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firebb15
03-30-2005, 06:02 PM
I just bought a brand new 04 400ex today, and im wondering what oil i should use when i do my first oil change? i heard ams oil is really good? Also, i have heard many different ways to break-in an engine. Some say NOT to ride it really easy, cause the rings wont seat well then. I dont want blow-by. I heard it is best to run it strong in 2,3, and 4th then slow down and repeat, so that the rings will seat well. Does this make sence to anyone else? Here's the link to the website for this guys break-in procedure...http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm

Joe400ex
03-30-2005, 07:50 PM
i put 10w-40 it runs fine:devil:

400exrider707
03-30-2005, 08:01 PM
I broke mine in like that and it runs awesome. Also for break in just run Honda GN4 non-synthetic. Wait a while to switch over to synthetic.

Joe400ex
03-30-2005, 08:08 PM
i dont know cuz once u have synthetic u always have to use it right :confused: