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Welcome message and overview of the booklet's content for new vehicle owners.
Instructions for using the scooter, routine maintenance, and simple repairs, emphasizing dealer use.
Explains symbols for personal safety, environmental protection, and vehicle integrity.
Emphasizes knowing the vehicle for safe riding, maintenance, and overall safety.
Introduces Chapter 1, focusing on general rules for the Dorsoduro 1200 motorcycle.
Covers foreword, maintenance intervals, carbon monoxide hazard, and fuel safety.
Details coolant properties, flammability, burn risks, and handling precautions.
Advises caution when handling hot engine and exhaust system parts, recommending protective gloves.
Advises wearing gloves for oil handling, skin injury risks, proper disposal, and child safety.
Further coolant safety, toxicity, animal attraction, child safety, and radiator cap warnings.
Warns about brake and clutch fluid damaging surfaces, eye harm, and the need for protective gear.
Details battery electrolyte toxicity, corrosiveness, eye protection, ingestion risks, and explosive gas hazards.
Covers battery safety, child safety, side stand operation, and not resting weight on it.
Advises against removing components and warns about connector misplacement affecting vehicle operation.
Introduces Chapter 2, focusing on the vehicle's components and their arrangement.
Illustrates the arrangement of the main components of the vehicle using numbered diagrams.
Provides a key for identifying main components in diagram 02_02 for the version without ABS.
Continues the list of components identified in diagram 02_02 for the version without ABS.
Illustrates the arrangement of the main components for the ABS - ATC version using diagram 02_03.
Provides a key for identifying main components in diagram 02_04 for the ABS - ATC version.
Continues component identification and introduces the dashboard section.
Identifies the location of various controls on the handlebars and dashboard.
Explains the instrument panel's rpm indicator, digital display, warning lights, and its immobilizer system.
Details the vehicle's key system, immobilizer, and personal code importance.
Lists and describes the various warning lights and indicators on the instrument panel.
Explains the initial display indicators, RPM pointer movement, and TRIP 1/TRIP 2 mode functions.
Details display functions like odometer, trip journal, ABS, ATC, active alarms, and reserve fuel indication.
Explains the spanner icon and how service/urgent alarms are signaled.
Explains oil failure and engine overheating alarms, including their indicators and required actions.
Covers ECU disconnection, indicator malfunctions, and introduces engine mapping selection.
Provides cautions for SPORT mode and details the RAIN mode for wet conditions.
Explains changing engine mappings and introduces trip journals.
Details how to select and navigate through TRIP JOURNAL 1 and 2 to view various data.
Explains how to access and turn the ABS system on or off, and its initial status.
Describes ATC activation, level adjustment, deactivation, and system states.
Details how to use the chronometer function, its control, and timekeeping storage.
Explains accessing the configuration menu and lists its main functions: EXIT, SETTINGS, CHRONOMETER, CALIBRATION, DIAGNOSIS, LANGUAGES.
Lists SETTINGS options and details the procedure for adjusting the vehicle's clock.
Explains gear shift threshold adjustment and backlighting brightness adjustment.
Details the process for changing the vehicle's security code (old and new).
Explains setting a new code when the old one is unavailable, requiring multiple keys.
Covers setting the clock display to 12H or 24H format.
Describes choosing between clock and chronometer display at the top of the screen.
Explains viewing stored chronometer times and how to delete them.
Details ATC system calibration, including riding conditions and completion notes.
Explains DIAGNOSIS and LANGUAGES functions, noting access code for diagnosis.
Describes ignition switch functions (LOCK, OFF, ON) and its role in activating the steering lock.
Provides step-by-step instructions on how to lock the steering wheel for security.
Explains horn button operation and using the direction indicator switch.
Explains passing button (high beam flash) and start-up button, noting its dual role for mapping selection.
Covers engine stop switch function and introduces the ABS system's purpose.
Warns about ABS limitations in cornering and explains failure detection and required actions.
Discusses ABS design for tarmac, automatic disabling on rough surfaces, and tone wheel checks.
Explains ATC's role in limiting rear wheelspin for stability during acceleration.
Details ATC indicator light meanings and system states (active, deactivated).
Explains ATC failure detection and the steps for resolution.
Describes the electronic immobilizer system for theft protection and key management.
Explains how the immobilizer's operation mode is indicated by a warning light.
Details opening the saddle to access the toolkit compartment.
Details the procedure for locking the saddle and cautions about checking for keys.
Explains accessing the glove/tool kit and recording chassis/engine numbers.
Specifies locations for chassis and engine numbers.
Provides advice on securely attaching luggage, avoiding overhangs and interference.
Introduces Chapter 3, focusing on operational aspects and usage of the Dorsoduro 1200.
Emphasizes preliminary checks before riding for safety and operational correctness.
Details checks for brakes, fluid, pads, throttle, engine oil, tires, and levers.
Covers checks for steering, stands, fuel, coolant, and drive chain.
