PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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WARNING
EWA11020
Because loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking,
performance and safety characteris-
tics of your motorcycle, you should
keep the following precautions in
mind.
●
NEVER OVERLOAD THE
MOTORCYCLE! Operation of an
overloaded motorcycle may re-
sult in tire damage, loss of con-
trol, or severe injury. Make sure
that the total weight of rider,
passenger, cargo, and accesso-
ries does not exceed the speci-
fied maximum load for the
vehicle.
●
Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
●
Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
motorcycle and distribute the
weight evenly on both sides.
●
Adjust the suspension and tire
air pressure with regard to the
load.
●
Check the tire condition and air
pressure before each ride.
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the tire shows crosswise lines
(minimum tread depth), if the tire has a
nail or glass fragments in it, or if the
sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the tire immediately.
NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with tube
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.
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire tread depth
3. Tire wear indicator
Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.0 mm (0.04 in)
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