Segment:
        
        
            Middleweight Naked Sportbike / Sport Tourer
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Rivals:
        
        
            Ducati Monster 696/796, Triumph Street Triple, Kawasaki Z750, Yamaha FZ6
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Layout:
        
        
            V-twin, 90-degree
        
     
    
        
            Frame Design:
        
        
            Aluminum trellis frame
        
     
    
        
            Suspension Tech:
        
        
            USD front forks, monoshock rear suspension with adjustable preload and rebound
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine:
        
        
            Complete engine overhaul, timing, fuel injection, lubrication, cooling, exhaust
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            Clutch, gearbox operation, maintenance, troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Frame, suspension (front and rear), steering, wheels, brakes
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Wiring diagrams, lighting, ignition, starting system, charging system, ECU, sensors
        
     
    
        
            Bodywork:
        
        
            Fairings, seat, fuel tank, body panels, ergonomics
        
     
    
    
        
            Routine Maintenance:
        
        
            Oil changes, filter replacements, chain adjustment, spark plug replacement, air filter cleaning/replacement
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Diagnostic procedures, fault codes, common problem identification and solutions
        
     
    
        
            Repair Procedures:
        
        
            Step-by-step instructions for major component overhauls and replacements
        
     
    
        
            Special Tools:
        
        
            Identification and usage of required specialized tools
        
     
    
        
            Torque Specifications:
        
        
            Detailed torque values for all critical fasteners
        
     
    
    
        
            Diagnostic Capability:
        
        
            Advanced diagnostic procedures for electronic systems and engine management
        
     
    
        
            Rebuild Level:
        
        
            Full engine and gearbox rebuild instructions
        
     
    
        
            Wiring Diagrams:
        
        
            Detailed, color-coded electrical schematics
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            V-Twin, four-stroke, liquid-cooled, 8-valve DOHC
        
     
    
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            92 mm x 56.4 mm
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            11.0:1
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower Claimed:
        
        
            95 hp @ 9000 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Torque Claimed:
        
        
            76 Nm (56 lb-ft) @ 7000 rpm
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Electronic Fuel Injection (Weber-Marelli)
        
     
    
        
            Throttle Body:
        
        
            Dual 55mm throttle bodies
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Unleaded gasoline, minimum 91 octane (RON)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Optional on some models, standard on ABS variants
        
     
    
    
        
            Braking System Front:
        
        
            Dual 320mm discs, radial four-piston calipers (Brembo)
        
     
    
        
            Braking System Rear:
        
        
            Single 240mm disc, two-piston caliper (Brembo)
        
     
    
    
        
            Lighting:
        
        
            Halogen headlamp, LED tail light
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Instrument Cluster:
        
        
            Digital LCD dashboard displaying speed, RPM, gear indicator, fuel level, clock, trip meters, and warning lights.
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Optional on the 2007 model year, with specific calibration details provided if equipped.
        
     
    
    
        
            ECU:
        
        
            Aprilia Integrated Engine Control (IEC) managing fuel injection, ignition, and throttle response.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 7,500 km (4,660 miles) or annually
        
     
    
        
            Valve Clearance Check:
        
        
            Every 15,000 km (9,320 miles)
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            Every 15,000 km (9,320 miles)
        
     
    
        
            Chain Lubrication:
        
        
            Every 1,000 km (620 miles) and after washing/rain
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 10W-40, API SG/SH/SJ/SL or JASO MA/MA2
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity:
        
        
            2.5 Liters (2.6 US qt) with filter change
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, 50/50 mix with distilled water
        
     
    
    
    
    
        
            Electrical Gremlins:
        
        
            Some early models experienced minor electrical issues; the manual covers diagnostic procedures for these.
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Pump:
        
        
            Occasional reports of fuel pump issues, covered in the fuel system section.
        
     
    
        
            Stalling:
        
        
            Potential for minor stalling issues in specific conditions, troubleshooting steps available.