Yamaha XVS1100V Owner's Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR6-146EAU32771Tires (XVS1100)To maximize the performance, durabil-ity, and safe operation of your motor-cycle, note the following pointsregarding the specified tires.Tire air pressureThe tire air pressure should be checkedand, if necessary, adjusted before eachride.WARNINGEWA10500 The tire air pressure must bechecked and adjusted on coldtires (i.e., when the temperatureof the tires equals the ambienttemperature). The tire air pressure must be ad-justed in accordance with theriding speed and with the totalweight of rider, passenger, car-go, and accessories approvedfor this model.WARNINGEWA10510Proper loading of your vehicle is im-portant for several characteristics ofyour vehicle, such as handling,braking, performance and safety. Donot carry loosely packed items thatcan shift. Securely pack your heavi-est items close to the center of thevehicle, and distribute the weightevenly from side to side. Properlyadjust the suspension for your load,and check the condition and pres-sure of your tires. NEVER OVER-LOAD YOUR VEHICLE. Make surethat the total weight of the cargo, rid-er, passenger, and accessories(cowling, saddlebags, etc. if ap-proved for this model) does not ex-ceed the maximum load of thevehicle. Operation of an overloadedvehicle could cause tire damage, anaccident, or even injury.Tire inspectionAlways check the tires before operatingthe motorcycle. If a tire tread showscrosswise lines (minimum tread depth),if the tire has a nail or glass fragmentsTire air pressure (measured on coldtires):0–90 kg (0–198 lb):Front:200 kPa (29 psi) (2.00 kgf/cm²)Rear:225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²)90–200 kg (198–441 lb):Front:225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²)Rear:250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)Maximum load*:200 kg (441 lb)* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-go and accessories1. Tire sidewall2. Tire wear indicator3. Tire tread depth