VESPA LX 125 i.e., Manual

Page 1: ...rmation tips and precautions for using your vehicle It also describes features details and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice We believe that if you follow our suggestions you will soon get to know your new vehicle and it will serve you well for a long time to come This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle should the vehicle be sold it must be transferred to the new...

Page 2: ...regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an authorised Dealer or Service Centres The booklet also contains instructions for simple repairs Any operations not specifically described in this booklet require the use of special tools and or particular technical knowledge to carry out these operations refer to any authorised Dealer or Service Centres 2 ...

Page 3: ...ging the environment Vehicle intactness The incomplete or non observance of these regulations leads to the risk of serious damage to the vehicle and sometimes even the invalidity of the guarantee The signs that you see on this page are very important They are used to highlight parts of the booklet that should be read with particular care The different symbols are used to make each topic in the man...

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Page 5: ...ection indicators 25 Horn button 25 Light switch 26 Start up button 26 The immobilizer system 26 Keys 27 Immobilizer device enabled indicator led 28 Operation 28 Opening the saddle 30 Identification 31 Rear top box opening 31 Bag clip 32 Helmet Anti theft Device 32 USE 33 Checks 34 Refuelling 34 Tyre pressure 35 Shock absorbers adjustment 36 Running in 37 Starting up the engine 38 Precautions 39 D...

Page 6: ...group 74 Headlight adjustment 76 Front direction indicators 77 Rear optical unit 77 Rear turn indicators 78 Number plate light 78 Rear view mirrors 79 Front disc brake 79 Rear drum brake 80 Puncture 82 Periods of inactivity 82 Cleaning the vehicle 83 Troubleshooting 85 TECHNICAL DATA 89 Toolkit 95 SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 97 Warnings 98 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 99 Scheduled servicing table 100 6 ...

Page 7: ...Vespa LX 125 i e 150 i e Chap 01 General rules 7 ...

Page 8: ...s or repair work not expressly described in this manual to purchase original spare parts accessories and other original Piaggio products or for assistance in the case of specific problems please contact you local Authorised Piaggio Service Centre A team of professionals will be at hand to offer prompt appropriate assistance Thank you for choosing Piaggio Have a great journey Carbon monoxide If it ...

Page 9: ...SUR FACES IF YOU ACCIDENTALLY SPILL SOME FUEL MAKE SURE THAT IT IS WIPED UP OR COMPLETELY EVAPORATED BEFORE STARTING THE VEHI CLE Since gasoline expands in the fuel tank when the vehicle is sitting in the open sun never fill the tank completely to the brim Leave at least one inch of expansion space Avoid any contact of the fuel with your skin and avoid inhalation of fuel vapours Do not ever attemp...

Page 10: ...ot only destroy the vehicle but also could do serious property damage to surrounding property and cause serious injuries or even death DISPOSE OF UNWANTED GASOLINE PROPERLY DO NOT DUMP IT INTO STORM DRAINS SINKS OR TOILETS KEEP GASOLINE AWAY FROM CHILDREN Hot components WARNING WARNING THE ENGINE AND ALL PARTS OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM AS WELL AS THE BRAKING SYSTEM BECOME VERY HOT AND REMAIN HOT FOR S...

Page 11: ...TS AND ANY OBJECT WELL CLEAR OF THE REAR WHEEL WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING AND THE VEHICLE IS RESTING ON ITS STAND FAIL URE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL IN JURY AS WELL AS DAMAGE TO YOUR ENGINE Shock absorbers WARNING WARNING DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE FRONT AND REAR SHOCK ABSORB ER THE SHOCK ABSORBERS HAVE PRE LOADED SPRINGS DISASSEMBLY CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY AND EVEN DEATH ...

Page 12: ...OULD BRAKE FLUID ACCIDEN TALLY BE SWALLOWED DRINK LARGE QUANTITIES OF MILK OR PURE WA TER AND IMMEDIATELY SEEK PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ASSISTANCE BRAKE FLUID IS HIGHLY DESTRUCTIVE TO SKIN AND EYE TISSUE SHOULD YOU ACCIDENTALLY SPILL BRAKE FLUID ON YOURSELF REMOVE THE CON TAMINATED CLOTHING WASH YOUR BODY WITH SOAP AND WARM WATER IMMEDIATELY AND SEEK PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ASSISTANCE SHOULD YOU ACCIDENT...

Page 13: ...CIALLY WHEN FILLING THE BATTERY WITH EITHER WA TER OR ELECTROLYTE IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE SKIN FLUSH IM MEDIATELY WITH PLENTY OF WATER IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE EYES FLUSH WITH PLENTY OF WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 MINUTES IMMEDIATELY CONSULT A HEALTH PROFESSIONAL THE ELECTROLYTE IS POISONOUS IF THE ELECTROLYTE IS ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED DRINK LARGE QUAN TITIES OF WATER OR MILK AND THEN FOLLOW WITH...

