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Checking the tire air pressure
14.1
Info
Low tire air pressure leads to abnormal wear and overheating of the tire.
Correct tire air pressure ensures optimal riding comfort and maximum tire service life.
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Remove the protection cap.
Check the tire air pressure when the tires are cold.
Tire air pressure, offroad, single rider
Front
1.5 bar (22 psi)
1.5 bar (22 psi)
Rear
Tire air pressure, road, solo
Front
1.8 bar (26 psi)
0
400695-01
Rear
1.8 bar (26 psi)
Tire air pressure with passenger / fully loaded
2.0 bar (29 psi)
Front
Rear
2.2 bar (32 psi)
» If the tire pressure does not meet specifications:
- Correct the tire pressure.
Mount the protection cover.
Checking the tire condition
14.2
Warning
Danger of accidents If a tire bursts while riding, the vehicle becomes uncontrollable.
- Ensure that damaged or worn tires are replaced immediately.
Warning
Danger of crashing Different tire tread patterns on the front and rear wheel impair the handling characteristic.
Different tire tread patterns can make the vehicle significantly more difficult to control.
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Make sure that only tires with a similar tire tread pattern are fitted to the front and rear wheel.
Warning
Danger of accidents Non-approved or non-recommended tires and wheels impact the handling characteristic.
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Only use tires/wheels approved by Husqvarna Motorcycles with the corresponding speed index.
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Warning
Danger of accidents New tires have reduced road grip.
The contact surface on new tires is not yet roughened.
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Run in new tires with moderate riding at alternating angles.
Running-in phase
200 km (124 mi)
Info
The type, condition, and air pressure of the tires all have a major impact on the handling characteristics of the motorcycle.
Worn tires have a negative effect on handling characteristics, especially on wet surfaces.
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Check the front and rear tires for cuts, run-in objects, and other damage.
» If the tires have cuts, run-in objects, or other damage:
- Change the tires.
Check the tread depth.
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Info
Adhere to the legally required minimum tread depth.
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> 2 mm (> 0.08 in)
Minimum tread depth
400602-10
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