CONTENTS CONTENTS ........................................... Special Reminding ......................................Preface ..........................................Safety Notes ........................................Safety Driving Rules ....................................Protection Clothes ..................................... Serial Number ........................................Location of Parts ....................................... Meter & Indicator ......................................Primary Parts ........................................Key Switch ........................................Left Handle ........................................Right Handle ......................................... Fuel Tank ........................................
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CONTENTS Shift Pedal ........................................Tool Bag ........................................Notice of Use of Fuel and Engine Oil ..............................Inspection Before Driving ..................................How to start the engine ..................................Smooth launching ....................................Inspection& Maintenance ..................................Maintenance Schedule ..................................Oil Level & Oil Change ................................... Spark Plug ........................................
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CONTENTS Brake ..........................................Maintenance of Air Filter..................................Bulb Replacement ...................................... Fuse Replacement ...................................... Lubrication Points ...................................... Adjustment of Valve Clearance ................................Tire ........................................... Storage Guideline ......................................Speci cation & Technical Parameter .................................
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SPECIAL REMINDING Warning: The vehicle must be equipped with the quali ed fuse for a safe driving, any other unquali ed speci ca- tions of fuses are not allowed to use, especially the electric wires which would result severe damages to other parts, even re accidents.
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If the running in is carried normally, a longest service life can be assured and the performances of the new vehicle can be fully ful lled. PREFACE Thanks for choosing Benelli vehicle, which is combined with international advanced technologies and would bring you happy and safe driving experience. Please fully understand the rules and requirements stated in this manual.
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Please carefully read this manual and stand by the key rules. The words of "Alarm", "Caution" and "Note" are used here to indicate the importance degrees, please make sure that you have fully understand the meanings as following: Alarm ------------ This is for the important procedures that may endanger safety of the driver and would bring injuries if ignored.
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1. Have a complete inspection before starting the engine so as to prevent possible accidents or damages of parts. 2. Many accidents happen due to inexperienced driver. Make sure the driver is quali ed before driving the vehicle. Never give it to any people without a driving license. 3.
PROTECTION CLOTHES 1. Fatal accidents of vehicle drivers are mostly caused by head injuries. For the purpose of personal safety, the driver should wear a safety helmet, and also vehicle boots, gloves and protection clothes. The passenger shall also wear the same. 2.
Vehicle identi cation number (VIN) and the serial number are used for the registration of the vehicle, which can also make sure that the dealer would provide you better services involving accessories purchasing or other services. Record the numbers for the possible use in the future. Vehicle identi cation number (VIN) is printed on the right side of the head tube.
km/h TRIP METER & INDICATOR 1. TURNING INDICATOR The indication lamps would ash with the turning signals. 2. TURNING INDICATOR The indication lamps would ash with the turning signals. 3. HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LAMP When the high beam lamp of the headlamp turns on, the high beam indicator lamp would be on.
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4. ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP When this indicator light up, that means the bike has the risk of insu cient lubrication and should be checked/ repaired immediately. 5. NEUTRAL INDICATOR LAMP When the transmission is in the neutral, the green indicator lamp would be on. 6.
10. SPEEDOMETER Speedometer shows the running speed, hours/kilometers. 11. CLOCK 12. FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR : It shows the time. It indicates the fuel level in the fuel tank. 13. ODOMETER/ TRIP METER Odometer records the total mileage driven, and Trip meter can be reset, which records the mileages driven in a speci c period.
“ ”(On) position: The circuits are on “ ” Position: turn left to the maximum, press the key to the position of “ ”. Take out the key. In this condition, the vehicle has been locked. If you want to unlock the vehicle, insert the key and turn clockwise. LEFT HANDLE 1.
Alarm: Turn on the direction signal lamps in time when changing the driveway or turning a direction and turn o the lamps. 4. HORN BUTTON Press down on the button, to activate the horn. 5. PASSING SWITCH When passing other vehicles, press this button so the high beams of the headlamp would ash to alarm the vehicles in front of you.
