Yamaha XCITY VP250 Owner's Manual page 50

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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NEVER OVERLOAD THE VEHI-
CLE! Operation of an overload-
ed vehicle may result in tire
damage, loss of control, or se-
vere injury. Make sure that the
total weight of rider, passenger,
cargo, and accessories does
not exceed the specified maxi-
mum load for the vehicle.
G Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
G
Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
vehicle and
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weight evenly on both sides.
G Adjust the tire air pressure with
regard to the load.
G
Check the tire condition and air
pressure before each ride.
Tire inspection
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1. Tire tread depth
2. Tire sidewall
The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the center tread depth reaches
distribute the
the specified limit, if the tire has a nail or
glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is
cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the tire immediately.
Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.6 mm (0.06 in)
NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations.
Tire information
This model is equipped with tubeless
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tires.
2
6-14
Front tire:
Size:
120/70-16 M/C 57P
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI/SPORT DEMON FRONT
Rear tire:
Size:
140/70-15 69P
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI/SPORT DEMON
WARNING
G
Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the vehi-
cle with excessively worn tires
decreases riding stability and
can lead to loss of control.
G
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.
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