2010 YAMAHA XMAX 250 oil

EAU22731
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 master cylin-
ders and calipers as well as the brake
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged
or leaking.
Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
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Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable
The operation of the throttle grip
should be checked before each ride.
In addition, the cable should be lubri-
cated at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance chart.
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Lubricating the front and
rear brake levers
Front brake lever
Rear brake lever
The pivoting points of the front and
rear brake levers must be lubricated

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Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the perio-
dic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
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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.
ECA10590
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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Matte color cautionECA15192
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 cleaning1. 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 a brush, but never apply such pro-
ducts onto seals, gaskets and
wheel axles. Always rinse the dirt
and degreaser off with water.
Cleaning
ECA10782
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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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.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clea- ner to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the scooter dry completely before storing or covering it.
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Contaminants on the brakes or
tires can cause loss of control.
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires. If
necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, and wash the tires
with warm water and a mild
detergent.
Before operating the scooter
test its braking performance
and cornering behavior.
ECA10800
Apply spray oil and wax spa-
ringly and make sure to wipe
off any excess.
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIP
Consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use.
Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from
the lens.
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Storage
Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
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Storing the scooter in a poorly
ventilated room or covering it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water and humidity to
seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your scooter for seve-
ral months:1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.

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3. Perform the following steps toprotect 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.
TIP
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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Dimensions:Overall length:2201 mm (86.7 in)
Overall width: 776 mm (30.6 in)
Overall height: 1337 mm (52.6 in)
Seat height: 792 mm (31.2 in)
Wheelbase: 1545 mm (60.8 in)
Ground clearance: 134 mm (5.30 in)
Minimum turning radius: 1805 mm (71.1 in)
Weight:With oil and fuel:177.4 kg (391 lb)
Engine:Engine type:Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement: 249 cm
3
Bore x stroke:69.0 x 66.8 mm (2.72 x 2.63 in)
Compression ratio: 10.00 :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 SF, SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:Periodic oil change: 1.30 L (1.37 US qt, 1.14 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):0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes): 1.00 L (1.06 US qt, 0.88 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity: 11.8 L (3.12 US gal, 2.60 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 1.7 L (0.45 US gal, 0.37 Imp.gal)
Throttle body:ID mark:1C04 00
Manufacturer: AISAN
Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:NGK/DPR8EA-9
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 (2.857)
Transmission type: V-belt automatic

-20 -10 0 10 20 30
40 50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40
SAE 20W-40
SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40
SAE 10W-50

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Operation:Centrifugal automatic type
Chassis:Frame type:Steel tube underbone
Caster angle: 28.00
°Trail:100.0 mm (3.94 in)
Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 120/70-15 56S
Manufacturer/model: MICHELIN/GOLD STANDARD
Manufacturer/model: PIRELLI/GTS23
Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 140/70-14 68P - 68S
Manufacturer/model: MICHELIN/GOLD STANDARD
Manufacturer/model: PIRELLI/GTS24
Loading:Maximum load:186 kg (410 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: 110.0 mm (4.33 in)
Rear suspension:Type:Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 95.0 mm (3.74 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI (digital)
Charging system: AC magneto
Battery:Model:GTX9-BS
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 8.0 Ah
Headlight:Bulb type:Halogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Low beam headlight:12 V, 55.0 W x 1
High beam headlight: 12 V, 55.0 W x 1
Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W x 2
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AAcceleration and deceleration ...................5-2
Air filter and V-belt case air filter elements ................................................6-15
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-28
BBattery......................................................6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-20
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-21
Brake lever, front ......................................3-12
Brake lever, rear .......................................3-12
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-21
Braking .......................................................5-3
CCare............................................................7-1
Catalytic converters .................................3-14
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating .......................................6-22
Coolant.....................................................6-13
Cowling and panel, removing and installing ...................................................6-8
DDimmer switch .........................................3-11
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-4
Engine oil .................................................6-10
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-4
FFinal transmission oil ...............................6-12
Front and rear brake lever free play.........6-18
Front and rear brake pads, checking ......6-19
Front fork, checking .................................6-23
Fuel ..........................................................3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3 Fuel tank cap ...........................................3-12
Fuses, replacing .......................................6-25
HHandlebar switches .................................3-11
Hazard switch ..........................................3-11
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-26
High beam indicator light...........................3-4
Horn switch ..............................................3-11
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-19
Immobilizer system ....................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light .............3-4
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-4
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-28
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ......6-4
Maintenance, emission control system .....6-3
Matte color, caution ...................................7-1
Model label ................................................9-2
Multi-function display ................................3-6
PParking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................1-5
Pass switch ..............................................3-11
SSafe-riding points.......................................1-5
Safety information ......................................1-1
Seat ..........................................................3-15
Securing bracket ......................................3-15Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting....3-18
Sidestand .................................................3-18
Spark plug, checking .................................6-9
Specifications.............................................7-3
Speedometer .............................................3-5
Start switch ..............................................3-11
Starting off .................................................5-2
Starting the engine.....................................5-1
Steering, checking ...................................6-23
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartments ............................3-16
TTachometer ................................................3-5
Tail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ...............................6-27
Throttle cable free play, checking ............6-16
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ..............................................6-21
Tires .........................................................6-16
Tool kit ........................................................6-2
Troubleshooting .......................................6-29
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-30
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-4
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ................................................6-27
Turn signal switch ....................................3-11
VValve clearance ........................................6-16
Vehicle identification number .....................9-1
WWheel bearings, checking........................6-24
Wheels .....................................................6-18
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