Tires - Yamaha TW200E W 2007 Owner's Manual

Tires

To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
cle, note the following points regarding
the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
WARNING
G The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
G
The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
EAU21571
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
0–90 kg (0–198 lb):
Front:
125 kPa (18 psi) (1.25 kgf/cm
Rear:
125 kPa (18 psi) (1.25 kgf/cm
90–180 kg (198–397 lb):
Front:
150 kPa (22 psi) (1.50 kgf/cm
Rear:
175 kPa (25 psi) (1.75 kgf/cm
Maximum load*:
EWA10500
180 kg (397 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go and accessories
WARNING
Proper loading of your motorcycle is
important for several characteristics
of your motorcycle; such as han-
dling, braking, performance and
safety. Do not carry loosely packed
items that can shift. Securely pack
your heaviest items close to the cen-
ter of the motorcycle, and distribute
the weight evenly from side to side.
Check the condition and pressure of
your tires. NEVER
YOUR MOTORCYCLE. Make sure
the total weight of the cargo, rider,
passenger, and accessories (fairing,
saddlebags, etc. if approved for this
model) does not exceed the maxi-
2
mum load of the motorcycle. Opera-
)
tion of an overloaded motorcycle
2
)
could cause tire damage, an acci-
dent, or even injury.
2
)
Tire inspection
2
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EWA10530
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire wear indicator
3. Tire tread depth
The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the tire shows crosswise lines
(minimum tread depth), if the tire has a
nail or glass fragments in it, or if the
OVERLOAD
sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha
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