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PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU

for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the very best from your vehicle. Please read it carefully before riding
the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and 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 get to know your new scooter and it will serve you
well for a long time to come. This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle; should the vehicle be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner.

Liberty 125 - 200 Euro 3

Ed. 03_11/2012

Summary of Contents for Liberty 125 - 200 Euro 3

Page 1: ...n tips and 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 so...

Page 2: ...egular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an authorised Dealer or Service Centre The booklet also contains instructions for simple repairs Any operations not specifically described in...

Page 3: ...ing the environment Vehicle intactness The incomplete or non observance of these regulations leads to the risk of serious damage to the vehicle and sometimes even the invalidity of the guarantee The s...

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Page 5: ...toppingtheengine 26 Automatictransmission 26 Safedriving 27 MAINTENANCE 29 Engineoillevel 30 Engineoillevelcheck 30 Engineoiltop up 31 Warninglight insufficientoilpressure 31 Engineoilchange 32 Huboil...

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Page 7: ...Liberty 125 200 Euro 3 Chap 01 Vehicle 7...

Page 8: ...Left turn indicator warning light F Odometer G Speedometer H Low fuel warning light I Oil pressure warning light L High beam warning light M Tail light warning light N Time Date O Fuel gauge P Right t...

Page 9: ...onth day and seconds can be seen besides hours and minutes In order to adjust the above mentioned functions operate button U The digital clock is powered by a battery battery life is about 2 years lif...

Page 10: ...ck engaged front glove box locked OFF Ignition disabled extractable key steering lock disengaged front glove box unlocked ON Ready to start position anti theft device disabled non extractable key glov...

Page 11: ...indicators 01_05 To set the left turn indicators flashing move lever B to the left to set the right turn indicators flashing move it to the right The lever automatically returns to the central positio...

Page 12: ...e two brake levers Theimmobilizersystem In order to enhance theft protection the vehicle is equipped with a PIAGGIO IMMO BILIZER electronic engine locking device that is activated automatically when t...

Page 13: ...some maintenance operations We therefore recommend that it be used only under exceptional circumstances Black key B single copy supplied is used for normal use such as start up saddle opening glove b...

Page 14: ...the code transmitted by the key If the code is not recognised turn the key first to OFF and then to ON if the lock cannot be disabled try with the other key supplied brown If the engine cannot be sta...

Page 15: ...he OFF position turning it to the ON position After 1 3 seconds turn the key to OFF again and pull it out Intermediatestep blackkey After extracting the brown key insert the black key within 10 second...

Page 16: ...t the black key and repeat the start up operation Check that the engine does start N B IF THE ENGINE STARTS WITH THE BROWN KEY AND WITH A DISABLED TRANSPONDER OR IF DURING THE PROGRAMMING A WRONG STEP...

Page 17: ...ts We recommend that you check that the prefix and chassis number stamped on the vehicle correspond with those in the vehicle documents CAUTION PLEASE REMIND THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION...

Page 18: ...01_16 Bagclip 01_16 To use the retractable bag hook B located at the front end of the saddle pull it forward lightly 18 1 Vehicle...

Page 19: ...Liberty 125 200 Euro 3 Chap 02 Use 19...

Page 20: ...front and rear brakes 02_01 Refuelling 02_01 Fill fuel tank A with unleaded petrol minimum octane rating 95 When the fuel reaches the reserve level the warning light fitted on the instrument panel lig...

Page 21: ...eserve Tyrepressure CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD INCOR RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID ING DANGEROUS TYRES MUST BE REPLACED WHEN THE TREAD REA...

Page 22: ...ly Position 3 medium preloading rider and passenger Position 4 maximum preloading rider passenger and luggage In order to carry out this operation you will need to use the specific spanner in the kit...

Page 23: ...speed to start off from sta tionary position progressively twist the throttle grip The vehicle is equipped with am electric fuel pump and a starter that switch on auto matically as soon as the engine...

Page 24: ...O CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS Precautions CAUTION NEVER STRESS THE ENGINE AT LOW TEMPERATURES IN ORDER TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE BE CAREFUL NEVER TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM SPEED...

Page 25: ...same sequence of operations described above Twist the throttle grip com pletely and press the starter button A 5 6 times In any case do not persist for too long with the starter motor in the attempt t...

Page 26: ...n level ground and uphill thanks to the adjustments made to engine speed and transmitted torque If you have to stop on an uphill slope traffic lights traffic jam etc only use the brake to keep the veh...

