wheel YAMAHA NMAX 125 2020 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
Smart key system ........................... 3-1
Smart key system ........................... 3-1
Operating range of the smart key
system......................................... 3-2
Handling of the smart key and
mechanical keys ......................... 3-3
Smart key ....................................... 3-4
Replacing the smart key battery..... 3-6
Main switch .................................... 3-7
Stop and Start System..................... 4-1
Stop and Start System ................... 4-1
Stop and Start System operation ... 4-1
Special features .............................. 5-1
CCU (Communication Control
Unit) ............................................. 5-1
Instrument and control functions... 6-1
Indicator lights and warning
lights............................................ 6-1
Multi-function meter unit ................ 6-3
Handlebar switches ........................ 6-9Front brake lever ........................... 6-11
Rear brake lever ............................ 6-11
ABS ............................................... 6-11
Traction control system ................ 6-12
Fuel tank cap ................................ 6-14
Fuel ............................................... 6-15
Fuel tank overflow hose ................ 6-16
Catalytic converter ........................ 6-16
Seat ............................................... 6-17
Helmet holders .............................. 6-17
Storage compartments ................. 6-18
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies ................................. 6-19
Power outlet ................................. 6-20
Sidestand ...................................... 6-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 6-22
For your safety – pre-operation
checks............................................... 7-1
Operation and important riding
points................................................. 8-1
Engine break-in ............................... 8-1
Starting the engine .......................... 8-2
Starting off ...................................... 8-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 8-3
Braking ............................................ 8-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ................................ 8-3
Parking ........................................... 8-4Periodic maintenance and
adjustment........................................ 9-1
Tool kit ............................................ 9-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 9-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 9-3
Removing and installing panels ...... 9-7
Checking the spark plug................. 9-9
Canister ........................................ 9-11
Engine oil and oil strainer ............. 9-11
Why Yamalube.............................. 9-13
Final transmission oil .................... 9-13
Coolant ......................................... 9-15
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements .................................... 9-16
Checking the throttle grip
free play..................................... 9-19
Valve clearance............................. 9-19
Tires .............................................. 9-19
Cast wheels .................................. 9-21
Checking the front and rear
brake lever free play .................. 9-21
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 9-22
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 9-23
Changing the brake fluid .............. 9-24
Checking the V-belt ...................... 9-24
Checking and lubricating the
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Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ................9-25
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers................................9-25
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ........9-26
Checking the front fork..................9-27
Checking the steering ...................9-27
Checking the wheel bearings ........9-28
Battery ...........................................9-28
Replacing the fuses .......................9-29
Vehicle lights .................................9-31
Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb ....................................9-31
Replacing a rear turn signal
light bulb ....................................9-32
Troubleshooting ............................9-33
Troubleshooting chart ...................9-36
Emergency mode .........................9-38
Motorcycle care and storage........10-1
Matte color caution .......................10-1
Care ...............................................10-1
Storage ..........................................10-3
Specifications..................................11-1
Consumer information...................12-1
Identification numbers ...................12-1
Diagnostic connector ....................12-2
Vehicle data recording ..................12-2Index................................................ 13-1
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Safety information
1-2
1 Many accidents involve inexperi-
enced operators. In fact, many op-
erators who have been involved in
accidents do not even have a cur-
rent driver’s license.
• Make sure that you are qualified
and that you only lend your
scooter to other qualified opera-
tors.
• Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
• We recommend that you prac-
tice riding your scooter where
there is no traffic until you have
become thoroughly familiar with
the scooter and all of its con-
trols.
Many accidents have been
caused by error of the scooter op-
erator. A typical error made by the
operator is veering wide on a turn
due to excessive speed or under-
cornering (insufficient lean angle
for the speed).
• Always obey the speed limit and
never travel faster than warrant-
ed by road and traffic condi-
tions.• 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 footrests.
Never carry a passenger unless
he or she can firmly place both
feet on the passenger footrests.
Never ride under the influence 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 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
the above precautions.
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Safety information
1-5
1Aftermarket 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 9-19 for tire
specifications and more information 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
bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
vent movement.
