PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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WARNING
EWA10561
●
It is dangerous to ride with a
worn-out tire. When a tire tread
begins to show crosswise lines,
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the tire immediately.
●
The replacement of all wheel
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
●
It is not recommended to patch
a punctured tube. If unavoid-
able, however, patch the tube
very carefully and replace it as
soon as possible with a high-
quality product.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with spoke
wheels and tube tires.
WARNING
EWA10461
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 Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
EAU21423
Tires (For cast wheel models)
To ensure maximum performance,
long service, and safe operation, note
the following:
Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire pres-
sure before operating the motorcycle.
WARNING
EWA11011
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or death from loss of
control.
Tire inflation pressure should be
checked and adjusted when the tem-
perature of the tire equals the ambi-
ent air temperature. Tire inflation
pressure must be adjusted accord-
ing to total weight of cargo, rider,
passenger, and accessories (wind-
shield, saddlebags, etc. if approved
for this model).
Front tire:
Size:
130/90-16M/C 67H
Manufacturer/model:
XV17ATZ
BRIDGESTONE/G703F
XV17ATZC
BRIDGESTONE/G703F
XV17ATZ DUNLOP/D404F
XV17ATZC DUNLOP/D404F
Rear tire:
Size:
150/80B16M/C 71H
Manufacturer/model:
XV17ATZ BRIDGESTONE/G702
XV17ATZC
BRIDGESTONE/G702
XV17ATZ DUNLOP/D404
XV17ATZC DUNLOP/D404
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