screen The menu structure which varies depending on the selected riding mode is illustrated in the following flow diagram 55 2 Vehicle ...

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Page 58: ...ode only 3 Display 4 Dashboard Dashboard 5 Service Service 02_59 1 Vehicle The Vehicle menu contains the following options 1 1 Mode Mode 1 2 Shift light Shift light 1 3 AQS down 1 4 Headlamp mode 1 5 Calibration Calibration 1 6 Emergency brake brake light in ROAD NAVI mode only 58 2 Vehicle ...

Page 59: ...y to modify the display mode selection Press MODE RIGHT again to confirm the selection Once confirmed the newly se lected setting is highlighted in green Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the main MENU 02_62 1 2 Shift light Shift light This function allows you to set the rpm threshold that lights up the relative warning lights when exceeded Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the function in ...

Page 60: ...y to go back to the main MENU AQS ICON KEY Black icon day mode White icon nigh mode AQS enabled Grey icon AQS disabled by user Orange icon AQS disabled by system Red icon AQS system malfunction 02_65 1 4 Headlamp mode This function is used to set the operating mode of the lights Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the function in red and then press MODE UP or MODE DOWN briefly to modify the sele...

Page 61: ...lected with the vehicle at a standstill once cali bration is activated by pressing MODE RIGHT briefly to the right a screen appears with the following description at the bottom left of the display Calibration running Speed not correct 02_67 To calibrate the a PRC system Aprilia Performance Ride Control ride the vehicle on straight section of level road in second gear at a speed of 30 2 km h 18 64 ...

Page 62: ... 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 AS BEFORE NOTE TURN THE IGNITION S...

Page 63: ...e confirmed the newly se lected setting is highlighted in green Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the main MENU 02_70 1 7 Pit status in RACE mode only where applicable This system allows you to control the system that limits the speed in the pit lane for example on a race track The PIT status function may be enabled or disabled from this submenu Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the functio...

Page 64: ...se the speed setting Press MODE RIGHT again to confirm the selection Once confirmed the newly se lected setting is highlighted in green Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the main MENU 02_72 2 Lap timer in RACE mode only The Lap timer menu contains the following options 2 1 Lap times 2 2 Reset The functions available in the Lap timer menu are explained in the following para graphs 2 1 Lap times ...

Page 65: ...ies the best memorised time Press and hold MODE RIGHT to reset the individual highlighted lap time Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the Lap times menu 02_74 2 2 Reset clear times in RACE mode only This function resets all lap times stored in memory This function is composed of the following entries 2 2 1 No 2 2 2 Yes The functions available in the Reset Clear times menu are described in the fo...

Page 66: ...ra graphs Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the main MENU 02_77 3 1 Backlight Backlight This function allows you to change the backlight of the digital display from a minimum value of 1 to a maximum value of 10 Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the function in red and then press MODE UP or MODE DOWN briefly to increase or decrease the backlighting brightness Press MODE RIGHT again to confir...

Page 67: ...he Display menu 02_79 4 Dashboard Dashboard The Dashboard menu contains the following options 4 1 Clock Clock 4 2 Units Units 4 3 Languages Languages The functions available in the Dashboard menu are described in the following para graphs 02_80 4 1 Clock Clock The Clock menu contains the following options 4 1 1 Set time Set time 4 1 2 12H or 24H mode The functions available in the Clock menu are d...

Page 68: ...selector briefly to set the value displayed for hours or mi nutes to edit mode The background of the selected function turns red Press MODE UP or MODE DOWN briefly to modify the value Press the MODE SET selector briefly to exit edit mode Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the Clock menu 02_83 4 1 2 12H or 24H mode Press the MODE RIGHT selector briefly to set the time format to edit mode The back...

Page 69: ...ed This function may be used to change the unit of measurement used for speed Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the menu option Speed in red and use the MODE UP or MODE DOWN buttons to change the unit of measurement Press the MODE RIGHT selector again to confirm the new value and exit edit mode Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the Dashboard menu NOTE IF THE UNIT OF MEASURE SET AT THE FACTO...

Page 70: ...used for temperature Press MODE RIGHT briefly to highlight the menu option Temperature in red and use the MODE UP or MODE DOWN buttons to change the unit of measurement Press the MODE RIGHT selector again to confirm the new value and exit edit mode Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the Dashboard menu 02_88 4 2 4 Pressure where applicable This function may be used to change the unit of measureme...

Page 71: ...the MODE RIGHT selector again to confirm the new language setting and exit edit mode Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the Dashboard menu 02_90 5 Service Service The Service menu contains the following options 5 1 Change user code Change user code 5 2 Code recovery Code recovery 5 3 Application 5 4 Boot loader The functions available in the Service menu are described in the following para graph...

Page 72: ...user verify that the code has been entered correctly Turn the ignition 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_92 5 2 Code recovery Code recovery This function must be used should it be necessary to change the us...

Page 73: ...ILIA application with your ac count The navigation icon appears on the digital display after setting the destination address Press and hold down MODE UP to access the GPS navigation directions and infor mation screen 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 RELEAS...

Page 74: ...l B number of exit to take from roundabout C distance remaining to manoeuvre A D distance remaining to arrival at destination E time remaining to arrival at destination F selected active riding mode G speed limit applicable on current road 74 2 Vehicle ...

Page 75: ...clock time viewable in 24 or 12 hour format without AM PM indication P automatic lights mode enabled Q downshift function state R GPS Navigator if active S rider passenger intercom T audio link with smartphone used to make calls use voice commands and play music U smartphone battery level V data link with smartphone W service icon X low battery voltage warning icon low tyre pressure alarm Y Trip c...

Page 76: ...AND FOR THE SADDLE COMPARTMENT NOTE THE LIGHTS COME ON AUTOMATICALLY AFTER THE ENGINE STARTS NOTE KEEP THE SPARE KEY IN DIFFERENT PLACE NOT WITH THE VEHICLE 02_95 LOCK 1 The steering is locked It is not possible to start the engine or switch on the lights The 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 canno...

