Benelli TRK249 User manual

TRK249

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CONTENTS
Serial Number ....................................................................................................................................................................................................
Location of Parts ...............................................................................................................................................................................................
Meter & Indicator ........................................................................................................................................................................................
Primary Parts ......................................................................................................................................................................................................
Key switch ......................................................................................................................................................................................................
Left Handle ....................................................................................................................................................................................................
Right Handle .................................................................................................................................................................................................
Fuel Tank ........................................................................................................................................................................................................
Rear Shock Absorber ..................................................................................................................................................................................
Rear Brake Pedal ..........................................................................................................................................................................................
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CONTENTS
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Shift Pedal ...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Tool Bag .......................................................................................................................................................................................................
Notice of Use of Fuel and Engine Oil ......................................................................................................................................................
Running In .......................................................................................................................................................................................................
Inspection before Driving ..........................................................................................................................................................................
How to start the engine ........................................................................................................................................................................
Smooth launching ..................................................................................................................................................................................
To change gear ........................................................................................................................................................................................
Inspection& Maintenance ..........................................................................................................................................................................
Maintenance Schedule .........................................................................................................................................................................
Oil Level & Oil Change ...........................................................................................................................................................................
Spark plug ..................................................................................................................................................................................................
Catalytic Converter...................................................................................................................................................................................
Battery ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................
Throttle Cable Adjustment ...................................................................................................................................................................
Clutch Adjustment ...................................................................................................................................................................................
Chain Adjustment ....................................................................................................................................................................................
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Brake ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................
Maintenance of Air Filter..........................................................................................................................................................................
Bulb Replacement ......................................................................................................................................................................................
Fuse Replacement ......................................................................................................................................................................................
Lubrication points ......................................................................................................................................................................................
Adjustment of Valve Clearance .............................................................................................................................................................
Tire ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Storage Guideline .............................................................................................................................................................................................
Specication & Technical Parameter .........................................................................................................................................................
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Vehicle identication number (VIN) and the serial number are used for the registration of the motorcycle, which
can also make sure that the dealer would provide you better services involving accessories purchasing or other
services.
Record the numbers for the possible use in the future.
Vehicle identication number (VIN) is printed on the right side of the head tube.
The engine number is printed on lower part of the right case of engine crank case
Please write down the numbers for your reference.
SERIAL NUMBER
VIN:
Engine Number:

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LOCATION OF PARTS
Left view
Right view
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1 Clutch lever
2 Left handle switch
3 ABS switch(if equipped)
4 Meter
5 Meter function button
7 Throttle grip
6 Right handle switch
Rear shock absorber
Rear brake pedal
Shift pedal
12 Side stand
13 Tank
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10
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Front brake lever
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13
12
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LOCATION OF PARTS
Meter & Indicator
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LOCATION OF PARTS
1.TURNING INDICATOR
The indication lamps would ash with the turning signals.
2.TURNING INDICATOR
The indication lamps would ash with the turning signals.
3. HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LAMP
When the high beam lamp of the headlamp turns on, the
high beam indicator lamp would be on.
4. NEUTRAL INDICATOR LAMP
When the transmission is in the neutral, the indicator lamp
would be on.
5. FUEL LEVEL WARNING LAMP
It indicates the fuel is less than 15% of total capacity in the
fuel tank.
6.ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLE INDICA-
TOR
Return to authorized dealer if this indicator is activated
during riding.
7. WATER TEMPERATURE WARNING LAMP
It should stop to check the water tank if the WARNING LAMP
is light.
8. GEAR INDICATOR LAMP
Numbers on the meter indicate the gear positions of the
vehicle including 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and6.
9. WATER TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
This indicator indicates the temperature of cooling liquid.
When the pointer is in between C and H, the temperature
is normal. It should stop to check the water tank if the
pointer is higher than H level.
10. TACHOMETER
Tachometer indicates the revolution per minute of
engine.
11. SPEEDOMETER
Speedometer shows the running speed, kilometers/hours.
12. FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR
It indicates the fuel level in the fuel tank.
13. ODOMETER/ TRIP METER
Odometer records the total mileage driven, and Trip
meter can be reset, which records the mileages driven in
a specic period.
14. CLOCK
It shows the time.

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PRIMARY PARTS
Note：
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.
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KEY SWITCH
“ ”position: The circuits are on
“ ”Position: turn left to the maximum, press the key to the position
of “ ”. Take out the key. In this condition, the vehicle has been locked.
If you want to unlock the vehicle, insert the key and turn clockwise.
“ ” position: All the circuits are o.

