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TIRE INFLATION
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WARNING
Do not inflate tire beyond maximum pressure as speci-
fied on sidewall. Over inflated tires can blow out, which
could result in death or serious injury. (00027a)
Check tire pressure and tread:
Before every ride.
Check for proper front and rear tire pressures when tires are
cold. Compare pressure against
Table 1-4. Tire Specifications/Pressures
P3 Tires
Front
Dunlop 100/80 16 50s K330
Rear
Dunlop 120/80 16 60s K330
WHEEL BEARINGS
The wheel bearings are sealed units, no greasing or mainte-
nance is required. Replace when worn. Excessive play or
roughness indicates worn bearings that require replacement.
Check front and rear wheel bearings for wear:
Every time a wheel is removed.
When storing or removing the motorcycle for the season.
Check wheel bearings for wear and corrosion. Excessive play
or roughness indicates worn bearings. Replace bearings in
sets only.
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WARNING
Table 1-4.
SOLO LOADED
RIDING TO GVWR
28 psi 32 psi
(193 kPa) (220 kPa)
30 psi 36 psi
(207 kPa) (248 kPa)
TIRE TREAD INSPECTION
See Figure 1-11. Tread wear indicator bars will appear on tire
tread surfaces when 1/32 inch (0.79 mm) or less of tire tread
remains. Arrows on tire sidewalls pinpoint location of wear
bar indicators. Always remove tires from service before they
reach the tread wear indicator bars (1/32 of an inch [(0.79
mm)] tread pattern depth remaining).
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Figure 1-11. Tread Wear Indicators
New tires are needed if any of the following conditions exist.
1. Tread wear indicator bars become visible on the tread
surfaces.
2. Tire cords or fabric become visible through cracked side-
walls, snags or deep cuts.
3. A bump, bulge or split in the tire.
4. Puncture, cut or other damage to the tire that cannot be
repaired.
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Sidewall
Tread Surface