Page 77: ...to OFF Push the key in and turn it anticlockwise to the left and steer the handlebar slowly until the key engages in the LOCK position Extract the key CAUTION TO PREVENT THE LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE NEVER SET THE KEY ON ITS LOCK POSITION WHILE RUNNING 02_97 Horn button 02_97 Press it to activate the horn 77 2 Vehicle ...

Page 78: ...e left or right is dimmed automat ically when a turn signal is activated see figure The turn indicators have a self cancelling function that implements the following logic With the vehicle at standstill speed zero the turn indicators continue flashing in definitely With the vehicle in motion the turn signals self cancel when one the two following conditions is met After a time t 40 sec After ridin...

Page 79: ...eadlight press the selector into position 3 to flash the high beam headlamp to signal danger or an emergency When the low beam headlights are on DRL OFF the low beam lights only are lit when the selector is left in the centre position 2 pressing the selector into position 1 switches on the high beam headlight press the selector into position 3 to flash the high beam headlamp to signal danger or an...

Page 80: ...FUNCTION SEE PARAGRAPH ADVANCED FUNC TIONS IS SET TO AUTO AUTOMATIC THE TWILIGHT SENSOR IS ALSO USED TO SWITCH THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ON AUTOMATICALLY IN LOW LIGHT CONDITIONS IF THE HEADLAMP MODE FUNCTION IS SET TO EMERGENCY THE DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHTS DRL ARE DISABLED AND THE LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHTS ONLY REMAIN PERMANENTLY LIT 02_103 NOTE WHEN THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE ON A THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE ...

Page 81: ...dlebar control set If any gear is engaged pull the clutch lever apply the front or rear brake and simultaneously press the starter button on the right hand handlebar control set Engine stop switch 02_105 CAUTION DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE STOP SWITCH WHILE RIDING THE VEHICLE 02_105 It acts as a safety or emergency switch Press and hold the ignition switch in the KEY ON position to start the engine ...

Page 82: ...EM TO BE ACTIVATED 02_107 The system can be used in certain ranges of speeds for the gears from the third to the sixth even during deceleration and with the throttle grip released The maximum and minimum settable speed values depend on the gear currently se lected Once at the required speed the cruise control system may be activated by the rider switched to SET state by pushing the cruise control ...

Page 83: ... speed 02_109 The system is deactivated change from SET to ON status if any of the following conditions By operating the clutch Operating the front rear brake Inserting a lower gear than 3rd or shift into neutral Pressing with a short central pressure the left selector If the engine rpm limiter is activated If the tracking control is activated If climbs or particularly steep descents appear Turnin...

Page 84: ...hical area such as the pit lane on a race track Once the function has been activated from the relative menu see chapter AD VANCED FUNCTIONS pushing the PIT selector briefly to the left activates the function and the chequered flag symbol appears on the digital display to confirm that the function is active To deactivate the PIT LANE function press the PIT button again briefly to the left or change...

Page 85: ...02_114 Aprilia Performance Ride Control is an integrated electronic control system that helps improving the performance and the driver s safety a PRC consists of 7 systems AEM Aprilia Engine Map AEB Aprilia Engine Brake ABS Anti locking system ATC Aprilia Traction Control AWC Aprilia Wheelie Control AQS Aprilia Quick Shift PIT Pit Control where applicable AEB 85 2 Vehicle ...

Page 86: ...el 3 suitable for road use in poor grip wet conditions This is the level with the highest degree of supervision and control by the system ABS The ABS with CORNERING is a device to avoid the wheels locking in case of emer gency braking also when cornering thus increasing vehicle stability when braking when compared with a traditional braking system The CORNERING mode takes into account the motorcyc...

Page 87: ... usage in all conditions e g on urban or extra urban roads in wet or dry surface conditions It does not allow in most cases for the lifting of the rear wheel CAUTION BEFORE RIDING OFF CHECK THE ABS LEVEL OF INTERVENTION SELECTED SHUTTING DOWN THE VEHICLE RETURNS THE ABS SYSTEM S FUNCTION ALITY TO THE LAST ABS LEVEL UTILISED NOTE WHEN THE ABS STARTS WORKING A PULSING IS FELT ON THE BRAKE LEV ER THE...

Page 88: ...the following operations stop the vehicle Key OFF ON ride the vehicle to a speed above 5 km h 3 1 mph the ABS warning light must be turned off the ABS system is working If the ABS disabled indication remains NOTE SHOULD THIS OCCUR CONTACT AN Aprilia Approved Dealer NOTE IN THE EVENT OF A PROLONGED ROTATION OF THE REAR WHEEL WITH THE FRONT ONE LOCKED BURNOUT MOTORCYCLE PLACED ON MIDDLE STAND ETC TH...

Page 89: ...RLY 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 TONE WHEEL AND SENSOR IS THE ONE SPECIFIED FOR CHECKING AND ADJUSTMENT CON TACT AN Authorised Aprilia Workshop WHERE THE MOTORCYCLE HAS AN ABS SYSTEM NON APPROVED BRAKE PADS AND TYRES COMPROMISE SMOOTH BRAKING DRASTICALLY REDUC...

Page 90: ... Aprilia Traction Control Traction control a system designed to help the rider control wheelspin 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 w...

Page 91: ...ation concerning the inclination of the motorcycle ATC SYSTEM DEACTIVATED MANUALLY At key on and after the initial instrument panel check cycle if the system is deactiva ted the a PRC indicator light remains lit constantly until the rider activates the system again ATC SYSTEM ACTIVE At key on and after the initial instrument panel check cycle if the system was active at the last key off the a PRC ...

Page 92: ...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 WHEEL AND SENSOR IS THE ONE SPECIFIED FOR CHECKING AND ADJUSTMENT CON TACT AN Authorised Aprilia Workshop NOTE IN THE EVENT OF A PROLONGED ROTATION OF THE REAR WHEEL WITH THE FRONT ...

