Yamaha Fazer FZS1000 Owner's Manual page 68

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
WARNING
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Because loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking,
performance and safety characteris-
tics of your motorcycle, you should
keep the following precautions in
mind.
G NEVER OVERLOAD
MOTORCYCLE! Operation of an
overloaded motorcycle may re-
sult in tire damage, loss of con-
trol, or severe injury. Make sure
that the total weight of rider,
6
passenger, cargo, and accesso-
ries does not exceed the speci-
fied 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
motorcycle and distribute the
weight evenly on both sides.
G
EWA00012 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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THE
1. Tire sidewall
a. Tire tread depth
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the center tread depth reaches
the specified limit, if the tire has a nail
or glass fragments in it, or if the side-
wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the tire immediately.
CE-08E
Minimum tire tread depth
(front and rear)
NOTE:
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The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations.
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6-21
1.6 mm