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Aprilia · Shim-adjusted overhead-cam four-stroke, wet sump, gearbox shares engine oil, chain drive

Dorsoduro 750

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Published source

Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book (Ed. 02 2010), ManualsLib

Factory owner's handbook. Covers edition Ed. 02 2010.

89 items for a 2012 model, grouped by interval the way a factory chart is laid out.

How this bike is built (what the schedule is based on)

Engine cycle: Four-stroke
Engine lubrication: Wet sump (oil in crankcase)
Oil filtration: Replaceable cartridge or spin-on filter
Valve gear: Overhead cam, shim adjusted (incl. desmo)
Ignition: Electronic (CDI / transistor / ECU)
Charging: Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery: Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system: Fuel injection
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Primary drive: Gear or chain inside engine, shares engine oil
Gearbox oil: Shares engine oil
Clutch control: Hand lever, hydraulic
Final drive: Chain
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm, single shock / cantilever
Front brake: Disc, hydraulic
Rear brake: Disc, hydraulic
Wheels: Cast / alloy, tubeless
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2012 Aprilia Dorsoduro 750

On the road: every 300 km

1 item

Check engine oil level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Each fuel stop on old machines. Dry sump: check the tank hot, engine idling or just stopped, per your manual.

On the road: every 500 km

3 items

Check lights, horn, brake light switches

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Check tire pressures

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Lubricate drive chain

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Lube warm, ideally at the end of the riding day so it soaks in overnight. Sooner after rain.

On the road: every 800 km

1 item

Check coolant level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

On the road: every 1,000 km

1 item

Check chain slack and rear wheel alignment

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 1,000 km

1 item

Drive chain (check, clean, adjust)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. Every 1000 km.

Every 1,600 km or 6 months

1 item

Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 5,000 km or 1 month

1 item

Tires, pressure and wear (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km and every 5000 km; check monthly.

Every 5,000 km or 12 months

9 items

Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

Guideline
Clean drive chain thoroughly (remove and soak, re-lube)

Final drive

Guideline

Non O-ring chains on old machines: remove, clean, soak in hot chain grease or lube, refit with the master link clip closed end leading.
Inspect chain and sprockets for wear (measure stretch)

Final drive

Guideline
Check steering head bearing adjustment

Front end

Guideline
Inspect fork seals, stanchions and fork boots

Front end

Guideline
Check footrests, pegs, rear brake and gear lever pivots

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease and check center / side stand and springs

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Check brake pads and discs

Brakes

Guideline
Check wheel bearings for play

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Every 5,000 km

1 item

Brake pad wear (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km and every 5000 km.

Every 6,500 km or 12 months

1 item

Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 8,000 km or 12 months

2 items

Change engine oil

Engine

Guideline

Pre-1970 machines: many owners run non-detergent or classic-spec oil with no filter, so short intervals matter. Dry sump: drain the tank and the crankcase/sump, flush the tank and clean the feed and return screens.
Replace oil filter

Engine

Guideline

Every 9,500 km or 12 months

7 items

Inspect coolant hoses and clamps

Engine

Guideline
Clean / inspect air filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Mesh or oiled foam: clean and re-oil. Paper: blow out or replace. Some very early machines have no filter at all.
Check charging voltage and regulator / cut-out

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Check swingarm bushes for play

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Inspect rear shocks for leaks and damping

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Lubricate control cables and lever pivots

Controls and cables

Guideline
Lubricate speedometer / tachometer cables, check drive

Controls and cables

Guideline

A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.

Every 10,000 km

1 item

Air filter (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 10000 and 30000 km.

Every 16,000 km or 2 years

1 item

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline

Every 19,500 km or 2 years

4 items

Replace air filter element

Fuel and air

Guideline
Synchronize throttle bodies

Fuel and air

Guideline
Clean and grease rear suspension linkage

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease swingarm pivot

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 20,000 km

29 items

Bolts and nuts tightening (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Braking systems (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Coolant (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Cooling system (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Engine oil (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Engine oil filter (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Flexible coupling (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Light alignment (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Light circuit (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Safety switches (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Spark plug (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Suspension and setting (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Valve clearance (adjust)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. Inspect at 1000 km; adjust at 20000 and 40000 km.
Vehicle general operation (inspect)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Air filter (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Fuel pipes (inspect)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Clutch control fluid (inspect)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Clutch wear (inspect)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Transmission cables and controls (inspect)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Drive chain (inspect)

Final drive

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km; check and clean, adjust or replace if necessary every 1000 km.
Fork (inspect)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Fork oil seals (inspect)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Steering bearings and steering clearance (inspect)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Rear shock absorber (inspect)

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Brake discs (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Brake fluid (inspect)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Wheel bearings (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 20000 and 40000 km.
Wheels (inspect)

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.
Control unit diagnosis

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At 1000 km, then 20000 and 40000 km.

Every 24,000 km or 3 years

1 item

Change fork oil

Front end

Guideline

Some early telescopic forks are grease filled or use very small oil quantities. Check your manual.

Every 24,000 km or 4 years

1 item

Check valve clearances (shim adjusted)

Engine

Guideline

Every 25,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace spark plugs

Engine

Guideline

Every 29,000 km

1 item

Replace chain and sprockets (wear based)

Final drive

Guideline

Every 32,000 km or 4 years

2 items

Repack / replace steering head bearings

Front end

Guideline

Many old machines use loose balls in cups and cones. Taper roller conversions are common.
Repack / replace wheel bearings

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Cup-and-cone and taper roller hubs need periodic repacking and adjustment.

Every 38,500 km or 4 years

1 item

Replace fuel filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Every 40,000 km or 6 years

1 item

Replace swingarm bushes / bearings

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 48,500 km or 6 years

1 item

Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs

Front end

Guideline

Every 6 months

1 item

Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Every 2 years

9 items

Coolant (replace)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. Every 2 years.
Replace coolant

Engine

Guideline
Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Clutch control fluid (replace)

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. Every 2 years.
Replace hydraulic clutch fluid

Primary and gearbox

Guideline
Fork oil (replace)

Front end

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. Every 2 years.
Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Brake fluid (replace)

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. Every 2 years.
Replace brake fluid

Brakes

Guideline

Every 4 years

4 items

Fuel pipes (replace)

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. Every 4 years.
Replace fuel lines

Fuel and air

Guideline

Old rubber and modern ethanol fuel do not mix well.
Inspect brake hoses; replace old rubber

Brakes

Guideline
Rebuild calipers and master cylinders (seals)

Brakes

Guideline

Every 6 years

1 item

Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)

Wheels and tires

Guideline

No interval set

1 item

Instrument panel error warning light (check)

Engine

Factory

Factory: Routine maintenance table (Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory / Dorsoduro 750 use and maintenance book, Ed. 02 2010, printed p.167-169). Columns: 1000 km, then every 5000 km to 40000 km. Key: I inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if necessary; R replace; A adjust. Halve the intervals in wet or dusty areas, off road or for sporting use. At every start-up.

Guideline lines: Intervals here are general guidelines for the machine's era and layout, compiled for this app. They are not factory manual figures. Check your workshop manual, and edit any interval in the bike's Schedule tab.