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14.1
Checking the tire air pressure
Info
Low tire air pressure leads to abnormal wear and overheating of the tire.
Correct tire air pressure ensures optimal riding comfort and maximum tire service life.
400695-01
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Remove the protection cap.
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Check the tire air pressure when the tires are cold.
Tire air pressure, offroad
Front
0.9 bar (13 psi)
Rear
0.7 bar (10 psi)
Tire air pressure, road
Front
1.5 bar (22 psi)
Rear
1.5 bar (22 psi)
» If the tire pressure does not meet specifications:
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Correct the tire pressure.
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Mount protection cap.
14.2
Checking the tire condition
Info
Only mount tires approved and/or recommended by KTM.
Other tires could have a negative effect on handling characteristics.
The type, condition, and air pressure of the tires all have a major impact on the handling characteristics of the motorcycle.
The tires mounted on the front and rear wheels must have a similar profile.
Worn tires have a negative effect on riding behavior, especially on wet surfaces.
If used regularly on public roads, tires wear much faster and the minimum tread depth and general condition of the tires must
be checked more frequently.
400602-10
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Check the front and rear tires for cuts, run-in objects, and other damage.
» If the tires exhibit cuts, run-in objects, or other damage:
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Change the tires.
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Check the depth of the tread.
Info
Note local national regulations concerning the minimum tread depth.
Minimum tread depth
≥
2 mm (
≥
0.08 in)
» If the tread depth is less than the minimum permissible depth:
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Change the tires.
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Check the age of the tires.
Info
The tire's date of manufacture is usually part of the tire markings and is
indicated by four digits. The first two digits refer to the week of manufac-
ture and last two digits refer to the year of manufacture.
KTM recommends that the tires be changed after 5 years at the latest,
regardless of the actual state of wear.
» If a tire is more than 5 years old:
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Change the tires.
