2003 Yamaha Motorsports Royal Star Venture Owners Manual - Page 79
2003 Yamaha Motorsports Royal Star Venture Manual
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU02974 EAU01128 Recommended shift points The recommended shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below. CF-04E Engine break-in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period between 0 and 1,000 mi (1,600 km). For this reason, you should read the following material carefully. Since the engine is brand new, do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1,000 mi (1,600 km). The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances. During this period, prolonged full-throttle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided. Acceleration shift point mi/h (km/h) Deceleration shift point mi/h (km/h) 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 13 (20) 19 (30) 25 (40) 31 (50) 16 (25) 16 (25) 16 (25) 16 (25) EAU01171* 0-600 mi (0-1,000 km) Avoid prolonged operation 1/3 throttle. above 6 600-1,000 mi (1,000-1,600 km) Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2 throttle. EC000056* CAUTION: After 600 mi (1,000 km) of operation, the engine oil and final gear oil must be changed, and the oil filter cartridge replaced. @ @ 6-6