2008 YAMAHA XMAX 125 brake fluid

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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Pre-operation check list
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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4
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Fuel• Refuel if necessary. 3-11, 3-12
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check oil level in engine.
Engine oil• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 6-10
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
Final transmission oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-13
• Check coolant level in reservoir.
Coolant• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-14
• Check cooling system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Front brake• Replace if necessary. 3-10, 6-20 ~ 6-23
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Rear brake• Replace if necessary. 3-11, 6-20 ~ 6-23
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Throttle grip• Check cable free play.
5-2, 6-17, 6-23
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and
lubricate cable and grip housing.
• Check for damage.
Wheels and tires• Check tire condition and tread depth.
6-18 ~ 6-20
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
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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
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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)
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)
• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid 7*Rear brakeleakage.√√√√√ √
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
8*Brake hose• Check for cracks or damage.√√√√ √• Replace. Every 4 years
9*Wheels• Check runout and for damage.√√√√
• Check tread depth and for damage.
10 *Tires• Replace if necessary.
√√√√ √
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
11 *Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
12 *Steering bearings• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.√√√√√• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 24000 km (14000 mi)
13 *Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.√√√√ √
14Sidestand, centerstand• Check operation.
• Lubricate.√√√√ √
15 *Sidestand switch• Check operation.√√√√√ √
16 *Front fork• Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
17 *Shock absorber
assemblies• Check operation and shock absorbers for oil leakage.√√√√
18 *Cooling system• Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.√√√√ √• Change. Every 3 years
19 *Fuel injection• Check engine idle speed.√√√√√ √
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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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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Checking the front and rear
brake pads
The front and rear brake pads must
be checked for wear at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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Front brake pads
1. Lining thickeness
Check each front brake pad for
damage and measure the lining thick-
ness. If a brake pad is damaged or if
the lining thickness is less than
0.5 mm (0.02 in), have a Yamaha dea-
ler replace the brake pads as a set.
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Rear brake pads
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove
The rear brake is provided with a
check plug, which, if it is removed,
allows you to check the brake pad
wear without disassembling the bra-
ke. To check the brake pad wear,
check the position of the wear indica-
tor while applying the brake. If a bra-
ke pad has worn to the point that the
wear indicator almost touches the
brake disc, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the brake pads as a set.
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Checking the brake fluid
level
1. Minimun level mark
1. Minimun level mark
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air
to enter the brake system, possibly
causing it to become ineffective.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Before riding, check that the brake
fluid is above the minimum level mark
and replenish if necessary. A low bra-
ke fluid level may indicate worn brake
pads and/or brake system leakage. If
the brake fluid level is low, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and
the brake system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:
●When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the bra-
ke fluid reservoir is level.
●Use only the recommended qua-
lity brake fluid, otherwise the rub-
ber seals may deteriorate, cau-
sing leakage and poor braking
performance.
●Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performan-
ce.
●Be careful that water does not
enter the brake fluid reservoirwhen refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in vapor
lock.
●Brake fluid may deteriorate pain-
ted surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
●As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to
gradually go down. However, if
the brake fluid level goes down
suddenly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
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Changing the brake fluid
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the NOTE after the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addi-
tion, have the oil seals of the brake
master cylinder and caliper as well as
the brake hose replaced at the inter-
vals listed below or whenever they are
damaged or leaking.
●Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
●Brake hose: Replace every four
years.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Care
While the open design of a scooter
reveals the attractiveness of the tech-
nology, it also makes it more vulnera-
ble. Rust and corrosion can develop
even if high-quality components are
used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go
unnoticed on a car, however, it
detracts from the overall appearance
of a scooter. Frequent and proper
care does not only comply with the
terms of the warranty, but it will also
keep your scooter looking good,
extend its life and optimize its perfor-
mance.
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and
covers as well as all electrical
couplers and connectors, inclu-
ding the spark plug cap, are
tightly installed.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such pro-ducts onto seals, gaskets and
wheel axles. Always rinse the dirt
and degreaser off with water.
Cleaning
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CAUTION:
●Avoid using strong acidic whe-
el cleaners, especially on spo-
ked wheels. If such products
are used on hard-to-remove
dirt, do not leave the cleaner on
the affected area any longer
than instructed. Also, tho-
roughly rinse the area off with
water, immediately dry it, and
then apply a corrosion protec-
tion spray.
●Improper cleaning can damage
plastic parts such as cowlings,
panels, windshields, headlight
lenses, meter lenses, etc. Use
only a soft, clean cloth or spon-
ge with mild detergent and
water to clean plastic.
●Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasivecleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust
removers or inhibitors, brake
fluid, antifreeze or electrolyte.
●Do not use high-pressure was-
hers or steam-jet cleaners sin-
ce they cause water seepage
and deterioration in the follo-
wing areas: seals (of wheel and
swingarm bearings, fork and
brakes), electric components
(couplers, connectors, instru-
ments, switches and lights),
breather hoses and vents.
●For scooters equipped with a
windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or scrat-
ching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not lea-
ve any marks. If the windshield
is scratched, use a quality
plastic polishing compound
after washing.
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
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