brake YAMAHA XMAX 125 2020 Owner's Manual

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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EAU23098
Checkin g an d lu bricatin g the
ca blesThe operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubri-
cated if necessary. If a cable is
damaged or does not move smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
place it. WARNING! Dama ge to the
outer housin g of cab les may result
in internal rustin g an d cause inter-
ference with ca ble movement. Re-
place damag ed cab les as soon as
possi ble to prevent unsafe con di-
tions.
[EWA10712] EAU23115
Checkin
g an d lu bricatin g the
throttle grip an d ca bleThe operation of the throttle grip
should be checked before each ride. In
addition, the cable should be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
chart.
The throttle cable is equipped with a
rubber cover. Make sure that the cover
is securely installed. Even though the
cover is installed correctly, it does not
completely protect the cable from wa-
ter entry. Therefore, use care not to
pour water directly onto the cover or
cable when washing the vehicle. If the
cable or cover becomes dirty, wipe
clean with a moist cloth.
EAU23173
Lu bricatin g the front an d rear
b rake leversFront brake lever
Rear brake lever
The pivoting points of the front and rear
brake levers must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Yamaha cable lubricant or other
suitable cable lubricant
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EAU23273
Checkin g the front forkThe condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the con dition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoi d injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
NOTICE
ECA10591
If any damag e is foun d or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha d ealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU45512
Checkin g the steerin gWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the center- stand. WARNING! To avoi d inju-
ry, securely support the vehicle
so there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
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TIPIf the fuse immediately blows again,
have a Yamaha dealer check the elec-
trical system.5. Install the panel A. (See page 8-8.)
EAUN2261
Vehicle li ghtsThis model is equipped with LED lights
for headlights, auxiliary lights and
brake/tail light. If a light does not come
on, check the fuse and then have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.NOTICE
ECA16581
Do not affix any type of tinted film or
stickers to the head lig ht lens.
EAU39881
Front turn si gnal li ghtIf a front turn signal light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer check
its electrical circuit or replace the bulb.
1. Headlight (high beam)
2. Headlight (low beam)
3. Auxiliary lightZAUM1970
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3
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Scooter care and stora ge
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EAU37834
Matte color cautionNOTICE
ECA15193
Some mo dels are equipped with
matte colore d finishe d parts. Be
sure to consult a Yamaha d ealer for
a d vice on what prod ucts to use be-
fore cleanin g the vehicle. Usin g a
b rush, harsh chemical prod ucts or
cleanin g compoun ds when cleanin g
these parts will scratch or damag e
their surface. Wax also shoul d not
b e applied to any matte colore d fin-
ishe d parts.
EAU83443
CareFrequent, thorough cleaning of the ve-
hicle will not only enhance its appear-
ance but also will improve its general
performance and extend the useful life
of many components. Washing, clean-
ing, and polishing will also give you a
chance to inspect the condition of the
vehicle more frequently. Be sure to
wash the vehicle after riding in the rain
or near the sea, because salt is corro-
sive to metals.TIP The roads of heavy snowfall areas
may be sprayed with salt as a de-
icing method. This salt can stay on
the roads well into spring, so be
sure to wash the underside and
chassis parts after riding in such
areas.
 Genuine Yamaha care and main-
tenance products are sold under
the YAMALUBE brand in many
markets worldwide.
 See your Yamaha dealer for addi-
tional cleaning tips.
NOTICE
ECA26280
Improper cleanin g can cause cos-
metic an d mechanical damag e. Do
not use:  high-pressure washers or
steam-jet cleaners. Excessive
water pressure may cause wa-
ter seepa ge an d d eterioration of
wheel bearin gs, brakes, trans-
mission seals an d electrical d e-
vices. Avoi d hi gh-pressure
d eter gent applications such as
those availa ble in coin-operate d
car washers.
 harsh chemicals, inclu din g
stron g aci dic wheel cleaners,
especially on spoke or ma gne-
sium wheels.
 harsh chemicals, ab rasive
cleanin g compoun ds, or wax on
matte-finishe d parts. Brushes
can scratch an d damag e the
matte-finish, use soft spon ge or
towel only.
 towels, spon ges, or brushes
contaminated with abrasive
cleanin g prod ucts or stron g
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become slippery, which
coul d cause loss of control.
Thorou ghly clean the surfaces
of these parts before operatin g
the vehicle.
[EWA20650]
5. Treat rubber, vinyl, and unpainted plastic parts with a suitable care
product.
6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces using a non-abrasive wax or use a detail
spray for motorcycles.
8. When finished cleaning, start the engine and let it idle for several mi-
nutes to help dry any remaining
moisture.
9. If the headlight lens has fogged up, start the engine and turn on
the headlight to help remove the
moisture.
