Break-in recommendation

Is there a preferred break-in procedure for new '06 VFR? I have to fly out to pick one up and the drive back is 5 hours. Appreciate recommendations. I've always wanted one of these and I just pulled the trigger and bought one. Can't wait to pick it up! :biggrin:

 

My '07 manual stated that break-in is 300 miles and the first service (oil change) is 600 miles. Just vary your rpm, keep it out of VTEC range and you'll be OK.

 

I was digging around and found this web site.
http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm
" There are a lot of myths about engines... easy break-in is one of the biggest".
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Q: What is the most common cause of engine problems ???
A: Failure to:
Warm the engine up completely before running it hard !!!

Q: What is the second most common cause of engine problems ???
A: An easy break in !!!

Because, when the rings don't seal well, the blow-by gasses contaminate the oil with acids and other harmful combustion by-products !!

Ironically, an "easy break in" is not at all what it seems. By trying to "protect" the engine, the exact opposite happens, as leaky rings continue to contaminate your engine oil for the rest of the life of your engine !!
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On the Street:
Warm the engine up completely:
Because of the wind resistance, you don't need to use higher gears like you would on a dyno machine. The main thing is to load the engine by opening the throttle hard in 2nd, 3rd and 4th gear.

Realistically, you won't be able to do full throttle runs even in 2nd gear on most bikes without exceeding 65 mph / 104 kph. The best method is to alternate between short bursts of hard acceleration and deceleration. You don't have to go over 65 mph / 104 kph to properly load the rings. Also, make sure that you're not being followed by another bike or car when you decelerate, most drivers won't expect that you'll suddenly slow down, and we don't want
anyone to get hit from behind !!

The biggest problem with breaking your engine in on the street (besides police) is if you ride the bike on the freeway (too little throttle = not enough pressure on the rings) or if you get stuck in slow city traffic. For the first 200 miles or so, get out into the country where you can vary the speed more
and run it through the gears !

Be Safe On The Street !
Watch your speed ! When you're not used to the handling of a new vehicle, you should accelerate only on the straightaways, then slow down extra early for the turns. Remember that both hard acceleration and hard engine braking (deceleration) are equally important during the break in process.
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Q: What's the third most common cause of engine problems ???
A: Not changing the oil soon enough after the engine is first run !!

Change Your Oil Right Away !!
The best thing you can do for your engine is to change your oil and filter after the first 20 miles. Most of the wearing in process happens immediately, creating a lot of metal in the oil. Plus, the amount of leftover machining chips and other crud left behind in the manufacturing process is simply amazing !! You want to flush that stuff out before it gets recycled and embedded in the transmission gears, and oil pump etc...
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Sure interested in any comments from the experts out there.
Thanks!

 

Give it a nice warmup, then ride it like you stole it! :smile:

 

I have read that whole thing . I have bin a mechanic for 25 years and an engine builder and tuner for more than half that time . I agree completly with the reasonably hard brake in to seat the rings . just dont forget to change the oil when you get home .

 

I have broken in every new vehicle, sled and bike I ever owned (over 35)the same way..get em warmed up and drive them normally. Just no lugging to build excess heat..Lots of varying speeds, most of them fast and faster..

I have never made it over 20 miles from the dealer without a full on run...ever.. I have also never had a dud , not counting of course the bike itself..
If I have a lemon I want to know early thank you..so far none...

Good luck and enjoy!!!

 

The only thing I break in gently (exactly by the book) is an airplane engine...