Benelli 302R User Manual

The engine oil should be between the minimum
and maximum level marks.
NOTICE
19 - 20
The spark plug is an important engine component,
which should be checked periodically, preferably by
a dealer. Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, it should be removed and
checked in accordance with the periodic
maintenance. In addition, the condition of the spark
plug can reveal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the center electrode
of the spark plug should be a medium-to-light tan
(the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally).
If the spark plug shows a distinctly different color, the
engine could be operating improperly. Do not attempt
to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, have a
dealer check the vehicle.
If the spark plug shows signs of electrode erosion
and excessive carbon or other deposits, it should be
replaced.
Before installing a spark plug, the spark plug gap
should be measured with thickness gauge and, if
necessary, adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its
mating surface, and then wipe off any grime from
the spark plug threads.
CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG
The engine oil level should be checked before each
ride. In addition, the oil must be changed at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
ENGINE OIL
1. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes,
and then turn it off.
TO CHECK THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes,
and then turn it off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the
used oil.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap and the engine
oil drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase.
4. Install the washer and the engine oil drain bolt,
and then tighten the drain bolt to the specified
torque.
5. Refill with the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and then install and tighten
the oil filler cap.
TO CHANGE THE ENGINE OIL
GAP
Type
Gap
NGK CR8E
or
TORCH B8R/CR8E
0.7 - 0.8mm
2. Wait a few minutes until the oil settles.
3. Hold the vehicle vertically.Inspect the engine oil
level through the engine oil level lens on the right
side on the engine.
4. If the engine oil is below the minimum level mark,
add sufficient oil of the recommended type to refill it
to the correct level.
Type
Capacity
Full synthetic oil
SJ10W-50 or SN 15W-50
2.7 L ± 0.05L

Benelli 302R Specifications

Engine Specifications

maximum torque	27.4 N.m/9000 r/min
bore × stroke	ø65.0×45.2
displacement	265 MN-A
compression ratio	11.5:1
maximum power	28 kW/11000 r/min

Tires

front tire	110/70-R17
rear tire	150/60-R17

Fuel and Ignition

fuel tank capacity	14 L
fuel type	Regular unleaded gasoline
ignition system type	TLI

Brakes

front brake type	Disk Brake
rear brake type	Disk Brake

Weight and Dimensions

length	2150 mm
width	745 mm
height	1115 mm
wheelbase	1410 mm
dry weight	188 kg