1996-1997 Aprilia Leonardo 125 Service Manual
Complete Italian service and repair procedures for the Rotax 120 monocylinder 4-stroke engine. Features detailed maintenance schedules, fuel system, cooling system, electrical circuits, and chassis specifications.
Aprilia Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Aprilia Leonardo 125
Model Years: 1996–1997
Technical Data:
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Engine: Rotax 120, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve, liquid-cooled, wet crankcase, overhead camshaft
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Engine displacement: 124.91 cm³
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Bore and stroke: 56.4 mm x 50 mm
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Compression ratio: 12.5 ± 0.5:1
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Transmission: Automatic stepless
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Idling speed: 1600 ± 100 rpm
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Fuel capacity: 9.5 L (including 2.5 L reserve)
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Engine oil capacity: 1050 cm³ (oil change), 1100 cm³ (oil and filter change), 1150 cm³ (engine overhaul)
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Coolant capacity: 1200 cm³
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Transmission oil capacity: 90 cm³
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Spark plug: NGK CR8E (standard), NGK CR9E (cold), NGK CR7E (hot)
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Spark plug gap: 0.6 mm
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Brake disc diameter: 220 mm (front), 190 mm (rear)
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Tire pressure (standard): 190 kPa (1.9 bar) front, 200 kPa (2.0 bar) rear
Aprilia Manual Features & Content Preview
Aprilia Leonardo 125 Service Manual Overview (1996–1997)
Need the factory specs for your Rotax 120? This original 262-page OEM workshop manual breaks down the technical data and maintenance schedules for the 1996 and 1997 Aprilia Leonardo 125 scooters. Because this is an instant download, you can skip the shipping wait and pull up the exact fastener torques or electrical diagrams right on your shop tablet or phone.
- Covers 1996–1997 Aprilia Leonardo 125 models equipped with the liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Rotax 120 engine.
- Original OEM publication (September 1996 edition, reprinted January 1997), capturing the B-96 fuel system index variant alongside standard servicing data.
- Contains 262 pages of comprehensive technical specifications, maintenance schedules, and mechanical data.
- Available as an instant download the second your payment clears.
- Fully indexed, searchable PDF lets you quickly jump to any specific chapter or appendix.
- Saved directly to your account for easy retrieval, ensuring you never lose access even after a hard-drive failure.
Technical Documentation Scope & Shop Value
Rather than generic textbook descriptions, this manual provides the hard numbers required for professional-level maintenance. Major chapters outline periodic maintenance routines, engine systems, the fuel supply network, cooling architecture, and the complete electrical system. You get a clear look at the factory-specified chassis component layouts and specialized repair procedures without the fluff. Always verify your shop equipment is properly calibrated and follow standard shop safety practices before attempting any heavy engine tear-downs or electrical diagnostics based on these specs.
Specification Previews
What kind of data will you find inside? The manual lists critical torque values, such as the 50 Nm requirement for the engine connection link fulcrum pin nut. You will also find factory capacities, detailing the 1200 cm³ coolant system capacity and the 1150 cm³ final-stage engine oil capacity for complete overhauls.
It clearly specifies a 42.5 carburetor pilot jet for the Rotax unit and dictates a strict 0.6 mm spark plug gap. (Note: The OHC configuration means valve clearance checks are not applicable here). This documentation acts as your baseline reference for what the manufacturer intended, serving as a comprehensive spec review and technical data sheet rather than a step-by-step repair tutorial.
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