I purchased a new 2006 Honda Rebel a couple of months ago and decided to change the oil at 250 miles because I was told that a new engine will have metal shavings in the oil. So I changed it and did see the tiny specks of metal.
So then I spoke to another person about it and was told that this was NOT normal and to take it back to the dealer.
Now I don't know what to think. Does anyone know for sure??
2006-08-24 04:52:09 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Stop and listen- please. Metal shaving during the break-in period are 100% NORMAL. The engine is breaking in- the pistons are conforming to the cylinder walls and some small metal shavings are normal- infact it's supposed to happen. It means your engine is breaking in properly. I have years of experience with this, it is 100% normal.
2006-08-24 09:09:25 · answer #1 · answered by yazukka 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A motorcycle with an oil filter will strain any metal shavings in the oil. Since your bike only has a screen, some metal will be evident. To give yourself piece of mind, ride it for another 100mi and drain a few ounces out. If you see any metal, top up the oil level. Take it to your dealer for an oil change. Tell them about the metal and make sure that is mentioned on the re[air order. This way you will have a record of your concerns. Keep a friendly relationship with the service manager during the life time of your bike. If you have problems after the warranty runs out, your good friend, the service manager, will ask Honda to repair your bike under their "good will" policy.
2006-08-24 05:19:44 · answer #2 · answered by guardrailjim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is normal for a new engine to have metal shavings in the oil. Clean the screen, put new oil in and ride it. Change the oil every 500 to 1000 miles and clean the screen every other oil change. You may still see some metal flakes in the first 3000 miles, but they will diminish.
If you store the bike during winter, change the oil and ride around the block (to warm it up) before storing it. In the spring, change the oil before you ride it again.
2006-08-24 06:30:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, since you did it & found them yes, they do happen...friction happens & oil isn't in all places when it needs to be...
If by some chance someone else had found them & made you panic, then tried to sell you a load of goods, I would still say it is normal, & to look for the shaker of shavings they have to put into your motor. They should become less noticable as time goes on, but wear & tear is just that! Use a *good* oil & change it at proper intervals, unfailingly.
Why do you think rings leak after a while? Where would the by product from that wear go? Into your oil pan...
Relax, change your oil religiously & do regular upkeep on your cycle, & all will be fine.
2006-08-24 05:01:16 · answer #4 · answered by fairly smart 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, don't take it back to the dealer. The shavings are perfectly normal. As most of the other guys here have said, it is normal break in wear and tear. The pistons and rings are beginning to seat into the cylinder heads. The cylinder heads are designed to be a little tight to allow the pistons to wear them into a snug fit. The shavings are a result of this fitting process. It is like breaking in a pair of shoes. Instead of shavings, the leather stretches a little to fit your foot.
You could have waited until 800 miles to change your oil. When you get there, change your filter also.
2006-08-24 05:23:43 · answer #5 · answered by x 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Normal for pistons to scrape off fileings and metal from bearings to show up it is the next couple of oil changes every thing should stay clean. If ir runs good no noises just keep watching each of the next changes take the oil drain pan out in to the sun and see sparkles in the sunlight.
2006-08-24 04:58:52 · answer #6 · answered by John Paul 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Keep the bike or pass it on to someone you know the only time you the shaving is 000001 to 6000 for a small bike the oil will not be clear for smaller parts but by now it should had gonna a way. But keep a record and show it to your dealer (but two time only and do it this week end)
2006-08-24 07:55:24 · answer #7 · answered by O'Henry 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it's normal. No matter how well the engine and the parts are machined, you're bound to get some metal flecks in the oil while you're breaking it in. Change your oil again at 1,000 miles and again at 3,000 miles. If you still see metal flecks in the oil at 3,000 miles, talk to a mechanic at a Honda dealership.
2006-08-24 04:57:13 · answer #8 · answered by sarge927 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its normal, You can change the oil a couple times and still see metal bits on a new motor, I would have changed the oil sooner but I use the Motoman breakin,
http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm
2006-08-24 05:34:56 · answer #9 · answered by Paul S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree that metal shaving are not supposed to be in your oil. Kind of defeats the purpose of using a lubricant.
2006-08-24 04:57:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