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SEVERELY
DAMAGE
THE
TRANSMISSION
OR
CAUSE
THE
REAR
WHEEL
TO
LOSE
TRACTION
.
CAUTION: Do not run the engine at extremely high rpms with clutch disengaged or trans-
mission in neutral. Do not idle the engine unnecessarily for more than a few minutes with
the motorcycle standing still.
An engine which has run long distances at high speed must be given closer than ordinary attention
to avoid overheating and consequent damage. Have the engine checked regularly and keep it well
tuned. Valve seating and good compression are particularly important. This applies particularly to
a sidecar motorcycle equipped with windshields, carrying heavy loads, or operating in hot weather.
WARNING: W
HEN
RIDING
ON
WET
ROADS
OR
UNDER
RAINY
CONDITIONS
,
BRAKING
EFFICIENCY
IS
GREATLY
REDUCED
AND
CAUTION
SHOULD
BE
USED
WHEN
APPLYING
THE
BRAKES
,
ACCELERATING
OR
TURNING
. T
HIS
IS
ESPECIALLY
TRUE
IMMEDIATELY
AFTER
THE
RAIN
BEGINS
AND
THE
OIL
FROM
THE
ROAD
SURFACE
COMBINES
WITH
THE
WATER
.
When descending a long, steep grade, downshift and use engine compression together with inter-
mittent application of both brakes to slow the motorcycle. Avoid continuous use of brakes to re-
duce overheating of the brakes and reduced efficiency.
While using the motorcycle in summer, pay special attention to the condition of the tires. Keep
them inflated up to pressures specified in this manual.
RUNNING IN THE NEW MOTORCYCLE
The running-in period for the motorcycle is the first 2,500 km.
Since the Ural
engine is a classic design, it is critical to observe this running-in procedure. Failure
to do so could cause engine damage and void the warranty.
During the running-in period, a new motorcycle requires the most careful attention. In the course
of this period, do not overload the machine. Avoid traveling on freeways and climbing steep hills.
Do not race the engine or overheat it at any time. Vary the throttle setting frequently, so as to avoid
constant RPMs. Allow the new engine frequent rest periods for cooling down.