Page 14: ...S ONLY DO NOT USE THE SCOOTER ON UN ASPHALTED SURFACES TO PREVENT ANY FALLS OR OTHER TYPES OF ACCIDENTS WARNING PIAGGIO RECOMMENDS YOU NOT TO RIDE YOUR MOTORSCOOTER ON STATE OR NATIONAL HIGHWAYS FREEWAYS OR EXPRESSWAYS Origin of the emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons Controlling hydrocarbon emissions is very important as in certain cases these compounds reac...

Page 15: ...tem consisting of an activated carbon canister with the relevant pipes This system prevents the escape of fuel vapours from the fuel tank Tampering WARNING WARNING TAMPERING WITH THE NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM IS PROHIBITED FEDERAL LAW PROHIBITS THE FOLLOWING ACTS A REMOVAL OR RENDERING INOPERATIVE BY ANY PERSON OTHER THAN FOR PURPOSES OF MAINTENANCE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT ANY DE VICE OR ELEMENT OF DESIG...

Page 16: ...N IS STRICTLY ILLEGAL FURTHER SERIOUS DAMAGE MAY BE DONE TO YOUR MOTORCYCLE WORSE ANY SUCH MODIFICATIONS MAY MAKE YOUR MOTORCYCLE UNSAFE WHICH COULD LEAD TO AN UPSET OR ACCIDENT WITH CONSEQUENT SERIOUS IN JURY OR EVEN DEATH FURTHER ANY SUCH MODIFICATION WILL IMMEDI ATELY AND COMPLETELY VOID THE WARRANTY PLEASE CONSULT YOUR FRANCHISED PIAGGIO DEALER TO DETERMINE WHAT ACCESSORIES MAY BE INSTALLED WI...

Page 17: ... possible wearing proper gear can reduce the chance of injury See your PIAGGIO Dealer for stylish comfortable and effective riding gear suggestions Helmets and eye protection Your helmet is most important item of riding gear as it offers the best protection pos sible against head injury The helmet must be comfortable and fitted correctly Wearing a helmet with bright colours or with reflector strip...

Page 18: ...acket for comfort as well as protection Brightly coloured and reflective clothing can help make you more notice able in traffic Be sure to avoid loose clothes that could get caught on any part of your motorscooter 18 1 General rules ...

Page 19: ...Vespa LX 125 i e 150 i e Chap 02 Vehicle 19 ...

Page 20: ...02_01 20 2 Vehicle ...

Page 21: ...gnition key switch B Horn button C Turn indicator switch D Light switches E Left hand grip F Rear brake control lever G Analogue instrument panel H Front brake control lever I Throttle grip L Start up button 21 2 Vehicle ...

Page 22: ...02_02 Analogue instrument panel 02_02 M Engine management indicator light 22 2 Vehicle ...

Page 23: ...es from 1 to 12 A a m or P p m By pressing T the clock can also display month day and seconds Use button U to set the various clock functions The digital clock runs from a battery which lasts about two years accessible by lifting the entire instrument panel You should contact an Authorized Piaggio Service Center to change the clock battery DEAD BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT THEY MUST DI...

Page 24: ...g wheel Turn the steering wheel left to the end of the stroke turn the key to LOCK and remove it DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO LOCK OR OFF WHILE RIDING Releasing the steering wheel Insert the key and turn it to OFF DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO LOCK OR OFF WHILE RIDING IF YOU AT TEMPT TO TURN THE KEY TO LOCK THE HANDLEBARS WILL LOCK IN ONE POSITION IF YOU ATTEMPT TO TURN THE KEY TO OFF THE ENGINE WILL IMMEDIATL...

Page 25: ...rn indicators switched on Lever C towards 2 right turn indicators switched on The lever C automatically goes back to its 0 position and the indicators remain on push the lever C to turn them off 02_06 Horn button 02_06 Push the button B to sound the horn 25 2 Vehicle ...

Page 26: ...s and then push the button L The immobilizer system In order to enhance theft protection the vehicle is equipped with a PIAGGIO IMMO BILIZER electronic engine locking device that is activated automatically when the ignition switch is removed Upon start up the PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER system checks the starter key and only if this key is recognised will the Immobiliser system allow the vehicle to be sta...

Page 27: ...rations We therefore recommend that it be used only under exceptional circumstances The blue key B single copy supplied is used for normal operations and for start up Together with the keys comes a CODE CARD which is imprinted with the mechanical code of the keys WARNING LOOSING THE RED KEY PREVENTS ANY REPAIRS OF THE PIAGGIO IMMO BILIZER SYSTEM AND THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT WARNING KEEP THE CODE CA...

Page 28: ...he key first to OFF and then to ON if the lock cannot be disabled try with the other key supplied red coloured If the engine cannot be started contact an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre which is provided with the electronic equipment required to detect and repair the system The Immobilizer is also activated by switching off the engine with the RUN OFF switch This happens even if the starter key ...

