Benelli Leoncino 250 2022 Maintenance Schedule
The 2022 Benelli Leoncino 250 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.
249ccEngine size
53Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Benelli Official Manuals (this document covers model years 2019–2024): cdn.keeway.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil Level Check | Every 500 km | Easy | Check engine oil level and top up as needed. |
| 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 | Replace engine oil and oil filter. |
| 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 | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Replace every 13,000 km | Moderate | Check and replace fuel filter as scheduled. |
| Air Filter Check/Replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Replace every 13,000 km | Easy | Inspect air filter element and replace. |
| Coolant Level Check & Top-Up | Every 500 km | Easy | Check coolant level and top up as needed. |
| Coolant Replacement | Every 13,000 km · Every 24 months · Replace every 13,000 km · Replace every 24 months | Easy | Drain, flush, and refill engine coolant. |
| Cooling System Leak Check | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Check coolant level and inspect cooling circuit for leaks. |
| Spark Plug Check/Replacement | Every 13,000 km (first at 7,000 km) · Replace every 13,000 km | Easy | Inspect and replace spark plug (NGK CR8E, gap 0.7-0.8mm, torque 15 N.m). |
| Drive Chain Maintenance | Every 500 km | Easy | Measure chain tension, check rear wheel alignment, clean and lubricate. |
| Chain Wheel (Rear Sprocket) Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check and lubricate the chain wheel (rear sprocket). |
| Pinion/Clamping Washer Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check and replace the pinion/clamping washer as needed. |
| Brake Fluid Replacement | Every 24 months · Replace every 25,000 km · Replace every 24 months | Easy | Check, top up, and replace front brake fluid (and clutch fluid where fitted). |
| Front/Rear Brake Fluid Reservoir & Leak Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check the operation of the brake fluid level gauge and make sure there are no leaks from the vehicle. |
| Rear Brake Pad Check/Replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check rear brake pad wear and replace if worn to the limit. |
| Front Brake Pad Check/Replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check front brake pad wear and replace if worn to the limit. |
| Fork Chain Slider Check/Replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check fork/swingarm chain slider for wear and replace if worn to the limit. |
| Accelerator Grip & Cable Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check operation and adjust accelerator cable backlash; lubricate accelerator grip housing and cable. |
| Clutch Control Adjustment Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Check clutch control function and adjust as necessary. |
| Throttle Valve Check/Adjustment | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check and adjust throttle valve. |
| Valve Clearance Inspection | Every 24,000 km | Easy | Inspect valve clearance and adjust if necessary. |
| Distribution (Timing) Chain Check/Replacement | Every 48,000 km · Replace every 48,000 km | Professional | Check and replace the distribution (timing) chain. |
| Distribution Chain Slides Check/Replacement | Every 25,000 km · Replace every 25,000 km | Professional | Check and replace the distribution chain slides. |
| Chain Tensioner Distribution Check/Replacement | Every 25,000 km · Replace every 25,000 km | Professional | Check and replace the distribution chain tensioner. |
| Steering Ring Nut & Sleeve Check/Adjust | See notes | Advanced | Check steering ring nut and sleeve; adjust as necessary. |
| Steering Bearings Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 13,000 km) | Moderate | Check steering head bearings are not loose or damaged. |
| Wheel Bearings Front/Back Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 13,000 km) | Moderate | Check front/rear wheel bearings; replace if necessary. |
| Fork Bearings Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 13,000 km) | Moderate | Check fork bearings for wear or looseness. |
| Swingarm Play/Lubrication Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 13,000 km) | Moderate | Check swingarm operation and excessive play; lubricate. |
| Front Suspension Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check front suspension operation and inspect for leaks. |
| Rear Suspension Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check rear suspension operation, adjust, and inspect for leaks. |
| Wheels Inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Make sure wheels are not off-centre or damaged. |
| Tire Inspection & Pressure Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check tire condition and pressure; correct/replace as necessary. |
| Side Stand Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check side stand operation. |
| Side Stand Switch Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check side stand cut-off switch operation. |
| Rear Sprocket Spring Rubber Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 13,000 km) | Moderate | Check rear sprocket cush-drive spring rubber for wear. |
| Instruments, Lights & Switches Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check functionality of instruments, lights, turn signals, and switches. |
| Headlight Check & Aim | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check headlight operation; adjust beam aim after any change in vehicle set-up. |
| Horn Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check acoustic warning (horn) operation. |
| Instrument Panel Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check instrument panel operation. |
| Battery Check/Recharge | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check battery connection and functionality; recharge as necessary. |
| Electrical System Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check electrical system function. |
| Ignition Switch Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check ignition switch operation. |
| Electric Cooling Fan Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check electric cooling fan operation. |
| ECU Parameters Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Professional | Read ECU parameters and fault memory via diagnostic tool. |
| Cyclist Part Fittings Torque Check | Every 6,000 km | Moderate | Ensure all body/frame nuts, bolts, and screws are properly tightened. |
| Oil Sump Screws Torque Check | Every 6,000 km | Moderate | Torque-check oil sump screws. |
| Clutch Cover Screws Torque Check | Every 6,000 km | Moderate | Torque-check clutch cover screws. |
| Catalytic Converter Check | Every 6,000 km | Moderate | Check catalytic converter for faults and leaks. |
| Evaporative Emissions Canister Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check evaporative emissions canister for faults and leaks. |
| Brake Hoses/Clutch Line Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Check brake hoses (and clutch line where fitted) for faults and leaks. |
| Moving Parts & Cables Check | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check parts and cables subject to movement for rubbing, wear, or damage. |
| Oil Intake Filter Check/Replacement | Every 6,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Inspect and clean/replace the intake oil-bath prefilter. |
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