2008 YAMAHA XCITY 125 lights

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY 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
Indicator and warning lights ............3-3
Speedometer ..................................3-4
Fuel gauge ......................................3-4
Coolant temperature gauge ............3-5
Multi-function display ......................3-5
Handlebar switches ........................3-8
Front brake lever ............................3-9
Rear brake lever .............................3-9
Fuel tank cap ................................3-10
Fuel ...............................................3-10
Catalytic converter ........................3-11
Seat ..............................................3-11
Storage compartment ...................3-12
Storage compartment ...................3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies ................................3-13
Luggage hook ...............................3-14
Sidestand ......................................3-14
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-15PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
Pre-operation check list .................. 4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Starting off ...................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 5-2
Braking ........................................... 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-4
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-2
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .................................. 6-5
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-6
Engine oil ....................................... 6-7
Final transmission oil .................... 6-10
Coolant ......................................... 6-11
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................... 6-12
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-13
Valve clearance ............................ 6-14
Tires ............................................. 6-14Cast wheels ................................. 6-16
Front and rear brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-16
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-17
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-17
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-18
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-19
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-19
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .............................. 6-19
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-20
Checking the front fork ................. 6-20
Checking the steering .................. 6-21
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-22
Battery ......................................... 6-22
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-23
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-24
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-26
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb or
a rear turn signal light bulb ....... 6-27
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-28
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb ........................................... 6-28
Troubleshooting ........................... 6-28
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SAFETY INFORMATION
1-3
1When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind:


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 imbalance or
instability.


Shifting weights can create a sud-
den imbalance. Make sure that ac-
cessories and cargo are securely
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 avail-
able, you must personally be responsi-
ble for the proper selection, installationand 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 “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.


Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the perfor-
mance of your scooter. Carefully
inspect the accessory before using
it to make sure that it does not in
any way reduce ground clearance
or cornering clearance, limit sus-
pension travel, steering travel or
control operation, or obscure lights
or reflectors.
Accessories fitted to the handle-
bar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improper
weight distribution or aerody-
namic 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 aerodynamic
effects. Wind may attempt to liftthe scooter, or the scooter may
become unstable in cross
winds. These accessories 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 free-
dom of movement of the opera-
tor and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
not recommended.


Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical acces-
sories 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.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3


Keep other immobilizer system
keys away from the main switch
as they may cause signal inter-ference.
EAU10471
Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering.NOTE:Be sure to use the standard key (black
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To
minimize the risk of losing the code re-
registering key (red bow), keep it in a
safe place and only use it for code re-registering.
EAU34121
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight, li-
cense plate light and auxiliary lights
come on, and the engine can be start-
ed. The key cannot be removed.NOTE:The headlights come on automatically
when the engine is started and stay on
until the key is turned to “OFF” or thesidestand is moved down.
EAU10660
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
EAU10680
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
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OFF
ON
LOCK
IGNITION
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-3
32. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
WARNING
EWA10060
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving,
otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the vehicle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or“LOCK”.
EAU11003
Indicator and warning lights
EAU11030
Turn signal indicator lights “” and
“”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
EAU11080
High beam indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
EAU11480
Engine trouble warning light “”
This warning light comes on when an
electrical circuit monitoring the engine
is defective. When this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the self-diagno-
sis system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. If the warning light does not come
on for a few seconds, then go off, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
EAU38620
Immobilizer system indicator light
The electrical circuit of the indicator
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”.
If the indicator light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.
When the key is turned to “OFF” and 30
seconds have passed, the indicator
light will start flashing indicating the im-
mobilizer system is enabled. After 24
hours have passed, the indicator light
will stop flashing, however the immobi-
lizer system is still enabled.
1. High beam indicator light “”
2. Left turn signal indicator light “”
3. Immobilizer system indicator light
4. Right turn signal indicator light “”
5. Engine trouble warning light “”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-8
3
NOTE:

The oil change indicator will come
on at the initial 1000 km (600 mi),
5000 km (3000 mi) after the initial
1000 km (600 mi) and every 6000
km (3600 mi) thereafter.


If the engine oil is changed before
the oil change indicator comes on
(i.e. before the periodic oil change
interval has been reached), the in-
dicator must be reset after the oil
change for the next periodic oil
change to be indicated at the cor-
rect time. After resetting, the indi-
cator will come on for two seconds.
If the indicator does not come on,repeat the procedure.
EAU12347
Handlebar switches Left
Right
EAUS1020
Dimmer switch “/”
Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.
With the headlight on low beam, press
this switch downwards to flash the
headlight.
EAU12460
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.
EAU12500
Horn switch “”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU12720
Start switch “”
With the sidestand up, push this switch
while applying the front or rear brake to
crank the engine with the starter.
1. Dimmer “/”/Pass “” switch
2. Turn signal switch “/”
3. Horn switch “”
1. Start switch “”ZAUM0642
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-3
4
Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-14, 6-16
Brake leversMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-19
Centerstand, sidestandMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivots if necessary.6-20
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switchesCheck operation.
Correct if necessary.—
Sidestand switchCheck operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.3-14 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
5
EAU15980
WARNING
EWA10870


Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.


Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.


For safety, always start the en-gine with the centerstand down.
EAUM2230
Starting the engine CAUTION:
ECA10250
See page 5-4 for engine break-in in-
structions prior to operating the ve-hicle for the first time.
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, the side-
stand must be up.
WARNING
EWA10290


Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-15.


Never ride with the sidestanddown.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
CAUTION:
ECAM1080
The following warning lights and in-
dicator light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.

Fuel level warning light


Engine trouble warning light


Immobilizer system indicator
light
If a warning or indicator light does
not go off, see page 3-3 for the corre-
sponding warning and indicator
light circuit check.
2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the front
or rear brake.NOTE:If the engine does not start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting attempt
should be as short as possible to pre-1. Rear brake lever
2. Start switch
3. Front brake lever
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-3
5
EAU16792
Braking 1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually in-
creasing the pressure.
WARNING
EWA10300


Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over to
one side), otherwise the scooter
may skid or overturn.


Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road con-
struction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slowdown when approaching such
areas and cross them with cau-
tion.


Keep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more difficult.


Ride slowly down a hill, as brak-
ing downhill can be very diffi-cult.
EAU16820
Tips for reducing fuel con-
sumption Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:

Avoid high engine speeds during
acceleration.


Avoid high engine speeds with no
load on the engine.


Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length of
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or at railroad crossings).
PUSHOPEN
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