Running-In; Stopping - APRILIA RS 250 - 1998 Manual

RUNNING-IN

The running-in of the engine is important to
ensure its correct functioning.
If possible, drive on hilly roads and/or
roads with many bends, so that the engine,
the suspensions and the brakes undergo a
more effective running-in.
During running-in, change speed. In this
way the components are first ìloadedî and
then ìrelievedî and the engine parts can
thus cool down. Even if it is important to
stress the engine components during run-
c
ning-in, take care not to exceed.
Only after the first 1500 km (937
mi) of running-in you can expect
the best performance levels from the
vehicle.
Keep to the following indications:
Do not open the throttle completely if the
speed is low, both during and after the
running-in.
During the first 100 km (62 mi) put on the
brakes with caution, avoiding sharp and
prolonged brakings.
This ensures a correct bedding-in of the
pads on the brake disc.
During the first 800 km (500 mi) never
exceed 6000 rpm.
a
After the first 1000 km (625 mi) ,
carry out the checking opera-
tions indicated in the column
"After running-in" of the REGULAR
SERVICE INTERVALS CHART, see p. 47
( R E G U L A R S E R V I C E I N T E R V A L S
CHART), in order to avoid hurting your-
self or other people and/or damaging
the vehicle.
Between the first 800 (500 mi) and 1600
km (1000 mi) drive more briskly, change
speed and use the maximum accelera-
tion only for a few seconds, in order to
ensure better coupling of the compo-
nents; never exceed 9000 rpm (see ta-
ble).
After the first 1600 km (1000 mi) you can
expect better performance from the en-
gine, however, without exceeding the
max 12000 rpm.
Engine maximum rpm
for the running-in
Mileage km (mi)
0÷800 (0÷500)
800÷1600 (500÷1000)
over 1600 (1000)

STOPPING

a
I f p o s s i b l e , a v o i d s t o p p i n g
abruptly, slowing down suddenly
and braking at the last moment.
Release the throttle grip (1) ( Pos. A ),
gradually put on the brakes and at the
same time shift down in order to de-
crease the speed, see p. 42 (DEPAR-
TURE AND DRIVE).
Max. (rpm)
Once the speed has decreased, before
stopping the vehicle:
6000
Pull the clutch lever (2) in order to pre-
9000
vent the stopping of the engine.
12000
When the vehicle has come to rest:
Position the shifting lever in neutral
(green warning light "
Release the clutch lever.
In case of a brief stop, keep at least one
brake on.
q
" on).
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