User manual APRILIA ATLANTIC 500

ATLANTIC 500 use+maintenancebook aprilia part# 8104589 © 2002 aprilia s.p.a. - Noale (VE) SAFETY INFORMATION The following conventions are used to identify safety information throughout the manual. This symbol identifies safety-related information. Whenever you see this symbol in the manual or attached to the vehicle, use utmost care to avoid the risk of injury. Disregarding the instructions identified by this symbol may put your safety, as well as that of other persons or of the vehicle at risk! TECHNICAL INFORMATION Any operations preceded by this symbol must be repeated on the opposite side of the vehicle. Unless expressly specified otherwise, assembly is a reversal of the dismantling procedure. The terms "left" and "right" are referred to the motorcycle when viewed from the riding position. First edition: November 2002 Reprint: WARNING Disregarding these indications may lead to severe injury or death. WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS GENERAL ADVICE Before starting the engine, carefully read this manual paying special attention to section "SAFE RIDING". Your safety and that of other road users depends as much on your ability to respond to other traffic and unexpected occurrences as on your familiarity with your vehicle, the vehicle's efficiency and your knowledge of basic "SAFE RIDING" techniques. Becoming familiar with your vehicle is the key to deal with traffic effectively and safely. CAUTION Produced and printed by: DECA s.n.c. Via Risorgimento, 23/1 - Lugo (RA) - Italia Tel. +39 - 0545 35235 Fax +39 - 0545 32844 E-mail: deca@decaweb.it www.decaweb.it On behalf of: aprilia s.p.a. via G. Galilei, 1 - 30033 Noale (VE) - Italy Tel. +39 - (0)41 58 29 111 Fax +39 - (0)41 44 10 54 www.aprilia.com Disregarding these indications may lead to minor injury or vehicle damage. NOTE The term "Note" in this manual precedes important information or instructions. 2 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 NOTE This manual forms an integral part of the vehicle and must remain with the vehicle, even if the vehicle is re-sold. The information contained in this manual was correct and up-to-date at the time of going to print. However, minor discrepancies between manual specifications and your vehicle are possible as a result of aprilia's ongoing efforts to improve product design. Please refer to your aprilia Official Dealer for any doubts about the information contained in this manual. For inspections and repairs not expressly described in this manual, to purchase of aprilia genuine spare parts, accessories and other products, or simply for technical advice on specific matters, contact aprilia Official Dealers and Service Centres only for guaranteed prompt, quality service. Thank you for choosing aprilia. Enjoy your ride! All rights to electronic storage, reproduction and total or partial adaptation, with any means, reserved in all Countries. Owners who use their vehicles in these countries must: ­ Have affected components replaced with those having country-specific approval at an aprilia Official Dealer and ­ Have the vehicle tested at the required intervals. Throughout the manual, the following symbols are used to identify the different versions: Automatic light switching version (Automatic Switch-on Device) Option NOTE After purchase, please report the identification data indicated on the SPARE PARTS IDENTIFICATION LABEL in the table here below. The label is attached to the lefthand frame member. Remove the left inspection cover to give access to the label, see pag. 53 (REMOVING THE RIGHT AND LEFT INSPECTION COVERS). VERSION: Italy United Kingdom Austria Portugal Finland Belgium Germany France Spain Greece Holland Singapore Slovenia Israel South Korea Malaysia Chile Croatia Australia United States of America Brazil South Africa New Zealand Canada NOTE Emission and noise standards in force in some countries require periodical testing. Identification data are: ­ YEAR = year of manufacture (Y,1,2,...); ­ I.M.= engineering change index (A,B,C,...); ­ COUNTRY CODES = country for which the vehicle is approved (I,UK,A,...). You will be asked to provide this information when purchasing spare parts or model-specific accessories from aprilia Official Dealers. Switzerland Denmark Japan use and maintenance Atlantic 500 3 GENERAL INDEX SAFETY INFORMATION .............................. 2 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ........................ 2 WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS GENERAL ADVICE ........................................ 2 GENERAL INDEX ......................................... 4 SAFE RIDING ............................................... 5 BASIC SAFETY RULES ................................ 6 CLOTHING ................................................... 9 ACCESSORIES ........................................... 10 LOAD .......................................................... 10 ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN ELEMENTS ........ 12 ARRANGEMENT OF THE CONTROLS / INSTRUMENTS - KEY ...................................... 14 INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS .......... 14 INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS TABLE ......... 15 KEY CONTROLS ........................................ 17 CONTROLS ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR ....................... 17 CONTROLS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR .............................................. 18 IGNITION SWITCH ..................................... 