Page 29: ...again and pull it out Intermediate step blu key Within ten seconds after pulling out the red key insert the black key and promptly turn it to ON After 1 3 seconds turn the key to OFF again and pull it out In this way a maximum of 3 blue keys can be programmed by repeating the above procedure and keeping the indicated times Final step red key After extracting the last blue key insert the brown key ...

Page 30: ...es not start Insert the blue key and repeat the start up operation Check that engine starts WARNING SHOULD THE ENGINE START WITH THE RED KEY WITH TRANSPONDER OFF OR IN THE EVENT OF WRONG OPERATION DURING PROGRAMMING REPEAT THE PROCEDURE FROM THE BEGINNING 02_13 Opening the saddle 02_13 Insert the key into the seat lock A turn it anti clockwise and lift the seat forwards 30 2 Vehicle ...

Page 31: ...hat the vehicle identifi cation number stamped on the vehicle corresponds with that on the vehicle s documentation N B IN ALL STATES AND COUNTRIES IT IS AGAINST THE LAW TO ALTER THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VIN AND CAN RESULT IN SEVERE PEN ALTIES THIS WILL IMMEDIATELY INVALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY 02_16 Rear top box opening 02_16 Turn the key to the OFF position Now press it The glove compartment ...

Page 32: ...ti theft Device 02_18 Access the antitheft device where a helmet can be hooked by tipping the saddle CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID ENDANGERING THE STABILITY WHEN RIDING DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER WITH THE HELMET INSERTED INTO THE ANTITHEFT DE VICE WARNING THIS ACCESSORY IS NOT A THEFT PREVENTION GUARANTEE IT IS ONLY A DETERRENT 32 2 Vehicle ...

Page 33: ...Vespa LX 125 i e 150 i e Chap 03 Use 33 ...

Page 34: ...NTENANCE SCHEDULED THAT ARE SHOWN IN THIS OWNER S MANUAL FAILURE DETECT A DANGEROUS MAINTENANCE CON DITION OR FAULT IN THE VEHICLE CAN LEAD TO A SERIOUS ACCIDENT INJURY OR EVEN DEATH Refuelling 03_01 Fill fuel tank A with unleaded gasoline Minimum octane rating M R 2 method 90 The rider is informed when fuel is low by the fuel warning light on the dashboard Fill the engine oil tank B with recommen...

Page 35: ... the tire pressure and wear periodically around every 500 km The tires are equipped with a wear indicator and should be replaced as soon as these indicators become visible on the tread Also check that there are no cuts on the sides of the tires or irregular tread wear in this case refer to authorized garages or those equipped to replace the tires CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ...

Page 36: ...inimum preload rider only Position 2 medium preload rider only Position 3 medium preload rider and passenger Position 4 maximum preload rider passenger and luggage In order to carry out this operation you will need to use the specific spanner in the kit Spring preload increases by turning the ring nut towards A but decreases if the ring nut is turned towards B CAUTION RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH THE S...

Page 37: ...S 03_04 Running in 03_04 WARNING DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80 OF ITS MAXIMUM SPEED AVOID TWISTING THE THROTTLE GRIP FULLY OR KEEP ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD AFTER THE FIRST 1000 KM GRADUALLY INCREASE SPEED UNTIL REACHING THE MAX IMUM PERFORMANCE 37 3 Use ...

Page 38: ...sary to Rest the vehicle on its centre stand ensuring the rear wheel is not touching the ground Keep the throttle grip to idle speed Insert the key into the ignition key and turn it to ON Wait for the engine control telltale light to turn off Push the starter button A after pulling the front brake lever B or the rear brake lever C CAUTION DO NOT CARRY OUT THESE OPERATIONS IN CLOSED AREAS SINCE EX ...

Page 39: ...D OR PARTIALLY OPEN IF NECESSARY Precautions WARNING NEVER STRESS THE ENGINE AT LOW TEMPERATURES IN ORDER TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE BE CAREFUL NEVER TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM SPEED WHILE RUNNING DOWNHILL IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ENGINE IN ANY CASE IN ORDER TO PRESERVE THE ENGINE FROM PROLONGED OVERREVVING THE REVOLUTION LIMITER WILL BE ACTIVATED IF THE EN GINE SPEED EXCEEDS THE ESTABLISHED THRESH...

Page 40: ...IDLE FOR A FEW SECONDS 03_10 Difficult start up 03_10 In the rare case of a flooded engine and in order to facilitate starting try putting the vehicle into motion with the throttle slightly open It is however necessary once the engine is started to take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre to determine the cause of this problem and to re establish the vehicle proper functioning 40 3 Use ...

Page 41: ...CARE WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE THAT THE SI LENCER DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS 03_12 Anti theft ring 03_12 The ring shown in the figure located on the right side of the vehicle is used to fasten the vehicle to a stable object using a vehicle chain Do not use the ring for other pur poses WARNING THIS ACCESSORY IS NOT A THEFT PREVENTION GUARANTEE IT IS ON...

