Yamaha TW200ET Owner's Manual page 49

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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*:
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
OVERLOAD
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
YOUR MOTORCYCLE. Make sure
the total weight of the cargo, rider,
passenger, and accessories (fairing,
saddlebags, etc. if approved for this
2
)
model) does not exceed the maxi-
mum load of the motorcycle. Opera-
2
)
tion of an overloaded motorcycle
could cause tire damage, an acci-
2
)
dent, or even injury.
2
)
Tire inspection
3
EWA10530
1
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
sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the tire immediately.
NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with tube
tires.
2
6-14
Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.0 mm (0.04 in)
WARNING
G
The front and rear tires should
be of the same make and de-
sign, otherwise the handling
characteristics of the vehicle
cannot be guaranteed.
G
After extensive tests, only the
tires listed below have been ap-
proved
for
this
model
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
2
3
4
5
EWA10460
6
7
8
9
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