BIMOTA TESI H2

1IO.PV.02 _Assembly and preparation manual Tesi H2 Rev1_18-10-2022

Foreword
For so special bike we decide to delivery also
if not so efficiency nearly fully assembled but
good setup procedures can prevent needlesswarranty claims and give customers a greater
sense of confidence in Bimota and their
Bimota Dealers. This Assembly andPreparation Manual explains step by step
procedures of the following items for all
Bimota TESI H2.
1. Uncrating
2. Preparation
The selling dealer assumes sole responsibility for any unauthorized modifications prior tosale. Refer to your Service Binder for any Service Bulletins specifying Factory Directed
Modifications (Special Claims) which must be
performed before the vehicle is ready for sale.
Whenever you see the following symbols
heed their instructions! Always follow safe
operating and maintenance practices.

DANGERDANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result indeath or serious injury.

WARNINGWARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.

NOTICENOTICE is used to address practices
not related to personal injury.

NOTE○ NOTE indicates information that may help or
guide you in the operation or service of thevehicle.

Bimota spa accepts no liability for any
inaccuracies or omissions in this publication,although every possible measure has beentaken to make it as complete and accurate aspossible. All procedures and specifications
subject to change without notice.

©2022 Bimota spa

Oct.,2022
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Table of Contents
Uncrating .................................................................................................................. 4
Opening Crate...........................................................................................................4Parts Check ..............................................................................................................10Preparation ..............................................................................................................14
Battery Service..........................................................................................................14
Engine Oil(4-stroke) .................................................................................................17
Coolant .....................................................................................................................18
Drive Chain...............................................................................................................20Brakes .....................................................................................................................21
Suspension system ..................................................................................................23Wheels ....................................................................................................................27
Headlight ................................................................................................................28
Remove anticorrosive treatments .………………………………........................................293

Uncrating
Opening Crate
WARNING

Crates have sharp edges and may havenails or screws that can cause cuts andinjury. Always wear protective gloves,boots and eye protection whenuncrating to prevent injury.

Figure 1 Screwdriver

WARNING

The steel crate panel plates and fasteners have sharp edges. Always wear
protective gloves, boots and eye
protection when uncrating to prevent
injury.

Figure 2 Torx wrench adapter

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2. Then it is the turn of the small panels: thecase looks like in the image on the side.
3) The wooden frame is connected withscrews to the side panels in the points
identified by the arrows and therefore toopen the case you need to unscrew thesescrews.

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4. Then unscrew the screws thatconnect the wooden frame to thebase of the crate.

65) Then remove the bubble wrap filmthat wraps the bike.

76) The 4 anchoring straps areremoved, 2 per wheel.

8Inside the case, in addition to theunit itself, there’s the kit supplied by
Bimota which consists in the Arrowtitanium exhaust, the Bimota bikes
cover , the Tesi main stand , the tool
to adjust eccentric of footrest andseat eight

To open safely the wooden caseyou need a Phillips screwdriver.
1) The top panel is the first that has
to be removed by unscrewing thescrews on all edges.

9Parts Check•Open the parts box, and check the parts against the illustrations.
NoQty

Part Name

1

Titanium exhaust system

12

Tesi main stand rear wheel

13

Tesi main stand front/rear wheel

1

4Bike cover

1

5

Eccentric tool adjuster

1

6

Front wheel disassembly tool1

Titanium exhaust system
10Tesi main stand rear wheel

Tesi main stand fornt/rear wheel
11Bike cover

Eccentric tool adjuster
12

Front wheel disassembly tool13

Preparation
Battery Service

The battery used in this motorcycle is a sealed
type and never needs to be refilled. Follow theprocedure for activating a new battery to ensure
the best possible battery performance.

SeatThe seat need to be removed toreach the battery.

BWARNING

The muffler quickly becomesvery hot soon after the engine
isstarted and can cause
serious burns. To avoid burns,
be careful not to touch themuffler when op- erating theseat lock.

A

A.Left screws
B. Rear screw• Unscrew the 7 screws (3 left side, 3 right side, 1 rear) and remove upper body

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A. Fuse
B. Battery
C. Rubber support
D. Dignostic connector
E. Starting relay

The battery installed in this motorcycle is sealed type, so it is not necessary to check the battery
electrolyte level or add distilled water. Connect the positive (+) cable to the Positive (+) terminal,and black cable to the negative (-) terminal.

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Battery Maintenance
It is the owner's responsibility to keep the battery fully
charged. Failure to do so can lead to battery failure andleave you stranded.
If you are riding your vehicle infrequently, inspect thebattery voltage weekly using a voltmeter. If it drops
below 12.8 volts, the battery should be charged using
an appropriate charger (check with your Bimotadealer). If you will not be using the motorcycle forlonger than two weeks, the battery should be charged
using an appropriate recharger. Do not use an
automotive type quick charger that may over-charge
the battery and damage it.
NOTE○

Leaving the battery connected causes theelectrical components (clock etc.) To makethe battery discharged, resulting theoverdischarge of the battery. In this case,the repair or replacement of the battery is
not included in the warranty. If you do not
drive for four weeks or more, disconnect
the battery from the vehicle.

