User manual APRILIA RST MILLE FUTURA - PART 2

).3425#4)/.3 &/2 53% '%44).' /. !.$ /&& 4(% 6%()#,% The instructions below must be followed with the maximum care in order to avoid any injury to persons and damage to property and to the vehicle, caused by the falling of the rider or the passenger from the vehicle and/or the falling or overturning of the vehicle itself. The vehicle is provided with two stands: centre stand and side stand. aCAUTION Do not start the engine with the vehicle positioned on the centre stand. Engaging the gears may make you lose control of the vehicle. Do not get on or let the passenger get on the vehicle if this is positioned on the centre stand. It is forbidden to position the vehicle on the centre stand while seated astride the vehicle in riding position. Get on and off the vehicle only from the left side and always with extended side stand. aWARNING Risk of falling and overturning. Proceed with care. The operations and movements required to get on and off the vehicle must be performed with complete freedom of movement and with the hands free from obstruction caused by holding objects, the helmet, gloves or glasses. 44 use and maintenance RST mille Futura The stand has been designed to support the weight of the vehicle and a minimum load, without the rider and the passenger. Getting on the vehicle into the riding position with extended side stand is permitted only for the purpose of preventing the vehicle from falling or overturning and does not envision the loading of the weight of the rider and passenger onto the side stand. While getting on and off, the weight of the vehicle may cause an unbalance and the consequent loss of equilibrium, and the vehicle may fall or overturn. aCAUTION Do not apply the load of your weight or of the passenger's weight onto the side stand. NOTE The rider must always be the first person to get on the vehicle and the last to get off and it is the rider who controls the balance and stability of the vehicle when the passenger gets on and off. When getting on and off the vehicle, the passenger must make careful movements, in order to maintain the balance of the vehicle and the rider. falling over by the side stand) and keep the left foot ready to rest on the ground. x Place both feet on the ground and x Place both feet on the ground, keeping the vehicle in balance in riding position. x Instruct the passenger how to safely get NOTE The rider is responsible for instructing the passenger how to safely get on and off the vehicle. The vehicle is equipped with special passenger footrests to make it easier to get on and off the vehicle. The passenger must always use the left footrest to get on and off the vehicle. Neither get off, nor try to get off the vehicle by jumping or stretching your leg down to the ground. In both cases this would compromise the stability and balance of the vehicle. straighten the vehicle into riding position while keeping it in balance. The rider must not extract or attempt to extract the passenger footrest while seated astride the vehicle, because this might compromise the stability and balance of the vehicle. x Have the passenger extract the two pas- off the vehicle. NOTE aCAUTION Risk of falling and overturning. Make sure that the passenger has got off the vehicle. Do not load your weight onto the side stand. x Incline the vehicle until the stand rests senger footrests. x Instruct the passenger how to safely get on the vehicle. x Kick the side stand completely back using your left foot. GETTING OFF THE VEHICLE x Choose a suitable parking area, see p. on the ground. x Grasp the handlebar correctly and get off the vehicle. x Rotate the handlebar completely left- wards. x Lift the passenger footrests. NOTE Bags or objects strapped to the rear of the vehicle can represent an obstacle while getting on and off. In any case, perform a controlled movement with your right leg, which must avoid striking and safely pass the rear part of the fairing or the luggage without creating unbalance. GETTING ON THE VEHICLE x Grasp the handlebar correctly and get on the vehicle without loading your weight onto the side stand. 55 (PARKING). x Stop the vehicle, see p. 55 (STOPPING). aCAUTION Make sure that the vehicle is stable. aWARNING Make sure that the parking surface is free from obstacles, firm and flat. x With the left shoe heel, extend the side stand completely by acting on the appropriate lever. NOTE If it is impossible for you to place both feet on the ground, place the right foot on the ground (in case of unbalance, the left side of the vehicle is prevented from NOTE If it is impossible for you to place both feet on the ground, place the right foot on the ground (in case of unbalance, the left side of the vehicle is prevented from falling over by the side stand) and keep the left foot ready to rest on the ground. use and maintenance RST mille Futura 45 02%,)-).!29 #(%#+).' /0%2!4)/.3 anomaly can be detected in real time and stored by the electronic unit. Whenever the ignition switch is turned to position "2", the diagnostic warning light LED "EFI" (1) comes on on the dashboard for approximately three seconds. aCAUTION After the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 7500 km (4687 mi), the writing "SERVICE" (2) appears on the right display. In this case contact an APRILIA Official Dealer, who will carry out the operations indicated in the regular service intervals chart, see p. 60 (REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART). aWARNING Before departure, always carry out a preliminary checking of the vehicle to make sure that it functions correctly and safely, see the following table (PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS). The non-performance of these checking operations can cause severe personal injuries or damages to the vehicle. Do not hesitate to consult your aprilia Official Dealer in