19 STEERING LOCK ....................................... 19 DIGITAL CLOCK/DATE LIQUID CRISTAL ....... DISPLAY ...................................................... 20 MULTIFUNCTION LIQUID CRISTAL DISPLAY ...................................................... 21 DIGITAL ODOMETER ................................. 22 TOOL KIT .................................................... 23 UNLOCKING/LOCKING THE SADDLE ....... 23 GLOVE COMPARTMENT ........................... 23 SMALL STORAGE COMPARTMENT ......... 24 BAG HOOK ................................................. 24 HELMET HOOK .......................................... 24 MAIN COMPONENTS ....................................... 25 FUEL ........................................................... 25 LUBRICANTS ............................................. 26 BRAKE FLUID - Recommendations ............. 27 DISC BRAKES ............................................ 27 CHECKING BRAKE FLUID LEVEL ............. 28 COOLANT ................................................... 29 CHECKING AND TOPPING UP .................. 30 TYRES ........................................................ 31 MUFFLER/EXHAUST SILENCER .............. 32 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ............................... 33 PRE-RIDE CHECKS CHART ..................... 33 STARTING .................................................. 34 MOVING OFF - RIDING ............................. 36 RUNNING-IN .............................................. 38 STOPPING .................................................. 38 PLACING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND ........ 39 SUGGESTIONS TO AVOID THEFT ............ 39 MAINTENANCE ................................................ 40 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART .......... 41 IDENTIFICATION DATA .............................. 43 FRAME NUMBER ...................................... 43 ENGINE NUMBER ...................................... 43 CHECKING AND TOPPING UP ENGINE OIL LEVEL .......................................................... 44 CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND THE ENGINE OIL FILTER .................. 45 CHECKING AND TOPPING UP TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL ................. 45 CHANGING TRANSMISSION OIL .............. 46 AIR CLEANER ............................................ 47 CHECKING THE BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR ................................................ 48 CHECKING THE STAND ............................ 50 CHECKING THE SWITCHES ..................... 50 CHECKING THE FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION .................................. 50 REAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT ........ 51 CHECKING THE STEERING ...................... 51 CHECKING ENGINE PIVOT SHAFT .......... 52 REMOVING THE RIGHT AND LEFT INSPECTION COVERS .............................. 53 REMOVING THE FRONT FAIRING ............ 53 REMOVING THE REARVIEW MIRRORS ......................................... 54 REMOVING THE FRONT COVER ............. 54 THROTTLE TWISTGRIP ADJUSTMENT ... 55 SPARK PLUG .............................................. 56 REMOVING THE BATTERY COVER .......... CHECKING AND CLEANING THE BATTERY LEAD CONNECTIONS AND TERMINALS ....... REMOVING THE BATTERY ....................... CHECKING BATTERY FLUID LEVEL ......... CHARGING THE BATTERY ....................... INSTALLING THE BATTERY ....................... REPLACING THE FUSES ........................... ARRANGEMENT OF AUXILIARY FUSES (FRONT COVER) .......................... ARRANGEMENT OF MAIN FUSES (BATTERY COMPARTMENT) .................... VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE HEADLIGHT BEAM ....................... HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE HEADLIGHT BEAM ....................... BULBS ......................................................... REPLACING THE BULBS OF THE FRONT DIRECTION INDICATORS ............ REPLACING THE HEADLIGHT BULBS ...... LOW BEAM BULBS ..................................... HIGH BEAM BULBS .................................... PARKING LIGHT BULBS ............................. REPLACING THE TAIL LIGHT BULBS ........ REPLACING THE NUMBER PLATE BULB . REPLACING THE HELMET COMPARTMENT LIGHT BULB .................. CHANGING THE THIRD STOP BULBS ..... TRANSPORT .................................................... DRAINING THE FUEL TANK ...................... CLEANING ........................................................ LONG INACTIVITY ...................................... TECHNICAL DATA ........................................... LUBRICANT CHART .................................. WIRING DIAGRAM - Atlantic 500 ................ BATTERY BATTER HYDROGEN GAS TTERY BATTERY.................................................... 57 LONG INACTIVITY OF THE ELECTROLYTE AND ELECTROLYTE BATTERY ............ 57 58 58 58 59 59 59 60 60 61 61 62 62 62 63 63 64 64 64 65 66 66 67 67 68 69 70 74 78 4 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 safe riding BASIC SAFETY RULES To ride a motorcycle, you must satisfy certain legal requirements (driving licence, minimum age, health conditions and fitness, insurance cover, state taxes, vehicle registration, number plate, etc.). Practice riding in areas away from traffic or on private ground until you become familiar the vehicle and its controls. Alcohol, drugs, psychotropic substances and some medicines may affect your riding leading to an accident. Do not ride when you feel unwell, distracted, tired or drowsy. Most road accidents are caused by inexperienced riders. NEVER lend the vehicle to beginners or anyone unless you are sure they meet the requirements. 