Can new bike rev?

You must all have heard about the term bike run-in period (or break-in period). In simple terms this is the period where you need to take utmost care of your Bike’s engine, and the dealer and the manufacturer will advice you not to rev hard, and stay within specific rpm limits till you reach a specified mileage.

At what speed should a new bike be driven?

We recommend an average speed of 60-80 kmph for riding a new bike before the first service of the vehicle as the new engine takes time to cop-up with the driving style and condition. This speed maintains the health of a vehicle and results in a good performance for a longer duration.

Why do new bikes have speed limits?

The reason why new bike owners are told to limit the speed of a brand new bike to 4000-4500 RPM’s is the fact that the constant speed allows for the parts fitted to settle in smoothly. It also causes wearing of irons and mixes with each other which is why it is sent for 1st servicing.

Can I service my bike before 500KM?

The period is scheduled to be done every 2,000 km once except for the first free service which is carried out at 500KM. With the quality of engine and frequent service schedule, it is unlikely that you would encounter any serious wear and tear during these first six services.

Why do mechanics rev engines?

As the engine’s RPMs climb, the engine is being put under a heavier load. This allows for any sort of knocking, squealing, etc to be much louder and easier to identify. Revving the engine can also insure that you have the correct amount of fuel and oil pressure for the engine to function properly.

Do you need to run in a new bike?

It’s important to break in a new motorcycle engine correctly, or you risk impairing it’s performance or damaging it outright. Here’s how to do it right. We don’t recommend this, as all of the engine’s components need a period of running in before you start riding them hard.