Page 93: ... reactivate it the user must access the specific screen using the selector button on the right hand handlebar control set Using the MODE navigation buttons select level 1 if the level was set to 0 When the ATC system is activated with the vehicle at a standstill the a PRC indicator light flashes until the vehicle reaches a speed of 5 Km h 3 1 mph Press the MODE UP e MODE DOWN buttons briefly to in...

Page 94: ...WHEN THE ATC SYSTEM DEACTIVATED A POPUP WITH THE MESSAGE ATC DISABLED IS SHOWN ON THE SCREEN TO WARN THE RIDER THAT THERE IS NO TRACTION CONTROL ASSISTANCE THIS POPUP CLEARS AFTER 5 SECONDS NOTE THIS IS ALSO POSSIBLE WITH THE MOTORCYCLE IN MOTION NOTE WHEN THE BATTERY IS CONNECTED FOR THE FIRST TIME THE a PRC INDI CATOR LIGHT IS CONSTANTLY LIT SYSTEM NOT ACTIVE NOTE IF THE IGNITION SWITCH IS TURNE...

Page 95: ...its 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 circumstances can AWC compensate for any rider error or improper use of the throttle The AWC system may be ACTIVE or DEACTIVATED CAUTION WITH AWC DEACTIVATED AND ATC ACTIVATED WHEELIEING IS LIMITED TO A MAXIMUM DUR...

Page 96: ...nditions are met in cluding an rpm less than the maximum threshold which varies according to the gear If the downshifting system is not available temporarily for some reason e g RPM too high first gear engaged the instrument panel icon will be orange 02_113 PIT where applicable This button activates the PIT LANE function in RACE mode only which limits the speed of the vehicle in a predetermined ge...

Page 97: ...brake effect very prudent traction control setting Dynamic 5 ON 2 2 2 Intended for more aggressive usage than in commute riding mode Individual 4 OFF 2 1 2 Customisable all parameters may be modified Challenge 2 OFF 1 2 1 Intended for performance usage limited engine braking effect non invasive traction control setting Time attack 1 OFF 1 1 1 Customisable all parameters may be modified ATC LEVELS ...

Page 98: ...ht side a PRC SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHTS KEY Indicator light off with system activated with vehicle in motion or system activated after exceeding 5 Km h 3 1 mph after key on Indicator light continuously lit system deactivated deliberately by rider or deac tivated as a result of a malfunction Indicator light flashing slowly with system active after key on before exceeding 5 Km h 3 1 mph or in the case...

Page 99: ...he 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 SH...

Page 100: ...thorised Aprilia Dealership CAUTION PRESSING OR MOVING 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_118 Opening the saddle 02_118 02_119 REMOVAL TAIL FAIRING PASSENGER SEAT Turn the key clockwise Lift and remove the tail fairing passenger seat 100 2 Vehicle ...

Page 101: ...n in the front part as to snap the lock into place CAUTION BEFORE LOWERING AND LOCKING THE SADDLE MAKE SURE THAT THE IG NITION KEY HAS NOT BEEN LEFT INSIDE THE GLOVE BOX CAUTION BEFORE RIDING MAKE SURE THAT THE SADDLE IS PROPERLY FIXED IF THE PASSENGER SEAT IS FITTED ON THE VEHICLE MAKE SURE IT IS PROPERLY FIXED BEFORE ALLOWING THE PASSENGER TO SIT ON IT THE TAIL FAIRING CAN BE USED INSTEAD OF THE...

Page 102: ...wn 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 BE VOID IF THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VIN HAS BEEN MODI FIED OR NOT PROMPTLY DETERMINED 102 2 Vehicle ...

Page 103: ...S NUMBER The chassis number is stamped on the RH side of the headstock Chassis No 02_122 ENGINE NUMBER The engine number is stamped on the engine crankcase at the rear near the shock absorber Engine No 103 2 Vehicle ...

Page 104: ...104 2 Vehicle ...

Page 105: ...RS 660 Chap 03 Use 105 ...

Page 106: ...UNCTIONS 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 rear...

Page 107: ...d design Brake levers Check they function smoothly Lubricate the joints and adjust the travel if necessary Clutch lever Check correct operation and empty travel Check the condition of the cable on the handlebar and on the engine The cable must be replaced if it shows any signs of fraying Lubricate the joints if necessary Steering Makes sure that the steering turns freely is even smooth and with ze...

Page 108: ...quired Fuel tank Check level and 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 warning 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 co...

Page 109: ...CAUTION ALWAYS USE PETROL WITH A MAXIMUM OF 10 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 tank capacity including reserve 15 l 3 30 UK gal 3 96 US gal Fuel tank reserve capacity 3 5 l 0 77 UK gal 0 92 US gal 109 3 Use ...

Page 110: ...or example it shows E5 it means that the petrol supplied is unleaded with 5 ethanol However the label on the vehicle may show several values If for example it shows both E5 and E10 values it means that the vehicle is compatible with gasoline containing maximum 10 Ethanol and thus the Customer may refuel either from a E5 dispenser or from a E10 dispenser but not from an E85 dispenser Refill CAUTION...

Page 111: ...the setting the shock absorber has an adjuster screw 1 for adjusting the rebound hydraulic braking a ring nut for adjusting the spring pre load 2 and a locking ring nut 3 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 SPORTING APPLICATIONS CHECK AND IF NECESSARY ADJUST THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER THE STANDARD REG...

Page 112: ...ON TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE ADJUSTER SCREWS 1 NEVER FORCE THEM BEYOND THE END OF TRAVEL IN EITHER DIRECTION 03_05 To access the adjuster 1 remove the side fairing as follows Remove the passenger saddle and the rider saddle and then remove the upper fastener screw 4 03_06 Remove the lower fastener screw 5 112 3 Use ...

Page 113: ...se the screw 1 to adjust the shock absorber rebound hydraulic braking SET SPRING PRE LOADING AND SHOCK ABSORBER REBOUND DAMPING ACCORDING TO THE VEHICLE USE CONDITIONS IF THE SPRING PRE LOADING IS INCREASED IT IS NECESSARY TO IN CREASE 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 OPT...

