2003 YAMAHA MAJESTY 250 tire pressure

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpect-
edly, even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leak-
age or loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thor-
ough visual inspection, to check the following points before each ride.
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Pre-operation check listPre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel•Check fuel level in fuel tank.
•Refuel if necessary.
•Check fuel line for leakage.3-5, 3-16– 3-17
Engine oil•Check oil level in engine.
•If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
•Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-14–6-17
Final transmission oil•Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-18–6-19
Coolant•Check coolant level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
•Check cooling system for leakage.3-5, 6-19–6-20
Front brake•Check operation.
•If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
•Check lever free play.
•Adjust if necessary.
•Check fluid level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
•Check hydraulic system for leakage.3-11, 6-27–6-30
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Rear brake•Check operation.
•If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
•Check fluid level in reservoir.
•If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
•Check hydraulic system for leakage.3-12, 6-27–6-30
Throttle grip•Make sure that operation is smooth.
•Check cable free play.
•If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-23, 6-31
Wheels and tires•Check for damage.
•Check tire condition and tread depth.
•Check air pressure.
•Correct if necessary.6-24–6-27
Brake levers•Make sure that operation is smooth.
•Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.3-11–3-12, 6-27, 6-31
Centerstand, sidestand•Make sure that operation is smooth.
•Lubricate pivots if necessary.6-31–6-32
Chassis fasteners•Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
•Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switches•Check operation.
•Correct if necessary.3-2–3-11, 6-37–6-42
Sidestand switch•Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
•If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.3-22–3-23 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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8*Brake hoses•Check for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
•Replace. (See NOTE on page 6-5.)Every 4 years
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*Wheels•Check runout and for damage.√√√√
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*Tires•Check tread depth and for damage.
•Replace if necessary.
•Check air pressure.
•Correct if necessary.√√√√ √
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*Wheel bearings•Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
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*Steering bearings•Check bearing play and steering for roughness.√√√√√
•Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Every 20,000 km
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*Chassis fasteners•Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.√√√√ √
14 Sidestand, centerstand•Check operation.
•Lubricate.√√√√ √
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*Sidestand switch•Check operation.√√√√√ √
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*Front fork•Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
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*Shock absorber
assemblies•Check operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.√√√√
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*Carburetor•Adjust engine idling speed.√√√√√ √
19 Engine oil•Change. (See page 3-3 and 6-17 for more information
about the oil change indicator light.)√When the oil change indicator light comes on
(every 3,000 km)
•Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.Every 3,000 km√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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TiresTiresTo 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.
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Load* Front Rear
Up to 90 kg175 kPa
(1.75 kgf/cm2,
1.75 bar)200 kPa(2.00 kgf/cm2,
2.00 bar)
90 kg load–maximum200 kPa(2.00 kgf/cm2,
2.00 bar)225 kPa(2.25 kgf/cm2,
2.25 bar)
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The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the tempera-
ture of the tires equals the
ambient temperature).
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The 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.
Maximum load* 178 kg
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Because 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.
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NEVER 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.
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Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
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Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
scooter and distribute the
weight evenly on both sides.Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before
each ride. If the center tread depth
reaches the specified limit, if the tire
has a nail or glass fragments in it, or
if the sidewall is cracked, have a
Yamaha dealer replace the tire imme-
diately.
1a
1. Sidewall
a. Tire tread depth
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Adjust the suspension and tire
air pressure with regard to the
load.
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Check the tire condition and
air pressure before each ride.
Minimum tire tread depth
(front and rear)1.6 mm
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
75. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers
and pedals as well as of the
sidestand/centerstand.
6. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the scooter so that both of its
wheels are off the ground.
Alternatively, turn the wheels a
little every month in order to pre-
vent the tires from becoming
degraded in one spot.
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.8. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a
month. Do not store the battery
in an excessively cold or warm
place [less than 0 °C or more
than 30 °C]. For more informa-
tion on storing the battery, see
page 6-35.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Final transmission oil
Type Engine oil SAE 10W-30
(API SE)
Total amount 0.25 L
Radiator capacity
(including all routes)1.4 L
Air filterWet type element
Fuel
Type REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity 12 L
Carburetor
Manufacturer TEIKEI
Model × quantity Y28V-1E × 1
Spark plug
Manufacturer/model NGK/DR8EA
Spark plug gap 0.6–0.7 mm
Clutch typeDry, centrifugal automatic
Transmission
Primary reduction system Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio 40/15 (2.666)
Secondary reduction system Helical gear
Secondary reduction ratio 38/15 (2.533)Transmission type V-belt automatic
Operation Centrifugal automatic type
Chassis
Frame type Steel tube underbone
Caster angle 28°
Trail 103 mm
Tires
Front
Type Tubeless
Size 110/90-12 64L
Manufacturer/ IRC/MB67
model MICHELIN/BOPPER
Rear
Type Tubeless
Size 130/70-12 62L
Manufacturer/ IRC/MB67
model MICHELIN/BOPPER
Maximum load* 178 kg
Air pressure (cold tire)
up to 90 kg load*
Front175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm
2, 1.75 bar)
Rear 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm
2, 2.00 bar)
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