Razgriz Posted 8, October 2009 Report Share Posted 8, October 2009 Hi guys, I recently picked up a 197 Does anyone know the correct engine run-in procedure? I was told not to rev it past 3,000 rpm for the first 500kms, but another person told me to 'drive it like it's stolen'. Is it mandatory to get a 1,000km service done, I'm guessing it's just an oil change? Here is a photo, sorry it's not the best quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dish Posted 8, October 2009 Report Share Posted 8, October 2009 Welcome! Looks like you're from Melb going by the rego? Can't say for sure either way what's best, but just make sure you don't keep revs at constant levels. Let that tacho swing a bit... the drive-it-like-you-stole-it routine works better with 2 stroke bike engines from what I recall reading a while back. Bear in mind that these engines will be bench tested anyway. Someone else said to me that cars such as those used at the BMW driver education venue in QLD are caned all day, every day, from day 1 and run more reliably than those that are pampered. I'd tend to ramp it up a smidge day by day. Don't baby it, but don't spank it too hard either. Whatever you do, just enjoy it! Cheers, Dish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffyn Posted 8, October 2009 Report Share Posted 8, October 2009 Welcome and congratulations! Definitely get the 1000k service done. Maintenance is key to these beasts. Keep em happy and they'll reward you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Posted 8, October 2009 Report Share Posted 8, October 2009 Hi - welcome - and yep - get the service. The "own a 197" is on my to do list.... just running a little behind with life and stuff at the moment. But i'll get there. In short - ENJOY!... i would / will. Cheers, WOLF i assume it's standard? ...or did u get extra gear with the purchase? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razgriz Posted 13, October 2009 Author Report Share Posted 13, October 2009 Yep I'm from Melbourne in the Mt Dandenong area. Hey Wolf it's Kayd. It's standard except for the floor matts and Ipod connecter that I brought from you. I brought some detailing products last night so I will give it a detail on the weekend and post up some more photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Posted 13, October 2009 Report Share Posted 13, October 2009 Hi Kayd, There being shipped today - uk time. Let me know how you go. Cheers, WOLF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walkie86 Posted 14, October 2009 Report Share Posted 14, October 2009 Welcome! Photos of detailing ASAP please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razgriz Posted 20, October 2009 Author Report Share Posted 20, October 2009 Here are some photos from the weekend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosey Posted 20, October 2009 Report Share Posted 20, October 2009 Hmm, that's one shiny 197 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffyn Posted 20, October 2009 Report Share Posted 20, October 2009 Nice. Fantastic location too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strife Posted 21, October 2009 Report Share Posted 21, October 2009 looks amazing! congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razgriz Posted 21, October 2009 Author Report Share Posted 21, October 2009 Here are a couple with a top gear photoshop effect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamR Posted 21, October 2009 Report Share Posted 21, October 2009 Congrats on the purchase! The road disappearing off into the distance in some of the pics looks very inviting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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