2009 YAMAHA XMAX 125 brake fluid

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
Immobilizer system ...........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-2
Indicator and warning lights .............3-3
Turn signal indicator lights ...............3-3
High beam indicator light ................3-3
Fuel level warning light ....................3-4
Engine trouble warning light ............3-4
Immobilizer system indicator light ...3-4
Speedometer ....................................3-5
Fuel gauge ........................................3-5
Coolant temperature gauge..............3-5
Multi-function display .......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................3-9
Handlebar switches ..........................3-9
Dimmer switch .................................3-9
Turn signal switch ............................3-9
Horn switch .....................................3-9
Start switch ......................................3-9
Hazard switch ................................3-10
Front brake lever.............................3-10
Rear brake lever..............................3-10Fuel tank cap ..................................3-11
Fuel .................................................3-12
Catalytic converters ........................3-13
Securing bracket ............................3-14
Seat.................................................3-14
Storage compartments ...................3-15
Front storage compartment............3-16
Rear storage compartment.............3-17
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies...................................3-18
Sidestand ........................................3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-19
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-
OPERATION CHECKS ........................4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ..................................5-1
Starting the engine ...........................5-1
Starting off ........................................5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ..........5-3
Braking..............................................5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption..5-4
Engine break-in.................................5-4
Parking ..............................................5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ....................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart ............................6-2Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ...............6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ............................6-3
Removing and installing the
cowlings and panel .......................6-6
Checking the spark plug ..................6-8
Engine oil ..........................................6-9
Final transmission oil ......................6-12
Coolant ...........................................6-13
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ......................................6-14
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 ..............................................6-19
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
Checking and lubricating the throttle
grip and cable .............................6-22
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .................................6-22
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand .........6-22
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-1
4ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Fuel• Refuel if necessary.3-12
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check oil level in engine.
Engine oil• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 6-9
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
Final transmission oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-12
• Check coolant level in reservoir.
Coolant• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-13
• Check cooling system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
Front brake• Check brake pads for wear. 6-19, 6-20
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
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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 ins-
pection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
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WARNING
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment dama-
ge. Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures pro-
vided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
4
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Rear brake• Replace if necessary. 6-19, 6-20
• 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.
6-22
• 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.
6-16, 6-18
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
Brake levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-22
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, signals • Check operation.
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.3-18
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-3
6
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*Air filter element• Replace.√√
2V-belt case air filter
element• Clean.√√√ √
• Check operation, fluid level
3*Front brakeand vehicle for fluid leakage.√√ √√ √ √
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
• Check operation, fluid level
4*Rear brakeand vehicle for fluid leakage.√√ √√ √ √
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
5*Brake hoses• Check for cracks or damage.√√√ √√• Replace. Every 4 years
6*Wheels• Check runout and for damage.√√√ √
• Check tread depth and for
damage.
7*Tires• Replace if necessary.√√√ √√
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
8*Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness
or damage.√√√ √
• Check bearing play and steering
9*Steering bearingsfor roughness.√√ √√ √
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease.Every 24000 km (14000 mi)
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General maintenance and lubrication chart
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-5
6
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)
21 *V-belt• Replace. Every 18000 km (10500 mi)
22 *Front and rear brake
switches• Check operation.√√ √√ √ √
23Moving parts
and cables• Lubricate.√√√ √√
• Check operation and free play
Throttle grip • Adjust the throttle cable free
24 *housing play if necessary.√√√ √√
and cable• Lubricate the throttle grip
housing and cable.
25 *Lights, signals and • Check operation.
switches• Adjust headlight beam.√√ √√ √ √
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TIP
●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.
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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
Front brake
1. Minimum level mark
Rear brake
1. Minimum level mark
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air
to enter the brake system, possibly
causing it to become ineffective.
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 performance.
●Be careful that water does not
enter the brake fluid reservoir
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-20
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when 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 TIP after the periodic maintenan-
ce and lubrication chart. In addition,
have the oil seals of the brake master
cylinder and caliper as well as the
brake hose replaced at the intervals
listed below or whenever they are
damaged or leaking.
●Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
●Brake hose: Replace every four
years.
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Checking and lubricating the
cables
The operation of all control cables
and the condition of the cables
should be checked before each ride,
and the cables and cable ends should
be lubricated if necessary. If a cable is
damaged or does not move smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or repla-
ce it. WARNING! Damage to the
outer sheath may interfere with
proper cable operation and will
cause the inner cable to rust.
Replace a damaged cable as soon
as possible to prevent unsafe con-
ditions.
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Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-21
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7-2
7with water may be used. Be
sure to rinse off any detergent
residue using plenty of water,
as it is harmful to plastic parts.
●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 abrasive
cleaning 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 leavescratches 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.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottle-
brush for hard-to-reach areas. Stub-
born dirt and insects will come off
more easily if the area is covered with
a wet cloth for a few minutes before
cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on the
roads during winter are extremely
corrosive in combination with water,
carry out the following steps after
each ride in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads.
TIP
Salt sprayed on roads in the winter
may remain well into spring.
1. Clean the scooter with cold water
and a mild detergent after the
engine has cooled down. WAR-
NING! Do not use warm water
since it increases the corrosive
action of the salt.
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2. Apply a corrosion protection
spray on all metal, including
chrome- and nickel-plated, surfa-
ces to prevent corrosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the scooter with a chamois or
an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally indu-
ced discoloring of stainless-steel
exhaust systems can be removed
through polishing.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal, inclu-
ding chrome- and nickel-plated,
surfaces.
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