Buell XB 2008 Series Service Manual page 83

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To prevent death or serious injury, use the following guidelines
when installing a new tire or repairing a flat:
Always locate and eliminate the cause of the original tire
failure.
The use of tires other than those specified can adversely
affect handling which could result in death or serious injury.
Tires and wheels are critical items. Since the servicing of
these components requires special tools and skills, Buell
recommends that you see your dealer for these services.
Replace punctured or damaged tires. In some cases, small
punctures in the tread area may be repaired from within
the demounted tire by a Buell dealer. Speed should NOT
exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) for the first 24 hours after repair,
and the repaired tire should NEVER be used over 80 mph
(130 km/h). Failure to follow this warning could result in
death or serious injury. (00118a)
Use only Buell approved tires. See a Buell dealer. Using
non-approved tires can adversely affect stability, which
could result in death or serious injury. (00133a)
Tires are a critical safety component. Contact a Buell
dealer for tire repair or replacement. Improper tire service
can adversely affect stability and handling, which could
result in death or serious injury. (00134a)
Buell tires are equipped with wear bars that run horizont-
ally across the tread. When wear bars become visible and
only 1/32 in. (0.8 mm) tread depth remains, replace tire
immediately. Using a worn tire can adversely affect stability
and handling, which could result in death or serious injury.
Use only Buell approved replacement tires. (00497d)
At regular intervals of 5000 miles (8000 km) or whenever
handling irregularities are noted, perform the recommended
service checks. Refer to Table
If tires must be replaced, same as original equipment tires must
be used. Other tires may not fit correctly and may be hazardous
to use.
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2008 XB Service: Chassis 2-7