YAMAHA VITY 125 2010 User Guide

SAFETY INFORMATION
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1 Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and
Modifications
While you may find aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accessories
or modifications are not suitable be-
cause of potential safety hazards to you
or others. Installing aftermarket prod-
ucts or having other modifications per-
formed to your vehicle that change any
of the vehicle’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and others
at greater risk of serious injury or death.
You are responsible for injuries related
to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.


Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the perfor-
mance of your scooter. Carefully
inspect the accessory before using
it to make sure that it does not in
any way reduce ground clearance
or cornering clearance, limit sus-pension travel, steering travel or
control operation, or obscure lights
or reflectors.
Accessories fitted to the handle-
bar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improper
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 free-
dom of movement of the opera-tor and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
not recommended.


Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical acces-
sories 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 provide
the best combination of handling, brak-
ing, and comfort. Other tires, rims, siz-
es, and combinations may not be
appropriate. Refer to page 6-15 for tire
specifications and more information on
replacing your tires.
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Further safe-riding points

Make sure to signal clearly when
making turns.
Left turn
Right turn


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 cor-
ner or turn. Once you have com-
pleted 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 and linings could
get wet when you wash the scoot-
er. After washing the scooter,
check the brakes before riding.


Always wear a helmet, gloves,
trousers (tapered around the cuff
and ankle so they do not flap), and
a bright colored jacket.


Do not carry too much luggage on
the scooter. An overloaded scoot-
er is unstable. Use a strong cord to
secure any luggage to the carriers.
A loose load will affect the stability
of the scooter and could divert
your attention from the road. (See
page 1-3.)
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DESCRIPTION
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Left view
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23
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8
7
64
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1. Battery (page 6-23)
2. Fuse (page 6-25)
3. V-belt case air filter element (page 6-12)
4. Air filter element (page 6-12)
5. Final transmission oil filler cap (page 6-11)
6. Final transmission oil drain bolt (page 6-11)
7. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-9)
8. Centerstand (page 6-21)9. Sidestand (page 3-11)
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Right view
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3
2
4
5
9
8
7
6
1. Carrier (page 3-11)
2. Grab bar (page 5-2)
3. Fuel tank cap (page 3-6)
4. Rear storage compartment (page 3-10)
5. Helmet holder (page 3-9)
6. Front storage compartment (page 3-10)
7. Luggage hook (page 3-11)
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Controls and instruments
1
2
3
9
8
4
5
6
7
1. Rear brake lever (page 3-6)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-5)
3. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
4. Fuel gauge (page 3-4)
5. Right handlebar switch (page 3-5)
6. Throttle grip (page 6-14)
7. Front brake lever (page 3-5)
8. Main switch/steering lock and keyhole cover (pages 3-1 and 3-2)9. Oil change indicator reset switch (page 3-2)
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Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.TIPThe main switch/steering lock is
equipped with a keyhole cover. (See
page 3-2.)
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ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight, and
auxiliary light come on, and the engine
can be started. The key cannot be re-
moved.
TIPThe headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays on
until the key is turned to “OFF” or the
sidestand is moved down.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
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LOCK
The steering and the centerstand are
locked, and all electrical systems are
off. The key can be removed.To lock the steering and the center-
stand1. Put the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
3. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
4. Remove the key.TIPWhen the steering is locked, the center-
stand is locked, and the scooter cannot
be taken off it.
ON
OPEN
OPENPUSH
LOCKOFF
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
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3 To unlock the steering and the center-
standPush the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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Keyhole cover To close the keyhole cover
Insert the key bow into the keyhole cov-
er receptacle as shown, and then turn
the key to “SHUT” to close the cover.
To open the keyhole cover
Insert the key bow into the keyhole cov-
er receptacle as shown, and then turn
the key to “OPEN” to open the cover.
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Indicator, indicator lights and
warning light
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Turn signal indicator light“”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left or
right.
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High beam indicator light“”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
ON
OPEN
OPENPUSH
LOCK
OFF
1. Engine trouble warning light“”
2. High beam indicator light“”
3. Turn signal indicator light“”
4. Oil change indicator
OIL
CHANGE
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Oil change indicator
This indicator changes from green to
red every 2000 km (1200 mi) to indicate
that the engine oil should be changed.
After changing the engine oil, push the
oil change indicator reset switch in with
the main switch key.
If the engine oil is changed before the
2000 km (1200 mi) interval, the indica-
tor must be reset after the oil change for
the next periodic oil change to be indi-
cated at the correct time. NOTICE: Af-
ter 1000 km (600 mi) of operation, the
engine oil must be changed.
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TIPAfter resetting the oil change indicator
reset switch, the indicator changes
from red to green.
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Engine trouble warning light“”
This warning light flashes or stays on if
an electrical circuit monitoring the en-
gine is not working correctly. If this oc-
curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the
self-diagnosis system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
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Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer and an odometer. The
speedometer shows the riding speed.
The odometer shows the total distance
traveled.
1. Oil change indicator
2. Oil change indicator reset switch1
2
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
OIL
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Self-diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self-diag-
nosis device for various electrical cir-
cuits.
If a problem is detected in any of those
circuits, the engine trouble warning light
will come on or flash. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.NOTICE
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To prevent engine damage, be sure
to consult a Yamaha dealer as soon
as possible if this occurs.
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Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The needle moves
towards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When the needle reaches
the red line, refuel as soon as possible.TIPTurning the key to “OFF” cancels the
fuel gauge reading.
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Anti-theft alarm (optional) This model can be equipped with an
optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha
dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for
more information.
1. Fuel gauge
2. Red line
OIL
CHANGE
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Handlebar switches Left
Right
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Dimmer switch“/”
Set this switch to“” for the high
beam and to“” for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch“/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to“”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to“”. When re-
leased, the switch returns to the center
position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.
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Horn switch“”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Start switch“”
With the sidestand up, push this switch
while applying the front or rear brake to
crank the engine with the starter. See
page 5-1 for starting instructions prior
to starting the engine.
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Front brake lever The front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull this lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
1. Dimmer switch“/”
2. Turn signal switch“/”
3. Horn switch“”
1. Start switch“”
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1. Front brake lever
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