As the tire tread wears down, the tire becomes more susceptible to puncture and failure. An accepted estimate is that 90% of all tire failures occur during the last 10% of tread life (90% worn). So it is false economy and unsafe to use the tires until they are bald.
If any measurement is less than the service limit, replace the tire (see Tire Removal/Installation in the Wheels/Tires chapter).
Tread Depth Standard:
Front 3.6 mm (0.14 in.)
Rear 5.3 mm (0.21 in.)
Service Limit:
Front 1 mm (0.04 in.) (AT, CH, DE) 1.6 mm (0.06 in.)
Rear 2 mm (0.08 in.) (Up to 130 km/h (80 mph)) 3 mm (0.12 in.) (Over 130 km/h (80 mph))
| WARNING Some replacement tires may adversely affect handling and cause an accident resulting in serious injury or death. To ensure proper handling and stability, use only the recommended standard tires for replacement, inflated to the standard pressure. |
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Wheel/Tire Damage Inspection
Wheel Bearing Damage InspectionFootpeg
Footpeg Height Adjustment
The front footpeg can be adjusted within 2 positions in
height to suit the rider’s preference.
Footpeg [A]
Bolts [B]
Bolt Holes [C]
Footpeg Position 1 [D]
Footpeg Position 2 [E]
Remove the bolts [A].
Adjust the footpeg height.
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Fuel Pressure Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Remove:
Fuel Tank Covers (see Fuel Tank Removal)
Fuel Tank Bolts (see Fuel Tank Removal)
Primary Fuel Hose (see Fuel Hose Replacement in the
Periodic Maintenance chapter)
Be sure to place a piece of cloth around the fuel outlet
pipe of the ...
Cooling System Flushing
Over a period of time, the cooling system accumulates
rust, scale, and lime in the water jacket and radiator. When
this accumulation is suspected or observed, flush the cooling
system. If this accumulation is not removed, it will clog
up the water passage and considerable reduce the efficiency
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