Kawasaki KLE500 (2004) [43/401] Tread depth

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-23

Maintenance Procedure

Wear Indicator [A]

Wear Indicator Position Mark [B]

If any measurement is less than the service limit, replace

the tire.

Tread Depth

Front

DUNLOP BRIDGESTONE

Standard 6.9 mm (0.27 in.) 6.0 mm (0.24 in.)

Service Limit 1 mm (0.04 in.)

Rear

DUNLOP BRIDGESTONE

Standard 8.8 mm (0.35 in.) 8.5 mm (0.33 in.)

Service Limit 2 mm (0.08 in.)(Up to 130 km/h (80 mph))

3 mm (0.12 in.)(O ve r 130 km/h (80 mph))

WARNING

To ensure safe handling and stability, use only the

recommended standard tires for replacement, in-

flated to the standard pressure.

Use the same manufacturer’s tires on both front and

rear wheels.

NOTE

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Check and balance the wheel when a tire is replaced

with a new one.

Wheel/Tire Damage Inspection

•

Remove any imbedded stones [D], nail [C] or other foreign

particles from the tread.

Wear Indicator [E]

•

Visually inspect the tire for cracks [A] and cuts [B], and re-

place the tire if necessary. Swelling or high spots indicate

internal damage, requiring tire replacement.

•

Visually inspect the wheel for cracks, cuts and dents dam-

age.

If any damage is found, replace the wheel if necessary.