🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Aprilia Model: RS 125 Year: 1993 👋 Introduction Market Position Motorcycle Segment: Lightweight sportbike, entry-level performance motorcycle Target Audience: New riders, track day enthusiasts, DIY mechanics seeking detailed repair guidance Competitive Analysis Competitors 1993: Yamaha TZR 125, Honda NSR 125, Cagiva Mito 125 Key Features Rs125 Appeal: Sharp styling, potent two-stroke engine, lightweight chassis, track-oriented handling 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Manual Type: Service and Repair Manual Language: English Format: Downloadable PDF Page Count Page Count: Estimated 300-400 pages (typical for comprehensive service manuals) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Complete engine overhaul, top-end rebuild, bottom-end assembly, cooling system, lubrication system, fuel system (carburetor, fuel lines), ignition system, exhaust system. Transmission: Gearbox inspection, clutch service, gear selection mechanism, gearbox oil change. Chassis: Frame inspection and repair, front suspension (forks, steering head bearings), rear suspension (shock absorber, swingarm, linkages), wheel bearings, spoke tensioning. Brakes: Front and rear brake system service, caliper overhaul, master cylinder service, brake fluid replacement, pad and disc inspection. Electrical: Wiring diagrams, battery maintenance, charging system (alternator/stator, regulator/rectifier), lighting system, ignition switch, starter motor, instrumentation. Bodywork: Fairing removal and installation, seat, fuel tank, handlebars, controls, body panel fasteners. Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance tasks, oil and filter changes, spark plug replacement, air filter cleaning/replacement, chain adjustment and lubrication, brake system bleeding, coolant flush. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic procedures for common starting, running, and performance issues; electrical fault finding using wiring diagrams. Repair: Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for all major mechanical and electrical components. Technical Depth: Comprehensive coverage from basic routine maintenance to complete engine rebuilds and advanced diagnostics. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: PDF Searchability: Searchable text content Print Quality: High-resolution images and diagrams, printable pages ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, two-stroke, single-cylinder Displacement: 124.8 cc (7.62 cu in) Bore X Stroke: 54.0 mm x 54.5 mm (2.13 in x 2.15 in) Compression Ratio: 8.8:1 (typical) Power Delivery: Rotary disc valve intake Performance Horsepower: Approximately 30-34 hp (1993 European spec) Torque: Approximately 23-25 Nm Fuel System Carburetor: Dell'Orto VHSA 34 (or similar 34mm) - specific jetting details in manual Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline, 95-98 RON Fuel Mixture: Automatic oil injection system Oil Type: 2-stroke engine oil (API TC, JASO FD rated) Cooling System Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled Coolant Type: Ethylene glycol based coolant mixture (50/50 with distilled water) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 6-speed constant mesh Clutch Type: Wet, multi-plate Features Gear Ratios: Specific ratios available within the manual for each gear. Final Drive: Chain drive Transmission Oil Type: SAE 75W/90 or SAE 80 gear oil (API GL-4) Transmission Oil Capacity: Approximately 0.8 Liters 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approximately 1950 mm (76.8 in) Width: Approximately 700 mm (27.6 in) Height: Approximately 1060 mm (41.7 in) Wheelbase: Approximately 1345 mm (53.0 in) Weights Dry Weight: Approximately 131 kg (289 lbs) Fuel Tank Capacity: Approximately 10.0 Liters (2.6 US gal) Seat Height: Approximately 800 mm (31.5 in) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Rating: N/A (Motorcycle classification) Active Features Braking System: Front: Single disc brake (e.g., Brembo 320mm), Rear: Single disc brake (e.g., Brembo 240mm) Tires Front: 110/70-17 Tires Rear: 130/70-17 or 140/70-17 Suspension Front: Upside-down telescopic forks (e.g., Marzocchi or Paioli), adjustable preload in some variants. Suspension Rear: Monoshock with progressive linkage system, adjustable preload and rebound damping. Passive Features Lighting: Halogen headlight, LED or incandescent taillight and turn signals. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Instrumentation: Analog speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature gauge, odometer, trip meter, warning lights (oil, neutral, high beam, indicators). Driver Assistance ABS: Not typically equipped on the 1993 model. Connectivity Charging System: 12V AC charging system via stator and electronic regulator/rectifier. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 3,000-5,000 km or annually, depending on usage. Spark Plug Replacement: Every 5,000-10,000 km or as per manual recommendations. Air Filter Cleaning: Every 3,000-6,000 km, depending on riding conditions. Chain Maintenance: Lubricate and adjust every 500-1000 km, or after washing/wet riding. Brake Fluid Flush: Every 2 years or as specified in the manual. Coolant Replacement: Every 2-3 years. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Fully synthetic 2-stroke motorcycle oil (API TC, JASO FD or higher) Transmission Oil Spec: SAE 75W/90 or SAE 80 GL-4 Brake Fluid Spec: DOT 4 Coolant Spec: 50/50 mix of Ethylene Glycol and Distilled Water Known Issues Common Problems: Carburetor jetting sensitivity to altitude/temperature, power valve (A.E.S.) mechanism maintenance, occasional electrical connector issues, aging rubber components (hoses, seals). Typical Repairs: Piston ring replacement, clutch plate wear, fork seal replacement, carburetor cleaning and re-jetting. 📚 Vehicle History Brand Heritage Aprilia Legacy: Italian manufacturer with a strong racing pedigree, particularly in smaller displacement categories and two-stroke engines. Model Evolution Rs125 Lineage: The RS 125 evolved from earlier models like the AF1 series, inheriting its sporting DNA and advanced chassis technology for its era. Production Production Years: The RS 125 was produced for...
