Running In The Engine; Loading The Vehicle - GAS GAS ES 700 2023 Owner's Manual

7.2

Running in the engine

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During the run-in phase, do not exceed the specified vehicle speed in the respective gear.
Guideline
During the first
Maximum speed per gear
First gear
Second gear
Third gear
Fourth gear
Fifth gear
Sixth gear
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Avoid fully opening the throttle!
7.3

Loading the vehicle

Warning
Danger of accidents Total weight and axle loads influence the handling characteristic.
The total weight consists of: operational motorcycle with a full tank, rider and, if necessary, a passenger with pro-
tective clothing and helmet, and, if necessary, mounted luggage.
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Do not exceed the maximum permissible overall weight or the axle loads.
Warning
Danger of accidents Improper mounting of cases, tank rucksacks or other luggage impairs the handling charac-
teristics.
Luggage mounted incorrectly can slip while the vehicle is in motion.
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Mount and secure all luggage according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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Check that your luggage is fixed properly at regular intervals.
Warning
Danger of accidents Carrying luggage alters handling characteristics at high speed.
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Adapt your speed to your payload.
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Ride more slowly if your motorcycle is loaded with cases or other luggage.
Maximum speed with baggage
Warning
Danger of accidents The luggage system will be damaged if it is overloaded.
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Read the manufacturer information on maximum payload when mounting cases.
Warning
Danger of accidents Luggage which has slipped impairs visibility.
If the tail light is covered, you are less visible to traffic behind you, especially when it is dark.
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Check that your luggage is fixed properly at regular intervals.
Warning
Danger of accidents A high payload alters the handling characteristic and increases the stopping distance.
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Adapt your speed to your payload.
1,000 km (620 mi)
45 km/h (28 mph)
65 km/h (40.4 mph)
85 km/h (52.8 mph)
105 km/h (65.2 mph)
120 km/h (74.6 mph)
130 km/h (80.8 mph)
130 km/h (80.8 mph)
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