Vehicle Type:
High-performance sportbike
Target Audience:
Enthusiasts, DIY mechanics, and professional technicians working on the Aprilia RSV Mille.
Key Competitors Era:
Ducati 916/996, Honda VFR750F/RC45, Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace, Suzuki GSX-R1100.
Manual Benefit 1:
Provides data, characteristics, instructions, and methodology for effective repair interventions.
Manual Benefit 2:
Ensures correct service, adjustments, removal, and installation of components.
Manual Benefit 3:
Facilitates efficient work and avoids costly mistakes by thorough familiarization.
Manual Benefit 4:
Aids in achieving satisfactory after-service results and proper vehicle maintenance.
Manual Benefit 5:
Promotes reliability and maximizes the lifespan of the Aprilia RSV Mille.
Engine:
Comprehensive engine disassembly, assembly, troubleshooting, adjustments, and specifications for the V-twin engine.
Fuel System:
Detailed information on fuel injection, carburetors (if applicable to specific sub-models), fuel pump, filters, and lines.
Ignition System:
Coverage of spark plugs, coils, ECU, and related ignition components.
Cooling System:
Radiator, fan, thermostat, coolant hoses, and water pump service procedures.
Exhaust System:
Information on exhaust pipes, mufflers, and related mounting hardware.
Transmission:
Clutch operation, gear shifting mechanisms, gearbox disassembly and assembly, and gearbox oil specifications.
Drivetrain:
Chain and sprocket maintenance, rear wheel hub, and related components.
Brakes:
Front and rear brake systems, caliper service, master cylinders, brake lines, fluid replacement, and bleeding procedures.
Suspension:
Front fork (telescopic, inverted) service, rear shock absorber, linkage, and swingarm maintenance.
Wheels And Tires:
Wheel bearing service, tire pressure recommendations, and wheel mounting procedures.
Steering:
Handlebar, triple clamps, steering head bearings, and adjustment procedures.
Electrical System:
Battery, charging system (alternator, regulator/rectifier), starter motor, lighting, wiring diagrams, fuses, and relays.
Bodywork:
Fairing removal and installation, seat, fuel tank, and other body panel service.
Frame:
Frame integrity checks and related component mounting.
Controls:
Throttle, clutch, and brake lever adjustments and cable routing.
Maintenance:
Routine checks, lubrication, fluid changes, filter replacements, chain adjustment, brake pad inspection, and seasonal storage.
Troubleshooting:
Systematic diagnosis of common problems, fault finding, and diagnostic flowcharts.
Repair:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for component removal, disassembly, repair, and reassembly.
Adjustment:
Precise instructions for adjusting engine idle, carburetors (if applicable), clutch, brakes, suspension, and chain tension.
Installation:
Guidance for installing new or replacement parts and components.
Disassembly:
Exploded diagrams and step-by-step instructions for taking apart various vehicle systems and components.
Specifications:
Critical data including torque values, wear limits, fluid capacities, clearances, and electrical specifications.
Level Of Detail:
Comprehensive, from basic user maintenance to advanced mechanical and electrical diagnostics and repairs. 'Bumper to bumper' coverage.
Illustrations:
Detailed pictorial diagrams, exploded views, drawings, and photographs to guide procedures.
Special Tools:
Identification and usage instructions for special service tools required for specific procedures.
Precautions:
Specific safety notes, warnings (DANGER, CAUTION, NOTE), and precautions to ensure safe and correct operations.
Engine Type:
V-twin, four-stroke, liquid-cooled (DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder)
Displacement:
Typically 998 cc (exact specification varies slightly by market and specific model year, e.g., 997.62 cc)
Bore X Stroke:
97 mm x 67.5 mm (approximate)
Horsepower:
Around 124-130 hp (claimed, at crankshaft) depending on year and tuning.
Torque:
Around 98-101 Nm (claimed, at crankshaft) depending on year.
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) - Sequential multipoint injection.
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, minimum 95 octane.
Carburetor Details:
Not applicable for the primary EFI models, but some early or specific market versions might have had different configurations.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 6,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first (refer to manual for exact details).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Intervals vary, often around 12,000-18,000 km (refer to manual for specific plug type and interval).
Chain Maintenance:
Regular cleaning, lubrication, and tension adjustment (check weekly or every 500 km).
Engine Oil Type:
API SG or higher, SAE 10W-40 or 15W-50 motorcycle specific oil (refer to manual for precise viscosity and specifications).
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol based coolant with corrosion inhibitors, mixed 50/50 with distilled water.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid.
Clutch Fluid Type:
DOT 4 hydraulic clutch fluid (if hydraulic actuation).
Gearbox Oil Type:
SAE 75W-90 or SAE 80W-90 gear oil (refer to manual for exact specification and capacity).
Common Issue 1:
Regulator/Rectifier failures (common on many Italian bikes of this era).
Common Issue 2:
Cam chain tensioner wear or failure (can lead to noise or engine damage).
Common Issue 3:
Electrical gremlins, especially related to aging wiring harnesses or connectors.
Common Issue 4:
Fuel pump issues or clogging of fuel filter.
Common Issue 5:
Wear on steering head bearings leading to notchiness.
