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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
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Matte color caution NOTICE
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Some models are equipped with
matte colored finished parts. Be
sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use be-
fore cleaning the vehicle. Using a
brush, harsh chemical products or
cleaning compounds when cleaning
these parts will scratch or damage
their surface. Wax also should not
be applied to any matte colored fin-ished parts.
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Care While the open design of a scooter re-
veals the attractiveness of the technol-
ogy, it also makes it more vulnerable.
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. Fre-
quent 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
performance.
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 el ectrical couplers
and connectors, including the
spark plug cap, are tightly in-
stalled.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt, like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such prod- ucts onto seals, gaskets and wheel
axles. Always rinse the dirt and de-
greaser off with water.
Cleaning
NOTICE
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Avoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If such products are
used on hard-to-remove dirt, do
not leave the cleaner on the af-
fected area any longer than in-
structed. Also, thoroughly rinse
the area off with water, immedi-
ately dry it, and then apply a cor-
rosion protection spray.
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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 wa-
ter to clean plastic. However, if
the plastic parts cannot be thor-
oughly cleaned with water, di-
luted mild detergent with water
may be used. Be sure to rinse
off any detergent residue using
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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
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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 ac-
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent.
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Before operating the scooter
test its braking performanceand cornering behavior.
NOTICE
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Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
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Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but treat them with a suitable care
product.
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Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wearaway the paint.
TIP
Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
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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 thelens.
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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. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the scoot-
er.NOTICE
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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.
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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.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
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the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to pro- tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug caps and the spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bores.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs, and then place
the spark plugs 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 walls with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps. WARNING!
To prevent damage or injury
from sparking, make sure to
ground the spark plug elec-
trodes while turning the en-
gine 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. 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 informa-
tion on storing the battery, see
page 6-28.
TIPMake any necessary repairs beforestoring the scooter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:Overall length: 2200 mm (86.6 in)
Overall width: 775 mm (30.5 in)
Overall height: 1420/1475 mm (55.9/58.1 in)
Seat height:
800 mm (31.5 in)
Wheelbase: 1580 mm (62.2 in)
Ground clearance: 125 mm (4.92 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2800 mm (110.2 in)Weight:Curb weight: 217 kg (478 lb)Engine:Engine type: Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Inline 2-cylinder
Displacement:
530 cm
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Bore  stroke:
68.0  73.0 mm (2.68  2.87 in)
Compression ratio: 10.90 : 1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system: Dry sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
Type: SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO stan-
dard MA
Engine oil quantity: Without oil filter ca rtridge replacement:
2.70 L (2.85 US qt, 2.38 Imp.qt)
With oil filter cartridge replacement: 2.90 L (3.07 US qt, 2.55 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark): 0.27 L (0.29 US qt, 0.24 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes): 1.50 L (1.59 US qt, 1.32 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper elementFuel:Recommended fuel: Regular unleaded gasoline or gasohol
(E10)
Fuel tank capacity: 15.0 L (3.96 US gal, 3.30 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:ID mark: 59C1 00
Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR7E
Spark plug gap: 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc automaticTransmission:Primary reduction ratio: 1.000
Final drive:
Belt
Secondary reduction ratio: 6.034 (52/32 x 36/22 x 59/26)
Transmission type: V-belt automaticChassis:Frame type: Diamond
Caster angle: 25.00 
Trail:
92 mm (3.6 in)Front tire:Type: Tubeless
Size:
120/70R15 M/C 56H
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/GPR-100F
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BT011F
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Rear tire:Type: Tubeless
Size: 160/60R15 M/C 67H
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/GPR-100L
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BT012RLoading:Maximum load: 198 kg (437 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: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm
2, 33 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi)
Loading condition:
90–198 kg (198–437 lb)
Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 33 psi)
Rear: 280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm2, 41 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type: Cast wheel
Rim size: 15M/C x MT3.50
Rear wheel:Wheel type: Cast wheel
Rim size: 15M/C x MT5.00Front brake:Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation: Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type: Single disc brake
Operation: Left hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type: Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 120.0 mm (4.72 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 116.0 mm (4.57 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system: TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTZ12S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 11.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage  quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 55 W  2
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light: 12 V, 21.0 W  2
Rear turn signal light: 12 V, 21.0 W  2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W  1
License plate light: 12 V, 5.0 W  1
Meter lighting: LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light: LED x 2
Engine trouble warning light: LED
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AAcceleration and deceleration ................... 5-2
Air filter element, replacing ...................... 6-15
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ........................ 3-12
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................... 6-34BBattery ..................................................... 6-28
Brake fluid, changing ............................... 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking ....................... 6-23
Brake lever, front ..................................... 3-13
Brake lever, rear ...................................... 3-14
Brake levers, lubricating .......................... 6-25
Braking ...................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ............. 6-24
Care ........................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................... 3-18
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating ....................................... 6-26
Coolant .................................................... 6-14DDimmer switch ......................................... 3-12
Drive belt slack ........................................ 6-24EEngine break-in ......................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed ................................. 6-16
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .............. 6-11
Engine stop switch................................... 3-13
Engine trouble warning light ...................... 3-3FFront and rear brake lever free play, checking ................................................ 6-20
Front and rear brake pads, checking ....... 6-22
Front fork, checking ................................. 6-26 Fuel ......................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......... 5-3
Fuel tank cap........................................... 3-15
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-30
HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-12
Hazard switch.......................................... 3-13
Headlight bulb, replacing......................... 6-31
Helmet holder .......................................... 3-20
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-3
Horn switch ............................................. 3-13IIdentification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-25
Immobilizer system ................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ............. 3-3
Indicator lights and warning light ............... 3-3LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........... 6-33MMain switch/steering lock .......................... 3-2
Maintenance and lubricatio
n, periodic....... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ..... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-1
Multi-function display................................. 3-5PPanels, removing and installing ................ 6-8
Parking ...................................................... 5-4
Part locations ............................................ 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-12RRear brake lock cable, adjusting ............. 6-21
Rear brake lock, checking ....................... 6-21 Rear brake lock lever ............................... 3-15
Rear view mirrors..................................... 3-24
Rider backrest, adjusting .........................3-19
SSafe-riding points .......................................1-5
Safety information ......................................1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-18
Shock absorber assembly .......................3-24
Sidestand .................................................3-25
Spark plugs, checking ..............................6-10
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer .............................................3-4
Starting off .................................................5-2
Starting the engine.....................................5-1
Start switch ..............................................3-13
Steering, checking ................................... 6-27
Storage ......................................................7-3
Storage compartments ............................3-20TTachometer................................................3-4
Tail/brake light ......................................... 6-32
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-25
Throttle grip free play, checking............... 6-17
Tires ......................................................... 6-17
Tool kit .......................................................6-2
Troubleshooting ....................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-36
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-3
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ....6-32
Turn signal switch .................................... 3-12VValve clearance ....................................... 6-17
Vehicle identificat ion number .....................9-1
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