What would you like to do ? Help us find the most requested user's guides Upload your
user manual Search for a user manual Register Login and access your manuals Reset your password

	Browse all user guides
	The APRILIA LEONARDO 125 @@ LEONARDO 150 @@ LEONARDO 250 product forum
	Upload your user manual
	Sign-up Log in
	Help us find the most requested user's guides
	Include the add-on to download manuals from your site, forum or blog
	Frequently Asked Questions
	Contact Diplodocs team
ALL GUIDES BY CATEGORY Domestic Appliance TV & Audio Car & Motorcycle Phone Computer Camera & Video Music Sport Gardening & Housekeeping Video Game & Software Jewelry & Watch Baby & Toys Hygiene & Health Other

© 2002 aprilia s.p.a. - Noale (VE) 3!&%49 7!2.).'3 The following precautionary warnings are used throughout this manual in order to convey the following messages: 4%#(.)#!, The operations preceded by this symbol must be repeated also on the opposite side of the vehicle. If not expressly indicated otherwise, for the reassembly of the units repeat the disassembly operations in reverse order. The terms "right" and "left" are referred to the rider seated on the vehicle in the normal riding position. # First edition: june 2002, february 2003, may 2003 manual, be careful to the potential risk of personal injury. Non-compliance with the indications given in the messages preceded by this symbol may result in grave risks for your and other people's safety and for the vehicle! aSafety warning. When youorfind this symbol on the vehicle in the aWARNING Indicates a potential hazard which may result in serious injury or even death. 7!2.).'3 02%#!54)/.3 '%.%2!, !$6)#% Before starting the engine, carefully read this manual and in particular the section "SAFE DRIVE". Your and other people's safety depends not only on your quickness of reflexes and on your agility, but also on what you know about the vehicle, on its efficiency and on your knowledge of the basic information for "SAFE DRIVE". Therefore, get a thorough knowledge of the vehicle, in such a way as to be able to drive in the traffic safely. aCAUTION Indicates a potential hazard which may result in minor personal injury or damage to the vehicle. Produced and printed by: editing division Soave (VERONA) - Italy Tel. +39 - 045 76 11 911 Fax +39 - 045 76 12 241 E-mail: customer@stp.it www.stp.it On behalf of: aprilia s.p.a. via G. Galilei, 1 - 30033 Noale (VE) - Italy Tel. +39 - 041 58 29 111 Fax +39 - 041 44 10 54 www.aprilia.com NOTE The word "NOTE" in this manual precedes important information or instructions. 2 use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 NOTE This manual must be considered as an integral part of the vehicle and must always accompany it, even in case of resale. aprilia has carried out this manual with the maximum attention, in order to supply the user with correct and updated information. However, since aprilia constantly improves the design of its products, there may be slight discrepancies between the characteristics of your vehicle and those described in this manual. For any clarification concerning the information contained in this manual, do not hesitate to contact your aprilia Official Dealer. For control and repair operations not expressly described in this publication, for the purchase of aprilia genuine spare parts, accessories and other products, as well as for specific advice, contact exclusively aprilia Official Dealers and Service Centers, which guarantee prompt and accurate assistance. Thank you for choosing aprilia. We wish you a nice ride. All rights as to electronic storage, reproduction and total or partial adaptation, with any means, are reserved for all Countries. The user of the vehicle in these countries must: ­ contact an aprilia Official Dealer to have the non-homologated components replaced with others homologated for use in the country in question; ­ carry out the required periodical inspections. In this manual the various versions are indicated by the following symbols: z 125 cm3 model { 150 cm3 model | 250 cm3 model e automatic light switching version (Automatic Switch-on Device) m optional VERSION: NOTE Soon after purchasing the vehicle, write down the identification data indicated on the SPARE PARTS IDENTIFICATION LABEL in the table here below. The label is stuck to the left tube of the frame and to read it it is necessary to remove the left inspection cover, see p. 52 (REMOVING THE RIGHT AND LEFT INSPECTION COVERS). I Italy a Austria p Portugal F Finland B Belgium d Germany f France S Singapore i Israel ¬ South Korea M Malaysia c Chile H Croatia A Australia u United States of America U United Kingdom s Slovenia E Spain G Greece These data indicate: ­ YEAR = year of manufacture (Y, 1, 2, ...); ­ I.M. = modification code (A, B, C, ...); ­ COUNTRY CODES = homologation country (I, UK, A, ...). and are to be supplied to the aprilia Official Dealer as reference data for the purchase of spare parts or specific accessories of the model you have acquired. O Holland Y Switzerland D Denmark Ä Brazil R South Africa n New Zealand C Canada NOTE In some countries the antipollution and noise regulations in force require periodical inspections. J Japan use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 3 4!",% /& #/.4%.43 SAFE DRIVE ......................................................... 5 BASIC SAFETY RULES ..................................... 6 CLOTHING ......................................................... 