Benelli TORNADO NAKED TRE R160 User manual

Owner’s manual 2010

Owner’s Manual 2010

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GENERAL INFORMATION
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•INDEX
1 General information 7
1.1 Symbols 8
1.2 Identification data 9
2 Safety information 11
2.1 Safety 11
2.1.1 Motorcycle modification and trim
personalization 11
2.1.2 General safety regulations 12
2.1.3 Vehicle load 14
2.1.4 Use of the vehicle in competitions 15
2.1.5 Advices for safe riding 15
2.1.6 Protective clothing 18
2.1.7 Suggestions against theft 19
2.2 Safety- Visual and acoustic signals 20
3 Controls and instruments 21
3.1 Location of controls and instruments 21
3.2 Sidestand 22
3.3 Handlebar controls, left side 23
3.4 Handlebar controls, right side 25
3.5 Ignition switch and steering lock 27
3.6 Gear lever 29
3.7 Instruments and warning lights 30
3.7.1 Multifunction display 31
4 Operation 32
4.1 Using the motorcycle 32
4.2 Preriding checks 33
4.3 Running-in 35
4.4 Selecting the display functions 36
4.5 Adjusting the clock 39
4.6 Parking the motorcycle 40
4.7 Saddle disassembly driver 41
4.8 Saddle disassembly passenger 41
4.9 Refuelling 42
4.10 Starting the engine 44
4.11 Improve our riding skills 45
5 Adjustments 46
5.1 List of adjustment 46
5.2 Recapitulatory table of adjustment 48
5.3 Adjustments that can be done
by user 49
5.3.1 Front brake lever adjustment 49
5.3.2 Adjusting the rearview mirrors 49
5.3.3 Front projector regulation 49
5.3.4 Adjustment of minimum engine 50
5.3.5 Front projector lamps replacement 51

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5.4.1 Adjustment lever play 52
5.5 Adjusting the rear suspension 53
5.5 Adjusting the front suspension 53A
5.5.1 Adjusting rear suspension spring
preload 55
5.5.1.1 Adjusting front suspension spring
preload 55A
5.5.2 Adjusting rear suspension rebound
damper hydraulic device 55
5.5.1.2 Adjusting front suspension rebound
damper hydraulic device 55A
5.5.1.2 Adjusting front susp. compression
damper hydraulic device 55B
5.5.3 Adjusting rear suspension compression
damper hydraulic device 55
6 Maintenance 57
6.1 Tables of scheduled maintenance 57
6.3 Table of lubricants and fluids 67
6.4 Checking the engine oil level 68
6.5 Checking the coolant level 71
6.5.1 Topping up the coolant 72
6.6 Checking the wear of the brake pads 74
6.7 Checking the brake
6.7.1 Checking the clucth fluid level 76A
fluid level 75
6.8 Checking the tires and rims 77
6.8.1 Check of the rims and the wheel rims 79
6.9 Cleaning checking and lubricating
the drive chain 80
6.9.1 Cleaning 81
6.9.2 Lubrification 81
6.10 Checking the idle speed 82
6.11 Replacing the fuses 83
6.12 Battery 85
6.13 Cleaning the motorcycle 86
6.14 Prolonged inactivity 88
6.15 Power control 89
7 Technical information 90
7.1 Specifications 90

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Dear Customer,
We invite you to read this Owner’s Manual before using your new TORNADO NAKED TRE R160.
It contains important information for a sefe use of the vehicle and to keep it in perfect working order. Keep it by putting it in the
special papers-case compartment.
We remain you, however, that TORNADO NAKED TRE 1130 is a higt performance vehicle thet needs tobe ride with attention and skill.
You better refrain from driving the vehicle out of bounds, if you are not sure of tour ability in managing it; however, when you ride on
public street or open to the public, you have to scrupulously observe the Highway Code.
Always remember to use a homologated helmet, of your size, and always correctly laced up. We recommend you, besides, always to wear
an appropriate protective wear.
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In order to make more simple and readibly the most important information, we have used the following symbols:
Danger – Warns you that there is a serious instrinsic danger that could cause personal injuries and deadly
accidents in case you don’t follow the supplied directions.
Warning – Warns you that there is a danger that could cause personal injuries and deadly accidents in case you
don’t follow the supplied directions.
Caution – Reminds you a safety practice you better follow or an unsafety activity you betteravoidif you
don’t want to risk under go personal injuries or to damage your vehicle.
Reserves the right to makeany changes, whenever deemed, to its products and to this manual. Wherever you will find any dissimilarity
between what is written on this Owner’s Manual and the specific fitting-out of your vehicle, don’t hesitate to download from the
web site Manual, or contact the Customer Service Benelli Q.J. calling +39 0721.41871 , which will arrange to send toyou the new update
version.
1.1 • SYMBOLS

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1. vehicle identication number
2. engine serial number
3. homologation data
We recommend writing down the main numbers in the spaces provided below.
FRAME No. ZBN ___________________
ENGINE No. ____________________
COLOR CODE ____________________
KEY No. ____________________
1.2 • IDENTIFICATION DATA
2) engine serial number
3) homologation data
1) vehicle identication number