Page 114: ...BE CARRIED OUT ON TRACKS AWAY FROM NORMAL ROAD TRAFFIC AND WITH THE AUTHORISATION OF THE RELEVANT AUTHORITIES STANDARD ADJUSTMENT FOR ROAD USE Spring length A 145 5 2 mm 5 72 0 078 in Shock absorber length B 306 2 mm 12 04 0 078 in Rebound adjustment adjuster 1 open 5 clicks from fully closed 114 3 Use ...

Page 115: ... fork adjustment 03_11 03_12 Operating the front brake lever press the handlebar repeatedly to send the fork fully down The shock absorber should compress and extend smoothly with no signs of oil leakage on the stanchions Check the tightening of all the elements and the correct operation of the front and rear suspension joints CAUTION PLEASE CONTACT AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer TO HAVE THE FRONT F...

Page 116: ...AULIC DAMPING SETTING FOR BOTH STANCHIONS RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH DIFFERENT SETTINGS FOR THE TWO STANCHIONS RE DUCES STABILITY WHEN SPRING PRE LOAD IS INCREASED REBOUND DAMPING MUST ALSO BE INCREASED TO PREVENT EXCESSIVE SUSPEN SION KICKBACK WHEN RIDING The standard front fork setting is adjusted to suit most high and low speed riding con ditions whether the vehicle is partially or fully loaded Ho...

Page 117: ... SETTINGS ALWAYS START FROM THE MOST RIGID SETTING WHOLE CLOCKWISE ROTATION OF THE SETTING STANDARD ADJUSTMENT FOR ROAD USE Rebound damping adjustment screw 1 Unscrew 18 clicks from fully closed Spring pre loading nut 2 Fully loosened Stanchion protrusion A from top yoke excluding cover 2 notches 117 3 Use ...

Page 118: ...ckwise this type of adjustment may only be made by an Authorised Aprilia Dealer 03_15 Justering af greb til forbremse 03_15 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 ...

Page 119: ...E ADJUSTED CORRECTLY OR IF THE CLUTCH DOES NOT FUNCTION COR RECTLY Running in Running in is essential to ensure the durability of the vehicle During the first 1 000 Km 621 37 mi observe the following rules to ensure the reliability and performance of the vehicle throughout its lifetime Avoid full throttle starts and hard acceleration Avoid hard or prolonged braking Do not ride for prolonged period...

Page 120: ... TO AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer FOR THE CHECKS INDICATED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTE NANCE TABLE IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SECTION TO AVOID INJURING YOURSELF OTHERS AND OR DAMAGING THE VEHICLE Starting up the engine 03_17 03_18 03_19 This vehicle is extremely powerful and must be used carefully and driven with caution and respect for its power and potential Do not place objects inside the top fair...

Page 121: ...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_17 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 both Operate the clutch lever 1 and make sure that the transmission 2 is in ...

Page 122: ...out 2 seconds Press the starter button once 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 OR PERFORMANCE USAGE WHILE IN RESERVE MAY DAMAGE THE ENGINE ON NEW VEHICLES THE SHIFT LIGHT THRESHOLD IS SET TO 8 000 RPM RAISE THE THRESHOL...

Page 123: ...SPEED FOR SEVERAL KILOMETRES THIS WILL ALLOW THE ENGINE TO WARM UP AND REDUCE POLLUTING EMISSIONS AND FUEL CONSUMPTION Moving off riding 03_20 03_21 03_22 03_23 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 H...

Page 124: ...ARAT ING YOU AND THE VEHICLE BEHIND 03_21 With the throttle 1 closed Pos A and the engine at idle speed pull the clutch lever 2 Push the gearbox lever 3 downward to select the first gear Slowly release the clutch lever while simultaneously accelerating by gently twisting the throttle grip 1 Pos B The vehicle starts moving forward CAUTION DO NOT RELEASE THE CLUTCH TOO QUICKLY OR SUDDENLY AS THIS CO...

Page 125: ...eed by turning the throttle grip 1 gradually Pos B without exceeding the recommended maximum engine speed SELECT THE APPROPRIATE GEAR AND SPEED FOR THE CONDITIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE ENGINE SPEED TO DROP EXCESSIVELY Release the throttle 1 Pos A pull the clutch lever 2 lift the gear lever 3 release the clutch 2 and accelerate Repeat the last two operations and engage a higher gear 125 3 Use ...

Page 126: ...NG MORE THAN ONE GEAR AT A TIME COULD OVER REV THE ENGINE THAT IS THE MAXIMUM RPM VALUE PERMITTED FOR THE ENGINE COULD BE EXCEEDED NOTE THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A NON SLIP CLUTCH CAPABLE OF PRE VENTING THE WHEELS FROM LOCKING UP WHEN DOWNSHIFTING ANY PUL SATIONS ON THE LEVER ARE CORRELATED WITH THE CORRECT OPERA TION OF THE SYSTEM Release the throttle grip 1 Pos A If necessary pull the brake l...

Page 127: ... THE COOLANT LEVEL IF AFTER CONTROLLING THE COOLANT LEVEL THE TEMPERATURE INDI CATOR KEEPS FLASHING CONTACT AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer DO NOT TURN THE IGNITION KEY TO KEY OFF AS THIS WILL STOP THE COOLING FANS REGARDLESS OF THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE CAUSING THUS THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE RISE FURTHER IN MANY CASES THE ENGINE MAY CONTINUE TO PERFORM BUT WITH RE DUCED PERFORMANCE CONTACT AN Authorised...

Page 128: ...URNED OFF WHEN RIDING ON WET SURFACES OR SURFACES WITH POOR GRIP SNOW ICE MUD ETC USE MODERATE SPEED AVOID SUDDEN BRAKING OR MA NOEUVRES THAT MAY CAUSE TO A LOSS OF TRACTION AND POSSIBLY TO A FALL OR CRASH 03_24 Stopping the engine 03_24 Release the throttle grip 1 brake gradually and simultaneously downshift to slow down Once the speed is reduced before stopping the vehicle Operate the clutch lev...

