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Observe Your Initial and Most Critical
Service
The initial service (break-in mainte-
nance) is the most important service
your motorcycle will receive. During
break-in operation, all of the engine
components will have mated together
and seated. Maintenance required as
part of the initial service includes cor-
rection of all adjustments, tightening of
all fasteners and replacement of dirty
oil. Timely performance of this service
will help make sure you get the best
service life and performance from the
engine.
NOTE: The 600 miles (1000 km) ser-
vice should be performed as outlined in
the INSPECTION AND MAINTE-
NANCE section of this Owner’s Manual.
Pay particular attention to the CAUTION
and WARNING messages in that sec-
tion.
ON HILLS
Riding on a slope
• When climbing steep hills, the
motorcycle may begin to slow down
and show lack of power. At this point
you should shift to a lower gear so
that the engine will again be operat-
ing in its normal power range. Shift
rapidly to prevent the motorcycle
from losing momentum.
• When descending a long, steep
slope, use the engine compression
to assist the brakes by shifting to a
lower gear. Continuous brake appli-
cation can overheat the brakes and
reduce their effectiveness.
• Be careful not to allow the engine to
overrev when descending a slope.
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