Who Gets The Warranty?
You are covered under the terms of this warranty: (a)If you are the first retail purchaser of any new Bridgestone or Fire-stone motorcycle tire bearing the Bridgestone or Firestone name and Department of Transportation (DOT) assigned identification number.(b)If the tire is of a size equivalent of that specified for use by the vehicle manufacturer or Bridgestone / Firestone’s recommendations.

If, before wearing down to one thirty-second of an inch of original tread depth (i.e., worn down to the top of the built-in indicators in the tread grooves), or 4 years from the date of manufacture (referenced by the last four digits of the DOT number), whichever occurs first, an examination by Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire, LLC shows that any tire cov-ered by this warranty has become unusable for any reason within the manufacturer’s control, such tire will be replaced with an equivalent new Bridgestone or Firestone tire on the basis set forth below. No tire will be considered for warranty adjustment for any reason after 7 years from the date of manufacture.

If, within the first 50% of original usable tread depth wear or 12 months from date of purchase (proof of purchase required), whichever occurs first, a Bridgestone or Firestone motorcycle tire becomes unusable for conditions within the manufacturer’s control, the tire will be replaced free of charge. The cost of mounting, balancing, and other service charges, disposal fees, or applicable taxes are payable by the consumer.

If a Bridgestone or Firestone motorcycle tire is worn beyond the first 50 percent of original usable tread wear and becomes unusable for conditions within the manufacturer’s control, the tire will, be replaced with an equiva- lent new Bridgestone or Firestone tire on a pro-rated basis. You will be charged for the tread wear pro-rated by multiplying the current dealer- selling price of the tire (in effect at the time for adjustment) by 50%. The cost of mounting, balancing, and other service charges, disposal fees, or applicable taxes are payable by the consumer. A CASH REFUND WILL NOT BE OFFERED WITH REPLACEMENT.

I. To the extent permitted by law, Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC disclaims all other warranties, including but not limited to the implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and all liability for any consequential and accidental damages, loss of time or loss of vehicle use or inconvenience.
II. No Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC employee, dealer or representative has the authority to make any representation, promise or agreement which in any way varies from the terms and conditions of this warranty.
III. In accordance with Federal Law, this warranty has been designated as a “Limited Warranty.” Nothing in this warranty is intended to be a representation that tire failures cannot occur. This warranty is given by Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state and in Canada from province to province.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied, warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above such limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

Bridgestone and Firestone tires are supplied as original equipment on many motorcycles. The original equipment warranty should be handled through the vehicle dealer.

Tire Selection

A. Consult your owners manual, local dealer, or contact a Bridgestone Technical Center for the correct tire size, load rating, tire and rim tires matching.
B. Some motorcycle wheel positions may only be fitted with radial, bias, or bias belted tires. Consult owners manual, local dealer, or Canada Bridgestone Technical center for the correct tire/wheel combination for your vehicle. tread
Note: Tires marked “Front Tire” or “Rear Tire” should be mounted only in their stated wheel positions.

A. Do not pull trailers behind your motorcycle. Towing trailers behind your motorcycle may contribute to motorcycle instability. It may also cause tire stress through overload. This overloaded condition manufacturer. could cause damage to the tire which could result in a sudden tire failure and/or accident. Bridgestone does not warranty tires fitted on motorcycles fitted with trailers.
B. Sidecars should not be fitted to motorcycles without approval from your vehicle manufacturer. If approval is obtained for sidecar fitment to your vehicle, the tire manufacturer should be consulted, before fitment, to ensure proper tire fitment and load caring capacity.

Bridgestone recommends only a patch plug combination type repair.
A. The tire must be demounted from the wheel and repaired by a qualified tire repair shop or motorcycle dealer.
B. The tire should not be operated over 50mph during the first 24 hours and it should never be operated in excess of 80 mph
C. No form of temporary repair should be used as a permanent repair
D. Bridgestone will not warranty any tire with an improper repair

Tire Sealants

Bridgestone does not recommend the use of tire sealants. This is a temporary repair and does not fix the tire problem. This can also hide damage to the tire and may result in a sudden tire failure and/or accident.

Tire Balance

Bridgestone does not recommend the use of liquid or dry balancers or sealants. Bridgestone will not warranty any tire which has been injected with these materials.

Tire Storage

Bridgestone does not recommend storing tires in the following ways:
A. Frequent and varied temperature changes during storage
B. Direct sunlight
C. Storing where electric motors are present
D. Storing tire in contact with petroleum products, water or other liquid.

Tire Pressure

A. Follow inflation pressure recommendations in Owner’s Manual for recommended tire pressure.
B. For fully loaded or dual riding touring motorcycle applications, inflate front and rear tires to maximum recommendation by the vehicle manufacturer (maximum load and inflation pressure for tire can be found on the sidewall of the tire).
C. Under inflated tires can result in poor handling, higher operating temperature, irregular tire wear, and irreparable damage to the tire.
D. Over inflated tires can result in a harsh ride and increased wear in the center of the tread.
E. Check cold tire pressure frequently with a good quality gauge and always before extended trips.
F. Repeated loss of air pressure may be result of tire damage. Perform a visual inspection for any cuts, abrasions, punctures, blisters, etc. It may be necessary to remove tire from the wheel to perform a full inspection.

A. Consult the vehicle manufacturer if you intend to mount sizes other than indicated in your owner’s manual.
B. Adequate clearance of fenders, swing arm, etc., must be maintained. An increase or decrease in tire size may require an increase or decrease in wheel width.

Run in period

In order for your new tire to provide optimum performance, tires should be ridden very cautiously for the first 100 miles in order for the tread surface to be “Scuffed-In” and work properly. Directly after new tires are mounted, sudden acceleration, maximum braking and hard cornering must be avoided. This will allow the rider to adjust to the “Feel” and handling characteristics of the new tire and for the tire to be “Scuffed-In” correctly in order to achieve optimum grip level.

Care and Use at Low Temperatures

Motorcycle tires may crack in the tread area from impact or low ambient temperatures; handle and store the tires with care. Always ride carefully until the tires are warmed up, particularly in low ambient temperature conditions.

Tire Rotation

Always ensure that tire is mounted in direction of rotation arrow. Mounting tire in wrong direction of rotation could result in severe tire failure.