NOTICE
Installing the negative (–) cable tothe positive (+) terminal of thebattery or the positive (+) cable tothe negative (–) terminal of thebattery can seriously damage theelectrical system.

Battery Charging
Charge the battery following the instructions of your battery charger.
The charger will keep the battery fully charged until you are ready toreinstall the battery in the motorcycle (see Battery Installation).

Clean the battery using a solution of baking soda and water.
Be sure that the cable connections are clean. Put a light coat ofgrease on the terminals to prevent corrosion.
Cover the positive (+) terminal with the red cap ed install seat.

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Engine Oil
Oil Level Inspection•If the engine is cold, start theengine and run it for several
minutes at idle speed.
Stop the engine, then wait
several minutes until the oilsettles.

•NOTICE
Racing the engine before the oilreaches every part can cause engine seizure.

•Check the engine oil level throughA.Oil Level Inspection Window
B.Oil Filler Cap
C.Upper LevelLine
D.Lower Level Line•If the oil level is too high, remove the excess oilthe oil level inspection window.

through the oil filler opening using a syringe orWith the motorcycle held level,some other suitable device.

the oil level should come up
between theupper and lower

level lines next to the oil level•If the oil level is too low, add oil to reach thecorrect level. Use the same type and brand ofoil that is already in the engine.

inspection window.

•When installing the oil filler cap,
replace its O-ring with a new one.
Oil and/or Oil FilterChange•The oil change and oil filter
replacement should be done by
an authorized Bimota dealer.

A.Engine Oil DrainBolt
B.Oil Filter
Tightening TorqueEngine Oil Drain Bolt:
25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18 ft·lb) Oil
Filter:17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 13 ft·lb)
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Recommended Engine Oil
Type:
API SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM with
JASO
MA, MA1 or MA2
rating Viscosity:
SAE 10W-40

Although 10W-40 engine oil is therecommended oil for most conditions, the oilviscosity may need to be changed toaccommodate atmospheric conditions in yourriding area.

NOTE○Do not add any chemical additives
to the oil. Oils fulfilling the above
re-quirements are fully formulated
and provide adequate lubrication
for both the engine and the clutch.
Engine Oil Capacity
3.9 L (4.1 US qt)[when filter is not removed]
4.4 L (4.7 US qt)[when filter is removed]

Coolant
Coolant Level Inspection•Position the motorcycle so that it
is perpendicular to the ground•Check the coolant level throughthe coolant level gauge on thereserve tank located to thebehind of the right middle fairing.
Should be between the F (Full)and L (Low) level lines.

A.F (Full) Level Line
B.L (Low) Level Line
C.Reserve Tank

•If the amount of coolant is insufficient,
add coolant into the reserve tank.
Coolant Filling•Remove the tank cap.

A. Tank cap•Remove the cap from the reservetank and add coolant through thefill- er opening to the F (Full) levelline.
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Coolant Requirement
WARNING

Coolant containing corrosion inhibitors for aluminum engines
and radiators include harmful
chemicals
for human body.
Drinking coolant can result inserious injury or death. Use
coolant in accordance with theinstructions of the manufacturer.
Use a permanent type ofantifreeze (soft water and ethylene
glycol plus corrosion and rust
inhibitor chemicals for aluminumengines and radiators) inthe
cooling system. On the mixture ratio of coolant, choose the suitableone
referring to the relation
between freez- ing point andstrength directed on the container.

NOTICE

If hard water is used in thesystem,
it causes scale
accumulation in thewaterpassages,
and considerably
reduces the efficiency of thecooling system.
NOTE○A permanent type of antifreeze
isinstalled in the cooling system
whenshipped. It is mixed at 50% andhas the freezing point of–35°C(–31°F).

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Drive Chain
Drive Chain Lubrication
Lubrication is necessary after riding through rain or on wet roads, or any timethat the chain appears dry.
Use a lubricant for sealed chains toPrevent deterioration of chain seals. If the chain is especially dirty, clean it using acleaner for sealed chains following the instructions supplied by the chain cleaner
manufacturer.

•Apply lubricant to the sides of the Rollers so that it will penetrate to the Rollers andbushings.
Apply lubricant to the seals so that the seals will be coated with lubricant. Wipeoff any excess lubricant.
Wipe off any lubricant that gets on the tire surface.

Drive Chain Slack Inspection
Set the motorcycle up on its side stand.
Clean the chain if it is dirty, and lubrificate.

