steering YAMAHA XMAX 125 2022 Owners Manual

Table of contents
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ................8-23
Lubricating the front and rear brake levers................................8-23
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ........8-24
Checking the front fork..................8-25
Checking the steering ...................8-25
Checking the wheel bearings ........8-26
Battery ...........................................8-26
Replacing the fuses .......................8-27
Vehicle lights .................................8-29
Front turn signal light.....................8-29
Rear turn signal light bulb .............8-30
Replacing the license plate light bulb ............................................8-30
Troubleshooting ............................8-31
Troubleshooting chart ...................8-32
Emergency mode .........................8-34
Scooter care an d stora ge ................9-1
Matte color caution .........................9-1
Care .................................................9-1
Storage ............................................9-3
Specifications ..................................10-1
Consumer information ...................11-1
Identification numbers ...................11-1
Diagnostic connector ....................11-2
Vehicle data recording ..................11-2 In
dex ................................................ 12-1
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Safety information
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1Avoi
d Car bon Monoxi de Poisonin g
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing
carbon monoxide can cause head-
aches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea,
confusion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odor-
less, tasteless gas which may be pres-
ent even if you do not see or smell any
engine exhaust. Deadly levels of car-
bon monoxide can collect rapidly and
you can quickly be overcome and un-
able to save yourself. Also, deadly lev-
els of carbon monoxide can linger for
hours or days in enclosed or poorly
ventilated areas. If you experience any
symptoms of carbon monoxide poi-
soning, leave the area immediately, get
fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREAT-
MENT.  Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine exhaust
with fans or open windows and
doors, carbon monoxide can rap-
idly reach dangerous levels.
 Do not run engine in poorly venti-
lated 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.
Loa din g
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 extreme
caution when adding cargo or acces-
sories to your scooter. Use extra care
when riding a scooter that has added
cargo or accessories. Here, along with
the information about accessories be-
low, are some general guidelines to fol-
low if loading cargo to your scooter:
The total weight of the operator, pas-
senger, accessories and cargo must
not exceed the maximum load limit.
Operation of an overloa ded vehicle
coul d cause an acci dent.
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. Securely
pack your heaviest items as close
to the center of the vehicle as pos-
sible 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 sud-
den imbalance. Make sure that
accessories and cargo are se-
curely attached to the scooter be-
fore riding. Check accessory
mounts and cargo restraints fre-
quently.
• Properly adjust the suspension for your load (suspension-ad-
justable 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 response.
 This vehicle is not desi gne d to
pull a trailer or to be attached to
a si decar.
Maximum loa d:
185 kg (408 lb)
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Safety information
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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 produce.
Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
dorse nor recommend the use of ac-
cessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, an d
Mo difications
While you may find aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accesso-
ries or modifications are not suitable
because of potential safety hazards to
you or others. Installing aftermarket products or having other modifications
performed 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 per-
formance of your scooter. Careful-
ly inspect the accessory before
using it to make sure that it does
not in any way reduce ground
clearance or cornering clearance,
limit suspension travel, steering
travel or control operation, or ob-
scure lights or reflectors.
• Accessories fitted to the han- dlebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improp-
er 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
freedom of movement of the
operator and may limit control
ability, therefore, such accesso-
ries are not recommended.
 Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical ac-
cessories 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.
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Smart key system
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3

When leaving the vehicle, make
sure you lock the steering and
take the smart key with you. It is
recommended that you turn the
smart key off.
WARNING
EWA17952
The smart key shoul d b e carried
with you. Do not store it on the
vehicle.
 When the smart key is within
operatin g ran ge, exercise due
care because other people not
carryin g the smart key can start
the en gine an d operate the vehi-
cle.
EAU78624
Han dlin g of the smart key an d
mechanical keys
WARNING
EWA17952
 The smart key shoul d b e carrie d
with you. Do not store it on the
vehicle.
 When the smart key is within
operatin g ran ge, exercise due
care because other people not
carryin g the smart key can start
the en gine an d operate the vehi-
cle.Included with the vehicle is one smart
key, two mechanical keys, and one
identification number card.
If the vehicle battery is discharged, the
mechanical key can be used to open
the seat. Carry one mechanical key
in a ddition to the smart key.
If the smart key is lost or the smart key
battery has discharged, the identifica-
tion number can be used to operate
the vehicle in emergency mode. (See
page 8-34.) Write down the i dentifi-
cation num ber in case of emer gen-
cy.
If the smart key is lost and the smart
key system identification number is un-
known, the entire smart key system will
1. Smart key
1. Identification number card
2. Identification number
1
868588
1
2
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Smart key system
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34. Gently snap the smart key caseclosed.
EAU76893
Main switchThe main switch is used to turn the ve-
hicle power ON/OFF, lock/unlock the
steering, and open the seat, fuel tank
lid and storage compartment A. After pushing the main switch knob and
confirmation with the smart key has
taken place, the main switch can be
turned while the smart key system indi-
cator light is on (approximately 4 sec-
onds).
WARNING
EWA18720
Never turn the main switch to
“OFF”, “ ”, or “OPEN” while the ve-
hicle is movin
g. Otherwise the elec-
trical systems will be switche d off,
which may result in loss of control or
an acci dent.TIPDo not push the main switch knob re-
peatedly or turn the main switch back
and forth beyond normal use. Other-
wise, to protect the main switch from
damage, the smart key system will
temporarily disable and the smart key
system indicator light will flash. If this
occurs, wait until the indicator light
stops flashing before operating the
main switch again.The main switch positions are de-
scribed below.
1. Battery
1
1. Main switch
2. Main switch knob
1. Smart key system indicator light “ ”ZAUM1816
2
1
ZAUM1884
1
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Smart key system
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TIPThe beeper will turn off after 1
minute.
 The seat can also be opened with
the mechanical key. (See page
5-20.)
EAU76521
“ ” (lock)
The steering is locked and all electrical
systems are off.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebar all the way to
the left. 2. With the smart key turned on and
within operating range, push the
main switch knob.
3. While the smart key system indi- cator light is on, push and turn the
main switch to “ ”.
TIPIf the steering will not lock, try turning
the handlebar back to the right slightly.To unlock the steering1. With the smart key turned on andwithin operating range, push the
main switch knob. 2. While the smart key system indi-
cator light is on, push and turn the
main switch to the desired posi-
tion.
EAU79000
“ ” (fuel tank cap li d)
To open the fuel tank cap lid1. With the smart key turned on and within operating range, push the
main switch knob.
2. While the smart key system indi- cator light is on, turn the main
switch to “ ”.
1. Push.
2. Push and turn.ZAUM14751
2
1. Push.
2. Push and turn.ZAUM182012
1. Push.
2. Turn.ZAUM14771 2
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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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 sur- face 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 d amage is foun d or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer 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.
ZAUM1964
ZAUM1965
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IndexAABS 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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