for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the very best from your scooter. Please read it carefully before riding
the scooter for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your scooter. It also describes features, details and devices to assure
you that you have made the right choice. We believe that if you follow our suggestions, you will soon get to know your new vehicle and it will serve you
well for a long time to come. This booklet forms an integral part of the scooter; should the scooter be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner.
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Vespa would like to thank you for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the very best from your scooter. Please read it carefully before riding the scooter for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your scooter. It also describes features, details and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice.
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The instructions given in this manual are intended to provide a clear, simple guide to using your scooter; this booklet also details routine maintenance procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an authorised Dealer or Service Centre. The booklet also contains instructions for simple repairs.
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Personal safety Failure to completely observe these instructions will result in serious risk of personal injury. Safeguarding the environment Sections marked with this symbol indicate the correct use of the vehicle to prevent dam- aging the environment. Vehicle intactness The incomplete or non-observance of these regulations leads to the risk of serious damage to the vehicle and sometimes even the invalidity of the guarantee.
Dashboard (01_01) A = Ignition key-switch B = Bag hook C = Horn button D = Turn indicator switch E = Rear brake control lever F = Headlight switch G = Analogue instrument panel H = Front brake control lever I = Throttle grip L = Starter button...
Analogue instrument panel (01_02) A = Odometer B = Speedometer C = Fuel gauge D = High-beam warning light E = Low oil pressure warning light F = Fuel level warning light G = Digital clock H= Turn indicator warning light I = Headlight warning light Clock (01_03) Located in the instrument panel, it displays hours and minutes with 1 to 12 hour time,...
WARNING DEAD BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. THEY MUST DIS- POSED OF IN SUITABLE CONTAINERS AS PRESCRIBED BY THE REGULA- TIONS IN FORCE. Key switch (01_04) The key switch «A» is located on the front knee-guard panel near the bag hook. SWITCH POSITIONS ON«1»: Ready to start position, non-extractable key, mechanical antitheft device dis- abled.
CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «OFF» WHILE RIDING. Switch direction indicators (01_06) Lever «D» towards «1» = left turn indicators switched on; Lever «D» towards «2» = right turn indicators switched on; The lever «D» automatically goes back to «0 » and the turn indicators remain on; push the lever «D»...
Light switch (01_08) When the light switch «F» is set to «0», the low beam light is on. When set to «1», the high-beam light is activated. 01_08 Start-up button (01_09) To start the engine, pull either of the two brake levers and then push the button «L». 01_09 Fuel tank (01_10) The fuel tank cap «B»...
Opening the saddle (01_11) Insert the key into the saddle lock «A», turn it anticlockwise and tip the saddle forward. 01_11 Keys (01_12) The vehicle is supplied with two keys (one spare) which serve to start the engine and unlock the saddle compartment. The keys are accompanied by a tag marked with the identification code to be quoted when ordering duplicates.
CAUTION BE REMINDED THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION NUMBERS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS (IMPOUNDING OF THE VEHICLE, ETC.). Chassis number 01_14 The number «A» is stamped near the battery compartment. Remove the helmet com- partment to read it . Engine number The engine number «B»...
Checks (02_01) Before using the vehicle, check: 1. That the fuel tank is full. 2. The oil level in the rear hub. 3. The engine oil level. 4. That tyres are properly inflated. 5. The correct functioning of the headlights, tail light, turn indicators, stop light and 02_01 license plate light.
CAUTION PETROL DAMAGES THE PLASTIC PARTS OF THE BODYWORK. Tyre pressure (02_03) Check tyre pressure as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table. CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD.INCOR- RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID- ING DANGEROUS.
Rear tyre Tubeless, 120/70 - 10'' 54L Shock absorbers adjustment (02_04, 02_05) The preloading of the spring can be adjusted to 4 positions using the ring nut located in the lower part of the shock absorbers and the specific spanner supplied. Position 1: minimum preload: driver only Position 2 medium preloading: driver only Position 3 medium preloading: rider and passenger...