••Rotate the rear wheel to find the position where the chain is tightest, andMeasure the maximum chain slack by pulling up and pushing down the chain
midway between the engine sprocket and rear wheel sprocket.

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A. Chain SlackIf the drive chain is too tight or
too loose, adjust it so that thechain slack is within the standardvalue.

•Drive Chain SlackStandard: 25~35mm (1~1.35in.)Drive Chain Slack Adjustment
Loosen the rear wheel axle

•Adjust left and right chain bolt toRealize the right tigh of chain•Check that the mark on thechain adjuster are at the same
position on the left and right side
Rotate the wheel, measure thechain slack again at the tightest
position,and readjust if
necessary.
Rotate both chain adjuster
bolts to get right alignment ofwheel.

••

WARNINGA loose clamp bolt can lead to an
accident resulting in serious injury
or death. Tighten the clamp bolts tothe proper torque.

• Check the rear brake (see BrakesCA

B

A.Chain Adjuster Bolt
B.Chain Adjuster
C.Marks
WARNING
Misalignment of the wheel will result in abnormal wear, and may
result in an unsafe riding condition.
Align the rear wheel using themarks on the swingarmormeasuring the distance between
the center of the axle and swingarm pivot.

section in this chapter).

BrakesIf you feel there is something
wrong when applying the brakes,
have the brake system checked byanauthorized Bimota dealer
immediately.
Brake Fluid Level Inspection
With the brake fluid reservoirs held
horizontal, the brake fluid levelmust be kept between the upperand lower level lines.

WARNING
Air in the brake lines diminish
braking performance and cancause an accident resulting in injury or death. If the brake lever orpedal feels mushy when it is applied, there might be air in thebrake lines or the brake may be
defective. Have the brake checked
immediately by an authorized
Bimota dealer.

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Brake Pad Wear Inspection
Inspect the brakes for wear. F or front discbrake caliper, if the thickness of either padlining is less than 1 mm (0.04 in.), replace bothpads in the caliper as a set. Pad replacement
should be done by an authorized Bimota
dealer.

A.Front Brake Fluid Reservoir
B.Upper LevelLine
C.Lower Level Line

A.Rear Brake Fluid Reservoir
B.Upper LevelLine
C.Lower Level Line

A.Front Brake Pads
B.Pad Lining
C. 1 mm (0.04 in.)For rear disc brake caliper, if the thickness ofeither pad lining including back plate is lessthan 4.5 mm (0.18 in.), replace both pads in thecaliper as a set. Pad replacement should bedone by an authorized Bimota dealer•If the fluid level is lower than the lower

level line it may indicate that the fluid isleaking. In this case, have the brake systeminspected by an authorized Bimota dealer.

Brake Light Switches
Brake Light Switch Inspection
Turn the ignitions witch on.
The brake light should go on when
the front brake is applied and or therear brake is applied.
I fit does not, ask your authorized
Bimota dealer to inspect the front
Brake lights witch and or the rear brakelight switch.

A.Rear Brake Pads
B.Pad Lining
C.Back Plate D. 4.5 mm (0.18in.)••22Suspension System
Front shock absorber

There is no mounting instruction because the original Bimota setting is given asfor this shock absorber.
Öhlins can accept the overhaul of yourshock absorber at your cost. However, if thesetting parts of the absorberis changed, it shall be excluded from Bimota
warranty.
Spring Preload Adjustment
The adjuster is located above the muffler.
Standard2mm
In from the fully seated position(turned fully clockwise).
Turn the adjuster clockwise to increasespring preload••Turn the adjuster counterclockwise to
decrease spring preload

A. Spring Preload Adjuster

Rebound Damping Force Adjustment
The adjuster is located at the upper endof the rear shock absorber.
Standard
14 clicks
Out from the fully seated position(turned fully clockwise).

•Turn the adjuster clockwise withhexagonal wrench to increasedamping
force.
NOTICEDo not turn the adjuster
beyondthe fully seatedposition or theadjustingmechanism may be damaged.

A. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster

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Compression Damping Force Adjustment
The adjuster is located at the upper end ofthe rear shock absorber.
Standard
12 clicks
Out from the fully seated position(turned fully clockwise).

•Turn the adjuster clockwise withhexagonal wrench to increasedamping
force.
NOTICEDo not turn the adjuster
beyondthe fully seatedposition or theadjustingmechanism may be damaged.

There is no mounting instruction be- cause
the original Bimota setting is given as for thisshock absorber.
Öhlins can accept the overhaul of yourshock absorber at your cost. However, if thesetting parts of the absorberis changed, it shall be excluded from Bimota
warranty.
Spring Preload Adjustment
The adjuster is located above the muffler.
Standard
2mm
In from the fully seated position(turned fully clockwise).

