Spoke Wheels - Yamaha TENERE XT660Z Owner's Manual

Front tire:
Size:
XT660Z 90/90-21M/C 54S
XT660Z 90/90-21M/C 54T
XT660ZA 90/90-21M/C 54S
Manufacturer/model:
XT660Z METZELER/ TOURANCE
XT660Z MICHELIN/SIRAC
XT660ZA PIRELLI/SCORPION
TRAIL
Rear tire:
Size:
XT660Z 130/80-17M/C 65S
XT660Z 130/80-17M/C 65T
XT660ZA 130/80-17M/C 65S
Manufacturer/model:
XT660Z METZELER/ TOURANCE
XT660Z MICHELIN/SIRAC
XT660ZA PIRELLI/SCORPION
TRAIL
WARNING
G Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
motorcycle with excessively
worn tires decreases riding
stability and can lead to loss of
control.
G The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, inclu-
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
ding the tires, should be left to
a Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional know-
ledge and experience.
G It is not recommended to patch
a punctured tube. If unavoida-
ble, however, patch the tube
very carefully and replace it as
soon as possible with a high-
quality product.
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Spoke wheels

The wheels on this model are not
designed for use with tubeless
tires. Do not attempt to use tube-
less tires on this model.
To maximize the performance, durabi-
lity, and safe operation of your
motorcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
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WARNING
G The wheel rims should be chec-
ked for cracks, bends or warpa-
ge, and the spokes for looseness
or damage before each ride. If
any damage is found, have a
Yamaha dealer replace the whe-
el. Do not attempt even the sma-
llest repair to the wheel. A defor-
med or cracked wheel must be
replaced.
G
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced.
An unbalanced wheel can result
in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
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