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PIAGGIO 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 vehicle. Please read it carefully before riding
the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. 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 scooter and it will serve you
well for a long time to come. This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle; should the vehicle be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner.
X8 125 - 200
Ed. 01_09/2012

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  • Page 1 PIAGGIO 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 vehicle. Please read it carefully before riding the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. It also describes features, details and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice.
  • Page 2 The instructions given in this manual are intended to provide a clear, simple guide to using your vehicle; 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.
  • Page 3 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INDEX VEHICLE..................Automatictransmission.............. 32 Dashboard................Safedriving................33 Analogueinstrumentpanel............MAINTENANCE................37 Clock..................10 Engineoillevel................38 Settingthehour/minutesfunction..........10 Engineoillevelcheck............... 38 Keyswitch.................. 11 Engineoiltop-up..............38 Lockingthesteeringwheel............11 Warninglight(insufficientoilpressure)........39 Releasingthesteeringwheel........... 11 Engineoilchange..............39 Switchdirectionindicators............12 Huboillevel................40 Hornbutton................12 Tyres..................43 Lightswitch................13 Sparkplugdismantlement............
  • Page 6 delveicolo.................. 68 Cleaningthevehicle..............69 TECHNICALDATA............... 73 Toolkit..................77 SPAREPARTSANDACCESSORIES........... 79 Warnings................... 80 SCHEDULEDMAINTENANCE............. 83 Scheduledservicingtable............84...

  • Page 7: Vehicle

    X8 125 - 200 Chap. 01 Vehicle...

  • Page 8: Dashboard

    01_01 01_02 Dashboard (01_02) A = Ignition key-switch B = Starter button C = Throttle control D = Front brake lever...

  • Page 9: Analogueinstrumentpanel

    E = Turn indicator switch F = Headlight switch G = Rear brake lever H = Horn button I = Engine cut-off switch L = Boot opening switch M = Saddle opening button N = Instrument panel unit O = Indicator unit P = Bag hook Analogueinstrumentpanel (01_03) A = Twin scale speedometer (km/h and mph)

  • Page 10: Clock

    N = Helmet compartment light ON warning light O = Preset warning light P = Analogue clock Q = Total odometer R = Trip odometer S = Trip odometer reset button Clock (01_04) The clock, powered directly by the vehicle's battery, may be set by pressing the «T» button located inside the LHS glove-box on the knee-guard panel.

  • Page 11: Keyswitch

    Keyswitch (01_05) LOCK = Ignition disabled, extractable key, mechanical antitheft device enabled. OFF = Ignition disabled, extractable key,mechanical antitheft device disabled. ON = Ready to start, non-extractable key, mechanical antitheft device disabled. 01_05 Lockingthesteeringwheel Turn the handlebar to the left (as far as it will go), turn the key to «LOCK» and remove the key.

  • Page 12: Switchdirectionindicators

    Switchdirectionindicators (01_06) Lever towards "S" = Left turn indicator is switched on; Lever towards "D" = Right turn indicator is switched on; The lever returns automatically to position "0" and the turn indicator "B" remains on; press the lever to turn them off. 01_06 Hornbutton (01_07) Push the «C»...

  • Page 13: Lightswitch

    Lightswitch (01_08) 0 = Low-beam light 1 = High beam light 2 = Passing (flashing) 01_08 Start-upbutton (01_09) To start the engine, press the starter button "G" while pulling either of the two brake levers. 01_09...

  • Page 14: Enginestopbutton

    1 = RUN 01_10 Theimmobilizersystem In order to enhance theft protection, the vehicle is equipped with a «PIAGGIO IMMO- BILIZER » electronic engine locking device that is activated automatically when the ignition switch is removed. Upon start-up, the «PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER» system checks the starter key, and only if this key is recognised will the Immobiliser system allow the vehicle to be started.

