Tires, Valve clearance -21 tires -21, Periodic maintenance and minor repair – Yamaha YZF-R6T(C) User Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

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Valve clearance

The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.

EAU21750

Tires

To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, 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.

WARNING

EWA10500

●

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 ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.

WARNING

EWA10510

Proper loading of your vehicle is im-
portant 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 heavi-

Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):

0–90 kg (0–198 lb):

Front:

250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)

Rear:

290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)

90–191 kg (198–421 lb) (CAL)
90–192 kg (198–423 lb) (U49):

Front:

250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)

Rear:

290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)

High-speed riding:

Front:

250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm²)

Rear:

290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm²)

Maximum load*:

191 kg (421 lb) (CAL)
192 kg (423 lb) (U49)

* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-

go and accessories

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