To maximize the performance, durability, and safe operation of your motorcycle, note the following points regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked and, if necessary, adjusted before each ride.
WARNING
Operation of this vehicle with improper
tire pressure may cause severe
injury or death from loss of
control.
Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires): 0-90 kg (0-198 lb): Front: 175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm², 25 psi) Rear: 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi) 90-185 kg (198-408 lb): Front: 175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm², 25 psi) Rear: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi) Maximum load*: 185 kg (408 lb) * Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories |
WARNING
Never overload your vehicle. Operation
of an overloaded vehicle could
cause an accident.
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 sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately.
Minimum tire tread depth (front and rear): 1.6 mm (0.06 in) |
TIP
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations.
WARNING
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with cast wheels and tubeless tires with valves.
WARNING
After extensive tests, only the tires listed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
Front tire: Size: 100/80-17 M/C 52H Manufacturer/model: PIRELLI/SPORT DEMON MICHELIN/PILOT SPORTY Tire air valve: TR412 Valve core: V3002 (original) Rear tire: Size: 130/70-17 M/C 62H Manufacturer/model: PIRELLI/SPORT DEMON MICHELIN/PILOT SPORTY Tire air valve: TR412 Valve core: V3002 (original) |
WARNING
This motorcycle is fitted with superhigh-
speed tires. Note the following
points in order to make the most efficient
use of these tires.
Checking the rear brake disc
1. Remove:
Rear wheel
Refer to "REAR WHEEL" on page 4-12.
2. Check:
Brake disc
Damage/galling → Replace.
3. Measure:
Brake disc deflection
Out of specification → Correct the brake
disc
deflection or replace the brake disc.
Refer to "CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE
DIS ...
Setting the normal mode
NOTE:
The engine speed, coolant temperature, and fault code, if detected, can be
displayed on the LCD of the
FI diagnostic tool when the tool is connected to the vehicle and is set to the
normal mode.
1. Set the main switch to "OFF" and the engine stop switch to "".
2. Disconnect the self- ...
Supporting the motorcycle
Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand upright.
Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A ...