My initial thoughts are to follow the manufacturers guidelines but I have read alot of counter arguments about a hard bedding in process for a new engine helps to seal the rings
Would you follow the manufacturers 600 miles under 6K RPM or a hard bedding in process? (motoman method)
I have had a A1P, C1h, P7f, R9 and now the 13 model all from new and always run in 4-5000 rpm for first 600 miles and then 1000 rpm for every 100 miles after that up to until I reach 10000rpm. None of my bikes have ever needed the oil topping up between services and also never had any mechanical problems.
Not saying the other method doesn't work but the above works for me.
I'm still under 6k :rofl:
I'd say from running in a 600 hornet to just keepahawk eye on the temp gauge, and stop to let the bike cool regularly if you get spirited or in busy traffic.
what sort of temp would you aim to keep it below?
Is this for your Ducati?
By the book mate - never any other way. Don't let the engine labour in gear, use the gearbox. Don't sit at a constant engine speed for ages (avoid motorways etc).
I couldnt get on with the ducati. Hadnt ridden a v twin before the test ride and i didnt love it. Took the ninja for a spin and felt right at home.
Thanks for the advise i guess at the end of the day it could void the warrantee doing it any other way.
Quote from: 636steve on September 01, 2013, 09:44:02 PM
I have had a A1P, C1h, P7f, R9 and now the 13 model all from new and always run in 4-5000 rpm for first 600 miles and then 1000 rpm for every 100 miles after that up to until I reach 10000rpm. None of my bikes have ever needed the oil topping up between services and also never had any mechanical problems.
Not saying the other method doesn't work but the above works for me.
You never keep a bike long enough to have mechanical issues! ;)
Is it at this point i mention that the engine will have already been heat and stress tested way past 4-5000 rpm in the factory? ;)
have always thrashed em
but tried to keep it out of the red
if that makes sense :huh:
I had the engine getting extremely hot in the first 10 miles and I was taking it very steady...was a hot day though. The gauge just started to rocket towards the red.
Stopped to let it cool, and it was fine afterwards.
10 full heat cycles without labouring the motor or reving its tits off.