2008 YAMAHA XMAX 125 air filter

SAFETY 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
Self-diagnosis device .......................3-4
Speedometer ....................................3-4
Fuel gauge ........................................3-5
Coolant temperature gauge..............3-5
Multi-function display .......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................3-9
Handlebar switches ..........................3-9
Front brake lever.............................3-10
Rear brake lever..............................3-11
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-11
Fuel .................................................3-12
Catalytic converters ........................3-13
Seat.................................................3-14
Storage compartments ...................3-14
Front storage compartment............3-15
Rear storage compartment.............3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies...................................3-17
Sidestand ........................................3-18Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-18
PRE-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 ............................6-3
Removing and installing the
cowlings and panel .......................6-7
Checking the spark plug ..................6-9
Engine oil ........................................6-10
Final transmission oil ......................6-13
Coolant ...........................................6-14
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ......................................6-15
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ..............................................6-17
Valve clearance ...............................6-17Tires ................................................6-18
Cast wheels ....................................6-20
Front and rear brake lever free
play ..............................................6-20
Checking the front and rear brake
pads.............................................6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-21
Changing the brake fluid ................6-22
Checking and lubricating
the cables ....................................6-23
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable .................6-23
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .................................6-23
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand .........6-24
Checking the front fork ...................6-24
Checking the steering.....................6-25
Checking the wheel bearings .........6-26
Battery ............................................6-26
Replacing the fuses ........................6-27
Replacing a headlight bulb .............6-29
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb .............................................6-30
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb
or a rear turn signal light bulb .....6-30
Replacing the license plate light
bulb .............................................6-32
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb.....6-32
Troubleshooting ..............................6-32
Troubleshooting charts ...................6-33
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Left view
DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
1. Fuel tank cap (page 3-11)
2. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
3. V-belt case air filter cover (page 6-15)
4. Rear storage compartment (page 3-16)
5. Air filter case cover (page 6-15)6. Spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-17)
7. Final transmission oil filler cap (page 6-13)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-10)
9. Sidestand (page 3-18)
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
NOTE:
●The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the UK,
a mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead.
●From 30000 km (17500 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6000 km (3500 mi).
●Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and
technical skills.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-3
6
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 kmCHECK
(600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi)
1*Fuel line• Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
• Check condition.
2Spark plug• Clean and regap.√√
• Replace.√√
3*Valves• Check valve clearance.
• Adjust.√√√√
4Air filter element• Replace.√√
5V-belt case air filter
element• Clean.√√√√
• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid
6*Front brakeleakage.√√√√√ √
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
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ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 kmCHECK
(600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi)
√When the oil change indicator light
20Engine oil• Change. (See pages 6-10)comes on (5000 km (2920 mi) after the initial
1000 km (600 mi) and every
6000 km (3500 mi) thereafter)
• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. Every 3000 km (1800 mi)√
21Engine oil filter
element• Replace.√√√
22Final transmission oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage.√√ √• Change.√√√
23 *V-belt• Replace. Every 18000 km (10500 mi)
24 *Front and rear brake
switches• Check operation.√√√√√ √
25Moving parts and cables• Lubricate.√√√√ √
Throttle grip housing • Check operation and free play.
26 * • Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.√√√√ √
and cable
• Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.
27 *Lights, signals and • Check operation.
switches• Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√ √
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-5
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NOTE:
●The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
●Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the bra-
ke fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil
settles, remove the oil filler cap,
wipe the dipstick clean, insert it
back into the oil filler hole (wit-
hout screwing it in), and then
remove it again to check the oil
level.
NOTE:
The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the engine oil is below the mini-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to rai-
se it to the correct level.5. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler
hole, and then tighten the oil filler
cap.
To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter element
replacement)
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and the engine oil drain bolt to
drain the oil from the crankcase.1. Engine oil drain bolt
4. Check the drain bolt washer for
damage and replace it if neces-
sary.
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Washer
NOTE:
Skip steps 5 to 9 if the oil filter ele-
ment is not being replaced.
5. Remove the oil filter element
cover by removing the bolts.
1. Oil filter element cover
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6. Remove the oil filter element and
o-ring.
1. Oil filter element
2. O-ring
3. Oil filter element cover
7. Check the O-ring for domage
and replace it if necessary.
8. Install the new oil filter element
and an O-ring.
9. Install the oil filter element cover
by installing the bolts, then tigh-
tening them to the specified tor-
que.
NOTE:
Make sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.
10. Install the washer and the engine
oil drain bolt, and then tighten the
drain bolt to the specified torque.
NOTE:
Make sure that the washer is properly
seated.
11. Add the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil
filler cap.
NOTE:
Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust
system have cooled down.
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CAUTION:
●Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of
a higher quality than specified.
In addition, do not use oils
labeled “ENERGY CONSER-
VING II” or higher.
●Be sure no foreign material
enters the crankcase.
12. Start the engine, and then let it
idle for several minutes while
checking it for oil leakage. If oil is
leaking, immediately turn the
engine off and check for the cau-
se.
13. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
14. Reset the oil change indicator.
(See page 3-6.)
Recommended engine oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil change quantity:
Without oil filter element replace-
ment
1.40 L (1.48 US qt) (1.23 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement
1.50 L (1.59 US qt) (1.32 Imp.qt)
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
32 Nm (3.2 m·kgf, 23 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque:
Oil filter cover bolt::
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
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●If water has been added to the
coolant, have a Yamaha dealer
check the antifreeze content of
the coolant as soon as possi-
ble, otherwise the effective-
ness of the coolant will be
reduced.
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WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap when the engine is hot.
5. Close the reservoir cap
6. Place the floorboard mat in the
original position and push it
downward to secure it.
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Changing the coolantEWA10380
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WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap when the engine is hot.
The coolant must be changed at the
intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
coolant.
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Air filter and V-belt case air
filter elements
The air filter element should be repla-
ced and the V-belt case air filter ele-
ment should be cleaned at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Service the air filter elements more
frequently if you are riding in unu-
sually wet or dusty areas.
Replacing the air filter element
1. Place the scooter on the centers-
tand.
2. Remove the air filter case cover
by removing the screws.
1. Air filter case cover
3. Pull the air filter element out.
1. Air filter element
4. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case.
5. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
Cleaning the V-belt case air filter
element
1. Remove the V-belt case air filter
covers by removing the screws.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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