wheel YAMAHA XENTER 125 2012 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION .................... 1-1
Further safe-riding points ................. 1-5
DESCRIPTION .................................... 2-1
Left view ........................................... 2-1
Right view ......................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ................. 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNC-
TIONS .................................................. 3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................. 3-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .... 3-2
Multi-function display ........................ 3-3
Handlebar switches .......................... 3-7
Front brake lever .............................. 3-7
Rear brake lever ............................... 3-8
Fuel tank cap .................................... 3-8
Fuel .................................................. 3-9
Catalytic converter ......................... 3-10
Seat ................................................ 3-11
Passenger footrest ......................... 3-12
Front storage compartment ............ 3-12
Rear storage compartment ............ 3-13
Shock absorber assembly .............. 3-13
Carrier ............................................ 3-14
Luggage holder .............................. 3-14
FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION
CHECKS ............................................. 4-1OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS ............................................... 5-1
Starting the engine ........................... 5-1
Starting off ........................................ 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration .......... 5-2
Braking ............................................. 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .. 5-3
Engine break-in ................................ 5-3
Parking ............................................. 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT .................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ................................. 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ................... 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication
chart .............................................. 6-4
Removing and installing the cowling
and panels .................................... 6-7
Checking the spark plug ................... 6-9
Engine oil and oil strainer ............... 6-10
Final transmission oil ...................... 6-12
Coolant ........................................... 6-13
Air fi lter and V-belt case air fi lter
elements ..................................... 6-15
Checking the engine idling speed .. 6-16
Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................. 6-16
Valve clearance .............................. 6-17
Tires ............................................... 6-17
Cast wheels .................................... 6-19Checking the front brake lever free
play ............................................. 6-19
Adjusting the rear brake lever free
play ............................................. 6-19
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes ......................... 6-20
Checking the brake fl uid level ........ 6-21
Changing the brake fl uid ................ 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
cables ......................................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the throttle
grip and cable ............................. 6-23
Lubricating the front and rear brake
levers .......................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand ................................. 6-23
Checking the front fork ................... 6-24
Checking the steering .................... 6-25
Checking the wheel bearings ......... 6-25
Battery ............................................ 6-25
Replacing the fuses ........................ 6-27
Replacing a headlight bulb ............. 6-28
Tail/brake light ................................ 6-29
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb ............................................. 6-29
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ..... 6-30
Replacing a rear turn signal light
bulb ............................................. 6-31
License plate light .......................... 6-31
Troubleshooting ............................. 6-32
Troubleshooting charts ................... 6-33
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SAFETY INFORMATION
• Always obey the speed limit
and never travel faster than
warranted by road and traffic
conditions.
• Always signal before turning or
changing lanes. Make sure that
other motorists can see you.
● The posture of the operator and
passenger is important for proper
control.
• The operator should keep both
hands on the handlebar and
both feet on the operator foot-
rests during operation to main-
tain control of the scooter.
• The passenger should always
hold onto the operator, the seat
strap or grab bar, if equipped,
with both hands and keep both
feet on the passenger foot-
rests. Never carry a passenger
unless he or she can firmly
place both feet on the passen-
ger footrests.● Never ride under the infl uence of
alcohol or other drugs.● This scooter is designed for on-
road use only. It is not suitable for off-road use.
Protective Apparel
The majority of fatalities from scooter
accidents are the result of head inju-
ries. The use of a safety helmet is the
single most critical factor in the pre-
vention or reduction of head injuries.
● Always wear an approved helmet.● Wear a face shield or goggles.
Wind in your unprotected eyes
could contribute to an impairment
of vision that could delay seeing a
hazard.● The use of a jacket, substantial
shoes, trousers, gloves, etc., is
effective 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
system become very hot during
or after operation and can cause
burns.
● A passenger should also observe
the above precautions.
