HEINKEL Tourist, Owner'S Manual

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RUNNING–IN INSTRUCTIONS UP TO 1200 MILES
The running–in period is of vital importance to the future life and the reliability of your Scooter.
During this time, when all moving parts have to bed down, the throttle should not be opened fully,
except for very brief periods. Start the Scooter with slightly opened throttle and take care not to
exceed the running–in speeds given below:
For the first 600 miles
1st gear up to 12 m.p.h.
2nd gear from 12 to 20 m.p.h.
3rd gear from 20 to 30 m.p.h.
4th gear from 30 to 45 m.p.h.
These are maximum running–in speeds which should not be maintained over long periods, but
engine, gearbox and rear wheel drive are best run–in at varying speeds within these limits,
therefore, open and close the throttle gradually. The engine speed, when the throttle twist grip is
closed, must not be too high. When climbing, change down to a lower gear in good time in order
to avoid a sudden drop of engine speed. The engine should always turn freely, and never labour.
Do not race the engine when the Scooter is stationary. After the first 600 miles, you can gradually
increase your speeds, but we recommend not to drive at fast speeds, over long distances, until
you have done 1200 miles, when your Scooter is fully run–in. Avoid carrying a pillion passenger
during the running–in period.