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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

4-8

EAU12900

Front brake lever

The front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull this lever toward the handle-
bar grip.

EAU12950

Rear brake lever

The rear brake lever is located on the
left handlebar grip. To apply the rear
brake, pull this lever toward the handle-
bar grip.

EAU12962

Rear brake lock lever

This vehicle is equipped with a rear
brake lock lever to prevent the rear
wheel from moving while stopped at
traffic signals, railroad crossings, etc.

To lock the rear wheel

Push the rear brake lock lever to the left
until it snaps into place.

To unlock the rear wheel

Push the rear brake lock lever back to
the original position.

TIP

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Be sure to check that the rear
wheel does not move when the

1. Front brake lever

1. Rear brake lever

1. Rear brake lock lever

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Summary of Contents for MAJESTY YP400A

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 34B 28199 72 YP400A Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle ...

Page 2: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold EAU46090 Q ...

Page 3: ...scooter To maintain these high standards it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the rec ommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality Therefore while this manual contains the most cur rent product information available at the time of printing there may be min...

Page 4: ...personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the vehicle or other property A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer WARNING NOTICE ...

Page 5: ...U10200 YP400A OWNER S MANUAL 2010 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition February 2010 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan ...

Page 6: ... Owner s tool kit 7 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 7 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 7 4 Removing and installing cowlings and panels 7 8 Checking the spark plug 7 12 Engine oil and oil filter element 7 14 Final transmission oil 7 16 Coolant 7 17 Air filter elements and check hoses and V belt case air filter element 7 19 Checking the throttle cable free pla...

Page 7: ... light bulb 7 36 Troubleshooting 7 37 Troubleshooting charts 7 38 SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 3 SPECIFICATIONS 9 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Maintenance record 10 3 YAMAHA MOTOR CANADA LTD MOTORCYCLE WARRANTY GUIDE 10 5 ...

Page 8: ...els on your vehicle They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer 2 1 3 5 6 7 4 8 9 10 11 12 13 ...

Page 9: ...pare brise avec une solution alcaline ou acide ainsi qu avec de l essence ou un diluant Utiliser un détergent neutre 8ET 2815K 10 NOTICE Cleaning with alkaline or acid cleaner gasoline or solvent will damage windshield Use neutral detergent 8ET 2815K 00 AVERTISSEMENT LIRE LE MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE AINSI QUE TOUTES 5GK 2118K 10 LES ETIQUETTES AVANT D UTILISER CE VEHICULE TOUJOURS PORTER UN CASQUE D...

Page 10: ...ntrol Read owner s manual for proper loading 3JJ 28446 A1 3LD 24877 A0 LOAD LIMIT 5 kg 11 lbs 8 9 10 11 5RU 21668 10 3LD 24877 B1 CHARGE LIMITE 5 kg 11 lbs AVERTISSEMENT Un chargement incorrect risque de causer une perte de contrôle Lire le manuel du propriétaire pour le chargement convenable 3JJ 28446 B1 12 13 ...

Page 11: ...LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 3JK 82377 10 ...

Page 12: ...ssenger The failure of motorists to detect and recognize scooters in traffic is the predominating cause of auto mobile scooter accidents Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the scooter Making yourself con spicuous appears to be very effec tive in reducing the chance of this type of accident Therefore Wear a brightly colored jacket Use extra caution when you are ...

Page 13: ...eing a hazard The use of a jacket substantial shoes trousers gloves etc is ef fective in preventing or reducing abrasions or lacerations Never wear loose fitting clothes otherwise they could catch on the control levers or wheels and cause injury or an accident Always wear protective clothing that covers your legs ankles and feet The engine or exhaust sys tem become very hot during or af ter operat...

Page 14: ...den imbalance Make sure that ac cessories and cargo are securely attached to the scooter before riding Check accessory mounts and cargo restraints frequently Properly adjust the suspension for your load suspension ad justable models only and check the condition and pres sure of your tires Never attach any large or heavy items to the handlebar front fork or front fender Such items can create unstab...

Page 15: ...ind may attempt to lift the scooter or the scooter may become unstable in cross winds These accessories may also cause instability when passing or being passed by large vehicles Certain accessories can dis place the operator from his or her normal riding position This improper position limits the free dom of movement of the opera tor and may limit control ability therefore such accessories are not...