Page 129: ...T ON THE GROUND ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE AND IN PARTICULAR PARTS OF THE VEHICLE WHICH MAY BECOME HOT ENGINE OIL RADIATOR AND LINES EXHAUST SYSTEM BRAKE DISCS ARE NOT A HAZARD TO PERSONS OR CHILDREN DO NOT LEAVE YOUR VEHICLE UNATTENDED WITH THE ENGINE ON OR THE KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH CAUTION IF THE VEHICLE FALLS OR IS ON A STEEP INCLINE FUEL CAN LEAK FUEL USED TO DRIVE INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE...

Page 130: ... IT HAS COMPLETELY COOLED DOWN DO NOT USE LEADED PETROL AS IT CAUSES IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER Vehicle owners are warned that the law may prohibit the following the removal of any device or element belonging to a new vehicle or any other action by anyone leading to render it non operating if not for maintenance repair or replacement reasons in order to control noise emission be...

Page 131: ...ft MAKE SURE THAT THE GROUND ON WHICH THE MOTORCYCLE IS PARKED IS FIRM EVEN AND FREE OF OBSTACLES WARNING THE RELATIVE WARNING LAMP ON THE DASHBOARD INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATES WHEN THE SIDE STAND IS EXTENDED THE WARNING LAMP FLASHES IF A MALFUNCTION OF THE SIDE STAND SEN SOR IS DETECTED ENGINE START AND USAGE OF THE VEHICLE ARE STILL PERMITTED AS EN GAGING FIRST GEAR DOES NOT TRIGGER THE AUTOMAT...

Page 132: ... WARNING IN MANY CASES STOLEN VEHICLES CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY DATA IN THE USE MAINTENANCE BOOKLET Safe driving Some simple tips are provided below that will enable you to use your motorcycle on a daily basis in greater safety and peace of mind Your mechanical knowledge and ability are the foundation for safe driving We recommend trying out the motorcycle in traffic free zones to familiarise with it ...

Page 133: ...vent corrosive particles from building up in the holes which may cause early brake pad wear CAUTION ALWAYS RIDE WITHIN YOUR LIMITS RIDING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF AL COHOL OR OTHER DRUGS AND CERTAIN MEDICINES IS EXTREMELY DAN GEROUS CAUTION ANY ELABORATION THAT MODIFIES THE VEHICLE S PERFORMANCES SUCH AS TAMPERING WITH ORIGINAL STRUCTURAL PARTS IS STRICTLY FORBID DEN BY LAW AND RENDERS THE MOTORCYCL...

Page 134: ...t side of the vehicle and only with the side stand lowered 03_28 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 overturn and does not indicate the possibility for the rider and pas...

Page 135: ...on 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 DISMOUNTING FROM THE VEHICLE 135 3 Use ...

Page 136: ...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 137: ...el 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 Instruct the passenger on how...

Page 138: ...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 138 3 Use ...

Page 139: ...RS 660 Chap 04 Maintenance 139 ...

Page 140: ...RVALS INDICATED IF THE VEHICLE IS USED IN PARTICULARLY RAINY OR DUSTY CONDITIONS ON POOR ROADS OR FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE RIDING 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 K...

Page 141: ...k the engine oil level The level is correct if it reaches the MAX level approximately Otherwise top off the engine oil CAUTION THE OIL LEVEL MUST NEVER DROP BELOW THE MINIMUM MARKING OR EX CEED THE MAXIMUM MARKING AN OIL LEVEL NOT WITHIN THE MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM MARKINGS MAY CAUSE SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE 04_03 Engine oil top up 04_03 If the engine oil needs to be topped up proceed as follows Unscrew a...

Page 142: ... AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer Engine oil filter replacement CAUTION THE ENGINE OIL FILTER MAY ONLY BE CHECKED AND CHANGED BY AN Au thorised Aprilia Dealer Tyres This vehicle is fitted with tubeless tyres without inner tubes CAUTION CHECK TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE REGULARLY AT AMBIENT TEMPERA TURE THE MEASUREMENT MAY BE INCORRECT IF TYRES ARE WARM CHECK TYRE PRESSURE MAINLY BEFORE AND AFTER A LONG TR...

Page 143: ...RY OUT A VISUAL INSPECTION FOR TYRE WEAR AND TEAR REPLACE TYRES WHEN WORN WHEN TYRES ARE OLD THE MATERIAL MAY HARDEN AND NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE ROAD HOLDING EVEN IF TYRES ARE STILL WITHIN THE WEAR LIMIT REPLACE TYRES IF THIS OCCURS REPLACE THE TYRE IF IT IS WORN OR IF THERE IS A PUNCTURE LARGER THAN 5 mm 0 197 in IN THE TREAD AREA WHEEL MUST BE BALANCED AFTER A TYRE IS MENDED USE ONLY TYRE SIZES IND...

Page 144: ...specified by applicable legislation in the country in which the vehicle is used Spark plug dismantlement CAUTION THE SPARK PLUGS MAY ONLY BE CHECKED CLEANED AND CHANGED BY AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer Removing the air filter CAUTION THE AIR FILTER MAY ONLY BE CHECKED AND CHANGED BY AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer Cooling fluid level Do not use the vehicle if the coolant level is below the minimum mar...

Page 145: ...isable to use the same mixture even in hot weather as this minimises loss due to evaporation and the need of frequent top ups This reduces the quantity of salt deposits left in the radiator by evaporating water to ensure constant cooling system performance If the external temperature drops below 0 C 32 F check the cooling circuit frequently and if necessary increase the concentration of antifreeze...

Page 146: ...nternal right fairing ensure that the liquid level in the expansion tank is be tween the FULL maximum and LOW minimum marks WARNING CARRY OUT THE CHECK AND TOP UP THE REFRIGERANT LIQUID WITH THE ENGINE SWITCHED OFF AN COLD 04_05 Coolant top up 04_05 04_06 From the right hand side of the motorcycle remove the fastener screw 1 of the inspection cover 2 04_06 Remove the cap 3 and top up the system 14...

