Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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7 Tire information
This model is equipped with tubeless
tires and tire air valves.
Tires age, even if they have not been
used or have only been used occasion-
ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall
rubber, sometimes accompanied by
carcass deformation, is an evidence of
ageing. Old and aged tires shall be
checked by tire specialists to ascertain
their suitability for further use.
WARNING
EWA10902
The front an d rear tires shoul d
b e of the same make an d d e-
si gn, otherwise the han dlin g characteristics of the motorcy-
cle may
be different, which
coul d lea d to an acci dent.
Always make sure that the valve
caps are securely installed to
prevent air pressure leakag e.
Use only the tire valves an d
valve cores listed below to
avoi d tire d eflation during a ride.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha.
WARNING
EWA10601
This motorcycle is fitte d with super-
hi gh-spee d tires. Note the followin g
points in or der to make the most ef-
ficient use of these tires. Use only the specified replace-
ment tires. Other tires may run
the dan ger of burstin g at super
hi gh spee ds.
1. Tire air valve
2. Tire air valve core
3. Tire air valve cap with seal
Front tire:
Size:
120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/SPORTMAX D214F
BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX
HYPERSPORT S21F
Rear tire: Size:180/55ZR17M/C(73W)
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/SPORTMAX D214
BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX
HYPERSPORT S21R
FRONT an d REAR:
Tire air valve:
TR412
Valve core: #9100 (original)
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