APRILIA ATLANTIC 500 sprint User Manual

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
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2.15.2. REAR SUSPENSION INSPECTION
Inspect the rear suspension after the first 1000 km (621 mi), and
then every 6000 km (3728 mi) or 8 months.
Check that no oil leaks out of shock absorbers.
Check that all rear suspension parts are correctly tightened and
joints are properly working.
REAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT
The rear suspension consists of a shock absorber with two
functions (compression/rebound braking), connected to the frame
through silent-blocks.
Factory setting is designed to suit the broadest possible range of
riding conditions, meaning low and high speed, whether riding solo
or carrying a full load.
However, rear suspension setting may be modified to suit specific
needs in accordance with vehicle usage:
Turn the adjuster nut to set desired riding conditions (see table).
REAR SUSPENSION SETTING TABLE
Adjuster nut Tighten Slacken
Purpose
Increase spring
preolad
Decrease spring
preload
Recommended
for
Riding with a
passenger
Riding solo

APRILIA ATLANTIC 500 sprint Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement	460 cc
Cooling System	Liquid-cooled
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Transmission	Automatic
Rear Suspension	Dual shock absorbers
Front Brake	Single disc