6 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 Observe all road signs as well as national and local road regulations. Avoid sudden manoeuvres that put your safety and that of other persons at risk (for example: rearing up on the back wheel, speeding, etc.). Adjust your speed and riding to road surface conditions, visibility, etc. Avoid obstacles that could damage the vehicle or make you lose control. Avoid riding in the slipstream created by preceding vehicles in order to increase your speed. Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footrest platform (or on the footrests), in the correct posture. Do not stand up or stretch your limbs while riding. use and maintenance Atlantic 500 7 OIL COOLER Keep your eyes on the road and pay close attention to other traffic. Do not smoke, eat, drink or read while riding. Use only the recommended fuels and lubricants specified in the "LUBRICANT CHART". Make it a rule to check oil, fuel and coolant levels frequently. If the vehicle has been involved in an accident or has fallen over, check the control levers, pipes, wires, braking systems and critical parts for damage. If necessary, have the vehicle inspected by an aprilia Official Dealer. Special attention should be paid to frame, handlebars, suspension, safety parts and all the devices that you are not able to inspect yourself. Report any malfunction to help mechanics in their work. Never use the vehicle when the amount of damage makes it unsafe to ride. 8 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 ONLY ORIGINALS A12 345 Do not change the position, inclination or colour of: number plate, direction indicators, lights and horns. Any such changes to the vehicle will invalidate the guarantee. Making changes to the vehicle and/or removing original components can compromise vehicle performance and safety or make it illegal to ride. Observe all law regulations and national and local regulations applicable to vehicle equipment. In particular, avoid any changes apt to upgrade vehicle performance or alter its original specifications. Racing on public roads is prohibited by the law. Do not ride off the road. CLOTHING Always wear an approved safety helmet and fasten it securely. The helmet must not be damaged, must fit correctly and the visor must be clean. Wear protective clothing. To ensure you are easily seen, choose bright colours. Clothing with reflective strips is also very effective. Protective clothing protects you in the event of a fall and helps other road users to see you, reducing the risk of an accident. Wear close-fitting clothing, fastened at the wrists and ankles. Loose clothing or items, such as strings, belts or neckties may impair your movements while riding or become tangled in the wheels or other moving parts. use and maintenance Atlantic 500 9 Do not keep any pointed or sharp objects, such as keys, pens, glass items, etc. in your pockets. They might cause injury in the event of a fall. Do not allow your passenger to keep such objects. ACCESSORIES The owner of the vehicle is responsible for the choice, installation and use of any accessory. Ensure that any accessory you install is does not cover the horn or the lights or impair their operation, be in the way of suspension travel or steering angle, impair the operation of the vehicle controls, reduce ground clearance or lean-in angle. Do not install accessories that hinder access to the vehicle controls, lengthening your response time in an emergency. Large fairings and windshields affect vehicle aerodynamics and stability, especially at high speed. After installing any accessory, make sure it is firmly secured to the vehicle and does not create a hazard when riding. Do not add any electrical devices or modify those fitted to your vehicle. Overloading might kill the engine unexpectedly while riding or a power shortage might render the horn and lights inoperative. Use only genuine aprilia accessories. LOAD Be careful when loading your luggage. Place your luggage as close as possible to the centre of gravity of the vehicle and ensure the load is distributed evenly to avoid imbalance. Make sure the load is firmly secured to the vehicle, especially during a long trip. 10 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 KG! Do not hang bulky, heavy and/or dangerous objects on the handlebars, mudguards and forks. This might slow down steering response and adversely affect handling. Do not secure bulky luggage to the sides of the vehicle, which could hit persons or object while riding and make you lose control of the vehicle. Do not carry luggage unless it is firmly secured to the vehicle. Luggage should not protrude exceedingly over the luggage rack or cover the lights, horn or indicators. Do not carry animals or children on the glove compartment or on the luggage rack. Do not exceed the maximum load allowed. Excess load will make the vehicle unstable and affect steering. ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN use and maintenance Atlantic 500 11 ELEMENTS 3 4 2 1 5 6 7 13 KEY 1) Expansion tank 2) Coolant expansion tank plug 3) Rear brake fluid reservoir 4) Bag hook 5) Helmet hook 6) Air cleaner 12 11 10 9 8 7) Crash helmet compartment 8) Converter air cleaner cover 9) Centre stand 10) Passenger left footrest 11) Side stand 12) Spark plug 13) Left inspection cover 12 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 13 12 11 KEY 1) Battery 2) Main fuse carrier 3) Passenger grab rail 4) Fuel tank 5) Fuel tank filler cap 6) Fuel tank filler cap flag 7) Front brake fluid reservoir 8) Ignition switch/steering lock/seat lock 9) Horn 10) Auxiliary fuse carrier 11) Right inspection cover 12) Passenger right footrest 13) Engine oil level / filler plug ANORDNUNG DER use and maintenance Atlantic 500 13 ARRANGEMENT OF THE CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS 4 6 21 10 3 6 2 17 1 15 16 4 5 13 14 11 8 ABS 7 2 1 9 8 7 5 12 9 10 20 18 3 19 ARRANGEMENTOFTHECONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS­KEY 1) Electric controls on the left side of the handlebar 2) Front and rear brake lever (integral braking system) 3) Left rear-view mirror 4) Instruments and indicators 5) Right rear-view mirror 6) Front brake lever 7) Throttle twistgrip 8) Electric controls on the right side of the handlebar -) 9) Ignition switch / steering lock ( ). 10) loudspeakers protective grid ( INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS ­ KEY ) 1) Red engine oil pressure light ( 2) Green left turn indicator light ( ) 3) Digital odometer 4) Speedometer 5) Green right turn indicator light ( ) ) 6) Blue high beam light ( 7) Amber low fuel light ( ) 8) Fuel level indicator ( ) 9) Digital clock function and setting buttons 10) Digital clock 11) Coolant temperature indicator ( ) 12) Red coolant high temperature light ( ) 13) Green low beam light ( ) ) 14) Parking brake light ( ) 15) Amber side stand down light ( 16) "EFI" warning light 17) Rev counter 18) LCD display 19) 3 display function selection, and 18 and 3 resetting ) (for versions with ABS only) 20) Red ABS light ( ) 21) Red anti-theft (IMMOBILIZER) light ( 14 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS TABLE CAUTION Description When the key is turned to ON " ", all warning lights, the dashboard lights and the segments of the three displays come on for an instrumentation check-up and go out after three seconds. Function Blinks when the right direction indicator is on. Blinks when the left direction indicator is on. Comes on briefly each time the ignition switch is set to " " with the engine stopped. Doubles as LED test light. The light must go out as soon as engine is fired. If the light comes on during the normal engine operation, it CAUTION means that engine oil pressure in the circuit is too low. Stop the engine immediately and contact an aprilia Official Dealer. Right indicator repeater light ( ) Left indicator repeater light ( ) Engine oil pressure light ( ) Digital odometer Speedometer High beam light ( Low fuel light ( ) Fuel level indicator ( ) ) Gives total distance covered in kilometres, TRIP1 and TRIP2 (see page 22). Gives road speed Comes on when the high beam is on or when you flash the high beam (PASSING). Comes on when there are about 4 litres of fuel left in the tank. Indicates approximate fuel level in the tank. When the pointer reaches the red area, it means that the quantity of fuel left in the tank is about 4 litres. Refuel as soon as possible, see page 25 (FUEL). Hour and date display, see page 20 (DIGITAL CLOCK/DATE DISPLAY). ) Blinks when the engine is off as a deterrent to prevent theft. Indicates that the anti-theft system is operating. (where fitted). Indicates that the hand brake is pulled. Release brake before start. Digital clock Anti-theft device (immobilizer) light ( Parking brake light CAUTION use and maintenance Atlantic 500 15 Description ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) ( ) Function (where fitted). Anti-lock braking system check-up. Comes on in the event of a malfunction. If the light comes on during normal engine operation, it means CAUTION that there is a failure in the anti-locking system. Stop the engine immediately and contact an aprilia Official Dealer. Indicates the approximate temperature of coolant in the engine. When the pointer begins to move away from the "Min" level, the engine is warm enough to rride. The central portion of the scale corresponds to normal running temperature range. If the pointer reaches the red area or the warning light comes on, stop the engine and check coolant level, see page 29 (COOLANT). Exceeding the maximum temperature allowed (red "Max" area CAUTION of the scale) may lead to severe engine damage. It comes on when the coolant temperature pointer reaches the red area. Immediately stop the engine and check coolant level, see page 29 (COOLANT). Exceeding the max. temperature allowed for a long period CAUTION may lead to severe engine damage. Comes on when the low beam is on. Comes on when the side stand is down. When the side stand is down, the warning light comes on and CAUTION engine starting is inhibited. Comes on, for about three seconds, whenever the ignition switch is set to " " with the engine stopped, thus testing the injection system operation. The light must go out as soon as engine is fired. If the light comes one during the normal engine operation, it CAUTION means that the fuel electronic injection system is not working properly. Stop the engine immediately and contact an aprilia Official Dealer. Indicates the number of engine revolutions. External temperature, max. speed, average speed, battery voltage, average fuel consumption after the last "RESET", chronometer and kilometers till next scheduled service are displayed. See page 21 (LCD MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY). High Coolant temperature indicator ( ) Coolant high temperature light ( ) Low beam light ( Side stand light ( ) ) Electronic fuel injection control light (EFI) Rev counter LCD multifunction display 16 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 KEY CONTROLS CONTROLS ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR NOTE The electric components work only when the ignition switch is in position " ". 