traction control YAMAHA TMAX 2021 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 key ........................... 3-3
Smart key ....................................... 3-5
Replacing the smart key battery..... 3-6
Powering on the vehicle ................. 3-7
Powering off the vehicle ................. 3-8
How to lock the steering ................ 3-9
How to lock the centerstand ........ 3-10
Storage compartment and fuel tank access ............................... 3-11
Parking mode ............................... 3-13
Special features ............................... 4-1
Cruise control system..................... 4-1
D-mode (drive mode)...................... 4-3
Traction control system .................. 4-4
Instrument an d control functions ... 5-1
Handlebar switches ........................ 5-1 Indicator lights and warning
lights ............................................ 5-2
Speedometer .................................. 5-4
Tachometer ..................................... 5-5
Multi-function display...................... 5-5
Front brake lever ........................... 5-17
Rear brake lever ............................ 5-18
Rear brake lock lever .................... 5-18
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ....... 5-19
Fuel tank cap ................................ 5-20
Fuel ............................................... 5-20
Fuel tank overflow hose ................ 5-22
Catalytic converter ........................ 5-22
Storage compartments ................. 5-23
Rear view mirrors .......................... 5-24
Shock absorber assembly ............ 5-25
Auxiliary DC jack ........................... 5-26
Sidestand ...................................... 5-27
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 5-28
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 6-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 7-1
Engine break-in ............................... 7-1
Starting the engine .......................... 7-2
Starting off ...................................... 7-3
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 7-3
Braking ............................................ 7-3 Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 7-4
Parking............................................ 7-4
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 8-1
Tool kit ............................................ 8-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 8-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 8-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 8-5
Removing and installing panels ...... 8-9
Checking the spark plugs ............. 8-11
Canister ........................................ 8-12
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 8-12
Why Yamalube.............................. 8-15
Coolant ......................................... 8-15
Replacing the engine air filter element and cleaning the
check hose ................................ 8-17
V-belt air filter elements ................ 8-18
Checking the engine idling speed ........................................ 8-18
Checking the throttle grip free play ............................................ 8-19
Valve clearance............................. 8-19
Tires .............................................. 8-19
Cast wheels .................................. 8-21
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Special features
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you return the throttle grip, the vehicle
will decelerate to the previously set
cruising speed.
Deactivatin
g the cruise control sys-
tem
Perform one of the following opera-
tions to cancel the set cruising speed.
The “ ” indicator light will turn off.  Turn the throttle grip past the
closed position in the deceleration
direction.
 Apply the front or rear brake.
TIPTraveling speed decreases as soon as
the cruise control system is deactivat-
ed; unless the throttle grip is turned.
Usin g the resume function
Push the “RES+” side of the cruise
control setting switch to reactivate the
cruise control system. The traveling
speed will return to the previously set
cruising speed. The “ ” indicator
light will come on.
WARNING
EWA16351
It is d angerous to use the resume
function when the previously set
cruisin g speed is too hi gh for current
con ditions.Turnin g off the cruise control sys-
tem
Push the cruise control power
switch “ ” to turn off the cruise con-
trol system. The “ ” indicator light
and the “ ” indicator light will turn
off.TIPWhenever the cruise control system or
the vehicle power is turned off, the pre-
viously set cruising speed is erased.
You will not be able to use the resume
function until a new cruising speed has
been set.
Automatic deactivation of the cruisecontrol systemThe cruise control system is electroni-
cally controlled and linked with other
control systems. The cruise control
system will automatically deactivate
under the following conditions:  The cruise control system is not
able to maintain the set cruising
speed (such as when going up a
steep hill).
 Wheel slip or wheel spin is detect-
ed. (If the traction control system
is on, traction control will engage.)
 Engine trouble, etc.
If the cruise control system is automat-
ically deactivated, the “ ” indicator
light will turn off and the “ ” indica-
tor light will flash for 4 seconds.
If the cruise control system was auto-
matically deactivated, please stop and
confirm that your vehicle is in good op-
erating condition before continuing on.
When traveling on roads with steep
grades, the cruise control system may
not be able to maintain the set cruising
speed.
1. Deceleration direction
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EAU88851
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 as needed until traction
is restored.
When traction control has engaged,
the “ ” indicator light will flash. You
may notice changes in engine re-
sponse or exhaust sounds.
WARNING
EWA18860
The traction control system is not a
substitute for ri din g appropriately
for the con ditions. Traction control
cannot prevent loss of traction d ue
to excessive spee d when enterin g
turns, when acceleratin g har d at a
sharp lean an gle, or while b raking,
an d cannot prevent front wheel slip-
pin g. As with any vehicle, approach
surfaces that may be slippery with
caution an d avoi d especially slip-
pery surfaces.
Settin g the traction control system
When the vehicle is turned on, traction
control is automatically turned on.
To turn the traction control system off,
see page 5-11.TIP Turn the traction control system
off to help free the rear wheel if the
vehicle gets stuck in mud, sand, or
other soft surfaces.
 When the vehicle is on the center-
stand, do not rev the engine for an
extended period of time. Other-
wise, the traction control system
will automatically disable and
need to be reset.
NOTICE
ECA16801
Use only the specifie d tires. (See
pa ge 8-19.) Usin g different size d
tires will prevent the traction control
system from controllin g tire rotation
accurately.Resettin g 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.
