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13.3Tire condition checking
Warning
Danger of accidents Uncontrollable handling behavior caused by a flat tire.
– For your own safety, have damaged tires changed immediately.
Warning
Danger of crashing Impairment of riding behavior due to different tire tread patterns on front and rear wheels.
– The front and rear wheels must be fitted with tires with similar tread patterns to prevent loss of control over the vehicle.
Warning
Danger of accidents Uncontrollable handling characteristics due to non-approved and/or non-recommended tires/wheels.
– Only tires/wheels approved by KTM and with the corresponding speed index should be used.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced road grip with new tires.
– New tires have a smooth roll surface and therefore cannot provide full road grip. The entire roll surface must be roughened
in the first 200 kilometers (124.3 miles) by moderate driving at alternating angles. The full grip is not reached until the
vehicle has been run in.
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The type, condition and air pressure of the tires all have an important impact on the riding behavior of the motorcycle.
Worn tires have a negative effect on riding behavior, especially on wet surfaces.
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– Check the front and rear tire for cuts, penetrations and other damage.
» If the tires exhibit cuts, penetrations or other damage:
– Change the tires.
– Check the depth of the tread.
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Note local national regulations concerning the minimum tread depth.
Minimum tread depth ≥ 2 mm (≥ 0.08 in)
» If the minimum tread depth is insufficient:
– Change the tires.
13.4Checking tire air pressure
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Low tire air pressure leads to abnormal wear and overheating of the tire.
Correct tire air pressure ensures optimal riding comfort and maximum tire service life.
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– Remove dust cap.
– Check tire air pressure when tires are cold.
Tire air pressure, Solo
front 2.5 bar (36 psi)
rear 2.5 bar (36 psi)
Tire air pressure with passenger / full payload
front 2.5 bar (36 psi)
rear 2.9 bar (42 psi)
» If the tire pressure does not meet specifications:
– Correct tire pressure.
– Mount dust cap.
Info
The rubber seal in the dust cap prevents air leaking out of the tire if the
valve is defective.
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