Yamaha VMX17Y(C) - Manual (Page 73)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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WARNING
EWA10511
Never overload your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded vehicle could
cause an accident.
Tire inspection
Always check the tires before operating
the motorcycle. If a tire tread shows
crosswise lines (minimum tread depth),
if the tire has a nail or glass fragments
in it, or if the sidewall is cracked, con-
tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and
have the tire replaced.
WARNING
EWA10580
● It is dangerous to ride with a
worn-out tire. When a tire tread
begins to show crosswise lines,
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the tire immediately.
● The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with cast
wheels and tubeless tires with valves.
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
0–90 kg (0–198 lb):
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm 2 , 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm 2 , 42 psi)
90–189 kg (198–417 lb) (CAL)
90–190 kg (198–419 lb) (U49):
Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm 2 , 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm 2 , 42 psi)
High-speed riding:
Front:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm 2 , 42 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm 2 , 42 psi)
Maximum load*:
189 kg (417 lb) (CAL)
190 kg (419 lb) (U49)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go and accessories
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire wear indicator
3. Tire tread depth
Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.0 mm (0.04 in)
1. Tire air valve
2. Tire air valve core
3. Tire air valve cap with seal