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.
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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 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.
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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.
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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 lever F = Headlight switch G = Analogue instrument panel H = Front brake 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,...
The digital clock is powered by a battery (battery life is about 2 years); lift the whole instrument panel to replace the battery. It is advisable to take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre for this operation. WARNING DEAD BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. THEY MUST DIS- POSED OF IN SUITABLE CONTAINERS AS PRESCRIBED BY THE REGULA- 01_03 TIONS IN FORCE.
Locking the steering wheel (01_05) Turn the handlebar to the left as far as it will go; turn the key «B» to «LOCK » and remove it. CAUTION NEVER TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «OFF» WHILE RIDING. 01_05 Releasing the steering wheel Reinsert the key «B»...
Horn button (01_07) Push the «C» button to sound the horn. 01_07 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» is under the saddle. To reach it, insert the key into lock «A», turn it anticlockwise and tip the saddle forwards.
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.
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CAUTION BE REMINDED THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION NUMBERS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS (IMPOUNDING OF THE VEHICLE, ETC.). Chassis number The number «A» is stamped near the battery compartment. Remove the helmet com- partment to read it. 01_13 Engine number The engine number «B»...
Checks (02_01) Before using the vehicle, check: 1. That the fuel tank is full. 2. Rear hub oil level. 3. The engine oil level. 4. That the tyres are properly inflated. 5. The correct functioning of the headlights, tail light, turn indicators, stop light and 02_01 license plate light.
DO NOT ALLOW PETROL TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH HOT ENGINE OR ANY PLASTIC PARTS. 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.
TYRES Front tyre Tubeless, 110/70 - 11'' 45L 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: rider only Position 2 medium preloading: rider only Position 3 medium preloading: rider and passenger...
WARNING WE RECOMMEND WEARING GLOVES WHILE CARRYING OUT THIS OPERA- TION IN ORDER TO AVOID INJURIES. 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.
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3.Insert the key into the ignition switch, "D", and turn to the ON position. 4.Push the starter button «A» after pulling the rear brake lever «B» or the front brake lever «C». CAUTION DO NOT CARRY OUT THESE OPERATIONS IN CLOSED AREAS SINCE EX- HAUST GASES ARE TOXIC.
Precautions WARNING 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.
CAUTION ALWAYS PLACE THE VEHICLE ON ITS STAND BEFORE KICK STARTING. WARNING 02_12 TAMPERING MAY CAUSE SERIOUS ENGINE MALFUNCTION. 02_13 Stopping the engine (02_14) Stop acceleration, then turn the key switch «D» to «OFF » to stop the engine (ex- tractable key).
LENCER DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS. Anti-theft ring (02_15) The «D» ring on the right side of the vehicle is used to fasten the vehicle to an object using a scooter chain. Do not use the ring for other purposes. WARNING THIS ACCESSORY IS NOT A THEFT PREVENTION GUARANTEE, IT IS ONLY A DETERRENT.
FLER DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS. CAUTION DO NOT SHUT OFF THE ENGINE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. UNBURNED FUEL COULD ENTER THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND BURN, CAUSING THE CONVERTER TO OVERHEAT AND POSSIBLY DESTROYING IT. Stand (02_17) Lower the centre stand «F»...
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.
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6. If the vehicle is used on roads covered with sand, mud, snow mixed with salt, etc., clean the brake disc frequently with a mild detergent in order to prevent abrasive par- ticles from building up inside the holes, which can result in early brake pad wear. CAUTION ALWAYS RIDE WITHIN YOUR LIMITS RIDING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF AL- COHOL OR OTHER DRUGS AND CERTAIN MEDICINES IS EXTREMELY DAN-...
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 top-up The oil should be topped up after having checked the level and in any case by adding oil without ever exceeding the MAX. level. Take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre to have the engine oil checked and if necessary, topped-up as indi- cated in the scheduled maintenance table.
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WARNING RUNNING THE ENGINE WITH INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OR WITH INADE- QUATE LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES THE WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE IRRETRIEVABLE DAMAGE. WARNING EXCESSIVE OIL LEVEL AT TOP-UPS CAN LEAD TO SCALE FORMATION AND VEHICLE MALFUNCTION. CAUTION USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
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. To check the rear hub oil level, proceed as follows: 1.Park the scooter on level ground and rest it on its centre stand. 2.