9 ACCESSORIES ................................................ 10 LOAD ................................................................ 10 ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN ELEMENTS ................. 12 ARRANGEMENT OF THE MAIN ELEMENTS ARRANGEMENT OF THE INSTRUMENTS/CONTROLS ............... 16 INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS .................. 16 INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS TABLE.... 17 MAIN INDEPENDENT CONTROLS ................... 18 CONTROLS ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR...................................... 18 CONTROLS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBAR...................................... 19 IGNITION SWITCH........................................... 20 STEERING LOCK............................................. 20 AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT ................................... 21 DIGITAL CLOCK............................................... 21 BAG HOOK....................................................... 21 ANTI-THEFT HOOK ......................................... 22 UNLOCKING / LOCKING THE SADDLE.......... 22 CRASH HELMET / GLOVE COMPARTMENT . 22 TOOL KIT ......................................................... 23 REAR MUDGUARD EXTENSION .................... 23 MAIN COMPONENTS......................................... 24 FUEL................................................................. 24 LUBRICANTS ................................................... 25 BRAKE FLUID-recommendations..................... 26 DISC BRAKES.................................................. 26 COOLANT......................................................... 28 TYRES .............................................................. 30 AUTOMATIC LIGHT SWITCHING VERSION EXHAUST SILENCER ...................................... 31 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE................................. 32 PRELIMINARY CHECKING OPERATIONS ..... 32 STARTING........................................................ 33 DEPARTURE AND DRIVE................................35 RUNNING-IN.....................................................37 STOPPING........................................................37 PARKING ..........................................................37 POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON THE STAND................................................38 SUGGESTIONS TO PREVENT THEFT ...........39 MAINTENANCE...................................................39 REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART 40-41 REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART ........................... 42-43 IDENTIFICATION DATA ...................................44 CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL AND TOPPING UP............................................45 AIR CLEANER ..................................................46 SPEED VARIATOR AIR CLEANER ..................47 CHECKING THE BRAKE PAD WEAR..............48 CHECKING THE STAND ..................................49 CHECKING THE SWITCHES ...........................49 INSPECTING THE FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSIONS.............................50 ADJUSTING THE REAR SUSPENSION ..........50 CHECKING THE STEERING............................51 CHECKING THE ENGINE FULCRUM AXIS.....51 REMOVING THE RIGHT AND LEFT INSPECTION COVERS ....................................52 REMOVING THE FRONT PART OF THE FAIRING..............................................52 REMOVING THE REAR-VIEW MIRRORS .......53 REMOVING THE FRONT COVER ...................53 REMOVING THE FRONT INNER SHIELD .......54 IDLING ADJUSTMENT .....................................54 ADJUSTING THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL.....................55 SPARK PLUG ...................................................56 BATTERY..........................................................57 LONG INACTIVITY OF THE BATTERY............57 REMOVING THE BATTERY COVER ...............58 CHECKING AND CLEANING THE TERMINALS..................58 REMOVING THE BATTERY .............................58 CHECKING THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL........ 59 RECHARGING THE BATTERY........................ 59 INSTALLING THE BATTERY ........................... 59 CHANGING THE FUSES ................................. 60 VERTICAL ADJUSTING OF THE HEADLIGHT BEAM .......................................... 61 HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE HEADLIGHT BEAM .................... 61 BULBS .............................................................. 62 CHANGING THE DASHBOARD BULBS AND THE CLOCK BATTERY ........................... 62 CHANGING THE FRONT DIRECTION INDICATOR BULBS ......................................... 62 CHANGING THE HEADLIGHT BULBS ............ 63 CHANGING THE REAR LIGHT BULB ............. 64 CHANGING THE NUMBER PLATE BULB ....... 64 TRANSPORT ...................................................... 65 DRAINING THE FUEL TANK ........................... 65 CLEANING .......................................................... 66 LONG PERIODS OF INACTIVITY.................... 67 TECHNICAL DATA ............................................. 68 LUBRICANT CHART ........................................ 72 Importers......................................................74-75 WIRING DIAGRAM Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 ........... 