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Old 07-17-2009, 08:47 PM   #11
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Whats a break in period??

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Old 07-17-2009, 08:49 PM   #12
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Whats a break in period??

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That's the first 5 years of a marriage.
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Old 07-17-2009, 08:50 PM   #13
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Eh,

Ride it hard from day one has always been my motto...

Even in my relationships
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Old 07-17-2009, 09:00 PM   #14
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Very nice!

I'd make a trip out to NW Arkansas for a spin around the block on that thing!

It's only 4 or 5 hours..really. I'll even bring my TLR!
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Old 07-17-2009, 09:25 PM   #15
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Smileyman, how are the ergonomics and comfort compared to the 636?
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Old 07-17-2009, 11:18 PM   #16
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Smileyman, how are the ergonomics and comfort compared to the 636?
but as someone who has sat on a 636 it's got to be better!!!
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Old 07-17-2009, 11:25 PM   #17
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I like the look but must admit the front view makes me think of a praying mantis
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Old 07-17-2009, 11:32 PM   #18
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The seat wins hands down, bars are a lil higher but just as far a reach, and the pegs are a tad cramped for my 33 in inseam. BUT my Zxh has Arata rearsets so I am used to that. Overall it is very comfy and more upright, big plus is it is way narrow so your legs are under you. Tha plus a
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What I was trying to say before my phone took a dump was the suspension is way more compliant and plush meaning it is alot more pleasant to cruise on...
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Old 07-17-2009, 11:38 PM   #20
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Whats a break in period??

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Thanks. My break in is 5 or 6 heat cycles or a tank of fuel whichever comes first, varied rpm and throttle positions for a graduated rpm range. Then the first new oil and filter...
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