brake YAMAHA XMAX 250 2007 User Guide

ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Brake levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.3-10, 6-20
Centerstand, sidestand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.6-21
Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation.
and switches• Correct if necessary.—
Sidestand switch• Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.3-17
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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WARNING
Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer
regarding any control or func-
tion that you do not thoroughly
understand.
Never start the engine or ope-
rate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of cons-
ciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
For safety, always start the
engine with the centerstand
down.
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CAUTION:
See page 5-4 for engine break-in
instructions prior to operating the
vehicle for the first time.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the
front or rear brake.
NOTE:
If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting attempt
should be as short as possible to pre-
serve the battery. Do not crank theengine more than 10 seconds on any
one attempt.
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CAUTION:
For maximum engine life, never
accelerate hard when the engine is
cold!
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Starting off
NOTE:
Before starting off, allow the engine to
warm up.
1. Grab bar
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).
(b)
(a)
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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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 manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slow
down when approaching suchareas 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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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
NOTE:
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed
instead.
From 50000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km.
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and
technical skills.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km) ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB CHECK
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1* Fuel line • Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage. √√√√ √
• Check condition.
2 Spark plug • Clean and regap. √√• Replace.
√√
3* Valves • Check valve clearance.
• Adjust. √√
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Air filter element • Replace. √√
5 V-belt case air filter
element • Clean.
√√√√
6*Front brake • Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
√√ √ √√ √• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
7*Rear brake • Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
√√ √ √√ √
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB CHECK
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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.
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• 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. √√√√ √
14 Sidestand, centerstand • Check operation.
• Lubricate. √√√√ √
15 *
Sidestand switch • Check operation. √√ √ √√ √
16 *Front fork • Check operation and for oil leakage. √√√√
17 * Shock absorber
assemblies • Check operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.
√√√√
18 *Fuel injection • Check engine idle speed. √√ √ √√ √
• Change. (See pages 6-8.) √When the oil change indicator flashes
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Engine oil (every 3000 km)• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. Every 3000 km
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20 *Engine oil strainer • Clean. √
21 *Cooling system • Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.
√√√√ √
• Change. Every 3 years
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB CHECK
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22 Final transmission oil • Check vehicle for oil leakage.
√√ √• Change.√√√√
23 *V-belt • Replace. Every 20000 km
24 * Front and rear brake
switches • Check operation.
√√ √ √√ √
25Moving parts and cables • Lubricate. √√√√ √
Throttle grip housing • Check operation and free play.
26 * • Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.
√√√√ √
and cable
• Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.
27 * Lights, signals and
• Check operation.
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 change the brake fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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Check the tire condition and air
pressure before each ride.
1. Tire tread depth
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before
each ride. If the center tread depth
reaches the specified limit, if the tire
has a nail or glass fragments in it, or if
the sidewall is cracked, have a Yama-
ha dealer replace the tire immediately.
NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always
comply with the local regulations.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with
tubeless tires.
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Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
vehicle with excessively worn
tires decreases riding stability
and can lead to loss of control.
The replacement of all wheel
and brake related parts, inclu-
ding the tires, should be left to
a Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional know-
ledge and experience.
Front tire:
Size:
120/70-15 M/C 56S(Michelin)
120/70-15 M/C 56P(Pirelli)
Manufacturer/model:
Michelin/GoldStandard
Pirelli/GTS23
Rear tire:
Size:
140/70-14 M/C 68S(Michelin)
140/70-14 M/C 68P(Pirelli)
Manufacturer/model:
Michelin/GoldStandard
Pirelli/GTS24
Minimum tire tread depth (front
and rear):
1.6 mm (0.06 in)
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Cast wheels
To maximize the performance, durabi-
lity, and safe operation of your
motorcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be chec-
ked for cracks, bends or warpage
before each ride. If any damage
is found, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair
to the wheel. A deformed or crac-
ked wheel must be replaced.
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced.
An unbalanced wheel can result
in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be “broken in” for
it to develop its optimal characte-
ristics.
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Front and rear brake lever
free play
Front
RearThere should be no free play at the
brake lever ends. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
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WARNING
A soft or spongy feeling in the bra-
ke lever can indicate the presence
of air in the hydraulic system. If the-
re is air in the hydraulic system,
have a Yamaha dealer bleed the
system before operating the vehi-
cle. Air in the hydraulic system will
diminish the braking performance,
which may result in loss of control
and an accident.
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Checking the front and rear
brake pads
The front and rear brake pads must
be checked for wear at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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Front brake pads
1. Lining thickeness
Check each front brake pad for
damage and measure the lining thick-
ness. If a brake pad is damaged or if
the lining thickness is less than 0.5
mm (0.02 in), have a Yamaha dealer
replace the brake pads as a set.
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Rear brake pads
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove
The rear brake is provided with a
check plug, which, if it is removed,
allows you to check the brake pad
wear without disassembling the bra-
ke. To check the brake pad wear,
check the position of the wear indica-
tor while applying the brake. If a bra-
ke pad has worn to the point that the
wear indicator almost touches the
brake disc, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the brake pads as a set.
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Checking the brake fluid
level
Front brake
Rear brake
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air
to enter the brake system, possibly
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