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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 "loaded" and
then "relieved" and the engine parts can
thus cool down.
Even if it is important to stress the engine
components during running-in, take care
not to exceed.
NOTE
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:
N
Do not open the throttle completely if the
speed is low, both during and after the
running-in.
N
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.
N
During the first 1000 km (625 mi) never
exceed 6000 rpm.
WARNING
After the first 1000 km (625 mi), have an
Official Dealer carry out the
checks indicated in the column "After
running-in" of the regular service inter-
vals chart, see p. 52 - 53 (REGULAR
SERVICE INTERVALS CHART), in order
to avoid hurting yourself or other peo-
ple and/or damaging the vehicle.
N
Between the first 1000 (625 mi) and 1500
km (937 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 7500 rpm (see ta-
ble).
N
After the first 1500 km (937 mi) you can
expect better performance from the en-
gine, however, without exceeding the
maximum allowed rpm (10500 rpm).
Engine maximum rpm
recommended
Mileage km (mi)
0-1000 (0-625)
1000-1500 (625-937)
over 1500 (937)
If possible, avoid stopping abruptly,
slowing down suddenly and braking at
the last moment.
N
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. 46 (DEPAR-
TURE AND DRIVE).
rpm
Once the speed has decreased, before
6000
stopping the vehicle:
7500
N
Pull the clutch lever (2) in order to pre-
10500
vent the stopping of the engine.
When the vehicle has come to rest:
N
Position the shifting lever in neutral
(green warning light " " on).
N
Release the clutch lever (2).
N
In case of a brief stop, keep at least one
brake on.
WARNING
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