Checking The Tires - Yamaha BT1100 2002 Service Manual

CHECKING THE TIRES

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CHECKING THE TIRES
The following procedure applies to both of the
tires.
1. Measure:
• tire pressure
Out of specification
WARNING
• The tire pressure should only be checked
and regulated when the tire temperature
equals the ambient air temperature.
• The tire pressure and the suspension must
be adjusted according to the total weight
(including cargo, rider, passenger and
accessories) and the anticipated riding
speed.
• Operation of an overloaded motorcycle
could cause tire damage, an accident or an
injury.
NEVER OVERLOAD THE MOTORCYCLE.
Basic weight
(with oil and
full fuel tank)
Maximum load
Cold tire pressure
Up to 90 kg load*
90 kg ~
maximum load*
* Total of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories
WARNING
It is dangerous to ride with a worn-out tire.
When the tire tread reaches the wear limit,
replace the tire immediately.
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INSP
ADJ
Regulate.
250.5 kg
200 kg
Front tire Rear tire
230 kPa 250 kPa
(2.30 kg/cm 2 , (2.50 kg/cm
2.30 bar) 2.50 bar)
250 kPa 270 kPa
(2.50 kg/cm 2 , (2.70 kg/cm
2.50 bar) 2.70 bar)
2 ,
2 ,