Running in (02_06) WARNING DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80% OF ITS MAXIMUM SPEED. AVOID TWISTING THE THROTTLE GRIP FULLY OR KEEP- ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD. AFTER THE FIRST 1000 KM, GRADUALLY INCREASE SPEED UNTIL REACHING THE MAX- IMUM PERFORMANCE.
CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH, ALWAYS TAKE CARE, WHEN PARKING THE SCOOTER, THAT THE EXHAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS. Precautions 02_09 WARNING NEVER STRESS THE ENGINE AT LOW TEMPERATURES IN ORDER TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE.
Difficult start up (02_11, 02_12, 02_13) If there is a problem you can follow the instructions below: 1.Carburettor flooded. Place the vehicle on the centre stand and check that the rear tyre is off the ground. Open the throttle fully and press the starter button for five sec- onds and then stop for five seconds.
Stopping the engine (02_14) Stop acceleration, then turn the key switch "D" to "OFF " to turn off the engine (ex- tractable key). CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH, ALWAYS TAKE CARE, WHEN PARKING THE SCOOTER, THAT THE 02_14 EXHAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS.
Catalytic silencer (02_16) CAUTION TAMPERING WITH THE CATALYTIC MUFFLER MAY CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE CAUTION 02_16 WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE, DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CAT- ALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH, ALWAYS BE CAREFUL THAT THE MUF- FLER DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS.
Stand (02_17) Lower the centre stand «F» by kicking the bracket while pulling the vehicle backward, holding onto the handlebar. 02_17 Automatic transmission (02_18) To ensure simple, pleasurable riding, the vehicle is equipped with automatic trans- mission with regulator and centrifugal clutch. The system is designed to give the best possible performance in terms of both acceleration and consumption, on level ground and uphill, thanks to the adjustments made to engine speed and transmitted torque.
Safe driving (02_19) Some simple tips are provided below that will enable you to use your vehicle on a daily basis in greater safety and peace of mind. Your skill and your mechanical knowledge are the basis of safe riding. We recommend trying out the vehicle in traffic - free zones, in order to acquire a good knowledge of the vehicle.
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RENDERS THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TO THE APPROVED TYPE AND DANGEROUS FOR RIDING. CAUTION DO NOT ADJUST THE MIRRORS WHILE RIDING. THIS COULD CAUSE YOU TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. WARNING IN ORDER TO PREVENT ANY ACCIDENTS RIDE VERY CAREFULLY AFTER ADDING ACCESSORIES AND WHILE CARRYING LUGGAGE.
Engine oil level In 4T engines, the engine oil is used to lubricate the distribution elements, the bench bearings and the thermal group. An insufficient quantity of oil can cause serious damage to the engine. In all four-stroke engines, a loss of efficiency in oil perform- ance and consumption should be considered normal.
Engine oil change (03_03) The oil and the cartridge filter «C» must be changed as indicated in the scheduled maintenance tables at an Authorised Service Centre. The engine should be emptied by draining the oil from the drainage plug «B » of the gauze filter on the flywheel side. In order to facilitate the oil drainage, loosen the cap/dipstick.
CAUTION USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE. Recommended products AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Engine oil SAE 5W-40, API SL, ACEA A3, JASO MA Synthetic oil Hub oil level (03_04, 03_05) Make sure there is oil in the rear hub checking this at the intervals specified in the scheduled maintenance table.
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CAUTION RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH INSUFFICIENT HUB LUBRICATION OR WITH CON- TAMINATED OR IMPROPER LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES THE WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE. CAUTION USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. FOR OIL REPLACEMENT, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE, WHICH IS EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIEND- LY AND LEGAL WAY.
Tyres (03_06) Periodically check the inflation pressure of each tyre (when cold). Tyres are fitted with wear indicators; tyres should be replaced as soon as these indi- cators become visible on the tyre tread. Also check that the tyres do not show signs of splitting at the sidewalls or irregular tread wear;...
Spark plug dismantlement (03_07, 03_08, 03_09, 03_10) In order to inspect the spark plug, follow the operation described when the engine is cold: 1. Lift the saddle and remove the helmet compartment «A». 2. Remove the spark plug inspection door «B». 3.
