2003 YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 Owners Manual

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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FuelFuelMake sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler tube as shown.
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Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow
when the fuel warms up and
expands.
8 8
Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
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2
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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Use only unleaded gasoline. The
use of leaded gasoline will cause
severe damage to internal engine
parts, such as the valves and pis-
ton rings, as well as to the exhaust
system.
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Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts.Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
12 L
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Your Yamaha engine has been
designed to use regular unleaded
gasoline with a research octane num-
ber of 91 or higher. If knocking (or
pinging) occurs, use a gasoline of a
different brand or premium unleaded
fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
spark plug life and reduce mainte-
nance costs.
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Catalytic converterCatalytic converterThis scooter is equipped with a cat-
alytic converter in the muffler.
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The exhaust system is hot after
operation. Make sure that the
exhaust system has cooled down
before doing any maintenance
work.
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The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard
or other damages.
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Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
8 8
Never park the scooter near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
8 8
Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Rider seat
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.
IGNITIONP
LOCK
ON
OFF
OPEN
PUSH
PUSH
a
a. Open.
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Adjusting the rider seatRider seat, adjustingThe rider seat can be adjusted as fol-
lows to change the riding position.
1. Open the rider seat.
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1. Rider seat
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.
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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.
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1. Bolt (×4)
2. Collar (×4)
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Storage compartments
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.
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2
a
1. Button
2. Lid
a. Open.
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.
1
2
a
1. Button
2. Lid
a. Lock.
Compartment ACompartment A
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Front storage compartment B
To open the storage compartment,
slide the lever up, and then pull on
the lever.
To close the storage compartment,
push the lid into the original position.
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Do not store heavy items in this
compartment.
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2
1. Lever
2. Lid
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Do not leave the rider seat open
for an extended period of time,
otherwise the light may cause the
battery to discharge.
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Do not exceed the following load-
ing limits:
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Front storage compartment A:
2 kg
8 8
Rear storage compartment:
5 kg
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Maximum load for the vehicle:
178 kg
Rear storage compartment
Two helmets can be stored in the
storage compartment under the
seats. (See page 3-18 for rider seat
opening and closing procedures.)
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1. Rider seat
Compartment B
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Adjusting the shock
absorber assemblies
Shock absorber assemblies, adjustingEach shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload
adjusting ring.
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Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum
or minimum settings.
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Always adjust both shock
absorber assemblies equally, oth-
erwise poor handling and loss of
stability may result.
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Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock
absorber assembly in direction a. To
decrease the spring preload and
thereby soften the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock
absorber assembly in direction b.
a
b1
2
3
1. Spring preload adjusting ring
2. Position indicator
3. Spring preload adjusting tool
NOTE:
8Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position
indicator on the shock absorber.
8Use the spring preload adjusting
tool included in the owner’s tool
kit to make this adjustment.
Setting
Minimum (soft) 1
Standard 4
Maximum (hard) 7
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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SidestandSidestandThe sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the side-
stand or lower it with your foot while
holding the scooter upright.
NOTE:
The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system,
which cuts the ignition in certain situ-
ations. (See further down for an
explanation of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
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1. Sidestand switch
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Ignition circuit cut-off
system
Ignition circuit cut-off systemThe ignition circuit cut-off system
(comprising the sidestand switch and
brake light switches) has the follow-
ing functions.
8It prevents starting when the
sidestand is up, but neither brake
is applied.
8It prevents starting when either
brake is applied, but the side-
stand is still down.
8It cuts the running engine when
the sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of
the ignition circuit cut-off system
according to the following procedure.
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If a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the system
before riding.
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The scooter must not be ridden
with the sidestand down, or if the
sidestand cannot be properly
moved up (or does not stay up),
otherwise the sidestand could con-
tact 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 responsibility of rais-
ing the sidestand before starting
off. Therefore, check this system
regularly as described below and
have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it
does not function properly.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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The sidestand switch may be defective.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.YES NO
With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “#”.
3. Turn the key to “ON”.
4. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The brake switch may be defective.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
With the engine still off:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
8. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
The sidestand switch may be defective.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
NOTE:
This check is most reliable if performed with
a warmed-up engine.
YES NO
The system is OK. The scooter can be ridden.
YES NO
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