7. LIGHT SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED) Turn switch to position of " " to light up the front lamp; Turn to " " to light up meter lamp, city light and tail lamp; turn to "●" for daytime driving. 8. ELECTRIC STARTER BUTTON Pull the clutch lever or put in Neutral gear and press the button to run the electric motor and start the engine.
Alarm: Do not over ll the fuel tank. Do not make fuel splashes on hot engine. Please stop the engine and turn the ignition key to " " (O ) position when you need to refuel. Do not forget to lock the fuel tank cover after adding the fuel in case of evaporation to the air, which is waste of energy and would pollute the environment.
REAR BRAKE PEDAL Step the rear brake pedal to slow down the rear wheel. Brake light will turn on while rear brake is in use. SHIFT PEDAL This vehicle is equipped with five-speed constant mesh gearbox.
Caution: When the transmission is on neutral position, the indicator lamp would turn on. Slowly release the clutch lever to make sure the transmission is on the neutral position. Slow down the vehicle when turning to the low gear. Revving up the engine slightly to shift gears in more smooth way to avoid damaging gears.
For driving a new vehicle in its rst 1,000km way, the engine should not be over revved and all the gears shall not be over 80% of red zone engine rpm; don't operate the throttle under a fully open position; change the gears in time to keep the engine rpm in reasonable range.
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1)Appropriate air pressure 2)Appropriate tire treads depth Tire 3)No crack or cut Fuel Level Su cient fuel for the driving Operate all the lamps – headlight, taillight, stoplight, instrument-panel Light light and city light. Indicator Lamp High beams indicator lamp, gear Indicator light, and turning indicator. Horn &...
DRIVING TIPS HOW TO START THE ENGINE Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock and to " ". Step on the shift pedal to the neutral. The neutral indicator light lightens up if the gear box is in neutral position. Start the engine by pushing the start switch. Caution: Do not run the engine in high speed when you do not drive the vehicle, or it will become overheating and damage its inner parts.
SMOOTH LAUNCHING Hold the clutch lever, paused for an instant and step on the shift pedal to the rst gear. Twist the throttle grip towards yourself and release the clutch lever slowly and smoothly at the same time. Then the vehicle will begin to move forward smoothly.
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Twist the throttle grip in the direction away from yourself to close the throttle. Use front and rear brake evenly. Shift to low speed gear to slow down. Before stopping the vehicle, hold the clutch and shift to neutral position. Check the neutral position indicator light to check whether it is in neutral position.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Listed below is the scheduled maintenance time table. Inspection, examination, lubrication and speci ed maintenance should be taken according to the following chart the inspection and maintenance of the key components, are required to be made by professionals. Better to consult authorized dealers to do inspection and maintenance for safety's sake.
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ODOMETER READING 3 Months 6 Months 12 Months 15 Months 18 Months ITEM 1000km 4000km 7000km 10000km 13000km 16000km Fuel system Throttle Operation Air Filter Per 6000km: I or R Spark Plug Valve Per 24000km: I or A Clearance Engine Oil Per 6000km: R Per 6000km: R Oil Filter...
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ODOMETER READING 3 Months 6 Months 12 Months 15 Months 18 Months ITEM 1000km 4000km 7000km 10000km 13000km 16000km Wear of Brake pads Brake System Braking Hydraulic Tube Replace every two years Braking Hydraulic Fluid Replace every two years Clutch Hanger Bracket Nut/Bolt/Fastener Wheel/Rim...
Be repaired by authorized dealers: with quali ed tools and inspection materials provided by the owner; by persons with mechanical repair certi cation; required to be followed the maintenance manual for self-inspection. Examination and repair are suggested to be taken by authorized dealers for the sake of safety, in cases of these items Notes: 1.
Type 3. Install the oil lter with the special tool and oil drain bolt. API SH, SAE10W40, JASO MA 4. Fill the engine with quali ed engine oil. Capacity 5. Make the engine runs in idling for several minutes and turn o . 1.25L±0.05L 1.2L ±...
