YAMAHA XMAX 300 2022 Workshop Manual

Instrument and control functions
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To close storage compartment B, push
the storage compartment lid into the
original position.
Seat/rear stora ge compartment
To open the seat/rear storage com-
partment via the main switchTurn the main switch to “OPEN”, and
then push the “SEAT” button.
To open the seat/rear storage com-partment with the mechanical key1. Open the keyhole cover. 2. Insert the mechanical key into the
seat lock, and then turn it clock-
wise.
TIPBe sure to close the seat and all stor-
age compartments before starting off.NOTICE
ECA24020
Make sure that the keyhole cover is
installe d when the mechanical key is
not bein g use d.NOTICE
ECA21150
Keep the followin g points in min d
when usin g the stora ge compart-
ment.  Since the storag e compartment
accumulates heat when ex-
pose d to the sun an d/or the en-
g ine heat, d o not store anythin g
suscepti ble to heat, consum-
a b les or flamma ble items insi de
it.
 To avoi d humi dity from sprea d-
in g throu gh the stora ge com-
partment, wrap wet articles in a
plastic bag b efore storin g them
in the compartment.
1. Lid
2. Storage compartment
1 2
1. Keyhole cover
1. Seat lock
2. Unlock.
1
1
2
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Since the stora ge compartment
may get wet while the vehicle is
b ein g washe d, wrap any articles
store d in the compartment in a
plastic bag .
 Do not keep anythin g valua ble
or breakab le in the stora ge
compartment.
WARNING
EWA18950
 Do not exceed the load limit of 1
k g (2.2 l b) for stora ge compart-
ment A.
 Do not exceed the load limit of
0.5 k g (1.1 l b) for stora ge com-
partment B.
 Do not exceed the load limit of 5
k g (11 l b) for the rear storag e
compartment.
 Do not exceed the maximum
loa d of 161 k g (355 l b) for the ve-
hicle.
EAU78521
Win dshiel dTo suit the rider’s preference, the wind-
shield height can be changed to one of
two positions.
To chan ge the win dshiel d hei ght to
the hi gh position
1. Remove the bolt access covers by removing the quick fasteners. 2. Remove the windshield by remov-
ing the bolts.
3. Remove the bolts, and then install the bolts in the desired position.1. Windshield
1
1. Quick fastener
2. Bolt access cover
1. Bolt2
1
1
1
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4. Install the windshield to the high position by installing the bolts, and
then tighten the bolts to the spec-
ified torque. WARNING! A loose
win dshiel d coul d cause an acci- d
ent. Be sure to ti ghten the
screws to the specifie d torque.
[EWA15511]
5. Place the bolt access covers, and
then install the quick fasteners. To chan
ge the win dshiel d hei ght to
the low position 1. Remove the bolt access covers by removing the quick fasteners.
2. Remove the windshield by remov- ing the bolts.
3. Remove the bolts, and then install the bolts in the desired position.
1. Bolt
1. Bolt
1
1
1
1
1. Bolt
Tightenin g torque:
Windshield bolt: 8 N·m (0.8 kgf·m, 5.9 lb·ft)
1
1
1. Bolt access cover
2. Quick fastenerZAUM1518
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4. Install the windshield to the lowposition by installing the bolts, and
then tighten the bolts to the spec-
ified torque. WARNING! A loose
win dshield could cause an acci- d
ent. Be sure to ti ghten the
screws to the specifie d torque.
[EWA15511]
5. Place the bolt access covers, and
then install the quick fasteners.
EAU46833
Han dle bar position The handlebar can be adjusted to one
of two positions to suit the rider’s pref-
erence. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust
the position of the handlebar.