case there is something you do not understand about the functioning of some controls or in case you suspect or discover some irregularities. It does not take long to carry out a checkup and this operation ensures you much more safety. aCAUTION If the diagnostic warning light LED "EFI" (1) comes on and blinks when the engine is started or starts blinking during the normal operation of the engine, this means that the electronic unit has detected an anomaly. In many cases, the engine keeps running with reduced performance levels; immediately contact an APRILIA Official Dealer. NOTE 46 This vehicle is set so that any use and maintenance RST mille Futura 02%,)-).!29 #(%#+).' /0%2!4)/.3 Component Front and rear disc brakes Accelerator Engine oil Wheel/tyres Brake levers Clutch Steering Side stand and centre stand Check Check the functioning, the idle stroke of the control levers, the fluid level and make sure there are no leaks. Check the wear of the pads. If necessary, top up the fluid tank. Make sure that it works smoothly and that it is possible to open and close it completely, in all steering positions. If necessary, adjust and/or lubricate it. Check and/or top up if necessary. Check the tyre surface, the inflation pressure, wear and tear and any damage. Remove any foreign matter that may be stuck in the tread grooves. Make sure that they work smoothly. Lubricate the articulations and adjust the stroke if necessary. Page 30 (BRAKE FLUID - recommendations), 31 (DISC BRAKES), 32 (FRONT BRAKE), 34 (REAR BRAKE), 84 (CHECKING THE BRAKE PAD WEAR) 85 (ADJUSTING THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL) 41 (ENGINE OIL), 63 (CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL AND TOPPING UP) 40 (TYRES) 42 (ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE CONTROL LEVER CLEARANCE) Check the operation of the clutch, the idle stroke of the control lever, the fluid level 35 (CLUTCH FLUID - recommendations), 36 and any leaks. (CLUTCH) If necessary, top up the fluid; the clutch must operate without jerking and/or slipping. Make sure that the steering rotates smoothly, without any clearance or slackening. Make sure that it operates correctly. Make sure that when the stand is let lifted or lowered there is no friction and that the spring tension brings it back to its normal position. If necessary, lubricate joints and hinges. Make sure that the safety switch operates correctly. Make sure that the fastening elements are not loose. If necessary, adjust or tighten them. Check the slack. Check the fuel level and top up, if necessary. Check the circuit for leaks. Make sure that the fuel cap is correctly closed. The coolant level in the expansion tank must be included between the "FULL" and "LOW" marks. Make sure that it operates correctly. ­ 87 (CHECKING THE STAND), 93 (CHECKING THE SWITCHES) Fastening elements Drive chain Fuel tank Coolant Engine stop switch (2 - 1) ­ 74 (DRIVE CHAIN), 75 (CLEANING AND LUBRICATION) 28 (FUEL), 76 (LIFTING THE FUEL TANK) 38 (COOLANT), 39 (CHECKING AND TOPPING UP) 23 [ENGINE STOP SWITCH (2 - 1)] Lights, warning lights LED, horn, rear Check the proper functioning of the acoustic and visual devices. Change the bulbs or brake light switch intervene in case of failure. end electric devices 90 (BATTERY) ­ 100 (CHANGING THE REAR LIGHT BULB) use and maintenance RST mille Futura 47 x Move the engine stop switch (3) to posi- tion "2". x Rotate the key (4) and move the ignition 34!24).' aWARNING This vehicle is considerably powerful and must be used gradually and with the greatest care. Do not position any object inside the front part of the fairing (between the handlebar and the dashboard), in order not to hinder the rotation of the handlebar and visibility toward the dashboard. The non-observance of this warning may cause loss of consciousness or even lead to death by asphyxia. NOTE With the side stand lowered, the engine can be started only if the gears are in neutral; in this case, if you try to engage the gears, the engine stops. With the side stand lifted, it is possible to start the engine either in neutral gear or with engaged gears and pulled in clutch lever. x Get on the vehicle in riding position, see NOTE Before starting the engine, carefully read chapter "safe drive", see p. 5 (SAFE DRIVE). aWARNING Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is extremely noxious if inhaled. Avoid starting the engine in closed or badly-ventilated rooms. 48 use and maintenance RST mille Futura p. 44 (GETTING ON AND OFF THE VEHICLE). x Make sure that the stand is completely lifted. x Not provided for e. Make sure that the light switch (1) is in position "·". x Make sure that the dimmer switch (2) is in position "8". switch to position "2". At this point the following lights come on on the dashboard within three seconds: ­ all the warning lights LED; ­ all the dashboard lighting LEDs; ­ all the segments on the left display; ­ all the segments and writings on the right multifunction display; ­ the pointers of the indicators move to the bottom of the indicator range; thus testing the operation of LEDs, writings, segments and instruments. The fuel pump will pressurize the fuel supply circuit, sending out a hum for about three seconds. After three seconds, the engine oil pressure warning light LED "." (5) remains on on the dashboard (and will remain on until the engine is started) and the following will appear on the displays: ­ total number of kilometres covered (6); ­ fuel quantity (7); ­ coolant temperature (8) [up to 35 °C (95 °F) the writing "---" is displayed]; ­ hour and minutes (9). aCAUTION If the low fuel warning light LED "-" (10) comes on on the dashboard, provide for topping up as soon as possible, see p. 28 (FUEL). x Operate the front brake lever completely. x Pull the clutch lever (11) completely and aCAUTION Avoid pressing the start push button "+" (14) when the