2005 Yamaha Motorsports V Star Custom Owners Manual - Page 60
2005 Yamaha Motorsports V Star Custom Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU32520 Tires To maximize the performance, durability, and safe operation of your motorcycle, 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. EWA10500 WARNING G 6 G The tire air pressure must be checked and adjusted on cold tires (i.e., when the temperature of the tires equals the ambient temperature). The tire air pressure must be adjusted in accordance with the riding speed and with the total weight of rider, passenger, cargo, and accessories approved for this model. Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires): 0-90 kg (0-198 lb): Front: XVS650 200 kPa (29 psi) (2.00 kgf/cm²) XVS650A 225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²) XVS650AT 225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²) Rear: 225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²) XVS650 90-178 kg (198-392 lb) (CAL) XVS650 90-180 kg (198-397 lb) (U49) XVS650A 90-198 kg (198-437 lb) (CAL) XVS650A 90-200 kg (198-441 lb) (U49) XVS650AT 90-198 kg (198-437 lb) (CAL) XVS650AT 90-200 kg (198-441 lb) (U49): Front: XVS650 200 kPa (29 psi) (2.00 kgf/cm²) XVS650A 225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²) XVS650AT 225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²) Rear: 250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²) 6-17 Maximum load*: XVS650 178 kg (392 lb) (CAL) XVS650 180 kg (397 lb) (U49) XVS650A 198 kg (437 lb) (CAL) XVS650A 200 kg (441 lb) (U49) XVS650AT 198 kg (437 lb) (CAL) XVS650AT 200 kg (441 lb) (U49) * Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories EWA10510 WARNING Proper loading of your vehicle is important 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 heaviest items close to the center of the vehicle, and distribute the weight evenly from side to side. Properly adjust the suspension for your load, and check the condition and pressure of your tires. NEVER OVERLOAD YOUR VEHICLE. Make sure that the total weight of the cargo, rider, passenger, and accessories (cowling, saddlebags, etc. if approved for this model) does not exceed the maximum load of the