Service-InformationM otorcycle
BMW of N.A.
Service Department
Group: 36
Wheels and
Tires
April 1986
36 034 86
(2205)
For USA Only
Michelin M48 Tires for K7~, RSO, R80RT, and RSOST
Michelin Tire Corporation has recently advised that a clearance
problem could occur if the M48 120/90 – 18 65H tire is mounted
to the rear wheel of the BMW motorcycle models captioned above.
Production of a new M48 tire
new tire, which is approved
a DOT code of 485 or later.
started in December,
for BMW motorcycles,
1985.
will
The
have
When ordering these tires for your customers, you must specify
that the tires are for BMW motorcycles and give the DOT code
to insure proper shipments.
Very truly yours,
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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National Technical Manager
Motorcycle Group
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