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TIRE INFLATION
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WARNING WARNING
Use only Buell approved tires. See a Buell dealer.
Using non-approved tires can adversely affect stabil-
ity, which could result in death or serious injury.
(00133a)
Do not inflate tire beyond maximum pressure as
specified on sidewall. Over inflated tires can blow
out, which could result in death or serious injury.
(00027a)
Check tire pressure and tread:
Before every ride.
Check for proper front and rear tire pressures when tires are
cold. Compare pressure against
Table 1-7. Tire Pressures
PRESSURE FOR
TIRE
SOLO RIDING
Front 34 PSI
Dunlop
Rear 36 PSI
TIRE REPLACEMENT
See Figure 1-23. Treadwear indicator bars will appear on tire
tread surfaces when 1/32 in. (0.8 mm) or less of tire tread
remains. Letters that say TWI on tire sidewalls pinpoint loca-
tion of wear indicator bars. Always remove tires from service
before they reach the treadwear indicator bars (1/32 in. [0.8
mm] tread pattern depth remaining).
Replace the tires when the tire wear indicator bars appear.
New tires are needed if any of the following conditions exist.
1. Tire wear indicator bars become visible on the tread sur-
faces.
2. Tire cords or fabric become visible through cracked side-
walls, snags or deep cuts.
3. A bump, bulge or split in the tire.
4. Puncture, cut or other damage to the tire that cannot be
repaired.
Table 1-7.
PRESSURE
AT GVWR
234 kPa
Same as
solo riding
248 kPa
12380
Figure 1-23. Tire Wear Indicatior Bars (TWI)
Pirelli Scorpion Sync
WHEEL BEARINGS
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WARNING WARNING
Never use compressed air to "spin-dry" bearings. Very
high bearing speeds can damage unlubricated bearings.
Spinning bearings with compressed air can also cause a
bearing to fly apart, which could result in death or seri-
ous injury.
Check front and rear wheel bearings for wear:
Every time a wheel is removed.
When storing or removing the motorcycle for the season.
Check wheel bearings for wear and corrosion. Excessive play
or roughness indicates worn bearings. Replace bearings in
sets only.
2007 Buell Ulysses: Maintenance
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