  • Page 15: Programmingtheimmobilizersystem

    Together with the two keys, you will be given a CODE CARD bearing the same me- chanical code imprinted onto the two keys. 01_12 01_13 Programmingtheimmobilizersystem The procedure for programming the «PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER» system and/or for storing other key codes is described below.
  • Page 16 Procedurestart-redkey Ensure that the emergency cut-off switch is in position "ON". Insert the key with red grip into the key switch (in "OFF" position) and turn it to "ON". After 1 - 3 seconds, turn the key to "OFF" again and pull it out. Intermediatestep-blackkey After pulling out the red key, insert the black key within 10 seconds and promptly turn it to "ON".
  • Page 17 01_15 01_16...

  • Page 18: Powersupplysocket

    Powersupplysocket (01_17) The scooter is equipped with a 12V socket, "D", inside the LHS glove compartment. This may be used to power electrical devices with a maximum power below 180W (i.e. mobile phones, flashlights, etc.). CAUTION PROLONGED USE OF THE PLUG SOCKET MAY RESULT IN PARTIAL DIS- 01_17 CHARGE OF THE BATTERY Thesaddle (01_18, 01_19, 01_20)

  • Page 19: Openingthesaddle

    01_19 01_20 Openingthesaddle (01_21) With the key set to "OFF" or "ON" or with the engine on, you can electrically open the saddle by pressing button "M". If the electric opening does not work, use the emer- gency lever "A". When the key is set to "LOCK" the saddle cannot be opened. OBJECTS INAPPROPRIATELY PLACED INSIDE THE HELMET COMPARTMENT MAY CAUSE THE SADDLE TO DEFORM AND MAY PREVENT THE COURTESY LIGHT FROM TURNING OFF.

  • Page 20: Openingthesaddletoaccessthehelmetcompartmentinanemerge Ncy

    HOWEVER, THIS IS SIGNALLED BY THE CORRESPONDING WARNING LIGHT FITTED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL Openingthesaddletoaccessthehelmetcompartmentinanemerge ncy (01_22) When the key is set to the "OFF" or "ON" positions the fuel tank flap can be opened by pressing the switch key. Use lever"A" to open the saddle. 01_22 Identification (01_23, 01_24) The identification registration numbers consist of a prefix stamped on the chassis and...

  • Page 21: Reartopboxopeningbutton

    01_24 Reartopboxopeningbutton (01_25, 01_26) If the ignition key-switch is turned onto either the "ON" or "OFF" position, or the engine is running, it is possible to open the boot door electrically, pressing button "N". Should the electrical opening fail, please use lever "B", located underneath the fuel tank filler flap.

  • Page 23: Use

    X8 125 - 200 Chap. 02...

  • Page 24: Refuelling

    Refuelling (02_01, 02_02) Fuel: Remove the filler cap, «A». Recommended fuel: Unleaded petrol (95 octane min.). The fuel level is indicated by the digital gauge, «B». WARNING SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE REFUELLING WITH PETROL. 02_01 PETROL IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE. DO NOT SMOKE AND KEEP NAKED FLAMES AT A DISTANCE:FIRE HAZARD.

  • Page 25: Tyrepressure

    CAUTION USING NON-RECOMMENDED PETROL REDUCES THE EFFICIENCY OF THE EXHAUST AND FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEMS. WARNING IT IS HIGHLY INADVISABLE TO REFUEL USING METHODS OTHER THAN NOR- MAL FUEL PUMPS. IF PETROL IS NOT COMPLETELY CLEAN, IT CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEM FILTERS. Characteristic Fuel tank capacity Fuel tank capacity: 12 l (approx.)
  • Page 26 CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD.INCOR- RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID- ING DANGEROUS. TYRES MUST BE REPLACED WHEN THE TREAD REACHES THE WEAR LIMITS SET FORTH BY LAW. Characteristic Front wheel pressure (basic model) Front wheel inflation pressure (basic model): 2.0 bar Front wheel pressure (model with accessories) Front tyre inflation pressure (model with accessories): 2.3 bar...

