2008 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1100 Custom Owners Manual - Page 65

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU21940 EAU21992 Rear tire: Size: 170/80-15M/C 77S Manufacturer/model: XVS11ATX DUNLOP/D404G XVS11ATXC DUNLOP/D404G XVS11AWX DUNLOP/D404G XVS11AWXC DUNLOP/D404G XVS11ATX BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G702 XVS11ATXC BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G702 XVS11AWX BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G702 XVS11AWXC BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G702 Spoke wheels (XVS11X) To maximize the performance, durability, and safe operation of your motorcycle, note the following points regarding the specified wheels. G The wheel rims should be checked for cracks, bends or warpage, and the spokes for looseness or damage before each ride. If any damage is found, have a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel. Do not attempt even the smallest repair to the wheel. A deformed or cracked wheel must be replaced. G The wheel should be balanced whenever either the tire or wheel has been changed or replaced. An unbalanced wheel can result in poor performance, adverse handling characteristics, and a shortened tire life. G Ride at moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire surface must first be "broken in" for it to develop its optimal characteristics. Cast wheels (XVS11AWX/XVS11ATX) To maximize the performance, durability, and safe operation of your vehicle, note the following points regarding the specified wheels. G The wheel rims should be checked for cracks, bends, warpage or damage before each ride. If any damage is found, have a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel. Do not attempt even the smallest repair to the wheel. A deformed or cracked wheel must be replaced. G The wheel should be balanced whenever either the tire or wheel has been changed or replaced. An unbalanced wheel can result in poor performance, adverse handling characteristics, and a shortened tire life. G Ride at moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire surface must first be "broken in" for it to develop its optimal characteristics. 6 6-20