Gilera Runner PureJet 50 Manual

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• Page 1 GILERA WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the very best from your vehicle. Please read it carefully before riding the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. It also describes features, details and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice.
• Page 2 The instructions given in this booklet are intended to provide a clear, simple guide to using your scooter; details are also given of routine maintenance procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at and Authorized PIAGGIO Dealer or Service Centre. The booklet also contains instructions for simple repairs.
• Page 3 Personal safety Failure to completely observe these instructions will result in serious risk of personal injury. Safeguarding the environment Sections marked with this symbol indicate the correct use of the vehicle to prevent dam- aging 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.
• Page 5 INDEX VEHICLE. Checking the electrolyte level. 34 Dashboard. Long periods of inactivity. 34 Key switch. 10 Fuses. 35 Locking the steering wheel. 10 Front light group. 37 Releasing the steering wheel. 10 Headlight adjustment. 38 Switch direction indicators. 11 Front direction indicators. 38 Horn button.
• Page 7 Runner PureJet 50 Chap. 01 Vehicle.
• Page 8 Dashboard (01_01) A = Speedometer B = Odometer C = Fuel gauge D = Coolant temperature gauge E = Turn signal indicator F = Engine two-stroke oil G = High beam indicator H = Fuel warning light I = Light indicator L = Plug with contacts M = Turn signal selector N = Horn.
• Page 9 Running engine: with light off: (OK) with solid light on: (contact the conces-sionarie as soon as pos-sible) with flashing light: (stop immediately, turn the engine off, wait a few minutes before restarting). Contact the concession-aire or an author-ised PIAGGIO-GILERA Serv- ice Centre. 01_01.
• Page 10 Key switch (01_02) LOCK= Ignition blocked, key can be extracted, steering lock installed. OFF = Ignition blocked, key can be extracted, steering lock not on. ON = Starter position, steering lock not on, key cannot be extracted. 01_02 Locking the steering wheel Turn the handlebar to the left (as far as it will go), turn the key to «LOCK».
• Page 11 Switch direction indicators (01_03) To set the left turn indicators flashing, move lever «B» to the left; to set the right turn indicators flashing, move it to the right. The lever automatically returns to the central position and the indicators remain on. To turn the indicators off, press the lever towards the switch.
• Page 12 Light switch (01_05) 0 = Low-beam and tail light 1 = High-beam and tail light 01_05 Start-up button (01_06) To start the engine, press the starter button, «P», after pulling either one of the two brake levers. 01_06 Opening the saddle (01_07, 01_08) Insert the key in lock «A», turn it anticlockwise and tip the saddle forward.
• Page 13 01_08 Keys (01_09) The vehicle is supplied with two keys (one spare) that serve to start the engine, open the fuel tank and unlock the saddle compartment. The keys are accompanied by a plate marked with the identification code to be quoted when ordering duplicates.
• Page 14 Identification (01_10, 01_11) The identification numbers consist of a prefix stamped on the chassis and on the en- gine, followed by a number. They must be quoted when ordering spare parts. We recommend that you check that the prefix and chassis number stamped on the vehicle correspond with those in the vehicle documents.
• Page 15 Runner PureJet 50 Chap. 02.
• Page 16 If the warning light fails to illuminate contact an Authorized Piaggio-Gilera Service Center. If the fuel mixing device is assembled or disassembled it is necessary to bleed it.
• Page 17 CAUTION SHUT OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE REFUELING WITH PETROL. PETROL IS HIGH- LY FLAMMABLE. DO NOT LET PETROL SPILL FROM THE TANK OR WHILE REFUELING CAUTION DO NOT BRING NAKED FLAMES OR CIGARETTES NEAR THE MOUTH OF THE FUEL TANK: FIRE HAZARD. ALSO AVOID INHALING HARMFUL VAPOURS. CAUTION 02_02 DO NOT USE THE VEHICLE TO THE COMPLETE EXHAUSTION OF THE FUEL;.
