Running an engine in?

[magicmonkey]

I've just finished 1000 very restrained K's, have never gone anywhere near the red line and kept the load varied as much as was possible. So, all that general stuff you're meant to do when breaking an engine in. But, can I really now consider it properly broken in or should I still be being a bit cautious with it? I'd like nothing more than to take it for a long ride and thrash the pants off it but I'm still scared about damaging my nice new toy :p

[FJRider]

I've just finished 1000 very restrained K's, have never gone anywhere near the red line and kept the load varied as much as was possible. So, all that general stuff you're meant to do when breaking an engine in. But, can I really now consider it properly broken in or should I still be being a bit cautious with it? I'd like nothing more than to take it for a long ride and thrash the pants off it but I'm still scared about damaging my nice new toy :p

Another 140,000 km's ... then ride it like you stole it ... :corn:

[bluninja]

Owners handbook spells it out for you, if you want to follow the manufacturers guidance. Most suggest you work it just a little harder throught to 1600 kms.

My bike has just done it's 1000 and been serviced. The engine is 'loosening' up nicely...to exercise it more I have to work the lower gears on the road so I don't get taxed.

As the engine breaks in you should 'feel' like it revs a little easy, has a touch more power...and the fuel economy should improve a bit. Or perhaps that's just v-twins.

[magicmonkey]

Owners handbook spells it out for you, if you want to follow the manufacturers guidance. Most suggest you work it just a little harder throught to 1600 kms.

My bike has just done it's 1000 and been serviced. The engine is 'loosening' up nicely...to exercise it more I have to work the lower gears on the road so I don't get taxed.

As the engine breaks in you should 'feel' like it revs a little easy, has a touch more power...and the fuel economy should improve a bit. Or perhaps that's just v-twins.

Well, the gears feel a lot better than they did when I got it, other than that, it's all been a very gradual improvement so I've no idea what I might have missed! I like the idea of gradually pushing it more rather than just thrashing it :) That said though, I really do want to give it a damned good thrashing at this point! Only for a bit mind you, I'm quite a timid rider compared to most :)

[caspernz]

Just ride your new toy and don't get too concerned about breaking it. The only advice that I reckon has any merit is to vary the load on the engine, ie don't just sit on one speed and drone along.

The first oil dump should be earlier rather than later, then just enjoy your ride.

[magicmonkey]

The first oil dump should be earlier rather than later, then just enjoy your ride.

Yup, all booked in for it's first service on Thursday :) One thing I forgot about owning a bike is the amount of time/money you spend on owning the damned thing!

[Blackshear]

Yup, all booked in for it's first service on Thursday :) One thing I forgot about owning a bike is the amount of time/money you spend on owning the damned thing!

A small compromise for fun, time saving and 'freedom'.

[AllanB]

Here's a link to the most logical running in procedure for a engine I've ever read. I've used the same method. Do as YOU see fit.



http://www.919.org/breakin.htm

[magicmonkey]

A small compromise for fun, time saving and 'freedom'.

yeah, small price to pay really :) I usually regret my 'big spends' pretty quickly but this one just keeps getting better :D

[magicmonkey]

Here's a link to the most logical running in procedure for a engine I've ever read. I've used the same method. Do as YOU see fit.



http://www.919.org/breakin.htm

sweet, thanks for that :)

[Crasherfromwayback]

sweet, thanks for that :)

The heat cycles are an important thing. But really...beat the fuck out of it from day one. I've NEVER gone easy on a new engine, and after over 50 odd new bikes I've yet to fuck one due to my procedure!

[TimeOut]

Just make sure the engine is fully warmed up before working it, and I don't mean sitting idling just ride easier till warm

[scumdog]

Just make sure the engine is fully warmed up before working it, and I don't mean sitting idling just ride easier till warm

THAT is the crucial factor - wringing a cold motor will kill it fairly quickly.:yes:

[doc]

I've NEVER gone easy on a new engine, and after over 50 odd new bikes I've yet to fuck one due to my procedure!

:gob: How can you know. It's the poor sucker couple of years down the track that bears the brunt of your system. :facepalm:

[Crasherfromwayback]

:gob: How can you know. It's the poor sucker couple of years down the track that bears the brunt of your system. :facepalm:

Because due to the fact that 99% of them were race bikes, they were pulled down and inspected all the time.

[Drew]

Because due to the fact that 99% of them were race bikes, they were pulled down and inspected all the time.

GAME...

SET...

MATCH, MacDoodle!

[Drew]

:gob: How can you know. It's the poor sucker couple of years down the track that bears the brunt of your system. :facepalm:

Given the machining tolerances worked with today, the current running in process is more a fail safe for the manufacturers incase there was a human error in assembly.

If a rattle doesn't occur, or smoke start billowing in the first couple rides, give it arseholes!

[Crasherfromwayback]

Given the machining tolerances worked with today, the current running in process is more a fail safe for the manufacturers incase there was a human error in assembly.

If a rattle doesn't occur, or smoke start billowing in the first couple rides, give it arseholes!

Aye. And a lot of the brands run 'em up on a dyno before they leave the factory anyway. So if they're happy to do that to a brand spanking engine...it's good enough for me!!

[sinned]

The manufacturers method for running a motor in is about them not being sued by some dumb arse who wipes himself out when working the motor with plenty of on off throttle to bed it in. Check out this link:

http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm

[Usarka]

Ah this old chestnut :corn:

To the OP, do the scheduled oil change and go nuts. Biggest no-no for either run in method is labouring the engine in too low a gear (and keeping at cosntant speed for long periods).

[AllanB]

Ah the Motoman link.


That shit is probably responsible for worrying thousands of owners of new bikes unnecessarily!

[Owl]

over 50 odd new bikes I've yet to fuck one due to my procedure!


Because due to the fact that 99% of them were race bikes, they were pulled down and inspected all the time.

What about the other half bike?:scratch:

[Drew]

What about the other half bike?:scratch:

Shuddup you, no one else is interested in doing the math!