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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
1
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1. Seat
1
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1. Kick starter
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Kickstarter
To start the engine, push the kickstarter
down lightly with your foot until the
gears engage, and then push it down
smoothly but forcefully.
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Seat
To open the seat
1. Insert the key in the lock, and then
turn it as shown.
2. Fold the seat up.
To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then
push it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key.
NOTE :
Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.
3-8
1
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1. Luggage hook
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Luggage hookEWAT0002
•Do not exceed the load limit of
3.0 kg for the luggage hook.
•Do not exceed the maximum
load of 184 kg for the vehicle.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-9
1
ZAUM0148
1. Anti-theft device housing
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Anti-theft device housing
The anti-theft device housing, located
under the seat, is designed to store a
joint type anti-theft device with a maxi-
mum length of 1 meter. (See page 3-8
for seat opening and closing
procedures.)
NOTE :
Some anti-theft devices cannot fit into
the housing due to their size or shape.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Pre-operation check list ...................................................................... 4-1
4
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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 unexpectedly,
even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or
loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thorough visual
inspection, to check the following points before each ride.
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Fuel• Refuel if necessary.3-6
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check oil level in oil tank.
Two-stroke engine oil• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 3-7
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
Final transmission oil• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. 6-6
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Front brake• Check fluid level in reservoir. 3-4, 6-11
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Check operation.
Rear brake• Check lever free play. 3-5, 6-11
• Adjust if necessary.
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Throttle grip• Check cable free play.
6-8
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play
and lubricate cable and grip housing.
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Pre-operation check list
4-1
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4
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
NOTE :
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the scooter is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very
short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
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If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the scooter.
4-2 • Check for damage.
Wheels and Tires• Check tire condition and tread depth.
6-9 — 6-11
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
Brake levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
3-4 — 3-5
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
Centerstand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
6-15
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.
Chassis-fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
—
• Tighten if necessary.
Instruments, lights• Check operation.
3-1 — 3-4, 6-20 — 6-21
signals and switches• Correct if necessary.
Battery• Check fluid level.
6-17
• Fill with distilled water if necessary.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
Starting the engine .............................................................................. 5-1
Starting a warm engine ....................................................................... 5-2
Starting off ........................................................................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ............................................................. 5-3
Braking ................................................................................................ 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ..................................................... 5-3
Engine break-in ................................................................................... 5-4
Parking ................................................................................................ 5-5
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5
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•Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer
regarding any control or
function that you do not
thoroughly understand.
•Never start the engine or
operate it in a closed area for
any length of time. Exhaust fu-
mes are poisonous, and
inhaling them can cause loss of
consciousness and death
within a short time. Always
make sure that there is
adequate ventilation.
•For safety, always start the
engine with the centerstand
down.
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Starting the engine
1. Turn the key to “
*
”, then when
the oil level warning light comes
on, turn it to “
”.
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If the oil level warning light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
2. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle. (See
page 3-7 for starter (choke)
operation.)3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch or by pushing the
kickstarter lever down, while
applying the front or rear brake.
NOTE :
If the engine fails to start by pushing
the start switch, release the switch, wait
a few seconds, and then try again. Each
starting attempt should be as short as
possible to preserve the battery. Do not
crank the engine more than 5 seconds
on any one attempt. If the engine does
not start with the starter motor, try using
the kickstarter.
4. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) knob/lever back
halfway.
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