2007 YAMAHA MAJESTY 400 warning

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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leased, the switch returns to the center
position. To cancel the turn signal
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position.

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Horn switch “”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Engine stop switch “/”
Set this switch to “” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
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Start switch “”
With the sidestand up, push this switch
while applying the front or rear brake to
crank the engine with the starter.
CAUTION:

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See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
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(for ABS models)
The engine trouble warning light and
ABS warning light will come on when
the key is turned to “ON” and the start
switch is pushed, but this does not indi-
cate a malfunction.
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Hazard switch “”
With the key in the “ON” or “” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all
turn signal lights).
The hazard lights are used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your vehicle is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.
CAUTION:

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Do not use the hazard lights for an
extended length of time with the en-
gine not running, otherwise the bat-
tery may discharge.
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Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull this lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
1. Front brake lever
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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 handle-
bar grip.
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Rear brake lock lever
This vehicle is equipped with a rear
brake lock lever to prevent the rear
wheel from moving while stopped at
traffic signals, railroad crossings, etc.
To lock the rear wheel
Push the rear brake lock lever to the left
until it snaps into place.
To unlock the rear wheel
Push the rear brake lock lever back to
the original position.
NOTE:


Be sure to check that the rear
wheel does not move when therear brake lock lever is applied.

To provide secure locking of the
rear wheel, apply the rear brake le-
ver first before moving the rear
brake lock lever to the left.
WARNING

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Never move the rear brake lock lever
to the left while the vehicle is mov-
ing, otherwise loss of control or an
accident may result. Make sure that
the vehicle is stopped before mov-
ing the rear brake lock lever to the
left.
1. Rear brake lever
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1. Rear brake lock lever
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ABS (for ABS models)
The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) features a dual electronic con-
trol system, which acts on the front and
rear brakes independently. The ABS
securely controls wheel lockup during
emergency braking on changing road
surfaces and under various weather
conditions, thereby maximizing tire ad-
hesion and performance while provid-
ing a smooth braking action. The ABS
is monitored by an ECU (Electronic
Control Unit), which will have recourse
to manual braking if a malfunction oc-
curs.
WARNING

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The ABS performs best on long
braking distances.

On certain (rough or gravel)
roads, the braking distance may
be longer with than without the
ABS. Therefore, always keep a
sufficient distance to the vehi-
cle ahead to match the riding
speed.
NOTE:


When the ABS is activated, the
brakes are operated in the usual
way. A pulsating action may be felt
at the brake levers, but this does
not indicate a malfunction.

This ABS has a test mode which
allows the owner to experience the
pulsating at the brake levers when
the ABS is operating. However,
special tools are required, so
please consult your Yamaha deal-
er when performing this test.
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Fuel tank cap
To open the fuel tank cap
1. Open the lid by sliding the lever
forward, and then pull the lever up.
2. Insert the key into the lock and turn
it clockwise. The lock will be re-
leased and the fuel tank cap can
be removed.
1. Lid
2. Opening lever
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1. Align the match marks, insert the
fuel tank cap into the tank opening,
and then push down on the cap.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then re-move it.
3. Close the lid.
WARNING

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Be sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed and locked before
riding the scooter.
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Fuel
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
WARNING

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Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.

Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-
gine.
CAUTION:

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Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
1. Fuel tank cap
1. Match marks
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1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
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es or plastic parts.
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CAUTION:

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Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,
as well as to the exhaust system.
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use regular unleaded gaso-
line with a research octane number of
91 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-
curs, use a gasoline of a different brand
or premium unleaded fuel. Use of un-
leaded fuel will extend spark plug life
and reduce maintenance costs.
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Catalytic converter
This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
WARNING

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The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down before do-
ing any maintenance work.
CAUTION:

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The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.

Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.

Never park the vehicle near pos-
sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.

Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
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Seats
Rider seat
To open the rider seat
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Insert the key into the main switch,
and then turn it counterclockwise.

Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
14.0 L (3.70 US gal) (3.08 Imp.gal)
1. Rider seat
2. Passenger seat
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and then remove it.
Front storage compartment B
To open the storage compartment,
slide the lever up, and then pull on the
lever.To close the storage compartment,
push the lid into the original position.
WARNING

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Do not store heavy items in this
compartment.
Rear storage compartment
Two helmets can be stored in the stor-
age compartment under the seats.
(See page 3-14.)
CAUTION:

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Keep the following points in mind
when using the storage compart-
ment.

Since the storage compartment
accumulates heat when ex-
posed to the sun, do not store
anything susceptible to heat in-
side it.

To avoid humidity from spread-
ing through the storage com-
partment, wrap wet articles in a
plastic bag before storing them
in the compartment.

Since the storage compartment
may get wet while the scooter is
1. Lock.
2. Lid
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1. Storage compartment opening lever
2. Lid
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1. Rider seat
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9being washed, wrap any articles
stored in the compartment in a
plastic bag.


Do not keep anything valuable
or breakable in the storage com-
partment.
CAUTION:

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Do not leave the rider seat open for
an extended period of time, other-
wise the light may cause the battery
to discharge.
WARNING

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Do not exceed the following loading
limits:

Front storage compartment A:
2 kg (4 lb)

Rear storage compartment: 5 kg
(11 lb)

Maximum load for the vehicle:
YP400 189 kg (417 lb)/YP400A
185 kg (408 lb)
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Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies
Each shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring.
CAUTION:

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Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum or
minimum settings.
WARNING

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Always adjust both shock absorber
assemblies equally, otherwise poorhandling and loss of stability may
result.
Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring on each shock ab-
sorber assembly in direction (a). To de-
crease the spring preload and thereby
soften the suspension, turn the adjust-
ing ring on each shock absorber as-
sembly in direction (b).
NOTE:


Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position in-
dicator on the shock absorber.

Use the spring preload adjusting
tool included in the owner’s tool kit
to make this adjustment.
1. Spring preload adjusting ring
2. Position indicator
3. Spring preload adjusting tool
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Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
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Standard:
2
Maximum (hard):
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Sidestand
The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.
NOTE:

The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
cuts the ignition in certain situations.
(See further down for an explanation of
the ignition circuit cut-off system.)
WARNING

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The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side-
stand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off
system has been designed to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of raising the sidestand be-
fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly as described
below and have a Yamaha dealer re-pair it if it does not function proper-
ly.
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Ignition circuit cut-off system
The ignition circuit cut-off system (com-
prising the sidestand switch and brake
light switches) has the following func-
tions.

It prevents starting when the side-
stand is up, but neither brake is ap-
plied.

It prevents starting when either
brake is applied, but the sidestand
is still down.

It cuts the running engine when the
sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.
WARNING

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If a malfunction is noted, have a
Yamaha dealer check the system be-
fore riding.