Safety Driving Rules ....................................Protection Clothes ..................................... Serial Number ........................................Location of Parts ....................................... Meter & Indicator ......................................Primary Parts ........................................Key switch ........................................Left Handle ........................................Right Handle ......................................... Fuel Tank ........................................Rear Shock Absorber ....................................Rear Brake Pedal ......................................LEONCINO 800...
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And all the quality problems and consequences resulted by the user's recon guration or changing of the parts without authorizations would be taken by the user himself. The user shall obey the speci c regulations and rules of the tra c administrative department. LEONCINO 800...
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If the running in is carried normally, a longest service life can be assured and the performances of the new motorcycle can be fully ful lled. PREFACE Thanks for choosing Benelli motorcycle, 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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3. Most of the crashes between cars and motorcycles are caused by the car drivers' "not seeing" the motorcycle drivers. In order to avoid accidents, the driver shall expose himself/herself by: Wearing bright colored and re ective clothes; Don't drive into the invisible corner of rear-view mirror of the other car drivers. LEONCINO 800...
2. The exhaust pipe will be very hot during driving and the heat will last after turning o the engine. Never touch the mu er and wear those clothes that can totally cover the legs. 3. Don't wear those loose clothes that may interfere with the control levers, pedals or wheels. LEONCINO 800...
Vehicle identi cation number (VIN) is printed on the right side of the head tube. The engine number is printed on lower part of the right case of engine crank case Please write down the numbers for your reference. VIN: Engine Number: LEONCINO 800...
Left view Right view 11 12 Clutch lever Meter function switch Left handle switch Rear shock absorber Meter Rear brake pedal Right handle switch Shift pedal Side stand Front brake lever Fuel tank Throttle grip Meter function switch LEONCINO 800...
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Left view 11 12 Right view Clutch lever Meter function switch Left handle switch Rear shock absorber Meter Rear brake pedal Right handle switch Shift pedal Side stand Front brake lever Fuel tank Throttle grip Meter function switch LEONCINO 800...
LOCATION OF PARTS Meter & Indicator LEONCINO 800...
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It indicates the fuel is less than 15% of total capacity in the normal. It should stop to check the water tank if the pointer is fuel tank. higher than H level. 14. CLOCK It shows the time. LEONCINO 800...
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16. FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR You should have the vehicle checked by an au- It indicates the fuel level in the fuel tank. thorized Benelli dealer. 17. ABS INDICATOR LIGHT 1. ABS failure -- If any type of ABS failure is detected and a.The light does not come on when the ignition switch...
”(O ) position: All the circuits are o . Note: Do not turn your key to lock the vehicle while driving which is not necessary and is also apt to cause accident. Press the key in a proper force. LEONCINO 800...
6. DIRECTION INDICATOR LAMP SWITCH Turn the switch to " " position, the left direction signal lamp ashes; turn the switch to " " position, the right direction signal lamp ashes. And the indicator lamps would turn on accordingly. LEONCINO 800...
Pull the clutch lever or put in Neutral gear and press the button to run the electric motor and start the engine. 5. DOWN KEY When adjust the functions on the meter, you can use this key to select down. LEONCINO 800...
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Press the “UP” and “DOWN” key to select, press the button Choose the language as you want. “ENTER” to con rm. When you want to resect the trip meter, press the button “ENTER” . Press the button“ ”to VERSION INFORMATION exit. You can see the version information here. LEONCINO 800...
If the tank is lled completely to the top, heat may cause the fuel to expand and over ow through the vents in the tank cap. After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed securely. If gasoline is spilled on the fuel tank, wipe it o immediately. LEONCINO 800...
3. Top level REAR SHOCK ABSORBER The motorcycle is equipped with one rear shock absorber. Spring pre-load adjustment. The rear shock absorber is equipped with adjustment ring nuts for preload adjustment. Adjust the spring preload as the picture LEONCINO 800...
This motorcycle is equipped with six-speed SHIFT PEDAL 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. LEONCINO 800...
Notice: Use lead free gasoline can extend the working life of spark plug. Engine Oil Please use four-stroke engine oil. The speci cation is as below. Type Full synthetic oil SJ10W-50 or SN 15W-50 Capacity Total amount: 2.7L±0.1L Periodic oil change: 2.5L±0.1L With oil lter replacement: 2.6L±0.1L LEONCINO 800...
INSPECTION BEFORE DRIVING Please check on the following contents which are very important before driving, Content Comments 1) Stable 2) Turn smoothly Handlebar 3) No sliding or loose 1)Right clearance of the lever and brake pedal Braking 2)No sponge feeling LEONCINO 800...
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Correct oil level Correct oil level 1)Appropriate free play in clutch lever Throttle 2)Smooth operation 1)Appropriate free play in throttle cable Clutch 2)Smooth operation, no stuck when returning to full close position 1)Appropriate tightness Driving Chain 2)Appropriate lubrication LEONCINO 800...
When using water instead of coolant, replace it with the latter at soonest to ensure the protection of the cooling system against frost and corrosion. When adding water to the coolant, have dealer check the coolant content as soon as possible to ensure its e ciency. LEONCINO 800...
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50% distilled water and 50% ethylene glycol coolant agent Capacity Radiator (including the whole circuit): 2.1± 0.1L Coolant reservoir tank (up to the correct level): 0.21L± 0.05L 8. Install the coolant tank cap. 9. Install the radiator cap. LEONCINO 800...
