2012 YAMAHA VMAX engine

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YAMAHA VMAX 2012  Owners Manual FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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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 inspection
and maintenance

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YAMAHA VMAX 2012  Owners Manual OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha

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YAMAHA VMAX 2012  Owners Manual OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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NOTICE
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If the above warning lights or indica-
tor light do not come on initially
when the key is turned to “ON”, or if
a warning or indicator l

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YAMAHA VMAX 2012  Owners Manual OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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NOTICE
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Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorc

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YAMAHA VMAX 2012  Owners Manual OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 5700
r/min.
1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
NOTICE
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YAMAHA VMAX 2012  Owners Manual PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lu-
brication will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition pos-
sible. Safety is an obligat

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YAMAHA VMAX 2012  Owners Manual PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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20*Rear suspension re-
lay arm and con-
necting arm 
pivoting points  Check operation.
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21 Engine oil  Change.
 Check oil level and vehicle for oi

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YAMAHA VMAX 2012  Owners Manual PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the bolt.
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Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important eng