SAFETY INFORMATION.....................1-1
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments .................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS........................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-1
Indicator lights ..................................3-1
Speedometer unit .............................3-2
Fuel gauge ........................................3-3
Clock .................................................3-3
Handlebar switches ..........................3-3
Front brake lever...............................3-4
Rear brake lever................................3-4
Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil tank
caps ...............................................3-4
Fuel ...................................................3-5
2-stroke engine oil ............................3-5
Kickstarter.........................................3-6
Seat...................................................3-6
Storage compartment.......................3-6
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............4-1
Pre-operation check list....................4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................5-1
Starting a cold engine ......................5-1Starting off ........................................5-1
Acceleration and deceleration ..........5-2
Braking..............................................5-2
Engine break-in.................................5-2
Parking ..............................................5-2
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR...................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart ............................6-2
Checking the spark plug ..................6-5
Final transmission oil ........................6-6
Coolant (only for liquid-cooled
models) ..........................................6-6
Cleaning the air filter element ...........6-8
Adjusting the carburetor ...................6-9
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ................................................6-9
Tires ..................................................6-9
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ..............................................6-11
Adjusting the rear brake lever free
play ..............................................6-11
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ..................6-12
Checking the front brake fluid
level .............................................6-13
Changing the brake fluid ................6-13
Checking and lubricating the
cables ..........................................6-13Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable .................6-14
Adjusting the Autolube pump .........6-14
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .................................6-14
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand .................................6-14
Checking the front fork ...................6-15
Checking the steering.....................6-15
Checking the wheel bearings .........6-15
Replacing the headlight bulb or a
front turn signal light bulb ...........6-16
Replacing a turn signal light bulb
or the tail/brake light bulb ...........6-16
Replacing the license plate light
bulb .............................................6-17
Battery ............................................6-17
Replacing the fuse ..........................6-18
Troubleshooting ..............................6-19
Troubleshooting chart .....................6-20
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE.....7-1
Care ..................................................7-1
Storage .............................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS...............................8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION.............9-1
Identification numbers ......................9-1
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Cargo and accessory weight
should be kept as low and close
to the scooter as possible. Make
sure to distribute the weight as
evenly as possible on both sides
of the scooter to minimize imba-
lance or instability.
Shifting weights can create a sud-
den imbalance. Make sure that
accessories and cargo are secu-
rely attached to the scooter before
riding. Check accessory mounts
and cargo restraints frequently.
Never attach any large or heavy
items to the handlebar, front fork,
or front fender. Such items can
create unstable handling or a
slow steering response.
Accessories
Genuine Yamaha accessories have
been specifically designed for use on
this scooter. Since Yamaha cannot
test all other accessories that may be
available, you must personally be res-
ponsible for the proper selection, ins-
tallation and use of non-Yamaha
accessories. Use extreme caution
when selecting and installing any
accessories.Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Loa-
ding” when mounting accessories.
Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the per-
formance of your scooter. Care-
fully inspect the accessory befo-
re using it to make sure that it
does not in any way reduce
ground clearance or cornering
clearance, limit suspension tra-
vel, steering travel or control ope-
ration, or obscure lights or reflec-
tors.
• Accessories fitted to the hand-
lebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to impro-
per weight distribution or
aerodynamic changes. If
accessories are added to the
handlebar or front fork area,
they must be as lightweight as
possible and should be kept to
a minimum.
• Bulky or large accessories may
seriously affect the stability of
the scooter due to aerodyna-
mic effects. Wind may attempt
to lift the scooter, or the scoo-ter may become unstable in
cross winds. These accesso-
ries may also cause instability
when passing or being passed
by large vehicles.
• Certain accessories can dis-
place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the fre-
edom of movement of the ope-
rator and may limit control abi-
lity, therefore, such
accessories are not recom-
mended.
Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical
accessories exceed the capacity
of the scooter’s electrical system
an electric failure could result,
which could cause a dangerous
loss of lights or engine power.
Gasoline and exhaust gas
GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMA-
BLE:
• Always turn the engine off
when refueling.
• Take care not to spill any gaso-
line on the engine or exhaust
system when refueling.
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• Never refuel while smoking or
in the vicinity of an open flame.
Never start the engine or let it run
for any length of time in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poi-
sonous and may cause loss of
consciousness and death within
a short time. Always operate your
scooter in an area that has ade-
quate ventilation.
Always turn the engine off before
leaving the scooter unattended
and remove the key from the
main switch. When parking the
scooter, note the following:
• The engine and exhaust sys-
tem may be hot, therefore,
park the scooter in a place
where pedestrians or children
are not likely to touch these hot
areas.
• Do not park the scooter on a
slope or soft ground, otherwise
it may fall over.
• Do not park the scooter near a
flammable source (e.g., a kero-
sene heater, or near an open
flame), otherwise it could catch
fire.
If you should swallow any gasoli-
ne, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor,
or allow gasoline to get into your
eyes, see your doctor immedia-
tely. If any gasoline spills on your
skin or clothing, immediately
wash the affected area with soap
and water and change your clot-
hes.
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Further safe-riding points
Be sure to signal clearly when
making turns.
Braking can be extremely difficult
on a wet road. Avoid hard bra-
king, because the scooter could
slide. Apply the brakes slowly
when stopping on a wet surface.
Slow down as you approach a
corner or turn. Once you have
completed a turn, accelerate
slowly.