Page 16: ...com pleted a turn accelerate slowly Be careful when passing parked cars A driver might not see you and open a door in your path Railroad crossings streetcar rails iron plates on road construction sites and manhole covers be come extremely slippery when wet Slow down and cross them with caution Keep the scooter up right otherwise it could slide out from under you The brake pads could get wet when y...

Page 17: ...ge 4 9 3 Rear storage compartment page 4 14 4 V belt case air filter element page 7 19 5 Owner s tool kit page 7 2 6 Fuses page 7 32 7 Battery page 7 31 8 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 4 16 9 Air filter element left page 7 19 10 Engine oil filter element page 7 14 11 Sidestand page 4 16 ...

Page 18: ... 5 1 2 3 4 7 6 8 1 Grab bar page 6 2 2 Passenger seat page 4 12 3 Rider seat page 4 12 4 Coolant reservoir page 7 17 5 Radiator 6 Centerstand page 7 29 7 Air filter element right page 7 19 8 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 4 16 ...

Page 19: ...switches page 4 7 3 Rear brake lock lever page 4 8 4 Speedometer page 4 2 5 Multi function display page 4 3 6 Tachometer page 4 3 7 Right handlebar switches page 4 7 8 Front brake lever page 4 8 9 Throttle grip page 7 21 10 Front storage compartment B page 4 14 11 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 12 Front storage compartment A page 4 14 ...

Page 20: ...tically when the engine is started and stay on until the key is turned to OFF or the sidestand is moved down EAU10661 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10061 Never turn the key to OFF or LOCK while the vehicle is moving Otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off which may result in loss of control or an accident EAU10683 LOCK The steering is locked and...

Page 21: ...curs have a Yamaha dealer check the self diagnosis system The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON The warning light should come on for a few seconds and then go off If the warning light does not come on initially when the key is turned to ON or if the warning light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit EAU11601 Speedometer The spee...

Page 22: ...tion display Changing settings while riding can distract the operator and increase the risk of an accident The multi function display is equipped with the following a fuel meter a coolant temperature meter an odometer two tripmeters which show the distance traveled since they were last set to zero a fuel reserve tripmeter which shows the distance traveled since the bottom segment of the fuel meter...

Page 23: ...hing the SELECT button switches the display between the various tripmeter and odometer modes in the following order Trip F Trip top Trip bottom Odo Trip F To reset a tripmeter select it by push ing the SELECT button until Trip or Trip F begins flashing Trip or Trip F will only flash for five seconds While Trip or Trip F is flashing push the RESET button for at least one second If you do not reset ...

Page 24: ...dure 1 Set the engine stop switch to and turn the key to ON 2 Check that the indicator comes on for a few seconds and then goes off 3 If the indicator does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit TIP The oil change indicator may flash when the engine is revved with the scooter on the centerstand but this does not indicate a malfunction V belt replacement indicator V BELT This...

Page 25: ...east two seconds switches the clock display to the ambient tem perature display Ambient temperature display This display shows the ambient tem perature from 10 C 14 F to 50 C 122 F in 1 C or 1 F increments The temperature displayed may vary from the ambient temperature Pushing the SELECT button for at least two sec onds switches the ambient temperature display to the clock display TIP If the ambie...

Page 26: ...after it has re turned to the center position EAU12500 Horn switch Press this switch to sound the horn EAU12660 Engine stop switch Set this switch to before starting the engine Set this switch to to stop the engine in case of an emergen cy such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck EAU12721 Start switch With the sidestand up push this switch while applying the front or ...

Page 27: ...his lever toward the handle bar grip EAU12962 Rear brake lock lever This vehicle is equipped with a rear brake lock lever to prevent the rear wheel from moving while stopped at traffic signals railroad crossings etc To lock the rear wheel Push the rear brake lock lever to the left until it snaps into place To unlock the rear wheel Push the rear brake lock lever back to the original position TIP Be...

