KYMCO Mongoose 50-2T, Service Manual

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3
. INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT
3-16
WHEELS/TIRES
Check the tires for cuts, imbedded nails or
other damages.
Check the tire pressure.
TIRE PRESSURE
1 Rider
Front 25kPa(0.22kgf/cm
²
,3.6psi)
Rear 25kPa(0.22kgf/cm
²
,3.6psi)
90 cc:
Front: 18*7-8
Rear : 18*9-8
70cc/50cc:
Front: 16*8-7
Rear : 16*8-7
Check the front wheel hub nut for
looseness.
Check the rear wheel hub nut for looseness.
If the axle nuts are loose, tighten them to the
specified torque.
Torque :
Front: 60 N-m(6 kgf-m, 43 lbf-ft)
Rear : 70 N-m(7 kgf-m, 50 lbf-ft)
WHEEL INSPECTION
Inspect the tire surfaces.
Replace if wear or damage.
Tire wear limit : 3 mm (0.12 in)
Front Axle Nut
Tire pressure should be checked when
tires are cold.
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Rear Axle Nut
It is dangerous to ride with a worn out
tire. When a tire wear is out of
specification, replace the tire
immediately.
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