2009 YAMAHA MAJESTY 125 battery

SAFETY INFORMATION.....................1-1
Further safe-riding points .................1-5
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments .................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS........................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-1
Indicator and warning lights .............3-2
Turn signal indicator lights ...............3-2
High beam indicator light ................3-2
Oil change indicator..........................3-2
Coolant temperature warning light ..3-2
Speedometer unit .............................3-3
Fuel and battery voltage
gauge.............................................3-4
Clock .................................................3-5
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................3-5
Handlebar switches ..........................3-6
Dimmer switch ..................................3-6
Turn signal switch ............................3-6
Horn switch .....................................3-6
Start switch ......................................3-6
Hazard switch ..................................3-6
Front brake lever...............................3-7
Rear brake lever................................3-7
Fuel tank cap ....................................3-7
Fuel ...................................................3-8Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .....3-9
Catalytic converter..........................3-10
Seat.................................................3-10
Storage compartment.....................3-11
Storage compartment.....................3-12
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies...................................3-13
Sidestand ........................................3-13
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-14
FOR YOUR SAFETY – 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
ADJUSTMENT.....................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ..............................................6-3
Removing and installing panels........6-7Checking the spark plug ..................6-8
Engine oil ..........................................6-9
Final transmission oil ......................6-11
Coolant ...........................................6-12
Air filter and V-belt case
air filter elements .........................6-14
Adjusting the carburetor .................6-15
Adjusting the throttle cable
free play .......................................6-15
Valve clearance ...............................6-16
Tires ................................................6-16
Cast wheels ....................................6-18
Front and rear brake lever
free play .......................................6-18
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ..................................6-19
Checking the brake fluid
level .............................................6-20
Changing the brake fluid ................6-21
Checking and lubricating the
cables ..........................................6-21
Lubricating the front and
rear brake levers..........................6-21
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand .........6-22
Checking the front fork ...................6-23
Checking the steering.....................6-23
Checking the wheel bearings .........6-24
Battery ............................................6-24
Replacing the fuses ........................6-26
Replacing a headlight bulb .............6-26
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Right view
DESCRIPTION
2-2
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1. Grab bar (page 5-2)
2. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
3. Battery (page 6-24)
4. Fuse (page 6-26)5. Coolant reservoir cap (page 6-12)
6. Centerstand (page 6-22)
7. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-9)
8. Rear brake pads (page 6-19)
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To unlock the steering
1. Push.
2. Turn.
1. Push the key in, and then turn it
to “ ” while still pushing it.
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Indicator and warning lights
1. Alarm indicator light
2. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Coolant temperature warning
light “ ”
5. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
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Turn signal indicator lights “ ”
and “ ”
The corresponding indicator light flas-
hes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on
when the high beam of the headlight
is switched on.
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Oil change indicator
At the initial 1000 km (600mi) and
every 3000 km (1800 mi) thereafter,
“CHnGE OIL” appears in the odome-
ter/clock display to indicate that the
engine oil should be changed. (See
page 6-9).
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Coolant temperature warning light
“”
This warning light comes on if the
engine overheats. If this occurs, stop
the engine immediately and allow the
engine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked according to the
following procedure.
1. Turn the key to “ ”.
2. If the warning light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
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NOTICE
Do not continue to operate the
engine if it is overheating.
Fuel
Battery
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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4. Press the reset button to switch
the mode.
5. Press the reset button for two
seconds to confirm the setting.
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●The odometer/tripmeter reading
mode can be changed any num-
ber of times while the odometer
reading is below 10 (kilometers or
miles), but it cannot be changed
anymore after the reading has
reached 10 (kilometers or miles).
●Switching between the kilometer
mode and the mile mode does
not change or convert the current
odometer/tripmeter reading.
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Fuel and battery voltage
gauge
1. Fuel gauge
2. Battery voltage
When the key is turned to “ ”, the
battery voltage is indicated
for two seconds, and then the amount
of fuel in the fuel tank is indicated.
NOTICE: If the needle drops to the
“10V” (low) mark, have a Yamaha
dealer check the battery.
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TIP
●The needle moves towards “E”
(empty) as the fuel level decrea-
ses.
●When the needle reaches “E”,
refuel as soon as possible.Fuel
Battery
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
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Handlebar switches
Left
1. Dimmer switch “ / ”
2. Turn signal switch “ / ”
3. Horn switch “ ”
Right
1. Hazard switch “ ”
2. Start switch “ ”
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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.
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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
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn
signal lights, push the switch in after it
has returned to the center position.
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Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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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. See page 5-1 for starting ins-
tructions prior to starting the engine.
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Hazard switch “ ”
With the key in the “ ” position, use
this switch to turn on the hazard lights
(simultaneous flashing of all turn sig-
nal 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.
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NOTICE
Do not use the hazard lights for an
extended length of time with the
engine not running, otherwise the
battery may discharge.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-6
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-3
4
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Brake levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-21
Centerstand, sidestand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.6-22
Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.–
Instruments, lights, • Check operation.
signals and switches• Correct if necessary.–
Sidestand switch • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.3-13
Battery• Check fluid level.
• Fill with distilled water if necessary.6-24
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do
not understand, ask your Yamaha
dealer.
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WARNING
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of
control, which could cause an acci-
dent or injury.
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Starting the engineECA10250
NOTICE
See page 5-4 for engine break-in
instructions prior to operating the
vehicle for the first time.
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, the sides-
tand must be up.
See page 3-14 for more information.
1. Turn the key to “ ”.
2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the
front or rear brake. NOTICE: For
maximum engine life, never
accelerate hard when the engi-
ne is cold!
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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 possi-
ble to preserve the battery. Do not
crank the engine more than 10
seconds on any one attempt. If the
engine does not start, try with the
throttle open 1/8 turn.
1. Rear brake lever
2. Start switch
3. Front brake lever
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-3
6
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
TIP
●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.
ODOMETER READING
CHECK OR ANNUAL
NO. ITEM 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 and vacuum hoses
for cracks or damage.√√√ √√
• Check condition.
2Spark plug• Clean and regap.√√
• Replace.√√
3*Valves• Check valve clearance.
• Adjust.√√√ √
4Air filter• Clean.√√element
• Replace.√√
V-belt case air filter
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element• Clean.√√√ √
• Check electrolyte level and
specific gravity.
6*Battery
• Make sure that the breather hose √√√ √√
is properly routed.
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