76 WIRING DIAGRAM KEY Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 .......... 77 WIRING DIAGRAM Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 .......................... 78 WIRING DIAGRAM KEY Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 .......................... 79 WIRING DIAGRAM Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 ........... 80 WIRING DIAGRAM KEY Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 ........... 81 WIRING DIAGRAM - Leonardo 250 ................. 82 WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - Leonardo 250 ......... 83 WIRING DIAGRAM - Leonardo 250 WIRING DIAGRAM KEY Leonardo 250 ............................................ 85 + Ì.........................14 + - +.................... Ì _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.............................31 _..........84 4 use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 safe drive "!3)# 3!&%49 25,%3 To drive the vehicle it is necessary to be in possession of all the requirements prescribed by law (driving licence, minimum age, psychophysical ability, insurance, state taxes, vehicle registration, number plate, etc.). Gradually get to know the vehicle by driving it first in areas with low traffic and/or private areas. The use of medicins, alcohol and drugs or psychotropic substances notably increases the risk of accidents. Be sure that you are in good psychophysical conditions and fit for driving and pay particular attention to physical weariness and drowsiness. Most road accidents are caused by the driver's lack of experience. NEVER lend the vehicle to beginners and, in any case, make sure that the driver has all the requirements for driving. 6 use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 Rigorously observe all road signs and national and local road regulations. Avoid abrupt movements that can be dangerous for yourself and other people (for example: rearing up on the back wheel, speeding, etc.), and give due consideration to the road surface, visibility and other driving conditions. 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 footboard (or on the footrests), in the correct driving posture. Avoid standing up or stretching your limbs while driving. use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 7 OIL COOLER The driver should pay attention and avoid distractions caused by people, things and movements (never smoke, eat, drink, read, etc.) while driving. Use only the vehicle's specific fuels and lubricants indicated in the "LUBRICANT CHART"; check all oil, fuel and coolant levels regularly. If the vehicle has been involved in an accident, make sure that no damage has occurred to the control levers, pipes, wires, braking system and vital parts. If necessary, have the vehicle inspected by an aprilia Official Dealer, who should carefully check the frame, handlebars, suspensions, safety parts and all the devices that you cannot check by yourself. Always remember to report any malfunction to the technicians to help them in their work. Never use the vehicle when the amount of damage it has suffered endangers your safety. 8 use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 ONLY ORIGINALS A12 345 Never change the position, inclination or colour of: number plate, direction indicators, lights and horns. Any modification of the vehicle will result in the invalidity of the guarantee. Any modification of the vehicle and/or the removal of original components can compromise vehicle performance levels and safety or even make it illegal. We recommend respecting all regulations and national and local provisions regarding the equipment of the vehicle. In particular, avoid all modifications that increase the vehicle's performance levels or alter its original characteristics. Never race with other vehicles. Avoid off-road driving. #,/4().' Before starting, always wear a correctly fastened crash helmet. Make sure that it is homologated, in good shape, of the right size and that the visor is clean. Wear protective clothing, preferably in light and/or reflecting colours. In this way you will make yourself more visible to the other drivers, thus notably reducing the risk of being knocked down, and you will be more protected in case of fall. This clothing should be very tight-fitting and fastened at the wrists and ankles. Strings, belts and ties should not be hanging loose; prevent these and other objects from interfering with driving by getting entangled with moving parts or driving mechanisms. use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 9 Do not keep objects that can be dangerous in case of fall, for example pointed objects like keys, pens, glass vials etc. in your pockets (the same recommendations also apply to passengers). !##%33/2)%3 The owner of the vehicle is responsible for the choice, installation and use of any accessory. Avoid installing accessories that cover horns or lights or that could impair their functions, limit the suspension stroke and the steering angle, hamper the operation of the controls and reduce the distance from the ground and the angle of inclination in turns. Avoid using accessories that hamper access to the controls, since this can prolong reaction times during an emergency. Big fairings and windshields installed on the vehicle may produce aerodynamic forces that affect the stability of the vehicle, especially when riding at high speed. Make sure that the equipment is well fastened to the vehicle and not dangerous during driving. Do not install electrical devices and do not modify those already existing to avoid electrical overloads, because the vehicle could suddenly stop or there could be a dangerous current shortage in the horn and in the lights. aprilia recommends the use of "aprilia genuine accessories". ,/!