• Page 18 CAUTION THE USE OF OILS AND SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE. Recommended products eni i-Ride PG 2t Synthetic based lubricant for low smoke 2-stroke engines and additives. API TC - JASO FC - ISO-L-EGD Characteristic Topping up mixer oil reservoir Topping up oil reservoir: 0.5 ÷.
• Page 19 Characteristic Front tyre pressure 1.6 bar Tyre pressure (rear wheel) Rear wheel: 1,8 bar Running in (02_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.
• Page 20 Starting up the engine (02_05) The vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission system with a direct choke. Always start the engine with the gas control at minimum, and gradually accelerate to pull away. The vehicle has a fuel line tap and a starter device which automatically start when the engine is turned on.
• Page 21 Then, proceed to start as usual by pressing button «A» and keeping the gas knob to idle. If the above pro- cedures fail to make the vehicle start, contact an authorised Piaggio-Gilera Service Centre.
• Page 22 CAUTION WHEN PARKING THE 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. CAUTION DO NOT SHUT OFF THE ENGINE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. UNBURNED FUEL COULD ENTER THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND BURN, CAUSING THE CONVERTER TO OVERHEAT AND POSSIBLY DESTROYING IT.
• Page 23 Safe driving (02_09) WARNING SOME SIMPLE TIPS ARE PROVIDED BELOW WHICH WILL ENABLE YOU TO USE YOUR VEHICLE ON A DAILY BASIS MORE EASILY AND SAFELY. < Your ability and your knowledge of the vehicle form the basis of safe riding. We rec- ommend trying out the vehicle in traffic-free zones to get to know your vehicle completely.
• Page 24 8. Any elaboration that modifies the vehicle's performances, such as tampering with original structural parts is strictly forbidden by law, and renders the vehicle not con- forming to the approved type and therefor dangerous to ride. CAUTION RIDING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, DRUGS OR CERTAIN MEDI- CINES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ONESELF AND FOR OTHERS.
• Page 25 Runner PureJet 50 Chap. 03 Maintenance.
• Page 26 Hub oil level (03_01, 03_02, 03_03) Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick «A» Unscrew the oil filler plug «B» and drain out all the oil. Screw in the drainage cap again and fill the hub with the specified oil. Characteristic Rear hub oil Quantity: approx.
• Page 27 API GL-4 03_03 Tyres (03_04) Periodically check the inflation pressure of the front and rear tires. The tires have tread wear indicators "A" and must be replaced as soon as the indicators are visible on the tread. Check also for cuts on the tire walls and uneven wear. Tires must be changed by an authorized service center or a mechanic in possession of the proper tools for fitting tires on your vehicle.
• Page 28 Spark plug dismantlement (03_05, 03_06) Remove the cover, disconnect the plug lead and unscrew the plug with the supplied spark plug pipe wrench "A" supplied. When refitting the plug it should be hand-tight- ened initially. Be sure to hold the plug at the correct angle. Use the spark plug wrench to tighten the plug fully.
• Page 29 Removing the air filter (03_07) Unscrew the 6 fixing screws remove the cover and extract the filter. 03_07 Air filter cleaning 1) Wash the filter with water and a gentle detergent, dry it with a clean rag and blasts of compressed air. 2) Soak the filter in a solution of gasoline and reccomended oil.
• Page 30 The coolant level must always be between the min. and max. level shown by the two references on the expansion tank, which are visible after removing the front shield grille panel. To remove the grille panel click out the Gilera badge and unscrew the screw beneath it, taking care not to damage the paintwork.
• Page 31 The brake fluid level may fall due to wear of the brake pads. If the level is less than minimum take your vehicle to an Authorized Piaggio-Gilera Service Center for a general check-up of the brakes. If you need to fill up the level, follow the instructions 03_10 below.
• Page 32 CAUTION TOP-UPS SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED OUT WITH DOT4 CLASSIFIED BRAKE FLUID. CAUTION 03_11 THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE. THEREFORE, WHEN TOPPING UP, AVOID LETTING IT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAINTED PARTS OF THE VEHICLE. THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HYGROSCOPIC, THAT IS, IT ABSORBS HUMIDITY FROM THE SURROUNDING AIR.
