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Tonckawa

07-08-2008 02:35 PM

"Official" Break-in miles

Couldn't find it so I am going to ask it. What is considered the "official" break-in as far as mileage goes. I have always thought 1,000 miles. I am currently at 833. Opinions? :2tup:

patrick_777

07-08-2008 03:06 PM

From the Red Manual page 25:

Quote:

The first 800 km (500 miles) is the most important in the life of your motorcycle. Proper operation during this breaking period will help assure maximum life and performance from your new motorcycle. The following guidelines explain proper break-in procedures.

Maximum Throttle Operation:

Initial 800 km (500 miles): Below 1/2 throttle
Up to 1600 km (1000 miles): Below 3/4 throttle

Vary the Engine Speed:

Vary the engine speed during the break-in period. This allows parts to "load" (aiding the mating process) and the "unload" (allowing the parts to cool). Although it is essential to place some stress on the engine components during break-in, you must be careful not to load the engine too much.

El Diablo

07-10-2008 03:38 PM

Just took mine into the dealer at 691 miles. They called it "600 mile service". Don't know if that is standard or just my dealer. Cost $130 and they said bring it back in at 4,000 miles.

Easy Rider

07-10-2008 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by El Diablo

Just took mine into the dealer at 691 miles. They called it "600 mile service". Don't know if that is standard or just my dealer. Cost $130 and they said bring it back in at 4,000 miles.

That's standard. You REALLY should at least glance at your owner's manual. ;)

david

09-14-2008 11:32 AM

Re: "Official" Break-in miles

wow your dealer is cheap. just bought our for my wife, it has 913 miles on it. she took it to the dealer for a quote on the 600 mile service ---350 bucks--- the guy who owns his own shop down the road ---125 bucks---. hmm wonder whos going to hose me down the road.

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