key YAMAHA TMAX 2021 Owner's Manual

Instrument and control functions
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EAU88752
Stora ge compartmentsFront stora ge compartment
To open the storage compartment,
press the button.
Open the lid as shown. To close the storage compartment,
push the lid into the original position.
TIPThis compartment has an electronic
lock. (See page 3-12.)Rear storag
e compartment
This storage compartment was de-
signed to hold one full-faced helmet or
two 3/4-faced helmets. NOTICE: The
shad ed area is not a storag e com-
partment. To prevent d amaging the
seat hin ges, do not place any items
in this area.
[ECA16092]
TIP Some helmets cannot be stored in
the rear storage compartment be-
cause of their size or shape.
 Do not leave the vehicle unattend-
ed with the seat open.
 Do not place the smart key inside
a storage compartment. It may get
locked inside and the smart key
system not operate normally.NOTICE
ECA15964
Do not leave the seat open for
an exten ded perio d of time, oth-
erwise the li ght may cause the
b attery to d ischarge.
1. Button
1. Lid
1
1
1. Lid1
1. Rear storage compartment
2. Shaded area
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Operation and important rid ing points
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Startin g the eng ineThe ignition circuit cut-off system will
enable starting when the sidestand is
up.
To start the engine1. With the smart key turned on, ap-
proach the vehicle.
2. Push the “ON/ ” switch and set the engine stop switch to the run
position.
Upon authentication of the smart
key, the beeper will sound twice
and the centerstand and steering
locks (if applied) will be released.
3. Confirm the indicator and warning light(s) come on for a few sec-
onds, and the go off. (See page
5-2.)TIPDo not start the engine if the mal-
function indicator light remains on.
 The ABS warning light should
come on and stay on until the ve-
hicle reaches a speed of 10 km/h
(6 mi/h).
NOTICE
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If a warnin g or in dicator li ght does
not work as d escribed a bove, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.4. Close the throttle completely.
5. While applying the front or rear
brake, push the “ON/ ” switch.
6. Release the “ON/ ” switch when the engine starts, or after 5 sec-
onds. Wait 10 seconds before
pressing the switch again to allow
battery voltage to restore.NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum en gine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!
EAU88780
TIPThis model is equipped with:
 a lean angle sensor. This sensor
stops the engine in case of a vehi-
cle turnover. If this happens, the
malfunction indicator light will
come on, but this is not a malfunc-
tion. Turn the vehicle power off
and then back on again to cancel
the indicator light. Failing to do so
will prevent the engine from start-
ing even though the engine will
crank when pushing the start
switch.
 an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. If the engine
stops, simply push the start
switch to restart the engine.
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Operation and important rid ing points
7-4
7 Front
Rear
EAU16821
Tips for re
ducin g fuel con-
sumptionFuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follow-
ing tips to reduce fuel consumption:
 Avoid high engine speeds during
acceleration.
 Avoid high engine speeds with no
load on the engine.
 Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traf-
fic lights or at railroad crossings).
EAU77962
Parkin gWhen parking, turn the vehicle power
off and then turn the smart key off.
If the sidestand is lowered when the
engine is running, the engine will stop
and the beeper will sound to prevent
you from forgetting to turn off the vehi-
cle power. To stop the beeper, turn the
vehicle power off or raise the side-
stand. When leaving the vehicle, make sure
you apply the steering lock and center-
stand lock. Take the smart key with
you.
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Operation and important ri din g points
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7
TIP After parking, if the smart key is
not turned off and is within operat-
ing range, other people may be
able to start the engine and oper-
ate the vehicle.
 The sidestand alarm beeper can
be set to not activate. Contact
your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10312
Since the en gine an d exhaust
system can b ecome very hot,
park in a place where pe destri-
ans or chil dren are not likely to
touch them an d b e burne d. 
Do not park on a slope or on soft
groun d, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasin g the
risk of a fuel leak an d fire.
 Do not park near grass or other
flamma ble materials which
mi ght catch fire.
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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8 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket, and push the socket in place.
5. Install the license plate unit onto the rear fender.
6. Install the nuts and tighten to the specified torque.
EAU25865
Trou bleshootin gAlthough your Yamaha received a thor-
ough inspection before shipment from
the factory, trouble may occur during
operation. Any problem in the fuel,
compression, or ignition systems, for
example, can cause poor starting and
loss of power.
