Run your motorcycle in by the book! I didn't consider my avl run in until I had 1,000 miles on it and still went by the book for another 500 miles. Its a pain to do but IMHO well worth it. I now have over 4,000 miles on it and it idles well, starts with 1 kick hot 1 or 2 cold. Gets 68.5 mpg and can cruise 50-55 with no problem. I have had 0 problems with this motorcycle. So far I have done all the maintenance myself. oil change, cable lube, chain adjust, nut and bolt check and have enjoyed doing it.