Fairing removal and installation, seat, fuel tank, handlebars, controls, body panel fasteners.
Procedures Included
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance tasks, oil and filter changes, spark plug replacement, air filter cleaning/replacement, chain adjustment and lubrication, brake system bleeding, coolant flush.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common starting, running, and performance issues; electrical fault finding using wiring diagrams.
Repair:
Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for all major mechanical and electrical components.
Technical Depth:
Comprehensive coverage from basic routine maintenance to complete engine rebuilds and advanced diagnostics.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Format:
PDF
Searchability:
Searchable text content
Print Quality:
High-resolution images and diagrams, printable pages
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
Liquid-cooled, two-stroke, single-cylinder
Displacement:
124.8 cc (7.62 cu in)
Bore X Stroke:
54.0 mm x 54.5 mm (2.13 in x 2.15 in)
Compression Ratio:
8.8:1 (typical)
Power Delivery:
Rotary disc valve intake
Performance
Horsepower:
Approximately 30-34 hp (1993 European spec)
Torque:
Approximately 23-25 Nm
Fuel System
Carburetor:
Dell'Orto VHSA 34 (or similar 34mm) - specific jetting details in manual
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, 95-98 RON
Fuel Mixture:
Automatic oil injection system
Oil Type:
2-stroke engine oil (API TC, JASO FD rated)
Cooling System
Cooling Type:
Liquid-cooled
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol based coolant mixture (50/50 with distilled water)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
6-speed constant mesh
Clutch Type:
Wet, multi-plate
Features
Gear Ratios:
Specific ratios available within the manual for each gear.
Final Drive:
Chain drive
Transmission Oil Type:
SAE 75W/90 or SAE 80 gear oil (API GL-4)
Transmission Oil Capacity:
Approximately 0.8 Liters
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approximately 1950 mm (76.8 in)
Width:
Approximately 700 mm (27.6 in)
Height:
Approximately 1060 mm (41.7 in)
Wheelbase:
Approximately 1345 mm (53.0 in)
Weights
Dry Weight:
Approximately 131 kg (289 lbs)
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 10.0 Liters (2.6 US gal)
Seat Height:
Approximately 800 mm (31.5 in)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Rating:
N/A (Motorcycle classification)
Active Features
Braking System:
Front: Single disc brake (e.g., Brembo 320mm), Rear: Single disc brake (e.g., Brembo 240mm)
Tires Front:
110/70-17
Tires Rear:
130/70-17 or 140/70-17
Suspension Front:
Upside-down telescopic forks (e.g., Marzocchi or Paioli), adjustable preload in some variants.
Suspension Rear:
Monoshock with progressive linkage system, adjustable preload and rebound damping.
Passive Features
Lighting:
Halogen headlight, LED or incandescent taillight and turn signals.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Instrumentation:
Analog speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature gauge, odometer, trip meter, warning lights (oil, neutral, high beam, indicators).
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Not typically equipped on the 1993 model.
Connectivity
Charging System:
12V AC charging system via stator and electronic regulator/rectifier.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,000-5,000 km or annually, depending on usage.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 5,000-10,000 km or as per manual recommendations.
Air Filter Cleaning:
Every 3,000-6,000 km, depending on riding conditions.
Chain Maintenance:
Lubricate and adjust every 500-1000 km, or after washing/wet riding.
Brake Fluid Flush:
Every 2 years or as specified in the manual.
Coolant Replacement:
Every 2-3 years.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
Fully synthetic 2-stroke motorcycle oil (API TC, JASO FD or higher)
Transmission Oil Spec:
SAE 75W/90 or SAE 80 GL-4
Brake Fluid Spec:
DOT 4
Coolant Spec:
50/50 mix of Ethylene Glycol and Distilled Water
Known Issues
Common Problems:
Carburetor jetting sensitivity to altitude/temperature, power valve (A.E.S.) mechanism maintenance, occasional electrical connector issues, aging rubber components (hoses, seals).
Typical Repairs:
Piston ring replacement, clutch plate wear, fork seal replacement, carburetor cleaning and re-jetting.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Aprilia Legacy:
Italian manufacturer with a strong racing pedigree, particularly in smaller displacement categories and two-stroke engines.
Model Evolution
Rs125 Lineage:
The RS 125 evolved from earlier models like the AF1 series, inheriting its sporting DNA and advanced chassis technology for its era.
Production
Production Years:
The RS 125 was produced for many years, with the 1993 model representing an early generation of this iconic sportbike.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Awards Or Ratings:
While specific awards for the 1993 model are not widely documented, the RS 125 line consistently received praise in enthusiast publications of the era for its performance and handling in the 125cc sportbike class.