Tires - Yamaha Virago XV125S Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Tires

To ensure maximum performance,
long service, and safe operation,
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note the following:
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Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire
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pressure before
motorcycle.
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Tire inflation pressure should be
checked and adjusted when the
temperature of the tire equals the
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ambient air temperature. Tire infla-
tion pressure must be adjusted
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according to total weight of cargo,
rider, passenger, and accessories
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(fairing, saddlebags,
approved for this model), and vehi-
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cle speed.
EAU00647
Maximum load*
Cold tire pressure
Up to 90 kg
90 kg load ~
Maximum load*
* Load is the total weight of cargo, rider, passen-
ger, and accessories.
operating the
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etc. if
183 kg
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Front Rear
Proper loading of your motorcycle
175 kPa 200 kPa
(1.75 kg/cm 2 , (2.0 kg/cm 2 ,
is important for several character-
1.75 bar) 2.00 bar)
istics of your motorcycle, such as
200 kPa 225 kPa
(2.0 kg/cm 2 , (2.25 kg/cm 2 , handling,
2.00 bar) 2.25 bar)
and safety. Do not carry loosely
packed
Securely pack your heaviest items
close to the center of the motorcy-
cle, and distribute the weight
evenly from side to side. Properly
adjust the suspension for your
load, and check the condition and
pressure of your tires. NEVER
OVERLOAD YOUR MOTORCYCLE.
Make sure the total weight of the
cargo, rider, passenger, and acces-
sories (fairing, saddlebags, etc. if
approved for this model) does not
exceed the maximum load of the
motorcycle. Operation of an over-
loaded motorcycle could cause tire
damage, an accident, or even
injury.
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EW000083
braking, performance
items that can shift.