Suzuki gw250F Owner's Manual page 84

TIRE PRESSURE AND LOADING
Proper tire pressure and proper tire
loading are important factors. Over-
loading your tires can lead to tire fail-
ure and loss of vehicle control.
Check tire pressure each day before
you ride, and be sure the pressure is
correct for the vehicle load according
to the table below. Tire pressure
should only be checked and adjusted
before riding, since riding will heat up
the tires and lead to higher inflation
pressure readings.
Under-inflated tires make smooth cor-
nering difficult, and can result in rapid
tire wear. Over-inflated tires cause a
smaller amount of tire to be in contact
with the road, which can contribute to
skidding and loss of control.
Cold Tire Inflation Pressure
LOAD
SOLO RIDING
TIRE
250 kPa
FRONT 2.50 kgf/cm
36 psi
250 kPa
REAR 2.50 kgf/cm
36 psi
NOTE: When you detect drops in tire
pressure, check the tire for nails or
other punctures, or a damaged wheel
rim. Tubeless tires sometimes lose
pressure gradually when punctured.
DUAL RIDING
250 kPa
2.50 kgf/cm
2 2
36 psi
250 kPa
2.50 kgf/cm
2 2
36 psi
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TIRE CONDITION AND TYPE
Proper tire condition and proper tire
type affect vehicle performance. Cuts
or cracks in the tires can lead to tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
Worn tires are susceptible to puncture
failures and subsequent loss of vehi-
cle control. Tire wear also affects the
tire profile, changing vehicle handling
characteristics.
Check the condition of your tires each
day before you ride. Replace tires if
tires show visual evidence of damage,
such as cracks or cuts, or if tread
depth is less than 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
front, 2.0 mm (0.08 in) rear.