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TIRE MAINTENANCE
Check the air pressure in all tires before riding.
Improper air pressure will affect handling, steering
response, traction; tire life, and rider comfort. Be sure
tires are inflated to the pressures shown below.
Recommended Pressure
Front
29 psi ± 1.2 psi
(200 kpa ± 8.3 kpa)
Rear
36 psi± 0.9 psi
(250 kpa ± 6.2 kpa)
WARNING:
Check the tire pressure carefully while inflating. Too
much air in the tire could cause the tire to burst,
causing serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Maintaining correct air pressure in the tires is very
important. Too little pressure could allow the tire to
rotate off the wheel rim. Too much pressure could
cause the tire to burst. Failure to maintain correct air
pressure in the tires could cause problems with
vehicle operation and stability, causing serious
personal injury.
TIRE REPAIR
When inspecting tires, always check for:
Bumps or bulges on the tire (replace if there are
any)
Cuts or cracks (replace if any fabric is visible)
Foreign objects such as nails embedded in tire
Excessive wear
If you drive over a pothole or any hard object, pull to
the side of the road and inspect the tire for possible
damage.
This motorcycle uses tubeless tires. If your tire is
punctured or damaged, it should be replaced using
only tubeless tires. A repaired tire may fail while riding
and is not as reliable as a new one. A temporary
repair can be made in an emergency situation, but the
tire should be replaced as soon as possible. Ride at
slow speeds and do not carry a passenger with a
repaired tire.
REPLACING TIRES
When tires are worn, the traction of the vehicle will
be decreased, which increases the chance of having
an accident. Tires should be replaced when the depth
on the tread is 1.6 in. (1.5 mm) or less on the front tire
or 0.08 in. (2 mm) on the rear tire (as measured from
the center of tread). Replace tire immediately if the
wear indicators are visible.
Always use identical replacement tires. Using
improper tires on the unit could cause loss of control,
which could increase your risk of accident.
Recommended tire size:
Front
90/90-‐21 54H
Rear
140/70-‐18 67H
When replacing a tire:
Have the tire replaced by your local service center.
Have the wheel balanced after installation.
Safety Reminders:
Do not replace with a radial tire. Using a different
type of tire may affect stability and handling.
Do not replace with car tires. The tire may
forcefully separate from the rim during installation,
causing serious injury or death. Car tires handle
differently than motorcycle tires and will negatively
affect handling.