APRILIA ATLANTIC 500 Workshop Manual

Routine maintenance operations
Release 00 2002-09
chap. 2
2-2
Atlantic 500
This section describes the routine maintenance proce-
dures for the main components of the motorcycle.
Before starting any maintenance or inspection job
on the motorcycle, stop the engine and remove the
key, and wait until the engine and exhaust system
have cooled down. Place the motorcycle on a
workstand, which is solidly attached to the floor.
Raise the motorcycle up to the point where it may
conveniently be worked on.
Use extreme caution when working aroun parts of
the engine and exhaust which may remain hot for
a long time.
NOTE Unless expressly stated otherwise, reas-
semble the motorcycle in the reverse order from the
disassembly steps given in this manual.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE PLAN
In order to keep the motorcycle in excellent working
order, aprilia urges you to keep to the specified
intervals when servicing the various components.
WARNING

APRILIA ATLANTIC 500 Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement	460 cc
Cooling System	Liquid-cooled
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	Automatic CVT
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Front Tire	120/70 - 14
Rear Tire	140/60 - 14
Front Brake	Single disc
Rear Brake	Single disc
Seat Height	780 mm
Fuel Capacity	15 liters
Rear Suspension	Double hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable preload