Concerning the 500-mile Harley break-in period. Can this be done on on a lift with the bike strapped down and in gear? Or does it need to be under load while riding?
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Break-in procedure for a newly assembled engine should be done on the street. Yes, the motor should be under load, under normal riding conditions. Should try to stay under 2,500 RPM and not stay at one steady RPM for an extended period of time.
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One Response to “500-Mile Harley Break-In Period”
My Harley Davidson dealership said on my 117cu/in Screaming Eagle that the break-in period was 1000 miles at a rpm less than 3k and no extended period of time at one rpm. So my question is what’s right 500 miles or 1000!?