Tires; Rims; Chain - BMW G 650 Xmoto Rider's Manual

Tires

Measuring tire tread
depth
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Measure tire tread depth in
main tread grooves with wear
indicating marks.
Tires have wear indicators
integrated into the main
tread grooves. If the tire tread
has worn down to the level of
the marks, the tire is completely
worn. The locations of the marks
are indicated on the edge of the
tire, e.g. by the letters TI, TWI or
by an arrow.
If the tire tread depth no longer
complies with the legally required
minimum tread depth:
Replace tire.

Rims

Checking rims
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Visually inspect rims for de-
fects.
Have damaged rims checked
and, if necessary, replaced by
a specialized workshop, prefer-
ably an authorized BMW Mo-
torrad retailer.

Chain

Lubricating chain
Switch off ignition and engage
Neutral.
Dirt, dust and insufficient
lubrication will considerably
shorten the service life of the
drive chain.
Clean and lubricate the drive
chain regularly.
Clean drive chain with suitable
cleaning agent, dry and apply
chain lubricant.
Wipe off excess lubricant.
Checking chain tension
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Press chain upward and down-
ward using a screwdriver and
measure difference A.
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