Benelli TnT302S, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...TnT302S OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...es Safe Driving Rules Protective Riding Gear VIN Number Engine Number Location of Parts Meter Indicator Primary Parts Ignition switch Left Handlebar Switch Right Handlebar Switch Fuel Tank Rear Shock Absorber Rear Brake Pedal 2 5 6 7 7 8 9 10 11 15 15 16 21 22 23 24 ...

Page 3: ...de Inspection How to start the engine Acceleration and deceleration Changing gears Inspection Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Oil Level Oil Change Spark plug Catalytic Converter Battery Throttle Cable Adjustment Clutch Adjustment Chain Adjustment 24 25 25 26 26 28 29 30 31 31 34 35 35 36 39 40 40 ...

Page 4: ...rakes Air Filter Maintenance Bulb Replacement Fuse Replacement Lubrication points Adjustment of Valve Clearance Tires Storage Guidelines Emissions Warranty Specifications Technical Parameters 42 44 44 45 46 46 47 48 50 54 ...

Page 5: ...lership for inspection and repair and only operate it once the situation is resolved Notes Before changing the fuse switch the key to in case of short circuit Make sure the contact point of the fuse is not broken while changing the fuse which would result in bad contact parts damage and even fire Do not reconfigure the motorcycle or change the locations of the parts and accessories at will this wi...

Page 6: ... instruct you on how to operate inspect and maintain your vehicle but also how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury In addition the many tips given in this manual will help keep your vehicle in the best possible condition If you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact your dealer Our company continually seeks advancements in product design and quality Therefore wh...

Page 7: ...r should carefully read this entire manual so that he she is completely familiar with the vehicle before riding it 1 Inspect your motorcycle completely before starting the engine so as to prevent possible accidents or damage 2 Many accidents can be attributed to an inexperienced rider Make sure that the rider is qualified before riding the motorcycle Never allow someone without a drivers licence t...

Page 8: ...operational performance of the motor cycle Overloading of the electrical system will result in danger and possibly fire 8 Do not operate the engine within confined spaces as the exhaust gas would cause injury or death Carbon Monoxide is a colorless odorless tasteless gas which may be present even if you do not see or smell any engine exhaust 1 Most fatal accidents involving motorcycle riders are c...

Page 9: ...g parts or referring to special service information Record the numbers for the possible use in the future Vehicle identification number VIN is printed on the right side of the steering head tube The engine serial number is printed on the lower part of the right engine crank case area Please write down these numbers here for your reference SERIAL NUMBER VIN Engine Number ...

Page 10: ...BS switch if equipped 4 Meter 5 Ignition switch 7 Right handlebar switch 6 Meter function button 9 Front brake lever 8 Throttle grip Rear shock absorber Rear brake pedal Shifter lever 13 Side stand 10 11 12 14 Fuel tank Left view Right view 4 5 7 6 8 9 1 2 3 14 13 12 11 10 ...

Page 11: ...TnT302S 11 LOCATION OF PARTS Meter Indicator 11 10 1 12 3 2 4 5 16 6 9 7 8 13 14 15 Daytime mode ...

Page 12: ...TnT302S 12 LOCATION OF PARTS Night mode 11 10 1 12 3 2 4 5 8 9 7 13 14 6 15 16 ...

Page 13: ...cator indicates the temperature of the coolant When the pointer is in between C and H the temperature is normal Stop to check the water tank level if the pointer is higher than the H level 9 GEAR INDICATOR LAMP Numbers on the meter indicate the gear positions of the vehicle including 1 2 3 4 5 and 6 10 SPEEDOMETER Speedometer shows the running speed kilometers hours 11 TACHOMETER Tachometer indica...

Page 14: ...den away once reaching about 3 5KM H the ABS indicator lamp will be unlit LOCATION OF PARTS Normally the ABS indicator light comes on when the ignition switch is turned on and goes off shortly after the vehicle starts moving If the indicator light shows any of the following a fault or faults may have occurred in the ABS You should have the vehicle checked by an authorized Benelli dealer a The ligh...

Page 15: ...ey In this condition the vehicle has been locked If you want to unlock the vehicle insert the key and turn clockwise Off position All the circuits are off 16 PHOTOSENSITIVE SWITCH There are two modes in this meter They switch automatically depending on the intensity of the light Please follow the below steps to switch it manually Cover the switch with your hand for 3 5 seconds to switch daytime mo...

