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 PositionAlternator Rotor Installation
Using a cleaning fluid, clean off any oil or dirt on the following
portions and dry them with a clean cloth.
Crankshaft Tapered Portion [A]
Alternator Rotor Tapered Portion [B]
Install the alternator rotor.
Using a cleaning fluid, clean off any oil or dirt on the
washer [A] ...
Tightening Sequence
Generally, when installing a part with several bolts, nuts,
or screws, start them all in their holes and tighten them to
a snug fit. Then tighten them according to the specified sequence
to prevent case warpage or deformation which can
lead to malfunction. Conversely when loosening the bolts,
n ...
Specifications
Connecting Rod Big End Bearing Insert Selection
Crankshaft Main Bearing Insert Selection
*: The bearing inserts for Nos. 2 and 4 journals have an oil groove,
respectively. ...
