VESPA S 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.
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Periods of inactivity (03_42)
We recommend carrying out the following operations:
1. General cleaning of the vehicle.
2. With the engine off and the piston at bottom dead centre position, remove the spark
plug and pour 1÷2 cm³ of motor oil through its fill opening. Operate the starter 3-4
times letting the engine perform a few revolutions, then remount the spark plug.
3. Bleed all the vehicle's fuel; spread antirust grease on the unpainted metal parts;
keep the wheels lifted above the ground.
4. For the battery, follow the procedures described in the «Battery» section.
5. Drain the petrol off the carburettor float chamber.
6. Replace the engine oil.
Recommended products
AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T
Oil to lubricate flexible transmissions (brakes, throttle control and odometer)
Oil for 4-stroke engines
Cleaning the vehicle
In order to soften the dirt and mud deposited on the painted surfaces, use a low pres-
sure jet of water. Once softened, mud and dirt must be removed with a soft sponge
for bodywork soaked in lots of water and "shampoo" (2-4% of car shampoo in water).
Then rinse abundantly with water, and dry with a shammy cloth. For the outside of the
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