User Guide

2
use and maintenance Atlantic 500
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Any operations preceded by this
symbol must be repeated on the
opposite side of the vehicle.
Unless expressly specified otherwise,
assembly is a reversal of the dismantling
procedure.
The terms “left” and “right” are referred to the
motorcycle when viewed from the riding
position.
WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS -
GENERAL ADVICE
Before starting the engine, carefully read
this manual paying special attention to
section “SAFE RIDING”.
Your safety and that of other road users
depends as much on your ability to respond
to other traffic and unexpected occurrences
as on your familiarity with your vehicle, the
vehicle’s efficiency and your knowledge of
basic “SAFE RIDING” techniques. Becoming
familiar with your vehicle is the key to deal
with traffic effectively and safely.
SAFETY INFORMATION
The following conventions are used to identify
safety information throughout the manual.
This symbol identifies safety-related
information.
Whenever you see this symbol in the
manual or attached to the vehicle,
use utmost care to avoid the risk of injury.
Disregarding the instructions identified by
this symbol may put your safety, as well
as that of other persons or of the vehicle at
risk!
Disregarding these indications may lead
to severe injury or death.
Disregarding these indications may lead
to minor injury or vehicle damage.
NOTE The term “Note” in this manual
precedes important information or
instructions.
© 2002 aprilia s.p.a. - Noale (VE)
First edition: November 2002
Reprint:
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WARNING
CAUTION