Yamaha Venture XVZ13TFW, Owner'S Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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in it, or if the sidewall is cracked, con-
tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and
have the tire replaced.
WARNING
EWA10520
It is dangerous to ride with a worn-
out tire. When a tire tread begins to
show lines, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the tire immediately. Brakes,
tires and related wheel parts re-
placement should also be left to a
Yamaha dealer.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with cast
wheels and tubeless tires.
WARNING
EWA10460
● The front and rear tires should
be of the same make and de-
sign, otherwise the handling
characteristics of the vehicle
cannot be guaranteed.
● After extensive tests, only the
tires listed below have been ap-
proved for this model by
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
EAU21992
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
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.
●
Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be “broken in” for it
to develop its optimal characteris-
tics.
● After repairing or replacing the rear
tire, tighten the valve stem nut and
locknut to the specified torques.
Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Front tire:
Size:
150/80-16M/C 71H
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D404F
BRIDGESTONE/G705G
Rear tire:
Size:
150/90B15M/C 74H
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D404
BRIDGESTONE/G702G
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