ABS YAMAHA XMAX 250 2013 Owners Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION .....................1-1
Further safe-riding points .................1-5
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-3
Controls and instruments .................2-5
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ........................................3-1
Immobilizer system ...........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-2
Indicator and warning lights .............3-4
Turn signal indicator lights ...............3-4
High beam indicator light ................3-4
Engine trouble warning light ............3-4
ABS warning light
(for ABS models) ...........................3-4
Immobilizer system indicator light ....3-5
Speedometer ....................................3-5
Tachometer .......................................3-6
Multi-function display .......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...............3-11
Handlebar switches ........................3-11
Pass switch ....................................3-12
Dimmer switch ...............................3-12
Turn signal switch ..........................3-12
Horn switch ...................................3-12
Start switch ....................................3-12
Hazard switch ................................3-12
Front brake lever.............................3-12Rear brake lever..............................3-13
ABS (for ABS models) ....................3-13
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-14
Fuel .................................................3-15
Catalytic converters ........................3-16
Securing bracket ............................3-17
Seat.................................................3-17
Storage compartments ...................3-18
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies...................................3-19
Sidestand ........................................3-20
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-20
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-
OPERATION CHECKS ........................4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ..................................5-1
Starting the engine ...........................5-1
Starting off ........................................5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ..........5-3
Braking..............................................5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption..................................5-4
Engine break-in.................................5-4
Parking ..............................................5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ....................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................6-2Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ...............6-3
General maintenance and lubrication
chart ..............................................6-4
Removing and installing the cowling
and panel.......................................6-8
Checking the spark plug ..................6-9
Engine oil ........................................6-10
Final transmission oil ......................6-12
Coolant ...........................................6-13
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ......................................6-15
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ..............................................6-16
Valve clearance ...............................6-17
Tires ................................................6-17
Cast wheels ....................................6-19
Checking the front and rear
brake lever free play ....................6-19
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ..................................6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-21
Changing the brake fluid ................6-22
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable .................6-22
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .................................6-22
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand .........6-23
Checking the front fork ...................6-24
Checking the steering.....................6-24
TABLE OF CONTENTS

EAU10410
Left view
YP250R/YP250RA
DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
1. Headlight (page 6-28)
2. Fuel tank cap (page 3-14)
3. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2)
4. V-belt case air filter element (page 6-15)
5. Rear storage compartment (page 3-18)
6. Air filter element (page 6-15)
7. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-20)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-10)9. Centerstand (page 6-23)
10. Sidestand (page 3-20)

YP250R Sports
DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
1. Headlight (page 6-28)
2. Fuel tank cap (page 3-14)
3. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2)
4. V-belt case air filter element (page 6-15)
5. Rear storage compartment (page 3-18)
6. Air filter element (page 6-15)
7. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-20)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-10)9. Centerstand (page 6-23)
10. Sidestand (page 3-20)

EAU10420
Right view
YP250R/YP250RA
DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
1. Grab bar (page 5-2)
2. Seat (page 3-18)
3. Coolant reservoir cap (page 6-13)
4. Battery (page 6-25)
5. Fuses (page 6-26)
6. Front brake pads (page 6-20)
7. Coolant level check window (page 6-13)
8. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-10)9. Rear brake pads (page 6-20)
10. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-20)

YP250R Sports
DESCRIPTION
2-4
2
1. Grab bar (page 5-2)
2. Seat (page 3-18)
3. Coolant reservoir cap (page 6-13)
4. Battery (page 6-25)
5. Fuses (page 6-26)
6. Front brake pads (page 6-20)
7. Coolant level check window (page 6-13)
8. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-10)9. Rear brake pads (page 6-20)
10. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-20)

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Indicator and warning lights
1. Turn signal indicator lights “ ” and “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Immobilizer system indicator light
4. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
5. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning
light “ ” (for ABS models)
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Turn signal indicator lights “ ”
and “ ”
The corresponding indicator light flas-
hes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when
the high beam of the headlight is swit-
ched on.
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Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if an
electrical circuit monitoring the engine
is not working correctly. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the self-
diagnosis system.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the
key to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to
“ON”, or if the warning light remains
on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.
TIP
This warning light will come on when
the key is turned to “ON” and the start
switch is pushed, but this does not
indicate a malfunction.
EAU43032
ABS warning light “ ” (for ABS
models)
ECA10831
If the ABS warning light comes on
or flashes while riding, the ABS
may not work correctly. If this
occurs, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
See page 3-13 for an explanation of
the ABS.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked by turning the
key to “ON”. The warning light should
come on for a few seconds, and then
go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to
“ON”, or if the warning light remains
on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.
NOTICE
ABS
ABS
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3

