PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with cast
wheels and tubeless tires.
EWA10461
WARNING
_
The front and rear tires should be of
the same make and design, other-
wise the handling characteristics of
the vehicle may be different, which
could lead to an accident.
_
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Thai Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
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Cast wheels
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
note the following points regarding the
specified wheels.
●
The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends, warpage or oth-
er damage before each ride. If any
damage is found, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair to
the wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
●
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.
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Checking the brake lever free
play
There should be no free play at the
brake lever end. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
EWA14211
WARNING
_
A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
lever can indicate the presence of
air in the hydraulic system. If there
is air in the hydraulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer bleed the system be-
fore operating the vehicle. Air in the
hydraulic system will diminish the
braking performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control and an acci-
dent.
_
Front tire:
Size:
90/90-12 54J
Manufacturer/model:
IRC/MB82
Rear tire:
Size:
90/90-12 54J
Manufacturer/model:
IRC/MB81
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