Beta Motard M4 User manual
Motard M4
Service Manual
Holtvej 8-10, Høruphav, 6470 Sydals
Telefon: +45 73 15 11 00
Fax: +45 73 15 11 01
CVR: 27 73 31 07
www.betamotor.dk
Juli 2011
81 GB
ALP 4.0 - MOTARD M4
Thanks for you preference, and have a good time! This hand-
book contains the information you need to properly operate and
maintain your motorcycle.
The data and specifications provided in this manual does not constitute an
engagement on the part of BETAMOTOR S.p.A. BETAMOTOR reserves the
right to make any changes and improvements to its models at any moment
and without notice.
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IMPORTANT
We recommend you to check all the tightenings after the first one
or two hours’ ride over rough ground. Special attention should
be paid to the following parts:
•rear sprocket
•footrest supports
•front / rear brake caliper
•mudguard bracket
•engine bolts
•shock absorber bolts
•wheel spokes
•rear frame
•oil tank joints on frame
IMPORTANT
For any servicing requirements, please get in contact with
Betamotor’s authorized service network.
CONTENTS
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Operating instructions .......................................................................... 85
Ecologic guide .................................................................................... 85
Riding safety ...................................................................................... 86
CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................... 87
Vehicle identification data ..................................................................... 88
Delivery ............................................................................................ 88
Load ................................................................................................. 89
Tyres ................................................................................................. 89
Familiarizing with your vehicle ............................................................... 91
Keys and locks ................................................................................... 92
Ignition switch / Steering lock ............................................................... 92
Helmet lock........................................................................................ 92
Instrument panel and controls................................................................. 93
LCD................................................................................................... 94
Specifications ................................................................................... 102
Wiring diagrams .............................................................................. 106
Electrical devices .............................................................................. 108
CHAPTER 2 OPERATION .............................................................. 111
Checks and maintenance operations before and after off-road use ............. 112
Recommended lubricants .................................................................... 112
Running-in ........................................................................................ 113
Starting the engine ............................................................................ 114
Shutting off the engine ....................................................................... 115
Refuelling......................................................................................... 116
CHAPTER 3 CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE ................................. 117
Motor oil level check .......................................................................... 118
Motor oil and oil filter substitution .......................................................... 120
Fume collecting tube .......................................................................... 124
Brake pump oil - Bleeding the brakes .................................................... 124
Fork oil............................................................................................ 128
Air filter ........................................................................................... 129
Spark plug ....................................................................................... 130
Brakes ............................................................................................ 131
Carburetor ....................................................................................... 132
Battery ............................................................................................ 132
Removing the plastics ......................................................................... 133
Notes for cross-country ........................................................................ 137
Final transmission group substitution ....................................................... 138
Cleaning and checking the vehicle ....................................................... 140
Checks after cleaning ......................................................................... 140
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Scheduled maintenance ..................................................................... 141
Prolonged inactivity ........................................................................... 142
After prolonged inactivity ..................................................................... 142
CHAPTER 4 ADJUSTMENTS ......................................................... 143
Adjusting the brakes .......................................................................... 144
Adjusting the clutch............................................................................ 144
Rear shock absorber regulation ............................................................. 145
Adjusting the slow running .................................................................. 145
Adjusting the throttle play .................................................................... 145
Checking and adjusting the steering play .............................................. 146
Tensioning the chain .......................................................................... 147
Adjusting the headlight ....................................................................... 148
CHAPTER 5 REPLACEMENTS ........................................................ 149
Replacing the front brake pads ............................................................. 150
Replacing the rear brake pads .............................................................. 152
Replacing the bulbs ALP ...................................................................... 153
Replacing the bulbs MOTARD............................................................... 154
Replacing the turn indicator bulbs ......................................................... 155
CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 157
INDEX ........................................................................................... 159
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
•The vehicle must be accompanied by: number-plate, registration document, tax
disc and insurance.
•Do not carry any animals or objects which are not securely fastened to the vehicle,
or exceed the vehicle’s overall dimensions or the maximum load specified by the
manufacturer.
