Benelli 249R, Manual

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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 pro-
cedures and schedules described in the Owner's
Manual.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
WARNING
!
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle prop-
erly increases the possibility of an accident or
equipment damage. Do not operate the 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 dealer.
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Step the rear brake pedal to brake the rear wheel.
Brake light will turn on while rear brake is in use.
REAR BRAKE PEDAL
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.
SHIFT PEDAL
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
( If equipped ) • Check operation.
• 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
( If equipped ) • Check operation.
• 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.
Rear Brake Pedal
TORQUE VALUE
Upper fixing bolt: 37-44N.m
Lower fixing bolt: 22-29N.m
Adjustable
STIFFER STIFFER
SOFTER SOFTER
Locknut
Adjusting nut Adjusting nut
1
N 6
2
5
3 4