Benelli BN251, Owner'S Manual

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Acceleration
Rotation: Speed increases.
When setting out or close to an uphill
route, turn the dial gradually to increase
the engine power "A".
Return: Speed is reduced “B”.
In case of emergency, make your return
as quickly as possible.
Gear change: The vehicle has 6 gears,
set out as shown. Use the correct gear
according to driving conditions.
Changing up a gear:
Release the
accelerator dial, pull the clutch, lift the
gear lever, release the clutch and
accelerate.
Changing down a gear: Release the
accelerator dial, if necessary, use the
brake levers to slow down.
Pull the clutch, lower the gear lever in
the direction of irst gear and release the
clutch gently.
Always change down one gear at a time
and at the correct speed to avoid engine
overspeed and jamming of the rear
wheel.
Tips for reducing fuel consumption
Fuel consumption mainly depends on
driving style The following advice can
serve to reduce fuel consumption:
• Change gears rapidly and avoid
revving the engine too much when
accelerating.
• Do not accelerate the engine while
changing up a gear ad avoid high revs
when there is no charge on the engine.
• Switch off the engine instead of leaving
it to idle over for long periods of time,
(e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic lights or at
level crossings).