engine is running, since you may damage the starter. If the engine oil pressure warning light LED "." (5) remains on, or if it comes on during the normal operation of the engine, this means that the oil pressure in the circuit is insufficient. In this case, stop the engine immediately and contact an APRILIA Official Dealer. x Keep at least one brake lever pulled and aCAUTION Never leave abruptly with cold engine. To reduce the emission of polluting substances and the consumption of fuel, warm the engine up by proceeding at low speed for the first miles. shift the gearbox lever (12) into neutral [green warning light LED "/" (13) on]. NOTE If the room temperature is low (near to or lower than 0 °C ­ 32 °F), see p. 50 (STARTING WITH COLD ENGINE). aCAUTION To avoid excessive consumption of the battery, do not keep the start push button "+" pressed for more than fifteen seconds. If the engine does not start in this lapse of time, wait ten seconds and press the start push button "+" again. x Press the start push button "+" (14) with- aCAUTION If the diagnostic warning light LED "EFI" on the dashboard starts blinking during the normal operation of the engine, this means that the electronic unit has detected an anomaly. In many cases, the engine keeps running with reduced performance levels; immediately contact an APRILIA Official Dealer. do not accelerate until you start. out accelerating and release it as soon as the engine starts. use and maintenance RST mille Futura 49 STARTING WITH COLD ENGINE When the room temperature is low (about 0 °C / 32 °F), it may be difficult to start the engine at the first attempt. In this case: x Insist for at least ten seconds with the start push button "+" (14) pressed and at the same time moderately rotate the throttle grip (15). If the engine starts. x Release the start push button "+" (14) and the throttle grip (15). x If the idling is unstable, twist the throttle grip (15) slightly and frequently. If the engine does not start. Wait a few seconds and repeat the cold START PROCEDURE. 50 use and maintenance RST mille Futura $%0!2452% !.$ $2)6% aWARNING This vehicle is considerably powerful and must be used gradually and with the greatest care. Do not position any object inside the front part of the fairing (between the handlebar and the dashboard), in order not to hinder the rotation of the handlebar and visibility toward the dashboard. Provide for topping up as soon as possible, see p. 28 (FUEL). aWARNING If you drive without passenger, make sure that the passenger footrests are folded. While riding, keep your hands on the grips and your feet on the footrests. NEVER RIDE IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN THOSE INDICATED. To leave: x Start the engine, see p. 48 (STARTING). x Adjust the inclination of the rear-view mirrors correctly, see p. 86 (REAR-VIEW MIRRORS). aCAUTION With the vehicle at rest, try to get acquainted with the use of the rear-view mirrors. The reflecting surface is convex, therefore the objects seem to be farther away than they actually are. These mirrors offer a "wide-angle" view and only experience will allow you to evaluate the distance of the following vehicles correctly. x With released throttle grip (2) (Pos.A) NOTE Before departure, carefully read the "safe drive" chapter, see p. 5 (SAFE DRIVE). aWARNING If you drive with a passenger, instruct him/her so that he/she does not create problems during manouvres. Before leaving, make sure that the stand is completely lifted. aCAUTION If the low fuel warning light LED "-" (1) comes on on the dashboard while the vehicle is running, this means that the quantity of fuel left in the tank amounts to 4.5 ± 1 L. and engine idling, pull the clutch lever (3) completely. x Engage the first gear, by pushing the gear lever (4) downwards. x Release the brake lever (pulled on the starting). use and maintenance RST mille Futura 51 A 2 & 3 6a 5a 4a 3a 2a aCAUTION 5 4 3 678 5 If the engine oil pressure warning light LED "." (5) comes on during the normal operation of the engine, this means that the engine oil pressure in the circuit is insufficient. In this case, stop the engine immediately and contact an APRILIA Official Dealer. 4 aWARNING On departure, the abrupt release of the clutch lever may cause the engine to stall or the vehicle to jerk forwards. Never accelerate abruptly or excessively when releasing the clutch lever, in order to prevent the clutch from "slipping" (slow release) or the front wheel from raising "rearing up" (quick release). x Slowly release the clutch lever (3) and at aCAUTION Never exceed the recommended rpm, see p. 54 (RUNNING-IN). x Increase the speed by gradually rotating The downshifting should be carried out in the following situations: x When riding downhill or when braking, in order to increase the braking action by using the compression of the engine. x When riding uphill, if the gear engaged is not suitable to the speed (high gear, moderate speed) and the engine rpm decreases. the throttle grip (2) (Pos.B), without exceeding the recommended rpm, see p. 54 (RUNNING-IN). To engage the second gear: aCAUTION Shift the gears one by one; the simultaneous downshifting of more than one gear may make you exceed the maximum rpm (red line). Before and during the downshifting, release the throttle grip and decelerate, in order to avoid the "red line". aCAUTION Proceed quickly. Never ride the vehicle at too low rpm. x Release the throttle grip (2) (Pos.A), pull the same time accelerate by slightly turning the throttle grip (2) (Pos.B). The vehicle will start moving. x Ride at reduced speed for the first miles, in order to warm the engine up. the clutch lever (3) and lift the shifting lever (4). Release the clutch lever (3) and accelerate. x Repeat the last two operations and shift up. 52 use and maintenance RST mille Futura (COOLANT). If the situation on the dashboard remains the