APRILIA ATLANTIC 500 Technické informace

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10use and maintenance Atlantic 500 Do not keep any pointed or sharp objects,such as keys, pens, glass items, etc. inyour pockets. They might cause inj

11use and maintenance Atlantic 500 KG!Do not hang bulky, heavy and/or dangerousobjects on the handlebars, mudguards andforks. This might slow down ste

12use and maintenance Atlantic 500 21367891112101354ELEMENTSKEY1) Expansion tank2) Coolant expansion tank plug3) Rear brake fluid reservoir4) Bag hook

13use and maintenance Atlantic 500 14678910523111213KEY1) Battery2) Main fuse carrier3) Passenger grab rail4) Fuel tank5) Fuel tank filler cap6) Fuel

14use and maintenance Atlantic 500 23189756104ABS861711679101819123115134215212014ARRANGEMENT OF THE CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTSARRANGEMENT OF THE CONTROLS/I

15use and maintenance Atlantic 500 INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS TABLEWhen the key is turned to ON “ ”, all warning lights, the dashboard lights and the

16use and maintenance Atlantic 500 Description FunctionABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) () (where fitted). Anti-lock braking system check-up. Comes on i

17use and maintenance Atlantic 500MODEPASSING31425KEY CONTROLSCONTROLS ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBARNOTE The electric components work only when th

18use and maintenance Atlantic 50012CONTROLS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HANDLEBARNOTE The electric components work only when the ignitionswitch is in po

19use and maintenance Atlantic 500PPUSHZADI1PUSHZADI2IGNITION SWITCHThe ignition switch (1) is positioned on theright side, near the steering tube.NOT

2use and maintenance Atlantic 500TECHNICAL INFORMATIONAny operations preceded by thissymbol must be repeated on theopposite side of the vehicle.Unless

20use and maintenance Atlantic 500ABS123DIGITAL CLOCK/DATE LIQUID CRISTALDISPLAYNOTE The Displays only operate when theignition switch is set to “ ”.D

21use and maintenance Atlantic 500PUSHZADI12LAPSERVICEmphAVG VBATTKm/hKm/l Vmax°C°FCEV56789 1013 121134MULTIFUNCTION LIQUID CRYSTALDISPLAYWhen the ig

22use and maintenance Atlantic 50012ODO TRIP 1 TRIP 24567PUSHZADI3RESETTING AVERAGE AND MAXIMUM SPEED,FUEL CONSUMPTION AND LAP TIMERNOTE These indic

23use and maintenance Atlantic 500aprilia1PUSHZADI4326875TOOL KITThe tool kit (1) is fixed inside the helmetcompartment under the saddle.To reach it:R

24use and maintenance Atlantic 500123SMALL STORAGE COMPARTMENT◆ Push on the top section of the door (1).◆ The door clicks open to give access to t

25use and maintenance Atlantic 500132MAIN COMPONENTSFUELThe fuel used to operate engines is highlyflammable and becomes explosive underparticular cond

26use and maintenance Atlantic 500LUBRICANTSProlonged or repeated contact with oil maycause severe skin damage.Wash your hands thoroughly after handli

27use and maintenance Atlantic 500BRAKE FLUID - RecommendationsNOTE This vehicle is fitted with front andrear disc brakes.Each braking system is opera

28use and maintenance Atlantic 5001-MIN-NOTE This vehicle is fitted with front andrear disc brakes. Each braking system isoperated by an independent h

29use and maintenance Atlantic 5001COOLANTDo not ride when coolant is below the “MIN”level.Check coolant level every 2000 km (1250miles) and after a l

3use and maintenance Atlantic 500Throughout the manual, the following symbolsare used to identify the different versions:Automatic light switching ver

30use and maintenance Atlantic 500MINMAX12 3CHECKING AND TOPPING UPWait for the engine to cool down beforechecking or topping up coolant level.◆ Stop

31use and maintenance Atlantic 5001TYRESThis vehicle is fitted with tubeless tyres.Check tyre inflation pressures periodicallywith the tyres at room t

32use and maintenance Atlantic 5002Tyre replacement and repair, and wheelservicing and balancing are delicateoperations. They should be carried outusi

33use and maintenance Atlantic 500INSTRUCTIONS FOR USECheck the vehicle before each ride to ensuresafe riding. See the chart at the side (PRE-RIDE CHE

34use and maintenance Atlantic 50027MODEPASSINGPUSH45136STARTINGExhaust emissions contain carbon oxide,which is a poisonous gas and extremelyharmful i

