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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
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNC-
TIONS .................................................. 3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................. 3-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .... 3-2
Multi-function display ........................ 3-3
Handlebar switches .......................... 3-7
Front brake lever .............................. 3-7
Rear brake lever ............................... 3-8
Fuel tank cap .................................... 3-8
Fuel .................................................. 3-9
Catalytic converter ......................... 3-10
Seat ................................................ 3-11
Passenger footrest ......................... 3-12
Front storage compartment ............ 3-12
Rear storage compartment ............ 3-13
Shock absorber assembly .............. 3-13
Carrier ............................................ 3-14
Luggage holder .............................. 3-14
FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION 
CHECKS ............................................. 4-1OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING 
POINTS ............................................... 5-1
Starting the engine ........................... 5-1
Starting off ........................................ 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration .......... 5-2
Braking ............................................. 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .. 5-3
Engine break-in ................................ 5-3
Parking ............................................. 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND 
ADJUSTMENT .................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ................................. 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the 
emission control system ................... 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication 
chart .............................................. 6-4
Removing and installing the cowling 
 and panels .................................... 6-7
Checking the spark plug ................... 6-9
Engine oil and oil strainer ............... 6-10
Final transmission oil ...................... 6-12
Coolant ........................................... 6-13
Air fi lter and V-belt case air fi lter 
 elements ..................................... 6-15
Checking the engine idling speed .. 6-16
Checking the throttle grip free 
 play ............................................. 6-16
Valve clearance .............................. 6-17
Tires ............................................... 6-17
Cast wheels .................................... 6-19Checking the front brake lever free 
 play ............................................. 6-19
Adjusting the rear brake lever free 
 play ............................................. 6-19
Checking the front brake pads and 
  rear brake shoes ......................... 6-20
Checking the brake fl uid level ........ 6-21
Changing the brake fl uid ................ 6-22
Checking and lubricating the 
 cables ......................................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the throttle 
  grip and cable ............................. 6-23
Lubricating the front and rear brake 
 levers .......................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the 
 centerstand ................................. 6-23
Checking the front fork ................... 6-24
Checking the steering .................... 6-25
Checking the wheel bearings ......... 6-25
Battery ............................................ 6-25
Replacing the fuses ........................ 6-27
Replacing a headlight bulb ............. 6-28
Tail/brake light ................................ 6-29
Replacing a front turn signal light 
 bulb ............................................. 6-29
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ..... 6-30
Replacing a rear turn signal light 
 bulb ............................................. 6-31
License plate light .......................... 6-31
Troubleshooting ............................. 6-32
Troubleshooting charts ................... 6-33
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Q
 SAFETY INFORMATION● 
Do not run engine in poorly ven-
tilated or partially enclosed areas 
such as barns, garages, or car-
ports.
● 
Do not run engine outdoors 
where engine exhaust can be 
drawn into a building through 
openings such as windows and 
doors.
Loading
Adding accessories or cargo to your 
scooter can adversely affect stability 
and handling if the weight distribution 
of the scooter is changed. To avoid 
the possibility of an accident, use ex-
treme caution when adding cargo or 
accessories to your scooter. Use extra 
care when riding a scooter that has 
added cargo or accessories. Here, 
along with the information about ac-
cessories below, are some general 
guidelines to follow if loading cargo to 
your scooter:
The total weight of the operator, 
passenger, accessories and cargo 
must not exceed the maximum load 
limit. Operation of an overloaded 
vehicle could cause an accident.
Maximum load:
179 kg (395 lb)When loading within this weight limit, 
keep the following in mind:● 
Cargo and accessory weight 
should be kept as low and close 
to the scooter as possible. Se-
curely pack your heaviest items 
as close to the center of the ve-
hicle as possible and make sure 
to distribute the weight as evenly 
as possible on both sides of the 
scooter to minimize imbalance or 
instability.
● 
Shifting weights can create a 
sudden imbalance. Make sure 
that accessories and cargo are 
securely attached to the scooter 
before riding. Check accessory 
mounts and cargo restraints fre-
quently.
•  Properly adjust the suspen-
sion for your load (suspension-
adjustable models only), and 
check the condition and pres-
sure of your tires.
•  Never attach any large or heavy items to the handlebar, 
front fork, or front fender. Such 
items can create unstable 
handling or a slow steering re-
sponse.
● 
This vehicle is not designed to 
pull a trailer or to be attached 
to a sidecar.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle 
is an important decision. Genuine 
Yamaha accessories, which are avail-
able only from a Yamaha dealer, have 
been designed, tested, and approved 
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
Many companies with no connection 
to Yamaha manufacture parts and ac-
cessories or offer other modifications 
for Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not 
in a position to test the products that 
these aftermarket companies pro-
duce. Therefore, Yamaha can neither 
endorse nor recommend the use of 
accessories not sold by Yamaha or 
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and 
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Indicator lights and warning 
lights
SELECT
RESET
ODOOIL
 TRI P 1 BE
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T TRIP 2
OIL CHANGECLOOK
OUT TEM
P
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1.  Turn signal indicator lights “4” and “6”
2.  Coolant temperature warning light “
”
3.  High beam indicator light “&”
4.  Engine trouble warning light “
”
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Turn signal indicator lights “4” 
and “6”
The corresponding indicator light 
fl ashes 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. To unlock the steering
2
1
1. Turn.
2. Release.Push the key in, and then turn it to 
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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Coolant temperature warning light 
“
”
This warning light comes on if the 
engine overheats. If this occurs, stop 
the engine immediately and allow the 
engine to cool.
