Yamaha XT500E Owner's Manual page 56

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Proper loading of your motorcycle
is important for several character-
istics of your motorcycle, such as
handling, braking, performance
and safety. Do not carry loosely
packed items that
Securely pack your heaviest items
close to the center of the motorcy-
cle, and distribute the weight even-
ly from side to side. Properly
adjust the suspension for your
load, and check the condition and
pressure of your tires. NEVER
OVERLOAD YOUR MOTORCYCLE.
Make sure the total weight of the
cargo, rider, passenger,
accessories (fairing, saddlebags,
etc. if approved for this model)
does not exceed the maximum
load of the motorcycle. Operation
of an overloaded motorcycle could
cause tire damage, an accident, or
even injury.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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can shift.
1. Tread depth
2. Side wall
Tire inspection
Always check the tires before operat-
ing the motorcycle. If center tread
depth reaches the limit as shown, if
the tire has a nail or glass fragments
in it, or if the side wall is cracked,
contact a Yamaha dealer immediate-
and
ly and have the tire replaced.
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After extensive tests, the tires
mentioned
approved by Yamaha Motor Co.,
2
Ltd. for this model. No guarantee
for handling characteristics can be
given if tire combinations other
than what is approved are used on
this motorcycle. The front and rear
tires should be of the same manu-
facture and design.
FRONT
BRIDGESTONE
DUNLOP
REAR
BRIDGESTONE
DUNLOP
Minimum tire tread
depth
(front and rear)
6-16
below have
Manufacturer Size
90/90-21 54S
90/90-21 54S TRAIL MAX L
Manufacturer Size
120/90-17 64S
120/90-17 64S
0.8 mm
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TRAIL MAX