Inspect tire every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
Tire tread condition
Operating the motorcycle with excessively worn tires will decrease riding stability and consequently invite a dangerous situation. It is highly recommended to replace a tire when the remaining depth of tire tread reaches the following specification.
Special tool
: 09900–20805 (tire depth gauge)
Tire tread depth (service limit) front: 1.6 Mm (0.06 In) rear: 2.0 Mm (0.08 In)
Tire pressure
If the tire pressure is too high or too low, steering will be adversely affected and tire wear increased. Therefore, maintain the correct tire pressure for good roadability, or shorter tire life will result. Cold inflation tire pressure is as follows.
Cold inflation tire pressure
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Tire type bridgestone
Tires
Warning
Failure to follow these warnings
may result in an accident
due to tire failure. The tires on
your motorcycle form the crucial
link between your motorcycle
and the road.
Follow these instructions:
check tire condition and
pressure, and adjust pres ...
Air valve removal and installation
Removal
Remove the wheel assembly. Refer to “front wheel assembly removal and
installation” and “rear wheel assembly removal and installation” .
Remove the tire. Refer to “tire removal and installation” .
Remove the air valve (1) from the wheel.
Installation
Install th ...
Air cleaner
The air cleaner element must be
kept clean to provide good engine
power and g1as mileage. If you use
your motorcycle under normal
low-stress conditions, you should
service the air cleaner at the intervals
specified. If you ride in dusty,
wet, or muddy conditions, you will
need to inspect the ...