CHAMPION RG 6 YC Alternative spark plug NGK CR7EB Electrode gap 0.7 ÷ 0.8 mm 03_10 Removing the air filter (03_11, 03_12) Remove the side fairing by undoing the screw «A» and the smaller screw «B». Take off air cleaner cover «D» after having unscrewed the 6 fixing screws «C», then take out the filter.
Air filter cleaning (03_13) 1. Wash the sponge with water and neutral soap. 2. Dry it with a clean cloth and small blasts of compressed air. 3. Impregnate the sponge with a mixture of 50% petrol and 50% specified oil. 4.
To ensure the best functioning of the SAS system, the scooter should be taken to an Authorised Service Centre to have the filter cleaned as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Table. The filter sponge should be cleaned with water and mild soap, then it should be dried with a cloth and slight blows of compressed air.
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Under standard climatic conditions, replace coolant as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table. This operation must be carried out by trained technicians; take your scooter to an authorised Service Centre or Dealer. WARNING ONLY USE DOT 4 CLASS BRAKE FLUIDS. COOLING SYSTEM FLUIDS ARE HIGHLY CORROSIVE.
Battery (03_19) To access the battery it is necessary to tilt the saddle forwards, then remove the battery compartment access cover by undoing the screw «A». The battery is the electrical device that requires the most frequent inspections and thorough maintenance. WARNING 03_19 SPENT BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.
WARNING SPENT BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS. Characteristic Battery Sealed, 12 V / 10 Ah Long periods of inactivity Battery performance will decrease if the vehicle is not used for a long time. This is the result of the natural phenomenon of battery discharging plus residual absorption by vehicle components with constant power consumption.
WARNING DO NOT DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLES WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THIS CAN CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE ELECTRONIC CON- TROL UNIT. WARNING SPENT BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS.
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CAUTION MODIFICATIONS OR REPAIRS TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, PERFORMED INCORRECTLY OR WITHOUT STRICT ATTENTION TO THE TECHNICAL SPEC- IFICATIONS OF THE SYSTEM, CAN CAUSE ERRORS IN FUNCTIONING AND RISK OF FIRE. CAUTION 03_22 BEFORE REPLACING THE BLOWN FUSE, FIND AND SOLVE THE FAILURE THAT CAUSED IT TO BLOW.
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USES Fuse No. 1 Capacity: 15A Protected circuits:Battery- powered control unit, recharge circuit. Live power supply to carburettor heater, automatic starter, control unit, air valve, electric pump control device, circuits protected by fuses No. 3-4. Location:battery compartment . Fuse No. 2 Capacity: 15A Protected circuits:Battery-...
Quantity: 5 Instrument panel light bulbs Type: All glass Power: 12V - 2W Quantity: 3 License plate light bulb Type: ALL GLASS Power: 12V - 5W Quantity: 1 Front light group (03_25, 03_26, 03_27, 03_28) To access the headlight bulbs, remove the front of the handlebar cover, as follows: 1.
THE PHENOMENON SHOULD QUICKLY DISAPPEAR WHEN THE LIGHT IS SWITCHED ON. THE PRESENCE OF DROPS OF WATER, ON THE OTHER HAND, COULD INDI- CATE THAT WATER IS INFILTRATING. CONTACT THE PIAGGIO AFTER-SALES SERVICE NETWORK. Headlight adjustment (03_29, 03_30) Proceed as follows: 03_27 1.
03_30 Front direction indicators (03_31, 03_32) To replace the bulbs: 1. Remove the turn indicator from its fitting by undoing the screw «A». 2. Take out the bulb holder «B» from its fitting by turning it anticlockwise. 3. Press the bulb, turn it anticlockwise and then take it out. To refit, proceed in reverse order.
Rear optical unit (03_33, 03_34) To replace the rear light bulb: 1. Remove the two screws «A». 2. Take out the bulb holder «B» from its fitting by turning it anticlockwise. 3. Press the bulb, turn it anticlockwise and then take it out. To refit, proceed in reverse order.
03_36 Number plate light (03_37) To replace the bulb: 1. Hold the rubber bulb holder «A» and take it out. 2. Slide off the bulb from the bulb holder and replace it. 03_37 Rear-view mirrors (03_38) The mirrors can be set to the desired position by adjusting the mirror frame. To remove the rear view mirror unscrew the nut «A»...