Page 42: ...HE VEHICLE DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CAT ALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH ALWAYS BE CAREFUL THAT THE MUF FLER DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS 03_14 Stand 03_14 Lower the projection of the centre stand by kicking the bracket while pulling the vehicle backward holding onto the handlebars 42 3 Use ...

Page 43: ...w minutes Safe driving Some simple pieces of advice follow that will enable you to use your vehicle daily in relative safety and peace of mind Your ability and your mechanical knowledge form the basis of safe driving We recommend trying out the vehicle in traffic free zones in order to acquire a good knowledge of the vehicle it self 1 Before driving off remember to put on your helmet and fasten it...

Page 44: ...VING THIS COULD CAUSE YOU TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE CAUTION ANY ELABORATION THAT MODIFIES THE VEHICLE S PERFORMANCES SUCH AS ANY ALTERATION TO ORIGINAL PARTS OF THE STRUCTURE RENDER THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TO THE APPROVED TYPE AND DAN GEROUS FOR DRIVING SAFETY AS WELL AS BEING PROHIBITED BY LAW CAUTION DO NOT PLACE ANYTHING INSIDE THE FRONT PART OF THE FAIRING BE TWEEN THE HANDLEBAR ...

Page 45: ...e then remove the ve hicle from the stand Get on the vehicle keeping at least one foot on the ground in order not to loose balance Before driving be sure that the rear view mirrors are correctly adjusted WARNING WHEN THE VEHICLE IS NEW TO YOU PRACTICE LOOKING IN THE REAR VIEW MIRRORS ONLY EXPERIENCE WILL ALLOW YOU TO CORRECTLY DETER MINE THE EXACT LOCATION OF OTHER VEHICLES AND OBJECTS BEHIND YOU ...

Page 46: ...ds will overheat reducing the braking efficiency Use the brakes as little as possible to maintain a safe speed Never coast downhill with the engine off Pay very close attention to any obstacles or variations of the road surface Uneven roads rails manhole covers painted traffic stripes traffic dots all become slippery when wet Avoid particularly steel plates which are sometimes used during road mai...

Page 47: ...A new motorscooter must be care fully broken in see paragraph RUNNING IN Before starting the engine make sure that the brakes transmission and throttle controls function properly and that the fuel and oil supply is adequate The exhaust system brakes and some other parts of the motorscooter become very hot during operation Do not touch any of these parts Some medicines or drugs illegal or prescript...

Page 48: ...are involved in an accident ensure that there has been no damage to the control levers tubes wires braking system and other vital parts If your motorscooter is involved in an accident take it immediately to your Authorized Piaggio Service Center who has the equipment and knowledge to check for damage which may compromise your safety Your Piaggio Dealer is qualified to help you with any safety prob...

Page 49: ...ccessories on the maneuverability or stability of your motorscooter it can only warn that such effects may be negative and that any damage to the mo torscooter components caused by the use of such accessories will not be covered by the warranty Never race other motorscooters or motorcycles with your motorscooter Brake with both the front and rear brakes The use of one brake only for sudden braking...

Page 50: ... increase your visibility wear light reflecting clothing such as a jacket or clothes jacket gloves trousers with reflecting inserts Pay special attention to the approaching cars and lorries that could be about to turn left Many accidents motorbikes are involved into are caused by car drivers coming from the opposite direction not signalling to the bike rider their intention to turn left Inevitably...

Page 51: ...r or passenger in case of an accident If you have any doubt with regard to any accessory you would like to install or any load you would like to carry consult your local Piaggio Dealer beforehand Avoid installing accessories that cover horns or lights or that could impair their func tions Don t install accessories that limit the suspension stroke or the steering angle that interfere with the opera...

Page 52: ...is higher and further to the rear This makes it more likely that the front wheel will come up off the ground especially on acceleration Therefore you should avoid hard acceleration and hard braking Many accidents are caused by in experienced rider carrying passengers Remember that allowance must be made for the extra weight of the passenger far all driving maneuvers Avoid abrupt and exces sive acc...

Page 53: ...Vespa LX 125 i e 150 i e Chap 04 Maintenance 53 ...

Page 54: ...uled Maintenance Table or before undertaking a long trip The vehicle is equipped with an oil pressure light on the instrument panel 04_01 04_02 Engine oil level check 04_01 04_02 Every time the vehicle is used visually inspect the level of the engine oil when the engine is cold after completely unscrewing the oil cap dipstick The oil level should be somewhere between the MAX and MIN index marks on...

Page 55: ...e 04_04 The vehicle is equipped with a warning light that lights up when the key is turned to the ON position However this light should switch off once the engine has been started If the warning light still lights while braking at idle speed or while turning a corner it is necessary to check the oil level and top up if required If after having topped up the oil the warning light persists in still ...

Page 56: ...a few minutes and switch it off after 5 minutes check the level and if necessary top up without exceeding the MAX level The cartridge filter must be replaced at every oil change For top ups and changes use new oil of the recommended type WARNING RUNNING THE ENGINE WITH INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OR WITH INADE QUATE LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES THE WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE IRREVERSIB...