same after the coolant level has been checked, do not start the vehicle and contact an APRILIA Official Dealer. Do not turn the ignition switch to position "1", since the cooling fans would stop independently of the coolant temperature and in this case the temperature would increase further. If the diagnostic warning light LED "EFI" on the dashboard starts blinking during the normal operation of the engine, this means that the electronic unit has detected an anomaly. In many cases, the engine keeps running with reduced performance levels; immediately contact an APRILIA Official Dealer. To avoid the overheating of the clutch, keep the engine running with vehicle at rest, engaged gears and pulled clutch lever for the shortest possible time. rear brake only, you reduce the braking force considerably, thus running the risk of locking one wheel and consequently losing grip. If you stop uphill, decelerate completely and use the brakes only to keep the vehicle steady. The use of the engine to keep the vehicle steady may cause the overheating of the clutch. Before beginning to turn, slow down or brake driving at moderate and constant speed or accelerating slightly; avoid braking at the last moment: it would be very easy to skid. If the brakes are operated continuously on downhill stretches, the friction surfaces may overheat, thus reducing the braking efficiency. Exploit the engine compression and shift down by putting on both brakes intermittently. Never drive downhill with the engine off! When visibility is insufficient, switch on the low beam even during the day, in order to make your vehicle more visible. In case of wet ground or scarce wheel grip (snow, ice, mud, etc.), drive slowly, avoiding sudden brakings or manoeuvres that could make you lose grip and fall down. To shift down, proceed as follows: x Release the throttle grip (2) (Pos.A). x If necessary, pull the brake levers moderately and decrease the speed of the vehicle. x Pull the clutch lever (3) and lower the shifting lever (4) to shift down. x If the brake levers are pulled, release them. x Release the clutch lever and accelerate moderately. aCAUTION If a temperature of 126 ­ 135 °C (259 ­ 275 °F) is displayed on the right side of the multifunction display and the last two segments of the indicator range blink, stop the vehicle and let the engine idle for approximately two minutes, thus allowing the coolant to circulate regularly in the system; then, press the engine stop switch to position "1" and check the coolant level, see p. 38 aWARNING Avoid opening and closing the throttle grip repeatedly and continuously, so that you do not accidentally lose control of the vehicle. If you have to brake, close the throttle and put on both brakes in order to obtain uniform deceleration, properly exerting pressure on the braking parts. By putting on the front brake only or the aWARNING Pay the utmost attention to any obstacle or variation of the ground. Uneven roads, rails, manhole covers, use and maintenance RST mille Futura 53 indications painted on the road surface, building site metal plates become rather slippery by rain. For this reason all these obstacles have to be carefully avoided, driving smoothly and leaning the vehicle as little as possible. Always use the turn indicators in time when you intend to change lane or direction, avoiding sharp and dangerous movements. Switch off the direction indicators as soon as you have changed direction. Be extremely careful when you overtake other vehicles or are overtaken. In case of rain, the water cloud created by big vehicles reduces visibility; the air shift may make you lose control of the vehicle. 25..).' ). The running-in of the engine is essential to ensure its duration and correct functioning. If possible, drive on hilly roads and/or roads with many bends, so that the engine, the suspensions and the brakes undergo a more effective running-in. During running-in, change speed. In this way the components are first "loaded" and then "relieved" and the engine parts can thus cool down. Even if it is important to stress the engine components during running-in, take care not to exceed. running-in" of the regular service intervals chart, see p. 60 (REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART), in order to avoid hurting yourself or other people and/or damaging the vehicle. x Between the first 1000 (625 mi) and NOTE Only after the first 1500 km (937 mi) of running-in you can expect the best performance levels from the vehicle. Keep to the following indications: x Do not open the throttle completely if the 1500 km (937 mi) drive more briskly, change speed and use the maximum acceleration only for a few seconds, in order to ensure better coupling of the components; never exceed 7500 rpm (see table). x After the first 1500 km (937 mi) you can expect better performance from the engine, however, without exceeding the maximum allowed (10500 rpm). Engine maximum rpm recommended Mileage km (mi) 0 ­ 1000 (0 ­ 625) 1000 ­ 1500 (625 ­ 937) over 1500 (937) rpm 6000 7500 10500 speed is low, both during and after the running-in. x During the first 100 km (62 mi) put on the brakes with caution, avoiding sharp and prolonged brakings. This ensures a correct bedding-in of the pads on the brake disc. x During the first 1000 km (625 mi) never exceed 6000 rpm. aWARNING After the first 1000 km (625 mi), have an APRILIA Official Dealer carry out the checks indicated in the column "After 54 use and maintenance RST mille Futura aWARNING The fall or excessive inclination of the vehicle may cause the fuel to flow out of the tank. The fuel used for internal combustion engines is extremely inflammable and in particular conditions it can become explosive. aCAUTION 34/00).' 