2005 YAMAHA XMAX 250 brake

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WARNING
Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer
regarding any control or func-
tion that you do not thoroughly
understand.
Never start the engine or ope-
rate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of cons-
ciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
For safety, always start the
engine with the centerstand
down.
When the centerstand is down
and the engine is idling, keep
your hands and feet away from
the rear wheel.
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CAUTION
See page 5-3 for engine break-in
instructions prior to operating the
vehicle for the first time.
1. Turn the key to “f”.
2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the
front or rear brake.
NOTE:
If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting attempt
should be as short as possible to pre-
serve the battery. Do not crank theengine more than 10 seconds on any
one attempt.
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CAUTION
For maximum engine life, never
accelerate hard when the engine is
cold!
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Starting off
NOTE:
Before starting off, allow the engine to
warm up.
1. Grab bar
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1. While pulling the rear brake lever
with your left hand and holding
the grab bar with your right hand,
push the scooter off the centers-
tand.
2. Sit astride the seat, and then
adjust the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signal on.
4. Check for oncoming traffic, and
then slowly turn the throttle grip
(on the right) in order to take off.
5. Switch the turn signal off.
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Acceleration and
deceleration
The speed can be adjusted by ope-
ning and closing the throttle. To incre-ase the speed, turn the throttle grip in
direction (a). To reduce the speed,
turn the throttle grip in direction (b).
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Braking
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually
increasing the pressure.
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WARNING
Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over
to one side), otherwise the sco-
oter may skid or overturn.
Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road cons-
truction sites, and manholecovers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slow
down when approaching such
areas and cross them with cau-
tion.
Keep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more difficult.
Ride slowly down a hill, as bra-
king downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follo-
wing tips to reduce fuel consumption:
Avoid high engine speeds during
acceleration.
Avoid high engine speeds with no
load on the engine.
Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time (e.g., in traffic jams, at
traffic lights or at railroad cros-
sings).
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
NOTE:
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed
instead.
From 50000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km.
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and
technical skills.
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ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km) ANNUAL
CHECK
NoITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1 10 20 30 40
1*Fuel line• Check fuel and vacuum hoses for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
• Check condition.
2Spark plug• Clean and regap.√√• Replace.√√
3*Valves• Check valve clearance.
• Adjust.√√
4Air filter element• Replace.√√
5*V-belt case air • Clean.√√filter elements• Replace.√√
6*Front brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.√√ √ √√ √• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
7*Rear brake• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.√√ √ √√ √
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
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CHECK
NoITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1 10 20 30 40
8*Brake hose• Check for cracks or damage.√√√√ √• Replace. Every 4 years
9*Wheels• Check runout and for damage.√√√√
• Check tread depth and for damage.
10 *Tires• Replace if necessary.
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• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
11 *Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
12 *Steering bearings• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.√√ √ √√• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 20000 km
13 *Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are
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properly tightened.
14Sidestand, centerstand• Check operation.
• Lubricate.√√√√ √
15 *Sidestand switch• Check operation.√√ √ √√ √
16 *Front fork• Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
17 *Shock absorber
• Check operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.√√√√
assemblies
18 *Carburetor• Adjust engine idling speed.√√ √ √√ √
• Change. (See page 3-6.)√When the oil change
19Engine oilindicator light comes on (every 3000 km)• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. Every 3000 km√
20 *Engine oil strainer• Clean.√
21 *Cooling system• Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.√√√√ √
• Change. Every 3 years
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ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km) ANNUAL
CHECK
NoITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1 10 20 30 40
22Final transmission oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage.√√ √• Change.√√√
23 *V-belt• Replace. Every 20000 km
24 *Front and rear brake
• Check operation.√√ √ √√ √
switches
25Moving parts and cables• Lubricate.√√√√ √
Throttle grip housing• Check operation and free play.
26 *
and cable• Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.√√√√ √
• Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.
27 *Muffler and exhaust pipe• Check the screw clamp for looseness.√√ √ √√
28 *Lights, signals • Check operation.
and switches• Adjust headlight beam.√√ √ √√ √
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NOTE:
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and caliper, and change the bra-
ke fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with
tubeless tires.
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WARNING
Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
vehicle with excessively worn
tires decreases riding stability
and can lead to loss of control.
The replacement of all wheel
and brake related parts, inclu-
ding the tires, should be left to
a Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional know-
ledge and experience.
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Cast wheels
To maximize the performance, durabi-
lity, and safe operation of your
motorcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be chec-
ked for cracks, bends or warpage
before each ride. If any damage
is found, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair
to the wheel. A deformed or crac-
ked wheel must be replaced.
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced.
An unbalanced wheel can result
in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be “broken in” for
it to develop its optimal characte-
ristics.
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Front and rear brake lever
free play
There should be no free play at the
brake lever ends. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
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Checking the front and rear
brake pads
The front and rear brake pads must
be checked for wear at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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Front brake pads
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Front tire:
Size:
120/70-15 56S
Manufacturer/model:
Michelin Gold Standard
Rear tire:
Size:
140/70-14 68S
Manufacturer/model:
Michelin Gold Standard
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Check each front brake pad for
damage and measure the lining thick-
ness. If a brake pad is damaged or if
the lining thickness is less than 4,0
mm (0,16 in), have a Yamaha dealer
replace the brake pads as a set.
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Rear brake pads
The rear brake is provided with a
check plug, which, if it is removed,
allows you to check the brake pad
wear without disassembling the bra-
ke. To check the brake pad wear,
check the position of the wear indica-
tor while applying the brake. If a bra-
ke pad has worn to the point that thewear indicator almost touches the
brake disc, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the brake pads as a set.
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Checking the brake fluid
level
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air
to enter the brake system, possibly
causing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake
fluid is above the minimum level mark
and replenish if necessary. A low bra-
ke fluid level may indicate worn brake
pads and/or brake system leakage. If
the brake fluid level is low, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and
the brake system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:
When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the bra-
ke fluid reservoir is level.
Use only the recommended qua-
lity brake fluid, otherwise the rub-
ber seals may deteriorate, cau-
sing leakage and poor braking
performance.
Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performan-
ce.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
MAX
MIN
MAX
MIN
11
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Be careful that water does not
enter the brake fluid reservoir
when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in vapor
lock.
Brake fluid may deteriorate pain-
ted surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to
gradually go down. However, if
the brake fluid level goes down
suddenly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
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Changing the brake fluid
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. In addition, have the brake
hose replaced every four years or
whenever it is damaged or leaking.
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Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable
The operation of the throttle grip
should be checked before each ride.
In addition, the cable should be lubri-
cated at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance chart.
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Lubricating the front and
rear brake levers
The pivoting points of the front and
rear brake levers must be lubricated
at the intervals specified in the perio-
dic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
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Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand
The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-
to-metal contact surfaces should be
lubricated if necessary.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-
purpose grease)
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