Page 57: ...level ground and rest it on its centre stand Unscrew the oil dipstick A and dry it with a clean cloth Reinsert it by screwing it in completely Pull out the dipstick and check that the oil level is between the MIN and MAX refer ence marks If the oil level is below the MIN notch refill the hub with the right amount of oil Screw up the oil dipstick back in and make sure it is locked properly in place...

Page 58: ...GE CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE WHICH IS EQUIP PED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY Recommended products AGIP ROTRA 80W 90 Rear hub oil SAE 80W 90 Oil that exceeds the requirements of API GL3 specifications 04_10 REPLACEMENT 1 Remove the oil dipstick 2 Unscrew the oil drainage screw B and drain out all the oil 3 Screw back the drainage screw and refill t...

Page 59: ...ible on the tread Check also for cuts on the tires walls and uneven tread wear Tires must be replaced by an authorized Piaggio service center or center equipped for changing tires N B THE TIRES MUST BE CHECKED WHEN THE TIRES ARE COLD Characteristic Tire pressure front wheel 23 2 psi 1 6 bar Tire pressure rear wheel 29 psi 2 bar Tire pressure rear wheel driver and passenger 41 psi 2 8 bar 59 4 Main...

Page 60: ...en while installing and fixing it with the correct inclination Before refitting the shiel ded cap insert it first in the cover Tie down the cable in the corresponding clamp Be extremely careful when carrying out the operations described above insert your left hand on the spark plug inspection door side and your right hand from the helmet compartment side CAUTION FOLLOW THESE PROCEDURES VERY CAREFU...

Page 61: ...0 cm NGK CR7EB Electrode gap 0 7 0 8 mm 04_15 Removing the air filter 04_15 04_16 Remove the side fairing by undoing the screw A and the smaller screw B Take off air cleaner cover D after having unscrewed the 6 fixing screws C then take out the filter CAUTION IN CASE OF RIDING ON DUSTY ROADS IT IS ADVISABLE TO CLEAN THE AIR FILTER MORE FREQUENTLY THAN INDICATED IN THE RELEVANT CHAPTER ON SCHEDULED...

Page 62: ...ecified oil 4 Gently squeeze the filter element without twisting it let it drip and then refit it CAUTION IF THE VEHICLE IS USED ON DUSTY ROADS IT IS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT MAINTENANCE CHECKS OF THE AIR FILTER MORE OFTEN TO AVOID DAM AGING THE ENGINE Recommended products Oil for air filter sponge Oil for air filter sponge Mineral oil with specific additives for increased adhesiveness 62 4 Maintena...

Page 63: ... Unscrew the 2 screws B remove the reservoir cap C and pour in the required quantity of fluid the brake fluid level must be above minimum Check the level with the reservoir in a horizontal position i e with the handlebars straight and the scooter perfectly level ONLY USE DOT 4 CLASSIFIED BRAKE FLUIDS THE BRAKE CIRCUIT FLUID HAS A STRONG CORROSIVE POWER DO NOT LET IT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAIN...

Page 64: ...E THE RUB BER SEALS ON THE BRAKE CIRCUIT AND MUST NOT BE USED ON ANY ACCOUNT DO NOT RIDE YOUR VEHICLE WITH WORN OR MALFUNCTIONING BRAKES THE BRAKES ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT SAFETY SYSTEM OF YOUR VEHI CLE USING THE MOTOR SCOOTER WITH BRAKES THAT ARE ANYTHING LESS THAN PERFECT IS VERY LIKELY TO LEAD TO A COLLISION OR UPSET WITH CONSEQUENT RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CHECK THE BRAKE PAD WEAR AS SHO...

Page 65: ...IOUS ACCIDENT THE BRAKES ARE EXTREMELY IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT USE THE VEHICLE IF THE BRAKES DO NOT WORK PERFECTLY ALWAYS CHECK THE BRAKE EFFICIENCY BEFORE RIDING IF THE FEEL OR POSITION OF THE BRAKE LEVER CHANGES THIS MAY BE DUE TO SOME PROBLEM IN THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT REGARDING THE PERFECT FUNCTIONING OF YOUR BRAKE SYSTEM OR IF THE NORMAL PRERIDE CHECKS INDICA...

Page 66: ... frequent inspections and diligent maintenance DEAD BATTERIES CAN HARM THE ENVIRONMENT THE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT REG ULATIONS THE ELECTROLYTE CONTAINS SULPHURIC ACID AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES SKIN AND CLOTHES IN THE CASE OF ACCIDENTAL CONTACT RINSE WITH PLENTY OF WATER AND CONSULT A DOCTOR DO NOT DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLES WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING...

Page 67: ...VIRONMENT COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA TIONS IN FORCE Characteristic Battery Sealed 12 V 10 Ah Long periods of inactivity Battery performance will decrease if the vehicle is not used for a long time This is the result of a natural phenomenon of battery discharging and due to possible residual absorption of the vehicle due to components with constant power...