PED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY. Recommended products AGIP GEAR SAE 80W-90 Lubricant for gearboxes and transmissions. API GL-4 Characteristic Transmission oil 100 cm³ Tyres (03_06) Periodically check the inflation pressure of each tyre (when cold). Tyres are fitted with wear indicators;...
TYRES Front tyre Tubeless, 110/70 - 11'' 45L Rear tyre Tubeless, 120/70 - 10'' 54L TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Front tyre pressure (with 1.6 bar (1.6 bar) passenger) Rear tyre pressure (with 2.0 bar (2.3 bar) passenger) 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.
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Be extremely careful when carrying out the operations described above, insert your left hand on the spark plug inspection door side and your right hand from the helmet compartment side. To refit the door follow the steps in reverse order, making sure to insert the pin in the central cover.
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. CAUTION IN CASE OF RIDING ON DUSTY ROADS IT IS ADVISABLE TO CLEAN THE AIR 03_11 FILTER MORE FREQUENTLY THAN INDICATED IN THE RELEVANT CHAPTER...
CAUTION IF THE VEHICLE IS USED ON DUSTY ROADS IT IS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT MAINTENANCE CHECKS OF THE AIR FILTER MORE OFTEN TO AVOID DAM- AGING THE ENGINE. Recommended products AGIP FILTER OIL Special product for the treatment of foam filters. Secondary air system (03_14) In order to reduce polluting emissions, the vehicle is furnished with a catalytic con- verter in the muffler.
WARNING FOR THIS OPERATION, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE. Checking the brake oil level (03_15) The brake fluid reservoir is equipped with a sight glass «A» made of transparent ma- terial; the quantity of liquid contained in the sight glass indicates the level of liquid in the reservoir.
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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. CAUTION 03_17 AVOID CONTACT OF BRAKE FLUID WITH EYES, SKIN, AND CLOTHING. IN CASE OF CONTACT, RINSE WITH WATER. THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HYGROSCOPIC, THAT IS, IT ABSORBS HUMIDITY FROM THE SURROUNDING AIR.
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 attention and the most thorough maintenance.
CAUTION DO NOT REVERSE THE POLARITY: RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT AND DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. WARNING USED BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA- TIONS IN FORCE. Characteristic Battery Sealed, 12 V / 10 Ah Long periods of inactivity Battery performance will be poor if the vehicle is not used for a long time.
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fully and stored in a dry, ventilated place. Recharge at least once every two months. CAUTION THE BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED WITH A CURRENT EQUAL TO 1/10 OF THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE BATTERY AND FOR NOT LONGER THAN 10 HOURS. CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE TO CARRY OUT THIS OPERA- TION SAFELY.
Fuses (03_21, 03_22, 03_23, 03_24) The vehicle electrical system is protected by four fuses. Two 15A fuses «A» located next to the battery. Remove the battery cover located under the saddle to reach them. Two 7.5A fuses «B» located under the front grille. Remove the Piaggio clip-on badge, undo screws «C»...
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03_24 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: 15 A Protected circuits:Battery-...
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. Remove the rear-view mirrors. 2. Unscrew the 3 screws holding the handlebar cover. The front central screw «B» and the 2 rear screws «A».
03_28 Head light adjustment (03_29, 03_30) Proceed as follows: 1. Place the vehicle in running order and with the tyres inflated to the prescribed pres- sure, on a flat surface 10 m away from a white screen situated in a shaded area, making sure that the longitudinal axis of the vehicle is perpendicular to the screen;...
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 taillight 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» and turn the rear-view mirror supporting stem anticlockwise. 03_38 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.
Characteristic Engine idle speed 1,650±100 rpm 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.
