2012 YAMAHA CYGNUS L warning

SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7-3
73. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
er 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 be-
fore storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA10942
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 ac-
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent.
●
Before operating the scooter
test its braking performance
and cornering behavior.
NOTICE
ECA10800
●
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly 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 ad-
vice 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.
EAU26303
Storage Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool, dry
place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the scoot-
er.NOTICE
ECA10820
●
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 several
months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7 2. Drain the carburetor float chamber
by loosening the drain bolt; this will
prevent fuel deposits from building
up. Pour the drained fuel into the
fuel tank.
3. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
4. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect 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 spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam-
age or injury from sparking,
make sure to ground thespark plug electrodes while
turning the engine over.
[EWA10951]
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
5. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
6. 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.
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
8. 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
6-24.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
100/90-10 56J
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-922-XRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
100/90-10 56J
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-940-XLoading:Maximum load:
165 kg (364 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–75 kg (0–165 lb)
Front:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm², 25 psi)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Loading condition:
75–153 kg (165–337 lb)
Front:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm², 25 psi)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
J10 x MT2.15Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
J10 x MT2.50Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 3 or 4Rear brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Left hand operationFront suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
80.0 mm (3.15 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damperWheel travel:
63.0 mm (2.48 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC CDI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTX7A-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 6.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
IncandescenceBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 35 W/35 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 16.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 3.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
12 V, 3.4 W × 2
High beam indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Turn signal indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Engine trouble warning light:
12 V, 3.4 W × 1
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INDEXAAcceleration and deceleration................. 5-2
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................. 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-28BBattery................................................... 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-20
Brake lever, front..................................... 3-5
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 3-5
Brake levers, lubricating........................ 6-22
Brake pads and shoes, checking .......... 6-19
Braking .................................................... 5-2CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-21
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Carrier ................................................... 3-11
Catalytic converters ................................ 3-7
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-22
Cowlings and panels,
removing and installing ......................... 6-7DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-4EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-15
Engine oil .............................................. 6-10
Engine serial number .............................. 9-1
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-3FFinal transmission oil ............................ 6-12
Frame serial number ............................... 9-1Front brake lever free play, checking ... 6-18
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-23
Fuel......................................................... 3-6
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel gauge.............................................. 3-4
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 3-5
Fuse, replacing ..................................... 6-26
GGrab bar ............................................... 3-11HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-26
Helmet holders ....................................... 3-9
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-12
Indicator lights and warning light ............ 3-2KKeyhole cover ......................................... 3-2
Kickstarter............................................... 3-8LLuggage hook ....................................... 3-11MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1PParking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1RRear brake lever free play, adjusting .... 6-18Rear turn signal light and
tail/brake light...................................... 6-28
SSafe-riding points .................................... 1-5
Safety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-8
Self-diagnosis device .............................. 3-3
Sidestand .............................................. 3-12
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-9
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit .................................... 3-3
Starting off ............................................... 5-2
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-4
Steering, checking................................. 6-24
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Storage compartments ............................ 3-9TThrottle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-21
Throttle grip free play, checking ............ 6-15
Tires ...................................................... 6-16
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-29
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-30
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-2
Turn signal light bulb (front),
replacing ............................................. 6-27
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-4VValve clearance..................................... 6-15WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-24
Wheels .................................................. 6-17
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