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SECTION 3 - OPERATION
Break-in recommendations
The first 1,600 km of riding are the most important in the life
of your motorcycle. Proper break-in operation during this time
will help ensure you receive the maximum life and
performance from your new motorcycle. Proper break-in
operation allows the machined surfaces to polish each other
and mate smoothly.
Your motorcycle’s reliability and performance depend on
special care and restraint exercised during the break-in period.
It is especially important that you avoid operating the engine
in a manner which could expose the engine parts to excessive
heat.
The following guidelines should be followed during the break-
in period:
Maximum throttle operation:
Initial 800 km: Less than 1/2 throttle
Up to 1,600 km: Less than 3/4 throttle
Vary the engine speed:
The engine speed should be varied and not held at a constant
rate for long periods of time. This allows the parts to be "loaded"
with pressure, and then unloaded, allowing the parts to cool.
This aids in the mating process of the engine and transmis-
sion components.
It is essential that some stress be placed on these
components during break-in to allow for this mating process.
Do not, however, apply excessive load on the motorcycle's
drive line.
Avoid constant low speed:
Operating the engine at constant low speed (light load) can
cause parts to glaze and not seat in properly. Allow the
engine to accelerate freely through the gears, without
exceeding the recommended throttle openings.
Avoid using full throttle for the first 1,600 km. The initial
service:
Observe your first and most critical service. The 1,000 km initial
service is the most important service in the life of your
motorcycle. During the break-in period all of the engine
components will have worn in and all of the other parts will
have seated in, so adjustments will be required. All fasteners
will be tightened, and the contaminated engine oil will be
replaced.
NOTE: Completion of the 1,000 km initial service will
help you obtain the optimum service life and
performance from your motorcycle. Do not delay in
having this service performed once your motorcycle
reaches this mileage.
