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use and maintenance RS 125
CLEANING
u
Clean the filtering element (4) with clean,
non-inflammable solvents or solvents
with high volatility point, then let it dry
thoroughly.
u
Apply a filter oil or a thick oil (SAE 80W-
90) on the whole surface of the filtering
element, then squeeze it to eliminate the
oil in excess.
The filtering element (4) must be
well impregnated, though not
dripping.
CHANGING
u
Replace the filtering element (4) with a
new one of the same type.
REAR SUSPENSION
The rear suspension consists of a spring-
shock absorber unit, fixed to the frame by
means of silent-blocks and to the rear fork
by means of lever systems. For the setting
of the vehicle attitude, the shock absorber
is provided with a nut (1) for the
adjustment of the spring preload (2).
It is possible to adjust the shock
absorber axis distance to
personalize the vehicle attitude.
For this kind of adjustment, contact an
aprilia Official Dealer.
ADJUSTING
THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
The standard setting of the rear shock
absorber is such as to satisfy most driving
conditions at low and high speed, either
with reduced load and full load.
However, it is also possible to adjust the
setting according to the intended use of
the vehicle.
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