Specifications
General information
chap. 1
1-3
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Release 00 2002-09
Atlantic 500
REFITTING COMPONENTS
Never use a circlip twice. When a circlip is removed, it must be replaced with a new one.
When assembling a new circlip, be careful not to stretch its ends more than strictly necessary to place it
on the shaft.
After installing a circlip, make sure that it is completely and firmly inserted in its seat.
Do not use compressed air to clean bearings.
NOTE Bearings must turn freely with no sticking and/or noise. Replace bearings that show any roughness when
the inner race is turned.
Use only Original aprilia Spare Parts for replacement.
Use only the recommended lubricants and sealing agents.
Lubricate all metal parts (where possible) before refitting them.
When tightening nuts and bolts, start with the larger diameter or inner ones and proceed in diagonal order.
Tighten them in gradual steps before applying the final tightening torque.
Always replace all self-locking nuts, gaskets, circlips, snap rings, O-rings, split pins and screws, if there is any sign
of thread damage.
Thoroughly clean all mating surfaces, oil seal rims and gaskets before reassembly.
Apply a thin film of lithium-based grease to oil seal rims.
Refit the oil seal and bearings with the identification mark or serial number facing outwards (visible).
Lubricate bearings thoroughly when fitting.
Check to make sure that each component has been fitted properly.
After carrying out repairs or routine servicing, go through the pre-ride checklist thoroughly before riding the motor-
cycle or allowing it to be ridden. Take a trial run in a parking lot or other low traffic area before returning the motor-
cycle to its owner.
USING THE MANUAL
HOW TO CONSULT THE MANUAL
This manual is divided into chapters. Each chapter is based on a category of main components.
Refer to the “MAIN CONTENTS” list.
Unless expressly stated otherwise, follow the disassembly steps in reverse order when reassembling units.
The terms “right” and “left” are intended as the rider’s right and left when sitting in the normal riding position.
Consult the “USE AND MAINTENANCE” handbook for information on the normal use and servicing of the motor-
cycle.
CAUTION