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1.2 • IDENTIFICATION DATA
Identification motorcycle
The motorcycle 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 mentioned when ordering bodyspares. This code can be read on the labels placed underthe saddle.
Spare parts order
If you need to order spare parts, beside the matriculation frame number, it can be necessary to mention the engine number,
the colour code and the key identification number.
key identication number labels
colour code

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2.1Safety
2.1.1Motorcycle modification and trim personalization
WARNING It is strictly frobidden to intervent on the vehicle by modifying the mechanical
components or by replacing them with non genuine spare parts. All this activities make the vehicle
homologation forfait rendering it unusable for public street use, and can also cause serious damages for
the user and for the vehicle itself. Benelli Q.J. is not responsable for any damage to persons or things caused
by any modifications of the motorcycle original conditions.
It is possible to personalize the suspension trim by working on the special adjustments this activity is
absolutely unwary unless the user is absolutely confident in his technical ability. The trim adjustment can
compromise the motorcycle safe use and, therefore, it has to be done only by expert persons. Wherever you
want to personalize the motorcycle trim in relation to your personal requirements, we suggest you to
apply to a Benelli Q.J. Authorized Workshop. You can find the Benelli Q.J. Authorized Workshop list on
Benelli Q.J. web site www.benelli.com or calling the Benelli Q.J. Customer Service dialling +39 0721.41871.

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2.1.2 General safety regulations
Before you start riding 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 Q.J. Authorized workshop does all the
maintenance operations written on the “Maintenance” section of this Owner’s Manual, following carefully all the directions and
suggestions.We advise you against having the maintenance operations and the repairs done by persons or workshop that don’t
belong to the Benelli Q.J. Authorized Workshop net. Especially we advise you against doing on your own themaintenance operations
and the repairs on your TORNADO NAKED TRE R160! For any necessity or further information don’t hesitate to apply to your Benelli
Q.J. Distributor or to the nearest BenelliQ.J. Authorized Workshop. You can find the Benelli Q.J. Distributor and the Benelli Q.J.
Authorized Workshop list onthe web site www.benelli.com or calling the Benelli Q.J. Customer Service dialling +39 0721.41871. The
full control of this motorcycle is basic for a safe riding. Therefore it is necessary to start riding with a good concentration and in perfect
physical conditions, apare from always assessing the street and atmospheric conditions.In order to avoid compromising handling and
stability of your motorcycle, you should obey the following warnings:
• do not attach any object to the vehicle;
• do not hook a sidecar, a tow or any other accessory to the motorcycle;
• do not remove any part and/or component;
• do not modify the vehicle in any way;
• do not wear garments that could adversely affect control and handling of the motorcycle.

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Do not ride this motorcycle if you do not possess a regular driving licence. Failure to heed this warning constitutes a breach of the
Highway Code, besides posing a serious hazard to the driver’s and other people’s safety.Always wear a helmet, even on short
rides.Always wear suitable clothes, especially when travelling by night (e.g. garments with fluorescent bands). When refuelling,
switch off the engine and refrain from smoking. Do not start the engine in closed places. Exhaust gases are toxic and can quickly
saturate the air and cause faintingor even death.While riding, always keep both hands on the handlebars.Park the vehicle where it is
unlikely to be bumped into or damaged. Even slight or involuntary bumps can cause thevehicle to topple over, with subsequent risk of
serious harm to people or children. To prevent the vehicle from tipping over, never park it on soft or uneven ground, nor on asphalt
strongly heated by the sun.Do not cover your motorcycle with a canvas soon afterwards riding. Before covering your motorcycle, wait
until the engine and the exhaust pipes have thoroughly cooled. If your motorcycle has been involved in an accident, check all levers,
wires, hoses, brake calipers and other mainparts for damage. Do not use the vehicle if you detect a damage that could adversely
affect 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 Q.J.Authorized Workshop, in order to erify the absence of defects and/or
damages that the owner could not be able to detect.

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2.1.3 Vehicle load
The vehicle is designed for use by the rider with a passenger. To drive safely and under the highway code, never exceed the
maximum allowed total gross weight of 400 kg (881.84 Lbs). That is the sum of the motorcycle, driver, passenger and load weight,
according to the EEC 92/61 directive.
WARNING
Since the load can strongly affect handling, braking, performance and safety characteristics of your
motorcycle, you should always keep in mind the following warnings.NEVEROVER LOADYOURMOTORCYCLE!
Driving an overloaded motorcycle can cause damage to thetyres, lossofcontrolofthevehicleandseriousinjury.
Checkthatthetotalofdriverandpassenger weight, the burden weight and the vehicle gross weight never exceed
the granted values.Never carry any incorrectly fastened object on your motorcycle, because it could move
from its position during riding. Steadily fasten the heaviest objects near the center of the motorcycle, and
equally divide the load on both sides of the vehicle. Do not insert any object in the spaces on the frame
trellis, in order to avoid interferring with the movable parts of the motorcycle. Before riding, always check
the wear and the pressure of the tyres. Adjust the suspensions according to the load. Even if the motorcycle
is correctly loaded, drive with caution and never exceed 130 km/h (80.6mph) when you carry a load.