10. Let the vehicle dry completely be- fore storing or covering it.NOTICE
ECA26320
Do not apply wax to ru bber or
unpainte d plastic parts. 
Do not use a brasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.
 Apply sprays an d wax sparin gly.
Wipe off excess afterwar ds.
WARNING
EWA20660
Contaminants left on the b rakes or
tires can cause loss of control.  Make sure there is no lu bricant
or wax on the brakes or tires.
 If necessary, wash the tires with
warm water an d a mil d d eter-
g ent.
 If necessary, clean the brake
d iscs an d pa ds with brake
cleaner or acetone.
 Before ri din g at hi gher spee ds,
test the vehicle’s b raking per-
formance an d cornerin g b ehav-
ior.
EAU83472
Stora geAlways store the vehicle in a cool, dry
place. If necessary, protect it against
dust with a porous cover. Be sure the
engine and the exhaust system are
cool before covering the vehicle. If the
vehicle often sits for weeks at a time
between uses, the use of a quality fuel
stabilizer is recommended after each
fill-up.NOTICE
ECA21170
 Storin g the vehicle in a poorly
ventilate d room or coverin g it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water an d humi dity to
seep in an d cause rust.
 To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles (b ecause
of the presence of ammonia)
an d areas where stron g chemi-
cals are store d.Lon g term stora ge
Before storing the vehicle long term (60
days or more):
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Specifications
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Loadin g:Maximum load:
185 kg (408 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Front brake:Type:
Hydraulic single disc brakeRear brake:Type:
Hydraulic single disc brakeFront suspension:Type:
Telescopic forkRear suspension:Type:Unit swingElectrical system:System voltage:12 VBattery:Model:
YTZ-7V
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 6.3 Ah (20 HR)Bul b watta ge:Headlight:
LED
Brake/tail light: LED
Front turn signal light: 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
10.0 W × 2 Auxiliary light:
LED
License plate light: 5.0 W × 1
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Index
AABS warning light ................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ................ 7-3
Activating the Stop and Start System .... 4-1
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................. 8-14
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)............... 5-14
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 5-26BBattery .................................................. 8-26
Brake fluid, changing............................ 8-22
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 8-21
Brake lever, front .................................. 5-14
Brake lever, rear ................................... 5-14
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 8-23
Braking ................................................... 7-3CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 8-23
Canister ................................................ 8-10
Care ........................................................ 9-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 5-20
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating ................................... 8-24
Coolant ................................................. 8-13DData recording, vehicle......................... 11-2
Diagnostic connector ........................... 11-2
Dimmer/Pass switch............................. 5-12EEmergency mode ................................. 8-34
Engine break-in ...................................... 7-1
Engine oil and oil strainer ..................... 8-10
Engine overheating ............................... 8-33
Engine serial number ............................ 11-1
FFinal transmission oil............................ 8-12
Front and rear brake lever free play, checking ............................................ 8-19
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 8-20
Front fork, checking ............................. 8-25
Front turn signal light ........................... 8-29
Fuel ...................................................... 5-18
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 7-4
Fuel tank cap........................................ 5-17
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 5-20
Fuses, replacing ................................... 8-27HHandlebar position, adjusting .............. 5-25
Handlebar switches ............................. 5-12
Hazard switch ...................................... 5-13
High beam indicator light ....................... 5-1
Horn switch .......................................... 5-13IIdentification numbers ......................... 11-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 5-27
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 5-1KKey, handling of smart and mechanical keys...................................................... 3-3LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 8-30MMain switch ............................................ 3-8
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 8-4
Maintenance, emission control system ................................................. 8-3
Malfunction indicator light (MIL)............. 5-1
Matte color, caution ............................... 9-1 Model label ........................................... 11-1
Multi-function display ............................. 5-4
OOperating range of the smart key
system .................................................. 3-2PPanel, removing and installing ................ 8-8
Parking.................................................... 7-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Precautions when using the Stop and Start System ......................................... 4-3SSafe-riding points ................................... 1-5
Safety information................................... 1-1
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting ............................................. 5-25
Sidestand.............................................. 5-27
Smart key................................................ 3-5
Smart key battery, replacing................... 3-6
Smart key system ................................... 3-1
Smart key system indicator light ............ 5-2
Smart key system, troubleshooting ...... 8-31
Spark plug, checking .............................. 8-9
Specifications ....................................... 10-1
Speedometer .......................................... 5-3
Starting off .............................................. 7-3
Starting the engine ................................. 7-2
Steering, checking ................................ 8-25
Stop and Start System ........................... 4-1
Stop and Start System indicator light..... 5-2
Stop and Start System operation ........... 4-1
Stop and Start System switch .............. 5-13
Stop/Run/Start switch .......................... 5-13
Storage ................................................... 9-3
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