2008 YAMAHA MAJESTY 125 battery

play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the stee-
ring.EAU23290
Checking the wheel bearings
The front and rear wheel bearings
must be checked at the intervals spe-
cified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. If there is play in the
wheel hub or if the wheel does not
turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAUM1401
Battery
A poorly maintained battery will
corrode and discharge quickly. The
electrolyte level, battery lead connec-
tions and breather hose routing
should be checked before each ride
and at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the electrolyte level
1. Place the scooter on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright
position.
NOTE:
Make sure that the scooter is positio-
ned straight up when checking the
electrolyte level.
2. Remove panel B. (See page 6-6.)
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1. Battery
2. Positive battery terminal
3. Negative battery terminal
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
3. Check the electrolyte level in the
battery.
NOTE:
The electrolyte should be between
the minimum and maximum level
marks.
4. If the electrolyte is at or below the
minimum level mark, add distilled
water to raise it to the maximum
level mark.
EWA10760
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WARNING
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
sulfuric acid, which causes
severe burns. Avoid any con-
tact with skin, eyes or clothing
and always shield your eyes
when working near batteries.
In case of contact, administer
the following FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and
immediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive
hydrogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed spa-
ce.
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTE-
RIES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
ECA10610
CAUTION:
Use only distilled water, as tap
water contains minerals that are
harmful to the battery.
5. Check and, if necessary, tighten
the battery lead connections and
correct the breather hose routing.
To store the battery
1. If the scooter will not be used for
more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and
then place it in a cool, dry place.
UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVEL
1
2
12
3
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2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check the
specific gravity of the electrolyte
at least once a month and fully
charge the battery whenever
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before
installation.
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly
connected to the battery termi-
nals and that the breather hose is
properly routed, in good condi-
tion, and not obstructed.
ECA10600
CAUTION:
If the breather hose is positioned in
such a way that the frame is expo-
sed to electrolyte or gas expelled
from the battery, the frame could
suffer structural and external
damages.
EAU23630
Replacing the fuses
The main fuse box and the fuse box,
which contains the fuses for the indi-
vidual circuits, are located under
panel B. (See page 6-6.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as
follows.
1. Turn the key to “
e” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
1. Main fuse
2. Radiator fan fuse
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
ECA10640
CAUTION:
Do not use a fuse of a higher ampe-
rage rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly a
fire.
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
20 A
Radiator fan fuse:
4 A
1 2
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EAU25941
Troubleshooting charts
Starting problems or poor engine performanceEWA10840
s s
WARNING
Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system.
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.
1. FuelThere is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
Operate the electric starter.
2. CompressionThere is compression.
There is no compression.Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.
3. IgnitionWe t
DryWipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.The engine does not start.
Check the battery.Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
Operate the electric starter.
4. BatteryThe engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.The battery is good.
Check the electrolyte and battery
lead connections, and charge the
battery if necessary.The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compressoin.
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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 moreinformation on storing the bat-
tery, see page 6-24.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
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Operation
Centrifugal automatic type
ChassisFrame type
Steel tube underbone
Caster angle
28 º
Trail
104.0 mm (4.09 in)
Front tireType
Tubeless
Size
120/70 - 12 51L
Manufacturer/model
CONTINENTAL / ZIPPY 1
PIRELLI / SL26
MICHELIN / BOPPER
Rear tireType
Tubeless
Size
130/70 - 12 56L
Manufacturer/model
CONTINENTAL / ZIPPY 1
PIRELLI / SL26
MICHELIN / BOPPER
LoadingMaximum load
177 kg (390.29 lb)
Load is total weight of the equipement, dri-
ver, passenger and accessories
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires)
Loading condition
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front
190 kPa (27 psi) (1.9 kgf/cm
2)
Rear
220 kPa (31 psi) (2.2 kgf/cm
2)
Loading condition
90 kg (198 lb)–Maximum load
Front
190 kPa (27 psi) (1.9 kgf/cm
2)
Rear
240 kPa (34 psi) (2.4 kgf/cm
2)
Front wheelWheel type
Aluminium wheel
Rim size
12 x MT3.50
Rear wheelWheel type
Aluminium wheel
Rim size
12 x MT3.50
Front brakeType
Single disc brake
Operation
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid
DOT 4
Rear brakeType
Single disc brakeOperation
Left hand operation
Recommended fluid
DOT 4
Front suspensionType
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
90 mm (3.54 in)
Rear suspensionType
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
90 mm (3.54 in)
Electrical systemIgnition system
CDI
Charging system
AC magneto
BatteryManufacturer/model
GS / CB7L-B2
Voltage, capacity
12 V, 8.0 Ah
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantityHeadlight
12 V, 55.0 W x 2
Auxiliary light
12 V, 5.0 W x 2
Tail/brake light
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AAcceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................................6-14
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..........................3-5
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-31
BBattery......................................................6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-20
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-21
Brake lever, front ........................................3-6
Brake lever, rear .........................................3-6
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-22
Braking .......................................................5-2
CCables, checking and lubricating ............6-21
Carburetor,adjusting.................................6-15
Care............................................................7-1
Catalytic converter .....................................3-9
Caution, matte color ..................................7-1
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .......................................6-22
Clock ..........................................................3-4
Coolant.....................................................6-12
Coolant temperature warning light ............3-2
DDimmer switch ...........................................3-5
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-3
Engine oil ...................................................6-9
FFinal transmission oil ...............................6-11
Front and rear brake lever free play.........6-19
Front and rear brake pads, checking ......6-19Front fork, checking .................................6-23
Front Storage compartment ....................3-10
Fuel ............................................................3-8
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ..............3-9
Fuel tank cap .............................................3-7
Fuses, replacing .......................................6-26
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-5
Hazard switch ............................................3-6
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-27
High beam indicator light...........................3-2
Horn switch ................................................3-5
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-13
Indicator lights ...........................................3-2
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-31
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-1
Model label ................................................9-2
OOil change indicator ...................................3-2
PPanels, removing and installing .................6-6
Parking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................2-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .........................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
SSafe-riding points.......................................1-4
Safety information ......................................1-1
Seat ............................................................3-9
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting....3-12
Sidestand .................................................3-12
Spark plug, checking .................................6-7
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer unit ......................................3-2
Start switch ................................................3-5
Starting a cold engine ................................5-1
Starting off .................................................5-2
Steering, checking ...................................6-23
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartment ..............................3-11
TTail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ...............................6-30
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-15
Tires .........................................................6-16
Tool kit ........................................................6-1
Troubleshooting .......................................6-31
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-32
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-2
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ....6-29
Turn signal switch ......................................3-5
VValve clearance ........................................6-16
Vehicle identification number .....................9-1
WWheel bearings, checking........................6-24
Wheels .....................................................6-18
INDEX
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