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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-27
TIRES
TIRE TREAD CONDITION
Operating the motorcycle with excessively worn tires will
decrease riding stability and consequently invite a dangerous
situation. It is highly recommended to replace a tire when the
remaining depth of tire tread reaches the following specification.
09900-20805: Tire depth gauge
Tire tread depth:
Service Limit: FRONT : 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
REAR : 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
TIRE PRESSURE
If the tire pressure is too high or too low, steering will be
adversely affected and tire wear will increase. Therefore, main-
tain the correct tire pressure for good roadability and a longer
tire life. Cold inflation tire pressure is as follows.
Cold inflation tire pressure
Solo riding: Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2
, 36 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2
, 36 psi)
Dual riding: Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2
, 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm
2
, 42 psi)
TIRE TYPE
BRIDGESTONE (Front: BT014FJ, Rear: BT014R N)
STEERING
The steering should be adjusted properly for smooth turning of
the handlebars and safe operation. Overtighten steering pre-
vents smooth turning of the handlebars and too loose steering
will cause poor stability. Check that there is no play in the front
fork. Support the motorcycle so that the front wheel is off the
ground. With the wheel facing straight ahead, grasp the lower
fork tubes near the axle and pull forward. If play is found, read-
just the steering. (8-33)
Inspect every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months).
The standard tire fitted on this motorcycle is 120/70
ZR17 M/C (58 W) for the front and 180/55 ZR17 M/C (73
W) for the rear. The use of tires other than those spec-
ified may cause instability. It is highly recommended
to use the specified tires.
Inspect initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and
every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months) thereafter.