Page 68: ...attery The battery must be clean completely charged and stor ed in a dry and wellventilated area Recharge at least once every two months THE BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED WITH A CURRENT EQUAL TO 1 10 OF THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE BATTERY AND FOR NOT LONGER THAN 10 HOURS TAKE THE VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZED PIAGGIO SERVICE CENTER FOR THIS OPERATION WHEN REMOUNTING THE BATTERY MAKE SURE THE TER MINALS ARE COR...

Page 69: ... side Push the steering column cover upwards and pull to release the retaining tongues Before replacing a fuse find and solve the failure that caused it to blow Do not replace the fuse with any alternative form of conductor CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ELECTRIC SYSTEM NEVER DISCON NECT THE WIRING WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING DO NOT TIP THE VEHICLE TOO MUCH IN ORDER TO AVOID DANGEROUS LEAK...

Page 70: ...04_25 04_26 04_27 CAUTION PERFORM THE OPERATIONS CAREFULLY DO NOT DAMAGE THE TONGUES OR THEIR SEATS HANDLE THE PAINTED AND PLASTIC COMPONENTS CAREFULLY DO NOT SCRATCH OR DAMAGE THEM 70 4 Maintenance ...

Page 71: ...pply to injection load solenoid Immobilizer aerial ECU Location steering cover Fuse No 3 Capacity 7 5 A Protected circuits live power supply to instrument panel horn turn indicator control device stop light starter relay Location steering cover Fuse No 4 Capacity 10 A Protected circuits battery powered headlight solenoid antitheft device pre installation Location steering cover Fuse No 5 Capacity ...

Page 72: ...its battery powered injection solenoid ECU Immobilizer LED Location battery compartment BULBS High low beam light bulb Type Halogen H4 Power 12V 55 60W Quantity 1 Front side light bulb Type Incandescent W2 1x9 5d Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 Front turn indicator light bulb Type Incandescent BA 15s Power 12V 10W Quantity 1 RHS 1 LHS 72 4 Maintenance ...

Page 73: ...tail light bulb Type Incandescent BAY 15s Power 12V 21 5W Quantity 1 License plate bulb Type Incandescent W2 1 x 9 5D Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 Instrument panel bulb Typ Incandescent Power 12V 2W Quantity 6 Instrumental panel warning light bulbs Typ Incandescent Power 12V 2 W Quantity 9 73 4 Maintenance ...

Page 74: ... protection C 2 Unscrew the ring nut D to extract the bulb holder 3 Press the bulb slightly and turn it anticlockwise to remove it To replace the tail light bulb 1 Slide off the rubber bulb holder E from its fitting 2 Hold and slide off the bulb N B IF MISTING IS NOTICED ON THE INSIDE OF THE HEADLAMP GLASS THIS DOES NOT INDICATE A FAULT AND IS ATTRIBUTABLE TO HUMIDITY AND OR TO LOW TEMPERATURES TH...

Page 75: ...LE THE PAINTED AND PLASTIC COMPONENTS CAREFULLY DO NOT SCRATCH OR DAMAGE THEM CAUTION DO NOT PULL THE ELECTRICAL WIRING TO EXTRACT THE BULB HOLDER 04_33 To replace the bulbs 1 Remove the turn indicator from its fitting by undoing the screw A 2 Take out the bulb holder B from its fitting by turning it anticlockwise 3 Press the bulb turn it anticlockwise and then take it out To refit proceed in reve...

Page 76: ...ght on and make sure the projection of the light beam is between 7 10 and 9 10 of the distance measured from the ground to the center of the headlight 3 Adjust the headlight as necessary via screw A WARNING THE PROCEDURE DESCRIBED ABOVE COMPLIES WITH THE EURONORM CONCERNING THE MAX AND MIN HEIGHT OF THE LIGHT BEAM OF A ROAD VEHICLE PLEASE CHECK WITH THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES FOR THE RE QUIREMENTS WHIC...

Page 77: ...necessary to remove the 2 set screws D To remove the light bulb press and rotate it by approx 30 and then extract it For the refitting follow the same operations in the reverse order WARNING IF YOU NOTICE ANY MIST DEVELOPING WITHIN THE INTERNAL SURFACE OF THE HEADLIGHT THIS IS PERFECTLY NORMAL AND IS SIMPLY DUE TO THE HIGH LEVEL OF HUMIDITY AND OR LOW ATMOSPHERIC TEMPERATURE THE PHENOMENON WILL RA...

Page 78: ...he bulb and turn it by ap prox 30 then extract it For refitting proceed backwards 04_40 04_41 Number plate light 04_40 04_41 To remove the license plate bulb proceed as follows Slide off the bulb holder A from its seat by operating from the inside of the license plate holder Slide off bulb B CAUTION DO NOT PULL THE ELECTRICAL WIRING TO EXTRACT THE BULB HOLDER 78 4 Maintenance ...

