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
A. Tire Depth Gauge
Minimum Tread Depth
NOTE
Have the wheel balance inspected whenever a new tire is installed.
WARNING Tires that have been punctured and repaired do not have the same capabilities as undamaged tires and can suddenly fail, causing an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Replace damaged tires as soon as possible. To ensure safe handling and stability, use only the recommended standard tires for replacement, inflated to the standard pressure. If it is necessary to ride on a repaired tire, do not exceed 100 km/h (60 mph) until the tire is replaced. |
NOTE
When operating on public roadways, keep maximum speed under traffic law limits.
Standard Tire (Tubeless)
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. New tires are slippery and may cause loss of control and injury. A break-in period of 160 km (100 miles) is necessary to establish normal tire traction. During break-in, avoid sudden and maximum braking and acceleration, and hard cornering. |
Spring Plate Free Play Adjustment
NOTE
The free play adjustment is performed by replacing the
steel plate(s).
Measure the clutch spring plate free play (see Clutch
Spring Plate Free Play Measurement), and then replace
the steel plate(s) which brings the free play within the
usable range.
Spring Plate Free Play
Usable ...
Oil Level Inspection
If the oil has just been changed, start
the engine and run it for severalminutes
at idle speed. This fills the oil
filter with oil. Stop the engine, then
wait several minutes until the oil settles.
NOTICE
Racing the engine before the oil
reaches every part can cause engine
seizure.
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Payload and Tire Pressure
Failure to maintain proper inflation
pressures or observe payload limits for
your tires may adversely affect handling
and performance of yourmotorcycle
and can result in loss of control. The
maximum recommended load in addition
to vehicle weight is 180 kg (397 lb),
including rider, passenger, ...