35use and maintenance Atlantic 5007ABS4◆ Do not open the throttle while pressingthe starter button “ ” (7) and release thebutton as soon as the engine

36use and maintenance Atlantic 50021MOVING OFF - RIDINGNOTE Before riding the vehicle, carefullyread the “Safe riding” chapter, see page 5(SAFE RIDING

37use and maintenance Atlantic 500Avoid harsh accelerations and slow downgradually or you might lose control of thevehicle.Avoid harsh braking. Slow d

38use and maintenance Atlantic 5001PUSHZADI23RUNNING-INAfter covering the first 1000 km (625 mi),perform the checks listed in the “post running-in” co

39use and maintenance Atlantic 500456457PLACING THE VEHICLE ON THE STANDRead page 38 (STOPPING) carefully.CENTRE STAND◆ Grasp the left grip (4) and th

4use and maintenance Atlantic 500BABABABABATTERTTERTTERTTERTTERY HYDROGEN GASY HYDROGEN GASY HYDROGEN GASY HYDROGEN GASY HYDROGEN GASAND ELECTROLAND E

40use and maintenance Atlantic 500NOTE The vehicle is fitted with animmobilizer anti-theft systemby an electronic system thatprevents engine starting

41use and maintenance Atlantic 500PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTOPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official DealerPost running-in Every 6000 km E

42use and maintenance Atlantic 500OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BY THE aprilia Official Dealer (CAN BE CARRIED OUT BY THE USER AS WELL)Post running-in

43use and maintenance Atlantic 5001IDENTIFICATION DATAIt is a good rule to write down the frame andengine numbers in the space provided in thismanual.

44use and maintenance Atlantic 50012341MINMAXCHECKING AND TOPPING UP ENGINEOIL LEVELRead page 26 (LUBRICANTS), page 40(MAINTENANCE) and page 74 (LUBRI

45use and maintenance Atlantic 5001CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND THEENGINE OIL FILTERRead page 26 (FUEL), page 40(MAINTENANCE) and page 74 (LUBRICANTCHART).

46use and maintenance Atlantic 50012WARNINGWARNING◆ Unscrew and extract the plug/dipstick (1).◆ Clean the part in contact with the oil witha clean clo

47use and maintenance Atlantic 5003455WARNINGHave oil changed at an aprilia OfficialDealer.Make sure not to spill oil on the rear brakedisc while chan

48use and maintenance Atlantic 500767CAUTIONWhen raising the air cleaner cover, takecare not to disconnect the intake union fromfilter housing.◆ Raise

49use and maintenance Atlantic 500C211,5mm1,5mm1,5mm1,5mmInspect the brake pads before each ride.This is a quick inspection procedure todetermine br

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50use and maintenance Atlantic 500112CHECKING THE STANDRead page 40 (MAINTENANCE) carefully.FOR THE SIDE STAND ONLYCaution: the vehicle might fall o

51use and maintenance Atlantic 5001REAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTThe rear suspension is managed by two shockabsorbers that control compression andreboun

52use and maintenance Atlantic 5001Ensure that the vehicle is supported safely.◆ Rock the fork back and forth in the directionof travel.While rockin

53use and maintenance Atlantic 50021433655REMOVING THE RIGHT AND LEFTINSPECTION COVERSRead page 40 (MAINTENANCE) carefully.◆ Place the vehicle on th

54use and maintenance Atlantic 50021ABS33REMOVING THE REAR-VIEW MIRRORSRead page 40 (MAINTENANCE) carefully.The following instructions apply to both

55use and maintenance Atlantic 50054678910◆ Slightly move the front cover wings apart,as shown by arrows “A” so as to releasethe meshing tabs from f

56use and maintenance Atlantic 500120,7-0,8 mm0,7-0,8 mmSPARK PLUGRead page 40 (MAINTENANCE) carefully.Check the spark plug every 6000 km (3750mi) a

57use and maintenance Atlantic 500PUSHZADIBATTERYRead page 40 (MAINTENANCE) carefully.Check battery fluid level and terminal torqueafter the first 1

58use and maintenance Atlantic 5001243567REMOVING THE BATTERY COVERRead page 57 (BATTERY).NOTE Place the vehicle on firm and levelground.◆ Make sure

59use and maintenance Atlantic 50012CHECKING BATTERY FLUIDLEVELTo check the battery fluid level:◆ Remove the battery cover, see page 58(REMOVING THE

6use and maintenance Atlantic 500 BASIC SAFETY RULESTo ride a motorcycle, you must satisfy certainlegal requirements (driving licence, minimumage, hea