1) HORN BUTTON ( ) Press it to operate the horn. 2) DIRECTION INDICATOR SWITCH ( ) Move the switch to the left in order to signal your intention to turn left; move the switch to the right to signal a right turn. Press the switch at the centre in to cancel the signal. The indicators are self-cancelling and turn off automatically after 40 seconds or after the vehicle has covered 500 m. The selfcancelling feature only operates when the vehicle is in motion. 3) DIMMER SWITCH ( - ) / HIGH BEAM FLASHER (PASSING ) Set the dimmer switch to " ", to turn on the low beam, set it to ) to turn on the high beam. Push the dimmer switch to position "PASSING beam. " to flash the high 2 3 5 PASSING MODE 1 4 NOTE Release the switch to stop the flasher. 4) MODE BUTTON (MODE) Press it repeatedly to select the various indications provided by the multifunction display. ) 5) HAZARD BUTTON ( OPERATION Press the button to activate the emergency stop blinker. When the blinker is on, it is possible to turn the ignition switch to ( ) and extract the key. DEACTIVATION Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to position " press the HAZARD button again to turn off the blinker. ", use and maintenance Atlantic 500 17 CAUTION 1 Leaving the ignition switch in position " " when the engine is stopped may flatten the battery. After stopping the vehicle, stop the engine and then turn the ignition switch to position " ". 2) STARTER BUTTON ( ) When pressed, the starter button " ", turns the engine over. See page 34 (STARTING) for starting procedure. DEACTIVATION When the key is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to " the device is automatically disconnected. 2 ", CONTROLS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR NOTE The electric components work only when the ignition switch is in position " ". 1) ENGINE KILL SWITCH ( ) WARNING Do not operate the engine kill switch " " while riding. ", This is a safety or emergency switch. When it is in position " the engine can be started. When set to position " the engine. ", it will stop 18 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 1 2 Position Function Key removal P ZADI PUSH PU SH The steering is locked. It is not possible to Steering lock start the engine or switch on the lights Neither the engine nor the lights can be operated. It is possible to remove the key ZADI IGNITION SWITCH The ignition switch (1) is positioned on the right side, near the steering tube. STEERING LOCK WARNING Never turn the key to position " " while riding or you might lose control of the vehicle. OPERATION To lock the steering: Turn the handlebar fully to the left. Turn the key (2) to position " ". Extract the key. To open the compartments: Push in the key (2) and turn it clockwise to open the small storage compartment. Push in the key (2) and turn it anticlockwise to release/lock the saddle and access the compartment under the saddle. It is possible to remove the key. NOTE The key (2) operates the ignition switch /steering lock, the saddle lock and the glove compartment flap. Two keys are delivered along with the vehicle (one spare key). The engine and the lights can be operated. It is not possible to remove the key. NOTE vehicle. Do not keep the spare key on the use and maintenance Atlantic 500 19 Setting the clock: Setting the date: 1 NOTE The clock must be set with the engine stopped, the vehicle at standstill and the direction indicators off. ABS 2 3 DIGITAL CLOCK/DATE LIQUID CRISTAL DISPLAY NOTE The Displays only operate when the ignition switch is set to " ". Display functions (1): Normal display: hours and minutes. Date display: press the key SET (3), the month and the day are displayed for less than five seconds. Press the key W (2) for more than three seconds to enter the clock setting mode (only when the time is displayed). Press or hold down the key SET (3) until setting the correct time. Press the key W (2) to confirm the time setting. The clock switches to minutes setting automatically. Press or hold down the key SET (3) until setting the minutes. Press the key W (2) to confirm the minutes setting. The clock setting procedure is finished and the clock returns to normal operation. Press the key W (2) for more than three seconds to enter the date setting mode (only when the date is displayed). Press or hold down the key SET (3) until setting the day. Press the key W (2) to confirm the day setting. The display switches automatically to month setting. Press or hold down the key SET (3) until setting the month. Press the key W (2) to confirm the month setting. The date setting procedure is finished and the date display returns to normal operation. WARNING Clock and date display may only be set when the engine is stopped, the vehicle is at standstill and the direction indicators are off. 20 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 Press the MODE button repeatedly to select in the order: 2 5 6 7 8 9 10 External temperature in ° C MODE °C °F CEV mph SERVICE ZADI AVG V BATT Km/h Km/l Vmax PU SH LAP 11 12 4 1 MULTIFUNCTION LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY When the ignition key (1) is set to " ", all segments of the multifunction display come on (this is a test of all components). The display resumes the last function set after the vehicle was stopped. Maximum speed (Vmax) + kph or mph MODE Average speed AVG (kph or mph) MODE Battery charge (Vbatt) MODE Fuel consumption (km/l or mi/Gal.) MODE