2000 YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 catalytic converter

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONSMain switch/steering lock....................................................................3-1
Indicator lights....................................................................................3-2
Speedometer unit...............................................................................3-3
Self-diagnosis device .........................................................................3-3
Anti-theft alarm (optional)...................................................................3-4
Fuel gauge..........................................................................................3-4
Coolant temperature gauge................................................................3-4
Clock...................................................................................................3-5
Handlebar switches............................................................................3-5
Front brake lever................................................................................3-8
Rear brake lever.................................................................................3-8
Fuel tank cap......................................................................................3-9
Fuel...................................................................................................3-10
Catalytic converter............................................................................3-10
Rider seat.........................................................................................3-11
Adjusting the rider seat.....................................................................3-12
Storage compartments.....................................................................3-12
Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies........................................3-14
Sidestand..........................................................................................3-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system............................................................3-15
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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cCImmediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts.
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NOTE:
If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use
gasoline of a different brand or with a
higher octane grade.
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with
a research octane number of 91
or higher
Fuel tank capacity (Total amount):
12 L
EAU03098
Catalytic converterThis scooter is equipped with a cat-
alytic converter in the muffler.
EW000128
wThe exhaust system is hot after
operation. Make sure that the
exhaust system has cooled down
before doing any maintenance
work.
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2
EAU01183
FuelMake sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler tube as shown in
the illustration.
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w8Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow
when the fuel warms up and
expands.
8Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.1.Filler tube
2.Fuel level
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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.
EAU03091
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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INDEX
F
Final gear oil..........................................6-17
Front and rear brake lever free play,
adjusting.............................................6-25
Front and rear brake pads, checking.....6-26
Front fork, checking...............................6-29
Fuel.......................................................3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........5-4
Fuel gauge..............................................3-4
Fuel tank cap...........................................3-9
Fuses, replacing....................................6-33
H
Handlebar switches.................................3-5
Pass switch.........................................3-5
Dimmer switch....................................3-5
Turn signal switch...............................3-6
Horn switch.........................................3-6
Light switch.........................................3-6
Headlight variations............................3-7
Engine stop switch..............................3-8
Start switch.........................................3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing.......................6-34
I
Identification numbers.............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................3-15
Indicator lights.........................................3-2
Oil change indicator light....................3-2
High beam indicator light....................3-2
Turn signal indicator lights..................3-2
K
Key identification number........................9-1
L
License plate light bulb, replacing.........6-37
M
Main switch/steering lock........................3-1
Model label..............................................9-2
P
Parking....................................................5-5
Part locations...........................................2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart......................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list...........................4-1
R
Rider seat..............................................3-11
Rider seat, adjusting..............................3-12
S
Safe-riding points....................................1-2
Self-diagnosis device..............................3-3
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting..3-14
Sidestand..............................................3-15
Spark plug, checking.............................6-12
Specifications..........................................8-1
Speedometer unit....................................3-3
Starting off...............................................5-2
Starting the engine..................................5-1
Steering, checking.................................6-30
Storage....................................................7-4
A
Acceleration and deceleration.................5-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements, cleaning..............................6-20
Air flow louver........................................6-22
Anti-theft alarm (optional)........................3-4
B
Battery...................................................6-31
Battery cover, removing........................6-31
Brake fluid level, checking.....................6-27
Brake fluid, changing.............................6-28
Brake lever (front)....................................3-8
Brake lever (rear)....................................3-8
Brake levers, lubricating........................6-28
Braking....................................................5-3
C
Cables, checking and lubricating...........6-28
Care.........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter.................................3-10
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating....................................6-29
Clock.......................................................3-5
Conversion table.....................................8-5
Coolant..................................................6-18
Coolant temperature gauge.....................3-4
Cowlings and panel, removing and
installing................................................6-6
E
Engine break-in.......................................5-4
Engine oil...............................................6-14
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