Break-in recommendations - Ducati.ms

Luckystrike · Jun 26th, 2008, 10:52 am

Well, if all goes well, We're adding a Hypermotard (base) to our fleet today. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on the Break-in? Is the below 6000 rpm for the first 600 miles, varing the rpm as much as possible, the best way to do it? Thanks in advance.

bromike666 · Jun 26th, 2008, 11:01 am

I've been told by my mechanic to ride them hard but never hold the throttle at a steady RPM for any length of time. When I break in my Duc's I ride all six gears at varying RPM's including redline.

Yours may say different.

Luckystrike · Jun 26th, 2008, 11:13 am

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Originally Posted by bromike666

I've been told by my mechanic to ride them hard but never hold the throttle at a steady RPM for any length of time. When I break in my Duc's I ride all six gears at varying RPM's including redline.

Yours may say different.

That's generally been my philosophy as well.

Motard-Menace · Jun 26th, 2008, 2:05 pm

This question will get as many answers as asking what kind of oil should I use. Vary the RPM's and you will be fine.

Luckystrike · Jun 26th, 2008, 2:53 pm

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Originally Posted by Motard-Menace

This question will get as many answers as asking what kind of oil should I use. Vary the RPM's and you will be fine.

So, what oil should I use

scooter · Jun 26th, 2008, 5:27 pm

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Originally Posted by Luckystrike

So, what oil should I use

Only the best quality extra virgin olive oil.

freezer16801 · Jun 26th, 2008, 11:14 pm

I was worried that the dealer would be able to use the data aquisition to spy on what RPM's I used during the first 600 miles. I my just be paranoid, but I don't like big brothers steamy breath over my shoulder. Does anyone have any info or opinions on this?

I held it wide open as much as possible up to 6k rpm. I didn't take it easy but I also didn't give anyone a reason to yank my warranty.

Motard-Menace · Jun 27th, 2008, 1:32 am

Yes, you worry to much..........

**BillyD** · Jun 27th, 2008, 1:49 am

I go WFO (well, almost), but also short-shift it until 500-600 miles. Never constant RPM for any length of time. I also change oil at 100, 500 and 1000 miles just to get all the crude out. Let the bike warm up, but avoid excessive idling. Finally, I prefer not to use full synthetic oil during break in.

GHEZZI · Jun 27th, 2008, 3:36 am

Go to www.mototuneusa.com , maybe controversial but some very valid points. Well worth the read. Goodluck.

Ps. I did a track day at 2 days and 120klm old. Did my best to keep it to half throttle and 6000rpm, even did whole laps in top gear. At 11500klm Hyper is oil tight, smooth, quiet accept for the clutch at idle.