YAMAHA TMAX 2001 Owners Manual

High-speed riding
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm
2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Front
Type Cast wheel
Size 14 M/C ×MT3.50
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 14 M/C ×MT4.50
Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Left hand
Fluid DOT 4Suspension
Front Telescopic fork
Rear Swingarm
Spring/shock absorbers
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil-gas spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 120 mm
Rear 120 mm
Electrical
Ignition system Transistorized coil ignition
(digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 310W @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 8 Ah
Headlight bulb typeHalogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage ×quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ×1
12 V, 55 W ×1
SPECIFICATIONS
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Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ×2
Front turn signal light 12 V, 5/21 W ×2
Rear turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ×2
Auxiliary light 12 V, 5 W ×2
License plate light 12 V, 5 W ×1
Meter lighting 12 V, 1.7 W ×3
High beam indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ×1
Oil change indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W ×1
Turn indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ×2
Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Ignition fuse 10 A
Radiator fan fuse 15 A
Clock fuse 10 A
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SPECIFICATIONS
EAU01064
Conversion tableAll specification data in this manual are listed in SI and
METRIC UNITS.
Use this table to convert METRIC unit data to
IMPERIAL unit data.
Ex.
METRIC MULTIPLIER IMPERIAL
** mm×0.03937 = ** in
2 mm×0.03937 = 0.08 in
METRIC TO IMPERIAL
Metric unit Multiplier Imperial unit
m•kg 7.233 ft•lb
Torquem•kg 86.794 in•lb
cm•kg 0.0723 ft•lb
cm•kg 0.8679 in•lb
Weightkg 2.205 lbg 0.03527 oz
Speed km/hr 0.6214 mph
km 0.6214 mi
m 3.281 ft
Distance m 1.094 yd
cm 0.3937 in
mm 0.03937 in
cc (cm3) 0.03527 oz (IMP liq.)
Volume/ cc (cm3) 0.06102 cu•in
Capacity L (liter) 0.8799 qt (IMP liq.)L (liter) 0.2199 gal (IMP liq.)
kg/mm 55.997 lb/in
Misc. kg/cm2 14.2234 psi (lb/in2)Centigrade (°C)
9/5 + 32
Fahrenheit (°F)
CONVERSION TABLE
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
Identification numbers ........................................................................9-1
Key identification number ...................................................................9-1
Vehicle identification number..............................................................9-1
Model label .........................................................................................9-2
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EAU02944
Identification numbersRecord the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and
model label information in the spaces
provided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the
vehicle is stolen.
1. KEY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
2. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
3. MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU01041
Key identification numberThe key identification number is
stamped into the key tag.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided and use it for reference when
ordering a new key.
EAU01044
Vehicle identification numberThe vehicle identification number is
stamped into the frame.NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your scooter and may
be used to register your scooter with
the licensing authority in your area.
1. Key identification number 1. Vehicle identification number
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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EAU03757
Model labelThe model label is affixed to the loca-
tion shown. Record the information
on this label in the space provided.
This information will be needed when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer.1. Model label
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INDEX
F
Front and rear brake levers ...................6-25
Front and rear brake pads, checking.....6-26
Front fork, checking ...............................6-30
Fuel .........................................................3-9
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........5-3
Fuel gauge ..............................................3-4
Fuel tank cap ...........................................3-8
Fuses, replacing ....................................6-34
H
Handlebar switches .................................3-6
Pass switch ...........................................3-6
Dimmer switch ......................................3-6
Turn signal switch .................................3-6
Horn switch ...........................................3-6
Engine stop switch ................................3-7
Start switch ...........................................3-7
Headlight bulb, replacing .......................6-35
Helmet holder ........................................3-11
I
Identification numbers .............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .................3-13
Indicator lights .........................................3-2
Turn signal indicator lights ....................3-3
High beam indicator light ......................3-3
Oil change indicator light ......................3-2
V-belt replacement indicator light .........3-3
K
Key identification number ........................9-1
M
Main switch/steering lock ........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2
P
Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations...........................................2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list ...........................4-1
R
Rider backrest, adjusting .......................3-10
S
Safe-riding points ....................................1-2
Seat .........................................................3-9
Sidestand ..............................................3-12
Self-diagnosis device ..............................3-6
Spark plugs, checking .............................6-9
Specifications ..........................................8-1
Speedometer unit ....................................3-3
Starting the engine ..................................5-1
Starting off ...............................................5-2
Steering, checking .................................6-31
Storage ....................................................7-4
Storage compartments ..........................3-12
T
Throttle cable free play, adjusting .........6-22
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ...........................................6-29
Tires ......................................................6-23
A
Acceleration and deceleration .................5-2
Air filter element, cleaning .....................6-19
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ........................3-5
B
Battery ...................................................6-32
Brake fluid level, checking .....................6-27
Brake fluid, changing .............................6-28
Brake lever (front)....................................3-7
Brake lever (rear) ....................................3-8
Brake levers, lubricating ........................6-28
Braking ....................................................5-3
C
Carburetors, adjusting ...........................6-21
Care.........................................................7-1
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ....................................6-30
Chain drive oil........................................6-16
Clock .......................................................3-5
Conversion table .....................................8-5
Coolant ..................................................6-17
Coolant temperature gauge.....................3-4
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ................................................6-6
E
Engine break-in .......................................5-4
Engine idling speed ...............................6-21
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............6-12
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Tool kit .....................................................6-1
Troubleshooting.....................................6-36
Troubleshooting charts ..........................6-37
Turn signal switch....................................3-6
V
Valve clearance, adjusting ....................6-22
Vehicle identification number ..................9-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking .....................6-32
Wheels ..................................................6-25
INDEX
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2001·5–0.4×1(E)
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OWNER’S MANUAL
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