Break in period.
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05-10-2015, 08:26 AM
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Break in period.
Just got my 1000 mile service done on my 2015 Limited. I was wondering what peoples thoughts are on how to properly break in a new harley motor.
I followed owners manual on the first 500 miles. I actually changed the engine oil after the first 500 miles, then back to dealer for a full 1000 mile service. After that its pretty vague as to how you can run it. Am i ok to cut it loose or what.
I followed owners manual on the first 500 miles. I actually changed the engine oil after the first 500 miles, then back to dealer for a full 1000 mile service. After that its pretty vague as to how you can run it. Am i ok to cut it loose or what.
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05-10-2015, 08:31 AM
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05-10-2015, 08:45 AM
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After my 1st bike, I only buy brand-new bikes. you did the smart thing and follow the directions with a brand-new bike now.......... open her up and enjoy!
Go man go!
Just be sure to do the regular service maintenance. In my experience you can run the bike over 100,000 miles easily.
Have a blast!
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Go man go!
Just be sure to do the regular service maintenance. In my experience you can run the bike over 100,000 miles easily.
Have a blast!
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Thanks everybody. Music to my ears. Cant wait to cut it loose and listen to my new 4in Rineharts sing. Rufasim, I like the way you think, but I think I will try it myself but if I need help I will look you up. LOL Fmnunes2803 A Florida trip is definatly on my bucket list. Ride safe my brothers and sisters. Thanks
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05-10-2015, 09:01 AM
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After the first 1000 mile service, I tend to take the RPMs up slowly. Normally I'll set my shift lights at +500 RPM every 100 miles until redline is achieved. No oil leaks, white smoke and great throttle response across the range.
With the Harley, I only bumped it up +250 instead of +500 due to the 6200 redline.
With the Harley, I only bumped it up +250 instead of +500 due to the 6200 redline.
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05-10-2015, 09:20 AM
Just got my 1000 mile service done on my 2015 Limited. I was wondering what peoples thoughts are on how to properly break in a new harley motor.
I followed owners manual on the first 500 miles. I actually changed the engine oil after the first 500 miles, then back to dealer for a full 1000 mile service. After that its pretty vague as to how you can run it. Am i ok to cut it loose or what.
I followed owners manual on the first 500 miles. I actually changed the engine oil after the first 500 miles, then back to dealer for a full 1000 mile service. After that its pretty vague as to how you can run it. Am i ok to cut it loose or what.
