Spoke Wheels - Yamaha XT250L 2014 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
used or have only been used occasion-
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ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall
rubber, sometimes accompanied by
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carcass deformation, is an evidence of
ageing. Old and aged tires shall be
checked by tire specialists to ascertain
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their suitability for further use.
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WARNING
The front and rear tires should be of
5 the same make and design, other-
wise the handling characteristics of
the vehicle may be different, which
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could lead to an accident.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
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ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha.
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Front tire:
Size:
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2.75-21 45P
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TW-301G
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Rear tire:
Size:
120/80-18M/C 62P
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Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TW-302G
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Spoke wheels

WARNING
The wheels on this model are not de-
signed for use with tubeless tires.
Do not attempt to use tubeless tires
on this model.
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To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
cle, note the following points regarding
the specified wheels.

The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends, warpage or oth-
er damage, and the spokes for
looseness or damage before each
ride. If any damage is found, have
a Yamaha dealer replace the
wheel. Do not attempt even the
smallest repair to the wheel. A de-
formed or cracked wheel must be
replaced.
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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 han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
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ened tire life.