Checking The Tire Pressure - KTM 1190 RC8 R EU/UK 2009 Repair Manual

09/FRONT WHEEL
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The type, condition and air pressure of the tires all have a major impact on the handling of the motorcycle.
Worn tires have a negative effect on handling characteristics, especially on wet surfaces.

Checking the tire pressure

13.4
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Low tire pressure leads to abnormal wear and overheating of the tire.
Correct tire pressure tool kit comfort and maximum tire service life.
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Check the front and rear tires for cuts, run-in objects and other damage.
» If the tires exhibit cuts, run-in objects or other damage:
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Change the tires.
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Check the depth of the tread.
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Note local national regulations concerning the minimum tread depth.
Minimum tread depth
400602-10
» If the tread depth is less than the minimum permissible depth:
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Change the tires.
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Check the age of the tires.
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The tire's date of manufacture is usually part of the tire markings and is
indicated by the last four digits of the DOT marking. The first two digits refer
to the week of manufacture and last two digits refer to the year of manufac-
ture.
KTM recommends that the tires are changed regardless of the actual wear,
at the latest after five years.
» If a tire is more than five years old:
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Change the tires.
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Remove the dust cap.
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Check the tire pressure when the tires are cold.
Tire air pressure, Solo
Front
Rear
Tire air pressure with passenger / full payload
Front
100729-01
Rear
» If the tire pressure does not meet specifications:
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Correct the tire pressure.
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Mount the dust cap.
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The rubber seal in the dust cap prevents air leaking out of the tire if the
valve is defective.
≥ 2 mm (≥ 0.08 in)
2.5 bar (36 psi)
2.5 bar (36 psi)
2.5 bar (36 psi)
2.9 bar (42 psi)
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