  • Page 27: Shockabsorbersadjustment

    Shockabsorbersadjustment (02_04) The preloading of the springs can be adjusted to 4 positions acting on the ring nut located in the lower part of the shock absorbers with the specific spanner supplied. Position 1: minimum preload: rider only Position 2 medium preloading: rider only Position 3 medium preloading: rider and passenger Position 4: maximum preloading: rider, passenger, and luggage.

  • Page 28: Runningin

    Runningin DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM. DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80% OF ITS MAX. SPEED. AVOID OPENING THE THROTTLE GRIP COMPLETELY OR KEEP- ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD. AFTER THE FIRST 1000 KM. INCREASE SPEED PROGRESSIVELY, IF POSSIBLE, UNTIL THE MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IS OBTAINED.
  • Page 29 5. Pull either the front, «D», or rear brake lever, «G», while pressing the starter button, «B». WARNING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAKES THE REAR WHEEL TURN EVEN WHEN THE THROTTLE IS SLIGHTLY TWISTED. RELEASE THE BRAKE CARE- FULLY AFTER STARTING, AND THEN ACCELERATE GRADUALLY. CAUTION DO NOT START-UP THE ENGINE IN CLOSED AREAS BECAUSE EXHAUST GASES ARE TOXIC.

  • Page 30: Precautions

    Precautions CAUTION NEVER STRESS THE ENGINE AT LOW TEMPERATURES IN ORDER TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE. BE CAREFUL NEVER TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM SPEED WHILE RUNNING DOWNHILL, IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ENGINE. IN ANY CASE, IN ORDER TO PRESERVE THE ENGINE FROM PROLONGED OVERREVVING, THE REVOLUTION LIMITER WILL BE ACTIVATED IF THE EN- GINE SPEED EXCEEDS THE ESTABLISHED THRESHOLD.

  • Page 31: Stoppingtheengine

    However, once the engine has been started, it will be necessary to turn to an Au- thorized Piaggio Service Centre in order to check the causes and restore the correct function. A new start-up system interlocked with an automatic valve lifter has allowed improving the working conditions of the electric starter motor.

  • Page 32: Stand

    WARNING TO START AFTER A LONG STATIONARY PERIOD, OR IN SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS, FULLY TWIST THE THROTTLE 2÷3 TIMES BEFORE PRESSING THE STARTER BUTTON. Stand (02_06) CENTRE STAND Push with your foot on the centre stand's fork "F" while lifting the vehicle backward, holding onto the handlebar.

  • Page 33: Safedriving

    best performance (acceleration and consumption) while driving on both flat roads and uphill. If you have to stop up a hill (traffic lights, traffic jam, etc.) use only the brake to keep the vehicle still, leaving the engine running at idle speed. Using the engine to keep the vehicle still can cause the clutch to overheat, due to the friction of the clutch mechanism itself against the capstan.
  • Page 34 THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES- SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW. IF THERE ARE ANY NON-PIAGGIO ACCESSORIES INSTALLED, OR AN AB- NORMAL LOAD, OR IF THE SCOOTER IS NOT IN A GENERALLY GOOD CON- DITION, OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT, SPEED SHOULD BE FURTHER REDUCED.
  • Page 35 CAUTION DO NOT ADJUST THE MIRRORS WHILE RIDING. THIS COULD CAUSE YOU TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. CAUTION ANY ELABORATION THAT MODIFIES THE VEHICLE'S PERFORMANCES, SUCH AS TAMPERING WITH ORIGINAL STRUCTURAL PARTS IS STRICTLY FORBID- DEN BY LAW, AND RENDERS THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TO THE APPROVED TYPE AND DANGEROUS FOR RIDING.

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    X8 125 - 200 Chap. 03 Maintenance...

  • Page 38: Engineoillevel

    Engineoillevel 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.

