VESPA PX 125, Manual

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WARNING
THE WHEELS FITTED WITH TYRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED. RIDING
THE VEHICLE WITH VERY LOW TYRE PRESSURE OR WITH INCORRECTLY
BALANCED TYRES CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS.
03_22
Periods of inactivity (03_22)
We recommend carrying out the following operations:
1. Clean the vehicle thoroughly and then cover it with a canvas;
2. With engine off and piston at the bottom dead centre, remove the spark plug, fill
with 1÷2 cc oil (larger amounts are dangerous for the engine itself). Actuate the start-
up button 1-2 times for about 1 second, letting the engine perform a few revolutions,
then replace the spark plug;
3 . Use up all the vehicle's fuel; spread antirust grease on the unpainted metal parts;
keep the wheels lifted above the ground by resting the framework on two wooden
wedges;
4 . As far as regards the battery, follow the instructions in paragraph «Battery»
Recommended products
AGIP CITY TEC 2T
Mixer oil
synthetic oil for 2-stroke engines: JASO FC, ISO-L-EGD
Cleaning the vehicle
Use a low pressure water jet in order to soften the dirt and mud deposited on painted
surfaces. Once softened, mud and dirt must be removed with a soft sponge for body-
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