Yamaha XT250 2009 Owner's Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-1723456789WARNINGEWA10511Never overload your vehicle. Opera-tion of an overloaded vehicle couldcause an accident.Tire inspectionThe tires must be checked before eachride. If the tire shows crosswise lines(minimum tread depth), if the tire has anail or glass fragments in it, or if thesidewall is cracked, have a Yamahadealer replace the tire immediately.TIPThe tire tread depth limits may differfrom country to country. Always complywith the local regulations.Tire informationThis motorcycle is equipped with tubetires.WARNINGEWA10461The front and rear tires should be ofthe same make and design, other-wise the handling characteristics ofthe vehicle may be different, whichcould lead to an accident.After extensive tests, only the tires list-ed below have been approved for thismodel by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.WARNINGEWA10561 It is dangerous to ride with aTire air pressure (measured on coldtires):0–90 kg (0–198 lb):Front:125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm2, 18 psi)Rear:150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 22 psi)90–160 kg (198–353 lb):Front:150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 22 psi)Rear:175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm2, 25 psi)Maximum load*:160 kg (353 lb)* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-go and accessories1. Tire tread depth2. Tire sidewall3. Tire wear indicatorMinimum tire tread depth (front andrear):1.0 mm (0.04 in)321Front tire:Size:2.75-21 45PManufacturer/model:BRIDGESTONE/TW-301Rear tire:Size:120/80-18M/C 62PManufacturer/model:BRIDGESTONE/TW-302