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WARNING

!

Failure to properly maintain the vehicle or 

performing maintenance activities incorrectly 

may increase your risk of injury or death during 

service or while using the vehicle. If you are not 

familiar with vehicle service, have a dealer 

perform service.

● The annual checks must be performed every

year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance,

is performed instead.

● The vehicle may have different accessory for

different market and some parts may not exist

for common chart.

NOTICE

17  -  18   

1. The vehicle should be parked on firm and flat

road.

2. Turn the power key to the position "      " to stop

the engine.

3. Remove ignition key from the switch after locking

for security reason.

PARKING

Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrication  will  

keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient 

condition possible. Safety is an obligation of the 

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND 

ADJUSTMENT

vehicle owner/operator. The most important points of 

vehicle inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are 

explained on the following pages. The intervals given 

in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart 

should be simply considered as a general guide 

under normal riding conditions.  However,  depend

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ing  on the  weather,  terrain,  geographical

location, and individual use, the maintenance inter-

vals may need to be shortened.

range. It is strongly suggested to use the vehicle 

very carefully during its running in period; also the 

rider has to be familiar to the performance.

Summary of Contents for 249R

Page 1: ...Benelti 249R ...

Page 2: ...view Right view 1 Clutch lever 2 Left handle switch 3 Meter 7 Fuel tank 8 Rear brake pedal 9 Shift pedal 10 Side stand 11 Rear shock absorber 4 Right handle switch 6 Front brake lever 5 Throttle grip 9 10 8 7 1 4 5 11 6 2 3 ...

Page 3: ... can be removed The steering lock IF EQUIPPED Turn the steering handle to left press the key to position the steering lock is locked When it needs to open insert the key and turn to position the steering lock is released P 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 NOTICE Vehicle identification num...

Page 4: ... fuel tank 5 TURNING INDICATOR The indication lamps would flash with the turning signals 6 HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LAMP When the high beam lamp of the headlamp turns on the high beam indicator lamp would be on 7 NEUTRAL INDICATOR LAMP When the transmission is in the neutral the indicator lamp would be on 8 ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLE INDI CATOR Return to authorized dealer if this indicator is activa...

Page 5: ... driving method and road con ditions Adjust when vehicle it is stable on the main stand or side stand turn the preload ring to the place required WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions creating the potential for serious burns Turn the ignition switch off Do not smoke Make sure the area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks thi...

Page 6: ...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 necess...

Page 7: ...he vehicle or it will become over heating and damage its inner parts NOTICE 15 16 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 Mainstand If equipped Lubricate pivots if necessary Instruments lights signals and switches Check operation ACCELERA...

Page 8: ...key from the switch after locking for security reason PARKING Periodic inspection adjustment and lubrication will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition possible Safety is an obligation of the PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT vehicle owner operator The most important points of vehicle inspection adjustment and lubrication are explained on the following pages The intervals ...

Page 9: ... not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself Instead have a dealer check the vehicle If the spark plug shows signs of electrode erosion and excessive carbon or other deposits it should be replaced Before installing a spark plug the spark plug gap should be measured with thickness gauge and if necessary adjusted to specification Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface a...

Page 10: ...s until the oil settles 3 Hold the vehicle vertically Inspect the engine oil level through the engine oil level lens on the right side on the engine 4 If the engine oil is below the minimum level mark add sufficient oil of the recommended type to refill it to the correct level Good carburetion is the key of engine performance Only use good quality fuel from gasoline station to prevent stain in the...

Page 11: ...s which allow you to check the brake pad wear without having to disassemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the wear indicator grooves If a brake pad has worn to the point that the CHECKING THE BRAKE PADS Indicator Disk Brake No spongy Drum Brake 10 20mm CHECKING THE DRUM LIMIT IF EQUIPPED Adjustment Nut Wear Of Brake Shoes To decrease free play To decrease free play To increase free p...

Page 12: ...lem Don t forget to check the amount level in the brake fluid reservoir Add appropriate brake fluid if neces sary BRAKE FLUID IF EQUIPPED Recommended brake fluid DOT 4 WARNING In case of drinking the brake fluid by mistake or contacting with eye or skin wash with a large amount of water and seek medical advice immediately if in a serious condition Minimum level mark Ask the dealer to add electroly...

Page 13: ... Lubricate drive chain 3 Drain fuel in fuel tank Install the fuel tank cover again 4 Detach the spark plug and add one teaspoon of 15 20cm3 clean engine oil to cylinder and install the spark plug again 5 Remove the battery Keep the battery in proper place which can avoid freezing and the direct sun light Charge the battery or examine the electrolyte level if equipped with lead acid battery 6 Clean...

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