Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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WARNING
EWA10521
● It is dangerous to ride with a
worn-out tire. When a tire tread
begins to show lines, have a
Yamaha dealer replace the tire
immediately. Brakes, tires and
related wheel parts replacement
should also be left to a Yamaha
dealer.
● Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire
surface must first be “broken
in” for it to develop its optimal
characteristics.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with tube-
less tires, tire air valves and forged
wheels.
WARNING
EWA10461
The front and rear tires should be of
the same make and design, other-
wise the handling characteristics of
the vehicle may be different, which
could lead to an accident.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
EAU52270
Forged wheels
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
cle, note the following points regarding
the specified wheels.
● The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends, warpage or
damage before each ride. If any
damage is found, have a Yamaha
dealer replace 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.
● After repairing or replacing a tire,
tighten the valve stem nut and
locknut to the specified torques.
Front tire:
Size:
120/70-21M/C 62H
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/ME880 MARATHON
Rear tire:
Size:
210/40R18M/C 73H
Manufacturer/model:
METZELER/ME880 MARATHON
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