2006 YAMAHA XMAX 250 tires

SAFETY INFORMATION.....................1-1
Further safe-riding points .................1-4
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments .................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS........................................3-1
Immobilizer system ...........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-2
Indicators, indicator lights and
warning light ..................................3-3
Fuel gauge ........................................3-4
Coolant temperature gauge..............3-5
Speedometer ....................................3-5
Multi-function display .......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................3-8
Handlebar switches ..........................3-9
Front brake lever.............................3-10
Rear brake lever..............................3-10
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-11
Fuel .................................................3-12
Catalytic converter..........................3-13
Seat.................................................3-13
Front storage compartment............3-14
Storage compartment.....................3-14
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies...................................3-15
Sidestand ........................................3-16
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-17PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............4-1
Pre-operation check list....................4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................5-1
Starting a cold engine ......................5-1
Starting off ........................................5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ..........5-2
Braking..............................................5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption..5-3
Engine break-in.................................5-3
Parking ..............................................5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR...................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ..............................................6-3
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .....................................6-6
Checking the spark plug ..................6-7
Engine oil ..........................................6-8
Final transmission oil ......................6-10
Coolant ...........................................6-11
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ......................................6-12
Adjusting the carburetor .................6-14
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ..6-14
Valve clearance ...............................6-15
Tires ................................................6-15
Cast wheels ....................................6-17
Front and rear brake lever free play ..6-17Checking the front and rear brake
pads.............................................6-18
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-19
Changing the brake fluid ................6-20
Checking and lubricating the throttle
grip and cable .............................6-20
Lubricating the front and rear brake
levers ...........................................6-20
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand .........6-21
Checking the front fork ...................6-21
Checking the steering.....................6-22
Checking the wheel bearings .........6-22
Battery ............................................6-23
Replacing the fuses ........................6-24
Replacing a headlight bulb .............6-25
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb .............................................6-26
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb or a
rear turn signal light bulb ............6-27
Replacing the license plate light bulb..6-27
Replacing the auxiliary light bulb ...6-28
Troubleshooting ..............................6-28
Troubleshooting charts ...................6-29
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE.....7-1
Care ..................................................7-1
Storage .............................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS...............................8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION.............9-1
Identification numbers ......................9-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
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Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Fuel• Refuel if necessary. 3-11, 3-12
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check oil level in engine.
Engine oil• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 6-8
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
Final transmission oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-10
• Check coolant level in reservoir.
Coolant• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-11
• Check cooling system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Front brake• Replace if necessary. 3-10, 6-17, 6-18, 6-19
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Rear brake• Replace if necessary. 3-10, 6-17, 6-18, 6-19
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Throttle grip• Check cable free play.
6-14, 6-20
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play
and lubricate cable and grip housing.
• Check for damage.
Wheels and tires• Check tire condition and tread depth.
6-15, 6-17
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
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ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km) ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB CHECK
110203040
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.
•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 properly
tightened.√√√√ √
14Sidestand, centerstand•Check operation.
•Lubricate.√√√√ √
15 *Sidestand switch•Check operation.√√ √ √√ √
16 *Front fork•Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
17 *Shock absorber
assemblies•Check operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.√√√√
18 *Carburetor•Adjust engine idling speed.√√ √ √√ √
•Change. (See page 6-8.)√When the oil change indicator light comes
19Engine oilon (every 3000 km)
•Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. Every 3000 km√
20 *Cooling system•Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.√√√√ √
•Change. Every 3 years
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3. To increase the throttle cable free
play, turn the adjusting nut in
direction (a). To decrease the
throttle cable free play, turn the
adjusting nut in direction (b).
4. Tighten the locknut.
5. Install the cowling.
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Valve clearance
The valve clearance changes with
use, resulting in improper air-fuel mix-
ture and/or engine noise. To prevent
this from occurring, the valve clearan-
ce must be adjusted by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
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Tires
To maximize the performance, durabi-
lity, and safe operation of your
motorcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be chec-
ked and, if necessary, adjusted befo-
re each ride.
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WARNING
The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperatu-
re of the tires equals the
ambient temperature).
The tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with
ZAUM0053
(a)
(b)
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the riding speed and with the
total weight of rider, passenger,
cargo, and accessories appro-
ved for this model.
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WARNING
Because loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking,
performance and safety characte-
ristics of your vehicle, you should
keep the following precautions in
mind.
NEVER OVERLOAD THE VEHI-
CLE! Operation of an overloa-
ded vehicle 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 pac-
ked items, which can shift
during a ride.
Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
vehicle 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.
1. Tire tread depth
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 Yama-
ha dealer replace the tire immediately.
NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always
comply with the local regulations.
Minimum tire tread depth (front
and rear):
1.6 mm (0.06 in)
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ZAUM0054
Tire air pressure (measured on
cold tires):
Up to 90 kg (198 lb):
Front:
190 kPa (27.02 psi) (1.9 kgf/cm
2)
Rear:
220 kPa (31.29 psi) (2.2 kgf/cm
2)
90 kg (198 lb) to maximum load:
Front:
210 kPa (29.86 psi) (2.1 kgf/cm
2)
Rear:
250 kPa (35.55 psi) (2.5 kgf/cm
2)
Maximum load*:
181 kg (399.1 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger,
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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
Front
Rear
Front tire:
Size:
120/70 - 15 56S
Manufacturer/model:
Michelin / GoldStandard
Rear tire:
Size:
140/70 - 14 68S
Manufacturer/model:
Michelin / GoldStandard
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
information on storing the bat-
tery, see page 6-23.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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