PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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WARNING
EWA10600
This motorcycle is fitted with su-
per-high-speed tires. Note the fol-
lowing points in order to make the
most efficient use of these tires.
Use only the specified replace-ment tires. Other tires may run
the danger of bursting at super
high speeds.
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 con-
servatively for approximately
100 km (60 mi) after installing a
new tire.
The tires must be warmed up
before a high-speed run.
Always adjust the tire air pres-
sure according to the operating
conditions.
EAU21960
Cast wheels
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
note the following points regarding the
specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends or warpage be-
fore each ride. If any damage is
found, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the wheel. Do not attempt
even the smallest repair to the
wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
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.
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.
Front tire:
Size:
120/70 ZR18M/C (59W)
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/MEZ4 FRONT
DUNLOP/D220FSTJ
Tire air valve:
TR412
Valve core:
#9000A (original)
Rear tire:
Size:
160/60 ZR17M/C (69W)
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/MEZ4
DUNLOP/D220STJ
Tire air valve:
TR412
Valve core:
#9000A (original)
SPECIFICATIONS
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Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
33/12 (2.750)
2nd:
37/19 (1.947)
3rd:
34/22 (1.545)
4th:
31/25 (1.240)
5th:
26/25 (1.040)
6th:
24/26 (0.923)
Chassis:
Frame type:
Diamond
Caster angle:
25.5 °
Trail:
114.0 mm (4.49 in)
Front tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR18M/C (59W)
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/MEZ4 FRONT
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D220FSTJ
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
160/60 ZR17M/C (69W)
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/MEZ4
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D220STJ
Loading:
Maximum load:
203 kg (448 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
2
)
Rear:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm
2
)
Loading condition:
90–203 kg (198–448 lb)
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
2
)
Rear:
290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm
2
)
High-speed riding:
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm 2
)
Rear:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm
2
)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
18M/C x MT3.50
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT5.00
Front brake:
Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
150.0 mm (5.91 in)
