APRILIA RSV 1000 R FACTORY User Manual

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use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 RFACT
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u Start the engine, see page 69
(STARTING).
u Release the throttle grip (4) (Pos. C).
With the engine idling, pull in the clutch
lever (5) completely.
u Engage first gear, pushing the shift lever
(6) downwards.
u Extend the side stand (1).
NOTE Extending the side stand must kill
the engine and the “side stand down”
warning light “ ” (7) must come on. If the
engine continues to run:
u Check the safety switch (3) on the side
stand (1), see page 93 (CHECKING
THE SWITCHES). Perform the
necessary cleaning or repairs.
u Repeat the check.
WARNING
If the engine does not stop when the
side stand is extended, do not ride your
vehicle. Contact your Local aprilia
Dealer.
CHECKING THE SWITCHES
Carefully read page 80
(MAINTENANCE).
Check the switches after the first 600 mi
(1,000 km) and thereafter every 4,650 mi
(7,500 km).
The vehicle is equipped with four switches:
– stoplight switch on the rear brake pedal
(1);
– stoplight switch on the front brake lever
(2);
– safety switch on the side stand (3);
– clutch lever switch (4).
u Make sure that there is no dirt or mud on
the switch. The switch pin must move
freely and without interference, returning
automatically to its unapplied position.
u Check the spring (5); it must not be
damaged, worn or stretched.
u Make sure that the cables are connected
correctly.
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5
5
2
3
4
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APRILIA RSV 1000 R FACTORY Specifications

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Brand	APRILIA
Model	RSV 1000 R FACTORY
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English