User manual APRILIA LEONARDO 250

[. . . ] - 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. [. . . ] By putting on the front brake only or the rear brake only, you reduce the braking force considerably, thus running the risk of locking one wheel and consequently losing grip. If you stop uphill, decelerate completely and use the brakes only to keep the vehicle steady. The use of the engine to keep the vehicle at a halt may cause the overheating of the speed variator. aCAUTION Never leave abruptly with cold engine. To reduce the emission of polluting substances and the consumption of fuel, warm the engine up by proceeding at low speed for the first miles. 36 use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 aWARNING Always use the direction indicators in time when you intend to change lane or direction, avoiding sharp and dangerous movements. Switch off the direction indicators as soon as you have changed direction. Be extremely careful when you overtake other vehicles or are overtaken. In case of rain, the water cloud created by big vehicles reduces visibility; the air shift may make you lose control of the vehicle. Keep to the following indications: Do not open the throttle completely if the speed is low, both during and after the running-in. N 0-100 km (0-62 mi) During the first 100 km (62 mi) put on the brakes with caution, avoiding sharp and prolonged brakings. N 0-500 km (0-312 mi) During the first 500 km (312 mi), do not exceed the 80% of the maximum allowed speed. N After the first 1000 km (625 mi), progressively increase the speed until reaching the highest performance levels. N 34/00). ' aWARNING If possible, avoid stopping abruptly, slowing down suddenly and braking at the last moment. N N Release the throttle grip (pos. In case of a brief stop, keep at least one brake on. 0!2+). ' aWARNING After the first 1000 km (625 mi), carry out the checking operations indicated in the column "After running-in" of the Regular Service Intervals Chart, see p. 40 ­ 42 (REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART), in order to avoid hurting yourself or other people and/or damaging the vehicle. The running-in of the engine is primary to ensure its working life and its correct functioning. If possible, drive on hilly roads and/or roads with many bends, so that the engine, the suspensions and the brakes undergo a more effective running-in. aWARNING Park the vehicle on firm and flat ground, to prevent it from falling down. Make sure that the vehicle and especially its red-hot parts do not represent a danger for persons and children. Do not leave the vehicle unattended when the engine is on or the key is inserted into the ignition switch. Do not sit on the vehicle when the stand is down. N NOTE Only after the first 500 km (312 mi) of running-in it is possible to obtain the best speed and acceleration performance from the vehicle. Stop the vehicle, see above PING). (STOP- use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 37 N Move the engine stop switch (1) to position "m" (for the countries where required). N Lock the steering, see p. 20 (STEERING LOCK) and extract the key. aWARNING Danger of fall or overturning. When the vehicle is straightened from the parking position to the driving position, the stand goes automatically up. N N N aCAUTION With stopped engine and ignition switch in position "n", the battery may run down. N N 0/3)4)/. ). ' 4(% 6%()#, % /. CENTRE STAND N Grasp the left grip (4) and the passenger grab rail (5). SIDE STAND N Grasp the left grip (4) and the passenger grab rail (5). Rotate the key (2) and move the ignition switch (3) to position "m". [. . . ] By means of a suitable support, position the vehicle so that both tyres are raised from the ground. Place the vehicle in an unheated, not-humid room, away from sunlight, with minimum temperature variations. N N Position and tie a plastic bag on the final pipe of the exhaust silencer, in order to prevent moisture from getting into it. Cover the vehicle avoiding the use of plastic or waterproof materials. AFTER A PERIOD OF INACTIVITY Uncover and clean the vehicle, see p. 32 (PR ELI MI NA RY CHECKING OPERATIONS). N aWARNING Have a test ride at moderate speed in a low-traffic area. use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250 67 4%#(. )#!, $!4! [. . . ]