Tube Replacement
Tire Replacement
Measure the tread depth. Replace the tire before
tread depth at the center is 1/8- inch (3mm) or less,
or any time you begin to notice a reduction in trac-
tion.
Check the position of the valve stems on both
wheels. A tilted valve stem indicates the tube is slip-
ping inside the tire or the tire is slipping on the rim.
See your dealer.
If a tube is punctured or damaged, you should re-
place it as soon as possible. A repaired tube
may not be as reliable as a new one, and it could
fail while you are riding. For information on making
a temporary repair, see page 73.
Always use a replacement tube that is equivalent to
the original. We recommend that tubes be replaced
by your dealer. Replacing a tube requires remov-
ing and re-installing the wheel. Any time a tube is
replaced, carefully inspect the tire.
The tires that came on your pit bike were engi-
neered to provide the optimum combination of
handling, braking, durability, and comfort
Use a replacement tire equivalent to the original.
Replace the tube any time you replace a tire. The
old tube will probably be stretched and,
if installed in a new tire, could fail.
We recommend that tires and tubes be replaced by
your dealer.
WARNING! Installing improper tires can negatively
affect handling and stability. This can lead to a
loss of control which could cause serious injury or
death. Always use the size and type of tires recom-
mended in this owner’s manual.
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