2007 YAMAHA TMAX Owners Manual

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Handlebar switches
LeftRight
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Pass switch “PASS”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
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Dimmer switch “/”
Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch “/”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “”. When re-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.
1. Pass switch “”
2. Dimmer switch “/”
3. Turn signal switch “/”
4. Horn switch “”
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1. Engine stop switch “/”
2. Hazard switch “”
3. Start switch “”123

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The engine trouble warning light will
come on when the key is turned to “ON”
and the start switch is pushed, but this
does not indicate 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.
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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.
1. Front brake lever
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1. Rear brake lever
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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.
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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.
1. Rear brake lock lever
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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 remove the fuel tank cap
1. Open the lid by pulling 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.
To install the fuel tank cap
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-

1. Lid
2. Opening lever
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1. Fuel tank cap
1. Match marks
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move it.
3. Close the lid.
WARNING

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Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed and locked in
place 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, sincefuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
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.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
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Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
14.0 L (3.70 US gal) (3.08 Imp.gal)

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Catalytic converter
This model is equipped with a catalytic
converter 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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Seat
To open the seat
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Insert the key into the main switch,
and then turn it counterclockwise
to “OPEN”.
NOTE:

Do not push inward when turning the
key.
3. Fold the seat up.
To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then push
it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key from the main
switch if the scooter will be left un-
attended.
NOTE:

Make sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
1. Open.
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Adjusting the rider backrest
The rider backrest can be adjusted to
the three different positions shown.
Adjust the backrest as follows.
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-14.)
2. Remove the backrest bolts.3. Slide the backrest forward or back-
ward to the desired position.
4. Install and securely tighten the
backrest bolts.
5. Close the seat.
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Helmet holder
The helmet holder is located under the
seat. A helmet holding cable is provid-
ed beside the owner’s tool kit to secure
a helmet to the helmet holder.
To secure a helmet to the helmet
holder
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-14.)
2. Pass the helmet holding cable
through the buckle on the helmet
strap as shown, and then hook the
cable loop over the helmet holder.
3. Securely close the seat.
1. Rider backrest
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1. Rider backrest
2. Bolt
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1. Helmet holder
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WARNING

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Never ride with a helmet attached to
the helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of con-
trol and possibly an accident.
To release the helmet from the hel-
met holder
Open the seat, remove the helmet
holding cable from the helmet holder
and the helmet, and then close the
seat.
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Storage compartments
Front storage compartment
To open the front storage compart-
ment, slide the lever up, and then pull
on the lever.
To close the front storage compart-
ment, push the lid into the original posi-
tion.
WARNING

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Do not store heavy items in this
compartment.Rear storage compartment
A helmet can be stored in the rear stor-
age compartment under the seat. (See
page 3-14.) To store a helmet in the
rear storage compartment, place the
helmet upside-down with the front fac-
ing forward.
NOTE:


Some helmets cannot be stored in
the rear storage compartment be-
cause of their size or shape.

Do not leave your scooter unat-
tended with the seat open.
CAUTION:

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Keep the following points in mind
1. Storage compartment opening lever
2. Lid
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1. Rear storage compartment
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