2004 YAMAHA VERSITY 300 wheel

SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7
Care
While the open design of a scooter
reveals the attractiveness of the
technology, it also makes it more
vulnerable. Rust and corrosion can
develop even if high-quality
components are used. A rusty exhaust
pipe may go unnoticed on a car,
however, it detracts from the overall
appearance of a scooter. Frequent and
proper care does not only comply with
the terms of the warranty, but it will also
keep your scooter looking good, extend
its life and optimize its performance.Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and covers
as well as all electrical couplers
and connectors, including the
spark plug cap, are tightly
installed.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such
products onto seals, gaskets and
wheel axles. Always rinse the dirt
and degreaser off with water.CleaningECA00011
•Avoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If such products are
used on hard-to-remove dirt, do
not leave the cleaner on the
affected area any longer than
instructed. Also, thoroughly
rinse the area off with water,
immediately dry it, and then
apply a corrosion protection
spray.
•Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use
only a soft, clean cloth or
sponge with mild detergent and
water to clean plastic.
CAUTION:
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7
•Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust
removers or inhibitors, brake
fluid, antifreeze or electrolyte.
•Do not use high-pressure
washers or steam-jet cleaners
since they cause water
seepage and deterioration in
the following areas: seals (of
wheel and swingarm bearings,
fork and brakes), electric
components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.
•For scooters equipped with a
windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning
compounds for plastic may
leave scratches on the
windshield. Test the product on
a small hidden part of the
windshield to make sure that it
does not leave any marks. If the
windshield is scratched, use a
quality plastic polishing
compound after washing.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea
or on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on the
roads during winter are extremely cor-
rosive in combination with water, carry
out the following steps after each ride
in the rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads.
NOTE :
Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may
remain well into spring.
1. Clean the scooter with cold water
and a mild detergent after the
engine has cooled down.
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Do not use warm water since it
increases the corrosive action of the
salt.
2. Apply a corrosion protection spray
on all metal, including chrome-
and nickel-plated, surfaces to
prevent corrosion.
CAUTION:
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7 Long-term
Before storing your scooter for several
months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
"Care" section of this chapter.
2. Drain the carburetor float chamber
by loosening the drain bolt; this will
prevent fuel deposits from building
up. Pour the drained fuel into the
fuel tank.
3. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
4. Perform the following steps to
protect the cylinder, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap and
spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit
sparking during the next step.)d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from
the spark plug, and then install
the spark plug and the spark
plug cap.
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To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turning
the engine over.
5. 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
prevent the tires from becoming
degraded in one spot.
WARNING
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 information on
storing the battery, see page
6-30.
NOTE :
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8
Model VP300
Dimensions:
Overall length 2,170 mm
Overall width 765 mm
Overall height 1,465 mm
Seat height 805 mm
Wheelbase 1,480 mm
Minimum ground clearance 155 mm
Minimum turning radius 1,706 mm
Weight:
Wet (with oil and a full fuel tank) 174 kg
Engine:
Engine type Liquid cooled, 4 strokes SOHC
Cylinder arrangementSingle cylinder, Forward inclined
Displacement 264 cm
3
Bore x stroke 71.0 x 66.8
Compression ratio 10:1
Starting system type Electric starter
Lubrication system Wet sump
Specifications
Engine oil:
Type
-20°-10°10°20°30°40°50°C
0°
SAE 10W/30
SAE 10W/40
SAE 15W/40
SAE 20W/40
SAE 20W/50
Recommended engine oil API Service SE, SF, SG type
Classification or higher
CAUTION:
8-1
Be sure to use motor oils that do not contain anti-fric-
tion modifiers. Passenger car motor oils (often labeled
“Energy Conserving II”) contain anti-friction additives
which will cause clutch and/or starter cluth slippage,
resulting in reduced component life and poor engine
performance.
Quantity
Periodic oil change 1.2 L
Total amount (dry engine) 1.4 L

SPECIFICATIONS
8
Wheels:
Front
Type Cast wheel
Size 14 x MT 2.75
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 14 x MT 4.00
Brakes:
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Type brake fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Left hand
Type brake fluid DOT 4
Suspension:
Front suspension Telescopic fork
Rear suspension Unit swing
Shock absorber:
Front fork type Coil spring/oil damper
Rear shock absorber Coil spring/oil damper
assembly type
Wheel travel:
Front wheel travel 108 mm
Rear wheel travel 120 mmElectrical:
Ignition system type Transistorized coil ignition
Charging system AC magneto
Battery
Model F9-12B
Voltage/capacity 12 V / 9 Ah
Headlight type:Halogen bulb
Bulbs (voltage/wattage x quantity):
Headlight 12V, 35W/35Wx2
Auxiliary light 12V, 5Wx2
Tail/brake light 12V, 5W/21Wx2
Turn signal light
Front 12V, 21Wx2
Rear 12V, 10Wx2
High beam indicator light LED
Turn signal indicator light LED
Headlight indicator light LED
Fuses:
Main fuse: 30 A
Backup fuse: 3 A
Headlight fuse: 15 A
Radiator fan fuse: 15 A
Signaling system fuse: 15 A
Ignition fuse: 7.5 A
Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3 A
Reserve fuse (x quantity) 30Ax1, 15Ax1, 7.5Ax1
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INDEX
Storage compartments ...................... 3-12
T
Tail/brake light bulb or rear turn
signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-34
Throtlle cable free play, adjusting ...... 6-20
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating .............. 6-26
Tires .................................................. 6-21
Tool kit ................................................. 6-1
Troubleshooting ................................. 6-35
Troubleshooting charts ...................... 6-36
Turn signal light bulb (front),
replacing ...................................... 6-34
V
Valve clearance, adjusting ................ 6-21
Vehicule identification number ............ 9-1
W
Wheel bearing, checking ................... 6-29
Wheels .............................................. 6-23 Luggage hook ................................... 3-15
M
Main switch/steering lock .................... 3-1
Model label .......................................... 9-2
Multi-function display .......................... 3-4
P
Parking ................................................ 5-5
Part locations ...................................... 2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ............................................... 6-2
Pre-operation check list ...................... 4-1
S
Safe-riding points ................................ 1-2
Seat ................................................... 3-12
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ....................................... 3-14
Sidestand .......................................... 3-16
Spark plug, checking ......................... 6-11
Specifications ...................................... 8-1
Speedometer ...................................... 3-2
Starting off .......................................... 5-2
Starting the engine .............................. 5-1
Steering, checking ............................ 6-28
Storage ............................................... 7-3