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Old 05-11-2005, 08:28 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default new 05 gixxer 1000

hey guys I will be picking up my new 05 gixxer 1000 this weekend. it is 230 miles away from home. I plan on riding it back to brake it in. is this a good idea? I heard it is not a good idea. what are general rules for brakin a new bike?