Aprilia Scarabeo 125 2003 Maintenance Schedule
The 2003 Aprilia Scarabeo 125 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for oil, spark plugs, battery, general maintenance, air filter, brake fluid, coolant, tires and valve clearance. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
124ccEngine size
39Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Aprilia Scarabeo 125 - Scarabeo 150 - Scarabeo 200 Use and Maintenance manual (1st ed. Sept 2001), Regular Service Intervals Chart pp.38-39 (this document covers model years 2000–2006): vespaforum.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil change | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 12,000 km · Replace every 24 months | Easy | Change engine oil. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 15,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 6,000 km | Easy | Check spark plug at 1,000 km; replace every 6,000 km/12 months. |
| Battery terminal fastening / electrolyte level check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check battery terminal fastening and electrolyte level. |
| Carburettor idling adjustment | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Adjust carburettor idle speed. |
| Air cleaner cleaning | Every 6,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Clean air cleaner element. |
| Accelerator operation check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check accelerator/throttle operation. |
| Brake locking operation check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check brake locking operation. |
| Light system check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check lighting system. |
| Stop light switches check | Every 6,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check brake light switches. |
| Brake fluid level check / replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 24 months | Easy | Check brake fluid level; replace fluid every 2 years. |
| Coolant level check / replacement | Every 2,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Replace every 24 months | Easy | Check coolant level every 2,000 km; replace coolant every 2 years. |
| Engine oil level check | Every 1,000 km | Easy | Check engine oil level. |
| Headlight beam direction check | Every 6,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check/adjust headlight beam direction. |
| Tire pressure and wear check (monthly) | Every 1 month | Easy | Check tire pressure and tread wear. |
| Engine oil pressure warning light check | See notes | Easy | Check engine oil pressure warning light function. |
| Front and rear brake pad wear check | Every 2,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check front and rear brake pad wear. |
| Rear shock absorber check | Every 12,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Check rear shock absorber. |
| Transmission cables and controls check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check transmission cables and controls. |
| Accelerator cable adjustment | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Adjust accelerator cable free play. |
| Variator (CVT) belt check / replacement | Every 6,000 km · Every 12 months · Replace every 12,000 km · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Check CVT variator belt; replace every 12,000 km/24 months. |
| Steering tube bearings and slack check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check steering tube bearings and steering slack. |
| Wheel bearings check | Every 6,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check wheel bearings. |
| Brake discs check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check brake disc condition. |
| Engine oil filter cartridge replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil filter cartridge. |
| General running of the vehicle check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check general running of the vehicle. |
| Valve clearance adjustment | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Advanced | Check and adjust valve clearances. |
| Speed change gear grease replacement | Every 12,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Replace CVT speed-change gear grease. |
| Braking systems check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check braking systems. |
| Cooling system check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check cooling system. |
| Fork oil and oil seal check | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Check front fork oil and oil seals. |
| Transmission oil change | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 12,000 km · Replace every 24 months | Easy | Change transmission (hub) oil. |
| CVT guide pins replacement (rear, x3) | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Replace the 3 rear CVT guide pins. |
| Front pulleys replacement (x2) | Every 18,000 km | Moderate | Replace the 2 front CVT pulleys. |
| Engine oil filter screen and magnetic screw check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check engine oil filter screen and magnetic drain screw for debris. |
| CVT guide rollers replacement (rear, x3) | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Replace the 3 rear CVT guide rollers. |
| Speed change gear rollers and plastic guides replacement | Every 6,000 km · Every 12 months · Replace every 12,000 km | Moderate | Check CVT speed-change gear rollers/guides; replace every 12,000 km. |
| Wheel/tire condition check (dealer) | Every 6,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Check wheel and tire condition and inflation. |
| Inner spring cap replacement (rear) | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Replace rear inner spring cap. |
| Fastener (nut/bolt/screw) tightening check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Check general fastener tightening. |
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