  • Page 39: Warninglight(Insufficientoilpressure) (03_02

    The oil and cartridge filter «C» should be replaced every 6,000 km (125 cc) or 12,000 Km (250 cc) at an Authorized Piaggio Service Centre. The engine should be emp- tied by draining the oil from the filter drainage tap «B» on the flywheel side. In order to facilitate the oil drainage, loosen the cap/bar.

  • Page 40: Huboillevel

    WARNING EXCESSIVE OIL LEVEL AT TOP-UPS CAN LEAD TO SCALE FORMATION AND VEHICLE MALFUNCTION. CAUTION USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. FOR 03_04 OIL CHANGE, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE WHICH IS EQUIP- PED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY.
  • Page 41 1) Park the scooter on level ground and place it on the centre stand. 2) Unscrew the dipstick "A", dry it with a clean rag and then reinsert it, screwing it tightly into place; 3) Remove the dipstick and check that the oil level is above the first notch from the bottom.
  • Page 42 Recommended products AGIP GEAR SAE 80W-90 Lubricant for gearboxes and transmissions. API GL-4 03_05 03_06...

  • Page 43: Tyres

    BALANCED TYRES CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS. CAUTION THE USE OF TYRES OTHER THAN THOSE INDICATED MAY CAUSE INSTABIL- ITY. IT IS HIGHLY ADVISABLE TO USE ORIGINAL PIAGGIO TYRES. Characteristic Front wheel pressure (basic model) Front wheel inflation pressure (basic model): 2.0 bar...

  • Page 44: Sparkplugdismantlement

    Front tyre inflation pressure (model with accessories): 2.3 bar Rear tyre pressure - rider Rear tyre pressure (rider only): 2.2 bar Rear tyre pressure (rider and passenger): 2.6 bar Sparkplugdismantlement (03_08) Remove the spark-plug access door, on the RHS fairing of the vehicle, by loosening the fixing screw and using a flat screwdriver to release the aft clip, and then proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 45: Removingthesides

    12,000 KM. THE USE OF ELECTRONIC CENTRAL UNITS OR ELECTRONIC IG- NITIONS DIFFERING FROM THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SERIOUSLY DAM- AGE THE ENGINE. IF THE REMOVAL OF THE SPARK PLUG IS ATTEMPTED AFTER FLOODING THE ENGINE (EXPULSION OF EXCESS FUEL IN THE SEC- TION «SAFE RIDING»), IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE SMALL PIPE TO THE SPARK PLUG IS KEPT CONNECTED AND THE LATTER IS IN CONTACT WITH A GROUND FAR FROM THE SPARK PLUG HOLE ITSELF IN ORDER TO AVOID...
  • Page 46 6. Loosen the two screws "G" and hence remove the fairing mid-joining segment (de- taching the license plate lamp connector), in order to allow for the removal of the underlying fixings "H". The figure shows the removal of the LHS fairing; the RHS may be removed following the same procedure.
  • Page 47 03_13 03_14 03_15...

  • Page 48: Removingtheairfilter

    03_16 Removingtheairfilter (03_17) Proceed as follows: 1. Remove the LHS fairing; 2. Loosen the screws "A" (two of which have a knob-type head) and remove the air filter cover. 03_17 Airfiltercleaning 1. Wash the sponge with water and mild soap. 2.

  • Page 49: Secondaryairsystem

    The system is provided with a control valve that prevents its functioning while decel- erating, to avoid unwanted noise. To ensure the best functioning of the SAS system, every two years the scooter should be taken to an authorised Piaggio service centre to have the filters cleaned (Sched- uled maintenance section).

  • Page 50: Coolingfluidlevel

    "D" on the analogue instrument panel by coloured references. If the pointer enters into the red zone, stop the engine, let it cool down and check the fluid level; if the result is normal, turn to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre. 03_20 The fluid inspection should be carried out every 6,000 km when the engine is cold, following the methods indicated below.
  • Page 51 It is therefore indispensable to have the cooling system checked at an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre. The coolant should be replaced every 2 years. For this operation, please contact an authorised Piaggio service centre. 03_22 N.B. IF DURING A NON-DEMANDING RIDE THE COOLANT WARNING LIGHT COMES ON, SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND ALLOW IT TO COOL DOWN.