EWA11350
When the ABS warning light comes
on or flashes while riding, the brake
system reverts to conventional bra-
king. Therefore, be careful not to
cause the wheel to lock during
emergency braking.
TIP
The ABS warning light may come on
while accelerating the engine with the
scooter on its centerstand, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
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Immobilizer system indicator light
The electrical circuit of the indicator
light can be checked by turning the
key to “ON”. The indicator light
should come on for a few seconds,
and then go off.
If the indicator light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to
“ON”, or if the indicator light remains
on, have a Yamaha dealer check the
electrical circuit.When the key is tur-
ned to “OFF” and 30 seconds havepassed, the indicator light will start
flashing indicating the immobilizer
system is enabled. After 24 hours
have passed, the indicator light will
stop flashing, however the immobili-
zer system is still enabled.
The self-diagnosis device also
detects problems in the immobilizer
system circuits. (See page 3-6 for an
explanation of the self-diagnosis
device.)
EAUS1860
Speedometer
1. Speedometer
UK ONLY
1. Speedometer
The speedometer shows the riding
speed.
WARNING
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
3

EAU12350
Pass switch “ ”
Press this switch to flash the head-
light.
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Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch “ / ”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn
signal lights, push the switch in after it
has returned to the center position.
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Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Start switch “ ”
With the sidestand up, push this
switch while applying the front or rear
brake to crank the engine with the
starter. See page 5-1 for starting ins-
tructions prior to starting the engine.
EAU44710
The engine trouble warning light and
ABS warning light (ABS model only)
will come on when the key is turned
to “ON” and the start switch is pus-
hed, but this does not indicate a mal-
function.
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Hazard switch “ ”
With the key in the “ON” or “ ”
position, use this switch to turn on the
hazard lights (simultaneous flashing
of all turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.
ECA10061
Do not use the hazard lights for an
extended length of time with the
engine not running, otherwise the
battery may discharge.
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Front brake lever
1. Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar grip. To apply the
front brake, pull this lever toward the
handlebar grip.
NOTICE
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3

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Rear brake lever
1. Rear brake lever
The rear brake lever is located on the
left handlebar grip. To apply the rear
brake, pull this lever toward the hand-
lebar grip.
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ABS (for ABS models)
The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) features a dual electronic
control system, which acts on the
front and rear brakes independently.
The ABS securely controls wheel loc-
kup during emergency braking on
changing road surfaces and under
various weather conditions, thereby
maximizing tire adhesion and perfor-
mance while providing a smooth bra-
king action. The ABS is monitored by
an ECU, which will have recourse to
manual braking if a malfunction
occurs.
EWA10090
The ABS performs best on long
braking distances.
On certain (rough or gravel)
roads, the braking distance
may be longer with than wit-
hout the ABS. Therefore,
always keep a sufficient distan-
ce to the vehicle ahead to
match the riding speed.
TIP
The ABS performs a self-diagno-
sis test for a few seconds each
time the vehicle first starts off
after the key was turned to “ON”.
During this test, a “clicking” noi-
se can be heard from the front of
the vehicle, and if either brake
lever is even slightly applied, a
vibration can be felt at the lever,
but these do not indicate a mal-
function.
When the ABS is activated, the
brakes are operated in the usual
way. A pulsating action may be
felt at the brake levers, but this
does not indicate a malfunction.
This ABS has a test mode which
allows the owner to experience
the pulsating at the brake levers
when the ABS is operating.
However, special tools are requi-
red, so please consult your
Yamaha dealer when performing
this test.WARNING
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-13
3

ECA16120
Keep any type of magnets (inclu-
ding magnetic pick-up tools, mag-
netic screwdrivers, etc.) away from
the front and rear wheel hubs,
otherwise the magnetic rotors
equipped in the wheel hubs may be
damaged, resulting in improper
performance of the ABS system.
1. Rear wheel hub 2. Front wheel hub
EAUS1661
Fuel tank cap
To open the fuel tank cap
1. Open the fuel tank cap cover by
pushing in on the front end of it.
1. Fuel tank cap 2. Fuel tank cap cover
2. Insert the key in the lock and turn
it clockwise. The lock will be rele-
ased and the fuel tank cap can
be removed.
1. Lock 2. Fuel tank cap
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Be sure the match mark is facing
forward, and then push the fuel
tank cap into the original posi-
tion.
1. Match marks
NOTICE
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-14
3