Printed : 8/13/01
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TIRES & WHEELS
CHECKING THE TIRE PRESSURE
Sufficient tire pressure is vital for safe and proper handling.
Overinflation may impair ride comfort and reduce the ground
contact of the tires.
Insufficient tire pressure will result in:
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Poor handling and may cause the motorcycle to
“wander.”
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Rapid tire wear.
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Increase fuel consumption,
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Inhibit performance
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Less control.
Use a gauge to measure the pressure in a cold tire.
Regulate the tire pressure before each ride.
SERVICE : Tires, front, size
80/100x21
SERVICE : Tires, rear, size
110/90x19
SERVICE : Tires, front, tire cold pressure
14 psi (96.5 kPa)
SERVICE : Tires, rear, tire pressure
14 psi (96.5 kPa)
INSPECTING THE TIRES
Inspect each tire for worn tread, cracks, or other damage. If
damaged, replace with new tires.
Check the valve stem for cracks or other damage. If
damage is found, replace with a new inner tube. A tilted tire
valve stem indicates that the tire has slipped out of position
and must be remounted properly.
Make sure the tire valve locknut is secure and the rimlock
nut is tightened to its specified torque.
NOTE : If the tire or inner tube needs to be replaced or
remounted, contact an authorized Cannondale dealer for
servicing.
TORQUE : Rimlock nut
9lbf-ft (12.2 N•m).
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating this vehicle with improper tires, or with
improper or uneven tire pressure.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Use of improper tires on this vehicle, or operation
of this vehicle with improper or uneven tire
pressure, may cause loss of control, increasing
your risk of having an accident which could result
in severe injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always use the size and type tires specified in the
Owner’s Manual for this vehicle.
Always maintain proper tire pressure as described
in this Owner’s Manual.
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