• Page 33 Battery (03_12, 03_13, 03_14) To access the battery tip the saddle forwards and unscrew the two screws "A". To release the battery disconnect the leads. The battery is an electronic device that re- quires regular inspection and servicing. The main points regarding servicing are listed below.
• Page 34 If the battery needs filling too frequently check the electrics: the battery is probably working in overload conditions which will lead to rapid deterioration. Diag- nostic outlet "C" for use by authorised Piaggio-Gilera Service Centres. 03_15 Long periods of inactivity Battery performance will be poor if the vehicle is not used for a long time.
• Page 35 TION SAFELY. WHEN REFITTING THE BATTERY MAKE SURE THE LEADS ARE CORRECTLY CONNECTED TO THE TERMINALS. WARNING DO NOT DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLES WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THIS CAN CAUSE IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE'S ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT. WARNING USED BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA- TIONS IN FORCE.
• Page 36 Coil injector H.V. coil Battery charge N° 1 fuse 15A Fuel pump Power plant supply under lock N° 1 fuse 7,5A Lighting N° 1 fuse 7,5A Warning lights Consents Stop light Flasher lights Horn 03_16.
• Page 37 03_17 Front light group (03_18, 03_19) To turn the headlighs on (no. 2 lamps for dipped beams), remove the central cover by turning the screw. Then unscrew the 3 screws that secure the light. Then remove the light from the front, remove the 2 rubber protection caps. Turn the clips to remove the high beam bulbs.
• Page 38 Headlight adjustment (03_20, 03_21) Put the unloaded vehicle on level, even ground at a distance of 10 m. from a screen that is sufficiently darkened and make sure that the vehicle axis is at right angles to the screen. Mark the screen with a horizontal line that is 52-54 cm. from the ground. Start the engine, switch on the headlight dipped beam and position it so that the boundary between the brightly illuminated area and the surrounding area is no higher than the line you have drawn.
• Page 39 In this case, mainly due to the importance of brakes to guarantee safe riding conditions, the vehicle should be taken to an Authorised Piaggio-Gilera Service Centre in order to be checked. CAUTION 03_25 BRAKING SHOULD BEGIN AFTER ABOUT 1/3 OF THE BRAKE LEVER STROKE.
• Page 40 -unlike balloon tyres- go flat very slowly. This offers greater riding safety. A tyre that goes flat very slowly can be repaired with an "INFLATE AND REPAIR" spray. Tyres should be later fully repaired at an Authorised Piaggio-Gilera Service Centre. 03_27.
• Page 41 Periods of inactivity (03_28) Prepare the vheicle as follows: 1) Clean the vehicle. 2) With the engine stopped and the piston at the bottom of its stroke , remove the spark plug and pour about 1÷2 cc. engine oil into the cylinder. Then turn the engine over a few times using the kick-starter and refit the spark plug.then,start the starter motor 3÷4 times for 2-3 seconds .
• Page 42 WARNING To avoid the appearance of oxidations, wash the vehicle every time it is used in certain areas or in special conditions of: · Environmental / seasonal conditions: use of salt, de-icer chemical products on the road in winter. · Air pollution: city and/or industrial areas. ·.
• Page 43 • DO NOT DIRECT THE JET AT THE CARBURETTOR, THE ELECTRIC CABLES, THE COOLING SLITS IN THE TRANSMISSION COVER AND THE SPIRAL COVER. IFFICULTY STARTING No fuel in tank Refuel Filters, jets or carburetor clogged Contact an Authorized Piaggio- or dirty. Gilera Service Center. Dead battery. Kick-start. Install new battery..
• Page 44 Check the spark plug insulation if there are cracks or it is broken replace the spark plug. If the spark plug is in good condition, contact an Authorized Piaggio-Gilera Service Center. OOR COMPRESSION Spark plug bore thread damaged; Contact an Authorized Piaggio- head bolts insufficiently torqued Gilera Service Center.
