PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
very carefully and replace it as
soon as possible with a high-
quality product.
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Wheels
To maximize the performance, dura-
bility, and safe operation of your mo-
torcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
●
The
wheel
rims
checked for cracks, bends or
warpage, and the spokes for
looseness (for spoke wheel mod-
el) or damage before each ride. If
any damage is found, have a
Yamaha
dealer
replace
wheel. Do not attempt even the
smallest repair to the wheel. A de-
formed or cracked wheel must be
replaced.
●
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced.
An unbalanced wheel can result
in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
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Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be "broken in" for it
to develop its optimal characteris-
tics.
should
be
the