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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
(minimum tread depth), if the tire has a
nail or glass fragments in it, or if the
sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the tire immediately.
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Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
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1.0 mm (0.04 in)
TIP
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The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
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with the local regulations.
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Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with spoke
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wheels and tube tires.
WARNING
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The front and rear tires should be of
the same make and design, other-
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wise the handling characteristics of
the vehicle may be different, which
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could lead to an accident.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
Front tire:
Size:
80/100-21 51M
Manufacturer/model:
IRC/VE-32
Rear tire:
Size:
4.10-18 59M
Manufacturer/model:
IRC/FARM SPECIAL-Z2
WARNING
G
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.
G
The replacement of all wheel
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and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
G
It is not recommended to patch
a punctured tube. If unavoid-
able, however, patch the tube
very carefully and replace it as
soon
as
high-quality product.
Spoke wheels
The wheels on this model are not de-
signed for use with tubeless tires.
Do not attempt to use tubeless tires
on this model.
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
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cle, note the following points regarding
the specified wheels.
possible
with
a
7-16
WARNING
G
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.
G
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.
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