Suzuki GSX-R1000 2007, Service Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-27
TIRES
TIRE TREAD CONDITION
Operating the motorcycle with excessively worn tires will
decrease riding stability and consequently invite a dangerous
situation. It is highly recommended to replace a tire when the
remaining depth of tire tread reaches the following specification.
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09900-20805: Tire depth gauge
Tire tread depth:
Service Limit: FRONT: 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
REAR : 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
TIRE PRESSURE
If the tire pressure is too high or too low, steering will be
adversely affected and tire wear will increase. Therefore, main-
tain the correct tire pressure for good roadability and a longer
tire life. Cold inflation tire pressure is as follows.
Cold inflation tire pressure:
Solo riding: Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm 2 , 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm
2
, 42 psi)
Dual riding: Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2
, 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm
2
, 42 psi)
TIRE TYPE
BRIDGESTONE (Front: BT015F N, Rear: BT015R G)
Inspect every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months).
The standard tire fitted on this motorcycle is 120/70
ZR17 M/C (58 W) for the front and 190/50 ZR17 M/C (73
W) for the rear. The use of tires other than those spec-
ified may cause instability. It is highly recommended
to use the specified tires.