• Page 45 INSUFFICIENT BRAKING Greasy disc. Worn pads. Contact an Authorised Piaggio- Gilera Service Centre. Air in the brake assembly. Contact an Authorised Piaggio- Gilera Service Centre. OOR SUSPENSION Deterioration hydraulic material; Contact an Authorized Piaggio- worn stroke end bumpers; worn Gilera Service Center.
• Page 47 Runner PureJet 50 Chap. 04 Technical data.
• Page 48 ENGINE single cylinder; 2-stroke Bore x stroke 40 X 39.3 mm Displacement 49,4 cm³ Compression ratio 11,5 ± 0,9 Ignition advance (before T.D.C. ) Variable-managed by the electronic unit controlling the ignition installation Throttle body 20 BING 71/20/104 Recommended spark plug type CHAMPION RG6YCA Max.
• Page 49 valve opening) fuel pump in electric line Fuel intake Through the reed valve on the case integrated in the injection system. Lubrication Engine lubrication (pistone, cylinder, crankshaft, bearings, air compressor) carried out by the oil introduced in the pump case along with the washing air.
• Page 50 catalytic converter and SAS plate system. Electronic ignition Electronic ignition system, with integrated A.T. coil. Chassis made of welded tubular steel with sheet metal reinforcement. Front brake disc brake with hand activated hydraulic control (lever on the extreme right of the handlebars). Rear brake disc brake with hand activated hydraulic control (lever on the.
• Page 51 04_01.
• Page 52 Toolkit Wrenches: one box-spanner (13 -21 mm); one twin screwdriver. The tools are located under the seat in a specific container.
• Page 53 Runner PureJet 50 Chap. 05 Spare parts and accessories.
• Page 54 CAUSES YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS TO EXPIRE. 05_01 CAUTION PIAGGIO-GILERA MARKETS ITS OWN LINE OF ACCESSORIES, WHICH ARE COVERED BY A MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY ON THE BASIS OF THEIR USE. IT IS THEREFORE ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY TO CONTACT AN AU- THORISED PIAGGIO-GILERA DEALER OR SERVICE CENTRE TO CHOOSE THEM AND HAVE THEM CORRECTLY ASSEMBLED.
• Page 55 Runner PureJet 50 Chap. 06 Scheduled maintenance.
• Page 56 Scheduled servicing table (06_01) Adequate maintenance is fundamental to ensuring long-lasting, optimum operation and performance of your vehicle. To this end, a series of checks and maintenance operations (at the owner's expense) have been suggested, which are included in the summary table on the following page. Any minor faults should be reported without delay to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer without waiting until the next scheduled service to solve it.
• Page 57 km x 1,000 Transmission gas mixer Hub oil Brake pads Tyre pressure and wear Headlight Vehicle and brake road test Radiator Odometer gear CVT rollers Suspension Steering Transmission I: INSPECT AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY C. CLEAN, R: REPLACE, A: ADJUST, L: LUBRICATE * Replace every 2 years RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product.
• Page 58 Product Description Specifications AGIP FILTER OIL Special product for the treatment of foam filters. AGIP GP 330 Water repellent springy calcium spray grease. R.I.D./A.D.R. 2 10°b) 2 R.I.Na. 2.42 - I.A.T.A. 2 - I.M.D.G. class 2 UN 1950 Pag. 9022 EM 25-89 eni i-Ride PG 2t Synthetic based lubricant for low smoke 2-.
• Page 59 TABLE OF CONTENTS Horn: 11 Hub oil: 26 Air filter: 29 Puncture: 40 Vehicle: 7, 41 Identification: 14 Battery: 33 Refuelling: 16 Brake: 31, 39 Key switch: 10 Saddle: 12 Keys: 13 Checks: 16 Scheduled maintenance: 55 Spark plug: 28 Start-up: 12 Switch: 10–12 Light switch: 12.
• Page 60 The descriptions and images in this publication are given for illustrative purposes only and are not binding. While the basic characteristics as described and illustrated in this booklet remain unchanged, Piaggio & C. S.p.A. reserves the right, at any time and without being required to update this publication beforehand, to make any changes to components, parts or accessories, which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are required for manufacturing or construction reasons.