The first 1 600 km (1 000 mi) that the motorcycle is ridden is designated as the break-in period. If the motorcycle is not used carefully during this period, you may very well end up with a “broken down” instead of a “broken in” motorcycle after a few thousand kilometers.
The following rules should be observed during the break-in period.
NOTE
When operating on public roadways, keep maximum speed under traffic low limits.
| WARNING New tires are slippery and may cause loss of control and injury. A break-in period of 160 km (100 miles) is necessary to establish normal tire traction. During break-in, avoid sudden and maximum braking and acceleration, and hard cornering. |
In addition to the above, at 1 000 km (600 mi) it is extremely important that the owner has the initial maintenance service performed by a competent mechanic following the procedures in the Service Manual.
Front Footpeg PositionAxle Inspection
Remove the front and rear axles (see Front/Rear Wheel
Removal).
Visually inspect the front and rear axle for damages.
If the axle is damaged or bent, replace it.
Place the axle in V blocks that are 100 mm (3.94 in.) [A]
apart, and set a dial gauge [B] on the axle at a point
halfway ...
Idle Speed Control Valve Actuator Input Voltage Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the idle speed control valve actuator connector
and connect a suitable measuring leads [A] between
these connectors as shown in the figure.
Main Harness [B]
Idle Speed Control Valve Actua ...
Windshield
Windshield Removal
Remove:
Bolts [A] and Washers
Windshield [B]
Windshield Installation
Be sure to install the wellnuts [A] and the washers.
Tighten:
Torque - Windshield Mounting Bolts: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kgf·m,
11 in·lb)
...