Page 27: ...effect is initially lower Under these conditions it is a good idea to operate the brakes from time to time 4 Do not brake hard on a wet surface on dirt tracks or on any slippery road surface 5 If you...

Page 28: ...d therefor dangerous to ride CAUTION RIDING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL DRUGS OR CERTAIN MEDI CINES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ONESELF AND FOR OTHERS CAUTION ANY ELABORATION THAT MODIFIES THE V...

Page 29: ...Liberty 125 200 Euro 3 Chap 03 Maintenance 29...

Page 30: ...evel more fre quently than indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance table or before setting off on long journeys The vehicle is however equipped with an oil pressure warn ing light on the instrument pan...

Page 31: ...e is equipped with a warning light that comes on when the key is turned to ON However this light should switch off once the engine has been started If the light comes on while braking at idle speed or...

Page 32: ...five minutes check the level and if necessary top up without exceeding the MAX level The cartridge filter must be replaced every time the oil is changed For top ups and changes use new oil of the rec...

Page 33: ...E CAUTION USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT FOR OIL REPLACEMENT CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE WHICH IS EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND...

Page 34: ...es or irregular tread wear should this occur go to an authorised workshop or to a workshop properly equipped for refitting CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD INCOR RECT TYRE P...

Page 35: ...tighten it in its seat Care should be taken to installing and fixing it with correct inclination To refit the inspection door for the spark plug follow the operations in reverse order making sure to...

Page 36: ...ROADS IT IS ADVISABLE TO CLEAN THE AIR FILTER MORE FREQUENTLY THAN INDICATED IN THE RELEVANT CHAPTER ON SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 03_13 Secondaryairsystem 03_13 In order to reduce polluting emissions the...

Page 37: ...tained in the sight glass indicates the level of liquid in the reservoir When the sight glass A is full the level inside the reservoir exceeds the MIN level when it is partially full the level drops t...

Page 38: ...CONTAINERS WHICH ARE ALREADY OPEN OR PARTIALLY USED CAUTION THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE THEREFORE WHEN TOPPING UP AVOID LETTING IT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAINTED PARTS OF THE VE...

Page 39: ...HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA TIONS IN FORCE CAUTION ELECTROLYTE CONTAINS SULPHURIC ACID AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES SKIN AND CLOTHES...

Page 40: ...eeps all the engine components as well as the battery in good working order Take your vehicle to a garage as indicated in the Vehicle not used for extended periods section to have the battery removed...

Page 41: ...A fuses located under the front grill CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM NEVER DISCON NECT THE WIRING WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING DO NOT TIP THE VEHICLE TOO MUCH IN ORDER TO AVO...

Page 42: ...G A PIECE OF ELECTRIC WIRE BULBS High low beam light bulb Type Halogen H4 Power 12V 55 60W Quantity 1 Front side light bulb Type All glass Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 Front turn indicator light bulb Type...

Page 43: ...All glass Function Turn indicators Quantity 2 12V 1 2W warning light bulb Type All glass Function engine oil high beam lights fuel reserve Quantity 3 Instrument panel lighting bulbs Type All glass Po...

Page 44: ...TEMPERATURES THE PHENOMENON SHOULD QUICKLY DISAPPEAR WHEN THE LIGHT IS SWITCHED ON THE PRESENCE OF DROPS OF WATER ON THE OTHER HAND COULD INDI CATE THAT WATER IS INFILTRATING CONTACT THE AFTER SALES S...

Page 45: ...r to refit 03_23 Rearopticalunit 03_23 In order to reach the rear tail light bulb remove the 2 D retaining screws To gain access to the turn indicator bulbs remove the fastening screws E Remove the li...

Page 46: ...ting the retaining screws E 03_25 Rear viewmirrors 03_25 To adjust the left mirror hold the mirror stem firmly at the desired position and lock nut A with a 13 mm box spanner The rear view mirror is m...

Page 47: ...and operate the screws with the specific spanner supplied Adjust the idle speed with the rear wheel off the ground vehicle on stand and with a warm engine undo or tighten the screw until the engine i...

Page 48: ...necessary to adjust the brakes An excessively elastic brake lever stroke may indicate the presence of air in the braking circuit or an irregular brake operation In this case particularly considering...