0!2+).' It is very important to choose a suitable parking area, respecting the road signs and the indications given below. Do not apply the load of your weight or of the passenger's weight onto the side stand. To park the vehicle: x Choose a suitable parking area. x Stop the vehicle, see p. 55 (STOPPING). x Move the engine stop switch (3) to position "1". x Rotate the key (4) and move the ignition switch (5) to position "1". aWARNING If possible, avoid stopping abruptly, slowing down suddenly and braking at the last moment. x Release the throttle grip (1) (Pos.A), aWARNING Park the vehicle on firm and flat ground, to prevent it from falling down. Neither lean the vehicle against walls, nor lay it on the ground. Make sure that the vehicle and especially its red-hot parts do not represent a danger for persons and children. Do not leave the vehicle unattended when the engine is on or the key is inserted into the ignition switch. Do not get too near the cooling fans even if they are still, since they may start moving and suck clothes edges, hair, etc. gradually put on the brakes and at the same time shift down in order to decrease the speed, see p. 51 (DEPARTURE AND DRIVE). Once the speed has decreased, before stopping the vehicle: x Pull the clutch lever (2) in order to prevent the stopping of the engine. When the vehicle has come to rest: x Shift the gear lever to neutral (green aWARNING When getting on or off the vehicle, keep to the instructions given, see p. 44 (GETTING ON AND OFF THE VEHICLE). x Following the indications, wait until the passenger has got off the vehicle before dismounting. x Lock the steering, see p. 25 (STEERING LOCK) and extract the key. warning light LED "/" on). x Release the clutch lever (2). x In case of a brief stop, keep at least one brake on. use and maintenance RST mille Futura 55 aWARNING Make sure that the vehicle is stable. The vehicle is provided with front and rear parking lights. Even if it is always advisable to park the vehicle in the appropriate parking areas and in any case in illuminated places, the parking lights are very useful when it is necessary to park the vehicle in a dark or badly illuminated area, or in any case when the vehicle must be visible. To switch on the parking lights, see p. 25 (PARKING LIGHTS). 0/3)4)/.).' 4(% 6%()#,% /. 4(% 34!.$ SIDE STAND To place the vehicle on the side stand while seated astride the vehicle, see p. 44 (GETTING ON AND OFF THE VEHICLE). If any manoeuvre (for example, moving the vehicle) required the lifting of the stand, to place the vehicle on the stand again, proceed as follows: x Press the side stand with your right foot and extend it completely (3). x Incline the vehicle until the stand rests on the ground. x Steer the handlebar completely left- wards. aWARNING Make sure that the vehicle is stable. aWARNING Make sure that the parking surface is free from obstacles, firm and flat. x Choose a suitable parking area, see p. 55 (PARKING). x Grasp the left grip (1) and the handle (2). 56 use and maintenance RST mille Futura A 4 C 4 B A B CENTRE STAND aWARNING It is forbidden to position the vehicle on the centre stand while seated astride the vehicle in riding position. NOTE Do not let the side stand touch the ground. Keep the vehicle in vertical position. x Press the side stand with your right foot x Load your weight on the lever (4) and extend it completely (3). x Push down the lever (4) of the centre (Pos.B) of the centre stand and at the same time move your centre of gravity towards the rear part of the (Pos.C) vehicle. aWARNING Make sure that the parking surface is free from obstacles, firm and flat. x Choose a suitable parking area, see p. stand (Pos.A) and rest it on the ground. aWARNING Make sure that the vehicle is stable. x Let the side stand lifted. aCAUTION Proceed with care. The positioning of the vehicle on the centre stand may be difficult, since the vehicle is very heavy. Release the grip (1) and the handle (2) only after positioning the vehicle on the stand. 55 (PARKING). x Grasp the left grip (1) and the handle (2). aCAUTION The lowering of the side stand is suggested, for safety reasons, in order to prevent the vehicle from falling down or overturning in case of unbalance. use and maintenance RST mille Futura 57 -!).4%.!.#% 35''%34)/.3 4/ 02%6%.4 4(%&4 NEVER leave the ignition key (1) inserted and always use the steering lock "&". Park the vehicle in a safe place, possibly in a garage or a protected place. When possible, use an additional anti-theft device. Make sure that all documents are in order and the road tax has been paid. Write down your personal data and telephone number in this page, to facilitate the identification of the owner in case of finding after theft. SURNAME: ............................................... NAME: ...................................................... ADDRESS: ............................................... ................................................................... TELEPHONE NO.: ................................... Carefully read p. 2 (SAFETY WARNINGS), (TECHNICAL INFORMATION) and (WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS GENERAL ADVICE). aWARNING Risk of fire. Keep fuel and other flammable substances away from the electrical components. Before beginning any service operations or inspection of the vehicle, switch off the engine and remove the key, wait until the engine and the exhaust system have cooled down and, if possible, lift the vehicles with the proper equipment onto firm and flat ground. NOTE Very often stolen vehicles are identified thanks to the data written in the use/maintenance manual. 