Your profile indicates you have an F3. The 1330 engine does not require any "break-in" service (oil/filter, checkover) until 3,000 miles. Then at 9,300 mile intervals--OR--once a year--whichever comes first.
The 600 mile break in service was for the 998 twins.
Easy on the brakes for about 300 miles. Vary the speeds rather than stay on a particular speed for extended periods of time.
Enjoy your new ryde.
Last edited by ARtraveler; 08-15-2018 at 02:15 PM.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
Thanks for the info. I am at about 460 miles now. I've done both in-town and highway driving so the speed has varied quite a bit so far. I'll make sure to get it in at 3500 miles.
Dealers are famous for pushing the 500/600 mile service. The manuals says
Operating During Break-InA break-in period of 1 000 km (600 mi)is required for the vehicle.During the first 300 km (200 mi), avoid hard braking.WARNING New brakes and tires do not operate at their maximum efficiency until their break-in is completed.Braking, steering and VSS performance may be reduced, so use extra caution.Brakes and tires take about 300 km(200 mi) of riding with frequent braking and steering to break-in.For riding with infrequent braking and steering, allow extra time to break-in the brakes and tires.During the first 1 000 km (600 mi):– Avoid full throttle acceleration.– Avoid maintaining constant RPM.– If the cooling fan operates continuously during stop and go traffic, pullover and shut off the engine to let it cool off or speed up to let air cool off the engine.After the break-in period, your vehicle should be inspected as per the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
Note after the break-in period "your vehicle should be inspected as per the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE." which is 3500 miles.
Originally Posted by Reacher68
Break in servicing? As I get close to the 500 mile mark, I am wondering what sort of break in period or break in service I might need to perform.
Thanks in advance for any responses.
Last edited by Chasinsparks; 08-14-2018 at 01:04 PM.
And try to read the owners manual too.
Lots of good information in there.......like how to check the oil level......which is not as simple as you might think.
2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
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Yup! If you want to get technical about it. I did this without looking in the manual. Close enough for horseshoes. At least we cleared up the 500/600 mile that is used a lot by dealers for 1330's in error.
Currently, mine gets "once a year" since I have not exceeded 9,000 + in a year for a while now. First appointment within a couple weeks of riding season each year. Mileage don't matter in my case.
Last edited by ARtraveler; 08-15-2018 at 02:20 PM.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
not exactly on point to the Op--but for the most novice, inept, utterly lacking mechanical inclination, but a f3 1330 owner/lover--what are some super easy items that one can look at , tighten, check, observe, on the trike that you more expert folks can advise...??if theres prior throrough postings on this issue, much appreciate being directed to same...
Originally Posted by akspyderman
Your profile indicates you have an F3. The 1330 engine does not require any "break-in" service (oil/filter, checkover) until 3,000 miles. Then at 9,300 mile intervals--OR--once a year--whichever comes first.
The 600 mile break in service was for the 998 twins.
Easy on the brakes for about 300 miles. Vary the speeds rather than stay on a particular speed for extended periods of time.
not exactly on point to the Op--but for the most novice, inept, utterly lacking mechanical inclination, but a f3 1330 owner/lover--what are some super easy items that one can look at , tighten, check, observe, on the trike that you more expert folks can advise...??if theres prior throrough postings on this issue, much appreciate being directed to same...
There is a check list posted in Post #7 of this thread. I think that covers what you are looking for.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
I’m just under 900 miles. I like to vary the speed, rpm. If on a lengthy ride, stop to give her a rest (apologies to anyone if I offend by using the feminine for my ride). Other than that, follow what everyone else has offered in way of info.
I just got my F3T back in late October and was told to do the 500 mile oil change. Thanks everyone for the info. Really does help coming to this forum and looking around at different posts and all the answers posted.
I’m just under 900 miles. I like to vary the speed, rpm. If on a lengthy ride, stop to give her a rest (apologies to anyone if I offend by using the feminine for my ride). Other than that, follow what everyone else has offered in way of info.
Our rydes are SHE. We treat them with tenderness and buy them jewelry. in return, they feed our egos.
Ours is a red, black and chrome 2017 F3 Limited. Bought new in 2/2019. The avatar is my first bike back in 1952, a Simplex Servi-Cycle. Photo taken at the Barber Museum.