Benelli TORNADO NAKED TRE R160, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
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6 • MAINTENANCE
When it is necessary to replace the tyres, use only the type specified in the technical data table.Moreover,
avoid using tyres of a different brand or type on the front and on the rear wheel at the same time. Using
tyres different from those specified can adversely affect the handling andstability of the motorcycle,
increasing the risk of accidents.
• The wheel rims of your motorcycle have been designed for use with tubeless tyres only. Do not assemble an
air tube tyre on rims designed for tubeless tyres. Otherwise, the tyre bead could not properly settle down
on the wheel rim, leading to the deflation of the tyre and the loss of control of the vehicle.
• Have the tyres replaced according to their direction of spin, which is high lighted by a small arrow on the
tyre sidewall.
• New tyres should be run in for a short period before demanding their full performance.In fact, during this
period the tyres could have a reduced grip on some kind of roads. We suggest to ride at reduced speed and
exercise extreme caution during the first 100 km (62.5 mi) after there placement of a
tyre.
6.8.1 Checking of the rims and the wheel rims
Before riding, always verify the absence of cracks, bending or buckling on the wheel rims.
WARNING
If you find that the wheel rim is damaged, have it replaced by a Benelli Q.J. authorized service center. Never
attempt to repair the wheel rim, even in case of slight damage.Every time you replace a tyre or a rim, you
must have a wheel balancing performed. Wheel unbalance can adversely affect performance and handling
of the motorcycle, as well asshorten the life of the tyres.
When it is necessary to replace the tyres, use only the type specified in the technical data table.
Moreover, avoid using tyres of a different brand or type on the front and on the rear wheel at the
same time. Using tyres different from those specified can adversely affect the handling and
stability of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of accidents.
• The wheel rims of your motorcycle have been designed for use with tubeless tyres only. Do not
assemble an air tube tyre on rims designed for tubeless tyres. Otherwise, the tyre bead could
not properly settle down on the wheel rim, leading to the deflation of the tyre and the loss of
control of the vehicle.
• Have the tyres replaced according to their direction of spin, which is highlighted by a small
arrow on the tyre sidewall.
• New tyres should be run in for a short period before demanding their full performance.
In fact, during this period the tyres could have a reduced grip on some kind of roads. We suggest
to ride at reduced speed and exercise extreme caution during the first 100 km (62.5 mi) after the
replacement of a tyre.
6.8.1 Checking of the rims and the wheel rims
Before riding, always verify the absence of cracks, bending or buckling on the wheel rims.
WARNING
If you find that the wheel rim is damaged, have it replaced by a Benelli Q.J. authorized service
center. Never attempt to repair the wheel rim, even in case of slight damage.
Every time you replace a tyre or a rim, you must have a wheel balancing performed.
Wheel unbalance can adversely affect performance and handling of the motorcycle, as well as
shorten the life of the tyres.