Buell 2002 P3 Service Manual page 82

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WARNING
Use the following guidelines when installing a new tire or
repairing a flat. Failure to comply with the guidelines
below could result in death or serious injury.
1. Always locate and eliminate the cause of the original
tire failure.
2. Do not patch or vulcanize a tire casing. These proce-
dures weaken the casing and increase the risk of a
blowout.
3. Do not use tires other than those specified.
4. Tires and wheels are critical items. Since the servic-
ing of these components requires special tools and
skills, Buell recommends that you see your dealer
for these services.
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WARNING
Buell recommends replacement of any tire punctured or
damaged. In some cases small punctures in the tread
area may be repaired from within the demounted tire by
your Buell dealer. Speed should not exceed 50 mph (80
km/h) for the first 24 hours after repair and the repaired
tire should NEVER be used over 80 mph (128 km/h).
In emergency situations, if a temporary repair is made,
ride slowly with as light of a load as possible until the tire
is permanently repaired or replaced.
Failure to follow this warning could result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING
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WARNING
Excessively worn tires adversely affect motorcycle trac-
tion, steering and handling, which could result in death
or serious injury.
At regular intervals of 5000 miles (8000 km) or whenever
handling irregularities are noted, perform the recommended
service checks. See Table 2-2.
If tires must be replaced, same as original equipment tires
must be used. Other tires may not fit correctly and may be
hazardous to use.
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2002 Buell P3: Chassis 2-7