Difference between revisions of "Motorcycle Break-In Procedure"

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==External Links==
==External Links==
[http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm An alternative Break-in methodology which has a large following]
[http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm An alternative Break-in methodology which has a large following]
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Revision as of 17:58, 9 March 2007

Follow the Manual

Unless you are racing the bike and have detailed experience with that particular bike the best advice is to Follow the manual.

Additional Recommendations

  • Don't let it get hot. Stay below 220 degrees F. If it hits 220, shut it down; pull over; whatever you have to do.
  • Don't let it idle.
  • Don't rev up high.
  • No high throttle settings. No WFO.
  • Very smooth throttle transitions.
  • Do not stay at same RPM for any length of time. Constantly accel/decel/switch gears.
  • Don’t Exceed:
    • 5500 RPM First 100 Miles
    • 6000 RPM Second 100 Miles
    • 6500 RPM Third 100 Miles
    • 7000 RPM Fourth 100 Miles
    • 8000 RPM Fifth 100 Miles
    • At 600 miles change the oil (often prudent to use OEM branded oil, yes they don't actually manufacture it but there's no point in voiding your warranty over your choice in oil, ask your dealer for any clarifications on this). Totally unnecessary to do prior to this, and a waste of money.
    • After oil change, ride it however you want.
    • At 2000 Miles, switch to synthetic oil.

External Links

An alternative Break-in methodology which has a large following