This comprehensive service manual for the 1995 Aprilia Pegaso 655 motorcycle provides everything you need to repair and maintain your bike. Designed with clarity and ease of use in mind, this manual equips you with the same information used by Aprilia motorcycle technicians.

Delve into detailed sections covering essential aspects of your motorcycle, including: general information, specifications, periodic checks and adjustments, lubrication, engine operation, fuel system, cooling system, electrical system, troubleshooting, and more. Illustrated with numerous pictures and diagrams, this manual makes complex procedures simple to understand. Print the pages you need and take them with you into the garage or workshop, keeping your hands clean and making repairs a breeze.

## The 1995 Aprilia Pegaso 655: A Trailblazing Dual-Sport Motorcycle

The 1995 Aprilia Pegaso 655 marked a significant shift in the dual-sport motorcycle landscape, offering a compelling blend of on-road comfort and off-road capability that appealed to a wide range of riders. Unlike many of its contemporaries, the Pegaso wasn't simply a street bike with knobby tires. It was a purpose-built machine designed to handle a variety of terrain, thanks to its clever engineering and innovative design.

At the heart of the Pegaso 655 lay a liquid-cooled, 650cc, single-cylinder engine, a departure from the traditional V-twin or parallel-twin setups common in its class. This engine, with its distinctive, throaty exhaust note, delivered a healthy 50 horsepower and provided good low-end torque, making it suitable for both highway cruising and trail riding. The Pegaso's chassis, with its robust steel frame and long-travel suspension, offered excellent ground clearance and handling agility both on and off-road. Its lightweight design further enhanced its maneuverability, making it a joy to ride on tight trails and twisty roads. The Pegaso 655 also featured a unique, front-mounted fuel tank, an unusual but effective design that shifted the weight distribution for improved handling and stability.

## A Legacy of Innovation and Adventure

The 1995 Aprilia Pegaso 655 captured the imagination of adventure-seeking riders with its distinctive style and impressive performance. It was a versatile motorcycle that could be ridden equally well on paved roads and dirt tracks, opening up a world of possibilities for its owners. From weekend adventures through scenic trails to daily commutes, the Pegaso 655 offered a level of versatility and performance that few motorcycles of its time could match. While it may have been a relatively niche model during its production run (1993-2004), the Pegaso 655 left a lasting legacy as a pioneer of the modern dual-sport category. It demonstrated that a single-cylinder engine, combined with a well-engineered chassis and a focus on practicality, could create a truly versatile and enjoyable motorcycle for riders of all skill levels.