Page 147: ...rk MIN minimum level MAX maximum level If the fluid does not reach at least the MIN reference mark Check brake pads and discs for wear If the pads and or the disc do not need replacing top up the fluid Braking system fluid top up 04_07 04_08 04_09 04_10 04_11 04_12 RISK OF BRAKE FLUID SPILLING DO NOT OPERATE THE BRAKE LEVER IF THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR CAP IS LOOSE OR HAS BEEN REMOVED CAUTION AVOI...

Page 148: ...POSITION DO NOT ADD ADDITIVES OR OTHER SUBSTANCES TO THE FLUID FUNNELS OR ANY OTHER IMPLEMENTS USED MUST BE PERFECTLY CLEAN BRAKE FLUID IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE AVOID CONTACT WITH THE SKIN EYES AND PARTS OF THE MOTORCYCLE WHEN TOPPING UP PROTECT PARTS OF THE MOTORCYCLE IN THE VICINITY OF THE RESERVOIR WITH ABSORBENT MATERIAL Recommended products DOT 4 brake fluid Synthetic brake fluid SAE J 1703 FMVSS ...

Page 149: ...TING NEW BRAKE PADS DO NOT FILL TO THE MAX LEVEL WITH WORN PADS AS THIS WILL CAUSE FLUID TO ESCAPE WHEN REPLACING BRAKE PADS CHECK BRAKING EFFICIENCY IF THE DEAD ZONE OF THE BRAKE PEDAL OR BRAKE LEVER IS TOO LONG OR IN CASE OF FLUID LOSS IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO BLEED THE AIR TRAPPED IN THE SYSTEM HAVE THIS PROCEDURE PERFORMED BY AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer 04_08 Rear braking system In order to top...

Page 150: ...stener point 7 and then pull towards the rear of the vehicle to detach the two fastener lugs 8 and remove the side fairing panel 9 04_11 Unscrew the fastener screw 10 of the rear brake reservoir while restraining the nut to prevent it from turning Free the rear brake fluid reservoir 11 150 4 Maintenance ...

Page 151: ...L OR BRAKE LEVER IS TOO LONG OR IN CASE OF FLUID LOSS IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO BLEED THE AIR TRAPPED IN THE SYSTEM HAVE THIS PROCEDURE PERFORMED BY AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer Battery NOTE THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A LITHIUM BATTERY ONLY USE THE VEHICLE WITH A TEMPERATURE RANGE FROM 20 C TO 55 C 4 F TO 131 F IN CASE OF CONTINUED USE AT TEMPERATURES NOT WITHIN THIS RANGE INSTALL A YUASA YT12A BS...

Page 152: ...ve terminal Move the negative lead 4 aside Unscrew and remove the screw 5 of the positive terminal Move the positive lead 6 aside TAKE UTMOST CAR AND DO NOT MAKE CONTACT BETWEEN THE BATTERY TERMINALS AND ANY METALLIC OBJECT IN ORDER TO PREVENT THE RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT Grip the battery 7 firmly and remove it from its seat lifting it Put the battery away on a level surface in a cool and dry place R...

Page 153: ...THE NEGATIVE TERMINAL 04_15 If the rider and passenger saddles have been refitted onto the vehicle re move them again Install the battery 7 in its seat Position the positive cable 6 correctly and fasten it to the positive terminal tightening the screw 5 The positive cable 6 must be on top of the battery 7 as shown Position the negative cable 4 correctly and fasten it to the negative terminal tight...

Page 154: ...le opening section WARNING THIS MOTORCYCLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A BATTERY THAT REQUIRES NO MAINTENANCE OTHER THAN PERIODICALLY CHECKING STATE OF CHARGE 04_17 WARNING TO CHECK THE STATE OF CHARGE OF THE BATTERY PRESS THE TEST BUTTON ON THE BATTERY ITSELF CHARGE LEVEL Ready for use 5 6 Charging recommended 3 4 154 4 Maintenance ...

Page 155: ...g on the vehicle and connected to the electrical system of the vehicle The battery may also be charged with the battery removed from the vehicle and disconnected from the electrical system To charge the battery Set the battery charger for the recharge type indicated Connect the battery to a battery charger of a suitable type for the battery itself CAUTION WHEN RECHARGING OR USING THE BATTERY BE CA...

Page 156: ...ric current 2 0 A Time 2 hours Quick charge Electric current 8 A Time 0 5 hours WARNING THE CHARGE VOLTAGE MUST NEVER EXCEED 15V NOTE AFTER CHARGING WAIT ONE OR TWO HOURS BEFORE CHECKING THE VOLTAGE IF THE VOLTAGE IS BELOW 12 4V ADDITIONAL CHARGING IS NECESSARY SETTINGS AND PARAMETERS FOR CHARGING LEAD BATTERIES Normal recharge Electric current 1 0 A Time 8 10 hours Quick charge Electric current 1...

Page 157: ...ttery 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 Fuses 04_19 04_20 04_21 04_22 04_23 04_24 04_25 04_26 It is necessary to check the fuses whenever an electrical component fails to o...

Page 158: ...IED TO PRE VENT DAMAGES TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR SHORT CIRCUITS AND THE RISK OF FIRE CAUTION A FUSE THAT BLOWS FREQUENTLY MAY INDICATE A SHORT CIRCUIT OR OVERLOAD CONTACT AN authorised aprilia Dealer 04_19 To check To avoid an accidental short circuit place the power switch to OFF 158 4 Maintenance ...

Page 159: ...t caused the problem If the fuse is damaged replace it with one of the same current rating NOTE IF THE SPARE FUSE IS USED REPLACE WITH ONE OF THE SAME TYPE IN THE CORRESPONDING FITTING AUXILIARY FUSES DISTRIBUTION A 7 5A fuse Rear running light horn license plate light blacklight if applicable B 5A fuse Instrument panel power feed turn indicators C 5A fuse Positive key on power for ECU positive ke...

