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MINOR MAINTENANCE TIPS
Inspection of Tires and Wheels
Use only standard tires & tubes inflated to correct
pressure. Using a motorcycle with improperly
inflated tires can cause instability while riding or
cornering.
WARNING
Tires, r
ims and air valves must be correctly
matched to wheel rims. Mismatching tires, tubes,
rims and air valves may result in damage to the tire
bead during mounting which will cause tire slippage
on the rim and cause tire failure. Please replace
tires if bald spots or swelling is noticed. Replace
tires which are worn out, punctured or damaged.
Small punctures in the tread area may be repaired
from wi thi n the ti re. Do not ride the motorcycle
over 40 MPH (60 Kmph) for the first 24 hours and
over 55 MPH (90 Kmph) thereafter with a repaired
tire. I n emergency situations, please ride slowly
with least possible load until the tire is permanently
repaired or replaced. Failure to heed to this warning
could result in serious injury or loss of life.
Please inspect and ensure tires are seated evenly
& properly in the rims. Check proper seating of the
tire beading on the rim Inspect the tires periodically
for tread wear, cracks and cuts. Maintain the
recommended tire pressures as it is very important
for riding stability. Pay strict attention to loose and
/ or broken spokes Check spokes for correct
tightness in the rims W henever a new tire is
installed, ensure rim and spokes do not get
damaged on account of using wrong levers. Ensure
the front and rear wheels are correctly aligned. and
free movement of steering system.
Check and remove stone, splinters, nails or other
particles embedded in the tire treads.
Inspect the tires thread condition periodically and
replace worn out tires with approved make only.
Failure to do so can lead to improper balance, poor
stability, poor handling, and abnormal tread wear.
Minimum tread depth :
Front tire : 1mm Rear tire : 2 mm
Tire pressure
Front
Solo
1.27 kg/cm
2
(18 PSI)
W ith Pillion
1.41 kg/cm
2
(20 PSI)
Rear
Solo
2.00 kg/cm
2
(28 PSI)
W ith Pillion
2.11 kg/cm
2
(30 PSI)
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