  • Page 52: Checkingthebrakeoillevel

    Should the level appear to be below the minimum mark, please contact your nearest 03_24 PIAGGIO-GILERA Dealer or Authorised Service Station in order to carry out a thorough inspection of the braking system.

  • Page 53: Brakingsystemfluidtopup

    This operation must be carried out by trained technicians; please contact your nearest 03_25 Authorised PIAGGIO Dealer or Service Centre. WARNING ONLY USE DOT 4-CLASSIFIED BRAKE FLUID. BRAKE CIRCUIT FLUID IS VERY CORROSIVE; MAKE SURE THAT IT DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAINTWORK.

  • Page 54: Battery

    Synthetic fluid SAE J 1703 -FMVSS 116 - DOT 3/4 - ISO 4925 - CUNA NC 956 DOT Battery (03_26) To access the battery, proceed as follows: 1. Place the vehicle on its centre stand; 2. Open the saddle, following the previously described procedure; 3.

  • Page 55: Checkingtheelectrolytelevel

    WARNING USED BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA- TIONS IN FORCE. Checkingtheelectrolytelevel The electrolyte level, which should be checked regularly, must always be at the max- imum level. To reach this level, use only distilled water. Should it become necessary to top up the battery with water too frequently, check the vehicle's electrical system because the battery is being overloaded, causing it to lose power quickly.

  • Page 56: Fuses

    Fuses (03_27) Protection of the various circuits comprising the electrical system is provided by a total of nine fuses, distributed among two fuse-holders, both located inside the battery compartment. The table below shows the location and specifications of each of the fuses equipping the vehicle.
  • Page 57 Protected circuits: Radiator fan - battery charge - ignition control unit - Line protected by fuse 7 - Line protected by fuse 6 - Line protected by fuse 9 Location:Battery compartment (on LHS) Fuse No. 3 Position on fuse holder:3 Capacity: 10 A Protected circuits: Boot and seat opening with buttons on the...
  • Page 58 Location:Battery compartment (on LHS) Fuse No. 6 Position on fuse holder:6 Capacity: 10 A Protected circuits: Power supply for antitheft protection system, control unit for seat opening and PICS Location:Battery compartment (on RHS) Fuse No. 7 Position on fuse holder:7 Capacity: 7.5 A Protected circuits: Reserve fuel gauge...
  • Page 59 Fuse No. 9 Position on fuse holder:9 Capacity:5 A Protected circuits: Brake lights bulb 12V-10W - Starter motor initiation Location:Battery compartment (on RHS) IGHT BULBS TABLE High-beam light bulb Type: HALOGEN (H7) Power: 12V - 55W Quantity: 1 Low beam bulb Type: HALOGEN (H1) Power: 12V - 55W Quantity: 1...
  • Page 60 Quantity: 4 Front turn indicator bulb Type: ALL GLASS Power: 12V - 5W Quantity: 2 RHS + 2 LHS Helmet compartment light bulb Type: CYLINDRIC Power: 12V - 5W Quantity: 1 Rear turn indicator light bulb Type: Spherical Power: 12V - 10W Quantity: 1 RHS + 1 LHS Rear tail light bulb Type: ALL GLASS...

  • Page 61: Frontlightgroup

    Application: Lights - High-beam lights Quantity: 1 12V - 2W warning light bulbs Type: ALL GLASS Application: Engine oil pressure - Fuel reserve Helmet compartment light Quantity: 3 Application: Turn indicators Quantity: 2 Frontlightgroup (03_28, 03_29, 03_30) To remove the rear light assembly, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 62: Headlightadjustment

    WARNING HIGH- AND LOW-BEAM BULBS ARE HALOGEN TYPE: DO NOT TOUCH THEM WITH YOUR FINGERS TO AVOID DAMAGING THEIR FUNCTION. 03_29 03_30 Headlightadjustment (03_31, 03_32) Proceed as follows: 1. Position the unloaded scooter, in running order and with the tyres inflated to the prescribed pressure, on a flat surface 10 m away from a half-lit white screen;...

