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 bottle-
brush for hard-to-reach areas. Stub-
born 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
corrosive 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.
ECA10790
CAUTION
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, surfa-
ces to prevent corrosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the scooter with a chamois or
an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally indu-
ced discoloring of stainless-steel
exhaust systems can be removed
through polishing.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal, inclu-
ding chrome- and nickel-plated,
surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clea-
ner to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the scooter dry completely
before storing or covering it.
EWA10940
s s
WARNING
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires. If
necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, and wash the tires
with warm water and a mild
detergent.
Before operating the scooter
test its braking performance
and cornering behavior.
ECA10800
CAUTION
Apply spray oil and wax spa-
ringly and make sure to wipe
off any excess.
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
7
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7-2
5XL-F8199-E3.qxd 19/09/2005 16:26 Página 55
NOTE:
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice
on what products to use.
EAU26300
Storage
Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
ECA10820
CAUTION
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 seve-
ral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.2. Drain the carburetor float cham-
ber by loosening the drain bolt;
this will prevent fuel deposits
from building up. Pour the drai-
ned 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.
EWA10950
s s
WARNING
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. Alter-
natively, turn the wheels a little
every month in order to prevent
the tires from becoming degra-
ded in one spot.
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 pla-
ce [less than 0 °C (30 °F) or more
than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more
7
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7-3
5XL-F8199-E3.qxd 19/09/2005 16:26 Página 56
DimensionsOverall length
2030 m
Overall width
745 mm
Overall height
1285 mm
Seat height
774 mm
Wheelbase
1480 mm
Ground clearance
102 mm
Minimum turning radius
102 mm
WeightWith oil and fuel
142 kg
EngineEngine type
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement
124.1 cm
3
175.6 cm3
Bore x stroke
53.7 x 54.8 mm
62.2 x 57.8 mm
Compression ratio
11 : 1
11 : 1
Starting system
Electric starterLubrication system
Wet sump
Engine oilType
SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 SE type
Engine oil quantityPeriodic oil change
1.30 L
Transmission oilType
YAMALUBE 4 (10W30) or SAE10W30
type SE motor oil
Cooling systemCoolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark)
0.60 L
Air filterAir filter element
Dry element
FuelRecommended fuel
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity
10.5 L
CarburetorManufacturer
TEIKEI
Type x quantity
TK28 x 1
TK28 x 1
Spark plug (s)Manufacturer/model
NGK/CR8ESpark plug gap
0.7-0.8 mm
ClutchClutch type
Dry, centrifugal automatic
TransmissionPrimary reduction system
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio
40/15 (2.666)
Secondary reduction system
Helical gear
Secondary reduction ratio
44/12 (3.666)
Transmission type
V-belt automatic
ChassisFrame type
Steel tube underbone
Caster angle
28.00 degree
Trail
104.0 mm
Front tireType
Tubeless
Size
120/70-12 47L
Manufacturer/model
MICHELIN
CHENG SHIN
PIRELLI
8
SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
5XL-F8199-E3.qxd 19/09/2005 16:26 Página 58
AAcceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Adjusting the brake lever free play ..........6-15
Adjusting the carburetor ..........................6-12
Adjusting the rear shock absorber
assemblies ...............................................3-8
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................................6-11
BBattery......................................................6-18
Battery voltage/fuel gauge .........................3-3
Braking .......................................................5-2
CCare............................................................7-1
Clock ..........................................................3-4
Controls and Instruments ..........................2-3
Coolant.....................................................6-10
Changing the brake fluid..........................6-16
Checking and lubricating the cables .......6-16
Checking and lubricating the centerstand
and sidestand ........................................6-17
Checking the brake fluid level .................6-15
Checking the front and rear brake pads..6-15
Checking the front fork ............................6-17
Checking the spark plug ............................6-6
Checking the steering ..............................6-17
Checking the throttle cable free play.......6-12
Checking the wheel bearings ..................6-18
EEngine oil ...................................................6-7
FFinal gear oil...............................................6-9
Front brake lever ........................................3-5
Front storage compartment .......................3-7Fuel ............................................................3-6
Fuel tank cap .............................................3-6
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-4
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Indicator lights ...........................................3-1
LLeft view .....................................................2-1
MMain switch ................................................3-1
Model label ................................................9-2
OOwner’s tool kit ..........................................6-1
PParking .......................................................5-3
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .........................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
RRear brake lever .........................................3-6
Removing and installing cowlings and
panels ......................................................6-5
Replacing a front turn signal light bulb....6-21
Replacing the fuse ...................................6-20
Replacing the headlight bulb or a front
turn signal light bulb ..............................6-20
Replacing the license plate light bulb......6-21
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb or a
rear turn signal light bulb.......................6-22
Right view ..................................................2-2
SSeat ............................................................3-7
Sidestand ...................................................3-8Sidestand switch operation check ............3-9
Speedometer unit ......................................3-3
Starting a cold engine ................................5-1
Starting off .................................................5-2
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartment ................................3-7
TTires .........................................................6-13
Troubleshooting .......................................6-23
Troubleshooting chart ..............................6-24
INDEX
5XL-F8199-E3.qxd 19/09/2005 16:26 Página 62