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The level of the brake fluid decreases as the brake pads wear down. Ensure that the fluid level is always
between the MAX and MIN marks. If the level falls below the MIN mark, contact a Benelli authorized ser-
vice center and have the brake system overhauled.
Have the topping up of the brake fluid performed only by

 

Benelli authorized service center.

Brake fluid is highly toxic. Avoid contact and ingestion. Keep brake fluid out of reach of children and
domestic animals. In the event of a brake fluid ingestion, immediately call a doctor and do not cause
vomiting, in order to avoid inhalation of brake fluid in lungs. If the brake fluid comes in touch with your
skin or eyes, immediately wash with water.
Use only the brake fluid specified in the table lubricants and fluids of this manual. 
Mixing different brake fluids can cause a dangerous chemical reaction, as well as the decrease of the
braking efficiency, with subsequent increase of the risk of accidents.
An insufficient amount of brake fluid may allow the introduction of air in the braking system. This could
compromise the effectiveness of the braking system, with subsequent increase of the risk of accidents.
Presence of air in the braking system can be identified in the moment you feel a characteristic “spongy
effect” while pushing the brake pedal. In this case, have a braking system bleeding performed by an
authorized Benelli dealer before riding your motorcycle again.

6.7

Checking the brake fluid level

WARNING
Lack of maintenance of the braking system can increase the risk of accidents. If you
notice any anomaly in the working of the braking system, go immediately to a Benelli
Authorized Workshop. Wherever you suspect that can exsist a serious failure of the
braking system, stop immediately the motorcycle and call the nearest Benelli Authorized
Workshop.
Never use your motorcycle if the fluid level is below the MIN mark. The brakes may fail to
properly operate, which could lead to an accident. If the brake fluid level is below the
MIN mark, you must have it topped up by an authorized Benelli dealer.

Front brake fluid reservoir

Rear brake fluid reservoir

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Summary of Contents for TORNADO Tre Novecento 900

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Page 2: ...rmation 85 7 1 Specifications 85 1 General information 1 1 1 Symbols 2 1 2 Identification data 3 2 Safety information 5 2 1 Safety 5 2 1 1 Motorcycle modification and trim personalization 5 2 1 2 General safety regulations 6 2 1 3 Vehicle load 8 2 1 4 Use of the vehicle in competitions 9 2 1 5 Advices for safe riding 9 2 1 6 Protective clothing 12 2 1 7 Suggestions against theft 13 2 2 Safety Visu...

Page 3: ...appropriate protective wear 1 1 Symbols In order to make more simple and readibly the most important information we have used the following symbols Benelli SpA reserves the right to make any changes whenever deemed to its products and to this manual Wherever you will find any dissimilarity between what is written on tihs Owner s Manual and the specific fitting out of your vehicle don t hesitate to...

Page 4: ...cle is identified by the matriculation frame number Motorcycle key identification The key supplied in four copies can be used both for starting the motorcycle and for operating all the locks Keep the key copies in a safe place Knowing the key identification number is essential in case you need to ask for a duplicate of the key Identification of motorcycle colour combination The colour code must be...

Page 5: ... make sure you keep in mind the controls characteristics working and limits of the motorcycle In order to guarantee the vehicul maximum efficiency and reliability it is essential that your Benelli Autho rized workshop does all the maintenance operations written on the Maintenaqnce section of this Owner s Manual following carefully all the directions and suggestions We advise you against having the...

Page 6: ...t safety As soon as possible and kowever before using your motorcycle after an accident even if there are not any visible damages it is necessary to have it inspected by a Benelli Authorized Workshop in order to verify the absence of defects and or damages that the owner could not be able to detect 2 1 3 Vehicle load The vehicle is designed for use by the rider with a passenger To drive safely and...

Page 7: ...torcycle which was to be made only by perticularly prepared persons However the nature itself of the vehicle involves a certain amount of risk To ensure maximum safety in addition to scrupulously observing the warnings and instructions provided in the previous paragraphs it is essential to take a few additional precautions In particular Before starting off Follow all the directions given in the se...

Page 8: ... front of you and adjust your speed to the weather and traffic conditions Remember that as your bike picks up speed stopping distances increase and the motor cycle becomes more difficult to control In any case never exceed the speed limits imposed by the Highway Code It is strictly forbidden to drink alcoholic beverages or take drugs before riding Even very small amounts of these substances advers...

Page 9: ...tection against the risk of personal injury in the event of an accident It is therefore essential not be deceived by the false sense of security that you might perceive by wearing protective clothing When riding always adopt a cautious attitude and follow the recommendations given in the previous para graphs 2 2 Safety Visual and acoustic signals Before each ride it is essential to verify the oper...