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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NOTICEDo not continue to operate the en-
gine if it is overheating.TIP● For radiator-fan-equipped vehi-
cles, the radiator fan(s) automati-
cally switch on or off according 
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to the coolant temperature in the 
radiator.
● If the engine overheats, see page 
6-34 for further instructions.
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Engine trouble warning light “
”
This warning light fl ashes or stays on 
if an electrical circuit monitoring the 
engine is not working correctly. If this 
occurs, 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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Multi-function display
SELECT
RESET
ODOOIL
 TRI P 1 BE
L
T TRIP 2
OIL CHANGECLOOK
OUT TEM
P
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1012 111.  V-belt replacement indicator “V-BELT”
2. Clock
3.  Oil change indicator “OIL CHANGE”
4. “SELECT” button
5.  Fuel level warning indicator “
”
6. Fuel meter
7. Speedometer
8. Odometer
9. “RESET” button
10. Tripmeter 1
11.  Ambient temperature display
12. Tripmeter 2
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WARNING
Be sure to stop the vehicle before 
making any setting changes to the 
multi-function display. Changing 
settings while riding can distract 
the operator and increase the risk 
of an accident.
The multi-function display is equipped 
with the following:● an odometer●  a fuel reserve tripmeter (which 
shows the distance traveled since 
the bottom segment of the fuel 
meter and fuel level warning indi-
cator started fl ashing)●  two tripmeters (which show the 
distance traveled since they were 
last set to zero)●  an oil change tripmeter (which 
shows the distance traveled since 
the last engine oil change)●  an oil change indicator (which dis-
plays when the engine oil should 
be changed)●  a V-belt replacement tripmeter 
(which shows the distance trav-
eled since the V-belt was last re-
placed)●  a V-belt replacement indicator●  an ambient temperature display● a clock●  a fuel meter
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Oil change tripmeter
To reset the oil change tripmeter, se-
lect it by pushing the “SELECT” button 
until “OIL CHANGE” and “OIL TRIP” 
are displayed, and then push the “RE-
SET” button for at least 3 seconds. 
After resetting,  “OIL CHANGE” will 
disappear.
Push the “SELECT” button again to 
start the oil change tripmeter; the 
display changes to V-belt tripmeter 
mode.
Oil change indicator “OIL CHANGE”
This indicator will display at the initial 
1000 km (625 mi), then at every 6000 
km (3750 mi) thereafter to indicate 
that the engine oil should be changed.
After changing the engine oil, reset 
the oil change tripmeter.
If the engine oil is changed before 
the oil change indicator displays 
(i.e., before the periodic oil change 
interval has been reached), the oil 
change tripmeter must be reset after 
the oil change for the next periodic oil 
change to be indicated at the correct 
time.
TIP●  If the oil change tripmeter is reset 
before the initial 1000 km (625 
mi), the next periodic oil change 
interval will be at every 6000 km 
(3750 mi) thereafter.●  If the oil change tripmeter in-
dicates “-----”, have a Yamaha 
dealer check the multi-function 
display, as it may be faulty.
V-belt replacement tripmeter
To reset the V-belt tripmeter, select it 
by pushing the “SELECT” button until 
“V-BELT” and “BELT TRIP” are dis-
played, and then push the “RESET” 
button for at least 3 seconds. After 
resetting, “V-BELT” will disappear.
Push the “SELECT” button again to 
start the V-belt tripmeter; the display 
changes to ODO mode.
V-belt change indicator “V-BELT”
This indicator comes on at every 
20000 km (12500 mi) to indicate that 
the V-belt should be replaced.
After replacing the V-belt, reset the V-
belt tripmeter.
If the V-belt is replaced before the 
V-belt indicator comes on (i.e., be-
fore the periodic V-belt replacement 
interval has been reached), the V-belt 
tripmeter must be reset after replacing 
the V-belt for the next periodic V-belt 
replacement to be indicated at the cor-
rect time.TIPIf the V-belt change indicator displays 
“-----”, have a Yamaha dealer check 
the multi-function display, as it may be 
faulty.
Ambient temperature display “OUT 
TEMP”
This display shows the ambient tem-
perature from -10 °C to 40 °C in 1 
°C increments. The temperature dis-
played may vary from the ambient 
temperature.TIP●  If the ambient temperature falls 
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FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKSBefore 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.3-3, 3-8~3-9
Engine oil•  Check oil level in engine.
•  If necessary, add recommended oil to specifi ed level.