Page 49: ...PADS DO NOT USE THE VEHICLE UNTIL YOU HAVE ACTIVATED THE BRAKE LEVER REPEATEDLY TO POSITION THE PADS AND RESTORE THE LEVER STROKE TO ITS CORRECT POSITION CAUTION BRAKING SHOULD BEGIN AFTER ABOUT 1 3...

Page 50: ...the engine off and the piston at bottom dead centre position remove the spark plug and pour 1 2 cc of motor oil through its hole Operate the starter motor 3 4 times letting the engine perform a few r...

Page 51: ...ashing WARNING To avoid the appearance of oxidations wash the vehicle every time it is used in certain areas or in special conditions of Environmental seasonal conditions use of salt de icer chemical...

Page 52: ...OFF AND COULD DAMAGE THE PAINTWORK NEVER USE RAGS SOAKED IN PETROL OR DIESEL OIL TO CLEAN THE PAINTED OR PLASTIC SURFACES IN ORDER TO PREVENT THEM LOSING THEIR SHINE AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS WA...

Page 53: ...ied out by an expert Check that the electrodes are properly adjusted 0 7 0 8 mm Check that the electrodes are clean use pure petrol and a metal brush or an emery cloth Check the spark plug insulator R...

Page 54: ...l on drum or disc Worn Pads Shoes Contact an Authorised Service Centre incorrect rear brake adjustment Adjust INEFFICIENT SUSPENSION Inefficient shock absorbers oil leakage deteriorated end of stroke...

Page 55: ...EXHAUST NOISE Depression tube damaged disconnected or secondary valve damaged Contact an Authorised Service Centre STAND DOES NOT RETURN TO POSITION Presence of dirt Clean and grease 55 3 Maintenance...

Page 56: ...56 3 Maintenance...

Page 57: ...Liberty 125 200 Euro 3 Chap 04 Technicaldata 57...

Page 58: ...04_01 58 4 Technicaldata...

Page 59: ...0 15 Carburettor KEIHIN CVK 27 Spark plug Champion RG6YC NGK CR7EB Clutch Automatic centrifugal dry clutch Gearbox Continuously variable transmission with torque server Lubrication Wet crankcase Cool...

Page 60: ...ing adjustable to 4 positions at preloading travel 85 5 mm Front wheel rim Die cast aluminium alloy 2 15 x16 Rear wheel rim Die cast aluminium alloy 2 75 x14 Front tyre Tubeless 90 80 16 51J Rear tyre...

Page 61: ...on RG6YC Clutch Automatic centrifugal dry clutch Gearbox Continuously variable transmission with torque server Lubrication Wet crankcase Cooling Forced circulation air cooling Starter Electric Max pow...

Page 62: ...heel rim Die cast aluminium alloy 2 75 x14 Front tyre Tubeless 100 80 16 50 P Rear tyre Tubeless 120 70 14 55P Front brake 220 mm disc with calliper with counteracting pistons Rear brake 140mm drum br...

Page 63: ...Liberty 125 200 Euro 3 Chap 05 Sparepartsanda ccessories 63...

Page 64: ...L SPARE PARTS CAUSES YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS TO EXPIRE WARNING PIAGGIO MARKETS ITS OWN LINE OF ACCESSORIES THAT ARE RECOG NISED AND GUARANTEED FOR USE IT IS THEREFORE ESSENTIAL TO CON TACT AN AUTHORISED...

Page 65: ...Liberty 125 200 Euro 3 Chap 06 Scheduledmaint enance 65...

Page 66: ...rviced to the prescribed intervals of time even if you have not reached the predicted mileage Punctual vehicle servicing is necessary for the correct use of the guarantee For any further information c...

Page 67: ...I I I Sliding shoes CVT rollers I R I R I R I R I R Tyre pressure and wear I I I I I I I I I I I Vehicle road test I I I I I I I I I I I Idle speed A A A A A A Odometer gear L L L L L Suspension I I...

Page 68: ...FILTER OIL Special product for the treatment of foam filters AGIP GP 330 Water repellent stringy calcium spray grease R I D A D R 2 10 b 2 R I Na 2 42 I A T A 2 I M D G class 2 UN 1950 Page 9022 EM 2...

Page 69: ...TABLE OF CONTENTS B Battery 39 C Checks 20 Clock 9 F Fuses 41 I Identification 17 K Keys 13 M Maintenance 29 P Puncture 50 R Refuelling 20 T Toolkit 62 Tyres 34 V Vehicle 7 69...

Page 70: ...changes to components parts or accessories which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are required for manufacturing or construction reasons Not all versions models shown in this pub...

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