Page 160: ...ve key on power for anti theft system F 5A fuse Positive key on power for headlamp load G 2A fuse Positive key on power for USB H 15A fuse Fan relay power feed ECU power feed fuel pump relay power feed RH and LH lambda probe power feed RH and LH injector power feed RH and LH coil power feed secondary air system valve power feed I 5A fuse Power feed for provision for anti theft system OBD power fee...

Page 161: ...laced in the central part of the motorcycle under the rider saddle 04_22 To access the main fuse remove the side fairing as follows Remove the upper fastener screw 3 04_23 Remove the lower fastener screw 5 161 4 Maintenance ...

Page 162: ...nnector 9 to access the main fuse M Remove the fuse and check whether the filament 2 is broken Before replacing the fuse find and solve if possible the reason that caused the problem If the fuse is damaged replace it with one of the same current rating NOTE IF THE SPARE FUSE IS USED REPLACE WITH ONE OF THE SAME TYPE IN THE CORRESPONDING FITTING 162 4 Maintenance ...

Page 163: ...lities N spare fuse The main fuse is located behind the left hand side fairing 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 163 4 Maintenance ...

Page 164: ... the low beam headlights are on and once the vehicle reaches a lean angle of at least 25 When leaning into a left hand bend the left hand LED bending assist light illuminates A When leaning into a right hand bend the right hand LED bending assist light illuminates A CAUTION IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OF THE HEADLAMP UNIT CONTACT AN Official Aprilia Dealer 04_29 Headlight adjustment 04_29 04_30 ...

Page 165: ...0 of the total height 04_30 04_31 To carry out vertical adjustment of the light beam LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS Working from the rear of the top fairing under the inner bodywork turn the adjuster screw 1 left hand side 2 right hand side TIGHTEN clockwise to raise the beam UNSCREW it anticlockwise to lower the light beam These two adjuster screws may be used to adjust the vertical alignment of the low bea...

Page 166: ...ed to adjust the vertical alignment of the high beam headlight beam NOTE CHECK THAT THE VERTICAL ALIGNMENT OF THE BEAM IS CORRECT Rear optical unit CAUTION THE TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY MUST BE REMOVED CHECKED AND IF NECES SARY REPLACED BY AN Authorised Aprilia Dealer Rear turn indicators NOTE FOR REMOVING CHECKING AND REPLACING THE REAR INDICATORS PLEASE SEE AN Authorised Aprilia Dealership 166 4 Maint...

Page 167: ... AN Official Aprilia Dealer 04_33 Rear view mirrors 04_33 04_34 The rear view mirrors may be folded inwards towards the rider 04_34 If necessary adjust the position of the rear view mirrors as shown in the figure CAUTION THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE RIDDEN ON PUBLIC ROADS WITH THE REAR VIEW MIRRORS REMOVED 167 4 Maintenance ...

Page 168: ... brake disc and pads as follows from the top rear side to check the front brake callipers 1 from the bottom rear side to check 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 168 4 ...

Page 169: ... measures must be taken to prevent the possibile conse quences of prolonged lack of usage of the vehicle 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 humid...

Page 170: ...S A TEST RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE FOR A FEW KILOMETRES AT A MODER ATE SPEED AND AWAY FROM TRAFFIC AREAS Cleaning the vehicle 04_39 04_40 04_41 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 chemic...

Page 171: ...AKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE TEM 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 CAUTION WARNING AFTER HEAVY RAIN WASHING OR IN CASE OF RAPID TEMPERATURE CHANGES THE LENSES OF THE FRONT LIGHT ASSEMBLY MAY BECOME FOGGY THIS STATE I...

Page 172: ...THE SURFACE AND RINSING FRE QUENTLY WITH PLENTY OF WATER DO NOT CLEAN THE FRONT LIGHT ASSEMBLY WITH DETERGENTS CONTAIN ING TENSIOACTIVE AGENTS AND OR ALCOHOL REMEMBER TO CLEAN THE VEHICLE CAREFULLY BEFORE APPLYING SILI CON WAX POLISH DO NOT POLISH MATT PAINTED SURFACES WITH POL ISHING PASTE THE VEHICLE SHOULD NEVER BE WASHED IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT ESPECIALLY DURING SUMMER OR WITH THE BODYWORK STILL HO...

Page 173: ...L THINNERS TO CLEAN THE SADDLE USE INSTEAD DETERGENTS WITH SURFACE ACTIVE AGENTS NOT EXCEEDING 5 NEUTRAL SOAP DEGREASING 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 clutch cable ignition switch 173 4 Mainten...

Page 174: ... CONTACT A ROAD ASSISTANCE SERVICE INSTEAD TO HAVE THE INFLAMMABLE FLUIDS DRAINED Fold the rear view mirrors inwards to reduce the risk of damage Transmission chain AN EXCESSIVELY LOOSE DRIVE CHAIN MAY DETACH 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 ...

Page 175: ...M DRIVE CHAIN MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS MORE FREQUENTLY IF YOU RIDE THE VEHICLE IN EXTREME CONDITIONS OR ON DUSTY AND OR MUDDY ROADS CAUTION DO NOT MODIFY THE FINAL DRIVE GEAR RATIO OR THE NUMBER OF LINKS IN THE CHAIN Characteristic Final drive ratio 17 43 Type Regina 110 links With sealed master link Model 520 135 ZRA 175 4 Maintenance ...

Page 176: ... THE CHAIN MUST NOT BE ABLE TO TOUCH THE UNDERSIDE PART OF THE SWINGARM IN THE PO SITION INDICATED BY THE ARROW 04_44 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 but greater or less than 30 mm 1 18 in carry out the adjustment CAUTION IF THE CL...

Page 177: ...roded 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 SEAL RINGS ARE DAMAGED OR MISSING THE ENTIRE CHAIN UNIT PINION SPROCKET AND CHAIN NEEDS TO BE REPLACED CAUTION CHECK THE STATE OF WEAR OF THE CHAIN SLIDER CAUTION LUBRICATE THE CHAIN AT FREQUENT INTERVALS ...