The following troubleshooting chart
represents a quick and easy procedure
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your vehicle re-
quire any repair, take it to an
authorized Yamaha dealer whose
skilled technicians have the necessary
tools, experience, and know-how to
properly service your Yamaha vehicle.
Be sure to use only genuine Yamaha
replacement parts. Although imitation
parts may look similar to genuine parts,
they are often inferior in quality, have a
shorter service life, and can lead to an
expensive repair bill later on.
WARNING
EWA15142
When checkin g the fuel system, do
not smoke, an d make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar- ea, inclu
din g pilot li ghts from water
heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
g asoline vapors can i gnite or ex-
plod e, causin g severe injury or prop-
erty damag e.
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Smart key system trou bleshootin g
Please check the following items when
the smart key system does not work.  Is the smart key turned on? (See
page 3-5.)
 Is the smart key battery dis-
charged? (See page 3-6.)
 Is the smart key battery installed
correctly? (See page 3-6.)
 Is the smart key being used in a lo-
cation with strong radio waves or
other electromagnetic noise? (See
page 3-1.)
 Are you using the smart key that is
registered to the vehicle?
 Is the vehicle battery discharged?
When the vehicle battery is dis-
charged, the smart key system will
not operate. Please have the vehi-
cle battery charged or replaced.
(See page 8-30.)
1. Collar
2. License plate light bulb
3. License plate light unitTightenin g torque:
License plate light unit nut:
3.8 N·m (0.38 kgf·m, 2.8 lb·ft)
3
2
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8
If the smart key system does not work
after checking the above items, have a
Yamaha dealer check the smart key system.
TIPSee Emergency mode on page 8-39
for information on starting the engine
without the smart key.
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8
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Emer gency mo deWhen the smart key is lost, damaged,
or its battery has discharged, the vehi-
cle can still be turned on and the en-
gine started. You will need a
mechanical key and the smart key sys-
tem identification number. To operate
the vehicle in emergency mode, carry
out the following steps.TIPEmergency mode operation will be
cancelled if the respective steps are
not carried out within the time set for

switch is pushed.1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Unlock the seat by inserting the
mechanical key into the lock lo-
cated right side of body and turn it
counter clockwise. 3. Open the seat and check that the
trunk light comes on.
4. Ž switch once.
5. Without completely shutting the seat, raise and lower it three times
within 10 seconds.
TIPUse the rear storage compartment
light as a guide when raising and low-
ering the seat.
The smart key system indicator
light on the speedometer will
come on for three seconds to indi-
cate the transition to emergency
mode. 6. After the smart key system indica-
tor light goes off, use the / Ž
switch to enter the identification
number.
1. Smart key system indicator light Ž
1. Identification number
1 1
123456
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7. Inputting the identification number
is done by counting the number of
flashes of the smart key system in-
dicator light.
For example, if the identification
number is 123456:
Push and hold the “ / ” switch.
↓
The smart key system indicator
light will start to flash.
↓
Release the “ / ” switch after
the smart key system indicator
light flashes once.
↓
The first digit of the identification
number has been set as “1”.
↓
Push and hold the “ / ” switch
again.
↓ Release the “ / ” switch after
the smart key system indicator
light flashes twice.
↓
The second digit has been set as
“2”.
↓
Repeat the above procedure until
all digits of the identification num-
ber have been set. The smart key
system indicator light will come on
for 10 seconds if the correct iden-
tification number was entered.
TIPEmergency mode will be terminated
when either one of the following situa-
tions apply. In this case, start over
again from step 4.
 When there are no “ / ” switch
operations for 10 seconds during
the identification number input
process. 
When the smart key system indi-
cator light is allowed to flash 9 or
more times.
8. Press the “ON/ ” switch while
the smart key system indicator
light is on to turn on the power to
the vehicle. The engine can now
be started.TIPIf the identification number is not
correctly entered, the smart key
system indicator light will flash
rapidly for 3 seconds and emer-
gency mode is terminated. In this
case, start over again from step 4.