Page 28: ...result Make sure that the vehicle is stopped before mov ing the rear brake lock lever to the left EAU13163 Fuel tank cap To open the fuel tank cap 1 Open the lid by sliding the lever forward and then pull the lever up 2 Insert the key into the lock and turn it clockwise The lock will be re leased and the fuel tank cap can be removed To install the fuel tank cap 1 Align the match marks insert the f...

Page 29: ...inity of sparks open flames or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dryers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank Stop filling when the fuel reaches the bottom of the filler tube Because fuel expands when it heats up heat from the engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank 3 Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi ately NOTICE Immediately wipe off sp...

Page 30: ...that contain ing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 10 E10 Gasohol containing methanol is not recom mended by Yamaha because it can cause damage to the fuel system or ve hicle performance problems EAU13433 Catalytic converter This model is equipped with a catalytic converter in the exhaust system WARNING EWA10862 The exhaust system is hot after op er...

Page 31: ...erter EAU34140 Seats Rider seat To open the rider seat 1 Place the scooter on the center stand 2 Insert the key into the main switch and then turn it counterclockwise TIP Do not push inward when turning the key 3 Fold the rider seat up 1 Rider seat 2 Passenger seat 2 1 1 Open 1 Rider seat 1 1 ...

Page 32: ...e the bolt and then pull the passenger seat forward To install the passenger seat 1 Insert the projections on the pas senger seat into the holders as shown place the passenger seat in the original position and then in stall the bolt 2 Close the rider seat TIP Make sure that the passenger seat is properly secured before riding EAU34150 Adjusting the rider seat The rider seat can be adjusted as fol ...

Page 33: ...rt the key in the lock turn it counterclockwise and then grasp the lock while pushing the button in To open the storage compartment when it is unlocked simply grasp the lock while pushing the button in To lock the storage compartment push the lid into the original position insert the key in the lock turn it clockwise and then remove it Front storage compartment B To open the storage compartment sl...

Page 34: ...oid humidity from spread ing through the storage com partment wrap wet articles in a plastic bag before storing them in the compartment Since the storage compartment may get wet while the scooter is being washed wrap any articles stored in the compartment in a plastic bag Do not keep anything valuable or breakable in the storage com partment NOTICE ECA11100 Do not leave the rider seat open for an ...

Page 35: ...ded in the owner s tool kit to make this adjustment EAU15303 Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side of the frame Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright TIP The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situations See page 4 17 for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut off s...

Page 36: ...estand switch and brake light switches has the following func tions It prevents starting when the side stand is up but neither brake is ap plied It prevents starting when either brake is applied but the sidestand is still down It cuts the running engine when the sidestand is moved down Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut off system according to the following procedure ...

Page 37: ... engine start With the engine still running 9 Move the sidestand down Does the engine stall The system is OK The scooter can be ridden The sidestand switch may not be working correctly The scooter should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The brake switch may not be working correctly The scooter should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The sidestand switch may not be worki...

Page 38: ...amaha dealer Before using this vehicle check the following points ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage 4 10 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 7 14 Final transmission oil Check vehicle for oil leakage 7 16 Coolant Check coolant level in reservoir If nec...

Page 39: ...and grip housing 7 21 7 28 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 7 22 7 24 Brake levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 7 28 Centerstand sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivots if necessary 7 29 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are...

Page 40: ... so will prevent the engine from starting even though the engine will crank when pushing the start switch EAU45952 Starting the engine NOTICE ECA10250 See page 6 3 for engine break in in structions prior to operating the ve hicle for the first time In order for the ignition circuit cut off system to enable starting the side stand must be up See page 4 17 for more information 1 Turn the key to ON a...

Page 41: ...ore than 10 seconds on any one at tempt EAU45091 Starting off 1 While pulling the rear brake lever with your left hand and holding the grab bar with your right hand push the scooter off the centerstand 2 Sit astride the seat and then ad just the rear view mirrors 3 Switch the turn signals on 4 Check for oncoming traffic and then slowly turn the throttle grip on the right in order to take off 5 Swi...

Page 42: ...radually in creasing the pressure Front Rear EAU16841 Engine break in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period between 0 and 1600 km 1000 mi For this reason you should read the follow ing material carefully Since the engine is brand new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselve...

