2000 YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 ECU

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cCThe following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard
or other damages.
8Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
8Never park the scooter near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
8Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
IGNITION
P
LOCK
ON
OFF
OPENPUSHPUSH
a
a.Open.
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Rider seatTo open the rider seat
1.Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2.Insert the key into the main
switch, and then turn it counter-
clockwise.NOTE:
Do not push inward when turning the
key.
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3.Fold the rider seat up.
To close the rider seat
1.Fold the rider seat down, and
then push it down to lock it in
place.
2.Remove the key from the main
switch if the scooter will be left
unattended.NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.1.Rider seat
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2.Remove the bolts and collars.
3.Slide the rider seat forward or
backward to the desired position.
4.Install the collars and securely
tighten the bolts.
5.Close the rider seat.1.Bolt (
´4)
2.Collar (´4)
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a
1.Button
2.Lid
a.Lock.
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Storage compartmentsFront storage compartment A
To open the storage compartment
when it is locked, insert the key in the
lock, turn it counterclockwise, and
then grasp the lock while pushing the
button in.
To open the storage compartment
when it is unlocked, simply grasp the
lock while pushing the button in.
To lock the storage compartment,
push the lid into the original position,
insert the key in the lock, turn it clock-
wise, and then remove it.Compartment A
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Adjusting the rider seatThe rider seat can be adjusted as fol-
lows to change the riding position.
1.Open the rider seat. 1.Rider seat
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EW000077
wBecause loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking,
performance and safety character-
istics of your scooter, you should
keep the following precautions in
mind.
8NEVER OVERLOAD THE
SCOOTER! Operation of an
overloaded scooter may result
in tire damage, loss of control,
or severe injury. Make sure
that the total weight of rider,
cargo, and accessories does
not exceed the specified maxi-
mum load for the vehicle.
8Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
8Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
scooter and distribute the
weight evenly on both sides.
8Adjust the suspension and tire
air pressure with regard to the
load.
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w8The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the tempera-
ture of the tires equals the
ambient temperature).
8The tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with
the riding speed and with the
total weight of rider, passen-
ger, cargo, and accessories
approved for this model.
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Load*FrontRear
Up to 90 kg
175 kPa
(1.75kg/cm
2,
1.75 bar)200 kPa
(2.00 kg/cm
2,
2.00 bar)
90 kgÐmaximum
200 kPa
(2.00 kg/cm
2,
2.00 bar)225 kPa
(2.25 kg/cm
2,
2.25 bar)
Maximum load*187 kg
*Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories
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TiresTo maximize the performance, dura-
bility, and safe operation of your
scooter, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
before each ride.
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Checking the front forkThe condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the condition
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wSecurely support the scooter so
that there is no danger of it falling
over.Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage. Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
Centerstand
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Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestandThe operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-
to-metal contact surfaces should be
lubricated if necessary.
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wIf the centerstand or sidestand
does not move up and down
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check or repair it.Sidestand
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9 To check the operation
1.Place the scooter on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright
position.
2.While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and
rebounds smoothly.
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cCIf any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
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Checking the steeringWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1.Place a stand under the engine
to raise the front wheel off the
ground.
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wSecurely support the scooter so
that there is no danger of it falling
over.
2.Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any
free play can be felt, have a
Yamaha dealer check or repair
the steering.
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5.Place a new bulb into position,
and then secure it with the bulb
holder.
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cCDo not touch the glass part of the
headlight bulb to keep it free from
oil, otherwise the transparency of
the glass, the luminosity of the
bulb, and the bulb life will be
adversely affected. Thoroughly
clean off any dirt and fingerprints
on the headlight bulb using a cloth
moistened with alcohol or thinner.6.Install the bulb cover, and then
connect the headlight coupler.
7.Install the panel.
8.Have a Yamaha dealer adjust
the headlight beam if necessary.
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a.Do not touch this area.
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Replacing a front turn signal
light bulb1.Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2.Remove panel A. (See page
6-11 for panel removal and
installation procedures.)
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