Page 16: ...urn the switch to position the left direction signal lamp flashes turn the switch to position the right direction signal lamp flashes and the indicator lamps will flash accordingly 4 PASSING SWITCH When passing other vehicles press this button so the high beam of the headlight will flash to alarm the vehicles in front of you PRIMARY PARTS Warning Turn on the direction signal lamps in time when cha...

Page 17: ...ec onds the ABS indicator light should be changed from lit to blink as per 1 27s Slow Blink when you release the switch now the ABS is turned OFF and the brake will work as a conventional system does From ABS OFF mode ON mode Please keep pressing the ABS switch precisely within the range of 3 5 sec onds the ABS indicator light should be changed from blink as per 1 27s Slow Blink to constantly lit ...

Page 18: ...egulates brake force intermittently gaining gripping force and braking force helps prevent wheel lock up and allows stable steering control while stopping Brake control function is identical to that of a conventional vehicle The brake lever is used for the front brake and the brake pedal for the rear brake Although the ABS provides stability while stopping by preventing wheel lock up remember the ...

Page 19: ...eas ABS will help prevent wheel lock up when braking in a straight line but it cannot control wheel slip which may be caused by braking during cornering When leaning in corners it is better to limit braking to gentle application of both brakes or not to brake at all Reduce your speed before you enter a corner Same as a conventional brake system an excessive sudden stop may cause the wheel to lock ...

Page 20: ... stop pie or burn out rear wheel drifting or any maneuvers may cause the front and rear wheel to have different rota tional status In this case first turn the ignition key to OFF and then back to ON The ABS indicator light goes off by this operation but if the ABS indicator light remains lit after the vehicle reaches a speed of approxi mately 5 km h or above you should have the bike checked by an ...

Page 21: ...GHT SWITCH IF EQUIPPED 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 5 METER FUNCTION BUTTON In ODO mode turn off the key To adjust the clock turn on the ignition switch and immediately long press the set button when released the hour digit will start flashing on the meter Short press the set button to chan...

Page 22: ...and turn it clockwise and open the cover To close the fuel tank reinstall the cap and then press it down Remove the key once it returns to the insert position E5 E10 1 2 1 Gasoline containing up to 5 ethanol by volume 2 Gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol by volume Use fuel identified by either of the above symbols to the next position to continue adjustment To change the units between KM H and M...

Page 23: ...during normal riding the setting should be 5 10 clicks according to the road conditions and rider s preference PRIMARY PARTS REAR SHOCK ABSORBER The motorcycle is equipped with one rear shock absorber on the right side of the motorcycle Spring pre load adjustment The rear shock absorber is equipped with adjustment ring nuts for spring preload adjustment Adjust the spring preload as follows To incr...

Page 24: ... light will illuminate while in use SHIFTER LEVER This motorcycle is equipped with a six speed constant mesh gearbox Notice When the transmission is in the neutral position the indicator lamp will turn on Slowly release the clutch lever to make sure the transmission is in the neutral position Generally speaking when the spring pre load is increased the rebound damping should also be increased acco...

Page 25: ...justment and change some parts when needed FUEL AND ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDED Fuel It is a must to use lead free gasoline Use a gasoline octane number of 91 Notice Use of lead free gasoline can extend the service life of the spark plugs Engine Oil Please use a four stroke motorcycle engine oil it should be equal to or higher than API SAE service grade SF The specification is SJ10W 50 FUEL AND ENGINE ...

Page 26: ...suggested to use the motorcycle very carefully during the break in period Tip During the first 300km 185 mi of break in you should examine the cleanliness of the engine oil frequently Check the engine oil level before riding every time PRE RIDE INSPECTIONS Checking the following items before riding is very important to your safety ENGINE BREAK IN Check Handlebar Braking Inspection 1 Stable 2 Turn ...

Page 27: ...orn Brake Switch Check that it sounds lights up Engine Oil Correct oil level Correct oil level Throttle 1 Appropriate free play at the throttle grip 2 Smooth operation Clutch 1 Appropriate free play at the clutch lever 2 Smooth operation not sticking when returning to fully closed position Drive Chain 1 Appropriate adjustment 2 Appropriate lubrication Lights Operate all the lamps headlight taillig...

Page 28: ...ear box is in the neutral position Start the engine by pressing the start button Warning Do not start the engine while indoors or in an area of poor ventilation or without ventilation Do not leave a running motorcycle unattended Notice Do not rev the engine to high RPMs when you are not actually riding the motorcycle it can cause overheating and damage internal engine parts PRE RIDE INSPECTIONS ...

