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WARNING
Avoid any prolonged exposure of the
clutch fluid to air.
The clutch fluid is hygroscopic and
when in contact with air it absorbs its
humidity.
Leave the clutch fluid reservoir open
O N L Y f o r t h e t i m e n e c e s s a r y f o r
topping up.
NOTE
In order not to spill the clutch fluid
while topping up, keep the fluid in the
reservoir parallel to the reservoir rim and do
not shake the vehicle.
CAUTION
When topping up, never exceed the
“MAX” level.
NOTE
In order to fill the reservoir to the
“ MAX ” level, top up until the “ MAX ” mark is
parallel with the clutch fluid reservoir top
parallel to the ground.
WARNING
Use only DOT 5 or 4 fluid taken from a
clean, sealed container. Never reuse used
clutch fluid.
CAUTION
If you use a container or funnel for topping
up, make sure that it is perfectly clean. Any
foreign matter getting into the clutch
reservoir may lead to severe damage.
WARNING
Do not add any additives or other
substances to the clutch fluid.
u
Top up the reservoir (1) with clutch fluid,
until the fluid reaches the “
MAX ” mark.
u Replace the gasket (3) in its seat correctly.
u Replace and tighten the reservoir filler cap
(2).
CAUTION
After servicing the clutch, always check
that it operates correctly. If the stroke of
the lever is excessive, or if you detect that
the effectiveness of the clutch
is reduced
in any way, have your vehicle serviced by
your Local
aprilia Dealer.
It may be necessary to have your dealer
bleed the system, or there may be some
other problem with the clutch system.
ADJUSTING THE FRONT BRAKE
LEVER AND THE CLUTCH LEVER
It is possible to adjust the distance
between the lever (1) end and the throttle
grip (2), by rotating the adjuster (3).
The positions “ MAX ” and “ MIN ” correspond
to an approximate distance of 126 and 83
mm, respectively, between the lever end
and the grip.
u Push the lever (1) forward and rotate the
adjuster (3) until the lever (1) is set at the
desired distance.
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