Tires - Yamaha Wild Star XV1600A Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Tires

To ensure maximum performance,
long service, and safe operation, note
the following:
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Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire pres-
sure before operating the motorcycle.
WARNING
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Tire inflation pressure should be
checked and adjusted when the
temperature of the tire equals the
ambient air temperature. Tire infla-
tion pressure must be adjusted ac-
cording to total weight of cargo,
rider, passenger, and accessories
(windshield, saddlebags, etc. if ap-
EAU01745*
proved for this model).
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CE-40E
Maximum load*
Cold tire pressure
Up to 90 kg load*
90 kg load ~
Maximum load*
* Load is the total weight of cargo, rider, passenger,
and accessories.
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Proper loading of your motorcycle
is important for several characteris-
tics of your motorcycle, such as
handling, braking, performance and
safety. Do not carry loosely packed
items that can shift. Securely pack
your heaviest items close to the
center of the motorcycle, and dis-
tribute the weight evenly from side
to side. Properly adjust the suspen-
sion for your load, and check the
XV1600A 196 kg
Front Rear
condition and pressure of your tires.
250 kPa 250 kPa
NEVER OVERLOAD YOUR MOTOR-
2 2
(2.50 kg/cm , (2.50 kg/cm ,
CYCLE. Make sure the total weight
2.50 bar) 2.50 bar)
of the cargo, rider, passenger, and
250 kPa 280 kPa
2 2
(2.50 kg/cm , (2.80 kg/cm ,
accessories (windshield, saddle-
2.50 bar) 2.80 bar)
bags, etc. if approved for this model)
does not exceed the maximum load
of the motorcycle. Operation of an
overloaded motorcycle could cause
tire damage, an accident, or even in-
jury.
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WARNING
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