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I just got my first bike - a WR250 - this weekend I was planning to begin break her in. I've been on the internet to shed some light on the subject - it aint an exact science!

If anyone could provide some info on breaking in a bike e.g. what works/ doesn't work, useful webites, etc, that would be much appreciated.

Cheers,
Duncan.

Duncan,
I also have a WR250F do a gentle ride first up say 80 to 100K's no extreme stuff pretty sure the manual says a combination of speeds and definately not one constant speed or over reving.
After the crusy 2wd track type ride, once home warm up the bike for 5mins then drain the oil; changing it and the filter (refer to the manual its excellent). You will need tools for this 8 and 10mm sockets/spanners and a 5mm allen key.
Inspect the old oil, there will probably be some small metal bits which is normal.
Get a good quality motorcycle oil, as they only take a small amount so its quality not quantity that counts, being 1.3L with a filter change otherwise 1.1L. I use Castrol which I buy at the clubs GM at the end of the month because its cheaper. Also head down to Super Cheap Auto and get a clear plastic 1L measuring jug with the long pourer ($3) and a tub to drain the old oil into. I buy the filters from Ballards in packs of 10, cheaper that way. Also whilst your at it you may want to get some tools and filter skins now or over time as the WR only comes with a spoke spanner.

Put it all back together and pour in the new oil, replace the filler cap and start her up. There is a site glass on the side it should show oil in it at the half way mark.

Air Filter
One of the most common problems is poor air filter maintenance. Always clean your air filter after every ride. If it’s really dusty you should give it a clean at the end of each day’s riding. Doing this enhances performance and significantly reduces fuel consumption. When you clean your filter make sure you oil it with a good quality filter oil (I use Belray)and always grease the face of the filter that seats onto the airbox. And remember it’s best not wash you air filter in petrol as it damages the finer particles of foam in the air filter. Use Mineral Turpentine and then rise it out with hot soapy water is how I clean out the old filter oil and the Turpentine residue. Let it dry before you re-oil the filter. Filter skins are also an option on multi day rides, just remember to change them.

For both I these jobs I wear a pair of those blue Nitrite rubber gloves they come in a box from most Safeway stores.

Good Bike,

Brad

Thanks for the advice. Just got it home tonight, itching to take it out and scream up and down my street....!!!

Cheers Duncan.

 

Well, the manual does say its "Race Ready: after 1.5 hrs of running but I reckon thats BS! All WR's want to move they are not optimium at constant speed.
One easy run in ride will make the bike last.

Brad