Page 43: ... a Yamaha dealer check the vehi cle EAU17213 Parking When parking stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10311 Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn increasing the risk of a fuel leak...

Page 44: ...on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine while ser vicing can lead to eye injury burns fire or carbon monoxide poisoning possibly leading to death See page 2 1 for more in formation about carbon monox ide WARNING EWA15460 Brake discs calipers drums and linings can become very hot during use To avoid possible burns let brake components cool be...

Page 45: ...nformation included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs How ever additional tools such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly TIP If you do not have the tools or experi ence required for a particular job have a Yamaha dealer perform it for y...

Page 46: ...ETER READINGS 1000 km 600 mi or 1 month 7000 km 4000 mi or 6 months 13000 km 8000 mi or 12 months 19000 km 12000 mi or 18 months 25000 km 16000 mi or 24 months 31000 km 20000 mi or 30 months 1 Fuel line Check fuel and vacuum hoses for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Spark plug Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace every 16000 km 10000 mi or 18 months Replace 3 Valve clearance Check ...

Page 47: ...000 mi 2 V belt case air filter element Clean 3 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 4 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 5 Brake hoses Check for cracks or damage Replace Every 4 years 6 Rear brake lock Check operation Adjust 7 Wheels Check runout and for damage Replace if necessary 8...

Page 48: ... switch Check operation and replace if necessary 16 Front fork Check operation and for oil leakage Replace if necessary 17 Shock absorber assemblies Check operation and for oil leakage Replace if necessary 18 Engine oil Change See pages 4 3 and 7 14 Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage When the oil change indicator flashes at 5000 km 3000 mi and every 5000 km 3000 mi thereafter 19 Engine oi...

Page 49: ... 23 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 24 Throttle grip hous ing and cable Check operation and free play Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable 25 Lights signals and switches Check operation Adjust headlight beam No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 1000 km 600 mi or 1 month 7000 km 4000 mi or 6 months 13000 km 8000 mi or 12 m...

Page 50: ...eed to be replaced and the V belt air filter element needs to be serviced more frequent ly when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas Hydraulic brake service After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers always change the fluid Regularly check the brake fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and ...

Page 51: ...partment and then pull the cowling off as shown TIP The quick fastener is removed by push ing the center pin in with a screwdriver and then pulling the fastener out To install the cowling 1 Place the cowling in the original position and then install the quick fasteners TIP To install the quick fastener push the center pin out so that it will protrude from the fastener head insert the fas tener int...

Page 52: ... the cowlings 1 Remove cowlings A and B 2 Remove the passenger seat See page 4 12 3 Remove the grab bar by removing the grab bar bolts and collars 4 Remove the screw access cover by pulling it off 5 Remove the screws and then pull the cowling off To install the cowling 1 Place the cowling in the original po sition and then install the screws 1 Cowling B 2 Screw 1 Cowling B 1 2 1 1 Grab bar bolt 2 ...

Page 53: ...nd B Cowling E To remove the cowling 1 Pull up the left floorboard mats as shown 2 Remove the cowling screws 3 Pull the cowling down slightly and then pull it outward as shown To install the cowling 1 Insert the projections on the cowl ing into the slots as shown and then install the screws 2 Place the left floorboard mats in Tightening torque Grab bar bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 17 ft lbf 1 Left floorbo...

Page 54: ... the panel out as shown To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and then install the bolts Panel B To remove the panel Remove the screws and then pull the panel outward To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and then install the screws 1 Bolt 2 Panel A 2 1 1 Panel B 2 Screw 1 Screw 2 Panel B 2 1 1 2 ...

Page 55: ... spark plug cover by removing the screws 3 Remove the spark plug cap 4 Remove the spark plug as shown with the spark plug wrench includ ed in the owner s tool kit To check the spark plug 1 Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medium to light tan the ideal color when the vehicle is ridden normally TIP If the spark plug shows a distinctly dif ferent c...

Page 56: ...ue wrench is not available when installing a spark plug a good estimate of the correct torque is 1 4 1 2 turn past finger tight However the spark plug should be tightened to the speci fied torque as soon as possible 4 Install the spark plug cap TIP Make sure the spark plug wire is fas tened in the clamp as shown 5 Install the spark plug cover by in stalling the screws 6 Place the storage compartme...