CAUTION THE PRESENCE OF SAND, MUD, SNOW MIXED WITH SALT, ETC. ON THE ROAD, CAN DRASTICALLY REDUCE THE LIFE OF THE BRAKE PADS. IN OR- DER TO AVOID THIS, WE RECOMMEND WASHING THE VEHICLE FREQUENTLY WHEN RIDING IN THESE ROAD CONDITIONS. Rear drum brake (03_41) Operate adjusting nut «B»...
CAUTION TO USE THE "INFLATE AND REPAIR" SPRAY CAN PROPERLY, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PACKAGING. 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. Inactivity of the vehicle (03_42) We recommend carrying out the following operations: 1.
JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3 Cleaning the vehicle Use a low pressure jet of water to soften the caked dirt and mud deposited on the painted surfaces. Once softened, sponge off mud and dirt using a car body sponge soaked in a car body shampoo and water solution (2-4% of car shampoo in water).
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WARNING WHEN WASHING THE ENGINE WITH A HIGH-PRESSURE WATER JET: • ONLY USE FAN SPRAY JETS. • DO NOT PLACE THE NOZZLE CLOSER THAN 60 CM. • DO NOT USE WATER AT TEMPERATURES OVER 40° C. • DO NOT DIRECT THE JETS DIRECTLY TO CARBURETTOR, WIRINGS, SLOT DIFFUSERS ON THE TRANSMISSION COVER AND SCROLL COVER.
CAUTION CHECK THAT THERE IS NO OIL OR WAX ON THE TYRES. BEFORE USING YOUR SCOOTER TEST ITS BRAKING EFFICIENCY AND BEHAVIOUR ON A BEND. Troubleshooting START-UP PROBLEMS No fuel in tank Refuel Filters, jets or carburettor body Contact an Authorised Service dirty or clogged.
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conditions, contact an Authorised Service Centre. ACK OF COMPRESSION Spark plug adapter "worn", valve Contact an Authorised Service clearance not adequate; worn Centre. piston gas rings HIGH CONSUMPTION AND LOW PERFORMANCE Air filter blocked or dirty. Clean with water and shampoo and impregnate with petrol and specific oil («Air filter removal»...
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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...
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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 (cold engine) Intake: 0.10 mm Exhaust: 0.15 mm Max.
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Ignition Capacitive discharge ignition, with variable advance and separate HV coil. Ignition advance Three-dimensional map managed by control unit Spark plug CHAMPION RG 6 YC Alternative spark plug NGK CR7EB Fuel supply KEIHIN CVK 26 Carburettor and electrical fuel pump. Fuel Unleaded petrol (95 RON) Exhaust silencer...
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Rear brake Ø 110-mm drum brake with mechanical control activated by handlebar left-side lever. Wheel rim type Light alloy wheel rims. Front wheel rim 11'' x 2.50 Rear wheel rim 10'' x 3.00 Front tyre Tubeless, 110/70 - 11'' 45L Rear tyre Tubeless, 120/70 - 10'' 54L Front tyre pressure (with...
Tool kit (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 RECOMMENDED THAT "ORIGINAL PIAGGIO SPARE PARTS" BE USED, AS THESE ARE THE ONLY ONES OFFERING YOU THE SAME QUALITY AS- SURANCE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE VEHICLE. IT SHOULD BE REMEMBERED THAT USING NON-ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS 05_01 CAUSES YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS TO EXPIRE.
Scheduled servicing 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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Km x 1,000 Electrical system and battery Cylinder ventilation system Brake levers Brake fluid ** Engine oil * Hub oil Headlight direction adjustment Brake pads Sliding shoes / CVT rollers Tyre pressure and wear Vehicle road test Idle speed Odometer gear Suspension Steering Transmission...
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RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications AGIP GEAR SAE 80W-90 Lubricant for gearboxes and transmissions. API GL-4 AGIP BRAKE 4 Brake fluid. Synthetic fluid SAE J 1703 -FMVSS 116 - DOT 3/4 - ISO 4925 - CUNA NC 956 DOT 4 eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Synthetic based lubricant for high-performance JASO MA, MA2 - API SL - ACEA A3...
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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) 32+(9/5) Celsius (°C)
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The descriptions and illustrations given in this publication are not binding. While the basic specifications 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 accessories, which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are required for manufacturing or con- struction reasons.
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