Page 79: ...probably means you have air in the circuit or the brake is malfunc tioning In these cases keep in mind the importance of your brakes in terms of road safety we recommend to bring the scooter to an Authorized Piaggio Service Centre He will have the equipment and knowledge to ensure that the front brake is working perfectly WARNING CHECK THE BRAKE PADS AFTER THE FIRST 1 000 KM AND EVERY 6 000 KM THE...

Page 80: ...e starts its braking action The idle stroke at the end of the brake lever must be likewise about 10 mm Apply the brake repeatedly and make sure that the wheel turns freely after the lever has been released Ride the vehicle ensuring that the rear brake is working properly WARNING THE BRAKES ARE THE PARTS THAT MOST ENSURE YOUR SAFE TY AND FOR THIS REASON THEY MUST ALWAYS BE IN PERFECT WORKING ORDER ...

Page 81: ...UR LOCAL PIAGGIO DEALER WARNING RIDING WITH WORN REAR BRAKE PADS CAN LEAD TO AN UPSET SERIOUS ACCIDENT AND INJURY OR EVEN DEATH CAUTION AFTER SERVICING THE BRAKES ALWAYS CHECK THEM FOR FUNCTION IF THE STROKE OF THE LEVER IS EXCESSIVE OR IF YOU DETECT THAT THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE BRAKES IS REDUCED IN ANY WAY HAVE YOUR VEHICLE SERVICED BY YOUR LOCAL PIAGGIO DEALER HE WILL HAVE THE EQUIPMENT AND KNO...

Page 82: ...ice Centre N B FOR THE USE OF THE CYLINDER FOLLOW ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PACKAGING THE WHEELS COMPLETE WITH TIRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED USING THE VEHICLE WITH A LOW PRESSURE TIRE OR WITH AN INCORRECT BALANCE CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS DO NOT RIDE YOUR SCOOTER WITH A LEAKING OR REPAIRED TIRE EXCEPT TO MOVE TO SAFETY A LEAKING PATCHED OR REPAIRED TIRE IS MUCH MORE LIKELY TO F...

Page 83: ...EFORE PROCEEDING MAKE SURE THAT THE ROOM IN WHICH YOU ARE WORKING IS PROPERLY VENTILATED DO NOT INHALE FUEL VA PORS DO NOT SMOKE OR ALLOW OPEN FLAMES NEAR THE VEHICLE WHILE YOU ARE DRAINING THE FUEL DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PIAGGIO DEALER OR AU THORIZED PIAGGIO SERVICE CENTER FOR HELP Cleaning the vehicle To soften up dirt and mud on the painted parts of the scooter use only low press...

Page 84: ... DRY BEFORE THE BODYWORK CAN BE RINSED AND CAN DAMAGE THE PAINTWORK DO NOT USE RAGS SOAKED IN GASO LINE OR DIESEL TO CLEAN PAINTED SURFACES OR PLASTIC PARTS OF THE SCOOTER OR DAMAGE TO THE FINISH MAY RESULT WARNING THE USE OF A HIGH PRESSURE WATER JET IS STRONGLY DISCOURAGED FOR ANY ENGINE CLEANING OPERATION HOWEVER IF NO OTHER MEANS ARE AVAILABLE IT IS THEN NECESSARY TO ONLY USE FAN SPRAY JETS KE...

Page 85: ...ITH A MILD DETER GENT DO NOT ALLOW ANY ALCALINE OR STRONG ACID DEANER GASO LINE BRAKE FLUID OR ANY OTHER SOLVENT TO CONTACT THE WINDSHIELD REPLACE WINDSHIELD IF BECOMES SCRATCHED SO AS TO INTERFERE WITH VIEW Troubleshooting STARTING FAILURE Fuse blown Replace the blown fuse and have the vehicle checked by an Authorised Service Centre 85 4 Maintenance ...

Page 86: ...STION OF FUEL SHOULD THIS OCCUR DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE ENGINE TURN THE IGNITION KEY TO OFF AND TOP UP THE FUEL TANK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES COULD DAMAGE THE FUEL PUMP AND OR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER IGNITION PROBLEMS Faulty spark plug Contact an Authorised Service Centre Faulty ignition injection control unit Due to the presence of high voltage this check should ...

Page 87: ...RFORMANCE Clogged or dirty air filter Try to blow out with compressed air otherwise replace the filter INSUFFICIENT BRAKING Greasy disc Worn pads Faulty braking system Presence of air in the front and rear brake circuit Contact an Authorised Service Centre INEFFICIENT SUSPENSION Shock absorber fault oil leak end buffers damaged shock absorber preloading incorrectly set Contact an Authorised Servic...

Page 88: ...AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS CVT rollers and or drive belt damaged Contact an Authorised Service Centre 88 4 Maintenance ...

Page 89: ...Vespa LX 125 i e 150 i e Chap 05 Technical data 89 ...

Page 90: ...05_01 90 5 Technical data ...

Page 91: ... 6 Nm at 7 250 rpm Transmission CVT expandable pulley variator with torque server V belt self ventilating dry automatic centrifugal clutch and transmission housing with forced circulation air cooling Final reduction gear Gear reduction unit in oil bath Lubrication Engine lubrication with lobe pump inside crankcase chain driven with double filter mesh and paper Cooling Forced air circulation coolin...

