light YAMAHA XMAX 250 2005 User Guide

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 centers-
tand.
2. Sit astride the seat, and then
adjust the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signal 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 signal off.
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Acceleration and
deceleration
The speed can be adjusted by ope-
ning and closing the throttle. To incre-ase 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
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually
increasing the pressure.
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WARNING
Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over
to one side), otherwise the sco-
oter may skid or overturn.
Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road cons-
truction sites, and manholecovers 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 bra-
king downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follo-
wing 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 cros-
sings).
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ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km) ANNUAL
CHECK
NoITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1 10 20 30 40
8*Brake hose• Check for cracks or damage.√√√√ √• Replace. Every 4 years
9*Wheels• Check runout and for damage.√√√√
• Check tread depth and for damage.
10 *Tires• Replace if necessary.
√√√√ √
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
11 *Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
12 *Steering bearings• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.√√ √ √√• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 20000 km
13 *Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are
√√√√ √
properly tightened.
14Sidestand, centerstand• Check operation.
• Lubricate.√√√√ √
15 *Sidestand switch• Check operation.√√ √ √√ √
16 *Front fork• Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
17 *Shock absorber
• Check operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.√√√√
assemblies
18 *Carburetor• Adjust engine idling speed.√√ √ √√ √
• Change. (See page 3-6.)√When the oil change
19Engine oilindicator light comes on (every 3000 km)• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. Every 3000 km√
20 *Engine oil strainer• Clean.√
21 *Cooling system• Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.√√√√ √
• Change. Every 3 years
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ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km) ANNUAL
CHECK
NoITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1 10 20 30 40
22Final transmission oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage.√√ √• Change.√√√
23 *V-belt• Replace. Every 20000 km
24 *Front and rear brake
• Check operation.√√ √ √√ √
switches
25Moving parts and cables• Lubricate.√√√√ √
Throttle grip housing• Check operation and free play.
26 *
and cable• Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.√√√√ √
• Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.
27 *Muffler and exhaust pipe• Check the screw clamp for looseness.√√ √ √√
28 *Lights, signals • Check operation.
and switches• Adjust headlight beam.√√ √ √√ √
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NOTE:
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and caliper, and change the bra-
ke fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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3. Remove the spark plug cap.
4. Remove the spark plug asshown, with the spark plug
wrench included in the owner’s
tool kit.
To check the spark plug 1. Check that the porcelain insula- tor around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medium-to-
light tan (the ideal color when the
motorcycle is ridden normally).
NOTE:
If the spark plug shows a distinctly dif-
ferent color, the engine could be defec-
tive. Do not attempt to diagnose such
problems yourself. Instead, have a
Yamaha dealer check the motorcycle.
2. Check the spark plug for electro-
de erosion and excessive carbon
or other deposits, and replace it if
necessary.
To install the spark plug 1. Measure the spark plug gap with
a wire thickness gauge and, if
necessary, adjust the gap to spe-
cification.
2. Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surfa-
ce, and then wipe off any grime
from the spark plug threads.
3. Install the spark plug with the spark plug wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque.
NOTE:
If a torque wrench is not available
when installing a spark plug, a good
estimate of the correct torque is 1/4 ~
1/2 turn past finger tight. However,
the spark plug should be tightened to
the specified torque as soon as pos-
sible.
4. Install the spark plug cap.
Tightening torque:Spark plug:18 Nm (1,8 m•kgf, 13,01 ft•lbf)
Spark plug gap:0,7mm (0,027in)
Specified spark plug:NGK DR8EA6
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NOTE:
Make sure the spark plug wire is fas-
tened in the clamp as shown.
5. Install the storage compartment
by installing the bolts.
6. Close the seat.
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Engine oil
The engine oil level should be chec-
ked before each ride. In addition, the
oil must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart and when the
service indicator light comes on.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the scooter on the centers-
tand.
NOTE:
Make sure that the scooter is positio-
ned straight up when checking the oil
level. A slight tilt to the side can result
in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
1. Dipstick
2. Max-min marks
3. Oil filler cap
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil
settles, remove the oil filler cap,
wipe the dipstick clean, insert it
back into the oil filler hole (wit-
hout screwing it in), and then
remove it again to check the oil
level.
NOTE:
The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the engine oil is below the mini-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to rai-
se it to the correct level.5. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler
hole, and then tighten the oil filler
cap.
