Spoke Wheels - Yamaha XT250 2008 Owner's Manual

with the local regulations.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with tube
tires.
WARNING
The front and rear tires should be of
the same make and design, other-
wise the handling characteristics of
the vehicle may be different, which
could lead to an accident.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
Front tire:
Size:
2.75-21 45P
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-6006
Rear tire:
Size:
120/80-18M/C 62P
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-6006
WARNING
G
It is dangerous to ride with a
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
worn-out tire. When a tire tread
begins to show crosswise lines,
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the tire immediately.
G The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, includ-
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ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
G It is not recommended to patch
a punctured tube. If unavoid-
able, however, patch the tube
very carefully and replace it as
soon as
high-quality product.
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Spoke wheels

To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
cle, note the following points regarding
the specified wheels.
possible with a
7-21
G
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.
G
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.
G
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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