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Changing the oil on a new motorcycle after the engine break-in period, typically around 600 miles, is recommended for a few reasons:

  1. Metal Particle Contamination: During the break-in period, the engine components wear and settle into their proper positions. This process can generate small metal particles as the components rub against each other. These particles can mix with the oil and circulate throughout the engine. Changing the oil after the break-in period helps remove these
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