Piaggio MP3 300 HPE - Owner's Manual > Front suspension locking system

The front suspension locking system simply prevents, where available, vehicle tilting when the "T " switch is pressed. With this device, the vehicle can be stopped without your feet touching the ground.

The warning light "E" starts flashing when the ignition switch is set to "ON". This means that the system is enabled for locking activation.

When the "T" switch is turned to "1 " a continuous sound alarm signals that the locking system is engaged and, at the same time, the warning light "E" turns on steadily.

When the "T switch is turned to "2" an intermittent sound alarm signals that the locking system is disengaged and, at the same time, the warning light "E " starts flashing again. Warning light "E " turns off when riding starts. This means that the system allows for vehicle tilting.

(N.B.: if the rider is not seated on the saddle, to carry out the system unlocking press the switch "T" twice).

Engaging roll lock is possible only if the following conditions occur at the same time:

• Throttle completely untwisted.
• Engine rpm below 2,500 rpm
• Vehicle speed below 10 km/h.
• Locking system WARNING light "Q " off (the system has not detected failures)

If one of these conditions is not checked, the warning light "E " remains off and locking cannot be engaged (in normal riding conditions, the warning light "E" is off).

With engine on, system locked and warning light "E" on, the suspension locking system is disengaged automatically and the warning light "E " turns off when the throttle is twisted to start the ride.

For riders' safety, the vehicle has a rider detection sensor in the saddle which enables the system to prevent vehicle motion and suspension unlocking (in case of locked suspension) when the rider is not properly seated in riding position: in such case, the WARNING light "Q" turns on steadily

CAUTION

THE RIDER DETECTION SENSOR IS LOCATED IN THE FRONT PART OF THE SADDLE. AVOID PLACING BAGS OR HEAVY OBJECTS ACCIDENTALLY ON THE SADDLE.

NOT OBSERVING THIS RULE MAY MOVE THE VEHICLE FORWARD AND RELEASE THE SUSPENSION LOCKING SYSTEM EVEN IF THE RIDER IS NOT SEATED, BY SIMPLY TWISTING THE THROTTLE GRIP. THE VEHICLE COULD FALL ACCIDENTALLY AS A CONSEQUENCE.

WARNING

EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED, MAKE SURE THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOCKING SYSTEM IS ENGAGED. OTHERWISE, PLACE YOUR FEET ON THE GROUND TO KEEP THE VEHICLE UPRIGHT.

WARNING

AVOID USING THE LOCKING SYSTEM WHEN RIDING THE VEHICLE ALONG IRREGULAR ROADS OR ROADS WITH OBSTACLES (E.G. ROAD HUMPS, SIDEWALK, ETC.).

IN CASE OF ENGINE FAILURE (DISCHARGED BATTERY) AVOID PULLING THE VEHICLE WITH THE LOCKING SYSTEM ENGAGED.

WITH THE LOCKING SYSTEM ENGAGED AND THE ENGINE OFF, AVOID MOVING THE VEHICLE AT SPEEDS ABOVE 5 Km/h.

WARNING

IF THE RIDER IS NOT SEATED ON THE SADDLE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND THE LOCKING SYSTEM IS ENGAGED, AVOID OPERATING THE THROTTLE CONTROL PURPOSELESSLY AS THIS MAY DAMAGE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.

CAUTION

DO NOT RIDE DOWNHILL WITH THE SUSPENSION LOCKING SYSTEM ENGAGED AND THE IGNITION SWITCH SET TO OFF.

With the vehicle off and the suspension locking system engaged, it is possible to get off the vehicle without using the stand. For safety reasons, it is recommended to press the hand brake lever shown in the figure, moving it form position "A " to position "B".

When the hand brake "B" is engaged, warning light "R" on the instrument panel turns on.

When the hand brake is set to "B" and the ignition switch is turned to position "1", the safety system that prevents the hand brake from getting released is activated. To release the hand brake, turn the ignition switch to "2" or "3". If the switch is set to "1 ", the hand brake can also be engaged.

WARNING

IT IS PREFERABLE TO USE THE STAND IF THE VEHICLE STOPS ON A STEEP SLOPE.

ALWAYS OBSERVE THE CUSTOMARY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR CASES WHEN THE VEHICLE STOPS ON A STEEP SLOPE. TURN THE WHEELS SO THAT THE POTENTIAL MOVEMENT CAUSED BY THE SLOPE TAKES THAT WHEEL AGAINST THE SIDEWALK. WITH THE STEERING LOCK ENGAGED, MANOEUVRE SO THAT THE SIDEWALK IS TO THE RIGHT WHEN YOUR VEHICLE IS PARKED UPHILL AND TO THE LEFT WHEN PARKED DOWNHILL.

If the WARNING light "Q " turns on (flashes), it means that there is a failure in the front suspension locking system. Therefore, it is necessary to contact an Authorised Service Centre. If the front suspension is locked, it can be unlocked by operating the "T" switch twice quickly on the unlocking position "2". Once the suspension is unlocked, the vehicle can be normally used, except for the locking system which will be disengaged.

For some cases of failure, the vehicle speed is auto-limited to 30 Km/h. This automatic procedure is activated to enhance safety until the failure is eliminated.

Always contact an Authorised Service Centre.

If the continuous sound alarm is activated when the WARNING light "Q" turns on (steadily), try to unlock the system by operating the "T " switch twice quickly on the unlocking position "2".If it cannot be unlocked, contact an Authorised Service Centre.

Parking brake

To engage the parking brake "B", move the lever from position "1" to position "2".

The vehicles not equipped with the front suspension locking system, are equipped with a side stand in addition to the centre stand.

CAUTION

The opening of the side stand inhibits the ignition of the engine or turns it off if in motion.

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