Improper break in?

[handyalbert11]

Im looking at buying a used 07 fz6, it has 1300 miles on it. Is there any way that the break in could have been done improperly to the point that its going to cause major problems? thanks

 

[MarinaFazer]

probably not. It's like buying a used car. Ask questions, ask for paperwork, and test it and start it up. Nothing should be wrong with it though.

 

[Norm]

I have no where near the mechanical ability as most of the members here but Yamaha makes machines that are generally immune to casual transgressions. I always felt that if "break-in" was so critical to a vehicle's longevity the manufacturers would never entrust the average person to break it in. They'd do it themselves, then start the odometer.

 

[handyalbert11]

alright thanks guys, that makes me feel a bit better about it

 

[champion221elite]

It's pretty difficult to totally screw up an engine break-in. As long as the operator avoided extended wide open throttle, and constantly varied the RPM's, you should be just fine.

Check the oil for metallic particles and listen to the motor running. If you're really worried about the mechanical condition of the bike, you could take it to a Yamaha mechanic for a check up. The money spent on the exam should help your decision to purchase or walk away.

 

[chunkygoat]

The local dealer here constantly has bikes with 200, 600, 1000 miles on it. People around here for some reason buy a bike and ride it 4 times, then sell it and buy the next year's model.

Do a visual inspection of all the hoses, fluid levels, tires, lights and signals, etc. Fire her up, maybe ask if you can test drive it. If your still concerned ask a knowledgeable person to check it out with you - or take it to the yamaha dealer and have them look at it.

I'm just saying it isn't uncommon around here to find used bikes with 400 miles on it - still in mint condition.

 

[rider1a]

The local dealer here constantly has bikes with 200, 600, 1000 miles on it. People around here for some reason buy a bike and ride it 4 times, then sell it and buy the next year's model.

Sounds quite silly...I don't think a next year's model could be that much better plus you lose so much in value as soon as it leaves the dealer's lot.

 

[Denver_FZ6]

I always felt that if "break-in" was so critical to a vehicle's longevity the manufacturers would never entrust the average person to break it in. They'd do it themselves, then start the odometer.

Yeah, what Norm said.
I sold cars in Texas during the 80's-90's. The general manager told us about a time when the auto haulers were on strike and we couldn't get cars from the Houston port. He paid the mechanics to go down to the Houston port and drive several cars back to the dealership. One of the mechanics set a speed record driving back. The GM almost crapped when he heard about this. The car was of course sold, but the GM was worried and continued to track the VIN for warranty claims. There never was any claims for the motor of course.

 

[dean2287]

Check the oil. Pull out the dipstick and have a look. If it looks like clean oil and feels smooth, should be ok. Check the coolant. Have a look at the front end - if it was ridden hard the windscreen and front fairing may have a lot of bug grease or chips. Ask if they were a new rider with the bike or not. If they were learning on it they may have ground the gears down a bit and worn the clutch, but at the same time they probably didn't ride it hard. Ask for service records, or even check with the dealer they bought it from if you have the VIN #. I agree that Yamaha motors are pretty safe, and the FZ6 is a fairly simple bike and quite durable.

 

[Red Wazp]

1,300 mile is hardly broke in. Check for records of a 600 mile oil change. If it didn't get changed, do it yourself. If it hasn't been down and your not buying from a stunt club then with the right price- buy it.

 

[damnpoor]

Also make sure to feel the exhaust. There should be a steady outflow of exhaust gasses. If you feel any type of sucking from the exhaust there is something wrong in the engine. You can do this by holding a kleenex at the end of the muffler and making sure it doesn't get sucked back in. I also put my hand on the head (or whatever is cool enough to touch) and feel the motor to make sure it has a steady rhythm. If I don't have time to check myself I also always have the shop keep the spark plugs or intake filter so I can look at it and see how the engine is doing. You can learn a lot by reading the spark plugs.

But with only 1,300 miles the bike should be perfectly fine. As long as it doesn't leave a puddle of oil on the ground and it shifts normally you should be A-Okay.

 

[handyalbert11]

wow! thanks for all the info! this is definately gonna help notice anything major, but sounds like i need not be concerned