Spoke Wheels - Yamaha 2001 V Star XVS650A Owner's Manual

WARNING
_
The front and rear tires should
be of the same make and de-
sign, otherwise the handling
characteristics of the motor-
cycle cannot be guaranteed.
After extensive tests, only the
tires listed below have been ap-
proved for this
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
_
CE-10E
FRONT (XVS650)
Manufacturer Size
Bridgestone 100/90-19 57S
Dunlop 100/90-19 57S
REAR (XVS650)
Manufacturer Size
Bridgestone 170/80-15 M/C 77S
Dunlop 170/80-15 M/C 77S
CE-10E
FRONT (XVS650A)
Manufacturer Size
Bridgestone 130/90-16 67S
Dunlop 130/90-16 67S
REAR (XVS650A)
Manufacturer Size
Bridgestone 170/80-15 M/C 77S
Dunlop 170/80-15 M/C 77S
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
EW000078
WARNING
_
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.
The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, includ-
model by
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
Model
It is not recommended to patch
L309
a punctured tube. If unavoid-
F24
able, however, patch the tube
very carefully and replace it as
Model
soon as possible with a high-
G546
quality product.
K555
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Model
G703
D404F
Model
G702
D404G
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Spoke wheels

To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle,
regarding the specified wheels.
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note the following
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.
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.
Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be "broken in" for it
to develop its optimal characteris-
tics.
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points
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