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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6
EAU00637
Adjusting the valve clea-
rance
The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU04551*
Tires
To maximize the performance,
durability, 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.
EW000082
•The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
•The tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger,
cargo, and accessories
approved for this model.
WARNING
Maximum load* 202 k g
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories
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4
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Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Load* Front Rear
Up to 90 kg*180 kPa
1.8 kgf/cm
2
1.8 bar190 kPa
1.9 kgf/cm
2
1.9 bar
90 kg ~ 160 kg load*
180 kPa
1.8 kgf/cm2
1.8 bar200 kPa
2.0 kgf/cm
2
2.0 bar
160 kg ~
maximum load*
190 kPa
1.9 kgf/cm2
1.9 bar220 kPa
2.2 kgf/cm
2
2.2 bar
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6 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 re-
place the tire immediately.
EW000077
Because loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking, per-
formance and safety characteristics of
your scooter, you should keep the
following precautions in mind.
•NEVER OVERLOAD THE SCOO-
TER! 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
maximum load for the vehicle.
•Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
•Securely pack the heaviest items
close to the center of the scooter
and distribute the weight evenly
on both sides.
•Adjust the suspension and tire air
pressure with regard to the load.
•Check the tire condition and air
pressure before each ride.
WARNING
1. Tire tread depth
2. Sidewall
Tire information
This scooter is equipped with tubeless
tires.
Front
Manufacturer Size Type
MICHELIN 120/80-14 58P PILOT CITY TL
Rear
Manufacturer Size Type
MICHELIN 150/70-14 66P PILOT CITY TL
Minimum tire tread depth
(front and rear)1.6 mm
NOTE :
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations.
EAU00683
EW000079
•Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
scooter with excessively worn
tires decreases riding stability
and can lead to loss of control.
•The replacement of all wheel
and brake related parts,
including the tires, should be
left to a Yamaha dealer, who has
the necessary professional
knowledge and experience.
WARNING
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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:
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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
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SPECIFICATIONS
8
Transmission oil:
Type Engine oil SAE 10W30
(API SE)
Total amount 0.25L
Coolant system capacity:
(including all routes)1.6L
Air filter:Wet type element.
Fuel:
Recommended fuel REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity 10.9L
Carburetor:
Type / quantity TK5SE x 1
Manufacturer TK
Spark plug:
Type / Manufacturer DR8EA / NGK
Spark plug gap 0.6—0.7 mm
Clutch type:Dry, centrifugal automatic
Transmission:
Primary reduction system Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio 40/15 (2.666)
Secondary reduction system Helical gear
Secondary reduction ratio 37/12 (3.083)
Transmission type V-belt automatic
Operation Centrifugal automatic typeChassis:
Frame type Steel tube underbone
Caster angle ((degree)) 26°
Trail 90 mm
Tires:
Front:
Type Tubeless
Size 120/80-14 58P
Manufacturer / Model MICHELIN / PILOT CITY TL
Rear:
Type Tubeless
Size 150/70-14 66P
Manufacturer / Model MICHELIN / PILOT CITY TL
Maximum load * 202 Kg
Air pressure (cold tire):
Up to 90 kg load*
Front 180 kpa (1.8 kgf/cm
2, 1.8 Bar)
Rear 190 kpa (1.9 kgf/cm2, 1.9 Bar)
90 kg load — 160 kg load *
Front 180 kpa (1.8 kgf/cm
2, 1.8 Bar)
Rear 200 kpa (2.0 kgf/cm2, 2.0 Bar)
160 kg load — maximum
load *
Front 190 kpa (1.9 kgf/cm
2, 1.9 Bar)
Rear 220 kpa (2.2 kgf/cm2, 2.2 Bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories.
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