PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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WARNING
EWA10560
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.
EAU21940
Spoke wheels To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends or warpage, and
the spokes for looseness or dam-
age before each ride. If any dam-
age is found, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair to
the wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.
Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be
“broken in ” for it
to develop its optimal characteris-
tics.
Front tire: Size:
70/90-17M/C 38
P
Manufacturer/model:IRC/NF63B
DUNLOP/ D 102 FA
Rear tire:
Size:80/90-17M/C 44P
Manufacturer/model:
IRC/NR78Y
DUNLOP/ D 102 A
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