$ Be careful and moderate when loading your luggage. Keep any luggage loaded as close as possible to the center of gravity of the vehicle and distribute the load uniformly on both sides, in order to reduce umbalance to the minimum. Furthermore, make sure that the load is firmly secured to the vehicle, especially during long trips. 10 use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 KG! Avoid hanging bulky, heavy and/or dangerous objects on the handlebars, mudguards and forks: the vehicle might respond more slowly in turns and its manoeuvrability could be unavoidably impaired. Do not place bags that are too bulky on the vehicle sides, because they could hit people or obstacles, making you lose control of the vehicle. Do not carry any bag if it is not tightly secured to the vehicle. Do not carry bags which protrude too much from the luggage-rack or which cover the lights, horn or indicators. Do not carry animals or children on the glove compartment or on the luggagerack. Do not exceed the maximum load allowed for each side-bag. When the vehicle is overloaded, its stability and its manoeuvrability can be compromised. use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 11 !22!.'%-%.4 /& 4(% -!). %,%-%.43 + +%9 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Expansion tank Coolant expansion tank plug Rear brake reservoir Bag hook Left inspection cover 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) Passenger left footrest Crash helmet compartment Saddle lock Air cleaner Speed variator air cleaner cover 11) Anti-theft hook (for the aprilia "BodyGuard" armored cable &) 12) Centre stand 13) Side stand 14) Spark plug 12 use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 +%9 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Passenger grab rail Engine oil filling/level cap Fuse carrier Battery Ignition switch/steering lock 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) Filler cap Front brake reservoir Horn Fuel tank Fuel tank flap 11) Right inspection cover 12) Passenger right footrest use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 13 !22!.'%-%.4 /& 4(% -!). %,%-%.43 Ì +%9 1) Expansion tank 2) Coolant expansion tank plug 3) Rear brake reservoir 4) Bag hook 5) Left inspection cover 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) Passenger left footrest Crash helmet compartment Saddle lock Passenger grab rail Air cleaner 11) Speed variator air cleaner cover 12) Centre stand 13) Side stand 14 use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 +%9 1) Anti-theft hook (for the aprilia "BodyGuard" armored cable &) 2) Engine oil filling/level cap 3) Fuse carrier 4) Battery 5) Ignition switch/steering lock 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) Filler cap Front brake reservoir Horn Fuel tank Fuel tank flap Right inspection cover 12) Spark plug 13) Passenger right footrest use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 15 !22!.'%-%.4 /& 4(% ).3425-%.43#/.42/,3 ).3425-%.43 !.$ ).$)#!4/23 +%9 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) Electrical controls on the left side of the handlebar Rear brake lever Left rear-view mirror Instruments and indicators Right rear-view mirror Front brake lever Throttle grip Electrical controls on the right side of the handlebar Ignition switch/steering lock ( n - m - s ) +%9 1) 1) 2) 3) 4) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) Green left direction indicator warning light ( k ) Total kilometres odometer Speedometer Speedometer ­ km/h scale only ^ Green right direction indicator warning light ( l ) Blue high beam warning light ( a ) Amber low fuel warning light ( g ) Fuel level indicator ( g ) Digital clock function and setting push buttons Digital clock Coolant temperature indicator ( h ) + Red engine oil pressure warning light ( j ) Ì Red engine oil change warning light ( j ) 16 use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 ).3425-%.43 !.$ ).$)#!4/23 4!",% Description Right direction indicator warning light Left direction indicator warning light Function l k j It blinks when the right direction indicator is on. It blinks when the left direction indicator is on. It comes on every time the ignition switch is brought to position "n" and the engine is not running, thus testing the correct operation of the bulb. If during this phase the lamp does not turn on, it must be replaced. The warning light must go off when the engine is running. If the warning light comes on during the normal running of the engine, this means that the oil pressure in the circuit is insufficient. In this case, immediately stop the engine and contact your APRILIA Official Dealer. It comes on, for about three seconds, whenever the ignition switch is brought to position "n" and the engine is not running, thus testing the correct operation of the bulb. If it does not come on or if it does not go out after three seconds, contact an aprilia Official Dealer. The warning light comes on during the normal operation of the engine after the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 3000 km (1875 mi) and remains on until the