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1. HORN BUTTON
Press down on the button,to activate the horn.
2. HIGH & LOW BEAM SWITCH
Turn the switch to " " position, the high beam of headlamp turn
on and the indicator lamp on the meter would also turn on; turn
the switch to " " position, the low beam of headlamp turn on.
3. DIRECTION INDICATOR LAMP SWITCH
Turn the switch to " " position, the left direction signal lamp ashes;
turn the switch to " " position, the right direction signal lamp ashes.
And the indicator lamps would turn on accordingly.
4. PASSING SWITCH
When passing other vehicles, press this button so the high beams of
the headlamp would ash to alarm the vehicles in front of you.
PRIMARY PARTS
Alarm：
Turn on the direction signal lamps in time when changing the
driveway or turning a direction and turn o the lamps.
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5
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2
4
3
5
1
or
LEFT HANDLE
HAZARD SWITCH

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RIGHT HANDLE
1. ENGINE STOP SWITCH
When the switch is on " " position and the power is on, the engine runs.
When the switch is on " " position and the power is o, the engine will not run.
2. HAZARD SWITCH” ”
Turn to “ ” and the four direction signal lamps would ash to warn for emergency
situation;turn to "●" for daytime driving.
3. ELECTRIC STARTER BUTTON
Pull the clutch lever or put in Neutral gear and press the button to run the electric
motor and start the engine.
4. LIGHT SWITCH
Turn switch to position of " " to light up the front lamp; Turn to " " to light
up meter lamp, city light and tail lamp; turn to "●" for daytime driving.
PRIMARY PARTS
Note：Under normal conditions, this switch shall be on "Operate" ( )
position. Use this switch under emergency situation, for example accident
or key switch problems.
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2
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4
3
or
Without Headlight Switch
With Headlight Switch
5. METER FUNCTION BUTTON
In ODO mode, turn o the key. To adjust the clock, turn on the key switch and immediately
long press the set button, when released, the hour digit will start ashing on the meter.
Short press the set button to change the number, or long-press to move the ashing digit

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PRIMARY PARTS
FUEL TANK
The capacity of fuel tank (including reserve) is about 18L.
To open fuel tank cap, please insert the key and turn it clockwise and open the cover. To close the fuel tank, please
recap and then press it. Take away the key when you hear the sound of locking.
Avoid lling the tank in the rain or where heavy dust is blowing so that the fuel does not get contaminated.
E5 E10
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1.Gasoline containing up to 5% ethanol by volume.
2.Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume.
Use fuel identied by either of the above symbols.
to the next position to continue adjustment. To change the unit between KM/H and MPH, turn on the key switch and
wait for over 10 secs, then long-press the set button to realize the unit switches. Under any modes ("ODO", "TRIP A" and
"TRIP B"), short press the set button to switch between three modes, while in TRIP A and TRIP B modes, long press the
set button to reset the trip mileage.

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Note：
Never ll the tank so the fuel level rises into the ller neck. If the tank is overlled, heat may cause the fuel to expand
and ow into the Evaporative Emission Control System resulting in hard starting, engine hesitation and non-compli-
ance with the emission regulation.
PRIMARY PARTS
Alarm：
Gasoline is extremely ammable and can be explosive under certain conditions, creating the potential for serious
burns. Turn the ignition switch o. Do not smoke. Make sure the area is well ventilated and free from any source of
ame or sparks; this includes any appliance with a pilot light. Never ll the tank completely to the top.
If the tank is lled completely to the top, heat may cause the fuel to expand and overow through the vents in the
tank cap.
After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed securely. If gasoline is spilled on the fuel tank, wipe it o immedi-
ately.

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PRIMARY PARTS
REAR BRAKE PEDAL
Step the rear brake pedal to slow down
the rear wheel. Brake light will turn on
while rear brake is in use.
SHIFT PEDAL
This motorcycle is equipped with six-speed
constant mesh gearbox.
(Preload)
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
The motorcycle is equipped with one rear shock absorber.
Spring pre-load adjustment.
The rear shock absorber is equipped with adjustment ring nuts for preload adjustment.
Adjust the spring preload as follows:
To increase the preload setting of the spring, turn the adjustment ring nut with special
wrench , to make the suspension stier.
Please rotate opposite direction to achieve a softer setting. After adjustment, please make
sure the lock nut tightened to ensure safety of riding.
REAR BRAKE PEDAL
SHIFT PEDAL