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Your TORNADO NAKED TRE R160 was projected for road use.However, making some modifications, considering the high performances
that the motorcycle can reach, it is possible to use it also in competitions. However, you need to remember that once you transform the
motorcycle for competitions use, it is nomore suitable for street traffic unless it is brought to its original conditions. To meet the
passionate drivers numerous requests, Benelli Q.J. has designed a number of special components for use in competitions and/or
sporting events. The use of such components is strictly limited to areas closed to traffic. Failure to observe this restriction constitutes a
breach of the Highway Code for which Benelli Q.J. cannot be held responsible.For more information about Benelli Q.J. special
components visit the web site www.benelli.com or call tgheBenelli Q.J. Customer Service dialling +39 0721.41871.
WARNING
Riding the vehicle in competitions requires considerable skill and experience as well as an
accurate setup of the motorcycle which was to be made only by perticularly prepared
persons.
2.1.5 Advices for safe riding
Besides being a means of transport, your motorcycle is a source of recreation and excitement. (and this is true,especially, when we
talk about a TORNADO NAKED TRE R160!).
2.1.4 Use the vehicle in competition

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However the nature itself of the vehicle involves, a certain amount of risk. To ensure maximum safety, in addition toscrupulously 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 section “PRE-RIDING CHECKS”. Conduct an overall check of all safety-related aspects of the motorcycle.
Familiarizing with the vehicle
The rider’s ability and his mechanical skills form the basis of riding safety. It is advisable to practise riding in areas without traffic until you
have become familiar with the vehicle and its controls.
Being aware of one’s limits
When riding, never exceed your limits nor those imposed by law. Being aware of your limits and acting accordingly will help you avoid
accidents.
Adverse weather conditions
Be very careful when riding in adverse weather conditions. On wet roads, for example, the braking distance increases as a result of reduced
tyre traction. It is therefore necessary to travel at moderate speed and avoid a brupt braking and acceleration.
Pay particular attention when riding on slippery surfaces such as road markings, manholes, level crossings, bridges, gratings,etc. Considering
that a motorcycle cannot provide the same degree of shock protection as a motor vehicle, it is essential to adopt a “defensive” riding
attitude, particularly in the adverse weather conditions described above.
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When riding down long hills, reduce the speed of your motorcycle by closing the throttle and using a low gear ratio to take advantage
of engine braking. Use the front and rear brakes as little as possible to maintain your speed, in order to prevent brake overheating and
fade.Special attention should be given to the braking system, which plays a key role in ensuring safety. When braking, always take
account of the speed of the vehicle and the condition of the road surface.The braking action should always be applied gently and
gradually to both wheels. Performing this operation and, more in general, riding the vehicle always requires the utmost care.
Therefore,caution should be exercised by all users, and in particular by inexperienced riders. When you make a turn, avoid sudden
braking. Failure to observe this warning could lead to the sliding of the wheel sand the loss of control of the vehicle. Always operate
the brakes before starting a turn. When you are laterally blown by a sudden gust of wind (as it may happen when you’re over taken by
a vehicle ofgreat dimensions, when you come out of a tunnel or when you’re driving in a hilly zone), you could lose control of the
vehicle. While driving under the above mentioned conditions, reduce your speed and be careful to avoid sideways gusts of wind.
Maintain a safe distance behind vehicles in 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 motorcycle 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 adversely affect the rider’s ability to control the vehicle.

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HELMET
Wearing the helmet when you ride a motorcycle in many countries, including Italy, is compulsory. However, wherever this
obligation doesn’t exist, it is absolutely advisable to wear a helmet, taking care of choosing a homologated and of the right
size one. If the helmet has no visor take care of wearing appropriate protective glasses during your riding.The helmet has
to be always laced up. If you carry a passenger you better make sure that he wears correctly a homologated helmet. Never
wear light helmet DGM (they can be used in Italy only for riding mopeds).
2.1.6 Protective clothing
Always wear suitable protective clothing.
In particular, the following items should be worn:
• A close fitting jacket, made of tough material and easy to fasten.
• Supple, reinforced gloves providing both sensitivity and protection.
• Strong, close-fitting trousers covering the legs completely.
• Soft, reinforced boots providing both sensitivity and protection.
In any case, the clothes must allow complete freedom of movement and not hamper the rider in any way.In addition, they
must have no loose parts capable of catching in the control levers, the foot rests, the wheels, the drive chain, etc., in order
to avoid dangerous situations.

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WARNING
Protective clothes do not afford complete protection 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 attitudeand follow the recommendations
given in the previous paragraphs.
2.1.7 Suggestions against theft
Your TORNADO NAKED TRE R160 is a precious property and, like that, it has to be protected.
• Every time you park your motorcycle, operate the steering lock and remove the ignition key.
• Park your motorcycle in a closed garage every time it is possible.
• Install a good quality anti-theft device on your vehicle.