engine oil has been changed. In this case, contact an APRILIA Official Dealer. It indicates the total number of kilometres covered. It indicates the driving speed. + Engine oil pressure warning light aCAUTION Ì Engine oil change warning light Total kilometres odometer Speedometer High beam warning light Low fuel warning light Fuel level indicator Digital clock j aCAUTION a g g It comes on when the headlight is in "high beam" position or when the high beam signaller is operated (PASSING It comes on when the quantity of fuel left in the tank is about 1,8 L Ì). k + (1,5 L Ì). L + (1,5 L Ì). It indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank. When the pointer reaches the red area, the quantity of fuel left in the tank is about 1,8 In this case, top up as soon as possible, see p. 24 (FUEL). Hour, date and seconds can be shown on the display, see p. 21 (DIGITAL CLOCK). It indicates the approximate temperature of the coolant in the engine. When the pointer starts moving beyond level "Min", the temperature is sufficient for driving the vehicle. Coolant temperature indicator h The normal running temperature range is indicated by the central area of the scale. If the pointer reaches the red area, stop the engine and check the coolant level, see p. 28 (COOLANT). aCAUTION If the maximum allowed temperature is exceeded (red area "Max" of the scale), the engine may be seriously damaged. use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 17 -!). ).$%0%.$%.4 #/.42/,3 #/.42/,3 /. 4(% ,%&4 3)$% /& 4(% (!.$,%"!2 NOTE The electrical parts work only when the ignition switch is in position "n". 1) HORN PUSH BUTTON ( f ) The horn is activated when the "f" push button is pressed. 2) DIRECTION INDICATOR SWITCH ( c ) To indicate the turn to the left, move the switch to the left; to indicate the turn to the right, move the switch to the right. To turn off the direction indicator, press the switch on its centre. 3) + DIMMER SWITCH ( b - a ) (_ not provided, _ provided for those countries where the engine stop switch "m - n" is required) When the light switch is in position "o": if the dimmer switch is in position "a", the high beam comes on, while if it is in position "b", the low beam comes on. Ì DIMMER SWITCH ( b - a ) / HIGH BEAM SIGNALLER PUSH BUTTON (PASSING ) (_ not provided, _ provided for those countries where the engine stop switch "m - n" is required) When the light switch is in position "o": if the dimmer switch is in position "a", the high beam comes on, while if it is in position "b", the low beam comes on. The high beam signaller is operated by pressing the dimmer switch to position (PASSING ), independently of the position of the light switch ( o - p - · ). 3) NOTE When the dimmer switch is released, the high beam signaller is disconnected. 18 use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 k k #/.42/,3 /. 4(% 2)'(4 3)$% /& 4(% (!.$,%"!2 NOTE The electrical parts work only when the ignition switch is in position "n". 1) LIGHT SWITCH ( o - p - · ) (_ not provided) aCAUTION Before operating the light switch, make sure that the dimmer switch ( b - a ) is in position "b". When the light switch is in position "·", the lights are off; when the switch is in position "p", the parking lights and the dashboard light are on; when the switch is in position "o", the parking lights, the dashboard light and the low beam are on. The high beam can be operated by means of the dimmer switch (a - b). 1a) DIMMER SWITCH ( b - a ) _ (_ not provided for those countries where the engine stop switch "m - n" is required) When it is in position "b" the parking lights, the dashboard light and the low beam are always on. When it is in position "a", the high beam comes on. 1b) ENGINE STOP SWITCH (n - m) (in the countries where required) aCAUTION With stopped engine and ignition switch in position "n", the battery may run down. When the vehicle has come to a halt, stop the engine, and move the ignition switch to position "m". 2) START PUSH BUTTON ( r ) When the start push button "r" is pressed, the starter makes the engine run. For the starting, see p. 33 (STARTING). aWARNING Do not operate the engine stop switch "n conditions. m" in running This is a safety or emergency switch. With the switch in position "n", it is possible to start the engine; the engine can be stopped by moving the switch to position "m". use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 19 Position Function The steering is locked. It is neither possible to start the engine, nor to switch on the lights. Neither the engine, nor the lights can be switched on. The engine and the lights can be switched on. s Steering lock )'.)4)/. 37)4#( The ignition switch (1) is positioned on the right side, near the steering column. 34%%2).' ,/#+ Key removal It is possible to remove the key. aWARNING Never turn the key to position "s" in running conditions, in order to avoid losing control of the vehicle. OPERATION To lock the steering: N Turn the handlebar completely leftwards. N Turn the key (2) to position "m" and press it. N Release the key and turn it to position "s". N Extract the key. m n It is possible to remove the key. NOTE The key (2) operates the ignition switch/steering lock, the saddle lock and the fuel tank flap. Two keys are supplied together with the vehicle (one spare key). It is not possible to remove the key. NOTE Do not keep the spare key on the vehicle. 20 use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250