  • Page 63: Frontdirectionindicators

    N.B. THE ABOVE PROCEDURE COMPLIES WITH THE EUROPEAN STANDARDS RE- GARDING MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM HEIGHT OF LIGHT BEAMS. REFER TO THE STATUTORY REGULATIONS IN FORCE IN EVERY COUNTRY WHERE THE VE- HICLE IS USED. 03_32 Frontdirectionindicators (03_33, 03_34, 03_35) To replace a burst bulb: 1.

  • Page 64: Rearopticalunit

    03_35 Rearopticalunit (03_36, 03_37) Open the rear flap (boot door), loosen the two fixing screws, "D", and remove the taillight assembly from its housing. Follow this procedure to remove the bulbs: Side lights - Snap-on central bulb " A" Stop lights - Side bulbs "B" in bayonet socket making a 30° clockwise turn. 03_36...

  • Page 65: Rearturnindicators

    Rearturnindicators (03_37) Detach the taillight to reach the fixing screw «I» of the turn indicator. Detach the bulb rubber holders and slide the burned out bulbs off the bayonet joint. 03_37 Numberplatelight (03_38) Loosen the two screws "G" and detach the plastic bulb socket; Detach the bulb rubber socket and remove the bulb by disengaging the bayonet joint.

  • Page 66: Helmetcompartmentlightingbulb

    Helmetcompartmentlightingbulb (03_39) Open the rear compartment and insert a small plain slot screwdriver in the lateral notch to detach the snap-on glass «D», then replace the bulb. 03_39 Rear-viewmirrors (03_40) The mirrors can be set to the desired position by adjusting the mirror frame. 03_40 Frontandreardiscbrake The brake disc and pad wear is automatically compensated, therefore it has no effect...

  • Page 67: Puncture

    CAUTION BRAKING SHOULD BEGIN AFTER ABOUT 1/3 OF THE BRAKE LEVER STROKE. CAUTION HAVE THE BRAKE PADS CHECKED BY THE DEALER ACCORDING TO THE CHECKS SPECIFIED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE. HOWEVER, IN THE EVENT OF NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT AND/OR REAR BRAK- ING SYSTEM DURING OPERATION, IT IS ADVISABLE TO HAVE THE BRAKING SYSTEM CHECKED BY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE OR DEALER.

  • Page 68: Delveicolo

    to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer. The replacement of a tyre involves re- moving the wheel in question. Take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer for these operations. CAUTION TO USE THE "INFLATE AND REPAIR" SPRAY CAN PROPERLY, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PACKAGING.

  • Page 69: Cleaningthevehicle

    Recommended products eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance four-stroke engines. JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3 Cleaningthevehicle Use a low pressure jet of water to soften the caked dirt and mud deposited on the painted surfaces.
  • Page 70 INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CEN- TRE. IFFICULT STARTING No fuel in tank Refuel Filters, carburettor jets dirty or Contact an Authorised Piaggio clogged, fuel filter, fuel pipes Service Centre clogged, fuel pump damaged Battery flat Recharge the battery.
  • Page 71 GNITION PROBLEMS No spark from spark plug. Due to Contact an Authorised Piaggio the presence of high voltage, this Service Centre element should only be checked by an expert. ACK OF COMPRESSION Spark plug loose. Loose cylinder Screw the spark plug.
  • Page 72 INEFFICIENT SUSPENSION Inefficient shock absorbers, oil Contact an Authorised Service leakage, deteriorated end of stroke Centre buffers. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS Deteriorated CVT rollers and/or Contact an Authorised Service drive belt and/or clutch Centre EXHAUST NOISE Depression tube damaged/ Contact an Authorised Service disconnected or secondary valve Centre damaged...