Page 29: ...It is dangerous to ride with the clutch disengaged Downshift the transmission when slowing down the motorcycle to ensure the engine is operating in the normal RPM range Riding on an incline When riding up a hill the motorcycle will slow down and seem to lack power when this happens downshift to a lower gear so that the engine can generate more power Shift gears quickly to prevent your motorcycle f...

Page 30: ...e on a slope with the side stand shift the transmission into first gear to prevent slipping Shift back in to neutral before starting the engine Turn the ignition switch to the position to stop the engine Remove the ignition switch key when parking to keep your motorcycle safe TnT302S 30 Warning It is dangerous to only use either the front brake or the rear brake this could result in a lack of cont...

Page 31: ...ressed according the following chart The inspection and maintenance of certain key components are required to be done by professionals We recommend you contact your local dealer ship to have any services performed marked by an MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE KEY I Inspection cleaning adjustment replacement C Cleaning R Replacement A Adjustment L Lubrication INSPECTION MAINTENANCE ...

Page 32: ...nce Engine Oil Oil Filter Fuel Injection Drive Chain 4000km 2500mi 7000km 4500mi Per 24000km 15000mi I Per 6000km 3500mi R Per 6000km 3500mi R Per 1000km 600mi I L A Per 6000km 3500mi I or R 10000km 6500mi 13000km 8500mi 16000km 10500mi ODOMETER READING 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Battery 10 2 I I I I I I I I R R I I I I I I I I I ...

Page 33: ...Hydraulic Hoses Braking Hydraulic Fluid Clutch Hanger Bracket Nuts Bolts Fasteners Wheel Rim Steering Bearings 4000km 7000km Replace every two years Replace every two years 10000km 13000km 16000km ODOMETER READING 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Cooling System 20 21 22 12 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I ...

Page 34: ...ange given on the maintenance schedule start back at the beginning 3 Take more maintenance to keep good performance for frequent driving in heavy conditions as rugged roads OIL LEVEL OIL CHANGE Check the oil level before starting the engine Put the motorcycle on the side stand Lift the handle bar and let the bike stand vertical to the flat ground Check if the oil level is between the maximum and m...

Page 35: ...period noted in the maintenance schedule Readjust the electrode gap of the spark plug with a feeler gauge to between 0 6 0 7mm Replace the spark plug every 6000km 3500mi Type of Spark Plug NGK CR8E CATALYTIC CONVERTER In order to meet the requirements of the environmental emissions standards the muffler of the motorcycle is equipped with a catalytic converter 35 INSPECTION MAINTENANCE When install...

Page 36: ...ine parts or entrust your dealership to replace it for you BATTERY The battery is under the seat The battery for your motorcycle is a maintenance free type If a new battery is needed please ask your dealer to fill the battery with electrolyte and charge the battery for you Once filled and charged you no longer need to add electrolyte at any time during the battery s life If you have to remove the ...

Page 37: ... into the mainte nance free battery a Place the battery vertically on a horizontal surface and remove the sealing tape b Remove the electrolyte from the plastic bag Remove its cover strip and set it aside to be used it as the filling plug for the battery INSPECTION MAINTENANCE Warning Correctly connect the battery wires when the battery is being re installed The red wire shall be connected to the ...

Page 38: ...t there are bubbles coming up from the battery at multiple ports leave the battery to fill for 30 minutes If there is a port with no bubbles flowing up from the battery lightly squeeze or tap the filling container until you can see bubbles rising from the battery at that port e When the electrolyte container has emptied tap it several times to ensure that all of the residual electrolyte has entere...

Page 39: ...type The battery used must be the same as the motorcycle was designed to use it If a different type of battery is used it may affect the performance and service life of the motorcycle and possibly cause an electrical failure If the motorcycle will not be used for a long time remove the battery and charge it once a month THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT 1 Loosen the lock nut 2 Turn the adjuster to bring t...

Page 40: ... free play 3 Tighten the locknut CHAIN ADJUSTMENT Adjust the drive chain slack every 1000km s 600mi using the following method to reach a slack of 10 20mm Regularly adjust your drive chain as needed according to your riding conditions and use INSPECTION BEFORE DRIVING Warning The chain service suggestion here is for regular maintenance it s recommended that the chain be checked before every ride D...

Page 41: ... chain slack is set at 10 20mm and confirm it a second time During regular maintenance check the chain for the following conditions 1 Loose pins 2 Damaged rollers 3 Rusty chain link 4 Twisted or snarled link 5 Excessive free play 6 Loose chain The sprockets are probably damaged if any above mentioned problems are found on the chain Inspect the sprockets as follows INSPECTION MAINTENANCE Notice Whe...