•Turn the adjuster clockwise to increasespring preload•Turn the adjuster counterclockwise todecrease spring preload
NOTICEDo not turn the adjuster beyond
the fully seated position or theadjusting mechanism may bedamaged.
AA. compression Damping Force Adjuster

Rear Shock Absorber
WARNINGthe Öhlins TTX36• Adjusting
shock absorber outside the•spring preload and damper adjuster usable range could effectsuspension balance and resultin an unsafe riding condition.
Adjust the spring preload andthe damping only within the adjustable usable range.
When making spring preload
anddampingadjustments,change the adjuster only one
click at a time and confirm theeffect from the adjustment before
makingadditionalchanges. Go back to the standard setting if necessary.

A. Spring Preload Adjuster
Rebound Damping Force Adjustment
The adjuster is located at the upper
end of the rear shock absorber.
Standard
14 clicks
Out from the fully seated position (turnedfully clockwise).

•Turn the adjuster clockwise to increase damping force.
•Turn the adjuster counterclockwise
to decrease damping force.

NOTICEDo not turn the adjuster beyond
the fully seated position or theadjusting mechanism may bedamaged.

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Front shock absorber Damping Force Settings
Softest setting
limitStandard

Hardest setting
limit

Rebound

22 clicks**

14 clicks**

0*Compression

22 clicks**

12 clicks**

0*

Weak

←→

StrongSetting

Soft

←→

HardLoadLight←→

HeavyRoad

Good

←→

SpeedLow←→

BadHigh

Adjuster Position:Damping Force*: This position is the fully seated position (turned fullyclockwise).
**: Out from the fully seated position (turned fully clockwise). This adjustment range
may not exactly match the number shown in the table due to small tolerance of production.

NOTICEDo not exceed 25 clicks or the adjusting mechanism may be damaged.

Front Shock Absorber Spring Preload Setting

Softest setting limit

Standard

Hardest setting limit

02 mm8 mm

Spring Action

Weak

←→

StrongSetting

Soft

←→

HardLoad

Light

←→

HeavyRoad

Good

←→

SpeedLow←→

BadHigh

Adjuster Position

25Rear shock absorber Damping Force Settings
Softest setting limit
Adjuster Position:

Standard

Hardest setting limit

Rebound

22 clicks**12 clicks**

0*Compression

22 clicks**

14 clicks**

0*Damping Force

Weak

←→

StrongSetting

Soft←→HardLoadLight←→HeavyRoadGood←→

SpeedLow←→BadHigh*: This position is the fully seated position (turned fullyclockwise).
**: Out from the fully seated position (turned fully clockwise). This adjustment range
may not exactly match the number shown in the table due to small tolerance of production.

NOTICEDo not exceed 25 clicks or the adjusting mechanism may be damaged.

Rear Shock Absorber Spring Preload Setting

Adjuster Position
Spring Action

Softest setting limit

Standard

Hardest setting limit

02 mm

8 mm

Weak

←→

StrongSetting

Soft

←→

HardLoadLight←→

HeavyRoadGood

←→

Speed

Low

←→

BadHigh26

Wheels
Tire Pressure Inspection
Remove the air valve cap.
Check the tire pressure often,
using an accurate gauge.
Make sure to install the air valve cap
securely.

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NOTE

○Measure the tire pressure when
the tires are cold (that is, whenthe motorcycle has not beenridden more than1.6 km(1mile)
during the past 3 hours).

○Tire pressure is affected by changes inambient temperature and altitude,and so the tire pressure should bechecked and adjusted when your riding
involves wide variations in temperatureor altitude.
Front

250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)

Rear

290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)

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Headlight
Headlight aiming should be done by an authorized Bimota dealer.
Horizontal Adjustment
The headlight beam is adjustablehorizontally. If not properly adjusted

horizontally, the beam will point to one side rather than straight ahead.

•Turn the horizontal adjuster in or out until the beam points straight ahead.

A.Horizontal Adjuster
B.Vertical Adjuster
Vertical Adjustment
The headlight beam is adjustable vertically. If adjusted too low, neither low
nor high beam will illuminate the road far enough ahead. If adjusted too high,the high beam will fail to illuminate the road close ahead, and the low beam
will blind oncoming drivers.

•Turn the vertical adjuster in or out to adjust the headlight vertically.

A. 50 mm (2.0 in.)B. Center ofBrightest Spot C. 7.6m (25 ft)
D. Height of Headlight
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Cleaning from anticorrosive treatments

Clean the front and rear brake discs,
swingarm, plate, right footrest support andleft footrest support using alkaline solvent.

WARNINGAn anticorrosive treatment applied tothe brake discs will increase braking
distance and can cause an accident
resulting in serious injury or death.
Remove the anticorrosive treatmentusing an oilless solvent.

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