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing
carbon monoxide can cause head-
aches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea,
confusion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless,
odorless, tasteless gas which may
be present even if you do not see or
smell any engine exhaust. Deadly
levels of carbon monoxide can collect
rapidly and you can quickly be over-
come and unable to save yourself.
Also, deadly levels of carbon mon-
oxide can linger for hours or days in
enclosed or poorly ventilated areas.
If you experience any symptoms of
carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the
area immediately, get fresh air, and
SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.●
Do not run engine indoors. Even
if you try to ventilate engine ex-
haust with fans or open windows
and doors, carbon monoxide can
rapidly reach dangerous levels.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories,
and Modi cations
While you may fi nd aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accesso-
ries or modifications are not suitable
because of potential safety hazards
to you or others. Installing aftermarket
products or having other modifi cations
performed to your vehicle that change
any of the vehicle’s design or opera-
tion characteristics can put you and
others at greater risk of serious injury
or death. You are responsible for inju-
ries related to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under
“Loading” when mounting accesso-
ries.●
Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the per-
formance of your scooter. Care-
fully inspect the accessory before
using it to make sure that it does
not in any way reduce ground
clearance or cornering clearance,
limit suspension travel, steering travel or control operation, or ob-
scure lights or refl ectors.
• Accessories fitted to the han-
dlebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improp-
er weight distribution or aerody-
namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, 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 operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the
freedom of movement of the
operator and may limit control
ability, therefore, such acces-sories are not recommended.
●
Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical ac-
cessories exceed the capacity of
the scooter’s electrical system, an
electric failure could result, which
could cause a dangerous loss of
lights or engine power.
Aftermarket Tires and Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
scooter were designed to match the
performance capabilities and to pro-
vide the best combination of handling,
braking, and comfort. Other tires,
rims, sizes, and combinations may not
be appropriate. Refer to page 6-17 for
tire specifications and more informa-
tion on replacing your tires.
Transporting the Scooter
Be sure to observe following instruc-
tions before transporting the scooter
in another vehicle.
●
Remove all loose items from the
scooter.
●
Point the front wheel straight
ahead on the trailer or in the truck
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FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Wheels and tires• Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.6-17~6-19
Brake levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.3-7~3-8, 6-23
Centerstand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-23
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.3-2~3-7
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General maintenance and lubrication chartNO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi)6000 km
(3500 mi)
12000 km
(7000 mi)18000 km
(10500 mi)24000 km
(14000 mi)
1 Air lter element• Replace. Every 20000 km (12500 mi)
2 Air lter check hose• Clean.
√√√√√
3V-belt case air lter ele-
ment• Clean.
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• Replace. Every 20000 km (12500 mi)
4 * Front brake• Check operation, fl uid level and vehicle for fl uid leakage.
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• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
5 * Rear brake• Check operation and adjust brake lever free play.
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• Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit
6 * Brake hose• Check for cracks or damage.
• Check for correct routing and clamping.√√√√ √
• Replace. Every 4 years
7 * Wheels• Check runout and for damage.
√√√√
8 * Tires• Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.√√√√ √
9 * Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or damage.
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10 * Steering bearings• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
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• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
11 * Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.√√√√ √
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Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.2 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)8. Install the final transmission oil
fi ller cap and its new O-ring, and
then tighten the oil fi ller cap.
9. Check the fi nal transmission case
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
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CoolantThe coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specifi ed in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAUT3690
To check the coolant level
The coolant level should be checked
as follows before each ride. In addi-
tion, the coolant must be changed at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.TIP● The coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.● Make sure that the vehicle is po-
sitioned straight up when check-
ing the coolant level. A slight tilt
to the side can result in a false
1
1. Final transmission oil drain bolt6. Install the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its new gasket, and
then tighten the bolt to the speci-
fi ed torque.Tightening torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14.5 ft·lbf)7. Refi ll with the specifi ed amount of
the recommended fi nal transmis-
sion oil. WARNING! Make sure
that no foreign material enters
the final transmission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on
the tire or wheel.
