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EWA14090
WARNING
After extensive tests, the tires listed below
have been approved by Yamaha Motor Co.,
Ltd. for this model. The front and rear tires
should always be by the same manufac-
turer and of the same design. No guarantee
concerning handling characteristics can be
given if a tire combination other than one
approved by Yamaha is used on this vehi-
cle.
Front tire
Size
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model
PIRELLI/DIABLO CORSA E
Manufacturer/model
MICHELIN/Pilot POWER
Rear tire
Size
190/50 ZR17M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model
PIRELLI/DIABLO CORSA L
Manufacturer/model
MICHELIN/Pilot POWER
EWA13210
WARNING
New tires have a relatively low grip on the
road surface until they have been slightly
worn. Therefore, approximately 100 km
should be traveled at normal speed before
any high-speed riding is done.
NOTE:
For tires with a direction of rotation mark "1":
• Install the tire with the mark pointing in the
direction of wheel rotation.
• Align the mark "2" with the valve installation
point.
EAS21670
CHECKING THE WHEELS
The following procedure applies to both of the
wheels.
1. Check:
• Wheel
Damage/out-of-round → Replace.
EWA13260
WARNING
Never attempt to make any repairs to the
wheel.
NOTE:
After a tire or wheel has been changed or
replaced, always balance the wheel.
EAS21690
CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE
CABLES
The following procedure applies to all of the
inner and outer cables.
EWA13270
WARNING
Damaged outer cable may cause the cable
to corrode and interfere with its movement.
Replace damaged outer cable and inner
cables as soon as possible.
1. Check:
• Outer cable
Damage → Replace.
2. Check:
• Cable operation
Rough movement → Lubricate.
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or a suitable cable
lubricant
NOTE:
Hold the cable end upright and pour a few
drops of lubricant into the cable sheath or use
a suitable lubricating device.
EAS21700
LUBRICATING THE LEVERS
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the levers.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
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