2014 Ducati Monster 821 Owners Manual - Page 191

Riding the motorcycle Break-in recommendations Important Before using the motorcycle, make sure that there are no labels on the rear-view mirrors; remove, if any. Maximum rpm Rotation speed for Break-in period and during standard use (rpm): 1) 2) Up to 600 mi (1000 km); 600 mi (1000 km) to 1553 mi (2500 km). During the first few hours of riding, it is advisable to run the engine at varying load and rpm, though still within recommended limit. To achieve this, roads with plenty of bends and even slightly hilly areas are ideal for the most efficient break-in of the engine, brakes and suspensions. For the first 60 mi (100 km), use the brakes gently. Avoid sudden or prolonged braking. This will allow the friction material on the brake pads to bed in against the brake disks. So that the mechanical parts of the motorcycle can adapt to each another, and especially so the life of the basic engine parts is not affected, avoid harsh accelerations and do not run the engine at a high rpm for an extended time, especially uphill. It is also advisable to inspect the drive chain frequently and lubricate as required. Up to 600 mi (1000 km) During the first 600 mi (1000 km) keep an eye on the rev counter, it should never exceed: 5,500 ÷ 6,000 rpm. 189