  • Page 73: Technicaldata

    X8 125 - 200 Chap. 04 Technicaldata...
  • Page 74 ATA ENGINE Version ENGINE Single-cylinder, four-stroke Bore x stroke 57 x 48.6 mm Cubic capacity 124 cm³ Compression ratio 12 :1 ignition advance (before TDC) 10° at 2000 rpm - 34° at 6000 rpm Spark plug Champion RG 4 HC Walbro carburettor WVF 7G* Ø...
  • Page 75 Starter System 200cc Electric starter motor with bendix- type drive-gear and torque-limiter * The identification letter can vary every time the carburettor is up- dated. X8 125 200 ECHNICAL Fuel supply with unleaded petrol; carburettor and vacuum pump. Timing system...
  • Page 76 Lubrication Engine lubrication with lobe pump (inside crankcase), chain-driven, with double filter: mesh and paper. Cooling Forced-circulation coolant system. Transmission With automatic expandable pulley variator with torque server, V belt, self-ventilating automatic centrifugal dry clutch, gear reduction unit and transmission housing with forced air circulation cooling.

  • Page 77: Toolkit

    Fuel tank capacity Tank capacity: ~12 l (approximate value) Rear tyre Without inner tube: 130/70-12" 62P Rear wheel alloy rim: 12"x3.50 Rear brake Ø 240-mm disc brake with hydraulic control operated by the handlebar left-side lever. Air filter Sponge, impregnated with mixture (50% SELENIA Air Filter Oil and 50% unleaded petrol).

  • Page 79: Sparepartsandaccessories

    X8 125 - 200 Chap. 05 Sparepartsanda ccessories...

  • Page 80: Warnings

    FITTED WITH ACCESSORIES OR WITH UNUSUAL LOADS. WARNING 05_01 IT IS ALSO RECOMMENDED THAT ORIGINAL PIAGGIO SPARE PARTS BE USED, AS THESE ARE THE ONLY ONES OFFERING YOU THE SAME QUALITY GUARANTEE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE SCOOTER. THE USE OF NON-ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS RENDERS THE WARRANTY VOID.
  • Page 81 THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES- SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW. IF THERE ARE ANY NON-PIAGGIO ACCESSORIES INSTALLED, OR AN AB- NORMAL LOAD, OR IF THE SCOOTER IS NOT IN A GENERALLY GOOD CON- DITION, OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT, SPEED SHOULD BE FURTHER REDUCED.

  • Page 83: Scheduledmaintenance

    X8 125 - 200 Chap. 06 Scheduledmaint enance...

  • Page 84: Scheduledservicingtable

    Scheduledservicingtable (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.
  • Page 85 km x 1,000 Coolant ** Engine oil * Hub oil Headlight direction adjustment Brake pads Sliding shoes / CVT rollers Tyre pressure and wear Vehicle road test Radiator (external cleaning) Idle speed Suspension Steering Transmission I: CHECK AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE, IF NECESSARY C: CLEAN, R: REPLACE, A: ADJUST, L: LUBRICATE Clean the SAS air filter every 2 years * Check level every 3,000 km...
  • Page 86 RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications AGIP GEAR SAE 80W-90 Lubricant for gearboxes and transmissions. API GL-4 eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3 four-stroke engines. AGIP FILTER OIL Special product for the treatment of foam filters.
  • Page 87 TABLE OF CONTENTS Battery: 54 Puncture: 67 Clock: 10 Refuelling: 24 Fuses: 56 Stand: 32 Identification: 20 Toolkit: 77 Tyres: 43 Keys: 14 Vehicle: 7 Maintenance: 37...
  • Page 88 The descriptions and images in this publication are given for illustrative purposes only and are not binding. While the basic characteristics as described and illustrated in this booklet remain unchanged, Piaggio & C. S.p.A. reserves the right, at any time and without being required to update this publication beforehand, to make any changes to components, parts or accessories, which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are required for manufacturing or construction reasons.

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