length BMW MOTORRAD R 850 R 2003 Rider's Manual (in English)

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Starting - Riding - Parking
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e Attention:
Exceeding the specified engine
speeds while running in will lead
to increased engine wear.
\f Note:
While running in the motorcy-
cle, vary the throttle opening
and engine-speed range
frequently.
Try to do most of your riding
during this initial period on
twisting, fairly hilly roads rather
than high-speed main roads
and highways.
Running-in engine speedsFrom 0 to 1,000 km
 Engine speed max. 4,000 rpm
and no full-load acceleration
 Do not omit the first inspec-
tion after 1,000 km
Make an appointment with
your authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer in good time, so
that the work can be per-
formed punctually.
From 1,000 to 2,000 km
 Engine speeds can be gradu-
ally increased after 1,000 km
 Avoid lengthy periods at full
load until 2,000 km have been
covered
Running in
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