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STOPPING THE MOTORCYCLE
For maximum deceleration, close the throttle (A) and apply both front and
rear brakes. Disengage the clutch as the motorcycle comes to a stop. Inde-
pendent use of the front or rear brake may be advantageous under certain
conditions.
Downshift progressively as speed is reduced to ensure good engine response
when you want to accelerate.
(A)
RIDING DURING THE BREAK-IN PERIOD
A break-in period is necessary to ensure a smooth operation and obtain an
optimum engine and the transmission responses. During the first hour or 20
km of operation, run the engine at low and moderate speeds and revolutions
per minute (RPM).
NOTE
The slow riding necessary during the break-in period may cause carbon
deposits to build up on the spark plug and foul it. If inspection of the
spark plug shows this to be the case, replace the standard spark plug
with another of a higher heat range.
Perform the break-in period following these steps:
1. Start the engine and let it run at idle until the engine is warm.
2. Stop and let the engine cool completely.
3. Start the engine and ride for 10 minutes at moderate speed -NEVER ACCE-
LERATE HARD.
4. Stop and let the engine cool completely. Be sure to check and adjust chain
slack and spoke tightness and cxarry out a general inspection.
5. Start the engine and ride for 20 minutes at moderate speed. - NEVER AC-
CELERATE HARD.
6. Stop and let the engine cool completely. Check and adjust as needed (Re-
fer to the table of adjustments).
7. Install the parts removed.
8. Fill the radiator with the recommended coolant. Before starting the mo-
torcycle, bleed the air from the cooling system.
9. Start the engine and ride for 30 minutes at moderate speed.
10. Stop and let the engine cool completely. Check and adjust.
11. After the break-in procedure has been properly carried out, the mo-
torcycle is ready for regular operation.
CAUTION
However, avoid accelerating recklessly that can lead to engine failure. Be
careful to use the necessary skills and techniques while operating the mo-
torcycle.
NOTE
After the break-in period, install a new set of standard spark plugs.
