Checking Of The Rims And The Wheel Rims; Cleaning Checking And Lubricating The Drive Chain - Benelli TORNADO Tre Novecento 900 Owner's Manual

When it is necessary to replace the tyres, use only the type specified in the technical
data table. Moreover, avoid using tyres of a different brand or type on the front and on
the rear wheel at the same time. Using tyres different from those specified can adver-
sely affect the handling and stability of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of accidents.
• The wheel rims of your motorcycle have been designed for use with tubeless tyres
only. Do not assemble an air tube tyre on rims designed for tubeless tyres. Otherwise,
the tyre bead could not properly settle down on the wheel rim, leading to the deflation of
the tyre and the loss of control of the vehicle.
• Have the tyres replaced according to their direction of spin, which is highlighted by a
small arrow on the tyre sidewall.
• New tyres should be run in for a short period before demanding their full perfor-
mance. In fact, during this period the tyres could have a reduced grip on some kind of
roads. We suggest to ride at reduced speed and exercise extreme caution during the
first 100 km (62.5 mi) after the replacement of a tyre.
6.8.1

Checking of the rims and the wheel rims

Before riding, always verify the absence of cracks, bending or buckling on the wheel rims.
WARNING
If you find that the wheel rim is damaged, have it replaced by a Benelli authorized ser-
vice center. Never attempt to repair the wheel rim, even in case of slight damage.
Every time you replace a tyre or a rim, you must have a wheel balancing performed.
Wheel unbalance can adversely affect performance and handling of the motorcycle, as
well as shorten the life of the tyres.
6.9

Cleaning checking and lubricating the drive chain

To perform this operation, you must put the motorcycle on the rear stand, upright on a horizontal surface
and with the gear in neutral.
WARNING
Riding your motorcycle when the drive chain is in poor condition or improperly
adjusted can lead to accidents. If you notice any anomaly in the working of the drive
chain, like suspected noises or excessive loose of the chain, go immediately a Benelli
authorized service center. Wherever you suspect that can exist a serious failure of the
drive chai, stop immediately the motorcycle and call the nearest Benelli authorized ser-
vice center.
Every time the chain is replaced, you must always replace the front and rear sprockets
too.
Never try to repair or replace a drive chain. It is a complex and particularly dangerous operation and,
therefore, it has to be performed by the Benelli authorized service centers.
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