March 7th, 2012, 07:18 PM | #1 |
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Break In
What would be the best way for a new rider to break in a new bike? I've read the article by MotoMan, http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm , but it doesn't really help since I won't be able to ride the bike hard as soon as I get it.. Just riding around in a parking lot doesn't seem like a good idea according to that article, but would follow the manual's break in method I guess.
There is a motorcycle performance center here that's owned by a mechanic who breaks in motorcycles.. would that be something I should consider? As long as it doesn't cost me hundreds of dollars.. Suggestions? |
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March 7th, 2012, 08:55 PM | #3 |
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March 7th, 2012, 09:19 PM | #4 |
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I rode around deserted back roads where I wouldn't hold up traffic by only doing 35ish mph.
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March 8th, 2012, 12:42 AM | #5 |
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For the first 400KM I only brought the ninja up to 6k rpm. Then every 100km thereafter I increase my rpm by 1k. I changed oil at 500km.
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March 8th, 2012, 01:32 AM | #6 |
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The manual says to run the bike varied between hard and medium, with lots of engine braking. Mototune says to run the bike hard with lots of engine braking. It's easier to run the bike hard at lower rpms anyway. There's not nearly as much difference between the methods as people like to think. Don't be afraid to use lots of full throttle and lots of engine braking. The most important thing is probably changing the oil soon as possible. Keeping the engine revs low will inspire you to ride it harder and use more throttle if you actually want to get to your destination at a reasonable time. The only really confusing part about break-in procedures is that it's a kinda scary way to learn to ride...of course, I don't think new riders should buy brand new bikes for learning anyway.
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March 8th, 2012, 01:45 AM | #7 |
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He is getting a 650 which has ridiculous torque in the low end so I wouldn't recommend riding it hard at all, simply because it will be too much to control. The throttle on this bike is super jerky in the low gears so a steady hand is essential. Forget about breakin and just get comfortable on the bike.
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March 8th, 2012, 09:16 AM | #9 | |
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March 8th, 2012, 09:51 AM | #10 |
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There's actually a motorcycle performance store here, and the mechanic who runs it is willing to break in the bike and do an oil change+filter for $50. Said ~60-90mins to do it all. Seems reasonable? An oil change+filter is usually $30 there, so hes breaking it in for $20 it seems.. getting paid to ride a bike lol. Fun.
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March 8th, 2012, 10:15 AM | #11 |
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From what I heard, changing oil that early is a waste.. Not much metal residue is left behind from just 20miles. But then again if you have money, it's better than not doing it.
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March 8th, 2012, 10:44 AM | #12 | |
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2l of oil & a KN-401 filter are under £30 (retail price, cost's the shop less), a brand new Ninja 250 is £4650, it's not cheeky to ask for a few freebies when you're spending that sort of cash. $50 for a dyno break in sounds good, get a printout of how it's running too |
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March 8th, 2012, 10:54 AM | #13 | |
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March 8th, 2012, 08:38 PM | #14 |
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0-20km yes it will have some metal shaving.. but not as much as 20-100km. If you think getting oil change at 20km is required, might as well do it every 100km thereafter too.
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March 8th, 2012, 08:54 PM | #15 |
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Maybe I'm crazy or ignorant, but I just rode my bike like normal. I mean, I didn't redline or anything for the first 1000 miles (given the power curve, that's dumb regardless). I seriously doubt it will have a measurable impact on performance or engine life.
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March 8th, 2012, 09:24 PM | #16 |
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I never said I think you need an oil change at 20miles. I honestly don't have much knowledge about the break in process apart from what I've read. I've read alot of different articles and so was just putting it out there that some said the critical part is the first 20 miles. The mechanic that I was talking to said his method involves riding it for 20 miles in a certain way and then changing out the oil and filter. The dealer I bought the bike from said just change it at 500 miles.
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March 8th, 2012, 09:30 PM | #17 |
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I just had mine changed for the first time at 700 miles. My bike has not exploded
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March 8th, 2012, 09:31 PM | #18 |
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March 8th, 2012, 09:38 PM | #19 |
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March 9th, 2012, 09:12 PM | #20 |
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I was on the same boat as you. I did the first hundred or two at the recommended rpm, but that was mostly around the neighborhood and side streets where I could only do 25 to 30 MPH. Then someone suggested to keep it at about 6k max, which gets you up to 50 MPH, and just do an oil change or two before the 600 mark. So thats what I did, rode at 6k (50 MPH max) and did an oil change at 400, the 600. People do suggest getting it at 200, then 400, then 600, and I would suggest that too if you can. But if you cant, then do it atleast once near the 3 or 400 mark if you can. As you can see above, not doing so wont exactly blow up your bike.
Ride as fast as you need to be safe and not a hazard on the road, and change out the oil if possible. If you're brand brand new, I would suggest to do what I did, and practice a little on neighborhood streets and any slow back streets that you have. Then follow the 6k rule. Just stay away from redline pretty much though.
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March 9th, 2012, 11:07 PM | #21 |
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Just ride normally and be wary of the torque of the 650 and slippery new tires. Change the oil when the maintenance schedule comes up and your bike will be just fine. Kawasaki already ran the engine before shipping and the "brand new" bike may have a mile or two on the odometer from the dealership. Did they change the oil each time? Hell no.
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March 22nd, 2012, 05:22 AM | #22 |
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Same here. The only thing I avoided was the highway initially, but there's no way in the world I was shifting into 6th gear to go 35 mph. Take the board for the few hundred miles then ride it like you stole it.
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