Break-in of 1330 Engine

[ZENspyderman]

Hi Folks: Bought the rt ltd. How would you folks rec. breaking in the engine?????

New at this spyder game but loving it.

 

[DrewNJ]

Really no different than any other engine. The key is to vary your RPM/speed and heat cycling. Don't be afraid to accelerate hard with a good amount of throttle.
The worst thing you can do is either do extended highway runs or limp around town with light throttle.

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[Bob Denman]

:agree: Varying your rpm levels is probably about the best that you can do for the new engine... nojoke
At 3,000 miles: it'll need to have the break-in servicing done. You might want to give it about 1,000 miles of riding before REALLY leaning hard on the powerband...
(Other folks will disagree with me on this point...)
:congrats: on your new bike! :nopic:

 

[JayBros]

Congrats on your new ride. Suggest you check the Operator's Guide section entitled Operation During Break-In. It's on pg 56 of the 2014 RT guide. Others may tell you to ride it like you stole it; read and decide. While you're at it read the rest of the guide; it's full of useful information. Ride safe!

 

[Ron2andia]

Look for the dos and don't thread here for info and :congrats:

 

[cognaccruiser]

DrewNJ gave you good advice. Drive it much like normal unless that includes burnouts and excessive riding. Take it easy on the brakes until they have had a chance to seat themselves.

Gary

 

[Bob Denman]

pps: We seem to forget about the brakes a lot :shocked:... Nice catch!! :clap: :2thumbs:

 

[Highwayman2013]

When breaking in a new engine I just run it normally.

 

[Chupaca]

Have to agree...

DrewJ
:agree: That is the best way to break in your engine. As for the brakes, you need to make some fast stops (60 mph to close to stand still) and get them hot even if you smell the pads then a slower ryde to let them cool down. Also good paractice for those emergency stops...:thumbup:

 

[ZENspyderman]

Newbe 1330 break-in

Thanks folks for your help!!!!!

 

[Bob Denman]

For What It's Worth...

This is probably NOT the best way to do it:

 

[ARtraveler]

All good advice above. I have always given my :spyder2::ani29: a gentle first 1000 miles. Vary the speeds in each gear, no redline, do a few quick stops on the brakes (after the tires get that 350 mile run).

The balance of the break-in, I stretch the rpms more and just ride like I normally would.

I am conservative like Bob, and would not drive it like I stole it. This is a personal decision--so do what floats your boat.

Enjoy your new ride. Its a good one. :yes:

 

[DrewNJ]

A lot of really reputable engine builders I've run into do engine break ins on a dyno and run them hard for short bursts, letting the motor cool between runs. I'm in the camp that you have a VERY short period of time to break in a motor properly

http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm

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[Bam Bam and Pebbles]

My dealer, when asked, said vary the RPM's and dont use the cruise control for the first thousand miles. Doesn't matter how fast you go, just vary your speeds. I have only had mine up to 110mph so far but it was a short quick burst. Looking forward to seeing what Cocaine can do when she is pressed. By the way, I do love my new bike, but I do miss the acceleration of the 998. That's the only thing I miss though.

 

[Sam Mac]

On my race engines it was always run it like it was in a race after the dyno session. Pretty much it was broken in after the dyno session.