2002 YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 ABS

6-11
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6To install the cowling
1. Insert the tabs on the cowling
into the slots as shown, and then
push the cowling in until it snaps
into place.
2. Install the cowling screws.
1
2
1. Tab (×4)
2. Slot (×4)
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Panel A
To remove the panelRemove the bolts, and then pull the
panel out as shown.
1
2
1. Bolt (×2)
2. Panel A
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7-3
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7After cleaning
1. Dry the scooter with a chamois
or an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally
induced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be
removed through polishing.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal, includ-
ing chrome- and nickel-plated,
surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal
cleaner to remove any remaining
dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the scooter dry completely
before storing or covering it.
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w8Make sure that there is no oil
or wax on the brakes or tires.
If necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, and wash the tires
with warm water and a mild
detergent.
8Before operating the scooter
test its braking performance
and cornering behavior.
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cC8Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe
off any excess.
8Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
8Avoid using abrasive polish-
ing compounds as they will
wear away the paint.NOTE:
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice
on what products to use.
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8-3
SPECIFICATIONS
8
90 kg load–maximum load*
Front200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm
2, 2.00 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 2.25 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Front
Type Cast wheel
Size 12 ×MT2.75
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 12 ×MT3.50
Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Left hand
Fluid DOT 4Suspension
Front Telescopic fork
Rear Unit swing
Spring/shock absorbers
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 100 mm
Rear 90 mm
Electrical
Ignition system Transistorized coil ignition
(digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 19.5 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type GT7B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 6.5 AH
Headlight bulb typeHalogen bulb
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INDEX
F
Final transmission oil ............................6-18
Front and rear brake lever free play,
adjusting ............................................6-27
Front fork, checking ..............................6-32
Fuel ......................................................3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......5-4
Fuel gauge .............................................3-4
Fuel tank cap ........................................3-13
Fuses, replacing ...................................6-36
H
Handlebar switches ..............................3-10
Dimmer switch ...................................3-10
Engine stop switch .............................3-12
Headlight variations ...........................3-11
Horn switch ........................................3-10
Pass switch ........................................3-10
Start switch ........................................3-12
Turn signal switch ..............................3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................6-37
I
Identification numbers ............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................3-21
Indicator lights ........................................3-2
High beam indicator light .....................3-2
Oil change indicator light .....................3-2
Turn signal indicator lights ...................3-2
K
Key identification number .......................9-1
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........6-41
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 .............................................3-16
Rider seat, adjusting .............................3-17
S
Safe-riding points ...................................1-2
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................3-19
Sidestand .............................................3-20
Spark plug, checking ............................6-12
Specifications .........................................8-1
Speedometer ..........................................3-3
Starting off ..............................................5-2
Starting the engine .................................5-1
Steering, checking ................................6-33
Storage ...................................................7-4
Storage compartments .........................3-17
A
Acceleration and deceleration ................5-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements, cleaning .............................6-21
Air flow louver .......................................6-23
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .......................3-9
B
Battery ..................................................6-34
Battery cover removal ..........................6-34
Brake fluid level, checking ....................6-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................6-30
Brake lever, front ..................................3-12
Brake lever, rear ...................................3-13
Brake levers, lubricating .......................6-31
Braking ...................................................5-3
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ..........6-30
Care ........................................................7-1
Catalytic converter ................................3-15
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ...................................6-31
Conversion table ....................................8-5
Coolant .................................................6-19
Coolant temperature gauge ....................3-5
Cowlings and panel, removing and
installing ...............................................6-6
E
Engine break-in ......................................5-4
Engine oil ..............................................6-14
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