Riding The Motorcycle; Running-In Precautions - Ducati MONSTER S4Rs Anleitung- Und Instandhaltungsheft

RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE

Running-in precautions (fig. 30)
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Important
Throughout the running-in period, be careful to stick
to the recommended maintenance schedule and periodic
service intervals indicated in the warranty booklet.
Failure to follow these instructions will release Ducati
Motor Holding S.p.A. from any liability for any engine
damage or shortened engine life.
Max. engine speed
Rpm limits to be observed during the running-in period and
in normal use:
1) up to 1000 km;
2) from 1000 to 2500 km.
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Up to 1000 km
During the first 1000 km, keep an eye on the tachometer.
The revs should never exceed:
6000 rpm.
During the first hours of riding, it is advisable to continuously
vary the load on the engine and the rpm, though still keeping
within the above limits.
For this reason, roads with numerous bends and hilly areas
are ideal for running in the engine, brakes and suspension.
For the first 100 km use the brakes gently. Avoid sudden
or prolonged braking. This will allow the friction material on
the brake pads to bed in against the brake discs.
To allow all the mechanical moving parts in the motorcycle
to adapt to one another, and to avoid shortening the life
of the main engine components, it is advisable to avoid
sudden acceleration and running the engine at high rpm for
too long, especially uphill.
It is also advisable to check the drive chain frequently and
ensure that it is lubricated as required.