2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1100 Custom Owners Manual - Page 61
2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1100 Custom Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU32521 Tires (XVS11Y) 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. EWA10501 WARNING Operation of this vehicle with improper tire pressure may cause severe injury or death from loss of control. 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). G 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: XVS11Y 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi) XVS11YC 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi) Rear: XVS11Y 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi) XVS11YC 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi) XVS11Y 90-200 kg (198-441 lb) XVS11YC 90-197 kg (198-434 lb): Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi) Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi) Maximum load*: XVS11Y 200 kg (441 lb) XVS11YC 197 kg (434 lb) * Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories EWA10511 Tire inspection 1. Tire sidewall 2. Tire wear indicator 3. Tire tread depth Always check the tires before operating the motorcycle. If a tire tread shows crosswise lines (minimum tread depth), if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is cracked, contact a Yamaha dealer immediately and have the tire replaced. Minimum tire tread depth (front and rear): 1.0 mm (0.04 in) 7 WARNING Never overload your vehicle. Operation of an overloaded vehicle could cause an accident. 7-16
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