Page 92: ...mpliance EURO 3 150 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Type Single cylinder 4 stroke Engine capacity 151 cm Bore x stroke 62 8 x 48 6 mm Compression ratio 10 6 0 5 1 Engine idle speed 1 650 100 rpm Timing system 2 valves single overhead camshaft chain driven Valve clearance Intake 0 10 mm Exhaust 0 15 mm Max power 8 9 kW at 7 750 rpm MAX torque 11 8 Nm at 6 500 rpm Transmission CVT expandable pulley variator w...

Page 93: ...ic starter Ignition Capacitive discharge ignition with variable advance and separate HV coil Ignition advance Three dimensional map managed by control unit Spark plug 150 cm NGK CR7EB Fuel system Electronic injection with Ø 28 mm throttle body single injector Fuel Unleaded petrol Exhaust silencer Absorption type exhaust muffler with catalytic converter Emissions compliance EURO 3 VEHICLE SPECIFICA...

Page 94: ...ver Rear brake Drum type Ø 110 mm with mechanical command operated from the handlebar with left hand lever Wheel rim type Light alloy wheel rims Front wheel rim 11 x 2 50 Rear wheel rim 10 x 3 00 Front tyre Tubeless 110 70 11 45L Rear tyre Tubeless 120 70 10 54L Front tyre pressure with passenger 23 PSI 23 PSI 1 6 bar 1 6 bar Rear tyre pressure with passenger 29 PSI 41 PSI 2 0 bar 2 8 bar Kerb wei...

Page 95: ...gine oil 1 000 cm Transmission oil 100 cm Fuel tank reserve 8 5 l 2 l 05_02 Toolkit 05_02 Spanners one box wrench 16 mm a double screwdriver The tools are located in a toolbox under the saddle 95 5 Technical data ...

Page 96: ...96 5 Technical data ...

Page 97: ...Vespa LX 125 i e 150 i e Chap 06 Spare parts and accessories 97 ...

Page 98: ... OWN LINE OF ACCESSORIES THAT ARE THEREFORE ALSO RECOGNIZED AND GUARANTEED IN RELATION TO THEIR USE IT IS THEREFORE INDISPENSABLE TO TURN TO AN AUTHORIZED PIAGGIO DEAL ER OR SERVICE CENTRE IN ORDER TO SELECT THEM AND HAVE THEM CORRECTLY ASSEMBLED THE USE OF NON ORIGINAL ACCESSORIES AND OR THOSE NOT CORRESPONDING TO THE PRODUCT MODEL CAN COMPRO MISE THE STABILITY AND FUNCTION OF THE VEHICLE LEADING...

Page 99: ...Vespa LX 125 i e 150 i e Chap 07 Scheduled maintenance 99 ...

Page 100: ...intervals of time even if you have not reached the predicted mileage Punctual vehicle servicing is necessary for the correct use of the guarantee For all further information regarding the Guarantee application modes and the execution of the Programmed Mainte nance refer to the Guarantee Booklet TABLE OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES Km x 1 000 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 Valve clearance A A A ...

Page 101: ... bracket L L L L L L L L L L Transmission L L L L L Throttle control A A A A A A Odometer gear L L L L L Suspension I I I I I Steering A A A A A A Safety fasteners I I I I I I Tyre pressure and wear I I I I I I I I I I I Vehicle road test I I I I I I I I I I I I CHECK AND CLEAN ADJUST LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY C CLEAN R REPLACE A ADJUST L LUBRICATE Check the level every 3000 Km Replace eve...

Page 102: ...ke engines Brake fluid Brake fluid FMVSS DOT 4 Synthetic fluid Oil for air filter sponge Oil for air filter sponge Mineral oil with specific additives for increased adhesiveness Rear hub oil Rear hub oil SAE 80W 90 Oil that exceeds the requirements of API GL3 specifications Engine oil Engine oil SAE 5W 40 API SL ACEA A3 JASO MA Synthetic oil 102 7 Scheduled maintenance ...

Page 103: ... I Identification 31 Immobilizer 26 28 Instrument panel 22 K Key switch 24 Keys 27 L Light switch 26 M Maintenance 53 99 Mirrors 79 P Puncture 82 R Refuelling 34 Riding 17 50 S Saddle 30 Scheduled maintenance 99 Shock absorbers 36 Spark plug 60 Stand 42 Start up 26 Switch 24 26 T Technical Data 89 Toolkit 95 Top box 31 Transmission 43 Turn indicators 78 Tyre pressure 35 Tyres 59 V Vehicle 19 83 10...

Page 104: ...nents parts or accessories which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are required for manufacturing or con struction reasons Not all versions models shown in this publication are available in all countries The availability of each model should be checked at the official Piaggio sales network Copyright 2008 PIAGGIO C S p A Pontedera All rights reserved Reproduction of this public...