Valve Clearance; Tires - Yamaha VMAX VMX12V Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Valve clearance

The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
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from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
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at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
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Tires

To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
cle, note the following points regarding
the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
WARNING
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The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
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The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.
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Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
0–90 kg (0–198 lb):
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
Rear:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
90–215 kg (198–474 lb) (CAL)(ZAF)
90–216 kg (198–476 lb) (U49):
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
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Rear:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm
Maximum load*:
215 kg (474 lb) (CAL)(ZAF)
216 kg (476 lb) (U49)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go and accessories
WARNING
Proper loading of your vehicle is im-
portant for several characteristics of
your vehicle, such as handling,
braking, performance and safety. Do
not carry loosely packed items that
can shift. Securely pack your heavi-
est items close to the center of the
vehicle, and distribute the weight
evenly from side to side. Properly
adjust the suspension for your load,
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