Page 57: ... should be between the tip of the dipstick and the maximum lev el mark 4 If the engine oil is not between the tip of the dipstick and the maxi mum level mark add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level 5 Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole and then tighten the oil filler cap To change the engine oil with or without oil filter element replace ment 1 Place th...

Page 58: ...d engine oil and then install and tighten the oil filler cap TIP Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any parts after the engine and exhaust sys tem have cooled down NOTICE ECA11670 Do not use oils with a diesel specification of CD or oils of a higher quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled 1 Bolt 2 Oil filter element cover 2 1 1 Oil filter element cover 2 O ring 3 Compression spr...

Page 59: ...t the oil change indicator before the periodic oil change interval has been reached follow the above procedure but note that the indi cator will come on for 1 4 seconds after releasing the OIL CHANGE button otherwise repeat the procedure EAU20065 Final transmission oil The final transmission case must be checked for oil leakage before each ride If any leakage is found have a Yamaha dealer check an...

Page 60: ... should be checked before each ride In addition the cool ant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU34193 To check the coolant level 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion TIP The coolant level must be checked on a cold engine since the level varies with engine temperature Make sure that the vehicle is po...

Page 61: ...tap water instead Do not use hard water or salt water since it is harmful to the engine If water has been used instead of coolant replace it with cool ant as soon as possible other wise the cooling system will not be protected against frost and corrosion If water has been added to the coolant have a Yamaha dealer check the anti freeze content of the coolant as soon as possible otherwise the effect...

Page 62: ...re riding in un usually wet or dusty areas Replacing the air filter elements 1 Place the scooter on the center stand TIP Continue as follows for each air filter el ement 2 Remove the air filter case cover by removing the rubber caps and screws Left Right 3 Pull the air filter element out Left Right 4 Insert a new air filter element into the air filter case 5 Install the air filter case cover by in...

Page 63: ...n ECA12923 6 Install the rubber cap To clean the air filter check hoses 1 Check the hose at the bottom of both air filter cases for accumulat ed dirt or water Left Right 2 If dirt or water is visible remove the hose clean it and then install it Cleaning the V belt case air filter el ement 1 Remove cowling E See page 7 8 2 Remove panel B See page 7 8 3 Remove the left air filter case cov er 4 Remov...

Page 64: ...Make sure that the V belt filter element is properly seated in its case ECA12941 9 Install the V belt air filter case cov er by installing the screws 10 Install the left air filter case cover 11 Install the panel 12 Install the cowling EAU21383 Checking the throttle cable free play The throttle cable free play should mea sure 3 0 5 0 mm 0 12 0 20 in at the inner edge of the throttle grip Periodi c...

Page 65: ...eration of this vehicle with im proper tire pressure may cause se vere injury or death from loss of control The tire air pressure must be checked and adjusted on cold tires i e when the temperature of the tires equals the ambient temperature The tire air pressure must be ad justed in accordance with the riding speed and with the total weight of rider passenger car go and accessories approved for t...

Page 66: ...ly the tires list ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd WARNING EWA10470 Have a Yamaha dealer replace excessively worn tires Besides being illegal operating the vehi cle with excessively worn tires decreases riding stability and can lead to loss of control The replacement of all wheel and brake related parts includ ing the tires should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has...

Page 67: ...he tire or wheel has been changed or replaced An unbalanced wheel can result in poor performance adverse han dling characteristics and a short ened tire life Ride at moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire sur face must first be broken in for it to develop its optimal characteris tics After repairing or replacing the rear tire tighten the valve stem nut and locknut to the specified to...

Page 68: ...e Rear brake lock lever cable adjustment may be required if the rear brake lock lever does not hold properly When the rear brake lock lever is not in use the rear brake lock lever cable length should measure 45 mm to 47 mm 1 77 in to 1 85 in at the rear brake caliper Periodically check the rear brake lock lever cable length and if necessary adjust it as follows To increase the rear brake lock leve...

Page 69: ...assemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the wear indicator groove If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator groove has almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU34210 Rear brake pads Have a Yamaha dealer check each rear brake pad for damage and mea sure the lining thickness and if neces sary replace them as a set EAU22580 Checking t...

