2009 YAMAHA TMAX Owners Manual

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Catalytic converter
This model is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the exhaust system.
WARNING

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The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
burns:

Do not park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.

Park the motorcycle in a place
where pedestrians or children
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.

Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before do-
ing any maintenance work.

Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up of
heat.
NOTICE

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Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause unre-pairable damage to the catalytic
converter.
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Seat
To open the seat
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand.
2. Insert the key into the main switch,
and then turn it counterclockwise
to “OPEN”.
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Do not push inward when turning the
key.
3. Fold the seat up.
1. Open.
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1. Fold the seat down, and then push
it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key from the main
switch if the scooter will be left un-
attended.
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Make sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
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Adjusting the rider backrest
The rider backrest can be adjusted to
the three different positions shown.
Adjust the backrest as follows.
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-18.)
2. Remove the backrest bolts.3. Slide the backrest forward or back-
ward to the desired position.
4. Install and securely tighten the
backrest bolts.
5. Close the seat.
1. Rider backrest
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1. Rider backrest
2. Bolt
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Helmet holder
The helmet holder is located under the
seat. A helmet holding cable is provid-
ed beside the owner’s tool kit to secure
a helmet to the helmet holder.
To secure a helmet to the helmet
holder
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-18.)
2. Pass the helmet holding cable
through the buckle on the helmet
strap as shown, and then hook the
cable loop over the helmet holder.
3. Make sure the helmet holding ca-ble is not touching the shaded pro-
jection, and securely close the
seat.
WARNING! Never ride with
a helmet attached to the helmet
holder, since the helmet may hit
objects, causing loss of control
and possibly an accident.

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To release the helmet from the hel-
met holder
Open the seat, remove the helmet
holding cable from the helmet holder
and the helmet, and then close the
seat.
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Storage compartments
Front storage compartments A and
B
To open a front storage compartment,
slide the lever up, and then pull on the
lever.
WARNING! Do not store heavy
items in these compartments.
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1. Shaded projection
2. Helmet holding cable
3. Helmet holde
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1. Storage compartment opening lever
2. Front storage compartment A
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To close the front storage compart-
ments, push the lid into the original po-
sition.
Rear storage compartment
A helmet can be stored in the rear stor-
age compartment under the seat. (See
page 3-18.) To store a helmet in the
rear storage compartment, place the
helmet upside down with the front fac-
ing the left side.
NOTICE:
Keep the
following points in mind when using
the storage compartment. Since the
storage compartment accumulates
heat when exposed to the sun, do
not store anything susceptible to
heat inside it. To avoid humidity
from spreading through the storage
compartment, wrap wet articles in a
plastic bag before storing them in
the compartment. Since the storagecompartment may get wet while the
scooter is being washed, wrap any
articles stored in the compartment
in a plastic bag. Do not keep any-
thing valuable or breakable in the
storage compartment. Do not leave
the seat open for an extended period
of time, otherwise the light may
cause the battery to discharge.

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NOTICE:
The shaded area is not a
storage compartment. To prevent
damaging the seat hinges, do not
place any items in this area.
[ECA16091]

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Some helmets cannot be stored in
the rear storage compartment be-
1. Storage compartment opening lever
2. Front storage compartment B
1. Storage compartment lid
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1. Storage compartment lid
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1. Rear storage compartment
2. Shaded area
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cause of their size or shape.


Do not leave your scooter unat-
tended with the seat open.
WARNING

EWA11241

Do not exceed the load limit of
5 kg (11 lb) for the rear storage
compartment.

Do not exceed the maximum
load of XP500 194 kg (428 lb)
XP500A 190 kg (419 lb) for the
vehicle.
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Rear view mirrors
The rear view mirrors of this vehicle can
be folded backward for parking in nar-
row spaces. Fold the mirrors back to
their original position before riding.
WARNING

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Be sure to fold the rear view mirrors
back to their original position before
riding.
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Shock absorber assembly
WARNING

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This shock absorber assembly con-
tains highly pressurized nitrogen
gas. Read and understand the fol-
lowing information before handling
the shock absorber assembly.

Do not tamper with or attempt to
open the cylinder assembly.

Do not subject the shock ab-
sorber assembly to an open
flame or other high heat source.
This may cause the unit to ex-
plode due to excessive gas
pressure.

Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.

Do not dispose of a damaged or
worn-out shock absorber as-
sembly yourself. Take the shock
absorber assembly to a Yamaha
dealer for any service.
1. Parking position
2. Riding position
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Sidestand
The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.
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The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
cuts the ignition in certain situations.
(See further down for an explanation of
the ignition circuit cut-off system.)
WARNING

EWA10240
The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side-
stand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off
system has been designed to assist
the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of raising the sidestand be-
fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly as described
below and have a Yamaha dealer re-pair it if it does not function proper-
ly.
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Ignition circuit cut-off system
The ignition circuit cut-off system (com-
prising the sidestand switch and brake
light switches) has the following func-
tions.

It prevents starting when the side-
stand is up, but neither brake is ap-
plied.

It prevents starting when either
brake is applied, but the sidestand
is still down.

It cuts the running engine when the
sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.

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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is turned on.
3. Turn the key on.
4. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still off:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
8. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
The system is OK. The scooter can be ridden.The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The brake switch may not be working correctly.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
The scooter should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
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If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system before riding.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING

EWA11151
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in
this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel

Check fuel level in fuel tank.

Refuel if necessary.

Check fuel line for leakage.3-16
Engine oil

Check oil level in engine.

If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.

Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-11
Chain drive oil

Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-14
Coolant

Check coolant level in reservoir.

If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.

Check cooling system for leakage.6-15
Front brake

Check operation.

If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.

Check brake pads for wear.

Replace if necessary.

Check fluid level in reservoir.

If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.

Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-21, 6-22, 6-23