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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EW000116
w8Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
sulfuric acid, which causes
severe burns. Avoid any con-
tact with skin, eyes or clothing
and always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
In case of contact, administer
the following FIRST AID.
9EXTERNAL: Flush with plen-
ty of water.
9INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and
immediately call a physician.
9EYES: Flush with water for
15 minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
8Batteries produce explosive
hydrogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes,
etc., away from the battery and
provide sufficient ventilation
when charging it in an
enclosed space.
EC000102
cC8Always keep the battery
charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.
8To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (constant-
voltage) battery charger is
required. Using a conventional
battery charger will damage
the battery. If you do not have
access to a sealed-type (MF)
battery charger, have a
Yamaha dealer charge your
battery.
8KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.To store the battery
1. If the scooter will not be used for
more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it
at least once a month and fully
charge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before
installation.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Wheels
Front
Type Cast wheel
Size 14 M/C ×MT3.50
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 14 M/C ×MT4.50
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 Swingarm
Spring/shock absorbers
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil-gas spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 120 mm
Rear 120 mm
Electrical
Ignition system Transistorized coil ignition
(digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 310W @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 8 Ah
Headlight bulb typeHalogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage ×quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ×1
12 V, 55 W ×1
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