[. . . ] This manual is divided into sections, chapters and paragraphs, by subject. The procedures described are laid out in single operation, and each operation is indicated by a N. The numbered parts shown in the figures are identified in the text with the number in parentheses or with the symbol representing them. Example (the following text is generic and does not refer to this specific vehicle): section E3AFÀAF67H7F67FRÀ5GFRPGDQ NOTE This manual is an important and integral part of your vehicle. [. . . ] N Pull in the clutch lever (10) completely and put the shift lever (11) in neutral so that the green warning light LED "q" (12) is on. NOTE NOTE set: On the dashboard, it is possible to If the ambient temperature is very cold [less than 0 °C (32 °F)], see p. 72 (STARTING AT VERY COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES). ­ three different levels for the dashboard lighting, see p. 34 (ADJUSTING THE DASHBOARD LIGHTING); ­ partial miles odometer (total miles odometer appear automatically), see p. 35 (SWITCHING FROM TOTAL TO PARTIAL MILE ODOMETER); ­ air temperature indicator (fuel level indicator automatically appears), see p. 35 (SWITCHING FROM FUEL LEVEL INDI- NOTE To avoid discharging the battery, and possibly damaging the starter, do not keep the starter button "_" (13) pressed for more than five seconds. If the engine does not start in this time, wait for ten seconds and try again. aWARNING 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. Nevuse and maintenance RST mille Futura aCAUTION Do not press the starter button "r" (16) when the engine is running. This will - 71 er use your vehicle if the throttle does not automatically fully return to the idle position when the throttle grip is released. Failure to heed this warning can lead to a serious accident and subsequent injury or even death. aWARNING As soon as the engine has started, the red engine oil pressure warning light LED "j" (3) must go out. If this does not occur, or if the warning light LED comes on while the engine is running, this means that the oil system is not developing sufficient pressure. In this case, stop the engine immediately and contact your Local APRILIA Dealer. Failure to heed this warning can lead to engine seizure, upset, and serious injury or even death. aCAUTION Never ride off briskly with a cold engine. Allow the engine to warm up by riding slowly for the first few miles. STARTING AT VERY COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES The vehicle is equipped with automatic starter and requires no particular precaution for the cold start procedure. If the ambient temperature is very cold [less than 0°C (32°F)], the automatic starter is connected and increases the engine rpm until the engine reaches the optimal temperature, then it is automatically disconnected. If the engine starts: N Release the starter button "_" (13). If the engine does not start: Wait for a few seconds and repeat the above starting procedure. Before reinstalling them: aCAUTION If the diagnostic warning light LED "EFI" (15) on the dashboard starts flashing during the normal running of the engine, this means that the electronic unit has detected an anomaly. In many cases, the engine keeps running with reduced performance levels; immediately contact your Local APRILIA Dealer. 72 use and maintenance RST mille Futura aCAUTION The automatic starter cannot be operated manually. When the ambient temperature is very cold [less than 0°C (32 °F)]: N Press the starter button "r" (13) and let the starter run for about five seconds without opening the throttle. NOTE Put a clean cloth over the spark plug holes of both cylinders, in order to protect the bike from spraying oil. the starter run for about five seconds without opening the throttle. N Press the starter button "r" (13) and let - 2)$). ' NOTE Before riding away, carefully read the "safe drive" chapter, see p. 17 (SAFE DRIVE). aWARNING If you carry a passenger, instruct him/her not to move around unduly, and to keep his/her body aligned with yours during turns. If the throttle sticks open, it may cause a collision with another vehicle, or an upset. aCAUTION When the vehicle is new to you, practice looking in the rear view mirrors. [. . . ] Permissible wheel loads (GAWR) (*): ­ front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ­ rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5. 54 US gal (21 L ) 1. 05 ± 0. 26 US gal (4 ± 1 L ) oil change 3. 91 US qt (3, 700 cm#) ­ oil and oil filter change 4. 12 US qt (3, 900 cm#) 18. 70 ± 0. 08 US fl oz (553 ± 2. 5 cm#) 0. 66 US gal (2. 5 L ) 2 396. 47 lb (180 kg) 903. 08 lb (410 kg) 352. 42 lb (160 kg) 550. 66 lb (250 kg) (*) These two weights: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR); are stamped on the certification plate positioned on the front part of the frame, see p. 6 (VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (V. I. N. ) (FRAME NUMBER)). use and maintenance RST mille Futura - 147 TRANSMISSION GEAR RATIOS Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ratio 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th mechanical, 6 gears with foot control on the left side of the engine Final ratio 16/43 = 1: 2. 687 Primary 31/60 = 1 : 1. 935 Secondary 14/35 = 1 : 2. 500 16/28 = 1 : 1. 750 19/26 = 1 : 1. 368 22/24 = 1 : 1. 090 23/22 = 1 : 0. 956 27/23 = 1 : 0. 851 Total ratio 13. 00 9. 102 7. 117 5. 674 4. 975 4. 431 DRIVE CHAIN FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEM FUEL SUPPLY FRAME Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]