Benelli BN 600 GT 2014 Maintenance Schedule
The 2014 Benelli BN 600 GT maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for oil, general maintenance, air filter, coolant, spark plugs, drive chain maintenance, brake fluid, valve clearance, tires and battery. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
600ccEngine size
54Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Benelli Official Manuals (this document covers model years 2014–2016): cdn.keeway.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil Level Check | See notes | Easy | Check engine oil level and top up if low. |
| Engine Oil & Filter Change | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months · Replace every 6,000 km · Replace every 12 months | Easy | Change engine oil and replace oil filter element. |
| Oil Filter Replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace the engine oil filter element. |
| Fuel Filter Check/Replacement | Replace every 18,000 km | Moderate | Inspect and replace the in-line fuel filter. |
| Air Filter Check/Replacement | Every 12,000 km (first at 12,000 km) · Replace every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect air filter element and replace. |
| Coolant Flush & Replacement | Every 18,000 km · Every 24 months · Replace every 18,000 km · Replace every 24 months | Easy | Drain radiator, flush cooling system, and refill with specified coolant. |
| Cooling System Leak Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check coolant level and inspect cooling circuit for leaks. |
| Spark Plug Replacement | Every 12,000 km (first at 12,000 km) · Replace every 12,000 km | Moderate | Inspect and replace spark plugs (NGK CR9E). |
| Drive Chain Maintenance | Every 500 km · Every 1 month | Easy | Clean, inspect, adjust tension, and lubricate drive chain. |
| Rear Sprocket (Crown) Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check, lubricate, and inspect the rear sprocket (crown) for wear. |
| Front Sprocket (Pinion/Retaining Washer) Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check and replace the front sprocket (pinion) and retaining washer as needed. |
| Fuel Circuit Hoses Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Replace every 36 months | Moderate | Check that fuel circuit hoses are not cracked or damaged. |
| Brake Fluid Replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 24 months · Replace every 18,000 km · Replace every 24 months | Easy | Flush and replace front and rear (and clutch, where hydraulic) hydraulic fluid. |
| Front/Rear Brake Fluid Gauge & Leak Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check the operation of the brake fluid level gauge/sight-glass and inspect for leaks. |
| Brake Pad Inspection/Replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check brake pad wear and replace if worn to the limit. |
| Chain Slider Guide Inspection (Item 15) | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check the fork/swingarm chain slide guide and replace if worn to the limit. |
| Chain Slider Guide Inspection (Item 16) | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check the second (likely rear/swingarm) chain slide guide and replace if worn to the limit. |
| Throttle (Accelerator) Grip & Cable Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check throttle grip operation, adjust cable backlash, and lubricate grip housing/cable. |
| Clutch Control Adjustment Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check clutch control function and adjust as necessary. |
| Throttle Valve Check/Adjustment | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check and adjust throttle valve. |
| Valve Clearance Inspection | Every 24,000 km | Advanced | Inspect engine valve clearance and adjust as necessary. |
| Timing (Distribution) Chain Replacement | Replace every 24,000 km | Professional | Replace the engine timing (distribution) chain. |
| Timing Chain Slides Replacement | Replace every 24,000 km | Professional | Replace the timing (distribution) chain slides/guides. |
| Timing Chain Tensioner Replacement | Replace every 24,000 km | Professional | Replace the timing (distribution) chain tensioner. |
| Steering Ring Nut & Sleeve Torque Check | Every 6,000 km | Advanced | Torque-check the steering ring nut and sleeve; adjust if necessary. |
| Steering Bearings Inspection | See notes | Moderate | Check steering head bearings; lubricate as necessary. |
| Wheel Bearings Inspection | Replace every 24,000 km | Moderate | Check front/rear wheel bearings; replace on a fixed schedule. |
| Fork Bearings Inspection/Replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) · Replace every 24,000 km | Moderate | Check and replace fork bearings as necessary. |
| Swingarm Play/Lubrication Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) | Moderate | Check swingarm operation for excessive play; lubricate. |
| Front Suspension (Fork) Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check front suspension (fork) operation and inspect for leaks. |
| Front Suspension Oil Replacement | Replace every 18,000 km | Advanced | Replace front fork suspension oil. |
| Rear Suspension Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) | Moderate | Check rear suspension function, adjustment, and inspect for leaks. |
| Wheels Inspection | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Make sure wheels are not off-centre or damaged. |
| Tire Inspection & Pressure Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check tread depth, tire condition, and inflation pressure; correct/replace as necessary. |
| Side Stand Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check side stand operation. |
| Side Stand Switch Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check side stand cut-off switch operation. |
| Instruments, Lights & Switches Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check functionality of instruments, lights, turn signals, and switches. |
| Headlight Check & Aim | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check headlight operation; adjust beam aim after any change in vehicle load/set-up. |
| Horn (Acoustic Warning) Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check horn/acoustic warning operation. |
| Instrument Cluster Function Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check instrument cluster operation. |
| Battery Connections Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check battery terminal connections. |
| Electrical System Check | Every 6,000 km | Moderate | Check electrical system operation. |
| Switchgear Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check handlebar switchgear operation. |
| Electric Cooling Fan Check | Every 6,000 km | Moderate | Check electric cooling fan operation. |
| Idle Speed & Throttle Body Sync Check | Every 6,000 km | Advanced | Check idle speed and throttle body synchronisation. |
| Fuel/CO Emissions Check & Adjustment | Every 12,000 km (first at 12,000 km) | Moderate | Check fuel mixture/CO and adjust (emissions-related check). |
| Body/Cyclist Part Fastener Torque Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check that all cycle-part nuts, bolts, and screws are sufficiently tightened. |
| Oil Sump Screws Torque Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Torque-check the oil sump/pan screws. |
| Clutch Cover (Lid) Screws Torque Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Torque-check the clutch cover (lid) screws. |
| Catalytic Converter Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Replace every 24,000 km | Moderate | Check catalytic converter for faults/leaks. |
| Evaporative Emissions Canister Check (USA Version) | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Replace every 24,000 km | Moderate | Check evaporative emissions canister for faults/leaks (USA-spec models). |
| Brake/Clutch Hose Inspection | Every 6,000 km | Moderate | Check brake and clutch hoses for faults/leaks. |
| Cables & Moving Parts Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check parts and wires subject to movement for rubbing, wear, or damage. |
| Oil Suction Filter Check/Replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 6,000 km) | Moderate | Check and replace the internal oil suction (pickup) filter/strainer. |
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