Engine Break-In; Parking - Yamaha XT250Z Owner's Manual

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

Engine break-in

There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For
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this reason, you should read the follow-
ing material carefully.
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Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
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1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
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During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that might
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result in engine overheating must be
avoided.
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0–1000 km (0–600 mi)
8 Avoid prolonged operation above 1/3
throttle. NOTICE: After 1000 km (600
mi) of operation, the engine oil must
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be changed, and the oil filter car-
tridge or element replaced.
1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2
throttle.
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The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
NOTICE
If any engine trouble should occur
during the engine break-in period,
immediately have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
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Parking

When parking, stop the engine, remove
the key from the main switch, and then
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turn the fuel cock lever to "OFF".
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WARNING
Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them and be burned.
Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasing the
risk of a fuel leak and fire.
Do not park near grass or other
flammable materials
might catch fire.
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