Secure the scooter with tie-downs
or suitable straps that are at-
tached to solid parts of the scoot-
er, such as the frame or upper
front fork triple clamp (and not, for
example, to rubber-mounted han-
dlebars or turn signals, or parts
that could break). Choose the lo-cation for the straps carefully so
the straps will not rub against
painted surfaces during transport.
The suspension should be com-
pressed somewhat by the tie-
downs, if possible, so that the
scooter will not bounce exces-
sively during transport.
EAU57600
Further safe-riding pointsBe sure to signal clearly when
making turns.
Braking can be extremely difficult
on a wet road. Avoid hard braking,
because the scooter could slide.
Apply the brakes slowly when
stopping on a wet surface.
Slow down as you approach a
corner or turn. Once you have
completed 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 or linings could
get wet when you wash the scoot-
er. After washing the scooter,
check the brakes before riding.
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Instrument and control functions
6-1
6
EAU77123
Indicator lights and warning
lights
EAU88900
Turn signal indicator lights “ ”
and“”
Each indicator light will flash when its
corresponding turn signal lights are
flashing.
EAU88910
High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU88711
Malfunction indicator light
(MIL) “ ”
This light comes on or flashes if a prob-
lem is detected in the engine or other
vehicle control system. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the on-
board diagnostic system. The electri-
cal circuit of the warning light can be
checked by vehicle power on. The light
should come on for a few seconds,
and then go off. If the light does not
come on initially when the vehicle pow-
er on, or if the light remains on, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
NOTICE
ECA26820
If the MIL starts flashing, reduce en-
gine speed to prevent exhaust sys-
tem damage.TIPThe engine is sensitively controlled for
the on-board diagnostic system to de-
tect deterioration and malfunction of
the emission control system. Due to
this specification, the MIL may come
on or flash for vehicle modifications,
lack of maintenance, or excessive or
improper use of the vehicle. To prevent
this, observe these precautions.
Do not attempt to modify the soft-
ware of the engine control unit.
Do not add any electrical acces-
sories that interfere with engine
control.
Do not use aftermarket accesso-
ries or parts such as suspension,
spark plugs, injectors, exhaust
system, etc.
Do not change drivetrain specifi-
cations (chain, sprockets, wheels,
tires, etc.).
1. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. Incoming notification indicator light “ ”
3. Traction control system indicator
light “ ”
4. ABS warning light “ ”
5. High beam indicator light “ ”
6. Malfunction indicator light “ ”
7. Stop and Start System indicator light “ ”
8. Smart key system indicator light “ ”
9. Incoming call indicator light “ ”
10.Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
4 110
5
6
7
8
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Instrument and control functions
6-2
6Do not remove or alter the O2 sen-
sor, air induction system, or ex-
haust parts (catalysts or EXUP,
etc.).
Maintain proper V-belt and drive
belt (if equipped).
Maintain correct tire pressure.
Do not operate the vehicle in an
extreme manner. For example, re-
peated or excessive opening and
closing of the throttle, racing,
burnouts, wheelies, etc.
EAU88890
ABS warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
vehicle is first turned on, and goes off
after starting riding. If the warning light
comes on while riding, the anti-lock
brake system may not work correctly.
WARNING
EWA16043
If the ABS warning light does not
turn off after reaching 10 km/h (6
mi/h), or if the warning light comes
on while riding:
Use extra caution to avoid pos-
sible wheel lock during emer-
gency braking. Have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle as soon as possible.
TIPThe ABS warning light may come on
while revving the engine with the vehi-
cle on its centerstand, but this does
not indicate a malfunction.
EAU88930
Traction control system indicator
light “ ”
This indicator light will flash when trac-
tion control has engaged.
If the traction control system is turned
off, this indicator light will come on.
(See page 6-12.)TIPWhen the vehicle is turned on, the light
should come on for a few seconds and
then go off. If the light does not come
on, or if the light remains on, have a
Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
EAUN2770
Smart key system indicator
light “ ”
This indicator light communicates the
status of the smart key system. When
the smart key system is operating nor-
mally, this indicator light will be off. If
there is an error in the smart key sys-
tem, the indicator light will flash. The
indicator light will also flash when com-
munication between the vehicle and
smart key takes place and when cer-
tain smart key system operations are
carried out.
