warning YAMAHA XMAX 400 2018 Owner's Manual

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Catalytic converters
This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
WARNING
EWA10863
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
burns:
Do not park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
Park the vehicle in a place
where pedestrians or children
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before
doing any maintenance work.
Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up of
heat.
NOTICE
ECA10702
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause unre-
pairable damage to the catalytic
converter.
EAU78514
Storage compartments
This model is equipped with 3 storage
compartments. The front storage com-
partments and rear storage compart-
ment are located as shown.
TIP
Storage compartment A must be
opened using the smart key sys-
tem. (See page 3-9.)
The seat/rear storage compart-
ment can be opened using the
smart key system or the mechani-
cal key.
Some helmets cannot be stored in
the rear storage compartment be-
cause of their size or shape.
1. Storage compartment A
2. Storage compartment B
1. Rear storage compartment
2
1
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4 Since the storage compartment
accumulates heat when ex-
posed to the sun and/or the en-
gine heat, do not store anything
susceptible to heat, consum-
ables or flammable items inside
it.
To avoid humidity from spread-
ing through the storage com-
partment, wrap wet articles in a
plastic bag before storing them
in the compartment.
Since the storage compartment
may get wet while the vehicle is
being washed, wrap any articles
stored in the compartment in a
plastic bag.
Do not keep anything valuable
or breakable in the storage
compartment.
WARNING
EWA18950
Do not exceed the load limit of 1
kg (2.2 lb) for storage compart-
ment A.
Do not exceed the load limit of
0.5 kg (1.1 lb) for storage com-
partment B.
Do not exceed the load limit of 5
kg (11 lb) for the rear storage
compartment.
Do not exceed the maximum
load of 184 kg (406 lb) for the ve-
hicle.
EAU78521
Windshield
To suit the rider’s preference, the wind-
shield height can be changed to one of
two positions.
To change the windshield height to
the high position
1. Remove the bolt access covers by
removing the quick fasteners.
2. Remove the windshield by remov-
ing the bolts.
1. Windshield
1. Quick fastener
2. Bolt access cover
1
2
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43. Remove the bolts, and then install
the bolts in the desired position.
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
windshield could cause an acci-
dent. Be sure to tighten the
screws to the specified torque.
[EWA15511]
5. Place the bolt access covers, and
then install the quick fasteners.
To change the windshield height 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. Bolt
1
1
1
1
1
1
1. Bolt
Tightening torque:
Windshield bolt:
8 N·m (0.8 kgf·m, 5.9 lb·ft)
1. Bolt access cover
2. Quick fastener
1
1
ZAUM1518
1
2
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4. Install the windshield to the low
position by installing the bolts, and
then tighten the bolts to the spec-
ified torque. WARNING! A loose
windshield could cause an acci-
dent. Be sure to tighten the
screws to the specified torque.
[EWA15511]
5. Place the bolt access covers, and
then install the quick fasteners.
1. Bolt
1. Bolt
1. Bolt
1
1
1
1
1
1
Tightening torque:
Windshield bolt:
8 N·m (0.8 kgf·m, 5.9 lb·ft)
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EAU46833
Handlebar 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.
EAU14893
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies
WARNING
EWA10211
Always adjust both shock absorber
assemblies equally, otherwise poor
handling and loss of stability may re-
sult.
Each shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring.
NOTICE
ECA10102
To avoid damaging the mechanism,
do not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings.
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock ab-
sorber assembly in direction (a). To de-
crease the spring preload and thereby
soften the suspension, turn the adjust-
ing ring on each shock absorber as-
sembly in direction (b).
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 owner’s tool
kit to make this adjustment.
1. Handlebar
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EAU15306
Sidestand
The sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the sidestand
or lower it with your foot while holding
the vehicle upright.
TIP
The 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.)
WARNING
EWA10242
The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side-
stand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off
system has been designed to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of raising the sidestand be-
fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly and have a
Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not
function properly.
1. Position indicator
2. Spring preload adjusting ring
3. Spring preload adjusting tool
Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
1
Standard:
2
Maximum (hard):
4
ZAUM1019
3
1
2
1234
1. Sidestand switch
ZAUM0648
1
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Turn the main switch on.
3. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
Push the start switch. 4.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still off:
5. Move the sidestand up.
6. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
Push the start switch. 7.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
8. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
The system is OK. The vehicle can be
ridden.
The sidestand switch may not be
working correctly.
The vehicle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The brake switch may not be working
correctly.
The vehicle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may not be
working correctly.
The vehicle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
The vehicle must be placed on the
centerstand during this inspection.
If a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the system
before riding.
NO YES
YES NO
YES NO
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Auxiliary DC jack
WARNING
EWA14361
To prevent electrical shock or short-
circuiting, make sure that the cap is
installed when the auxiliary DC jack
is not being used.
NOTICE
ECA15432
The accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC jack should not be used
with the engine turned off, and the
load must never exceed 12 W (1 A),
otherwise the fuse may blow or the
battery may discharge.
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.)
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.
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
1
1. Auxiliary DC jack
1
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
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EAU63440
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe oper-
ating 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 accident or equipment damage. Do not operate the vehicle if you find
any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided
in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by 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.4-19,
4-20
Engine 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. 7-12
Coolant• Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified
level.
• Check cooling system for leakage.7-13
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.7-21,
7-23,
7-23
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.7-21,
7-23,
7-23
Throttle grip• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip
free play and lubricate cable and grip housing.7-17,
7-26
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Operation and important riding points
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EAU15952
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10272
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accident
or injury.
EAU78221
TIP
This model is equipped with a lean an-
gle sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. In this case, the engine
trouble warning light will come on but
this is not a malfunction. Before re-
starting the engine, turn the main
switch off and then back on to reset the
engine trouble warning light. Failing to
do so will prevent the engine from
starting even though the engine will
crank when pushing the start switch.
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