The catalytic converter contains precious metals as the catalyst, which will transform the hazardous substances in the exhaust gas, including carbon monoxide, hydrocarbon and nitrogen oxide into non-toxic carbon dioxide, water and nitrogen through chemical reaction. Since the catalytic converter is very important, the defective catalytic converter will pollute the air and damage the performance of the engine, if the replacement is needed, please use the genuine parts or entrust the dealers to replace.
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d. Take down the negative terminal (-) rst, and then the positive terminal(+); e. Take out the battery gently. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal. Attention: Connect correctly the battery wires when the battery is re-installed. The red wire shall be connected with the positive terminal (+);...
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a. Place vertically the battery on a horizontal plane and remove the sealing tape. b. Take out the electrolyte from the plastic bag. Open its cover strip and use it as lling plug for the battery. Attention: Please do not tear or puncture the sealing tape on the lling port. The cover strip can be kept as lling plug for the battery.
f. The six sealing plugs on the cover strip align respectively to the six lling ports on the battery. Make sure the ends of the six sealing plug has inserted into the lling ports on the battery; press them hard into the ports till the cover strip is at to the top surface of the upper part of the battery.
CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT The free play of clutch is measured from the free status of the lever, to the engagement point of the clutch. the standard should be 10-20mm. Adjust in following methods, if anything abnormal. 10 – 20 mm (1) Loose the locknut. (2) Screw in or out adjusting bolt and adjusting screw to make required free play.
Adjust the chain in following methods: Type 1. Support the vehicle with side stand. 19mm head 2. Loosen rear axle nut. 14mm thread 3. Loosen locknut. Torque 4. Turn adjusting nut to adjust the tightness of the chain. Reference marks are 90~100Nm adopted on left and right swing arm and should reach the same grid after adjustment.
CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE LEVER AND REAR BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY For the brake lever and brake pedal free play, please refer to the following parameters as shown. Periodically check the brake lever free play and, if necessary, have a dealer check the brake system. CHECKING THE BRAKE PADS Drum Brake: 10-20mm The front and rear brake pads(if equipped) must be checked for...
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BRAKE FLUID The vehicle uses the disc brake . Adjustment is finished before delivery. Contact dealer if any problem. ! WARNING Recommended brake fluid In case of drinking the brake fluid by mistake or contacting with eye or skin, wash with a large amount of water, and seek medi- DOT 4 cal advice immediately if in a serious condition.
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Warning: Maintenance of braking system or brake pads should be taken by the authorized dealer which is equipped with necessary tools and can assure the quality of the service. Caution: The disk braking system has high pressure in the pipe require periodical maintenance in the manual. Check the braking system everyday as follows: 1.
MAINTENANCE OF AIR FILTER Air lter should be regularly maintained, especially when driving in areas full of dust and sand. 1. Dismount the seat, fuel tank and the side cover. 2. Remove the screw, open the cover of air lter and take out the lter element. 3.
Notice: The new bulb installed must in the same speci cation with the old one. High-power bulb will increase load to circuit system which will cause faults such like battery power shortage. FUSE REPLACEMENT The fuse is beside the battery. Frequent blowing of fuse indicates short circuit or over loading.
LUBRICATION POINTS Appropriate lubrication is important to keep every part of your vehicle in normal running and lengthen its working life and to ensure safe driving. Lubricate your vehicle after you have driven it for a long mileage or the vehicle is wet due to raining or washing.
Notice: Adjustment of valve clearance will have direct in uence on the performance of engine, thus requiring strict accordance with the time interval required in "Maintenance Schedule". Adjustment should be done with professional technicians corresponding tools. In order to keep the valve clearance in good condition, we strongly recommend you to leave it up to consult to authorized dealers about this maintenance.
Tire Tread Driving a vehicle with tires excessively worn will reduce driving stability or even get out of control. When the tire tread of front wheel is less than 1.6mm, and the rear wheel's tread is less than 2mm or even less, replacement is strongly recommended.
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USE THE VEHICLE AFTER STORAGE 1. Take o the cover and clean the vehicle. Change engine oil if you keep your vehicle for more than four months. 2. Install the battery and do charging as needed. 3. Wash away the anti-rust agent in fuel tank, and add new petrol into fuel tank.
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