Lap timer (LAP) MODE Kilometres till next service (SERVICE) MODE 3 13 CAUTION After the first 1000 kilometres and every 6000 kilometres afterwards, a SERVICE warning is displayed. When you see this message, contact an aprilia Official Dealer to have the vehicle serviced as specified in the periodic maintenance chart, see page 41 (PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART). The different functions are selected and displayed by pressing the MODE button (2) placed on left side of the handlebar. The segments of the multifunction display are: Lap timer indicator (3), service term icon (4), average mph speed icon (5), average speed (6), battery charge icon (7), average kph speed icon (8) (the same icon is used for "consumption" indication expressed in Km/ l), consumption expressed in mi/Gal. (used on versions ( ) only) (9), maximum speed icon (10), icon of the external temperature expressed in Celsius degrees (° C) (11), icon of the external temperature expressed in Fahrenheit degrees (° F) (12), six-digit reading of the set functions identified by the corresponding icons (13). use and maintenance Atlantic 500 21 Press the TRIP key repeatedly to access in the order: 3 ZADI PU SH Odometer (ODO) TRIP 4 7 5 6 Trip meter 1 TRIP Trip meter 2 TRIP ODO TRIP 1 TRIP 2 1 2 DIGITAL ODOMETER RESETTING AVERAGE AND MAXIMUM SPEED, FUEL CONSUMPTION AND LAPTIMER RESETTING TRIP 1 AND TRIP 2 NOTE These indications may only be reset when the odometer is displayed on the right digital display. Press the TRIP key (1) for more than three seconds. NOTE The displays only operate when the ignition switch is set to " ". When the ignition key (3) is set to " " , all segments of the display come on to test components for proper operation. The initial display shows the odometer. The segments of the Display are: Odometer display icon (4), TRIP 1 display icon (5), TRIP 2 display icon (6), and fivedigit reading of selected indication (7). Press the TRIP key (1) for more than three seconds when the TRIP meter you wish to reset is displayed. NOTE The displayed function will be reset. LAP TIMER START/STOP AND RESET NOTE These indications may only be reset when the odometer is displayed on the right digital display. START/STOP: Press the MODE key for more than three seconds. RESET: Press the TRIP key (1) for more than three seconds only when the lap timer is stopped. NOTE The function displayed currently will be reset. 22 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 3 1 7 8 6 4 ZADI PU SH 2 5 aprilia TOOL KIT The tool kit (1) is fixed inside the helmet compartment under the saddle. To reach it: Raise the saddle, see page 23 (UNLOCKING / LOCKING THE SADDLE). The tool kit includes: ­ 4 mm Allen wrench; ­ Double head/flat-blade screwdriver; ­ handgrip for screwdriver; ­ 3 mm Allen wrench; ­ 16x70 mm socket wrench with hexagon ring; ­ 13 mm combination wrench; ­ spanner wrench with square snug; ­ tool bag. UNLOCKING/LOCKING THE SADDLE GLOVE COMPARTMENT The glove compartment can accommodate bulky objects when you leave your bike unattended. Insert the key (5) into the ignition switch (6). Press and turn the key clockwise. The compartment flap (7) will open. A 12V power socket (8) is fitted inside the glove compartment. The power socket can be used to recharge small appliances rated up to 180 W (mobile phone, inspection lamp, etc.). Insert the key (2) into the saddle lock (3). Press and turn the key (2) anticlockwise. The pneumatic piston keeps the saddle raised (4) and the light inside the saddle compartment comes on. To lock the saddle, lower it and then press down (without exerting too much pressure) until the lock becomes engaged. WARNING Make sure the saddle is locked securely before riding. CAUTION Prolonged use of the power socket with the engine stopped may flatten the battery. use and maintenance Atlantic 500 23 1 3 2 SMALL STORAGE COMPARTMENT BAG HOOK HELMET HOOK Push on the top section of the door (1). The door clicks open to give access to the compartment. To close the door, push gently until hearing an audible click. WARNING Do not hang heavy or bulky bags on the hook, or this might adversely affect manoeuvrability and impair foot movement. The bag hook (2) is mounted to the inner shield at the front end. Maximum load allowed: 1.5 kg The helmet hook (3) is located under the saddle, on vehicle left side: to gain access to this part, raise the saddle as described in "UNLOCKING/LOCKING THE SADDLE" (page 23). Hook helmet and lower saddle. WARNING Use helmet hook when the vehicle is not running. Never leave helmets hooked when riding the vehicle. 24 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 MAIN COMPONENTS FUEL WARNING The fuel used to operate engines is highly flammable and becomes explosive under particular conditions. Refuelling and engine service should take place in a wellventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke when refuelling or in the proximity of sources of fuel vapours. Avoid contact with open flames, sources of sparks or any other source which may ignite the fuel or lead to explosion. Take care not to spill fuel out of the filler, or it may ignite when in contact with hot engine parts. In the event of accidental fuel spillage, make sure the affected area is fully dry before starting the engine. Fuel expands from heat and when left under direct sunlight. Never fill the fuel tank up to the rim. Tighten the filler cap securely after each refuelling. Avoid contact with skin. Do not inhale vapours. Do not swallow fuel. Do not transfer fuel between different containers using a hose. 1 3 2 DO NOT RELEASE FUEL INTO THE ENVIRONMENT. