Segment:
Middleweight naked sportbike / streetfighter
Target Audience:
Enthusiasts seeking a sporty, versatile motorcycle for urban commuting and spirited riding.
Key Competitors:
Yamaha FZ6, Suzuki SV650, Kawasaki ER-6n
Unique Selling Points:
Powerful V-twin engine, distinctive styling, advanced electronics (ABS on some variants), Aprilia's performance heritage.
Manual Value Proposition:
Enables owners and technicians to perform all necessary maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of the vehicle.
Primary Coverage:
Workshop / Service / Repair
Secondary Coverage:
Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, Specifications
Type:
Comprehensive Service Manual
Engine:
Complete engine overhaul, internal components, lubrication, cooling, fuel injection, ignition, exhaust
Transmission:
Gearbox inspection, clutch replacement, gear shift mechanism, final drive
Chassis:
Frame inspection, suspension (front and rear), steering, wheels, tires, brakes (front and rear)
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, battery, charging system, ignition system, lighting, instrumentation, ECU diagnostics
Bodywork:
Fairing removal/installation, seat, fuel tank, fenders
Maintenance:
Routine checks, oil changes, filter replacements, chain adjustment, spark plug replacement, valve clearance check
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic charts, common fault finding, electrical system issues, engine performance problems
Repair:
Component disassembly, reassembly, adjustments, replacements, torque specifications
Diagnostics:
OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) information, fault code interpretation, sensor testing
Depth:
Comprehensive from basic maintenance to full engine and gearbox rebuilds, including electrical system diagnostics and component-level repair.
Engine Type:
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 8-valve V-twin
Bore X Stroke:
92 mm x 56.4 mm
Compression Ratio:
11.0:1
Timing:
Chain-driven camshafts
Horsepower:
Approx. 95 HP (70 kW) @ 9,000 rpm
Torque:
Approx. 79 Nm (58 lb-ft) @ 7,000 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (MPI) with twin 38mm throttle bodies
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Petrol (95 RON recommended)
Exhaust System:
Catalytic converter, 2-into-1 exhaust system
Oil Type:
API SG, JASO MA certified 10W-40 or 15W-50 Motorcycle Oil
Oil Capacity:
Approx. 3.2 liters (3.4 US qt) with filter change
Cooling System:
Liquid-cooled
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixture (50% water, 50% coolant)
ABS:
Optional Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Braking System Front:
Dual 320 mm discs, radial calipers
Braking System Rear:
240 mm disc, single caliper
Lighting:
Halogen headlight, LED taillight
Instrumentation:
Digital LCD display with tachometer, speedometer, odometer, trip meters, gear indicator, clock, fuel level, engine temperature.
ABS System:
Bosch ABS system on equipped models, with manual diagnostic and calibration procedures.
ECU:
Aprilia Engine Control Unit (ECU) with diagnostic port for reading fault codes and monitoring sensor data.
First Service:
1,000 km (600 miles) or 6 months
Regular Service:
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Valve Clearance Check:
Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
Engine Oil:
10W-40 or 15W-50, API SG, JASO MA (refer to manual for exact specs)
Coolant:
50% Ethylene Glycol and 50% Distilled Water mixture
Clutch Fluid:
DOT 4 (Hydraulic Clutch)
Common Complaints:
Occasional throttle response issues, potential fuel pump reliability concerns, regulator/rectifier heat sensitivity (early models).
Manual Solution:
The workshop manual provides diagnostic procedures and specific repair instructions to address these and other potential issues.