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Slow down the motorcycle when turning to the low gear. Revving up the engine slightly to shift gears in more smooth
way to avoid damaging gears
TOOL BAG
The tool bag is in the seat cushion. By using tools in the bag, you can do basic repair and adjustment and change some
parts when needed.
NOTICE OF USE OF FUEL AND ENGINE OIL
Fuel
It is a must to use lead free gasoline. Use gasoline contains octane number more than 92.
Notice：Use lead free gasoline can extend the working life of spark plug.
Engine Oil
NOTICE OF USE OF FUEL AND ENGINE OIL
Type
Full synthetic oil
SL10W-50 JASO MA2
Capacity
1.2L±0.05L
Caution:
When the transmission is on neutral position, the indicator lamp would turn on. Slowly release the clutch lever to make
sure the transmission is on the neutral position.

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For driving a new motorcycle in its rst 1,000km way, the engine should not be over revved and all the gears shall
not be over 80% of red zone engine rpm; don't operate the throttle under a fully open position; change the gears
in time to keep the engine rpm in reasonable range. It is strongly suggested to use the motorcycle very carefully
during its running in period; also the rider has to be familiar to the performance.
Note：In the rst 300km of break in, you should examine the cleanliness of the engine oil frequently. Check the
oil level of engine oil before driving.
INSPECTION BEFORE DRIVING
Please check on the following contents which are very important before driving,
RUNNING IN
Content
Handlebar
Braking
Comments
1) Stable
2) Turn smoothly
3) No sliding or loose
1）Right clearance of the lever and brake pedal
2）No sponge feeling

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INSPECTION BEFORE DRIVING
Tire
1）Appropriate air pressure
2）Appropriate tire treads depth
3）No crack or cut
Fuel Level Sucient fuel for the driving
Indicator Lamp High beams indicator lamp, gear Indicator light, and turning indicator.
Horn & Brake Switch Horn & Brake Switch
Engine Oil Correct oil levelCorrect oil level
Throttle 1）Appropriate free play in clutch lever
2）Smooth operation
Clutch 1）Appropriate free play in throttle cable
2）Smooth operation, no stuck when returning to full close position
Driving Chain 1）Appropriate tightness
2）Appropriate lubrication
Light Operate all the lamps – headlight, taillight, stoplight, instrument-panel
light and city light.

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DRIVING TIPS
HOW TO START THE ENGINE
Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock and to " ". Step on the shift pedal to the neutral. The neutral
indicator light lightens up if the gear box is in neutral position. Start the engine by pushing the start switch.
Warning:
Do not start the engine indoor with bad ventilation or without ventilation. Do not leave a starting
motorcycle when no one else is around.
Caution:
Do not run the engine in high speed when you do not drive the motorcycle, or it will become overheating
and damage its inner parts.
INSPECTION BEFORE DRIVING

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SMOOTH LAUNCHING
Hold the clutch lever, paused for an instant and step on the shift pedal to the rst gear. Twist the throttle grip
towards yourself and release the clutch lever slowly and smoothly at the same time. Then the motorcycle will begin
to move forward smoothly.
Gear box usage
Gear box can ensure a smooth running of engine within normal engine rpm Driver should choose a proper gear
according to driving speed. It is dangerous to drive with clutch disengaged. Lower the gear when you slow down
the motorcycle to make engine run within normal rpm range.
Drive on slope way
When drive on uphill road, motorcycle will slow down and seem to be lack of power. Switch to low gears so that
engine can generate normal power. Shift the gear swiftly to prevent motorcycle from losing speed.
Turn to low speed gears in order to brake when driving on downhill slope.
Don't over rev the engine.
Brake usage and stopping
Warning:
Put the stands back to retracted position before driving.
INSPECTION& MAINTENANCE

Twist the throttle grip in the direction away from yourself to close the throttle. Use front and rear brake evenly.
Shift to low speed gear to slow down.
Before stopping the motorcycle, hold the clutch and shift to neutral position. Check the neutral position indicator
light to check whether it is in neutral position.
The motorcycle should be parked on rm and at road. If you have to park the motorcycle on a slope by the side
stand, please shift to the rst gear to prevent slipping. Shift to neutral position before starting the engine.
Turn the power key to the position " " to stop the engine.
Remove ignition key from the switch after locking for security reason.
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Warning:
It is dangerous only to use either the front brake or rear brake which may causes the motorcycle to skid or
lose control. Be careful and use brakes properly when you drive on wet road or curved road.
Notice:
Inexperienced drivers usually use rear brake only, which will accelerate abrasion of the brake and result
in longer stopping distance.
INSPECTION BEFORE DRIVING