Hey everyone. I'm new to the ATV stuff, but I've been riding jetski's for years now. My question is what is the best way to break in an ATV? I would assume it'll be someone similar to a jetski, except your not in the water. I have been doing some looking around on the web and came across this article for a "Hard Break in" heres the link: Break in Secrets . Now granted I'm sure everyone has their own opinion on the proper way to "Break in" whether it be a jetski or ATV, but I found that article and wanted a better opinion from people who have ridden ATV's most of their lives. I will be buying my first ATV come this Monday (06 Brute Force 650 IRS). Thanks for any replies!

 

yea, that is how i did it.

another site is MOTOTUNEUSA

this guy basically agrees with the motorcycleinfo.com procedure and he also has lots of experience with bikes...

monty

 

I've never worried about the "Break In" on any of my atv's .I would just ride it the way you'll be riding it after the break in period.Maybe ,not too hard and not too soft.

 

Ride it as you normally would. I also follwed that method and am pleased with it.

 

Thanks guys for the replies. I kinda thought thats what a lot of people did for ATV Break In's, just wanted some opinions on that.

 

You might consider breaking it in the way the manufacturer recommends. They may have some knowledge of the machine they built.

 

All of the info on that site seemed to make sense as far as the engine is cocerned. However I have read that the break-in period is not only for the engine but also allows for the belt to be properly seated & streeched to ensure a tight fit. I have read that their is belt problem with knuckles breaking in the brutes & Kings and A "soft break-in" can reduce the problem. So I myself am confused as to which is a better method. I definitly want the most power out of my engine but also proper belt tension. My new camo 750 is comming this weeek so any other info would help me as well. Maybe if you give it a couple hard shots for the first mile or two and than take it easy for the next 20?

 

If thats true, i will sacrifice an 80 dollar belt for it. Wont you?

 

I would and agree but just wounder if you have to

 

I would think the same thing, I'm still up in the air on the proper Break in thing. I know breaking in my jetski was the same way, did it by MFG suggestion. It only last 5yrs however before my oilpump blew out and the engine got smoked. So if belt tension be the main concern, its better than buying a new motor outside the warranty. Besides, its my first, and I dont see myself going crazy on it anyways, so it will be a moderate break in for me.