Break-In Procedure
Your Cobra CX65 is a close-tolerance high performance machine and break-in
time is very important for maximum life and performance. The CX65 can be
ridden hard after the first ½ hour break-in time.
Cobra recommends Bel-Ray H1-R premix oil with high octane pump gas mixed
at 40:1.
CAUTION:
Failure to use proper fuel, oil, or fuel/oil mixture may result in premature engine
wear or damage to the machine.
Adhering to the following break-in schedule will result in long lasting high
performance machine.
Start bike on stand
First 5 minute period, operate the bike on the stand with a combination of idle
and high RPM operation. (avoid prolonged high RPM but spin the rear
wheel good at least once or twice per minute)
Allow bike to cool
Ride for 15 minutes maximum (avoid prolonged high RPM operation and
avoid abusing the clutch).
Cool and inspect bike for loose fasteners.
Check & retighten wheel spokes
Next ½ hour of operation, avoid prolonged operation at Wide Open Throttle.
After 1 hour of operation
o Check for loose bolts and nuts on the bike and retighten as necessary
(proper toque values are listed under Specifications).
o Clean the carburetor bowl.
o Change the transmission / clutch lubricant.
After 8 hours of operation
o Change the fork oil.
o Have a Certified Cobra Mechanic change the shock oil.
Your bike is now ready for the highest level of competition!
Starting Procedure
Before starting the machine inspect the following:
Check for proper tire pressure in both tires.
Observe the chain tension and adjust if necessary.
Observe the coolant level and fill if necessary.
Verify that the chain rollers and sliders do not have improper wear.
Verify that the handlebars are tight.
Check the throttle for smooth operation and sound closing.
Check for loose bolts and nuts, and re-torque as necessary.
Verify that the air filter is clean and properly saturated with oil.
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