Running In - BMW F 650 GS Rider's Manual

Running in

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Attention:
Exceeding the specified engine
speeds while running in will lead
to increased engine wear.
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Note:
While running in the motorcy-
cle, vary the throttle opening
and engine-speed range fre-
quently.
Try to do most of your riding
during this initial period on
twisting, fairly hilly roads rather
than high-speed main roads
and highways.
Running-in speeds
From 0 to 1,000 km (600 miles)
• Engine speed max.
5,000 rpm and no full-load
acceleration
• The first inspection should
always be performed after
1,000 km (approx. 600 miles).
Make an appointment with
your authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer in good time, so
that the work can be per-
formed punctually.
From 1,000 to 2,000 km
(600 to 1,200 miles)
• Engine speeds can be gradu-
ally increased after 1,000 km
(600 miles)
• Avoid lengthy periods at full
load until 2,000 km
(1,200 miles) have been cov-
ered