•  Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-10
Final transmission oil•  Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-12
Coolant•  Check coolant level in reservoir.
•  If necessary, add recommended coolant to specifi ed level.
•  Check cooling system for leakage.6-13
Front brake• Check operation.
•  If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
•  Check lever free play.
•  Adjust if necessary.
•  Check brake pads for wear.
•  Replace if necessary.
•  Check fl uid level in reservoir.
•  If necessary, add specifi ed brake fl uid to specifi ed level.
•  Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-19~6-22
Rear brake• Check operation.
•  Lubricate cable if necessary.
•  Check lever free play.
•  Adjust if necessary.6-19~6-20
Throttle grip•  Make sure that operation is smooth.
•  Check throttle grip free play.
•  If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate 
cable and grip housing.5-2, 6-16, 6-23
Control cables•  Make sure that operation is smooth.
•  Lubricate if necessary.6-22
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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.
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WARNING
Failure to familiarize yourself with 
the controls can lead to loss of 
control, which could cause an ac-
cident or injury.
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TIPThis model is equipped with a lean 
angle sensor to stop the engine in 
case of a turnover. To start the en-
gine after a turnover, be sure to turn 
the main switch to “OFF” and then to 
“ON”. Failing 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
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NOTICESee page 5-3 for engine break-in 
instructions prior to operating the 
vehicle for the   rst time.
1.  Turn the key to “ON”.
  The engine trouble warning light 
and coolant temperature warning 
light should come on for a few 
seconds, then go off. 
NOTICE:
 If 
a warning light does not go off, 
have a Yamaha dealer check its 
electrical circuit.
[ECAT1170]
2.  Close the throttle completely.
3.  Start the engine by pushing the 
start switch while applying the 
front or rear brake. 
NOTICE:
 For 
maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine 
is cold!
[ECA11041]
  If the engine does not start, re-
lease the start switch, wait a few 
seconds, and then try again. 
Each starting attempt should be 
as short as possible to preserve the battery. Do not crank the en-
gine more than 10 seconds on 
any one attempt.
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Acceleration and decelera-
tion
(a) (b)
The speed can be adjusted by open-
ing and closing the throttle. To in-
crease the speed, turn the throttle grip 
in direction (a). To reduce the speed, 
turn the throttle grip in direction (b).
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Braking
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WARNING
●  Avoid braking hard or sud-
denly (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 diffi-
cult.●  Ride slowly down a hill, as 
braking downhill can be very 
dif  cult.
1.  Close the throttle completely.
2.  Apply both front and rear brakes 
simultaneously while gradually 
increasing the pressure.
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Starting offTIPBefore starting off, allow the engine to 
warm up.
1.  While pulling the rear brake lever 
with your left hand and holding 
the grab bar with your right hand, 
push the scooter off the center-
stand.
2.  Sit astride the seat, and then ad-
just the rear view mirrors.
3.  Switch the turn signals on.
4.  Check for oncoming traffic, and 
then slowly turn the throttle grip 
(on the right) in order to take off.
5.  Switch the turn signals off.
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Tips for reducing 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 
traffic lights or at railroad cross-
ings).
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Engine break-inThere is never a more important pe-
riod in the life of your engine than the 
period between 0 and 1000 km (600 
mi). For this reason, you should read 
the following material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not 
put an excessive load on it for the fi rst 
1000 km (600 mi). The various parts 
in the engine wear and polish them-
selves to the correct operating clear-
ances. During this period, prolonged 
full-throttle operation or any condition 
that might result in engine overheating 
must be avoided.
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0 ~ 150 km (0 ~ 90 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/3 
throttle.
After every hour of operation, stop the 
engine, and then let it cool for fi ve to 
ten minutes.
Vary the engine speed from time to 
time. Do not operate the engine at 
one set throttle position.
150 ~ 500 km (90 ~ 300 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2 
throttle.
500 ~ 1000 km (300 ~ 600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 
3/4 throttle. 
NOTICE:
 After 1000 
km (600 mi) of operation, be sure 
to change the engine oil and final 
transmission oil, and to clean the 
oil strainer.
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1000 km (600 mi) and beyond
Avoid prolonged full-throttle operation. 
Vary the engine speed occasionally.
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NOTICEIf any engine trouble should occur 
during the engine break-in period, 
immediately have a Yamaha dealer 
check the vehicle.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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TIP●  The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the UK, a 
mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead.●  From 30000 km (17500 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6000 km (3500 mi).●  Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and 
technical skills.
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Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control systemNO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km 
(600 mi)6000 km 
(3500 mi)
12000 km 
(7000 mi)18000 km 
(10500 mi)24000 km 
(14000 mi)
1 * Fuel line•  Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
√√√√ √
2 Spark plug• Check condition.
•  Clean and regap.√√
• Replace.
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3 * Valves•  Check valve clearance.
• Adjust.√√√√
4 * Fuel injection•  Check engine idle speed.
√√√√√ √
5*Muffler and exhaust 
pipe•  Check the screw clamp(s) for looseness.
√√√√√
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