Page 10: ...s equipped with a safety switch that prevents the motorcycle from moving off while the stand is down In case of working engine with gear engaged and clutch lever pulled the switch automatically turns off the engine by cutting the current supply If the motorcycle is parked sidestand down and the gears are engaged the switch prevents the engine from being started thereby avoiding the risk of acciden...

Page 11: ...the parking lights and the low high beams When control is in the low high beam position it is possible to toggle between the two modes pressing the proper button Low high beam button When the light switch is in the position the low beam is on The high beam can be switched on by pressing the button when allowed by the traffic and road conditions Control Turn indicator It is used to show the rider s...

Page 12: ...g restarted To be able to restart the engine return the switch to the ON position Front brake lever It controls a hydraulic circuit that operates the front wheel braking system Throttle twist grip It controls the fuel air mixture supplied to the engine which regulates engine speed To increase engine speed rotate the hand grip from its idle position counterclockwise Engine start button It is used t...

Page 13: ...ng action Never attempt to change the switch functions while rid ing as you may lose control of the vehicle Always check the absence of any restriction in the steering action befero you ride LOCK position Turn the handlebar to the left Press the key in gen tly while rotating it to the LOCK position All electrical circuits are deactivated and the stee ring is locked The key can be removed P positio...

Page 14: ...when the turn indicators are activated green Reserve fuel indicator Comes on when approximately 5 litres of fuel are left in this amber case fill up the tank as soon Neutral indicator green Lights up when the gears are in neutral Injection warning Lights up in case of the injectors failure in this case contact light orange Indicates the cooling water as possible an authorized service center as soo...

Page 15: ... F value greater than 99 F is displayed the hundreds are not indicated although they are understood provided in the maintenance and control tables in this manual When the warning light goes on also the writing Service starts flashing for 10 seconds every time the vehicle is started in place of the trip Displays the distance covered time expressed in minutes seconds and Displays the time 0 12 it di...

Page 16: ...o check brake operation Gear lever Press pedal to check gear operation Clutch lever Pull lever and check that it moves smoothly and gradually Engine start button stop switch Check operation Throttle twist grip Check that grip rotates smoothly and returns to closed position when released Steering system Verify that the operation is smooth and uniform Check for play and loosening Steering damper Che...

Page 17: ...raking during the first 100 km 62 5 mi Fai lure to observe these prescriptions can lead to the sliding of the wheels and the loss of control of the vehicle with subsequent risk of accidents 500 to 1000 Km 312 5 to 625 mi 7500 rpm 1000 to 2500 Km 625 to 1562 5 mi 9000 rpm 4 4 Selecting the display functions The display is provided with 3 main functions 1 Total Trip 2 Chrono Lap 3 Clock Trip To swit...

Page 18: ...c the first figure will start flashing Repeatedly press the Mode button until the desired figure has been entered Press the Mode button 2 sec to enter the following figure Repeat the above procedure to enter the second figure of the hours the first and second figure of the minutes Press the Mode button 2 sec to confirm the time adjustment and to stop the selection the flashing 4 6 Parking the moto...

Page 19: ...le and at the same time turn the key counterclockwise Slightly lift the saddle from the rear slide it back wards and remove it Keys supplied Keys supplied 4 9 Removing the passenger saddle tail Remove the complete saddle tail by following the Disassembly saddle passenger instructions Then separate the tail from the saddle by pressing outwards against the tabs releasing the rear sec tion of the sad...

Page 20: ... flames sparks and heat sources Perform refuelling in the open air or in a well ventilated area Overfilling the tank may cause the fuel to overflow as a result of the expansion due to the heat from the engine or to exposure to sunlight Fuel spills can catch fire The level of the fuel in the tank must never be higher than the base of the filler Verify that the tank filler cap is correctly closed be...

Page 21: ...up the engine while the vehicle is stationary It is advisable to bring the engine to the working tem perature by riding at reduced speed To ensure the maximum life of the engine never speed up at full throttle when the engine is cold 4 12 Improve our riding skills Riding a motorcycle requires experience and concentration Inexperienced riders should undergo a period of training and attend an introd...

Page 22: ... the vehicle is stationary and where not otherwise provided in this manual they have to be done only by Benelli Authorized Workshop in fact some of these operations can cause a danger for the user s safety if they are not properly done or if they are unappropriate Rearview mirrors adjustment Clutch lever adjustment Front brake lever Drive chain adjustment Rear brake lever adjustment Front suspensi...

Page 23: ... damper hydraulic device Authorized Dealer Adjusting rear suspension compression damper hydraulic device Authorized Dealer Drive chain adjustment Authorized Dealer Gear lever adjustment Authorized Dealer Headlight adjustment Authorized Dealer 5 3 Adjustments that can be done by user 5 3 1 Front brake lever adjustment Push the lever forward to neutralize the spring thrust and at the same time adjus...

