WHEELS/TIRES 10-15
Tires
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Check t o see that the rim lines [A] on both sides of the tire
sidewalls are parallel w ith the rim flanges.
If the rim flanges and tire sidewall rim lines are not parallel,
remove the valve core.
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Lubricate the rim flanges and tire beads.
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Install the valve core and inflate the tire again.
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After the tire beads seat in the rim flanges, check for air
leakage.
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Inflate the tire slightly above standard inflation.
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Use a soap and water solution or submerge the tire, and
check for bubbles that would indicate leakage.
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Adjust the air pressure to the specified pressure (see Tire
Inspection).
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Install the air valve cap.
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Install the brake disc(s) so that the marked side faces out
(see Brakes chapter).
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Adjust the wheel balance.
Tire Repair
Currently two types of repair for tubeless tires have come
into wide use. One type is called a temporary (external) re-
pair which can be carried out without removing the tire from
the rim, and the other type is called permanent (internal)
repair which requires tire removal. It is generally under-
stood that higher running durability is obtained by perma-
nent (internal) repairs than by temporary (external) ones.
Also, permanent (internal) repairs have the advantage of
permitting a thorough examination for secondary damage
not visible from external inspection of the tire. For these
reasons, Kawasaki does not recommend temporary (exter-
nal) repair. Only appropriate permanent (internal) repairs
are recommended. Repair methods may vary slightly from
make to make. Follow the repair methods indicated by the
manufacturer of the repair tools and m aterials so that safe
results can be obtained.