To change the engine oil
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.
1. Oil drain bolt
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and the engine oil drain bolt to
drain the oil from the crankcase.
4. Check the washer for damage
and replace it if necessary.
5. Install the washer and the engine
oil drain bolt, and then tighten the
drain bolt to the specified torque.
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6. Add the specified amount of the
recommended final transmission
oil, and then install and tighten
the oil filler cap.
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WARNING
Make sure that no foreign
material enters the final trans-
mission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on
the tire or wheel.
7. Check the final transmission case
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
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Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the coo-
lant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa-
ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
NOTE:
The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
Make sure that the vehicle is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A
slight tilt to the side can result in
a false reading.
1. Maximum level
2. Minimum level
2. Check the coolant level through
the check window.
NOTE:
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Coolant reservoir cap
1
Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0,25 L (0,05 US qt) (0,21 Imp.qt)
Tightening torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt:
22 Nm (2,2 m•kgf, 15,91 ft•lbf)
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3. Fully charge the battery beforeinstallation.
4. After installation, make sure that the battery leads are properly
connected to the battery termi-
nals.
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CAUTION
Always keep the battery char-
ged. Storing a discharged bat-
tery can cause permanent bat-
tery damage.
To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (constant-
voltage) battery charger is
required. Using a conventional
battery charger will damage
the battery. If you do not have
access to a sealed-type (MF)
battery charger, have a Yamaha
dealer charge your battery.
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Replacing the fuses
The main fuse and the fuse box,
which contains the fuses for the indi-
vidual circuits, are located behind
cowling B. (See page 6-5.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as
follows.1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
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CAUTION
Do not use a fuse of a higher ampe-
rage rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly a
fire.
Specified fuses: Main fuse30.0 A
Headlight fuse 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse 15.0 A
Ignition fuse 5.0 A
Radiator fan fuse 10 A
ECU fuse 5.0 A
Backup fuse 5.0 A
Reserve fuse 5.0 A
10 A
15.0 A
30.0 A
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3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
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Replacing a headlight bulb
This model is equipped with quartz
bulb headlights. If a headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove cowling B. (See page
6-5.)
1. Headlight coupler
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the headlight
bulb cover.
3. Remove the headlight bulb hol-
der according to the following
illustration, and then remove the
defective bulb.
1. Headlight bulb cover
NOTE:
The removal procedure depends on
the type of bulb holder installed on
your vehicle.
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WARNING
Headlight bulbs get very hot. The-
refore, keep flammable products
away from a lit headlight bulb, and
do not touch the bulb until it has
cooled down.
4. Place a new bulb into position,
and then secure it with the bulb
holder.
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CAUTION
Do not touch the glass part of the
headlight bulb to keep it free from
oil, otherwise the transparency of
the glass, the luminosity of the
bulb, and the bulb life will be adver-
sely affected. Thoroughly clean off
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any dirt and fingerprints on the
headlight bulb using a cloth mois-
tened with alcohol or thinner.
5. Install the bulb cover, and then
connect the coupler.
6. Install the cowling.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
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Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb
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CAUTION
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer perform this job.
1. Place the scooter on the centers-
tand.
2. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-5.)
3. Remove the socket (together
with the bulb) by turning it coun-
terclockwise.4. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
5. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
6. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it clockwise.
7. Install the cowling.
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Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb or a rear turn signal
light bulb
Tail/brake light bulb
1. Remove the tail/brake light bulb
lens by removing the screws.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.
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Rear turn signal light bulb
1. Remove the tail/brake light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the turn signal light bulb
lens by removing the screw.
3. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
5. Install the turn signal light bulb
lens by installing the screw.
6. Install the tail/brake light bulb
lens by installing the screw.
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CAUTION
Do not overtighten the screws,
otherwise the lens may break.
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Replacing the license plate
light bulb
1. Remove the lens by removing the
screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pulling it out.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw.
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CAUTION
Do not overtighten the screw,
otherwise the lens may break.
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Replacing the auxiliary light
bulb
If the auxiliary light bulb burns out,
replace it as follows.
1. Remove cowling B . (See page
6-5.).
2. Remove the socket (together
with the bulb) by pulling it out.
3. Remove the defective bulb by
pulling it out.
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