Tire Installation - Honda Motorcycle Service Manual

TIRE INSTALLATION
Refer to page 16-17 for ATV's wheel tire servicing.
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For a tubed tire, check the rim band and rim lock to be sure
they are installed properly.
motorcycle r i m may cause the tire bead t o separate
from the r i m w i t h enough explosive force t o cause
RIM
CAUTION
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Always replace rims which have beenbentorhaveenbentorhave\
cracks, as they may cause air leakage.
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Always replace the r i m i f there are any flaws over 0.
5 m m deep or I .Omm wide o n the bead contact
surface.
Check the overall condition of tire.
Use only water as a lubricant when removing or mounting
tires. Soap or other tire lubricants may leave a slippery residue
that can cause the tire to shift on the rim.
air oressure while ridins and an accident could occur.
NOTE
If the tire has a balance dot (paint mark), install the tire with
this mark aligned with the valve.
If the tire has rotation direction arrow, install the tire with the
mark pointing in the direction of rotation.
Stand the tire upright, hold
it
with one hand and, starting from
the side opposite the valvle, install one side of the tire on the
rim as much as you can by hand
Be sure to assemble in the sequence shown
Place the wheel on a level surface and install the remaining
portion of the bead using two tire levers.
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NOTE
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To aid in assemblv, a ~ o l v water to the tire and rim mating
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surfaces.
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Do not apply any form of tire mounting lubricant to the
rim or tire matincl surfaces. Use water only.
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Date of issue : March, 1995
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HONDA MOTOR CO.,LTD.