User manual APRILIA RSV 1000R

[. . . ] RSV 1000 R R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY R 8104956 use and maintenance RSV 1000 R USA - RSV 1000 RFACT USA 1 © 2006 Piaggio & C. - Noale (VE) FOREWORD INTRODUCTION This manual is divided into sections, chapters and paragraphs, by subject. The procedures described are laid out by single operation, and each operation is indicated by a . The numbered parts shown in the figures are identified in the text by the number in parentheses or the symbol representing them. [. . . ] This vehicle is capable of extremely high speeds and extremely high performance and must be used with due respect for these capabilities. Do not place anything inside the front part of the fairing between the handlebar and the dashboard. Any object placed in this area could jam the forks, and also could restrict visibility of the dashboard. NOTE When the side stand is extended the e ngine will not start unle ss the transmission is in neutral. Note also that if you attempt to shift into gear with extended side stand, the engine will stop. With the side stand retracted, the engine may be started with the gear selector in neutral without pulling in the clutch lever. The engine may be started while the transmission is in gear only if the clutch lever is pulled in. CAUTION During normal operation, all instruments will give the current reading. If the fuel low warning light " " (6) positioned on the dashboard comes on, refuel as soon as possible, see page 48 (FUEL). USA NOTE Before starting the engine, carefully read the "safe drive" chapter, see page 19 (SAFE DRIVE). use and maintenance RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 RFACT USA 69 u Hold the vehicle in place by applying at 9 least one brake. u Pull in the clutch lever (7) completely and 8 7 ­ the fuel pump will pressurize the fuel supply circuit, sending out a hum for about three seconds. put the shift lever (8) in neutral so that the green warning light " " (9) is on. u The vehicle is equipped with a cold start feature controlled by the ECU which operates automatically when starting the engine from cold. NOTE To avoid discharging the battery, and possibly damaging the starter, do not keep the starter button " " (10) pressed for more than fifteen seconds. If the engine does not start in this time, wait for ten seconds and try again. 11 10 Your vehicle is equipped with a double cable throttle. One cable opens the throttle when you rotate the throttle grip toward you; the other closes the throttle when you rotate the grip away from you. It is essential, when you release the throttle grip, that it automatically return to the idle position. This double cable arrangement enhances safety by providing for positive closing of the throttle. CAUTION Do not press the starter button " " (10) when the engine is running. u Press the starter button " " (10) - do not open the throttle yet - and release the button as soon as the engine starts. CAUTION If the low fuel warning light " " (6) comes on, refuel as soon possible, see page 48 (FUEL). NOTE It is possible to set the unit of measurement of the speedometer (mi or km) and of the coolant temperature [°C (Celsius) or °F (Fahrenheit)], the red line threshold, the clock functions and if necessary the chronometer, see page 34 (MULTIFUNCTION COMPUTER). WARNING If the throttle sticks open, it may cause a collision with another vehicle, or an upset. If the throttle sticks, kill the engine with the engine stop switch located on the right handlebar. Do not attempt to restart the engine until the throttle has been repaired and works perfectly. Failure to obey this warning can lead to a runaway with seriously injuries or even death. CAUTION The vehicle is sold with the red line set at 6, 000 rpm. Increase the threshold gradually as you get acquainted with the vehicle. During running-in, never exceed the recommended rpm, see page 75 (RUNNING-IN). 70 use and maintenance RSV 1000 R USA - RSV 1000 RFACT USA WARNING In the event of a throttle sticking emergency, always kill the engine using the engine stop switch located near the throttle grip on the right handlebar. Never use your vehicle if the throttle does not automatically fully return to the idle position when the throttle grip is released. [. . . ] pins Ø 1. 34 in (Ø 34 mm) disc brake Ø 8. 66 in (Ø 220 mm); caliper with double pin Ø 1. 26 in (Ø 32 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mm) Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . light alloy with withdrawable pin Front. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17" x MT 3. 50 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]