58 use and maintenance RST mille Futura PU SH aWARNING Before proceeding, make sure that the room in which you are working is properly ventilated. Keep away from the red-hot parts of the engine and of the exhaust system, in order to avoid burns. Do not hold any mechanical piece or other parts of the vehicle with your mouth: the components are not edible and some of them are noxious or even toxic. aCAUTION If not expressly indicated otherwise, for the reassembly of the units repeat the disassembly operations in reverse order. In case any maintenance operation should be required, it is advisable to use latex gloves. Routine maintenance operations can usually be carried out by the user, but sometimes specific tools and specific technical skills may be required. In case periodic maintenance operations, assistance or technical advice are needed, contact an aprilia Official Dealer, who will ensure you prompt and accurate servicing. Ask your aprilia Official Dealer to test the vehicle on the road after a repair or periodic maintenance operation. In any case, personally carry out the "Preliminary checking operations" after any maintenance operation, see p. 47 (PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS). In many cases, the engine keeps running with reduced performance levels; immediately contact an APRILIA Official Dealer. NOTE This vehicle is set so that any anomaly can be detected in real time and stored by the electronic unit. Whenever the ignition switch is turned to position "2", the diagnostic warning light LED "EFI" (1) comes on on the dashboard for approximately three seconds. aCAUTION After the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 7500 km (4687 mi), the writing "SERVICE" (2) appears on the right display. In this case contact an APRILIA Official Dealer, who will carry out the operations indicated in the regular service intervals chart, see p. 60 (REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART). aCAUTION If the diagnostic warning light LED "EFI" (1) comes on and blinks when the engine is started or starts blinking during the normal operation of the engine, this means that the electronic unit has detected an anomaly. use and maintenance RST mille Futura 59 2%'5,!2 3%26)#% ).4%26!,3 #(!24 OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE APRILIA Official Dealer (WHICH CAN BE CARRIED OUT EVEN BY THE USER). Key = check and clean, adjust, lubricate or change, if necessary; = clean; = change; = adjust. Component Spark plugs (*) Air cleaner Engine oil filter (*) Engine oil filter (on oil tank) Fork Light operation/direction Light system Safety switches Clutch fluid Brake fluid Coolant Engine oil Tyres Tyre pressure (**) Engine oil pressure warning light LED Drive chain tension and lubrication Brake pad wear After running-in [1000 km (625 mi)] ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Every 7500 km (4687 mi) or 12 months ­ ­ ­ (*) Every 15000 km (9375 mi) or 24 months ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ NOTE Perform the maintenance operations with doubled frequency if the vehicle is used in rainy or dusty areas, on uneven surfaces or on racetracks. (*) = In case of use on racetracks, change every 3750 km (2343 mi). (**) = Check every two weeks or according to the intervals indicated. every 1000 km (625 mi): every 1000 km (625 mi): at every start: every 1000 km (625 mi): before every trip and every 2000 km (1250 mi): 60 use and maintenance RST mille Futura OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE APRILIA Official Dealer Key = check and clean, adjust, lubricate or change, if necessary; = clean; = change; = adjust. Component Rear shock absorber Transmission cables and controls Rear suspension linkage bearings Steering bearings and steering clearance Wheel bearings Brake discs General running of the vehicle Adjusting the valve clearance Braking systems Cooling system Throttle body pin greasing Clutch fluid Brake fluid Coolant Fork oil Fork oil seals Brake pads Wheel/Tyres Nut, bolt, screw tightening Cylinder synchronization Suspensions and attitude Final transmission (chain, crown and pinion) Fuel pipes Clutch wear (*) After running- Every 7500 km in [1000 km (4687 mi) or 12 (625 mi)] months Every 15000 km (9375 mi) or 24 months ­ ­ ­ every 2 years: ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ NOTE Perform the maintenance operations with doubled frequency if the vehicle is used in rainy or dusty areas, on uneven surfaces or on racetracks. (*) = In case of use on race tracks, check every 3750 km (2343 mi). ­ ­ ­ ­ after the first 7500 km (4687 mi) and successively every 22500 km (14000 mi): after the first 30000 km (18750 mi) and successively every 22500 km (14000 mi): if worn: ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ every 4 years: ­ use and maintenance RST mille Futura 61 )$%.4)&)#!4)/. $!4! It is a good rule to write down the frame and engine numbers in the space provided in this manual. The frame number can be used for the purchase of spare parts. FRAME NUMBER The frame number is stamped on the right side of the steering column. Frame no. ENGINE NUMBER The engine number is stamped on the rear part of the engine, near the pinion. Engine no. NOTE Do not alter the identification numbers if you do not want to incur severe penal and administrative sanctions. In particular, the alteration of the frame number results in the immediate invalidity of the guarantee. 62 use and maintenance RST mille Futura #(%#+).' 4(% %.').% /), ,%6%, !.$ 4/00).' 