Checking The Tire Condition; Checking Tire Pressure - KTM 250 SX 2020 Owner's Manual

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Checking the tire condition

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Only mount tires approved and/or recommended by KTM.
Other tires could have a negative effect on handling characteristics.
The type, condition, and pressure of the tires all have a major impact on the handling characteristic of the
motorcycle.
The tires mounted on the front and rear wheels must have a similar profile.
Worn tires have a negative effect on handling characteristics, especially on wet surfaces.
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Checking tire pressure

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Low tire pressure leads to abnormal wear and overheating of the tire.
Correct tire pressure ensures optimal riding 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 have cuts, run-in objects, or other damage:
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Change the tires.
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Check the tire age.
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The tire date of manufacture is usually contained in the
tire label and is indicated by the last four digits of the
DOT number. The first two digits indicate the week of
manufacture and the last two digits the year of manu-
facture.
KTM recommends that the tires be changed after 5
years at the latest, regardless of the actual state of
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wear.
» If the tires are more than 5 years old:
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Change the tires.
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Remove the protection cap.
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Check the tire pressure when the tires are cold.
Offroad tire pressure
front
rear
» If the tire pressure does not meet specifications:
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Correct the tire pressure.
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Mount the protection cap.
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WHEELS, TIRES 13
1.0 bar (15 psi)
1.0 bar (15 psi)
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