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. Use only premium-grade unleaded fuel with a minimum octane rating of 91 (RON) and 81 (MON). TANK CAPACITY (reserve included): ­ 16.5 ! FUEL RESERVE : ­ 4! To reach the filler cap: Insert the key (1) into the lock (2) of the filler cap flap, which is positioned between the footrest platforms. Turn the key clockwise and pull to open the flap. Unscrew the filler cap (3). use and maintenance Atlantic 500 25 LUBRICANTS ENGINE OIL Check engine oil level every 3000 km (1875 miles), see page 44 (CHECKING AND TOPPING UP OIL LEVEL). WARNING Prolonged or repeated contact with oil may cause severe skin damage. Wash your hands thoroughly after handling oil. Wear latex gloves during servicing. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. DO NOT RELEASE INTOTHE ENVIRONMENT. NOTE Use oil meeting 5/W 40 specifications, see page 74 (LUBRICANT CHART). CAUTION Do not overfill (top up beyond the "Max" level). TRANSMISSION OIL Check transmission oil level every 6000 km (3750 miles). Change transmission oil after the first 1000 km (625 miles) and then every 24.000 km (15000 miles) Have oil level checked and oil changed at an aprilia Official Dealer. Have engine oil changed after the first 1000 kilometres (625 miles). Afterwards: ­ Have engine oil changed every 6000 km (3750 miles). ­ Check oil level every 3000 km (1875 miles) and top up as required. Have engine oil changed at an aprilia Official Dealer. CAUTION Handle carefully. Do not spill oil! Avoid smearing the components, the area in which you are working and the surrounding area. Remove any trace of oil. In case of leakage or malfunctions, contact an aprilia Official Dealer. 26 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 BRAKE FLUID - Recommendations This vehicle is fitted with front and rear disc brakes. Each braking system is operated by an independent hydraulic circuit. The information provided below applies to both braking systems. WARNING Ensure that the brake discs and brake linings have not become contaminated with oil or grease. This is particularly important after servicing or inspections. Make sure the brake lines are not twisted or worn. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. DISC BRAKES NOTE WARNING The brakes are critical to your safety and must always be kept in sleek running order. Check the brakes before each ride. A dirty disc soils the pads, leading to loss of braking. Dirty pads must be replaced, whereas a dirty brake disk may be cleaned with a high-quality degreasing product. Have brake fluid changed at an aprilia Official Dealer every two years. WARNING Any sudden changes in play or hardness in the brake lever are warning signs of problems with the hydraulic circuits. If in doubt about the braking efficiency of your bike or if you are not able to perform routine checks, contact an aprilia Official Dealer. DO NOT RELEASE BRAKE FLUID INTO THE ENVIRONMENT. use and maintenance Atlantic 500 27 CHECKING BRAKE FLUID LEVEL Check level as follows: WARNING Do not ride when brake fluid level is below the "MIN" mark. -MIN- NOTE ground. Place the vehicle on firm, level 1 Place the vehicle on the centre stand. Turn the handlebar. The fluid in the reservoir must be parallel with the "MIN" mark on the sight glass (1). Ensure that fluid level in the reservoir is above the "MIN" mark on the sight glass (1). WARNING Brake fluid level decreases gradually as the brake pads wear down. Check the brake pads and brake disc for wear, see page 48 (CHECKING THE BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR). If the brake pads and/or the brake disc are in good condition: Contact an aprilia Official Dealer and have brake fluid level topped up. NOTE This vehicle is fitted with front and rear disc brakes. Each braking system is operated by an independent hydraulic circuit. The information provided below applies to both braking systems. Brake fluid level decreases gradually as the brake pads wear down. The brake reservoirs are placed under the handlebar cover, near the brake lever connections. Check brake fluid level in the reservoirs at regular intervals - see (CHECKING BRAKE FLUID LEVEL) at the side - and inspection the brake pads periodically for wear, see page 48 (CHECKING THE BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR) WARNING Do not ride if the braking system is leaking. MIN = minimum level. WARNING Check braking efficiency. When the brake lever has exceeding travel or if you notice a loss of braking, contact an aprilia Official Dealer. The braking system may need bleeding. 28 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 COOLANT CAUTION Do not ride when coolant is below the "MIN" level. Check coolant level every 2000 km (1250 miles) and after a long trip. Have coolant changed at an aprilia Official Dealer every two years. 1 WARNING Coolant is toxic when ingested. Contact with eyes or skin may cause irritation. In the event of contact with eyes, rinse repeatedly with abundant water and seek medical advice. In the event of ingestion, induce vomiting, rinse mouth and throat with abundant water and seek medical advice immediately. DO NOT RELEASE INTO THE ENVIRONMENT. