warning YAMAHA XCITY 125 2012 User Guide

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-
ately. NOTICE: Immediately wipe
off spilled fuel with a clean, dry,
soft cloth, since fuel may deteri-
orate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
[ECA10071]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel
tank cap.
WARNING
EWA15151
Gasoline is poisonous and can
cause injury or death. Handle gaso-
line with care. Never siphon gaso-
line by mouth. If you should swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas-
oline vapor, or get some gasoline in
your eyes, see your doctor immedi-ately. If gasoline spills on your skin,
wash with soap and water. If gaso-
line spills on your clothing, change
your clothes.
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NOTICE
ECA11400
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,
as well as to the exhaust system.Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use premium unleaded gaso-
line with a research octane number of
95 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-
curs, use a gasoline of a differentbrand. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
spark plug life and reduce maintenance
costs.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
1
2
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Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
10.5 L (2.77 US gal, 2.31 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount (when the fuel
level warning indicator flashes):
2.7 L (0.72 US gal, 0.60 Imp.gal)
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Catalytic converters This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
WARNING
EWA10862
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
burns:●
Do not park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
●
Park the vehicle in a place
where pedestrians or children
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
●
Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before do-
ing any maintenance work.
●
Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up of
heat.
NOTICE
ECA10701
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause unre-
pairable damage to the catalytic
converter.
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Seat To open the seat
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Insert the key into the main switch,
and then turn it counterclockwise
to “OPEN”.TIPDo not push inward when turning the
key.3. Fold the seat up.
To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then push
it down to lock it in place.1. Open.ZAUM0698
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PUSHOPEN
OFFON
LOCK
IGNITION
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3 2. Remove the key from the main
switch if the scooter will be left un-
attended.
TIPMake sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
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Storage compartments Front storage compartment
To open the storage compartmentInsert the key into the lock, turn it clock-
wise, and then pull on it to open the
storage compartment lid.
To close the storage compartmentPush the storage compartment lid into
the original position, and then remove
the key.
WARNING
EWA11191
●
Do not exceed the load limit of 1
kg (2 lb) for the front storage
compartment.
●
Do not exceed the maximum
load of 185 kg (408 lb) for the ve-
hicle.
Rear storage compartment
There is a storage compartment under
the seat. (See page 3-12.)
WARNING
EWAT1051
●
Do not exceed the load limit of 5
kg (11 lb) for the rear storage
compartment.
1. Lock.
2. Front storage compartment
1
2
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1. Rear storage compartmentZAUM0646
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WARNING
EWA10920
After adjusting the windshield:●
Securely tighten the windshield
bolts.
●
Turn the handlebar to the left
and right to make sure that the
handlebar is not obstructed and
that the windshield does not
contact any other parts.
●
Open the throttle and make sure
that the throttle grip returns
properly when released, other-
wise an accident or injury could
result.
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Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies
WARNING
EWA10210
Always adjust both shock absorber
assemblies equally, otherwise poor
handling and loss of stability may
result.Each shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring.NOTICE
ECA10101
To avoid damaging the mechanism,
do not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings.Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock ab-
sorber assembly in direction (a). To de-
crease the spring preload and thereby
soften the suspension, turn the adjust-
ing ring on each shock absorber as-
sembly in direction (b).Align the appropriate notch in the ad-
justing ring with the position indicator
on the shock absorber.
1. Spring preload adjusting ring
2. Position indicator
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
1
Standard:
2
Maximum (hard):
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
(b)
(a)
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Carrier
WARNING
EWA10171
●
Do not exceed the load limit of 5
kg (11 lb) for the carrier.
●
Do not exceed the maximum
load of 185 kg (408 lb) for the ve-
hicle.
EAUT1072
Luggage hook
WARNING
EWAT1031
●
Do not exceed the load limit of 3
kg (7 lb) for the luggage hook.
●
Do not exceed the maximum
load of 185 kg (408 lb) for the ve-
hicle.
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Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.TIPThe built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
cuts the ignition in certain situations.
(See the following section for an expla-
nation of the ignition circuit cut-off sys-
tem.)
1. CarrierZAUM0798
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1. Luggage hookZAUM0700
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1. Sidestand switchZAUM0648
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WARNING
EWA10241
The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side-
stand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off
system has been designed to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of raising the sidestand be-
fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly and have a
Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not
function properly.
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Ignition circuit cut-off system The ignition circuit cut-off system (com-
prising the sidestand switch and brake
light switches) has the following func-
tions.●
It prevents starting when the side-
stand is up, but neither brake is ap-
plied.
●
It prevents starting when either
brake is applied, but the sidestand
is still down.
●
It cuts the running engine when the
sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is turned on.
3. Turn the key on.
4. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still off:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
8. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
The system is OK. The scooter can be ridden.The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES NO YES NO NO YES
The brake switch may not be working correctly.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.• The vehicle must be placed on the center-
stand during this inspection.• If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system before riding.
WARNING
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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4
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11151
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in
this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-10
Engine oil Check oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-10
Final transmission oil Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-13
Coolant Check coolant level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
Check cooling system for leakage.6-14
Front 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.6-19, 6-20, 6-21
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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5
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10271
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accident
or injury.
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TIPThis model is equipped with a lean an-
gle sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. To start the engine after a
turnover, be sure to turn the main
switch to “OFF” and then to “ON”. Fail-
ing to do so will prevent the engine from
starting even though the engine will
crank when pushing the start switch.
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Starting the engine NOTICE
ECA10250
See page 5-4 for engine break-in in-
structions prior to operating the ve-
hicle for the first time.In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, the side-
stand must be up.
See page 3-17 for more information.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
The following warning lights and
indicator light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.
●
Fuel level warning light
●
Engine trouble warning light
●
Immobilizer system indicator
light
NOTICE
ECA11833
If a warning or indicator light does
not come on initially when the key is
turned to “ON”, or if a warning or in-
dicator light remains on, see page
3-3 for the corresponding warning
and indicator light circuit check.2. Close the throttle completely.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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5
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Acceleration and deceleration The speed can be adjusted by opening
and closing the throttle. To increase the
speed, turn the throttle grip in direction
(a). To reduce the speed, turn the throt-
tle grip in direction (b).
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Braking
WARNING
EWA10300
●
Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over to
one side), otherwise the scooter
may skid or overturn.
●
Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road con-
struction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slow
down when approaching such
areas and cross them with cau-
tion.
●
Keep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more difficult.
●
Ride slowly down a hill, as brak-
ing downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually in-
creasing the pressure.
(b)
(a)
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PUSHO
PEN
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