If the traction control system automat-
ically disables, reset it by riding under
normal conditions.TIPIf the Ž indicator light remains on,
the vehicle may still be ridden; howev-
er, have a Yamaha dealer check the
vehicle as soon as possible.
1. Traction control system indicator light Ž
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5
EAU77450
En gine 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.
EAU77291
Power on/Starter switch “ON/ ”
With the smart key turned on and with-
in range, press this switch to turn on
the power to the vehicle. Then with the
sidestand up and while applying the
front or rear brake, push this switch to
crank the engine with the starter. See
page 7-2 for starting instructions prior
to starting the engine.
EAU79601
Hazar d switch “ ”
With the vehicle power is on or in park-
ing mode, use this switch to turn on the
hazard lights (simultaneous flashing of
all turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of an
emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.
NOTICE
ECA10062
Do not use the hazar d lig hts for an
exten ded len gth of time with the en-
g ine not runnin g, otherwise the bat-
tery may d ischarge.
EAU73952
Cruise control switches
See page 4-1 for an explanation of the
cruise control system.
EAU77301
Menu switch “MENU”
This switch is used to make setting
changes within the multi-function dis-
play. (See page 5-5.)
EAU77311
Select switch “ / ”
This switch is used to make setting
changes within the multi-function dis-
play. (See page 5-5.)
EAU73931
Drive mo de switch “MODE”
See page 4-3 for an explanation of the
drive mode.
EAU77123
In dicator li ghts an d warnin g
lig hts
EAU88680
Turn si gnal in dicator li ghts “ ”
an d“”
Each indicator light will flash when its
corresponding turn signal lights are
flashing.1. High beam indicator light “ ”
2. Traction control system indicator light “ ”
3. Turn signal indicator lights “ ” and “ ”
4. Smart key system indicator light “ ”
5. ABS warning light “ ”
6. Malfunction indicator light “ ”
7. Cruise control indicator lights
1 2 4 5 6
3
7
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3
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5
the anti-lock brake system may not
work correctly. Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle as soon as possible.
WARNING
EWA16043
If the ABS warnin
g li ght does not
turn off after reachin g 10 km/h (6
mi/h), or if the warnin g lig ht comes
on while ri din g:
 Use extra caution to avoi d pos-
si ble wheel lock durin g emer-
g ency brakin g.
 Have a Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle as soon as possi ble.TIPThe ABS warning light may come on
when revving the engine with the
scooter on its centerstand, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
EAU88700
Traction control system in dicator
lig ht “ ”
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.
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 the vehicle.
EAU78083
Smart key system in dicator
li g ht “ ”
This indicator light will flash when com-
munication between the vehicle and
smart key takes place and when cer-
tain smart key system operations are
carried out.
The indicator light may also flash when
there is an error in the smart key sys-
tem.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 the vehicle.
EAU77131
Spee dometerThe speedometer shows the vehicle’s
traveling speed.
When the vehicle power is turned on,
the speedometer needle will sweep
across the speed range and return to
zero in order to test the electrical cir-
cuit.1. Speedometer
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5
NOTICE
ECA15474
If there is a malfunction, “– –.–” will
b e continuously displaye d. Have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.Setting mode
Stop the vehicle and then push the
“MENU” switch for 2 seconds to enter
the setting mode. To exit the setting
mode and return to the standard dis-
play mode, push the “MENU” switch
again for 2 seconds or
select “ ”.TIPWhen the malfunction indicator light is
on, setting mode cannot be entered.
Menu items
Grip warmer settings1. Use the select switch to highlight “Grip Warmer”.
2. Push the “MENU” switch. The grip warmer setting display will be
shown.
1. Setting mode display
1
Cate gory Description
This function allows you to
set the low, middle, and
high settings to 10 tem-
perature levels.
This function allows you to
set the low, middle, and
high settings to 10 tem-
perature levels.
This function allows you to
turn the traction control
system on or off.
This function allows you to
check and reset the oil
change interval (indicator),
V-Belt change interval (in-
dicator), and the “FREE”
maintenance interval.
This function allows you to
switch the fuel consump-
tion units between
“L/100km” and “km/L”.
For UK-spec vehicles: this
function is not available.
This function allows you to
change the items shown in
3 information displays.
This function allows you to
adjust the brightness of
the instrument panel.
This function allows you to
set the clock.Grip WarmerSeat HeaterTraction ControlMaintenance
UnitDisplayBrightnessClock
This function allows you to
reset all items to their fac-
tory preset or default set-
tings; excepting the
odometer, clock, and
maintenance counter
items “Oil” and “V-Belt”.
All Reset
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5 4. Use the select switch to highlight
“Mid” or “Low”, and then change
the setting using the same proce-
dure that was used for the high
setting.
5. When you finished changing the settings, use the select switch to
highlight “ ”, and then push the
“MENU” switch to return to the
menu screen.
Traction control system settings
1. Use the select switch to highlight “Traction Control”.
2. Push the “MENU” switch. The traction control system setting
display will be shown. 3. To set the traction control system
to “OFF”, push the select
switch “ ” side for 2 seconds.
4. To set the traction control system to “ON” again, push the select
switch “ ”.
TIPWhen the vehicle is powered on, the
traction control system is automatically
5. When you finished changing the
to return to the menu screen.
Resettin g the maintenance counters
1. Use the select switch to highlight “Maintenance”.
2. Push the “MENU” switch, and then use the select switch to se-
lect the item to reset.
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Index
12-2
12
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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