Page 70: ...lead to poor braking performance Be careful that water does not en ter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock Brake fluid may deteriorate paint ed surfaces or plastic parts Al ways clean up spilled fluid immediately As the brake pads wear it is nor mal for the brake fluid level to grad ually go down Howeve...

Page 71: ...with cable movement Replace damaged cables as soon as possi ble to prevent unsafe condi tions EWA10711 EAU23112 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride In addi tion the cable should be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance chart EAU23172 Lubricating the front and rear ...

Page 72: ...vots and met al to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10741 If the centerstand or sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it Otherwise the centerstand or sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator resulting in a possible loss of control Recommended lubricant Silicone grease Recommended lubricant Lithium s...

Page 73: ... push down hard on the handlebars several times to check if the front fork compresses and rebounds smoothly NOTICE ECA10590 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU45511 Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger Therefore the operation of the steering must be checked as fol lows at the intervals spe...

Page 74: ...e is poisonous and dangerous since it contains sul furic acid which causes severe burns Avoid any contact with skin eyes or clothing and al ways shield your eyes when working near batteries In case of contact administer the fol lowing FIRST AID EXTERNAL Flush with plenty of water INTERNAL Drink large quan tities of water or milk and im mediately call a physician EYES Flush with water for 15 minute...

Page 75: ...nstall ing the battery be sure the key is turned to OFF then con nect the positive lead before connecting the negative lead ECA16840 4 After installation make sure that the battery leads are properly con nected to the battery terminals NOTICE ECA16530 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage EAU34233 Replacing the fuses The main fuse and the f...

Page 76: ...al system 1 Spare main fuse 2 Main fuse 1 Fuse box 2 Taillight fuse 1 2 1 2 1 Ignition fuse 2 Signaling system fuse 3 Headlight fuse 4 Radiator fan fuse 5 Backup fuse for clock 6 Fuel injection system fuse 7 Spare fuse 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 Specified fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Taillight fuse 10 0 A Radiator fan fuse 10 0 A Fuel injection ...

Page 77: ... the headlight beam EAU24181 Tail brake light This model is equipped with an LED type tail brake light If the tail brake light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check it EAU36124 Replacing a front turn signal light bulb 1 Place the scooter on the center stand 2 Remove panel A See page 7 8 3 Remove the windshield by remov ing the screws 4 Remove the front turn signal light unit by removing the ...

Page 78: ...hen in stall the screws 10 Install the windshield by installing the screws 11 Install panel A EAU34263 Replacing a rear turn signal light bulb 1 Place the scooter on the center stand 2 Remove cowling C for replacing the left turn signal light bulb or cowling D for replacing the right turn signal light bulb See page 7 8 3 Remove the socket together with the turn signal light bulb by turning it coun...

Page 79: ...stand 2 Remove cowling B See page 7 8 3 Remove the license plate light cov er and license plate light lens by removing the screws 4 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 5 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and then turn it clock wise until it stops 6 Install the license plate light lens and license plate light cover by in stalling the screws 7 Insta...

Page 80: ...f However should your scooter re quire any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the scooter prop erly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment parts Imitation parts may look like Yamaha parts but they are often inferi or have a shorter service life and can lead to expensive repair bills WARNING EWA15141 When checking th...

Page 81: ...ression Check the ignition Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not start Check the battery Operate the electric starter 4 Battery The en...

Page 82: ...pe When the hissing sound has stopped press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap TIP If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible Wait until the engine has cooled Check the coolant level in the reservoir and radiator The coolant level is OK The coolant level is l...

Page 83: ...ng 1 Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and covers as well as all electrical couplers and connectors including the spark plug cap are tightly in stalled 3 Remove extremely stubborn dirt like oil burnt onto the crankcase with a degreasing agent and a brush but never apply such prod ucts onto seals gaskets and wheel axles Always rin...

Page 84: ...nge and then rinse thoroughly with clean water Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush for hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects will come off more easily if the area is covered with a wet cloth for a few minutes before cleaning After riding in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads Since sea salt or salt sprayed on the roads during winter are extremely cor rosive in combination with water...

