Spoke Wheels - Yamaha YZ85 2013 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
Front tire:
Size:
YZ85 70/100-17 40M
YZ85E 70/100-17 40M
YZ85LW 70/100-19 42M
YZ85LWE 70/100-19 42M
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/MX51F
Rear tire:
Size:
YZ85 90/100-14 49M
YZ85E 90/100-14 49M
YZ85LW 90/100-16 52M
YZ85LWE 90/100-16 52M
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/MX51
WARNING
 Have a Yamaha dealer replace
7
excessively worn tires. Operat-
ing the motorcycle with exces-
sively worn tires decreases
riding stability and can lead to
loss of control.
 The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
 It is not recommended to patch
a punctured tube. If unavoid-
able, however, patch the tube
very carefully and replace it as
soon as possible with a high-
quality product.
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Spoke wheels

The wheels on this model are not
designed for use with tubeless tires.
Do not attempt to use tubeless tires
on this model.
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle,
regarding the specified wheels.
 The
 The wheel should be balanced
7-17
WARNING
note the following
wheel rims should
checked for cracks, bends, warp-
age or other damage and the
spokes for looseness or damage
before each ride. If any damage is
found, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the wheel. Do not attempt
even the smallest repair to the
wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
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.
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