Pre-Operation Checks; Operation And Important Riding Points; Starting The Engine - Benelli 302R Owner's Manual

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make
sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance
procedures and schedules described in the Owner's
Manual.
!
WARNING
Fa ilu r e t o in sp e c t o r m a in t a in t h e ve hi c l e
properly increases the possibility of an accident
o r equip m ent d a mag e. Do not op er at e t h e
vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem
cannot be corrected by the procedures provided
in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage
Engine oil • Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil
to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
ITEM CHECKS
Disc brake • Check operation.
( If equipped ) • If soft or spongy, have dealer bleed
hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear. Replace
if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir. If
necessary, add recommended brake
fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
Drum brake • Check operation.
( If equipped ) • Check brake shoes for wear. Replace
if necessary.
Throttle grip • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check cable free play.
• If necessary, have a dealer adjust
cable free play and lubricate cable
and grip housing.
Clutch lever • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check cable free play.
• If necessary, have a dealer adjust
cable free play and lubricate cable.
ITEM CHECKS
Wheels and tires • Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
Brake levers • Make sure that operation is smooth.
Brake pedal • Lubricate pivots if necessary.
Sidestand, • Lubricate pivots if necessary.
Mainstand
( If equipped )
Instruments, • Check operation.
lights, signals
and switches
Read the Owner's Manual carefully to become
familiar with all controls. If there is a control or
function you do not understand, ask your dealer.
! WARNING
Failure to familiarize yourself with the controls
can lead to loss of control, which could cause an
accident or injury.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS

STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Turn the key to "ON".
2. Put in neutral gear, or pull the clutch lever.
3. Start the engine by pushing the start switch.
! WARNING
D o n o t s t a r t t h e e n g i n e i n d o o r w i t h b a d
ventilation or without ventilation. Do not leave a
starting vehicle when no one else is around.
NOTICE
Do not run the engine in high speed when you
do not dr ive t he vehicl e, or i t will b eco m e
overheating and damage its inner parts.
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