 To lock the handlebar after turning
on the vehicle in emergency
mode, turn the vehicle power off,
wait 30 seconds, and then turn the
handlebar to the left and press the
“OFF/LOCK” switch.
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Index
AABS warning light ................................... 5-3
Acceleration and deceleration ................ 7-3
Air filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning ....................... 8-17
Air filter element, V-belt ........................ 8-18
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)............... 5-19
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 5-26BBattery .................................................. 8-30
Brake fluid, changing............................ 8-26
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 8-25
Brake lever, front .................................. 5-17
Brake lever, rear ................................... 5-18
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 8-28
Braking ................................................... 7-3CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 8-27
Canister ................................................ 8-12
Care ........................................................ 9-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 5-22
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating ................................... 8-28
Coolant ................................................. 8-15
Cruise control indicator lights................. 5-3
Cruise control switches .......................... 5-2
Cruise control system............................. 4-1DData recording, vehicle......................... 11-2
Diagnostic connector ........................... 11-2
Dimmer/Pass switch............................... 5-1
D-mode (drive mode).............................. 4-3
Drive belt .............................................. 8-26
Drive mode switch .................................. 5-2
EEmergency mode ................................. 8-39
Engine break-in ...................................... 7-1
Engine idling speed, checking ............. 8-18
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge........... 8-12
Engine overheating .............................. 8-38
Engine serial number ........................... 11-1
Engine stop switch................................. 5-2FFront and rear brake lever free play, checking ............................................ 8-22
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 8-24
Front fork, checking ............................. 8-29
Fuel ...................................................... 5-20
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 7-4
Fuel tank cap........................................ 5-20
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 5-22
Fuses, replacing ................................... 8-32HHandlebar switches ............................... 5-1
Hazard switch ........................................ 5-2
High beam indicator light ....................... 5-3
Horn switch ............................................ 5-1
How to lock the centerstand ................ 3-10
How to lock the steering ........................ 3-9IIdentification numbers ......................... 11-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 5-28
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 5-2KKey, handling of smart and mechanical key ....................................................... 3-3LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 8-34
MMaintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 8-5
Maintenance, emission control system .................................................. 8-3
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ............. 5-3
Matte color, caution................................ 9-1
Menu switch ........................................... 5-2
Model label ........................................... 11-1
Multi-function display ............................. 5-5OOperating range of the smart key system .................................................. 3-2PPanels, removing and installing .............. 8-9
Parking.................................................... 7-4
Parking mode ....................................... 3-13
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Powering off the vehicle ......................... 3-8
Powering on the vehicle ......................... 3-7
Power on/Starter switch ......................... 5-2RRear brake lock cable, adjusting .......... 8-23
Rear brake lock, checking .................... 8-23
Rear brake lock lever ............................ 5-18
Rear view mirrors .................................. 5-24SSafe-riding points ................................... 1-5
Safety information................................... 1-1
Select switch .......................................... 5-2
Shock absorber assembly .................... 5-25
Sidestand.............................................. 5-27
Smart key................................................ 3-5
Smart key battery, replacing................... 3-6
Smart key system ................................... 3-1
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Index
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Smart key system indicator light ............ 5-4
Smart key system, troubleshooting ...... 8-35
Spark plugs, checking .......................... 8-11
Special features ...................................... 4-1
Specifications ....................................... 10-1
Speedometer .......................................... 5-4
Starting off .............................................. 7-3
Starting the engine.................................. 7-2
Steering, checking ................................ 8-30
Storage ................................................... 9-3
Storage compartment and fuel tank
access ................................................ 3-11
Storage compartments ......................... 5-23TTachometer ............................................. 5-5
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 8-27
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 8-19
Tires ...................................................... 8-19
Tool kit .................................................... 8-2
Traction control system .......................... 4-4
Traction control system indicator light ... 5-4
Troubleshooting .................................... 8-35
Troubleshooting chart........................... 8-37
Turn signal indicator lights ...................... 5-2
Turn signal switch ................................... 5-1VValve clearance..................................... 8-19
Vehicle identification number ............... 11-1
Vehicle lights ......................................... 8-34WWheel bearings, checking..................... 8-30
Wheels .................................................. 8-21
YYamalube ............................................. 8-15
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