2009 YAMAHA XMAX 250 wheel

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Cast wheels
To maximize the performance, durabi-
lity, and safe operation of your vehi-
cle, note the following points regar-
ding the specified wheels.
●The wheel rims should be chec-
ked for cracks, bends or warpage
before each ride. If any damage
is found, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair
to the wheel. A deformed or crac-
ked wheel must be replaced.
●The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced.
An unbalanced wheel can result
in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
●Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be “broken in” for
it to develop its optimal characte-
ristics.
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Front and rear brake lever
free play
Front
RearThere should be no free play at the
brake lever ends. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.EWA14211
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WARNING
A soft or spongy feeling in the bra-
ke lever can indicate the presence
of air in the hydraulic system. If the-
re is air in the hydraulic system,
have a Yamaha dealer bleed the
system before operating the vehi-
cle. Air in the hydraulic system will
diminish the braking performance,
which may result in loss of control
and an accident.
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2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and
rebounds smoothly.
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NOTICE
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
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Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the centers-
tand. WARNING! To avoid
injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of
it falling over.
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2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the stee-
ring.
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Checking the wheel bearings
The front and rear wheel bearings
must be checked at the intervals spe-
cified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. If there is play in the
wheel hub or if the wheel does not
turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
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Matte color cautionECA15192
NOTICE
Some models are equipped with
matte colored finished parts. Be
sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use
before cleaning the vehicle.
Using a brush, harsh chemical pro-
ducts or cleaning compounds
when cleaning these parts will
scratch or damage their surface.
Wax also should not be applied to
any matte colored finished parts.
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Care
While the open design of a scooter
reveals the attractiveness of the tech-
nology, it also makes it more vulnera-
ble. Rust and corrosion can develop
even if high-quality components are
used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go
unnoticed on a car, however, it
detracts from the overall appearance
of a scooter. Frequent and proper
care does not only comply with the
terms of the warranty, but it will also
keep your scooter looking good,
extend its life and optimize its perfor-
mance.
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and
covers as well as all electrical
couplers and connectors, inclu-
ding the spark plug cap, are
tightly installed.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and abrush, but never apply such pro-
ducts onto seals, gaskets and
wheel axles. Always rinse the dirt
and degreaser off with water.
Cleaning
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NOTICE
●Avoid using strong acidic whe-
el cleaners, especially on spo-
ked wheels. If such products
are used on hard-to-remove
dirt, do not leave the cleaner on
the affected area any longer
than instructed. Also, tho-
roughly rinse the area off with
water, immediately dry it, and
then apply a corrosion protec-
tion spray.
●Improper cleaning can damage
plastic parts (such as cowlings,
panels, windshields, headlight
lenses, meter lenses, etc.) and
the mufflers. Use only a soft,
clean cloth or sponge with
water to clean plastic. Howe-
ver, if the plastic parts cannot
be thoroughly cleaned with
water, diluted mild detergent
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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.
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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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3. Perform the following steps to
protect the cylinder, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.
a Remove the spark plug cap
and spark plug.
b Pour a teaspoonful of engine
oil into the spark plug bore.
c Install the spark plug cap
onto the spark plug, and then
place the spark plug on the
cylinder head so that the
electrodes are grounded.
(This will limit sparking during
the next step.)
d Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This
will coat the cylinder wall with
oil.)
e Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap. WARNING!
To prevent damage or injury
from sparking, make sure
to ground the spark plug
electrodes while turning the
engine over.
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4. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers
and pedals as well as of the
sidestand/centerstand.
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. Alter-
natively, turn the wheels a little
every month in order to prevent
the tires from becoming degra-
ded 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 excessively cold or warm pla-
ce [less than 0 °C (30 °F) or more
than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more
information on storing the bat-
tery, see page 6-24.
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Make any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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Dimensions:Overall length:
2210 mm (87.0 in)
Overall width:
790 mm (31.1 in)
Overall height:
1380 mm (54.3 in)
Seat height:
785 mm (30.9 in)
Wheelbase:
1545 mm (60.8 in)
Ground clearance:
112 mm (4.44 in)
Minimum turning radius:
3650 mm (143.7 in)
Weight:With oil and fuel:
176.0 kg (388 lb)
Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
249.7 cm
3
Bore x stroke:
69.0 x 66.8 mm (2.72 x 2.63 in)
Compression ratio:
10.10 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 15W-40,
SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO stan-
dard MA
Engine oil quantity:Periodic oil change:
1.20 L (1.27 US qt, 1.06 Imp.qt)
Final transmission oil:Type:
SAE 10W-30 type SE motor oil
Quantity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark):
0.26 L (0.27 US qt, 0.23 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.40 L (1.48 US qt, 1.23 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:
Dry element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
12.5 L (3.30 US gal, 2.75 Imp.gal)
Throttle body:Type/quantity:
EFI 1C04 / 1
Manufacturer:
AISAN
Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/DR8EA
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Clutch:Clutch type:
Dry, centrifugal automatic
Transmission:Primary reduction system:
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio:
40/15 (2.666)
Secondary reduction system:
Helical gear
Secondary reduction ratio:
40/14 (2857)
Transmission type:
V-belt automatic
Operation:
Centrifugal automatic type
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Chassis:Frame type:
Steel tube underbone
Caster angle:
28.00 º
Trail:
100.0 mm (3.94 in)
Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70-15 M/C 56S(Michelin -
Continental)
120/70-15 M/C 56P(Pirelli)
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/GOLD STANDARD
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI/GTS23
Manufacturer/model:
CONTINENTAL/CONTITWIST TL
Rear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
140/70-14 M/C 68S(Michelin -
Continental)
140/70-14 M/C 68P(Pirelli)
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/GOLD STANDARD
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI/GTS24
Manufacturer/model:
CONTINENTAL/CONTITWIST TL
Loading:Maximum load:
180 kg (397 lb)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
190 kPa (1.90 kgf/cm
2, 28 psi, 1.90 bar)
Rear:
220 kPa (2.20 kgf/cm
2, 32 psi, 2.20 bar)
Loading condition:
90 kg - maximum load
Front:
210 kPa (2.10 kgf/cm
2, 30 psi, 2.10 bar)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2, 36 psi, 2.50 bar)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
15 x MT3.5
Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
14 x MT3.75
Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear 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:
94.0 mm (3.70 in)
Rear suspension:Type:
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
83.0 mm (3.27 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:Model:
YTX9-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 Ah
Headlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
SPECIFICATIONS
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WWheel bearings, checking........................6-23
Wheels .....................................................6-18
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