Triumph 2010 Rocket III, Handbook

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Maintenance and Adjustment
Tyre Wear
As the tyre tread wears down, the tyre
becomes more susceptible to punctures and
failure. It is estimated that 90% of all tyre
problems occur during the last 10% of tread
life (90% worn). It is, therefore, false
economy and unsafe to use tyres until they
are worn to their minimum.
Minimum Recommended Tread
Depth
In accordance with the periodic maintenance
chart, measure the depth of the tread with a
depth gauge, and replace any tyre that has
worn to, or beyond the minimum allowable
tread depth specified in the table below:
Warning
Incorrect tyre inflation will cause abnormal
tread wear and instability problems that
may lead to loss of control and an accident.
Under-inflation may result in the tyre
slipping on, or coming off the rim.
Over-inflation will cause instability and
accelerated tread wear.
Both conditions are dangerous as they may
cause loss of control leading to an accident.
Under 130 km/h
(80 mph) 2 mm (0.08 in)
Over 130 km/h
(80 mph) Rear 3 mm (0.12 in)
Front 2 mm (0.08 in)
Warning
This motorcycle must not be operated
above the legal road speed limit except in
authorised closed course conditions.
Warning
Only operate this Triumph motorcycle at
high speed in closed-course on-road
competition or on closed-course race
tracks. High-speed operation should only
then be attempted by riders who have
been instructed in the techniques
necessary for high-speed riding and are
familiar with the motorcycle’s
characteristics in all conditions.
High-speed operation in any other
circumstances is dangerous and will lead to
loss of motorcycle control and an accident.