VESPA LX 125 150 Euro 3, User Manual

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02_03
Running in (02_03)
WARNING
DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80% OF ITS
MAXIMUM SPEED. AVOID TWISTING THE THROTTLE GRIP FULLY OR KEEP-
ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD. AFTER THE
FIRST 1000 KM, GRADUALLY INCREASE SPEED UNTIL REACHING THE MAX-
IMUM PERFORMANCE.
02_04
Starting up the engine (02_04)
The scooter is fitted with automatic transmission with a regulator and centrifugal clutch.
Therefore always start the engine with the throttle at a minimum; to start-off from still,
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 is started.
In order to start the engine, it is necessary to pull either the rear brake lever " B " or the
front brake lever " C ", before pressing the starting button, " A ", so as to disengage the
safety switches.
1: Rest the motorscooter on its stand " E "; check that the rear tire is off the ground.
2: Keep the throttle closed.
3: Insert the key into the ignition switch, " D ", and turn to the ON position.
4: Push the starter button « A » after pulling the rear brake lever « B» or the front brake
lever « C ».
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