Page 85: ...roduct Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint TIP Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad vice on what products to use Washing rainy weather or humid climates can cause the headlight lens to fog Turning the headlight on for a short period of time will help remove the moisture from the lens EAU36561 Storage Short term Always store your scooter in a cool dry place and if ne...

Page 86: ... injury from sparking make sure to ground the spark plug elec trodes while turning the en gine over EWA10951 4 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of the sidestand centerstand 5 Check and if necessary correct the tire air pressure and then lift the scooter so that both of its wheels are off the ground Alterna tively turn the wheels a little ever...

Page 87: ...nt replacement 1 50 L 1 59 US qt 1 32 Imp qt With oil filter element replacement 1 70 L 1 80 US qt 1 50 Imp qt Final transmission oil Type YAMALUBE 10W 40 or SAE 10W 30 type SE motor oil Quantity 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt Cooling system Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maxi mum level mark 0 32 L 0 34 US qt 0 28 Imp qt Radiator capacity including all routes 1 57 L 1 66 US qt 1 38 Imp qt Air...

Page 88: ...0 kg 0 198 lb Front 200 kPa 2 00 kgf cm2 29 psi Rear 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm2 36 psi Loading condition 90 196 kg 198 432 lb Front 200 kPa 2 00 kgf cm2 29 psi Rear 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm2 36 psi Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 14 x MT3 00 Rear wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 13 x MT4 00 Front brake Type Single disc brake Operation Right hand operation Recommended fluid DOT 4 Rear brake Typ...

Page 89: ...n signal light 12 V 21 0 W 2 License plate light 12 V 5 0 W 1 Meter lighting 12 V 2 0 W 3 High beam indicator light 12 V 1 4 W 1 Turn signal indicator light 12 V 1 4 W 2 Engine trouble warning light 12 V 1 4 W 1 Fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Taillight fuse 10 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 10 0 A Radiator fan fuse 10 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A Backup fuse ...

Page 90: ...EHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUM BER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EAU26381 Key identification number The key identification number is stamped into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU26410 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame TIP The vehicle identification number is used to identify your v...

Page 91: ... This in formation will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer EAU48061 Vehicle Emission Control Information label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label is affixed at the location in the illustration This label shows specifica tions related to exhaust emissions as required by federal law state law and Environment Canada 1 Model label 1 1 Vehicle Emission Control Informa...

Page 92: ...art below is printed only as a reminder that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks 1000 km 600 mi or 1 month 7000 km 4000 mi or 6 months 13000 km 8000 mi or 12 months 19000 km 12000 mi or 18 months 25000 km 16000 mi or 24 months 31000 km 20000 mi or 30 months 37000 km 24000 ...

Page 93: ...CONSUMER INFORMATION 10 4 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 55000 km 36000 mi or 54 months 61000 km 40000 mi or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks ...

Page 94: ...rial number as shown on the original warranty document the name of the previous owner the original delivery date of the MOTORCYCLE the complete name and address of the subsequent owner the indication that the subsequent owner has received and read the Owner s Manual and this warranty policy Section C Obtaining Repairs Under Warranty To obtain repairs under warranty the CUSTOMER must ensure that th...

Page 95: ...ives Generally speaking this warranty covers defects in workmanship and material If an adjustment becomes necessary present your MOTORCYCLE to your DEALER and have the DEALER contact the appropriate tire manufacturer Storing your MOTORCYCLE If your MOTORCYCLE is not to be used for 60 days or more it must be properly stored to ensure against deterioration You should consult your Owner s Manual for ...

Page 96: ... Key identification number 10 1 L Labels location 1 1 License plate light bulb replacing 7 36 M Main switch steering lock 4 1 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 7 4 Maintenance emission control system 7 3 Maintenance record 10 3 Matte color caution 8 1 Model label 10 2 Multi function display 4 3 P Parking 6 4 Part locations 3 1 R Rear brake lock lever 4 8 Rear brake lock lever cable adjusting 7 ...

Page 97: ...INDEX Wheel bearings checking 7 31 Wheels 7 24 ...

Page 98: ...PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD PRINTED IN JAPAN 2010 03 0 1 1 E ...

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