Page 42: ...e fluid Please replace it every two years Don t forget to check the brake fluid level in the front and rear brake fluid reservoirs Add appropriate brake fluid if necessary Brake pads Check the front and rear brake pads to ensure they have not been worn to the limit Replace the pads if worn to the limit INSPECTION BEFORE DRIVING Warning In case of drinking the brake fluid by mistake or contacting w...

Page 43: ...rake pads Rear Brake To adjust the stroke of the rear brake pedal loosen the locknut then turn the rear brake adjusting bolt the free play should be adjusted to 20 30mm INSPECTION MAINTENANCE Warning Brake system maintenance should be performed by an authorized dealer which is equipped with the necessary tools and can assure the quality of service performed Notice The hydraulic brake systems are u...

Page 44: ...allow it to dry completely once clean 4 Once dry spray the filter with a foam air filter oil and wring out any excessive oil before reinstallation 5 Reinstall the components back in reverse order of disassembly BULB REPLACEMENT Replacement of the Head Light Bulb Remove the bulb cover replace the old bulb with one of the same specification and reinstall in reverse order of disassembly INSPECTION BE...

Page 45: ...acement bulb must be of the same specifications as the old one High wattage bulbs will increase the circuit load which will cause faults like a battery power shortage Warning It s dangerous to use fuses of other specifications it could result in severe failures like sparks or fire 15A 15A 10A 15A 10A 15A 15A or FUEL PUMP FAN POWER LOCK ECU 15A 15A 10A 15A 15A 10A 15A 15A FUEL PUMP FAN POWER LOCK E...

Page 46: ...he vehicle gets wet due to rain or cleaning Detailed lubrication points are shown in the figure below Motorcycle lubricant Lubricant type Grease 1 Rear brake pedal shaft 2 Side stand and its spring 3 Throttle cable 4 Front brake lever pivot 5 Clutch lever pivot ADJUSTMENT OF VALVE CLEARANCE Only check and adjust the valve clearance when the engine is cold The Standard Valve Clearance Intake Valve ...

Page 47: ...d causing slipping or loss of control Tire pressures should be kept in the standard range Adjust the tire pressures only when they are cold INSPECTION MAINTENANCE Notice The adjustment of the valve clearance will have a direct influence on the performance of the engine thus requiring strict accordance with the time interval required in the Maintenance Schedule Adjustment should be done by professi...

Page 48: ...2 Lubricate the drive chain 3 Remove the spark plug and add one teaspoon of 15 20cm3 clean engine oil into cylinder Press the start button several times to the distribute oil in the cylinder then reinstall the spark plug 4 Remove the battery Keep the battery in a proper place which will avoid freezing and direct sunlight 5 Clean and dry the motorcycle Wax the surface of the paint 6 Inflate the tir...

Page 49: ...Remove the cover and clean the motorcycle Change the engine oil if you kept your motorcycle in storage for more than four months 2 Install the battery after charging it as needed 3 Wash away the anti rust agent in fuel tank and add fresh fuel into fuel tank if applied ...

Page 50: ...e condition exists SSR will repair your vehicle at no cost to you for parts and labor If an emission related part on your vehicle is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by SSR This is your emission control system DEFECTS WARRANTY OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the vehicle owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner s manual SSR r...

Page 51: ...licable regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board for the periods specified above I COVERAGE Warranty defects shall be remedied during customary business hours at any authorized SSR dealer located within the United States of America in compliance with the Clean Air Act and applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Protect...

Page 52: ...l or exemplary arising in connection with the sale or use of or inability to use the vehicle for any purpose Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of any incidental or conse quential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you B No express emission control system warranty is given by us except as specifically set forth herein Any emission control system warranty implied by...

Page 53: ... equivalent in performance and durability may be used in the performance of any maintenance or repairs However SSR is not liable for these parts The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance Such maintenance may be performed at a service establishment or by an individual The warranty period begins on the date the motorcycle is delivered to an ultimate purchaser ...

Page 54: ...tio 12 1 Start Type Electric Starting Transmission System Chain Clutch Wet multi plate Front Brake Type Dual discs Rear Brake Type Disc brake Front Tire Specification 120 70ZR17 Rear Tire Specification 160 60ZR17 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Battery 12V 8Ah YTX9 BS Magneto Fly wheel Magneto Headlamp LED12V 13 5 7W Tail Brake Lamp LED 12V1 4 0 8W Front city Lamp LED 12V 3 6W Turn Signal Lamp LED 12V 3 6W Mete...

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