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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1
SAFETY INFORMATION
1-4
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories,
and Modifications
While you may find aftermarket pro-
ducts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accesso-
ries or modifications are not suitable
because of potential safety hazards to
you or others. Installing aftermarket
products or having other modifica-
tions performed to your vehicle that
change any of the vehicle’s design or
operation characteristics can put you
and others at greater risk of serious
injury or death. You are responsible
for injuries related to changes in the
vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Loa-
ding” when mounting accessories.
●Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the per-
formance of your scooter. Care-
fully inspect the accessory befo-
re using it to make sure that it
does not in any way reduce
ground clearance or cornering
clearance, limit suspension tra-vel, steering travel or control ope-
ration, or obscure lights or reflec-
tors.
• Accessories fitted to the hand-
lebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to impro-
per weight distribution or
aerodynamic 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 aerodyna-
mic effects. Wind may attempt
to lift the scooter, or the scoo-
ter may become unstable in
cross winds. These accesso-
ries 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 fre-
edom of movement of the ope-rator and may limit control abi-
lity, therefore, such accesso-
ries are not recommended.
●Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical
accessories 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.
Aftermarket Tires and Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
scooter were designed to match the
performance capabilities and to pro-
vide the best combination of hand-
ling, braking, and comfort. Other tires,
rims, sizes, and combinations may
not be appropriate. Refer to page
6-16 for tire specifications and more
information on replacing your tires.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-1
3
EAU10460
Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock con-
trols the ignition and lighting systems,
and is used to lock the steering. The
various positions are described
below.
EAU34121
ON “ ”
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight,
license plate light and auxiliary lights
come on, and the engine can be star-
ted. The key cannot be removed.
TIP
The headlights come on automatically
when the engine is started and stay
on until the key is turned to “ ” or
the sidestand is moved down.
EAU10661
OFF “ ”
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
EWA10061
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WARNING
Never turn the key to “ ” or “ ”
while the vehicle is moving. Other-
wise the electrical systems will be
switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
EAUM1020
“”
The coolant temperature warning light
should come on when the key is tur-
ned to “ ”. (See page 3-2).
EAU10681
LOCK “ ”
The steering is locked, and all electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be
removed.
T
o lock the steering
1. Push.
2. Turn.
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “ ”
position, and then turn it to “ ”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
ON OFF
LOCK
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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.
EAU11003
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 “ ”
EAU11030
Turn signal indicator lights “ ”
and “ ”
The corresponding indicator light flas-
hes 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.
EAUS1450
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).
EAUM1082
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.
ECA10021
NOTICE
Do not continue to operate the
engine if it is overheating.
Fuel
Battery
TOTALTRIP
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2
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3
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EAU12347
Handlebar switches
Left
1. Dimmer switch “ / ”
2. Turn signal switch “ / ”
3. Horn switch “ ”
Right
1. Hazard switch “ ”
2. Start switch “ ”
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
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.
EAU12500
Horn switch “ ”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
EAU12721
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.
EAU12765
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.
ECA10061
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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3
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2. Insert the key in the lock and turn
it clockwise.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Align the match marks, and then
push the fuel tank cap into the
original position.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise
and remove it.
3. Close the fuel tank cover.
EWA11091
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WARNING
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed after filling fuel.
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
EAU13221
Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline
in the tank.
EWA10881
s s
WARNING
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are
extremely flammable. To avoid fires
and explosions and to reduce the
risk of injury when refueling, follow
these instructions.
1. Before refueling, turn off the engi-
ne and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the
vicinity of sparks, open flames, or
other sources of ignition such as
the pilot lights of water heaters
and clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. When
refueling, be sure to insert the
pump nozzle into the fuel tank
filler hole. Stop filling when the
fuel reaches the bottom of the
filler tube. Because fuel expands
when it heats up, heat from the
engine or the sun can cause fuel
to spill out of the fuel tank.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
3. Wipe up any spilled fuel imme-
diately. NOTICE: Immediately
wipe off spilled fuel with a cle-
an, dry, soft cloth, since fuel
may deteriorate painted surfa-
ces or plastic parts.
[ECA10071]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel
tank cap.
EWA15151
s s
WARNING
Gasoline is poisonous and can cau-
se injury or death. Handle gasoline
with care. Never siphon gasoline by
mouth. If you should swallow some
gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline
vapor, or get some gasoline in your
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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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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EAU16793
BrakingEWA10300
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WARNING
●Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over
to one side), otherwise the sco-
oter may skid or overturn.
●Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road cons-
truction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slow
down 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 bra-
king downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually
increasing the pressure.Front
Rear
EAU16820
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follo-
wing 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 cros-
sings).
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-3
5
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