wheel YAMAHA XMAX 250 2005 User Guide

NOTE:
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice
on what products to use.
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Storage
Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
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CAUTION
Storing the scooter in a poorly
ventilated room or covering it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water and humidity to
seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your scooter for seve-
ral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.2. Drain the carburetor float cham-
ber by loosening the drain bolt;
this will prevent fuel deposits
from building up. Pour the drai-
ned fuel into the fuel tank.
3. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
4. Perform the following steps to
protect the cylinder, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap and
spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit sparking
during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from
the spark plug, and then install
the spark plug and the spark plug
cap.
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WARNING
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turning
the engine over.
5. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers
and pedals as well as of the
sidestand/centerstand.
6. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the scooter so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alter-
natively, turn the wheels a little
every month in order to prevent
the tires from becoming degra-
ded in one spot.
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
8. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in
an excessively cold or warm pla-
ce [less than 0 °C (30 °F) or more
than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
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DimensionsOverall length
2210 mm
Overall width
790 mm
Overall height
1380 mm
Seat height
775 mm
Wheelbase
1545 mm
Ground clearance
113 mm
WeightDry (without oil and fuel)
164.0 kg
With oil and fuel
174.0 kg
Maximum load
235 kg
EngineEngine type
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement
249.7 cm
3
Bore x stroke
69.0 x 66.8 mm
Compression ratio
10.00 :1
Starting system
Electric starterLubrication system
Wet sump
Oil type or gradeEngine oil
SAE10W30SE
Recommended engine oil grade
API service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Engine oil quantityQuantity
1.4 L
Periodic oil change
1.20 L
Final gear oilQuantity
0.25 L
Cooling systemRadiator capacity
0.34 L
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark)
0.46 L
Air filterAir filter element
Oil-coated paper element
Recommended fuelRecommended fuel
Unleaded fuel
Fuel tank capacity
12.0 L
Fuel reserve amount
2.0 L
CarburetorType x quantity
1C0 x 1
Manufacturer
KEIHIN
Spark plug (s)Manufacturer/model
NGK DR8EA
Spark plug gap
0.6-0.7 mm
Clutch type
Transmission
Primary reduction system
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio
40 x 15 (2.666)
Secondary reduction system
Helical gear
Secondary reduction ratio
40 x 14 (2.857)
Transmission type
V-belt automatic8
SPECIFICATIONS
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OperationCentrifugal automatic type
ChassisFrame typeSteel tube underbone
Caster angle 28.00 degree
Trail 100.0 mm
Front tireTypeTubeless
Size 120/70-15 56S
Wear limit (front) 1.6 mm
Manufacturer/model Michelin/Gold Standard
Rear tireTypeTubeless
Size 140/70-14 68S
Wear limit (rear) 1.6 mm
Manufacturer/model Michelin/Gold Standard
Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires)
Loading condition 0-90 kg
Front 190kPa (27,02 psi) (1,9kgf/cm2) Rear
220kPa (31,29 psi) (2,2kgf/cm2)
Loading condition 90-max.
Front 210kPa (29,86 psi) (2,1 kgf/cm2)
Rear 250kPa (35,55 psi) (2,5 kgf/cm2)
Front wheelWheel typeCast wheel
Rim size 15xMT3.50
Rim material Aluminum
Rear wheelWheel typeCast wheel
Rim size 14xMT3.75
Rim material Aluminum
Front disc brakeDisc brake typeSingle
Recommended fluid DOT 4
Rear disc brakeDisc brake typeSingle
Recommended fluid DOT 4
Front suspensionFront fork travel110.0 mm
Rear suspensionRear shock absorber assembly travel95.0 mm
ElectricalSystem voltage12 V
Battery
Type/model YTX9-BS
Voltage 12.0 V
Capacity 12.0 V8.0 Ah
Bulb type
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity
Headlight12 V35/35 W
Auxiliary light 12 V5.0 W x 2 pcs
Tail/brake light 12 V21/5 W
Front flasher light 12 V10 W/2 pcs
Rear flasher light 12 V10.0 W x 2 pcs
License plate light 12 V5.0 W x 1 pcs
FusesMain fuse30.0 A
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SPECIFICATIONS
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AAcceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Adjusting the carburetor ..........................6-11
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies .............................................3-11
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .......6-12
Air filter V-Belt case air filter elements.....6-10
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..........................3-7
BBattery......................................................6-18
Braking .......................................................5-2
CCare............................................................7-1
Cast wheels .............................................6-14
Catalytic converter ...................................3-10
Changing the brake fluid..........................6-16
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....................6-16
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip cable ..................................6-16
Checking the brake fluid level .................6-15
Checking the front and rear brake pads.....6-14
Checking the front fork ............................6-17
Checking the spark plug ............................6-5
Checking the wheel bearings ..................6-18
Cheking the steering ................................6-17
Controls and instruments ..........................2-3
Coolant.......................................................6-9
Coolant temperature gauge .......................3-4
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-3
Engine oil ...................................................6-7
FFinal transmission oil .................................6-8Front and rear brake lever free play.........6-14
Front brake lever ........................................3-8
Front storage compartment .....................3-11
Fuel ............................................................3-9
Fuel gauge .................................................3-3
Fuel tank cap .............................................3-8
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-7
IImmobilizer system ....................................3-1
Indicators, indicator lights and warning
light ..........................................................3-2
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
LLeft view .....................................................2-1
Lubricating the front and rear brake
levers .....................................................6-16
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-1
Model label ................................................9-1
Multi-function display ................................3-4
OOwner’s tool kit ..........................................6-1
PParking .......................................................5-3
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .........................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
RRear brake lever .........................................3-8
Removing and installing cowlings and
panels ......................................................6-5
Replacing a front turn signal light bulb....6-21Replacing a headlight bulb ......................6-20
Replacing the auxiliary light bulb .............6-22
Replacing the fuses .................................6-19
Replacing the license plate light bulb......6-22
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb or a
rear turn signal light bulb.......................6-21
Right view ..................................................2-2
SSeat ..........................................................3-10
Sidestand .................................................3-12
Speedometer .............................................3-3
Starting a cold engine ................................5-1
Starting off .................................................5-1
Storage compartment ..............................3-11
Storage compartment ................................7-3
TTips for reducing fuel consumption ...........5-2
Tires .........................................................6-12
Troubleshooting .......................................6-22
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-24
VValve clearance ........................................6-12
Vehicle identification number .....................9-1
INDEX
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