•Riding without a crash helmet is forbidden.
•Any modifications of the engine or other parts resulting in a power and/or speed
increase are punishable by severe sanctions including the confiscation of the vehi-
cle.
•To protect your safety and that of others, always wear a crash helmet and adopt a
safe riding conduct.
WARNING
Any modifications and tampering with the vehicle during the warranty period
exempt the manufacturer from all responsibility and invalidate warranty.
ECOLOGIC GUIDE
•Each vehicle powered by an internal combustion engine produces varying quanti-
ties of acoustic and atmospheric pollution based on the riding style adopted.
•The abatement of noise and air pollution levels is the duty of everybody. Avoid full-
throttle starts, sudden acceleration and abrupt braking. This will reduce noise emis-
sion as well as the wear and tear of the tyres and mechanical parts, and will also
allow a considerable reduction in fuel consumption.
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RIDING SAFETY
•Observe the Highway Code.
•Always put on and fasten a homologated helmet.
•Always keep the crash helmet visor clean.
•Avoid wearing garments with hanging ends.
•Do not keep sharp or brittle objects in your pockets while riding.
•Be sure to adjust in the right way the rearview mirrors.
•Always ride in a seated position, with both hands on the handlebars and both feet
on the footrests.
•Always pay attention and do not allow anything to distract you while riding.
•Do not eat, drink, smoke, use a mobile phone, etc. while riding.
•Do not wear headphones to listen to music while riding.
•Never ride abreast with other vehicles.
•Do not tow and avoid being towed by other vehicles.
•Always keep a safe distance from other vehicles.
•Do not sit on the vehicle when it is on its stand.
•Do not start off while the vehicle is on its stand.
•Do not pull out the stand when the vehicle is facing downhill.
•Avoid swaying and wheelies as they are extremely dangerous for your own and
other people’s safety as well as for your vehicle.
•Always apply both brakes on dry roads with no gravel and sand. Using one brake
may be dangerous and cause uncontrolled skidding.
•To reduce the braking distance, always apply both brakes.
•On wet roads, ride at moderate speed and be very careful, especially when
applying the brakes.
•Do not start the engine in closed places.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Vehicle identification data
Delivery
Load
Tyres
Familiarizing with your vehicle
Keys and locks
Ignition switch / Steering lock
Crash helmet lock
Instrument panel and controls
LCD
Specifications
Wiring diagram
Electrical devices
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA
Frame identification data A are stamped
on the right side of the steering head tube.
FRAME IDENTIFICATION
Engine identification data B are stamped
in the area shown in the figure.
WARNING:
Tampering with the identification numbers
is severely punished by law.
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION
DELIVERY
•The vehicle is supplied ready for use. However, it is advisable to conduct a few
simple checks before riding:
- Check the tyre pressures (when first
refuelling).
- Check the oil level in the engine.
•The following items are supplied as
standard and are contained in a plas-
tic envelope placed in a compartment
under the saddle: operation and main-
tenance manual, tool kit (ignition span-
ner, double-function screwdriver).
A
B
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LOAD
•Maximum load (rider + passenger + load): 340 kg.
•To avoid to let the vehicle be unstable, do not carry bulky or heavy objects.
•Do not carry objects that stick from the vehicle or cover the lighting and signalling
devices.
TYRES
WARNING:
For your riding safety, frequently check the
tyres.
•Keep the tyre pressures within the pre-
scribed range.
•Check the tyre pressures every other
week.
•Always measure the inflating pressures
when the tyres are cold.
pressure is too low
pressure is correct
pressure is too high
TYRES ALP 4.0
TYRE
Size
Pressure kg/cm2
REAR
(140/80-18) 70R
or (130/80-18) 66R
1,8
FRONT
(90/90-21)
54R
1,5
TYRES MOTARD M4
TYRE
Size
Pressure kg/cm2
REAR
(150/60-17)
66R
2,2
FRONT
(120/70-17)
54R
2,0
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