Page 178: ...ate 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 AVAILABLE CHAIN LUBRICANTS MAY CONTAIN SUBSTAN CES THAT DAMAGE THE ...

Page 179: ...RS 660 Chap 05 Technical data 179 ...

Page 180: ...b weight 183 kg 403 44 lb Weight fully loaded 258 kg 568 79 lb ENGINE Type 2 cylinder inline transverse 4 stroke 4 valves per cylinder double overhead camshafts Engine capacity 659 cc 40 21 cu in Bore stroke 81 mm 63 93 mm 3 19 in 2 52 in Compression ratio 13 5 0 5 1 Idle engine speed 1400 100 rpm Engine revs at maximum speed 10500 100 rpm 180 5 Technical data ...

Page 181: ...nd valve clearance adjustment with calibrated pads Lubrication system Wet sump with heat exchanger coaxial with oil filter Oil pump Trochoidal pump Oil filter With external cartridge filter Cooling Liquid Cooling system 3 way thermostatic valve cooling radiator with electric fan and expansion tank Coolant pump Centrifugal bearingless aspirating pump with integrated aluminium gasket Air filter Poly...

Page 182: ...l filter replacement 2700 cc in 164 76 cu in Coolant 1 8 0 2 l 0 39 0 04 UK gal 0 47 0 05 US gal Seats 2 Maximum weight limit 393 kg 866 41 lb DRIVE RATIOS Primary drive ratio 39 80 with gears Drive ratio 1st gear 17 46 secondary Drive ratio 2nd gear 16 33 secondary Drive ratio 3rd gear 24 39 secondary Drive ratio 4th gear 19 26 secondary 182 5 Technical data ...

Page 183: ...135 ZRA ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEMS a PRC system Aprilia Performance Ride Control which includes AEM engine map management system AEB engine brake map management system ABS anti lock braking system ATC traction control AWC wheelie control AQS assisted shift system for clutchless upshifts and downshifts PIT pit lane speed limiter where applicable 183 5 Technical data ...

Page 184: ...injection with 1 injector per cylinder and 2 motorised throttle bodies ride by wire with fixed length intake trumpets 1 dynamic air intake Selectable multimap FRAME Type Adjustable composite structure aluminium frame with cast elements Steering rake angle 24 1 measurements with respect to bare chassis 184 5 Technical data ...

Page 185: ...ng pre load length and hydraulic rebound damping Rear stroke 52 mm 2 05 in BRAKES Front 320 mm 12 60 in discs four piston callipers with 32 mm 1 26 in pistons and 2 pads radial master cylinder and steel braided brake hose Rear 220 mm 8 66 in disc two piston calliper with 34 mm 1 34 in pistons master cylinder with integrated reservoir and steel braided brake hose 185 5 Technical data ...

Page 186: ...W Inflation pressure Rider 2 5 bar 250 KPa 36 26 PSI Rider Passenger 2 5 bar 250 KPa 36 26 PSI Rear tire 180 55 ZR17 73W 180 60 ZR17 75W Inflation pressure Rider 2 8 bar 280 KPa 40 61 PSI Rider Passenger 2 8 bar 280 KPa 40 61 PSI ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Spark plugs NGK IR MR9DI 7 186 5 Technical data ...

Page 187: ... Recharging system Flywheel with rare earth magnets Alternator 360 W Main fuses 30A Secondary fuses 2A 5A 5 7 5A 3 15A 20A FUNCTIONS HEADLAMP TAIL LIGHT LICENCE PLATE LIGHT High beam low beam light LED 18W 27W Front DRL LED 2W 10W Turn indicators LED 2 7W Rear running light brake light LED 0 5W 2 3W Licence plate light LED 0 67W 187 5 Technical data ...

Page 188: ...al LED High beam light LED Cruise control LED ABS LED MI LED Turn indicators LED Overspeed threshold shift light LED Immobilizer LED Fuel reserve LED a PRC LED General warning LED DRL LED Side stand LED 188 5 Technical data ...

Page 189: ...RS 660 Chap 06 Programmed maintenance 189 ...

Page 190: ...ou have not reached the predicted 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 HALVE THE SERVICE INTERVALS INDICATED IF THE VEHICLE IS USED IN PARTICULARLY RAINY OR DUSTY CONDITIONS ON POOR ROADS OR F...

Page 191: ...procket rear sprocket Chain slider I I I I Steering bearings and steering play I I I I I I I Wheel bearings Wheels I I I I I I I Diagnosis by tool I I I I I I I Brake discs Brake pads wear 1 I I I I I I I Air filter I R I R Engine oil filter R R R R R R R Raked I I I I Vehicle general operation I I I I I I I Valve clearance A A Cooling system I I I I Brake systems I I I I I I I Safety switches sta...

Page 192: ...Fork oil seals I I Tyres pressure wear 1 I I I I I I I Nut bolt tightness I I I I I 06_02 Recommended products 06_02 Piaggio Group recommends the use of products from its Castrol official partner for the scheduled maintenance of its vehicles Only use lubricants and fluids which meet or exceed the performance characteristics specified This also applies when topping up only 192 6 Programmed maintena...

Page 193: ...d grease colour black contains EP Extreme Pressure additives excellent water repellent properties 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 DOT 4 brake fluid Synthetic brake fluid SAE J 1703 FMVSS 116 ISO 4925 CUNA NC 956 DOT4 Fork oil 7 5W Fork oil SAE 7 5W 193 ...

Page 194: ...194 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 195: ...op 81 F Fork 115 117 Fuel 12 Fuses 157 G Gearbox oil 13 H Headlight 164 Horn 77 I Identification 102 Immobilizer 99 Instrument panel 22 M Maintenance 139 189 190 Maintenance Table 190 Mirrors 167 O Oil filter 142 R rear view mirrors 167 Recommended products 192 S Saddle 100 Scheduled maintenance 190 Shock absorbers 111 114 Spark plug 144 Stand 15 131 Start up 81 Stop switch 81 T Technical data 179...

Page 196: ...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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