APRILIA RSV 1000 R FACTORY Use And Maintenance Book

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use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY
INSPECTING THE FRONT AND
REAR SUSPENSION
Read page 61 (MAINTENANCE)
carefully.
NOTE Have the front fork oil changed by
an
aprilia Official dealer, for guaranteed
accurate, prompt service.
NOTE Halve maintenance intervals if
the vehicle is used in rainy or dusty
conditions, on rough roads or for racing.
Have the front fork oil changed after the
first 10000 km (6250 mi) and every 20000
km (12500 mi) afterwards.
If the vehicle is equipped with an "R" front
fork (TJ), have the oil changed
every 10000 km (6250 mi).
Carry out the following checks after the first
1000 km (625 mi) and every 10000 km
(6250 mi) afterwards:
◆ Keep the brake lever squeezed in and
press down repeatedly on the handlebars
to compress the front fork. The front fork
should compress in a smooth motion.
Inspect the fork legs for any traces of oil.
◆ Ensure that all parts are firmly tightened
and check for proper operation of the
front and rear suspension joints.
CAUTION
In the event of abnormal operation, or if
qualified assistance is necessary,
contact your
aprilia Official dealer.
FRONT SUSPENSION
◆ T Have the fork oil seals changed by
an
aprilia Official dealer after the first
30000 km (18750 mi) and every 20000
km (12500 mi) afterwards.
◆ Every 10000 km (6250 mi) check,
clean and lubricate the fork oil seals. If
necessary, have them replaced at an
aprilia Official dealer.
The front suspension is managed by a
hydraulic fork, which is held to the steering
tube by two yokes.
Each fork leg is fitted with suitable
adjusters to modify suspension response.
An upper adjuster screw (1) controls
rebound damping, whereas a lower
adjuster screw (2) controls compression
damping. A top-mounted adjuster nut (3)
controls springs preload.
FRONT FORK ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION
Do not force the adjusters (1-2) beyond
their limit stops in either direction, or
the threads may strip. Set both fork legs
to the same spring preload,
compression and rebound damping
settings. A vehicle whose fork legs are
set to different settings will be unstable.
When spring preload is increased,

APRILIA RSV 1000 R FACTORY Specifications

General

Engine Type	V-Twin, 4-stroke
Displacement	998 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Max Power	143 hp (107 kW) @ 10, 000 rpm
Max Torque	107 Nm at 7500 rpm
Front Suspension	Öhlins upside-down fork
Rear Suspension	Öhlins monoshock
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs
Rear Brakes	Single 220 mm disc
Dry Weight	185 kg
Fuel Capacity	18 liters
Frame	Aluminum twin spar