Yamaha YW50T - Manual (Page 49)

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Proper loading of your scooter is im-
portant for several characteristics of
your scooter, such as handling, brak-
ing, performance and safety. Do not
carry loosely packed items that can
shift. Securely pack your heaviest
items close to the center of the
scooter, and distribute the weight
evenly from side to side. Properly
check the condition and pressure of
your tires. NEVER OVERLOAD
YOUR SCOOTER. Make sure that the
total weight of the cargo, rider, pas-
senger, and accessories (cowling,
saddlebags, etc. if approved for this
model) does not exceed the maxi-
mum load of the scooter. Operation
of an overloaded scooter could
cause tire damage, an accident, or
even injury.
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before
each ride. If a tire tread shows cross-
wise lines (minimum tread depth),
if the tire has a nail or glass frag-
ments in it, or if the sidewall is
cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the tire immediately.
NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may dif-
fer from country to country. Always
comply with the local regulations.
1
Minimum tire tread depth
(front and rear)
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8 Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
scooter with excessively worn
tires decreases riding stability
and can lead to loss of control.
8 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 scooter is equipped with cast
wheels and tubeless tires with
valves.
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire wear indicator
a. Tire tread depth
2
1.6 mm (0.06 in)
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