Cast Wheels - Yamaha VMAX VMX12S Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
WARNING
G The front and rear tires should
be of the same make and de-
sign, otherwise the handling
characteristics of the vehicle
cannot be guaranteed.
G After extensive tests, only the
tires listed below have been ap-
proved for this
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
Front tire:
Size:
110/90-18M/C 61V
6
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/G525AW
DUNLOP/F20
Rear tire:
Size:
150/90-15M/C 74V
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/G526BW
DUNLOP/K525
EWA10460
WARNING
This motorcycle is fitted with super-
high-speed tires. Note the following
points in order to make the most ef-
ficient use of these tires.
G Use only the specified replace-
ment tires. Other tires may run
the danger of bursting at super
model by high speeds.
G
Brand-new tires can have a rela-
tively poor grip on certain road
surfaces until they have been
"broken in". Therefore, it is ad-
visable before doing any high-
speed riding to ride conserva-
tively for approximately 100 km
(60 mi) after installing a new tire.
G
The tires must be warmed up
before a high-speed run.
G Always adjust the tire air pres-
sure according to the operating
conditions.
EWA10600

Cast wheels

To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle,
regarding the specified wheels.
6-21
note the following
G The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends, warpage or
damage before each ride. If any
damage is found, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair to
the wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
G
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.
G
Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be "broken in" for it
to develop its optimal characteris-
tics.
G
After repairing or replacing a tire,
tighten the valve stem nut and
locknut to the specified torques.
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points