Engine and Drivetrain Break-in
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Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. See the Fuel Tank section for details. Always exercise extreme caution whenever handling gasoline.
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Check the oil level. See the Oil Check section for reference. Add the recommended oil as needed to maintain the oil level in the safe operating range.
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Drive slowly at first. Select an open area that allows room to familiarize yourself with vehicle operation and handling.
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Avoid aggressive use of the brakes.
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Vary throttle positions. Do not operate at sustained idle.
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Pull only light loads.
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Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls and areas outlined on the daily pre-ride inspection checklist.
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During the break-in period, change both the oil and the filter at 25 hours or one month.
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Check the transmission fluid level at 25 hours, check every 25 hours thereafter. Change fluid at 200 hours.
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Change the front gearcase fluid at 25 hours, change every 200 hours thereafter.