Are new motorcycles more fuel-consuming?

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McHarley
07/30/25 1:35am
New vehicles of the same model consume more fuel than those that have completed the break-in period because new motorcycles are not yet broken in, and the internal components of the engine have not been properly seated. Break-in period mileage for motorcycles: The break-in period for a newly purchased motorcycle is generally 1,500 kilometers. There are various methods for changing the engine oil within these 1,500 kilometers. It is recommended to change the oil at intervals of 300 kilometers, 600 kilometers, 1,000 kilometers, and 1,500 kilometers. This is because the meshing of gears, pushrods, or chains in a new engine generates debris, so frequent oil changes are necessary to promptly flush out such waste. Driving precautions during the break-in period: For the first 600 kilometers, avoid carrying passengers or climbing very steep slopes. Do not overwork the motorcycle. When refueling, add less fuel each time to reduce the vehicle's weight. For the first 600 kilometers, maintain the following gear speeds: first gear at 10 km/h, second gear at 20 km/h, third gear at 30 km/h, fourth gear at 35 km/h, and fifth gear at 40 km/h. Shift gears repeatedly while riding, moving from first to fifth gear and then back down to first.
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