MOTO GUZZI Griso V1100, Workshop Manual

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GENERAL INFORMATION
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Griso V1100
1.4 RUNNING-IN
1.4.1 RUNNING-IN
Proper engine running in is essential to preserving engine life and performance over time.
Twisty roads and gradients are ideal for breaking in engine, suspension and brakes effectively.
Varying speed frequently is also recommended.
This will vary the amount of stress placed on vehicle components continuously, allowing engine parts to cool down when
less stressed.
While it is important to put a certain amount of stress on engine components during the running-in period, it is equally
important to spare the engine at this stage in the vehicle’s life.
WARNING
Top acceleration performance is only obtained after covering the first 2000 km (1243 mi).
Follow these recommendations:
•
Do not open the throttle completely when the engine is running at low speed, both during and after the running-in
period.
•
Until you have covered the first 100 km (62 mi), use the brakes gently and avoid harsh, prolonged braking. This will
help the brake pads bed in properly against the brake disc.
•
During the first 1000 km (621 mi), never exceed 5000 rpm (see table).
WARNING
After covering the first 1000 km (621 mi), perform the checks listed in the "After running-in" column
(see REGULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART) to avoid personal injury to yourself or third persons, or
vehicle damage.
•
After the first 1000 km (621 mi) and until covering 2000 km (1243 mi), drive more briskly, varying speed and using
maximum acceleration for just a few seconds, in order to ensure better component coupling; never exceed 6000
rpm (see table).
• After the first 2000 km (1243 mi) you may run the engine harder, however, without exceeding the maximum rpm
allowed (7600 rpm).
Recommended maximum rpm
Mileage km (mi)
rpm
0-1000 (621) 5000
1000-2000 (621-1243) 6000
Over 2000 (1243) 7600