Idle adjustment (03_39) Proceed as follows: 1. Rest the scooter on its centre stand and lift the saddle. 2. Remove the helmet compartment. 3. To adjust idle speed, start the engine, then loose or tighten the screw «B» until you reach the recommended idle speed taking care the engine does not make the rear wheel move.
Front disc brake (03_40) The brake disc and pad wear is automatically compensated, therefore it has no effect on the functioning of the front and rear brakes. For this reason it is not necessary to adjust the brakes. An excessively elastic brake lever stroke may indicate the presence of air in the braking circuit or a failure in the braking system.
ORDER TO AVOID THIS, WE RECOMMEND WASHING THE VEHICLE FRE- QUENTLY WHEN RIDING IN THESE ROAD CONDITIONS. Rear drum brake (03_41) Operate adjustment nut «B» and loosen lock nut «A» shown in the figure. Note that when the throttle is in idle the wheel should rotate free. After the adjustment, screw lock nut «A».
WARNING THE WHEELS FITTED WITH TYRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED. RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH VERY LOW TYRE PRESSURE OR WITH INCORRECTLY BALANCED TYRES CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS. Periods of inactivity (03_42) We recommend carrying out the following operations: 1.
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engine, use petroleum, a brush and clean cloths. Petroleum can damage paintwork. Remember that any polishing with silicone wax must always be preceded by washing CAUTION DETERGENTS POLLUTE WATER. THEREFORE THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE WASHED IN AN AREA EQUIPPED FOR THE COLLECTION AND PURIFICATION OF THE LIQUIDS USED.
WARNING CLEAN YOUR SCOOTER FREQUENTLY SO AS TO AVOID POSSIBLE DIRT OR MUD DEPOSITS THAT COULD CAUSE MALFUNCTIONING IN THE THROTTLE GRIP TRANSMISSION AND/OR OTHER COMPONENTS. CLEANING CHROME-PLATED PARTS After cleaning chrome-plated parts, polish them with a specific product for chrome- plated, aluminium or stainless steel surfaces.
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Filters, jets or carburettor dirty or Contact an Authorised Service clogged. Centre. Insufficient battery charge Recharge the battery. IGNITION PROBLEMS No spark from spark plug. Due to Check that the electrodes are the presence of high voltage, this properly adjusted. Check that the check should only be carried out by electrodes are clean (clean with an expert.
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INEFFICIENT BRAKING Oil on drum or disc. Worn Pads/ Contact an Authorised Service Shoes Centre incorrect rear brake adjustment Adjust INEFFICIENT SUSPENSIONS Inefficient shock absorbers, oil Contact an Authorised Service leakage, deteriorated end of stroke Centre buffers. IRREGULAR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Deteriorated variable speed rollers Contact an Authorised Service and/or driving belt and/or clutch...
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ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA Type Single-cylinder, 4-stroke Cubic capacity 124 cm³ Bore x stroke 57.0 x 48.6 mm Compression ratio 10.6 ± 0.5 : 1 Engine idle speed 1650 ± 100 rpm Timing system 2 valves, single overhead camshaft, chain driven. Valve clearance Inlet: 0.10 mm Outlet: 0.15 mm MAX.
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Ignition advance Three-dimensional map managed by control unit Spark plug CHAMPION RG 6 YC Alternative spark plug NGK CR7EB Fuel supply Carburettor KEHIN CVK 26 and electrical fuel pump. Fuel Unleaded petrol (95 RON) Exhaust muffler absorption-type exhaust muffler with catalytic converter. Emission regulations EURO 3 VEHICLE TECHNICAL DATA...
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Front rim 11'' x 2.50 Rear rim 10'' x 3.00 Front tyre Tubeless, 110/70 - 11'' 45L Rear tyre Tubeless, 120/70 - 10'' 54L Front tyre pressure (with 1.6 bar (1.6 bar) passenger) Rear tyre pressure (with 2.0 bar (2.3 bar) passenger) Kerb weight 114 ±...
