If I were to follow the alternate break in method, I'd be changing the oil filter and oil after about 50 miles or so.
I have no personal problem changing the oil and filter on my own except for one thing. I have no lift.
Instead of not changing it till 500 miles (dealer is a long ways away), what about a one time oil/filter change with someone on the bike holding it centered? I could even raise or lower the front/rear tire with a 2X4 to get more oil/chips out.
Thoughts as to this alternative to waiting for 500 miles which won't be till spring and way past 50 miles?
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On a brand new bike, the most important thing to do is change the oil within the first 50 miles.
This removes any of the metal particles/shavings that are left over from production.
On new bikes, I highly recommend following that proceedure.
If you don't have a centerstand, you could have someone hold the bike... or just put some boards under the sidestand (just make sure not to knock the bike over!!). Either way, if you have a buddy, I would have him/her hold your bike while you are doing it if you are worried about it.
This removes any of the metal particles/shavings that are left over from production.
On new bikes, I highly recommend following that proceedure.
If you don't have a centerstand, you could have someone hold the bike... or just put some boards under the sidestand (just make sure not to knock the bike over!!). Either way, if you have a buddy, I would have him/her hold your bike while you are doing it if you are worried about it.
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2003 Z1000 - For Sale
1979 KZ650B - Work in progress
2005 Ducati SS 1000DS - sold :'(
1994 VFR750 Interceptor - sold
1984 VF700F Interceptor - sold
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Follow your manual. I'm guessing none of us watermellons on the Internet designed and built your motorcycle.
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