Owner`s manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EW000083
WARNING
_
Proper loading of your motorcycle
is important for several characteris-
tics of your motorcycle, such as
handling, braking, performance and
safety. Do not carry loosely packed
items that can shift. Securely pack
your heaviest items close to the
center of the motorcycle, and dis-
tribute the weight evenly from side
to side. Properly adjust the suspen-
sion for your load, and check the
condition and pressure of your tires.
NEVER OVERLOAD YOUR MOTOR-
CYCLE. Make sure that the total
weight of the cargo, rider, passen-
ger, and accessories (cowling, sad-
dlebags, etc. if approved for this
model) does not exceed the maxi-
mum load of the motorcycle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded motorcycle
could cause tire damage, an acci-
dent, or even injury.
_
Tire inspection
Always check the tires before operating
the motorcycle. If a tire tread shows
crosswise lines (minimum tread depth),
if the tire has a nail or glass fragments
in it, or if the sidewall is cracked, con-
tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and
have the tire replaced.
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Load* Front Rear
Up to 90 kg (198 lb)
225 kPa
(2.25 kgf/cm
2
,
33 psi)
250 kPa
(2.50 kgf/cm
2
,
36 psi)
90 kg (198 lb)–
maximum
225 kPa
(2.25 kgf/cm
2
,
33 psi)
250 kPa
(2.50 kgf/cm
2
,
36 psi)
Maximum load* 203 kg (448 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire wear indicator
a. Tire tread depth
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