Tire Replacement - Suzuki Vinson LT-A500F Service Manual

7-10 CHASSIS
TIRES
T I R E R E P L A C E M E N T
• Remove the front and rear wheels.
• After removing the air valve cap, release the tire pressure by
depressing the valve.
• Dismount the bead from the rim completely as shown.
• Separate the tire from the rim by using a set of tire levers and
rim protectors.
A CAUTION
When using the tire lever, do not scratch or hit the
sealing portion (hump) of the wheel or it may cause
air-leakage.
• Apply clean water to the tire bead and the flange of the rim.
A CAUTION
Never apply grease, oil, or gasoline to the tire bead
because they will deteriorate the tire.
A CAUTION
The standard tire fitted on this vehicle is AT25 x 8-
1 2 ^ for the front and AT25 x 10-12i^r for the rear.
The use of tires other than the standard may cause
instability. It is highly recommended to use the speci-
fied tire.
• Mount the tire on the rim by hand as shown.
NOTE:
Inspect the sealing portion of the rim before installing the tire on
the rim.
• When installing each tire, make sure the arrow ® on the tire
points in the direction of rotation. Also, make sure the outer
side of the wheel rim is facing outward.
NOTE:
For inspecting the tire refer to page 2-18.
Inspect the valve core, before installation.
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