Kit equipment (04_02) The toolkit comprises: - One box-spanner. - One twin screwdriver. - One special spanner for adjusting rear shock absorbers. The tools are stored in the helmet compartment. 04_02...
Warnings (05_01) WARNING IT IS ALSO RECOMMENDED THAT "ORIGINAL PIAGGIO SPARE PARTS" BE USED, AS THESE ARE THE ONLY ONES OFFERING YOU THE SAME QUALITY ASSURANCE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE VEHICLE. IT SHOULD BE REMEMBERED THAT USING NON-ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS CAUSES YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS TO EXPIRE.
Scheduled maintenance table (06_01) Adequate maintenance is fundamental to ensuring long-lasting, optimum operation and performance of your vehicle. To this end, a series of checks and maintenance operations (at the owner's expense) have been suggested, which are included in the summary table on the following page. Any minor faults should be reported without delay to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer without waiting until the next scheduled service to solve it.
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Throttle lever - adjustment Steering - adjustment Brake control levers - greasing Brake pads - check condition and wear Brake fluid level - check Safety locks - check Electrical system and battery - check Tyre pressure and wear - check Vehicle and brake test - road test (*) See instructions in the «Idle speed adjustment»...
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Brake fluid level - check Electrical system and battery - check Centre stand - lubrication Tyre pressure and wear - check Vehicle and brake test - road test AFTER 12,000 KM; 60,000 KM Engine oil - replacement Hub oil level - check Air filter - clean Engine oil - change Oil filter (net filter) - clean...
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Transmission elements - lubrication Safety locks - check Suspensions - check Electrical system and battery - check Headlight - adjustment Centre stand - lubrication Secondary air filter - cleaning Tyre pressure and wear - check Vehicle and brake test - road test (*) See instructions in the «Idle speed adjustment»...
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Cylinder ventilation system - cleaning Odometer cable - greasing Steering - adjustment Brake control levers - greasing Brake pads - check condition and wear Brake fluid level - check Transmission elements - lubrication Safety locks - check Suspensions - check Electrical system and battery - check Headlight - adjustment Tyre pressure and wear - check...
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Engine oil - change Oil filter (net filter) - clean Variable speed rollers/pads - check Driving belt - check Brake pads - check condition and wear Brake fluid level - check Electrical system and battery - check Centre stand - lubrication Tyre pressure and wear - check Vehicle and brake test - road test AFTER 36,000 KM...
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Driving belt - replacement Odometer cable - greasing Steering - adjustment Brake control levers - greasing Brake pads - check condition and wear Brake fluid level - check Flexible brake tubes - replacement Transmission elements - lubrication Safety locks - check Suspensions - check Electrical system and battery - check Headlight - adjustment...
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Air filter - clean Engine oil - change Oil filter (net filter) - clean Valve clearance - adjustment Idle speed (*) - adjustment Throttle lever - adjustment Pads and variator rollers - replacement Driving belt - replacement Odometer cable - greasing Steering - adjustment Cylinder ventilation system - check Brake control levers - greasing...
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Vehicle and brake test - road test (*) See instructions in the «Idle speed adjustment» section RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications AGIP ROTRA 80W-90 Rear hub oil SAE 80W/90 Oil that exceeds the requirements of API GL3 specifications AGIP BRAKE 4 Brake fluid FMVSS DOT 4 Synthetic fluid AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T...
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1 US Gallon (US gal) 3.785 Litre (l) 1 Pound (lb) 0.454 Kilogram (kg) 1 Cubic inch (in³) 16.4 Cubic centimetres (cm³) 1 Foot pound (ft lb) 1.356 Newton meter (Nm) 1 Miles per hour (mi/h) 1.602 Kilometres per hour (km/h) 1 Pound per square inch (PSI) 0.069 (bar) 1 Fahrenheit (°F)
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The descriptions and illustrations given in this publication are not binding. While the basic features as described and illustrated in this manual remain unchanged, PIAGGIO - GILERA reserves the right, at any time and without being required to update this publication beforehand, to make any changes to components, parts or accessory supplies, which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are required for manufacturing or construction reasons.
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