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necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
Tire information
This model is equipped with tubeless
tires.
After extensive tests, only the tires
listed below have been approved for
this model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.Front tire:
Size:
100/80-16M/C 50P
Manufacturer/model:
DURO/DM1157F
Rear tire:
Size:
120/80-16M/C 60P
Manufacturer/model:
DURO/DM1157
EWA10470
WARNING
● Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
vehicle 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 the
Tire inspection
1
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1. Tire tread depth
2. Tire sidewallThe tires must be checked before
each ride. If the center tread depth
reaches the specified limit, if the tire
has a nail or glass fragments in it, or if
the sidewall is cracked, have a Yama-
ha dealer replace the tire immediately.Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
0.8 mm (0.03 in)TIPThe tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always com-
ply with the local regulations.
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Adjusting the rear brake lever
free play11. Rear brake lever free playThe brake lever free play should mea-
sure 10 ~ 15 mm (0.4 ~ 0.6 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake
lever free play and, if necessary, ad-
just it as follows.
EAUS2001
Checking the front brake le-
ver free play
1
1. Front brake lever free playPeriodically check the brake lever free
play. If the free play exceeds 10 mm
(0.39 in), have a Yamaha dealer ad-
just it.
EWA10641
WARNING
An incorrect brake lever free play
indicates a hazardous condition in
the brake system. Do not operate
the vehicle until the brake system
has been checked or repaired by a
Yamaha dealer.
EAU21962
Cast wheelsTo maximize the performance, dura-
bility, and safe operation of your ve-
hicle, note the following points regard-
ing the specifi ed wheels.● The wheel rims should be
checked for cracks, bends, warp-
age or other damage before each
ride. If any damage is found,
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the wheel. Do not attempt even
the smallest repair to the wheel.
A deformed or cracked wheel
must be replaced.● The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced.
An unbalanced wheel can result
in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
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Battery
1
1. BatteryThis model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
EWA10760
WARNING
●
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
sulfuric acid, which causes se-
vere burns. Avoid any contact
with skin, eyes or clothing and
EAU23291
Checking the wheel bearingsThe front and rear wheel bearings
must be checked at the intervals
specifi ed in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. If there is play in
the wheel hub or if the wheel does not
turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAU45511
Checking the steeringWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specifi ed in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the cen-
terstand. WARNING! To avoid
injury, securely support the ve-
hicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
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2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
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Matte color caution
ECA15192
NOTICESome models are equipped with
matte colored finished parts. Be
sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use be-
fore cleaning the vehicle.
Using a brush, harsh chemical
products or cleaning compounds
when cleaning these parts will
scratch or damage their surface.
Wax also should not be applied to
any matte colored nished parts.
EAU26094
CareWhile the open design of a scooter
reveals the attractiveness of the tech-
nology, it also makes it more vulner-
able. Rust and corrosion can develop
even if high-quality components are
used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go
unnoticed on a car, however, it de-
tracts from the overall appearance of
a scooter. Frequent and proper care
does not only comply with the terms of
the warranty, but it will also keep your
scooter looking good, extend its life
and optimize its performance.
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and cov-
ers as well as all electrical cou-
plers and connectors, including
the spark plug cap, are tightly
installed.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and
a brush, but never apply such
products onto seals, gaskets and
wheel axles. Always rinse the dirt
and degreaser off with water.
Cleaning
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NOTICE● Avoid using strong acidic
wheel cleaners, especially
on spoked wheels. If such
products are used on hard-to-
remove dirt, do not leave the
cleaner on the affected area
any longer than instructed.
Also, thoroughly rinse the area
off with water, immediately dry
it, and then apply a corrosion
protection spray.● Improper cleaning can dam-
age plastic parts (such as
cowlings, panels, windshields,
headlight lenses, meter lenses,
etc.) and the muf ers. Use only
a soft, clean cloth or sponge
with water to clean plastic.
However, if the plastic parts
cannot be thoroughly cleaned
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