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. Take care not to spill coolant onto hot engine parts. It may ignite and produce invisible flames. Wear latex gloves when servicing. Have coolant changed at an aprilia Official Dealer. Coolant mixture is a solution of 50% water and 50% anti-freeze. This is the ideal solution for most operating temperatures and provides good corrosion protection. This solution is also suited to the warm season, as it is less prone to evaporative loss and will reduce the need for top-ups. In addition, less water evaporation means fewer minerals salts depositing in the radiator, which helps preserve the efficiency of the cooling system. When temperature drops below zero degrees centigrade, check the cooling system frequently and add more anti-freeze (up to 60% maximum) to the solution. Use distilled water in the coolant mixture. WARNING Do not remove the expansion tank plug (1) when the engine is hot, since coolant is under pressure and very hot. Contact with skin or clothes, may cause severe scalding and/or damage. use and maintenance Atlantic 500 29 1 2 3 MAX MIN CHECKING AND TOPPING UP WARNING Wait for the engine to cool down before checking or topping up coolant level. Stop the engine and wait until it has cooled down. NOTE Place the vehicle on firm and level ground. Open the small storage compartment, see page 23 (GLOVE COMPARTENT). Check that coolant level in the expansion tank (1) is between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks. If not so: Remove the front cover, see page 54 (REMOVING THE FRONT COVER) Turn the filler cap (2) anticlockwise to release it, but do not remove the cap. Allow a few seconds for any residual pressure to discharge. CAUTION Never top up beyond the "MAX" level mark or coolant will leak out when the engine is running. Top up with coolant, see page 74 (LUBRICANT CHART) up to about the "MAX" mark. Refit the filler cap (2). NOTE A breather pipe (3) is connected to filler cap (2). Do not force or disconnect the breather pipe (3). CAUTION If coolant level drops too quickly or the tank is empty, check the cooling circuit for leaks. Have the leak repaired at an aprilia Official Dealer. Unscrew and remove the filler cap (2). WARNING Coolant is toxic when ingested. Contact with eyes or skin may cause irritation. Do not put your fingers or any other object into the filler opening in order to ensure that there is coolant. MIN = minimum level. MAX = maximum level. Refit the front cover, see page 54 (REMOVING THE FRONT COVER). 30 use and maintenance Atlantic 500 1 Some of the tyre types approved for this vehicle are fitted with wear indicators. There are various types of wear indicators. Inspect tread surface and check for wear. Badly worn tyres adversely affect traction and handling. Enquire about correct wear inspection procedure with your supplier. Old tyres may not ensure full grip due to material ageing ­ even when they are still within the wear limit ­ and must be replaced. TYRES This vehicle is fitted with tubeless tyres. WARNING Check tyre inflation pressures periodically with the tyres at room temperature, see page 70 (TECHNICAL DATA). Checking pressure on hot tyres will result in inaccurate measurement. Take care to check tyres pressures before and after a long journey. An overinflated tyre will provide a harsh ride, reduce riding comfort and stability when cornering. An underinflated tyre will extend the contact patch to include a larger portion of the tyre wall (1). When this is the case, the tyre may slip on or become separated from the rim, leading to loss of control. The tyre may even jump off the rim under hard braking. Lastly, the vehicle may skid in a bend. Inspect tread surface and check for wear. Badly worn tyres adversely affect traction and handling. Always change a worn tyre. A tyre that becomes punctured in the tread area should be changed when the puncture is larger than 5 mm. The wheel must be balanced after each tyre repair. Use only tyres of the specified size, see page 70 (TECHNICAL DATA). Never use tube tyres on tubeless tyre rims, or viceversa. Always check that the caps are in place on the valves, or the tyres may deflate suddenly. use and maintenance Atlantic 500 31 MUFFLER/EXHAUST SILENCER WARNING 2 Tampering with the noise control system is prohibited. Owners are warned that the law may prohibit: ­ The removal or disconnection, except for maintenance, repair or replacement operations, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle - to check the noise - before its sale or delivery to the final purchaser or while it is in use. ­ The use of the vehicle after the removal or disconnection of this device or element of design. Check the muffler/exhaust silencer and the silencer pipes for rust or holes. Ensure that the exhaust system works correctly. If the exhaust system noise increases, contact an aprilia Official Dealer immediately. Tyre replacement and repair, and wheel servicing and balancing are delicate operations. They should be carried out using adequate tools and are best left to experienced mechanics. Have your tyres and wheels serviced at an aprilia Official Dealer or a specialised tyre repairer. New tyres may be coated with an oily film. Drive carefully until covering several kilometres. Never apply non-specific products to the tyres. MINIMUM RECOMMENDEDTREAD DEPTH (2) Front tyre: ...................... 2 mm ( 3 mm) Rear tyre: ....................... 2 mm ( 3 mm) MAXIMUM LOAD 180 Kg. TYRE PRESSURES SOLO FULL LOAD (rider + passenger) FRONT 2.1 2.2 REAR 2.3 2.6 After extensive testing, aprilia approved the tyres listed below for this model. Use these tyres only: MAKE FRONT SIZE 120/70-15' 56S 140/60-14' 64S 120/70-15' 56R 140/60-14' 64R TYPE GOLD STANDARD GOLD STANDARD MICHELIN REAR FRONT REAR WARNING Never exceed the maximum load allowed. Overloading the vehicle will impair stability and handling and may damage the tyres. CHENG SHIN MAXXIS M-6002 M-6002