Yamaha XT250Z Owner's Manual page 58

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
Tire inspection
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1. Tire tread depth
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2. Tire sidewall
3. Tire wear indicator
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The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the tire shows crosswise lines
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(minimum tread depth), if the tire has a
nail or glass fragments in it, or if the
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sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the tire immediately.
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Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.0 mm (0.04 in)
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TIP
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with tube
tires.
WARNING
The front and rear tires should be of
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the same make and design, other-
wise the handling characteristics of
the vehicle may be different, which
could lead to an accident.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
Front tire:
Size:
2.75-21 45P
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TW-301
Rear tire:
Size:
120/80-18M/C 62P
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TW-302F
7-20
WARNING
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It is dangerous to ride with a
worn-out tire. When a tire tread
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begins to show crosswise lines,
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the tire immediately.
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The replacement of all wheel
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
G It is not recommended to patch
a punctured tube. If unavoid-
able, however, patch the tube
very carefully and replace it as
soon as
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possible with a