50 Carefully read p. 41 (ENGINE OIL) and p. 58 (MAINTENANCE). Periodically check the engine oil level, change the oil after the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 7500 km (4687 mi) or 12 months, see p. 64 (CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL AND THE OIL FILTER). In case of use on racetracks, change the engine oil every 3750 km (2343 mi). For the check, proceed as follows: x Stop the engine, see p. 55 (STOPPING). x Keep the vehicle in vertical position, with aCAUTION The engine oil level must be checked with warm engine. If the check is carried out with cold engine, the oil level may temporarily lower below the "MIN" mark. This is not a problem, provided that the engine oil pressure warning light LED "." does not come on, see p. 16 (INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS TABLE). To warm the engine and have the engine oil reach the operating temperature, do not let the engine idle with the vehicle at rest. According to the correct procedure, it is advisable to carry out the check after a trip of after covering approximately 15 km (10 mi) on a road outside town (this is sufficient for the engine oil to reach the operating temperature). the two wheels resting on the ground. x Check the oil level in the transparent pipe (1) through the appropriate slot provided on the left fairing. MAX = maximum level MIN = minimum level. The difference between "MAX" and "MIN" amounts to approximately 500 cm#. x The level is correct when the oil almost reaches the "MAX" mark. If necessary, top up the engine oil by proceeding as follows: x Unscrew and remove the screw (2). x Remove the cover (3). x Unscrew and remove the filling cap (4). aCAUTION Do not put additives or other substances into the oil. If you use a funnel or other similar items, make sure that they are perfectly clean. NOTE aCAUTION Never exceed the "MAX" mark, nor leave the oil below the "MIN" mark, in order to avoid serious damage to the engine. NOTE Use high-quality 15W ­ 50 oil, see p. 109 (LUBRICANT CHART). x Top up the tank and restore the correct level, see p. 109 (LUBRICANT CHART). use and maintenance RST mille Futura 63 #(!.').' 4(% %.').% /), !.$ 4(% /), &),4%2 aCAUTION The engine oil and the oil filter change operations may be difficult for unskilled operators. If necessary, contact your APRILIA Official Dealer. If you want to perform these operations personally, keep to the following instructions. Carefully read p. 41 (ENGINE OIL) and p. 58 (MAINTENANCE). Periodically check the engine oil level, see p. 63 (CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL AND TOPPING UP) change the oil after the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 7500 km (4687 mi) or 12 months. aWARNING Before carrying out the following operations, let the engine and the silencer cool down until they reach room temperature, in order to avoid burns. To change, proceed as follows: x Remove the left fairing, see p. 77 (REMOVE THE LEFT FAIRING). x Remove the left lower fairing, see p. 77 (REMOVING THE LEFT LOWER FAIRING). x Position a container (1) with more than 4000 cm# capacity in correspondence with the drain plug (2) positioned on the tank. x Unscrew and remove the drain plug (2) positioned on the tank. x Unscrew and remove the filling cap (3). x Drain the oil and let it drip into the con- tainer (1) for a few minutes. x Check and if necessary replace the seal- aCAUTION In case of use on racetracks, change every 3750 km (2343 mi). If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, change the oil more frequently. ing washer of the drain plug (2) positioned on the tank. x Screw and tighten the drain plug (2) on the tank. Drain plug (2) driving torque: 15 Nm (1.5 Kgm). x Move the container (1) and position it under the engine base, in correspondence with the drain plug positioned on the engine (4). x Unscrew and remove the drain plug positioned on the engine (4). x Drain the oil and let it drip into the container (1) for a few minutes. 64 use and maintenance RST mille Futura aCAUTION Do not dispose of the oil in the environment. Put it in a sealed container and take it to the filling station where you usually buy it or to an oil salvage center. x Remove the metal residues from the drain plug (4) magnet. x Screw and tighten the drain plug (4). Driving torque of the drain plug (4) positioned on the engine: 12 Nm (1.2 kgm). x Clean the parts dirty with oil with a cloth. CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL FILTER Change the engine oil filter after the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 7500 km (4687 mi) or 12 months (on each engine oil change). x Unscrew the two screws (5) and remove the cover (6). x Remove the engine oil filter (7). CLEANING THE ENGINE OIL FILTER ON THE TANK Clean the engine oil filter (9) on the tank after the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 15000 km (9375 mi) (or every two engine oil changes). NOTE Prepare a screwdriver-type pipe clamp (10) to replace the original one (special type). the pipe (12). aCAUTION Do not use filters that have already been used. x Spread an oil film on the sealing ring (8) x Loosen the clamp (11) and disconnect x Unscrew the engine oil filter (9) posi- tioned on the tank. of the new engine oil filter. x Fit the new engine oil filter. x Put back the cover (6), screw and tighten NOTE To withdraw the engine oil filter it is necessary to remove the engine oil tank partially. the two screws (5). use and maintenance RST mille Futura 65 x Unscrew and remove the two screws (13). x Partially remove the engine oil tank (14) towards the outside. x Pull the engine oil filter (9) and clean it with a jet of compressed air. aCAUTION Do not put additives or other substances into the oil. If you use a funnel or other similar items, make sure that they are perfectly clean. x Check the oil level and top up if neces- sary, see p. 63 (CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL AND TOPPING UP). !)2 #,%!.