Zero DS 2012, Owner'S Manual

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5-10
Inspect both tires for the following:
•
Cuts, cracks, splits, or missing tread lugs in the
tread or sidewall area
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Bumps or bulges within the tire body
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Uneven tire tread wear. Wear on one side of the
tire tread or flat spots in the tire tread indicate a
problem with the tire or motorcycle.
•
Exposed tire thread or cords
If either of the wheels or tires are found to have any
of the above conditions, replace the wheel and tire
immediately.
Tire Inflation
CAUTION: Under-inflation is the most common cause
of tire failure and may result in severe tire cracking,
tread separation, “blowout,” or unexpected loss of
motorcycle control causing personal injury and
possible death.
Tire pressure should be checked and adjusted before
each ride. Tire pressure is checked using an
accurate gauge when the tires are cold. This means
that the tires have not been ridden on for 3 hours.
Always replace the valve stem cap when finished.
Drive Belt
The belt drive provides low maintenance and quiet
operation with minimal stretch. Keep dirt, grease, oil,
and debris off the belt and sprockets.
The drive belt tension should be checked and
adjusted at the intervals specified in the
Maintenance Schedule. See Maintenance Schedule
on pages 5-24 through 5-26.
MODEL FRONT REAR
S 220 kpa
(32 psi) 241 kpa
(35 psi)
DS 220 kpa
(32 psi)
241 kpa
(35 psi)