Spoke Wheels - Yamaha DT125R Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Spoke wheels

To maximize the performance, dura-
bility, and safe operation of your
motorcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
8 The
wheel rims
checked for cracks, bends or
warpage, and the spokes for
looseness or damage before
each ride. If any damage is
found, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the
attempt even the smallest repair
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to the wheel. A deformed or
cracked wheel must be replaced.
8 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
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
EAU00685 8 Ride at moderate speeds after
should be
wheel. Do not
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be "broken in" for
it to develop its optimal charac-
teristics.
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