60use and maintenance Atlantic 500154326798REPLACING THE FUSESRead page 40 (MAINTENANCE) carefully.Never attempt to repair a defective fuse.Never us

61use and maintenance Atlantic 5001011121ARRANGEMENT OF MAIN FUSES(BATTERY COMPARTMENT)– 30-A fuse (10)From battery to: ignition switch, fuse (2),he

62use and maintenance Atlantic 50012WARNINGHORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENTOF THE HEADLIGHT BEAM◆ Remove the front cover, see page 54(REMOVING THE FRONT COVER)

63use and maintenance Atlantic 50034657NOTE Insert the bulb into the bulb holdermatching the two locating pegs with theirguides in the bulb holder.◆

64use and maintenance Atlantic 500HIGH BEAM BULBS◆ Rotate the bulb socket/bulb (1)anticlockwise and extract it from the seatin the reflector.To extrac

65use and maintenance Atlantic 5007891012◆ Remove knob (7) fixing rear light to vehicle.Do not force or pull on the wiring.◆ To remove the tail light

66use and maintenance Atlantic 5002134657REPLACING THE HELMETCOMPARTMENT LIGHT BULBRead page 62 (BULBS) carefully.◆ To replace the bulb:◆ Raise the sa

67use and maintenance Atlantic 50098NOTE At reassembly, position correctlythe protective shield into its seat.Tighten screw (7) with extreme care not

68use and maintenance Atlantic 500CLEANINGCLEANINGBraking efficiency may be temporarilyimpaired after washing the vehicle, as thefriction surfaces of

69use and maintenance Atlantic 500PUSHZADILONG INACTIVITYWhen storing the vehicle away for longperiods, some precautions are necessary toavoid damage

7use and maintenance Atlantic 500 Observe all road signs as well as nationaland local road regulations.Avoid sudden manoeuvres that put yoursafety and

70use and maintenance Atlantic 500TECHNICAL DATADescriptionMax length 2270 mmMax width 720 mmMax height (incl. windshield) 1450 mm DIMENSIONS Rider s

71use and maintenance Atlantic 500DescriptionCAPACITIES Fuel (including reserve) 17 lFuel reserve 4 lEngine oil- engine oil and engine oil filter ch

72use and maintenance Atlantic 500DescriptionFront Hydraulic telescopic forkSUSPENSION Travel 100 mmRear Two double-acting hydraulic shock absorbers w

73use and maintenance Atlantic 500DescriptionIGNITION Type C.D.I., inductiveTiming advance Variable advance controlled by fuel injection ECUStandard C

74use and maintenance Atlantic 500WARNINGLUBRICANT CHART(Recommended) engine oil: SUPERBIKE 4, SAE 5W - 40 or 4T FORMULA RACING, SAE 5W - 40.As an

75use and maintenance Atlantic 500THE VALUE OF SERVICEThanks to ongoing technical updates and product-specific technical training, aprilia Authorised

76use and maintenance Atlantic 500Distributors

77use and maintenance Atlantic 500Distributors

78use and maintenance Atlantic 500WIRING DIAGRAM - Atlantic 500RGGGRRNNGGGGGGBG/NG/NBR/BiR/BiVVNNV/RV/RMVNG/BM/NGrRo/NArGrM/BiM/GGrV/GRo/GR/MBi/NAr/RM

79use and maintenance Atlantic 500WIRING DIAGRAM KEY - Atlantic 5001) Multiple connectors2) RPM sensor3) Stepper motor4) Coil5) Spark plug6) Fuel inje

8use and maintenance Atlantic 500 COOLEROILKeep your eyes on the road and pay closeattention to other traffic. Do not smoke, eat,drink or read while r

80use and maintenance Atlantic 500 Aprilia PURCHASE ONLY GENUINE SPARE PARTSREMARKS

81use and maintenance Atlantic 500 Aprilia PURCHASE ONLY GENUINE SPARE PARTSREMARKS

82use and maintenance Atlantic 500REMARKS Aprilia PURCHASE ONLY GENUINE SPARE PARTS

83use and maintenance Atlantic 500REMARKS Aprilia PURCHASE ONLY GENUINE SPARE PARTS

84use and maintenance Atlantic 500aprilia s.p.a. wishes to thank its customers for the purchase of this vehicle:– Do not dispose of oil, fuel, polluti

9use and maintenance Atlantic 500 A12345ONLY ORIGINALSDo not change the position, inclination orcolour of: number plate, direction indicators,lights a