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VL800
VL800T/C
Under-inflated tires make smooth
cornering difficult, and can result
in rapid tire wear. Over-inflated
tires cause a smaller amount of
tire to be in contact with the road,
which can contribute to skidding
and loss of control.
NOTE: When you detect drops in
tire pressure, check the tire for
nails or other punctures, or a
damaged wheel rim. Tubeless
tires sometimes lose pressure
gradually when punctured.
Tire Condition and Type
Tire condition and tire type affect
motorcycle performance. Cuts or
cracks in the tires can lead to tire
failure and loss of motorcycle con-
trol. Worn tires are susceptible to
puncture failures and subsequent
loss of motorcycle control. Tire
wear also affects the tire profile,
changing motorcycle handling
characteristics.
Check the condition of your tires
each day before you ride. Replace
tires if tires show visual evidence
of damage, such as cracks or
cuts, or if tread depth is less than
1.6 mm (0.06 in) front, 2.0 mm
(0.08 in) rear.
LOAD
SOLO RIDING
WITH LIGHT
OR LITTLE
CARGO LOAD
DUAL RIDING
OR SOLO
RIDING
WITH HEAVY
CARGO LOAD
TIRE
FRONT
200 kPa
2.00 kgf/cm
2
29 psi
200 kPa
2.00 kgf/cm
2
29 psi
REAR
250 kPa
2.50 kgf/cm
2
36 psi
250 kPa
2.50 kgf/cm
2
36 psi
LOAD
SOLO RIDING
WITH LIGHT
OR LITTLE
CARGO LOAD
DUAL RIDING
OR SOLO
RIDING
WITH HEAVY
CARGO LOAD
TIRE
FRONT
225 kPa
2.25 kgf/cm
2
33 psi
225 kPa
2.25 kgf/cm
2
33 psi
REAR
250 kPa
2.50 kgf/cm
2
36 psi
250 kPa
2.50 kgf/cm
2
36 psi
Summary of Contents for 2008 VL800
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