2020 YAMAHA YXZ1000R tires

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Braking
When slowing down or stopping, take your
foot off the accelerator pedal and press the
brake pedal smoothly. Abrupt or improper
use of the brakes can cause the tires to lose
traction, reducing control of the vehicle and
increasing the possibility of an accident.
Braking ability is affected by type of terrain. In
most cases, gradual application of the brakes
is more effective than abrupt braking, partic-
ularly on loose surfaces, such as gravel. Al-
ways allow for greater braking distance on
rough, loose, or slippery surfaces.
Engine compression braking will also help
slow the vehicle down. With the transmission
still in gear, take your foot off the accelerator
and allow the drivetrain and engine to absorb
vehicle speed. Downshift as necessary. Ap-
plication of the brakes provides additional
stopping power. Leaving the vehicle
Do not get out of the vehicle while the engine
is running. Take the key with when you leave
the vehicle. There is a serious risk of injury or
death because:

Children or other unauthorized persons
may attempt to operate the vehicle.
 Objects tossed into the vehicle may strike
the shift lever and accidently engage the
transmission.
 The parking brake may not keep the vehicle
from moving.
Parking on a flat area
Even when parking on a seemingly flat area, it
is good practice to leave the transmission in
gear to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
Therefore, shift into first or reverse gear, stop
the engine and always apply the parking
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EBU32620Tire replacementAlways use the same size and type of tires
recommended in this owner’s manual. The
tires that came with your Yamaha YXZ1000R
were designed to match the performance ca-
pabilities and to provide the best combination
of handling, braking, and comfort. It is best to
replace all four tires at the same time. If that is
not possible, you must replace the tires inpairs (front or rear) with tires of the same size
and type as the originals. Never replace just
one tire.
WARNING
EWB03390Installing improper tires on your Yamaha
YXZ1000R can affect handling and stabili-
ty. This can cause a loss of control. The tires listed below have been approved by
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of
America for this model.
1. Wheel nut
1 1
Front tire:
Size:29 x 9.00R-14NHS
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/M917 / BIGHORN
Rear tire: Size:29 x 11.00R-14NHS
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/M918 / BIGHORN
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Front tire:Size:29 x 9.00R-14NHS
Manufacturer/model:
MAXXIS/M917 / BIGHORNRear tire:Size:29 x 11.00R-14NHS
Manufacturer/model:
MAXXIS/M918 / BIGHORNTire air pressure (measured on cold tires):Vehicle load:0.0–195.0 kg (0–430 lb)
Recommended:
Front:114.0 kPa (1.140 kgf/cm², 16.5 psi)
Rear:
128.0 kPa (1.280 kgf/cm², 18.5 psi)
Minimum: Front:
110.0 kPa (1.100 kgf/cm², 16.0 psi)
Rear: 124.0 kPa (1.240 kgf/cm², 18.0 psi)
Vehicle load: 195.0–328.0 kg (430–723 lb)
Recommended:
Front:114.0 kPa (1.140 kgf/cm², 16.5 psi)
Rear:
169.0 kPa (1.690 kgf/cm², 24.5 psi) Minimum:
Front:
110.0 kPa (1.100 kgf/cm², 16.0 psi)
Rear: 165.0 kPa (1.650 kgf/cm², 24.0 psi)
Front wheel:Rim size:
14 x 6.5 ATRear wheel:Rim size:14 x 8.0 ATFront brake:Type:Hydraulic disc brakeRear brake:Type:
Hydraulic disc brakeBrake fluid:Specified brake fluid:DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Double wishbone
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber:
Gas-hydraulic damper
Wheel travel: 412 mm (16.3 in)
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TTire, replacing .............................................................. 9-57
Tires, Pre-operation check ............................................. 6-8
Transmission oil ........................................................... 9-27
Transmission, Pre-operation check ............................... 6-6
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 9-66
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 9-68UUpper and lower arm pivot, lubrication ........................ 9-54VValve clearance ............................................................ 9-46
Vehicle identification number ......................................... 1-1WWheel installation ......................................................... 9-58
Wheel removal ............................................................. 9-56YYamalube ..................................................................... 9-27UB5J7BE0.book Page 3 Tuesday, June 18, 2019 10:07 AM