Page 24: ...d Workshop 5 4 1 Clutch lever play Remove the adjustment cover cap Unloose the ring nut A and reset the clutch lever play by turning the adjustment B clockwise or anti clockwise Turn clockwise to decrease the play Turn anticlockwise to increase the play WARNING The following adjustments are reserved to the Benelli Authorized Workshops Never perform the adjust ment while riding A A B B 43 44 ...

Page 25: ... turns A either clockwise and anticlockwise Turn clockwise for stiffer preload adjustment Turn anticlockwise for softer preload adjustment 5 5 2 Adjusting front suspension rebound damper hydraulic device Adjusting of the rebound damper hydraulic device is made in jerks Turn the rule B clockwise to increase the braking action or turn anticlockwise to decrease it WARNING It is essential that the adj...

Page 26: ...it FRONT SUSPENSION NOTE Start adjusting the preload from the all open position direction The compression and rebound adjusting starts from the all close position direction Standard configuration Spring preload 7 5 turns range max 15 turns Rebound damper 2 5 turns Compression damper 1 5 turns Scatti Scatti C 5 6 Adjusting the rear suspension Rebound damper hydraulic device hydraulic device Compres...

Page 27: ...n any way When you estimate the rear suspen sion settings never push or pull in any way on the exhaust muffler and on the tail They would be certainly damaged OK NO 5 6 1 Adjusting rear suspension spring preload Adjust the spring preload by means of the two ring nuts A and B shown in the figure Unloose the ring nut A and adjust the preload using the ring nut B Turn clockwise for a stiffer preload ...

Page 28: ...ons are necessary to keep the motorcycle safe and in perfect running order WARNING Impropriety or lack of recommended maintenance operations can lead to an increase of the risk of accidents and damage to the motorcycle Always use genuine Benelli spare parts Using non genuine spare parts can accele rate the wear of your motorcycle and shorten its life Failure to perform the recommended operations a...

Page 29: ...the operations described Legend i inspection and adjustment cleaning lubrication or replacement according to requirements R replacement T tighten O authorized dealer or personnel U user As a rule maintenance operations must be performed while the motorcycle is on the rear stand after switching off the engine and setting the start switch to OFF On the contrary while checking the fluid levels it is ...

Page 30: ...eck Replace i i i Front sprocket Tab washer O Check i i i Replace i i i Every time drive chain is replaced COMPONENTS C OPERATION COVERED 0 km 0 mi predeli very After 1000 km 600 mi running in Every 5000 km 3000 mi Every 10000km 6000 mi Drive chain U Lubricate Every 1000 km 600 mi and after riding under the rain O Check Adjust i i i i Lubricate i Replace R Rear sprocket O Check i i i Replace R Eve...

Page 31: ...U Check operation Every time vehicle is used O Check operation i i i i Check Adjust play i i i i Flexible controls and transmissions O Check Adjust i i i i COMPONENTS C OPERATION COVERED 0 km 0 mi predeli very After 1000 km 600 mi running in Every 5000 km 3000 mi Every 10000km 6000 mi Steering head tube ring O Check Adjust i i i Steering bearings O Check Adjust i i i Lubrificazione Every 20000 km ...

Page 32: ...s O Check Clean i i i Electrical equipment O Check operation i i i i COMPONENTS C OPERATION COVERED 0 km 0 mi predeli very After 1000 km 600 mi running in Every 5000 km 3000 mi Every 10000km 6000 mi Instrument panel U Check operation Every time vehicle is used O Check operation i i i i Lights Visual signals U Check operation Every time vehicle is used O Check operation i i i i Horn U Check operati...

Page 33: ...cessories supplied The motorcycle comes supplied with a kit containing the following tools Spark plug wrench Allen wrench size 3 Allen wrench size 4 Allen wrench size 5 Allen wrench size 8 Open wrench size 10 13 Cross screwdriver Philips 2 with handgrip Handle for screwdriver Case It is recommended to use the supplied tools only if you are able to properly handle them and however only if you are s...

Page 34: ...the MIN mark 6 3 Table of lubricants and fluids For the availability of the suggested product Benelli suggests to directly apply to the Authorized Dea lers or Workshops If the above described lubricant is not available Benelli suggests to use a fully syn thetic engine oil having characteristics equal or better than the ones prescribed in the following standards API SJ ACEA A3 JASO MA CC MC G4 Desc...

Page 35: ...nd a pair of water proof gloves to protect your skin If the engine oil comes in touch with your skin wash it away with soap and water Correctly recycle or dispose of the exhaust engine oil in order to avoid environmen tal pollution 6 4 1 Topping up the engine oil level To top up the engine oil level remove the oil filler plug and pour an appropriate amount of engine oil of the recommended type Nev...