EAUN2830
Stop and Start System indicator
light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
Stop and Start System activates. The
indicator light will flash when the en-
gine is automatically stopped by the
Stop and Start System.TIPEven if the Stop and Start Switch is set
to Ž, this indicator light may not
come on. (See page 4-1.)
A
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Instrument and control functions
6-12
6
TIPThe ABS performs a self-diagno-
sis test each time the vehicle first
starts off after the key is turned to
“ON” and the vehicle has traveled
at a speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or
higher. During this test, a “click-
ing” noise can be heard from the
front of the vehicle, and if either
brake lever is even slightly ap-
plied, a vibration can be felt at the
lever, but these do not indicate a
malfunction.
This ABS has a test mode which
allows the owner to experience
the pulsation at the brake levers
when the ABS is operating. How-
ever, special tools are required, so
please consult your Yamaha deal-
er.NOTICE
ECA20100
Be careful not to damage the wheel
sensor or wheel sensor rotor; other-
wise, improper performance of the
ABS will result.
EAUN2810
Traction control systemThe traction control system (TCS)
helps maintain traction when acceler-
ating on slippery surfaces, such as un-
paved or wet roads. If sensors detect
that the rear wheel is starting to slip
(uncontrolled spinning), the traction
control system assists by regulating
engine power until traction is restored.
When traction control has engaged,
the “ ” indicator light will flash. You
may notice changes in engine re-
sponse or exhaust sound.
WARNING
EWA18860
The traction control system is not a
substitute for riding appropriately
for the conditions. Traction control
cannot prevent loss of traction due
to excessive speed when entering
turns, when accelerating hard at a
sharp lean angle, or while braking,
and cannot prevent front wheel slip-
ping. As with any vehicle, approach
surfaces that may be slippery with
caution and avoid especially slip-
pery surfaces.
1. Front wheel sensor
2. Front wheel sensor rotor
1. Rear wheel sensor
2. Rear wheel sensor rotor
2
1
1
2
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Instrument and control functions
6-13
6 Setting the traction control system
When the vehicle is turned on, traction
control is automatically turned on.
To turn the traction control system off,
use the “MENU” switch to change the
multi-function display to the traction
control system display. Then push the
“MENU” switch for three seconds. The
display will show “TCS OFF”, and
the “ ” indicator light will come on.
TIPTurn the traction control system off to
help free the rear wheel if the vehicle
gets stuck in mud, sand, or other soft
surfaces.NOTICE
ECA16801
Use only the specified tires. (See
page 9-19.) Using different sized
tires will prevent the traction control
system from controlling tire rotation
accurately.
Resetting the traction control sys-
tem
The traction control system will auto-
matically disable under certain condi-
tions; such as when a sensor fault is
detected, or when only one wheel is al-
lowed to rotate for more than a few
seconds. Should this happen,
the “ ” indicator light will come on,
and possibly the “ ” warning light,
too.
1. Traction control system indicator
light “ ”
2. Traction control system display
1
2
1. Traction control system indicator
light Ž
2. Traction control system display
1
2
1. Traction control system indicator
light Ž
2. Engine trouble warning light Ž
1
2
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
7-2
7
Rear 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 specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.9-21, 9-22, 9-23
Throttle grip• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca-
ble and grip housing.9-19, 9-25
Control cables• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.9-25
Wheels and tires• Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.9-19, 9-21
Brake levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.9-25
Centerstand, sidestand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.9-26
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, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.6-21 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
9-3
9
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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*Diagnostic system
check• Perform dynamic inspection us-
ing Yamaha diagnostic tool.
• Check the error codes.√√√√√√
2*Air filter element• Replace. Every 18000 km (10500 mi)
3Air filter case check
hose• Clean.√√√√√
4*V-belt case air filter
element• Clean.
• Replace if necessary.√√√√√
5*Battery• Check voltage.
• Charge if necessary.√√√√√√
6*Front brake• Check operation, fluid level, and
for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads if necessary.√√√√√√
7*Rear brake• Check operation, fluid level, and
for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads if necessary.√√√√√√
8*Brake hose• Check for cracks or damage.√√√√√
• Replace. Every 4 years
9*Brake fluid• Change. Every 2 years
10*Wheels• Check runout and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.√√√√
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