Do not run the engine in high speed when you do not drive the motorcycle, or it will become overheating and damage its inner parts. Warning: Do not start the engine indoor with bad ventilation or without ventilation. Do not leave a starting motorcycle when no one else is around. LEONCINO 800...
Shift the gear swiftly to prevent motorcycle from losing speed. Turn to low speed gears in order to brake when driving on downhill slope. Don't over rev the engine. Brake usage and stopping LEONCINO 800...
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Shift to neutral position before starting the engine. Turn the power key to the position " " to stop the engine. Remove ignition key from the switch after locking for security reason. LEONCINO 800...
Better to consult authorized dealers to do inspection and maintenance for safety's sake. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE: I: Inspection, cleaning, adjustment, replacement C: Cleaning R: Replacement A: Adjustment L: Lubrication LEONCINO 800...
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Operation Air Filter Per 6000km: I or R Spark Plug Every 12000km Valve Per 24000km: I Clearance Engine Oil Per 6000km: R Oil Filter Per 6000km: R Fuel Injection Drive Chain Per 1000km: I / L /A Battery LEONCINO 800...
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1 year 15 months 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/Spoke Steering Bearing Cooling System Replace every three years LEONCINO 800...
Oil Change & Oil Filter Replacing 1. Take down the oil lter with the special tool and oil drain bolt before oil draining. 2. Replace the oil lter with a new one if needed. LEONCINO 800...
Do not Screw the spark plug too tight to avoid damaging the threads of cylinder cover. Don't let the foreign objects fall into the engine through spark plug hole during dismounting. CATALYTIC CONVERTER In order to meet the requirements of environmental emission, the mu er of the motorcycle is equipped with catalytic converter. LEONCINO 800...
It is not necessary to re ll electrolyte in the future. If you have to take out the battery for inspection, please follow these steps: a. Shut o power switch of the motorcycle; 12V11Ah(YTX12-BS) b. Remove the seat cushion; MF (Maintenance Free) Battery LEONCINO 800...
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Connect the wire polarities correctly. Positive wire (red) shall be connected with the positive terminal(+); and negative wire(black)to the negative terminal(-). Tighten terminal bolts. Clean frequently the erosive substances on the terminals with a wire brush while in use. Please operate according to the following requirements while lling electrolyte into the maintenance-free battery: LEONCINO 800...
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(The electrolyte cannot be taken down now). e. When the electrolyte has completely owed through, tap the container bottom several times to drain residual electrolyte; and then slowly pull out the electrolyte container. LEONCINO 800...
The battery is lled with sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Electrolyte is poisonous substance. Please keep it out of reach of children. THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT 1. Screw o the lock nut. 2. Turn the adjustor to make the cable clearance within10-20mm. 3. Retighten the lock nut after adjustment of cable clearance. LEONCINO 800...
28~35mm. Make regular adjustment of the chain according to your driving condition. Warning: Suggestions here are for regular maintenance schedule it's recommended for inspection and adjustment of the chain before each driving. Accident as chain detaching or serious damage on engine can be caused by excessively slack chain. LEONCINO 800...
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(2) Damaged roller (3) Rusty chain link (4) Twisted or snarled link (5) Excessive free play (6) Loose chain The sprocket is probably damaged, if any above-mentioned problems on the chain are found. Check the following items for sprocket: LEONCINO 800...
Don't forget to check the amount level in the front brake uid reservoir. Add appropriate brake uid if necessary. Brake pads Check the front and rear wheel brake pads whether have been worn to limits. Change the pads if over the limit. LEONCINO 800...
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4. Check abrasion condition of the front and rear wheel brake pads Rear Brake To adjust the stroke of rear brake pedal, screw or turn the adjusting bolt of rear brake, the free play be adjusted to 5~20mm. LEONCINO 800...
Those highly ammable liquid like gasoline and organic solvent cannot be used for cleaning the lter element. BULB REPLACEMENT Replacing of Head Lamp Bulb Take o the cover, replace the old bulb with the same speci cation one, and nally set up in the reversed orders. LEONCINO 800...
Contact with the authorized dealer for proper repairing. Use the fuses for the same speci cation as indicated. FUEL PUMP Warning: It's dangerous to use other speci cations of fuse, which would result severe failures like burning, ring. ABS fuse LEONCINO 800...
Side stand and its spring Throttle cable Pivot of front brake lever Pivot of clutch lever ADJUSTMENT OF VALVE CLEARANCE Check and adjust the valve clearance when the engine is cold. The Standard Valve Clearance: Intake Valve: 0.25-0.3mm, Exhaust Valve: 0.3-0.35mm LEONCINO 800...
However, too high pressure will reduce the contact area between tire and ground, thus causing slipping or even getting out of control. Tire pressure should be kept in the standard range. Adjust the tire pressure under a "cold" condition. Front Wheel 220kpa Rear Wheel 250kpa LEONCINO 800...
6. In ate tire to the required pressure. Put the motorcycle on a block to make two tires o the ground. 7. Cover the motorcycle (no plastic or coating material) and keep it in the place with consistent temperature and low humidity. Do not keep your motorcycle under direct sunlight. LEONCINO 800...
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1. Take o the cover and clean the motorcycle. Change engine oil if you keep your motorcycle 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. LEONCINO 800...
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