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34B-28199-10

YP400Y

OWNER’S MANUAL

Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.

LIT-11626-22-28

Summary of Contents for Majesty YP400Y

Page 1: ...34B 28199 10 YP400Y OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle LIT 11626 22 28 ...

Page 2: ...EAU10042 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold Q ...

Page 3: ...e 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 minor discrepancies between...

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: ...R S MANUAL 2008 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition May 2008 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan P N LIT 11626 22 28 ...

Page 6: ...MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 7 1 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 Canister 7 14 Engine oil and oil filter element 7 14 Final transmission oil 7 17 Coolant 7 18 Air filter elements and check hoses and V belt case air filter eleme...

Page 7: ...Troubleshooting charts 7 39 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 Reporting safety defects 10 3 Scooter noise regulation 10 4 Maintenance record 10 5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A STREET AND ENDURO MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY 10 7 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 10 9 ...

Page 8: ... the labels 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 ...

Page 9: ...00 1 WARNING BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ THE OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET eye protection and protective clothing 5GK 2118K 00 5RU 24877 A0 LOAD LIMIT 2 kg 4 lbs 5RU 21668 00 WARNING Improper loading can cause loss of control Read owner s manual for proper loading 3JJ 28446 A1 3LD 24877 A0 LOAD LIMIT 5 kg 11 lbs 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 10: ...LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS 1 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 5RU 21686 00 ...

Page 11: ...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 approaching and passing through i...

Page 12: ...rs 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 operation and can cause burns A passenger should also observe th...

Page 13: ...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 unstable handling or a slow steering response This vehicle is not desig...

Page 14: ... they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of the scooter due to aerodynamic effects Wind 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 operat...

Page 15: ...ver 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 you wash the scooter After washing the scooter check the brakes before riding ...

Page 16: ...e 4 9 3 Rear storage compartment page 4 14 4 V belt case air filter element page 7 20 5 Owner s tool kit page 7 2 6 Fuses page 7 33 7 Battery page 7 32 8 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 4 16 9 Air filter element left page 7 20 10 Engine oil filter element page 7 14 11 Sidestand page 4 16 7 30 ...

Page 17: ...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 18 5 Radiator 6 Centerstand page 7 30 7 Air filter element right page 7 20 8 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 4 16 ...

Page 18: ... 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 22 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 19: ...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 EAU10681 LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems ...

Page 20: ...n the electrical circuit monitoring the engine If this occurs 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 If the warning light does not come on for a few seconds then go off have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit EAU11601 Speedometer The speedometer shows the riding speed When the key is turned ...

Page 21: ...ay 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 which shows the to tal distance traveled 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 b...

Page 22: ...ous 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 sec onds While TRIP or TRIP F is flashing push the RESET button for at least one second If you do not reset the fuel reserve tripmeter manually it will reset itself au...

Page 23: ... 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 indicator flashes every 20000 km 12500 mi wh...

Page 24: ...least 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 ambi...

Page 25: ...fter 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 r...

Page 26: ...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 B...

Page 27: ...hat 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 fuel tank cap into ...

Page 28: ...rks 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 spilled fuel w...

Page 29: ...that contain ing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if the ethanol con tent does not exceed 10 E10 Gas ohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it can cause damage to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems EAU13432 Catalytic converter This model is equipped with a catalytic converter in the exhaust system WARNING EWA10861 The exhaust system is hot after o...

Page 30: ...verter 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 31: ... 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 l...

Page 32: ...ert 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 s...

Page 33: ...id 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 e...

Page 34: ...ded in the owner s tool kit to make this adjustment EAU15301 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 further down for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut of...

Page 35: ...hes 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 TIP This check is most reliable if perf...

Page 36: ...l 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 sidestand switch may not be working correctly The scooter should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer YES NO YES NO NO YES The brake switch may not be working correctly ...

Page 37: ...procedures and schedules described in the Owner s Manual WARNING EWA11151 Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer Before using this vehicle check the follo...

Page 38: ...8 Front brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid level in reservoir If necessary add recommended brake fluid to specified level Check hydraulic system for leakage 7 25 7 27 Rear brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if nec...

Page 39: ...oints if necessary 7 29 Centerstand sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivots if necessary 7 30 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened Tighten if necessary Instruments lights signals and switches Check operation Correct if necessary Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut off system If system is not working correctly h...

Page 40: ...e will crank when pushing the start switch EAU34461 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 and make sure that the engine stop switch is set to 2 Close the ...

Page 41: ... and closing the throttle To increase the speed turn the throttle grip in direction a To reduce the speed turn the throt tle grip in direction b EAU16793 Braking WARNING EWA10300 Avoid braking hard or suddenly especially when leaning over to one side otherwise the scooter may skid or overturn Railroad crossings streetcar rails iron plates on road con struction sites and manhole covers become extre...

