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.
Throttle position sensor
1. Check:
Throttle position sensor
a. Connect the digital circuit tester to the terminals
of the throttle body sensor assembly
coupler as shown.
Positive tester probe →
gray/red terminal "1"
Negative tester probe →
gray/black terminal "2"
b. Measure the throttle pos ...
Storage
Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
NOTICE
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or covering
it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humidity
to seep in and ...
Removing the front wheel (disc)
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
WARNINGSecurely support the vehicle so that there
is
no danger of it falling over.
2. Elevate:
Front wheel
NOTE:
Place the vehicle on a suitable stand so that the
front wheel is elevated.
3. Remove:
Front brake caliper
NO ...