Yamaha TT-R - Valve Clearance and Tire Pressure

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Adjusting the valve
clearance
The valve clearance changes with
use, resulting in improper air-fuel mix-
ture and/or engine noise. To prevent
this from occurring, the valve clear-
ance must be adjusted by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
Front Rear
Off-road riding
100 kPa
(1.00 kgf/cm
2
,
15.0 psi)
100 kPa
(1.00 kgf/cm
2
,
15.0 psi)
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Tires
To maximize the performance, dura-
bility, and safe operation of your
machine, 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.
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8 The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the tempera-
ture of the tires equals the
ambient temperature).
8 The tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with
the riding speed and with the
total weight of rider, cargo,
and accessories approved for
this model.
Maximum load* 90 kg (198 lb)
* Total weight of rider, cargo and accessories
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