Page 36: ... cause serious burns Coolant is a highly toxic fluid Avoid contact and ingestion Keep coolant out of reach of children and domestic animals In the event of a coolant ingestion immediately call a doctor and do not cause vomiting in order to avoid inhalation of coolant in lungs If the coolant comes in touch with your skin or eyes immediately wash it away with water 6 5 Checking the coolant level Che...

Page 37: ...n any part of the motorcycle If you do spill coo lant on your motorcycle immediately wipe it away using a clean cloth Coolant filler cap 6 6 Checking the wear of the brake pads Limit of the wear and tear of the linings A 3 5 mm 0 14 in WARNING If the brake pads are excessively worn out the effectiveness of the braking system decreases increasing the risk of accidents Check frequently from a Benell...

Page 38: ...sufficient amount of brake fluid may allow the introduction of air in the braking system This could compromise the effectiveness of the braking system with subsequent increase of the risk of accidents Presence of air in the braking system can be identified in the moment you feel a characteristic spongy effect while pushing the brake pedal In this case have a braking system bleeding performed by an...

Page 39: ...e face value of the tyre pressure of 0 2 bar It is extremely important to check the wear of the tyres before riding In fact a worn out tyre can be pun ctured more easily than a new one and it can adversely affect handling and stability of the motorcycle Check that the depth of the tyre tread is not below the values prescribed by the Highway Code Verify the absence of crevices at the bottom of the ...

Page 40: ... during the first 100 km 62 5 mi after the replacement of a tyre WARNING If you find that the wheel rim is damaged have it replaced by a Benelli authorized ser vice 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...

Page 41: ...animals Correctly dispose of exhaust kerosene in order to avoid environmental pollution If you are not sure that you can use kerosene in complete safety don t use it and when you can go to a Benelli authorized service center ask for the drive chain cleaning 6 9 2 Lubrification Chain lubrication has to be performed only by a Benelli authorized service center according to the inter vals specified in...

Page 42: ...e saddle to gain access to the fuses Remove the fuse box cover Replace the blown fuse and refit the cover To iden tify the function of the fuses refer to the information shown on the adhesive label Turn the ignition key on the OFF posi tion before checking or replacing the fuses in order to avoid a short circuit with subsequent damage to other electric parts of the motorcycle Recharge fuse Spare f...

Page 43: ...a doctor Furthermore leakage of sulphuric acid can result in the formation of hydrogen gas which if ignited by a spark or a flame would cause an explosion If the motorcycle is to remain unused for a long time a month or longer it is advisable to disconnect the battery cables or have the battery removed by skilled personnel In case of prolonged inactivity to avoid shortening the life of the battery...

Page 44: ... few times so as to dry the brake pads and discs 6 14 Prolonged inactivity If the motorcycle is not to be used for a long period contact a Benelli authorized service center to have the following operations carried out Empty the fuel tank Remove the battery and store it in a suitable place Remove the spark plug caps and the spark plugs Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil in every spark plug hole then ...

Page 45: ...sions in mm in 1160 45 7 33 1 DIMENSIONS Overall length 2040 mm 80 3 in Max width 780 mm 30 7 in Max height 1160 mm 45 7 in Seat height 840 mm 33 1 in Min ground clearance 100 mm 3 9 in Wheelbase 1419 mm 55 9 in Trail 94 5 mm 3 7 in WEIGHT Empty weight without oil and fuel 198 kg 436 5 Lbs Net weight with oil and full fuel tank 220 kg 485 Lbs Maximum mass technically allowed with driver and load 4...

Page 46: ... G59C NGK CR9E Spark gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 032 in TRASMISSION Primary Number of teeth on crankshaft gear Z 44 Number of teeth on clutch gear Z 79 Transmission ratio 1 795 Secondary Number of teeth on front sprocket Z 16 Number of teeth on rear sprocket Z 41 Transmission ratio 2 563 GEAR SPEED Type Removable six speed gearbox with constant mesh gears Gear ratio in first overall ratio 2 786 Gear ra...

Page 47: ... Calipers piston diameters 32 mm 1 3 in RIMS Front Type Five spokes Material Striked Alluminium Dimensions 3 50 x 17 Rear Type Five spokes Material Striked Alluminium Dimensions 6 00 x 17 TYRES Front Type Tubeless Dimensions 120 70 ZR 17 58 W Inflating pressure 250 kPa 2 5 bar 36 25 psi Rear Type Tubeless Dimensions 190 55 ZR 17 73 W Inflating pressure 220 kPa 2 2 bar 31 9 psi ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT...

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