From: Hrcmontesa "at" aol.com
Date: Mon, 30 Aug 1999 12:21:11 EDT
Subject: New Engine Break-In


I've heard the same new engine break-in procedure from the in-the-know engine 
guys for the past 30 years:

Three (3) engine heat up/cool down cycles initially for 5/10/20 minutes 
respectively.  Allow the engine to cool completely between cycles (the hard 
part!).  No lugging, heavy mud riding, or high rpm's during the cycles, just 
"easy" going.  

Change gearbox oil to get rid of initial metal fines.  Re-torque head and 
cyllinder bolts.  Re-check coolant level.  Unbelieveably, lots of guys 
neglect these steps.

The elite motorheads swear that following this procedure with no shortcuts 
results in motors with snappier power and (maybe) extended life.

For what it's worth,
Jon R.