2009 YAMAHA XCITY 250 tire pressure

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
4
Rear brakeCheck 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.6-16, 6-17, 6-17
Throttle gripMake sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-13, 6-19
Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-14, 6-16
Brake leversMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-19
Centerstand, sidestandMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivots if necessary.6-20
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switchesCheck operation.
Correct if necessary.—
Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.3-14 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-3
6
8*Brake hosesCheck for cracks or damage.√√√√√
Replace. Every 4 years
9*WheelsCheck runout and for damage.√√√√
10*TiresCheck tread depth and for dam-
age.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.√√√√√
11*Wheel bearingsCheck bearing for looseness or
damage.√√√√
12*Steering bearingsCheck bearing play and steering
for roughness.√√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
13*Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened.√√√√√
14Front brake lever
pivot shaftLubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
15Rear brake lever
pivot shaftLubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
16Sidestand, center-
standCheck operation.
Lubricate.√√√√√
17*Sidestand switchCheck operation.√√√√√√
18*Front forkCheck operation and for oil leak-
age.√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
(24000 mi)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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6
EAU21401
Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture
and/or engine noise. To prevent this
from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAUM2041
Tires To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
note the following points regarding the
specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
WARNING
EWA10501
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or death from loss of
control.


The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).


The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approvedfor this model.
ZAUM0053
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
0–90 kg (0–198 lb):
Fr o nt :
170 kPa (1.70 kgf/cm², 25 psi)
Rear:
190 kPa (1.90 kgf/cm², 28 psi)
90–185 kg (198–408 lb):
Fr o nt :
180 kPa (1.80 kgf/cm², 26 psi)
Rear:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Maximum load*:
185 kg (408 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go and accessories
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7 5. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the scooter so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-22.
TIPMake any necessary repairs beforestoring the scooter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Transmission type:
V-belt automatic
Operation:
Centrifugal automatic typeChassis:Frame type:
Steel tube underbone
Caster angle:
26.00 °
Trail:
96.0 mm (3.78 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70-16 M/C 57P
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI/SPORT DEMON FRONTRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
140/70-15 69P
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI/SPORT DEMONLoading:Maximum load:
185 kg (408 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)Front:
170 kPa (1.70 kgf/cm², 25 psi)
Rear:
190 kPa (1.90 kgf/cm², 28 psi)
Loading condition:
90–185 kg (198–408 lb)
Front:
180 kPa (1.80 kgf/cm², 26 psi)
Rear:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
16 M/C x MT3.00Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
15 M/C x MT4.00Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Left hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
100.0 mm (3.94 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
105.0 mm (4.13 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
GTX9-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Low beam headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W × 1
High beam headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 2
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