1. Bolt
1. Bolt
1
11
1
1. BoltTi ghtenin g torque:
Windshield bolt: 8 N·m (0.8 kgf·m, 5.9 lb·ft)
1
1
1. Handlebar
1
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EAU14895
A djustin g the shock a bsor ber
assem blies
WARNING
EWA10211
Always a djust both shock a bsor ber
assem blies equally, otherwise poor
han dlin g an d loss of sta bility may re-
sult.Each shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring.NOTICE
ECA10102
To avoi d d amag ing the mechanism,
d o not attempt to turn b eyond the
maximum or minimum settin gs.Adjust the spring preload as follows.
Turn the adjusting ring in direction (a)
to increase the spring preload.
Turn the adjusting ring in direction (b)
to decrease the spring preload.
 Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position in-
dicator on the shock absorber.
 Use the spring preload adjusting
tool included in the kit to make this
adjustment.
EAU78213
Auxiliary DC jack
WARNING
EWA14361
To prevent electrical shock or short-
circuitin g, make sure that the cap is
installe d when the auxiliary DC jack
is not b eing use d.NOTICE
ECA15432
The accessory connecte d to the
auxiliary DC jack shoul d not b e used
with the en gine turne d off, an d the
loa d must never excee d 12 W (1 A),
otherwise the fuse may blow or the
b attery may dischar ge.This vehicle is equipped with an auxil-
iary DC jack located within storage
compartment A.
A 12-V accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC jack can be used when the
main switch is in the “ON” position and
should only be used when the engine is
running.
To use the auxiliary DC jack
1. Open storage compartment A. (See page 3-9.)
1. Spring preload adjusting ring
2. Special wrench
3. Position indicator
Sprin g preloa d settin g:
Minimum (soft):
1
Standard: 3
Maximum (hard): 51 2345
2
1
(a)
(b)
3
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4 2. Turn the main switch off.
3. Remove the auxiliary DC jack cap.
4. Turn the accessory off.
5. Insert the accessory plug into the
auxiliary DC jack.
6. Turn the main switch on, and then start the engine. (See page 6-2.) 7. Turn the accessory on.
EAU15306
Si
destan dThe sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the sidestand
or lower it with your foot while holding
the vehicle upright.TIPThe built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system,
which cuts the ignition in certain situa-
tions. (See the following section for an
explanation of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
1. Auxiliary DC jack
11
1. Sidestand switchZAUM0648
1
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WARNING
EWA10242
The vehicle must not b e ridden with
the si destan d d own, or if the si de-
stan d cannot b e properly move d up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
si destan d coul d contact the groun d
an d d istract the operator, resultin g
in a possi ble loss of control.
Yamaha’s i gnition circuit cut-off
system has been desi gne d to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
si bility of raisin g the si destan d b e-
fore startin g off. Therefore, check
this system re gularly an d have a
Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not
function properly.
EAUT1098
I g nition circuit cut-off systemCheck the operation of the sidestand
switch according to the following pro-
cedure.
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Turn the main switch on.
Put the sidestand up.Push the start switch while applying
either of the brake levers. The engine will
start.Put the sidestand down.
If the engine stalls:
The sidestand switch is OK.Place vehicle on centerstand.
WARNING
The vehicle must be placed on the
centerstand during this inspection.
If a malfunction is found, have the vehicle
inspected before riding.
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
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EAU1559B
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11152
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an acci dent or equipment damag e.
Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d any pro blem. If a pro blem cannot be corrected b y the proce dures provi ded in
this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check fuel tank overflow hose for obstructions, cracks or damage, and check
hose connection. 4-18, 4-19
En gine oil • Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 7-10
Final transmission oil • Check vehicle for oil leakage. 7-13
Coolant • Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage. 7-14
Front brake • Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 7-22, 7-23, 7-23
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Rear brake • Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 7-22, 7-23, 7-23
Throttle g rip • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate ca-
ble and grip housing. 7-19, 7-26
Control ca bles • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary. 7-25
Wheels an d tires •Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. 7-20, 7-22
Brake levers • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
7-26
Centerstan d, si destan d • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.
7-27
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary. —
Instruments, li ghts, si gnals
an d switches • Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.
—
Si destan d switch • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
4-26
ITEM
CHECKS PAGE
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