Covers checks for lights, horn, tone wheels, and the refueling process with safety cautions.
Introduces rear shock absorber adjustment for rebound, spring preload, and compression damping.
Details how to adjust rebound damping and spring preload, with cautions on forceful adjustments.
Provides a table for rear shock absorber adjustments based on riding conditions.
Identifies front fork adjustment components and advises dealer service for oil/seals.
Provides a table for front fork adjustments based on riding conditions.
Explains adjusting front brake and clutch lever distances.
Details the importance of engine run-in for longevity and component operation.
Provides running-in guidelines and emphasizes the mandatory post-run-in service.
Emphasizes careful vehicle use and avoiding objects in the fairing during start-up.
Details pre-start checks, stand retraction, lights, and ignition sequence.
Covers fuel level, overrevving threshold, and starter button operation with battery caution.
Explains oil pressure warning and cautions about cold engine operation and warm-up.
Describes the Ride-by-Wire system, its benefits, and behavior at high altitudes.
Mentions low fuel warning, passenger footrests, and rear-view mirror usage.
Details selecting first gear, initial acceleration, and engaging subsequent gears.
Explains downshifting and the engine oil pressure warning indication.
Warns against aggressive downshifting and advises on handling engine overheating.
Discusses braking techniques, hill stops, and riding on wet/low-grip surfaces.
Details engine stopping procedure and safe parking guidelines.
Warns about parking safety, hot parts, and catalytic converter precautions.
Warns against exhaust tampering and details side stand operation.
Recommends security devices, steering locks, and parking in safe places to prevent theft.
Provides instructions to avoid injuries and damage to persons or property during riding.
Explains rider/passenger mounting order and passenger precautions for stability.
Details rider mounting and passenger footrest usage, emphasizing stability.
Outlines dismounting procedures, stand operation, and passenger safety.
Reinforces ensuring vehicle stability after dismounting and returning footrests.
Introduces Chapter 4, focusing on maintenance schedules and procedures.
Stresses checking engine oil level frequently, especially when warm.
Details checking oil level via sight glass and topping up, with cautions.
Guides on adding oil and advises dealer service for oil changes and filter replacements.
Emphasizes checking tyre pressure, wear, and replacement criteria for safety.
Stresses tyre balancing and provides guidance for spark plug maintenance.
Advises dealer service for air filter maintenance and details coolant hazards.
Explains coolant top-up procedure and safety precautions regarding hot coolant.
Guides on coolant top-up and checking brake fluid levels for front and rear brakes.
Advises dealer service for brake fluid top-up and details clutch fluid level check.
Advises dealer service for clutch fluid top-up and details battery removal steps.
Provides crucial precautions for refitting the battery, including polarity and terminal condition.
Notes maintenance-free battery and details the charging procedure with safety precautions.
Lists battery charging modes and advises on managing long periods of inactivity.
Explains fuse removal for inactivity and advises on fuse check and replacement.
Details checking and replacing fuses, including secondary fuse identification.
Identifies main fuses and provides guidance for lamp replacement.
Explains how to check and adjust headlight alignment according to local legislation.
Details headlight beam adjustment and front indicator bulb replacement.
Guides on rear optical unit and turn indicator bulb replacement.
Guides on number plate light and rear-view mirror replacement.
Explains mirror angle adjustment and advises drying brake discs after cleaning.
Details how to perform a quick visual inspection of brake pads for wear.
Outlines storage preparation and actions after storage, including pre-ride checks.
Recommends cleaning frequency based on exposure to adverse conditions.
Advises protecting engine/exhaust during washing and notes potential braking impact.
Provides instructions for cleaning painted surfaces, headlights, and plastic parts.
Details transport preparation, securing the vehicle, and actions for failure.
Details chain backlash check and advises dealer service for adjustment.
Covers checking chain/sprocket wear and provides chain lubrication/cleaning methods.
Details chain washing, lubrication, and O-ring care, warning about lubricant compatibility.
Introduces Chapter 5, focusing on technical data and specifications.
Lists vehicle dimensions and detailed engine specifications.
Covers engine valve clearance, ratio, clutch, lubrication, and gearbox type.
Lists capacities, weight limit, and detailed gear ratios.
Details final drive ratio, drive chain, and fuel system specifications.
Describes chassis type, geometry, and front/rear suspension specifications.
Lists brake specifications and wheel rim sizes.
Lists tyre pressure settings and spark plug specifications.
Lists fuses, alternator, bulbs, and warning lights.
Enumerates supplied tools and the maximum weight allowed for the kit.
Introduces Chapter 6, focusing on the importance of scheduled maintenance.
Explains maintenance services and lists action codes (I, C, A, L).
Provides a table detailing routine maintenance tasks at various mileage intervals.
Continues the maintenance table and lists recommended product specifications.
Lists recommended products for fork oil, grease, brake fluid, clutch fluid, and coolant.
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