Be careful when passing parked
cars. A driver might not see you
and open a door in your path.
Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road cons-
truction sites, and manholecovers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Slow down and
cross them with caution. Keep
the scooter upright, otherwise it
could slide out from under you.
The brake lining could get wet
when you wash the scooter. After
washing the scooter, check the
brakes before riding.
Always wear a helmet, gloves,
trousers (tapered around the cuff
and ankle so they do not flap),
and a bright colored jacket.
Do not carry too much luggage
on the scooter. An overloaded
scooter is unstable. Use a strong
cord to secure any luggage to the
carriers. A loose load will affect
the stability of the scooter and
could divert your attention from
the road.
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Right view
DESCRIPTION
2-2
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9. Wheel (Front) (page 6-9)
10. Right rear blinker (page 6-16)
11. Tail light (page 6-16)
12. Fuel tank (page 3-4)13. Storage compartment (page 3-6)
14. Battery (page 6-17)
15. Wheel (Rear) (page 6-9)
16. Coolant reservoir (page 6-7)
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Controls and instruments
DESCRIPTION
2-3
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17. Rear brake lever (page 6-11)
18. Left handlebar switch (page 3-3)
19. Speedometer (page 3-2)
20. Turn signal indicator light (page 3-1)
21. High beam light (page 3-1)
22. Oil level warning light (page 3-1)
23. Coolant temperature warning light (page 3-1)
24. "TRIP" button (page 3-2)25. Fuel gauge (page 3-3)
26. Front brake lever (page 3-4 )
27. Right handlebar switch (page 3-3)
28. Turn signal switch (page 3-3)
29. Horn switch (page 3-3)
30. Main switch (page 3-1)
31. Coolant level gauge window (page 6-7)
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EAU11030
Turn signal indicator lights “c” and
“d”
The corresponding indicator light flas-
hes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU11080
High beam indicator light “j”
This indicator light comes on when
the high beam of the headlight is swit-
ched on.
EAU11130
2-stroke engine oil level warning
light “z”
This warning light comes on when the
2-stroke engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked according to the
following procedure.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
3. If the warning light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
ECA11570
CAUTION
Do not operate the motorcycle until
you know that the 2-stroke engine
oil level is sufficient.
NOTE:
Even if the 2-stroke engine oil level is
sufficient, the warning light may flic-
ker when riding on a slope or during
sudden acceleration or deceleration,
but this is not a malfunction.
EAU11430
Coolant temperature warning light
“y”
This warning light comes on when the
engine overheats. When this occurs,
stop the engine immediately and
allow the engine to cool.
ECA10020
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
EAUM1090
Speedometer unit
1. Speedometer unit
2. Fuel gauge
3. Clock
4. Odometer (TOTAL/TRIP)
5. “TRIP” button
The speedometer unit is equipped
with a speedometer, an odometer and
a tripmeter. The speedometer shows
riding speed. The odometer shows
the total distance traveled. The trip-
meter shows the distance traveled
since it was last set to zero.
Pushing the reset button switches the
display between the odometer mode
“TOTAL” and the tripmeter mode
“TRIP”. To reset the tripmeter, enter
the “TRIP” mode, and then hold down
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the reset button for at least two
second.
The tripmeter can be used together
with the fuel gauge to estimate the
distance that can be traveled with a
full tank of fuel. This information will
enable you to plan future fuel stops.
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Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the amount
of fuel in the fuel tank. The needle
moves towards “E” (Empty) as the
fuel level decreases. When the needle
reaches “E”, refuel as soon as possi-
ble.
NOTE:
Do not allow the fuel tank to empty
itself completely.
EAUS1010
Clock
To set the clock
1. Turn the key to “f”.
2. Set the odometer/tripmeter dis-
play to “TOTAL” by pushing the
“SET” button.3. Push the “SET” button for at least
two seconds.
4. When the hours digits start flas-
hing, push the “SET” button to
set the hours.
5. Push the “SET” button for at least
two seconds and the minutes
digits will start flashing.
6. Push the “SET” button to set the
minutes.
7. Push the “SET” button for at least
two seconds to start the clock
and return to the odometer/trip-
meter mode.
NOTE:
The clock is displayed only when the
key is in the “f” position.
EAU12343
Handlebar switches
1. Horn switch
2. Turn signal switch
3. Dimmer swith
EAU12400
Dimmer switch “j/k”
Set this switch to “j” for the high
beam and to “k” for the low beam.
EAU12440
Turn signal switch “TURN”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to the right. To signal a left-
hand turn, push this switch to the left.
When released, the switch returns to
the center position. To cancel the turn
signal lights, push the switch in after it
has returned to the center position.
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Horn switch “a”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAUM1131
Start switch “g”
1. Start switch
Push this switch while applying the
front or rear brake to crank the engine
with the starter.
ECA10050
CAUTION
See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
EAU12900
Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar grip. To apply the
front brake, pull this lever toward the
handlebar grip.
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Rear brake lever
The rear brake lever is located on the
left handlebar grip. To apply the rear
brake, pull this lever toward the hand-
lebar grip.
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Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil
tank caps
1. Fuel tank cap
2. Engine oil tank cap
The fuel tank cap and the 2-stroke
engine oil tank cap are located under
the seat. (See page 3-6.)
Fuel tank cap
To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it
counterclockwise, and then pull it off.
To install the fuel tank cap, turn it
clockwise.
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