Page 42: ...es During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided EAU34321 0 1000 km 0 600 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 4000 r min NOTICE After 1000 km 600 mi of operation be sure to replace the engine oil final transmission oil and the oil filter element ECA12931 1000 1600 km 600 1000 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 6000 r m...

Page 43: ...NING 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 and fire Do not park near grass or other flammable materials which might catch fire ...

Page 44: ...s 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 EWA10330 This scooter is designed for use on paved roads only If this scooter is operated in abnormally dusty mud dy or wet conditions the air filter el ement should be cleaned or replaced more frequently ot...

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: ...1000 km 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 10000 mi 16000 km or 18 months Replace 3 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clear ance when engine is cold Every 26600 mi 42000 km 4 Crankcase breather system Check breather hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 5 Fuel i...

Page 47: ...00 km 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: ...on Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 15 Sidestand switch Check operation and replace if necessary 16 Front fork Check operation and for oil leak age Replace if necessary 17 Shock absorber assemblies Check operation and for oil leak age Replace if necessary 18 Engine oil Change See pages 4 3 and 7 14 When the oil change indicator flashes every 3125 mi 5000 km Check oil level and vehicle for o...

Page 49: ...l transmission oil Check vehicle for oil leakage Change 22 V belt Replace When the V belt replacement indicator flashes every 12500 mi 20000 km 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 hous ing and cable 25 Lights signals and switches Check operatio...

Page 50: ...y 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 calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged ...

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 position and then install the screws 1 Cowling B 2 Screw 1 Cowling B 1 2 1 1 Grab bar bolt 2 C...

Page 53: ... 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 the original position Tightening torque Grab bar bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kgf 16 6 ft lbf 1 ...

Page 54: ...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: ...park 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 col...

Page 56: ...rench 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 compartment m...

Page 57: ...gine oil level 1 Place the vehicle on the center stand A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading 2 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 3 Wait a few minutes until the oil set tles remove the oil filler cap wipe the dipstick clean insert it back into the oil filler hole without screwing it in and then remove it again to check the oil level TIP The engin...

Page 58: ...er element is not being replaced 5 Remove the oil filter element cover by removing the bolts NOTICE When removing the oil filter ele ment cover the compression spring will fall out Take care not to lose the compression spring ECA12911 6 Remove and replace the oil filter element and O rings 1 Engine oil drain bolt 1 1 Engine oil drain bolt 2 Washer 2 1 1 Bolt 2 Oil filter element cover 1 Oil filter...

Page 59: ...s of a higher quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Be sure no foreign material en ters the crankcase 10 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking im mediately turn the engine off and check for the cause 11 Reset the oil change indicator ac cording to the following procedure To r...

Page 60: ...sing the OIL CHANGE button otherwise repeat the procedure EAU20064 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 and repair the scooter In addition the final transmis sion oil must be changed as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart 1 Start the eng...

Page 61: ...ide 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 posi tioned straight up when check...

Page 62: ... 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 effec...

Page 63: ...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 cap 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 installing th...

Page 64: ...3 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 Remove the V b...

Page 65: ... NOTICE 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 EAU21382 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 throttle grip Periodically check ...

Page 66: ...peration 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 ...

Page 67: ...n tires re placed by a Yamaha dealer immediately Brakes tires and relat ed wheel parts replacement should be left to a Yamaha Service Techni cian After extensive tests only the tires list ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd WARNING EWA10580 It is dangerous to ride with a worn out tire When a tire tread begins to show crosswise lines have a Yamaha dealer replace the ti...

Page 68: ...ed whenever either the 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...

Page 69: ...e lock lever cable 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 rea...

Page 70: ...th out having to disassemble 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...

Page 71: ...cal reaction and 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 ual...

Page 72: ...rfer ence with cable movement Replace damaged cables as soon as possi ble to prevent unsafe condi tions EWA10711 EAU23111 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 at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart EAU23172 Lubricating the front and rear brake leve...

Page 73: ...resulting in a possible loss of control EAU23272 Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance and lubrication chart To check the condition Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upr...

Page 74: ...n chart 1 Place the vehicle on the center stand WARNING To avoid inju ry securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10751 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for ward and backward If any free play can be felt have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the steering EAU23290 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be ch...

Page 75: ...arettes etc away from the battery and pro vide sufficient ventilation when charging it in an enclosed space KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER IES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat tery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quickly if the vehicle is equipped with optional electrical access...

