Tire Replacement - Triumph Sprint ST Owner's Handbook Manual

Tire Replacement

All Triumph motorcycles are carefully and
extensively tested in a range of riding
conditions to ensure that the most effective
tire combinations are approved for use on
each model. It is essential that approved tires,
mounted in approved combinations, are used
when purchasing replacement tires. The use
of non-approved tires, or approved tires in
non-approved combinations, may lead to
motorcycle instability and an accident. On
models equipped with ABS, different wheel
speeds, caused by mounting non-approved
tires can affect the function of the ABS
computer.
See the Specification section for details of
approved tire combinations. Always have tires
mounted and balanced by your authorized
Triumph dealer who has the necessary
training and skills to ensure safe, effective
mounting.
Warning
On models equipped with ABS, the ABS
computer operates by comparing the
relative speed of the front and rear wheels.
Use of non-recommended tires can affect
wheel speed and cause the ABS function
not to operate, potentially leading to loss of
control and an accident in conditions
where the ABS would normally function.
Maintenance and Adjustment
Warning
If a tire sustains a puncture, the tire must
be replaced. Failure to replace a punctured
tire, or operation with a repaired tire can
lead to instability, loss of control or an
accident.
Warning
Do not install tube-type tires on tubeless
rims. The bead will not seat and the tires
could slip on the rims, causing rapid tire
deflation that may result in a loss of vehicle
control and an accident. Never install an
inner tube inside a tubeless tire. This will
cause friction inside the tire and the
resulting heat build-up may cause the tube
to burst resulting in rapid tire deflation, loss
of vehicle control and an accident.
Warning
If tire damage is suspected, such as after
striking the curb, ask your authorized
Triumph dealer to inspect the tire both
internally and externally. Remember, tire
damage may not always be visible from
the outside. Operation of the motorcycle
with damaged tires could lead to loss of
control and an accident.
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