Piaggio 614737 Handbrake, Starter and Heater Lever Assembly – Ape TM 703 Petrol and Diesel

On the Ape TM 703, the handbrake is not a standalone lever: it is a single assembly that also includes the starter control and the heater control. The code 614737 is the original Piaggio Group spare part for that complete assembly — painted steel parking brake lever with pawl and toothed sector, starter lever, and heater lever, all pre-assembled on the support. It covers the Ape TM 703 petrol and diesel versions, from the P703 of 1989 up to the 703 of 2016, including FL2 and LCS versions.

✓ Strengths

• Complete assembly, not just the lever: arrives pre-assembled, with starter and heater in the correct positions.
• Original Piaggio Group spare part, code 614737 — not an aftermarket equivalent.
• One code for petrol and diesel: same part on 220 cc 2T, 422 cc diesel, and 422 LCS.
• Replaces a long series of previous codes (189739, 189741, 189745, 568001, 614736 among others): if your Ape uses an older one, this is the updated version.
• Restores a roadworthy parking brake, which is also an inspection item on the Ape.

Technical features

Vehicle compatibility

Who is it perfect for?

For those who use the Ape TM daily and have noticed that the handbrake no longer holds: the lever moves freely, the pawl skips teeth, or the assembly is so rusted that the starter and heater levers move with difficulty. It's a part located on the floor, so it gets exposed to water, dirt, and salt in winter: it's normal for it to be the first to fail on a work vehicle. It's also suitable for those restoring a vintage Ape and want to start with a new original assembly instead of salvaging the old one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it suitable for my Ape TM?
It is suitable for the Ape TM 703 petrol and diesel: from the P703 and P703V of 1989, through the 220 cc 2T and FL2, up to the 703 of 2016 and the diesel LCS 422. Exact years and versions are in the table above, taken from the official Piaggio (B2B) spare parts catalog.

Are the starter and heater levers also included?
Yes, and that's why it's called a "lever assembly": the same unit contains the handbrake lever, the starter lever, and the heater control lever.

Are the cables also included?
No. The handbrake cable is a separate code (567857), as are the starter and heater cables. If they are as old as the assembly you are replacing, it is advisable to order them together.

Is it the same part for petrol and diesel?
Yes. The catalog gives a single code for all engine variants of the Ape TM 703, including petrol 220 cc 2T and diesel 422 cc.

The handbrake doesn't hold: is changing the assembly enough?
Often yes, when the problem is the pawl skipping or the worn toothed sector. But if the lever reaches its end-of-travel without resistance, first check the cable and the shoe adjustment: the new assembly won't compensate for a stretched cable.

Is a workshop needed to install it?
It's a job within the capabilities of someone who works on vehicles: the old assembly is removed from the floor, the three cables are disconnected, and the new one is reassembled. The part that requires careful attention is the brake cable adjustment after assembly.