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Old Mar 21, 2022 | 06:32 PM
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If you listen to the net . Some try to push breaking them in on the dyno. Most likely don't do the bike any good but helps pay off the dyno machine and bar tab. Then they have the 30-60 -90 and 4 different version of that. Just follow owners manual. That 500 miles is over in no time.
One thing about it, the 500 miles sure builds anticipation:-).
 
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Old Mar 21, 2022 | 07:29 PM
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One thing about it, the 500 miles sure builds anticipation:-).
I only got to 490 miles. Had sidecar mounted and blew the warranty. Then it was on.
 
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Break it in how you intend to ride it. WFO
 
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Old Apr 8, 2022 | 06:13 AM
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Originally Posted by smitty901
If you listen to the net . Some try to push breaking them in on the dyno. Most likely don't do the bike any good but helps pay off the dyno machine and bar tab. Then they have the 30-60 -90 and 4 different version of that. Just follow owners manual. That 500 miles is over in no time.
If you listen to the web you’ll need to add five engine breathers, replace the compensator, plastic intake, tappet cuffs and the cam bearing. Then find the most expensive oil you can and run it at exacting levels. Only then can you break it on on a dyno in a sterile environment.
 
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Originally Posted by supernac
If you listen to the web you’ll need to add five engine breathers, replace the compensator, plastic intake, tappet cuffs and the cam bearing. Then find the most expensive oil you can and run it at exacting levels. Only then can you break it on on a dyno in a sterile environment.
HAHA This ^^^^^^^ Some of y'all worry too much.
 
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