Page 76: ...fuses for the individual cir cuits are located behind cowling A See page 7 8 If a fuse is blown replace it as follows 1 Turn the key to OFF and turn off the electrical circuit in question 2 Remove the blown fuse and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage WARNING Do not use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than recommended to avoid causing extensive dam age to the electrical system and...

Page 77: ...ith quartz bulb headlights If a headlight bulb burns out have a Yamaha dealer replace it and if necessary adjust the headlight beam 1 Ignition fuse 2 Signaling system fuse 3 Headlight fuse 4 Radiator fan fuse 5 Backup fuse for odometer and 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 ...

Page 78: ... 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 screws 5 Remove the socket together with the bulb by turning it counter clockwise 6 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter 1 Screw 2 Windshield 1 2 1 Screw 2 Front turn signal li...

Page 79: ...ng 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 counterclockwise 4 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 5 Insert a new bulb...

Page 80: ...tory trouble may occur dur ing operation Any problem in the fuel compression or ignition systems for example can cause poor starting and loss of power The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your self However should your scooter re quire any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experie...

Page 81: ...PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 7 38 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 heaters or furnaces Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex plode causing severe injury or property damage ...

Page 82: ...pression 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 e...

Page 83: ...e 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 lo...

Page 84: ...ore cleaning 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 ...

Page 85: ...efore 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 carry out the following steps after each ride in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads TIP Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may remain well into spring 1 Clean the scooter with cold water and a mild de...

Page 86: ... in and cause rust To prevent corrosion avoid damp cellars stables because of the presence of ammonia and areas where strong chemi cals are stored Long term Before storing your scooter for several months 1 Follow all the instructions in the Care section of this chapter 2 Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer if available to prevent the fuel tank from rusting and the fuel from deteriorating...

Page 87: ...nth in order to prevent the tires from becoming degraded in one spot 6 Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it 7 Remove the battery and fully charge it Store it in a cool dry place and charge it once a month Do not store the battery in an ex cessively cold or warm place less than 0 C 30 F or more than 30 C 90 F For more information on storing the battery se...

Page 88: ...With oil filter element replacement 1 70 L 1 80 US qt 1 50 Imp qt Final transmission oil Type YAMALUBE 4 10W 30 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 filter Air filter element Oil coated paper...

Page 89: ...9 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 Type Single disc brake Operation Left hand op...

Page 90: ...urn 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 fus...

Page 91: ...EHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 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 ve...

Page 92: ...0 Model label The model label is affixed to the inside of the rear storage compartment See page 4 14 Record the information on this label in the space provided This in formation will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer 1 Model label 1 ...

Page 93: ...ints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or writ...

Page 94: ...gn incorporated into any new ve hicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person AMONG THOSE ACTS PRESUMED TO CONSTITUTE TAMPERING ARE THE ACTS LISTED BELOW These acts include tampering with the following syste...

Page 95: ...warranty The chart 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 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4000 mi 7000 km or 6 months 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months 12000 mi 19000 km or 18 months 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months 20000 mi 31000 km or 30 months ...

Page 96: ...ORMATION 10 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 32000 mi 49000 km or 48 months 36000 mi 55000 km or 54 months 40000 mi 61000 km or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks ...

Page 97: ...ine be inspected and registered for warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer In order for this warranty to remain in effect this inspection and registration must take place within ten 10 days after transfer An inspection and registration fee will be charged for this service EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A also warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each su...

Page 98: ...of sale and upon your request at any later date Each Yamaha motorcycle dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Is the warranty transferable to second owners Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon request The unit has to be inspected and re registered by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer for the policy to remain effective CUSTOMER S...

Page 99: ... t have to pay anything for covered repairs There s no deductible to pay and repairs aren t pro rated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is included at no extra cost TRIP gives you up to 150 reimbursement per occurrence for any reasonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service replacemen...

Page 100: ...wing you ll have strong factory backed protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number your frame number We ll be happy to help you get the Y E S coverage you need Yamaha Service Marketing P O Box 6555 Cypress CA 90630 1 866 YES EXTD 1 866 937 3983 ...

Page 101: ...ng lights 4 2 K Key identification number 10 1 L Labels location 1 1 License plate light bulb replacing 7 37 M Main switch steering lock 4 1 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 7 4 Maintenance emission control system 7 3 Maintenance record 10 5 Matte color caution 8 1 Model label 10 2 Multi function display 4 3 N Noise regulation 10 4 P Parking 6 4 Part locations 3 1 Pre operation check list 5 2 ...

Page 102: ...INDEX Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Warranty extended 10 9 Warranty limited 10 7 Wheel bearings checking 7 31 Wheels 7 25 ...

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Page 104: ...PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD PRINTED IN JAPAN 2008 5 0 6 1 E ...

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