%2 Check the air cleaner every 7500 km (4687 mi) or 12 months, change it every 15000 km (9375 mi) or more frequently if the vehicle is used on dusty or wet roads. It is possible to clean the air cleaner partially after using the vehicle on this kind of roads. aCAUTION Upon reassembly, make sure that the coupling (15) of the engine oil filter (9) is directed towards the outside. The pipe (12) must not be in contact with the drain compensator (16). x Check the seal of the engine oil filter (9) NOTE Use high-quality 15W ­ 50 oil, see p. 109 (LUBRICANT CHART). x Pour about 3500 cm# of engine oil positioned on the tank; screw and tighten it. Engine oil filter (9) driving torque: 30 Nm (3.0 kgm). x Screw the two screws (13). x Connect the pipe (12) and tighten the new clamp (10). through the filling opening (17), see p. 109 (LUBRICANT CHART). x Tighten the filling cap (3). x Put back the left lower fairing, see p. 77 (REMOVING THE LEFT LOWER FAIRING). x Put back the left fairing, see p. 77 (REMOVE THE LEFT FAIRING). x Start the engine, see p. 48 (STARTING) and let it idle for about one minute, in order to ensure the filling up of the engine oil circuit. aCAUTION The partial cleaning of the filter does not exclude or postpone the replacement of the filter itself. Do not start the engine if the air cleaner has been removed. Do not clean the filtering element with petrol or solvents, since they may cause a fire in the fuel supply system, with serious danger for the persons in the vicinity and for the vehicle. 66 use and maintenance RST mille Futura DO NOT DISPOSE OF POLLUTING SUBSTANCES OR COMPONENTS IN THE ENVIRONMENT. x Every 7500 km (4687 mi), remove the plug (1), empty its content into a container and deliver it to a salvage centre. REMOVAL x Lift the fuel tank, see p. 76 (LIFTING THE FUEL TANK) x Unscrew and remove the seven screws (2) that fasten the filter case cover (3). x Remove the filter case cover (3). x Extract the air cleaner (4). x Check the conditions of the gasket (5) PARTIAL CLEANING CHANGING and change it if it is damaged. aCAUTION Do not press or strike the metal net of the air cleaner (4). Do not use screwdrivers or alike. x Seize the air cleaner (4) vertically and aCAUTION Do not use filters that have already been used. x Replace the air cleaner (4) with a new aCAUTION Plug the opening with a clean cloth, in order to prevent any foreign matter to get ito the suction ducts. Upon reassembly, before positioning the filter case cover (3), make sure that you have not left the cloth or other objects inside the filter case (6). Make sure that the filtering element is positioned correctly, in such a way as to prevent non-filtered air from entering. Remember that the untimely wear of the piston segments and the cylinder may be caused by a faulty or uncorrectly positioned filtering element. one of the same type. strike it more than once on a clean surface. x If necessary, clean the air cleaner (4) with a compressed air jet (directing it from the inside towards the outside of the filter). aCAUTION When cleaning the filtering element, make sure that there are no tears. Otherwise, change the filtering element. x Clean the outer part of the air cleaner (4) with a clean cloth. use and maintenance RST mille Futura 67 0/3)4)/.).' 4(% 6%()#,% /. 4(% &2/.4 3500/24 34!.$ m x Position the vehicle on the centre stand, &2/.4 7(%%, aCAUTION The disassembly and reassembly of the front wheel may be difficult for unskilled operators. If necessary, contact your APRILIA Official Dealer. If you want to perform these operations personally, keep to the following instructions. Carefully read p. 58 (MAINTENANCE). While disassembling and reassembling the wheel, be careful not to damage the brake pipes, the discs and the pads. Check the conditions of the wheel rim and change it if it is damaged. DISASSEMBLY x Remove the front brake calipers, see p. see p. 56 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND). x Insert the two ends of the stand (1) in the two holes (2) positioned on the lower ends of the front fork. x Rest one foot on the front part of the stand (3). x Push the stand (3) downwards until it reaches the end of its stroke. 71 (FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS). x Put a support (4) under the tyre, in such a way as to keep the wheel in its position after loosening it. aCAUTION Make sure that the vehicle is stable. x Have someone keep the handlebar steady in running position, so that the steering is locked. aWARNING Riding with damaged rims may be dangerous for the rider, other persons and the vehicle. Wheel nut (5) driving torque: 80 Nm (8 kgm). x Loosen and remove the wheel nut (5), taking the washer (6). Wheel pin clamp screw driving torque: 22 Nm (2.2 kgm). 68 use and maintenance RST mille Futura 4 x Partially unscrew the two wheel pin REASSEMBLY x Spread a film of lubricating grease on the clamp screws (7) (right side). x Partially unscrew the two wheel pin clamp screws (8) (left side). must be visible on the left side of the vehicle. x Position the wheel between the fork rods whole length of the wheel pin (11), see p. 109 (LUBRICANT CHART). NOTE Take notice of the position of the left (9) and right spacer (10), in order to be able to reassemble them correctly. on the support (4). aCAUTION While reassembling the wheel, be careful not to damage the brake pipes, discs and pads. aWARNING Danger of injury. Do not introduce your fingers to align the holes. x Move the wheel until its central hole and NOTE To facilitate the extraction of the wheel pin, slightly raise the wheel. x Push the wheel pin (11), by carefully act- NOTE Carry out the operation described below only if the right spacer (10) has come off its seat. x Insert the spacer ring (10) with its longer the holes on the fork are aligned. x Introduce the wheel pin (11) completely ing on the threaded end and using a rubber hammer if necessary. x Support the front wheel and manually withdraw the wheel pin (11). x Remove the wheel by withdrawing it from the front. from the left side. diameter towards the outside of the vehicle. NOTE Make sure that the wheel pin (11) is completely inserted. x Position the washer (6) and tighten the NOTE The left (9) and right (10) spacers remain positioned in the respective seats in the wheel; if they should come off or be removed, take care to put them back correctly (see REASSEMBLY). aCAUTION The arrow on the wheel hub indicates the direction of rotation. Upon reassembly, make sure that the wheel is positioned correctly: the arrow wheel nut (5) manually.