1-16 2007 Buell P3: Maintenance
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TIRES AND WHEELS 1.8
TIRE INFLATION
11WARNING1WARNING
Do not inflate tire beyond maximum pressure as speci-
fied on sidewall. Over inflated tires can blow out, which
could result in death or serious injury. (00027a)
Check tire pressure and tread:
● Before every ride.
Check for proper front and rear tire pressures when tires are
cold. Compare pressure against Table 1-4.
WHEEL BEARINGS
The wheel bearings are sealed units, no greasing or mainte-
nance is required. Replace when worn. Excessive play or
roughness indicates worn bearings that require replacement.
Check front and rear wheel bearings for wear:
● Every time a wheel is removed.
● When storing for the season or removing the motorcycle
from storage.
Check wheel bearings for wear and corrosion. Excessive play
or roughness indicates worn bearings. Replace bearings in
sets only.
TIRE TREAD INSPECTION
See Figure 1-11. Tread wear indicator bars (2) will appear on
tire tread surfaces when 1/32 inch (0.79 mm) or less of tire
tread remains. Arrows (1) on tire sidewalls pinpoint location of
wear bar indicators. Always remove tires from service before
they reach the tread wear indicator bars (1/32 of an inch
[(0.79 mm)] tread pattern depth remaining).
New tires are needed if any of the following conditions exist.
1. Tread wear indicator bars become visible on the tread
surfaces.
2. Tire cords or fabric become visible through cracked side-
walls, snags or deep cuts.
3. A bump, bulge or split in the tire.
4. Puncture, cut or other damage to the tire that cannot be
repaired.
Table 1-4. Tire Specifications/Pressures
P3 Tires
SOLO
RIDING
LOADED
TO GVWR
Front
Dunlop 100/80 16 50s K330
28 psi
(193 kPa)
32 psi
(220 kPa)
Rear
Dunlop 120/80 16 60s K330
30 psi
(207 kPa)
36 psi
(248 kPa)
Figure 1-11. Tread Wear Indicators
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1. Arrow (points to location of wear bar)
2. Tread wear indicator bar (worn conditions)
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