Tires - Yamaha BWS CW50 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Tires

To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
note the following points regarding the
specified tires.
Tire air pressure
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The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
WARNING
G The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
G
EAU21870 The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
0–90 kg (0–198 lb):
Front:
150 kPa (22 psi) (1.50 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
150 kPa (22 psi) (1.50 kgf/cm²)
90–185 kg (198–408 lb):
Front:
150 kPa (22 psi) (1.50 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
150 kPa (22 psi) (1.50 kgf/cm²)
Maximum load*:
185 kg (408 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go and accessories
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WARNING
Because loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking,
performance and safety characteris-
tics of your vehicle, you should keep
the following precautions in mind.
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G
NEVER OVERLOAD THE VEHI-
CLE! Operation of an overload-
ed vehicle may result in tire
damage, loss of control, or se-
vere injury. Make sure that the
total weight of rider, cargo, and
accessories does not exceed
the specified maximum load for
the vehicle.
G Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
G
Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
vehicle and distribute
weight evenly on both sides.
G Adjust the suspension and tire
air pressure with regard to the
load.
G
Check the tire condition and air
pressure before each ride.
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