2005 YAMAHA MAJESTY 400 engine

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CAUTION:

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If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
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Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
WARNING

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Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.

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Troubleshooting charts
Starting problems or poor engine
performance
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Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.

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9Engine overheating
WARNING

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Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.

After removing the radiator cap retaining bolt, place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then
slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing
sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
NOTE:

If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant
as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See NOTE.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.

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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
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Care
While the open design of a scooter re-
veals the attractiveness of the technol-
ogy, 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. Fre-
quent 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 in-
stalled.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and abrush, but never apply such prod-
ucts onto seals, gaskets and wheel
axles. Always rinse the dirt and de-
greaser off with water.
Cleaning
CAUTION:

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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 af-
fected area any longer than in-
structed. Also, thoroughly rinse
the area off with water, immedi-
ately dry it, and then apply a cor-
rosion 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.

Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been incontact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.

Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm 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 com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
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Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
NOTE:

Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
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Storage
Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool, dry
place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
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Storing the scooter in a poorly
ventilated room or covering it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water and humidity to
seep in and cause rust.

To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your scooter for several
months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.3. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect 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 spark-
ing 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.

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SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:
Overall length:
2230 mm (87.8 in)
Overall width:
780 mm (30.7 in)
Overall height:
1380 mm (54.3 in)
Seat height:
750 mm (29.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1565 mm (61.6 in)
Ground clearance:
120 mm (4.72 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2600 mm (102.4 in)
Weight:
With oil and fuel:
214.0 kg (472 lb)
Engine:
Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
394.9 cm
3

(24.10 cu.in)
Bore
×
stroke:
83.0
×
73.0 mm (3.27
×
2.87 in)
Compression ratio:
10.60 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump

Engine oil:
Type:
SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 or SAE15W40
or SAE20W40 or SAE20W50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replacement:
1.50 L (1.59 US qt) (1.32 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement:
1.70 L (1.80 US qt) (1.50 Imp.qt)
Final transmission oil:
Type:
SAE10W30 type SE motor oil
Quantity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt) (0.22 Imp.qt)
Cooling system:
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark):
0.32 L (0.34 US qt) (0.28 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.57 L (1.66 US qt) (1.38 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
14.0 L (3.70 US gal) (3.08 Imp.gal)
Electronic fuel injection:
Manufacturer:
AISAN
Model:
1100-87C00-A
Spark plug(s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR7E
Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:
Dry, centrifugal automatic
Transmission:
Primary reduction system:
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio:
31/14 (2.214)
Secondary reduction system:
Helical gear
Secondary reduction ratio:
42/16 (2.625)
Transmission type:
V-belt automatic
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10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:
Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55.0 W
×
2
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W
×
2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 21.0 W
×
2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W
×
2
Licence plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W
×
1
Meter lighting:
12 V, 2.0 W
×
3
High beam indicator light:
12 V, 1.4 W
×
1
Turn signal indicator light:
12 V, 1.4 W
×
2
Engine trouble warning light:
12 V, 1.4 W
×
1
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED

Fuses:
Main fuse:
40.0 A
Headlight fuse:
25.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
10.0 A
Hazard fuse:
10.0 A
Electronic fuel injection fuse:
10.0 A
Backup fuse:
10.0 A

INDEX
A
Acceleration and deceleration................... 5-2
Air filter elements and check hoses and
V-belt case air filter element ................. 6-18
Anti-theft alarm (optional).......................... 3-9
B
Battery..................................................... 6-30
Brake fluid, changing .............................. 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking ...................... 6-25
Brake lever, front..................................... 3-11
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 3-11
Brake levers, lubricating.......................... 6-27
Braking ...................................................... 5-2
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ............ 6-27
Care .......................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converter .................................. 3-14
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ...................................... 6-28
Coolant.................................................... 6-16
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing.................................................. 6-6
D
Dimmer switch ........................................ 3-10
E
Engine break-in ......................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element ............... 6-12
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-10
Engine trouble warning light...................... 3-4
F
Final transmission oil .............................. 6-15
Front and rear brake lever free play........ 6-24
Front and rear brake pads, checking ...... 6-25
Front fork, checking ................................ 6-28Fuel ..........................................................3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...........5-3
Fuel tank cap ...........................................3-12
Fuses, replacing ......................................6-31
H
Handlebar switches ...................................3-9
Hazard switch ..........................................3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-33
High beam indicator light ...........................3-3
Horn switch ..............................................3-10
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Identification numbers................................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ...................3-18
Immobilizer system ....................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ..............3-4
Indicator and warning lights .......................3-3
K
Key identification number ..........................9-1
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-36
M
Main switch/steering lock ...........................3-2
Model label ................................................9-2
Multi-function display .................................3-5
P
Parking.......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-10
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ........................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
R
Rear brake lock lever ...............................3-11
Rear brake lock lever cable, adjusting .....6-24Rider seat, adjusting................................ 3-15
S
Safe-riding points ...................................... 1-4
Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seats ....................................................... 3-14
Sidestand ................................................ 3-18
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-10
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Speedometer ............................................. 3-4
Starting off ................................................. 5-2
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-10
Steering, checking ................................... 6-29
Storage ...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments ............................ 3-16
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Tachometer ............................................... 3-5
Tail/brake light ......................................... 6-33
Throttle cable free play, checking............ 6-20
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating .............................................. 6-27
Tires ........................................................ 6-21
Tool kit ....................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting....................................... 6-36
Troubleshooting charts ............................ 6-37
Turn signal indicator lights......................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb (front) or auxiliary
light bulb, replacing ............................... 6-34
Turn signal light bulb (rear), replacing ..... 6-35
Turn signal switch.................................... 3-10
V
Valve clearance ....................................... 6-21
Vehicle identification number .................... 9-1