2012 YAMAHA XENTER 125 brake light

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION .................... 1-1
Further safe-riding points ................. 1-5
DESCRIPTION .................................... 2-1
Left view ........................................... 2-1
Right view ......................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ................. 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNC-
TIONS .................................................. 3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................. 3-1
Indicator lights and warning lights .... 3-2
Multi-function display ........................ 3-3
Handlebar switches .......................... 3-7
Front brake lever .............................. 3-7
Rear brake lever ............................... 3-8
Fuel tank cap .................................... 3-8
Fuel .................................................. 3-9
Catalytic converter ......................... 3-10
Seat ................................................ 3-11
Passenger footrest ......................... 3-12
Front storage compartment ............ 3-12
Rear storage compartment ............ 3-13
Shock absorber assembly .............. 3-13
Carrier ............................................ 3-14
Luggage holder .............................. 3-14
FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION
CHECKS ............................................. 4-1OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS ............................................... 5-1
Starting the engine ........................... 5-1
Starting off ........................................ 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration .......... 5-2
Braking ............................................. 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .. 5-3
Engine break-in ................................ 5-3
Parking ............................................. 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT .................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ................................. 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ................... 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication
chart .............................................. 6-4
Removing and installing the cowling
and panels .................................... 6-7
Checking the spark plug ................... 6-9
Engine oil and oil strainer ............... 6-10
Final transmission oil ...................... 6-12
Coolant ........................................... 6-13
Air fi lter and V-belt case air fi lter
elements ..................................... 6-15
Checking the engine idling speed .. 6-16
Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................. 6-16
Valve clearance .............................. 6-17
Tires ............................................... 6-17
Cast wheels .................................... 6-19Checking the front brake lever free
play ............................................. 6-19
Adjusting the rear brake lever free
play ............................................. 6-19
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes ......................... 6-20
Checking the brake fl uid level ........ 6-21
Changing the brake fl uid ................ 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
cables ......................................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the throttle
grip and cable ............................. 6-23
Lubricating the front and rear brake
levers .......................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand ................................. 6-23
Checking the front fork ................... 6-24
Checking the steering .................... 6-25
Checking the wheel bearings ......... 6-25
Battery ............................................ 6-25
Replacing the fuses ........................ 6-27
Replacing a headlight bulb ............. 6-28
Tail/brake light ................................ 6-29
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb ............................................. 6-29
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ..... 6-30
Replacing a rear turn signal light
bulb ............................................. 6-31
License plate light .......................... 6-31
Troubleshooting ............................. 6-32
Troubleshooting charts ................... 6-33
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DESCRIPTION1. Headlight (Page 6-28)
2. Auxiliary light (page 6-30)
3. Front turn signal light (page 6-29)
4. Brake fl uid reservoir (page 6-21)
5. Passenger footrest (page 3-12)
6. V-belt air fi lter case cover (page 6-15)
7. Centerstand (page 6-23)
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Left view
8. Air fi lter (page 6-15)
9. Carrier (page 3-14)
10. Rear turn signal light (page 6-31)
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DESCRIPTION
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view1. Tail/brake light (page 6-29)
2. Muffl er (page 3-10)
3. Fuel tank cap (page 3-8)
4. Coolant reservoir (page 6-13)
5. Shock absorber assembly (page 3-13)
6. Seat (page 3-11)
7. Rear storage compartment (page 3-13)8. Spark plug (page 6-9)
9. Battery (page 6-25)
10. Fuse box (page 6-27)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Handlebar switchesLeft
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1. Dimmer switch “%/&”
2. Turn signal switch “4/6”
3. Horn switch “*”Right
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1. Start switch “,”
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Dimmer switch “&/%”
Set this switch to “&” for the high
beam and to “%” for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch “4/6”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “6”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “4”. When
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn
signal lights, push the switch in after it
has returned to the center position.
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Horn switch “*”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Start switch “,”
Push this switch while applying the
front or rear brake to crank the en-
gine with the starter. See page 5-1 for
starting instructions prior to starting
the engine.
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Front brake lever
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1. Front brake leverThe front brake lever is located on
the right handlebar grip. To apply the
front brake, pull this lever toward the
handlebar grip.
This model is equipped with a unifi ed
brake system.
As this system is mechanical, addi-
tional free play can be felt in the front
brake lever when the rear brake lever
is being applied. See “Rear brake
lever” for detailed information on the
unifi ed brake system.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Wheels and tires• Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.6-17~6-19
Brake levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.3-7~3-8, 6-23
Centerstand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-23
Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.-
Instruments, lights, signals
and switches• Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.3-2~3-7
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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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
dealer.
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WARNING
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of
control, which could cause an ac-
cident or injury.
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TIPThis model is equipped with a lean
angle sensor to stop the engine in
case of a turnover. To start the en-
gine after a turnover, be sure to turn
the main switch to “OFF” and then to
“ON”. Failing to do so will prevent the
engine from starting even though the
engine will crank when pushing the
start switch.
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Starting the engine
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NOTICESee page 5-3 for engine break-in
instructions prior to operating the
vehicle for the rst time.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
The engine trouble warning light
and coolant temperature warning
light should come on for a few
seconds, then go off.
NOTICE:
If
a warning light does not go off,
have a Yamaha dealer check its
electrical circuit.
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2. Close the throttle completely.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch while applying the
front or rear brake.
NOTICE:
For
maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine
is cold!
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If the engine does not start, re-
lease the start switch, wait a few
seconds, and then try again.
Each starting attempt should be
as short as possible to preserve the battery. Do not crank the en-
gine more than 10 seconds on
any one attempt.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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TIP● Air fi lter and V-belt fi lter
• This model’s air fi lter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with
compressed air to avoid damaging it.
• The air fi lter element needs to be replaced and V-belt fi lter needs to be serviced more frequently when riding in
unusually wet or dusty areas.● Hydraulic brake service
• After disassembling the brake master cylinder and caliper, always change the fl uid. Regularly check the brake
fl uid level and fi ll the reservoir as required.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and caliper, and change the brake
fl uid.
• Replace the brake hose every four years and if cracked or damaged.NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi)6000 km
(3500 mi)
12000 km
(7000 mi)18000 km
(10500 mi)24000 km
(14000 mi)
23Moving parts and ca-
bles• Lubricate.
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24 * Throttle grip• Check operation.
• Check throttle grip free play, and adjust if necessary.
• Lubricate cable and grip housing.√√√√ √
25 *Lights, signals and
switches• Check operation.
• Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√ √
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Tail/brake light
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1. Tail/brake lightThis model is equipped with an LED-
type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come
on, have a Yamaha dealer check it.
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Replacing a front turn signal
light bulbIf a front turn signal light burns out, re-
place it as follows.
1. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-7.)
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
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1. Turn signal light bulb socket
3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into
position, and then secure it with
the bulb holder.
5. Connect the coupler, and then in-
stall the headlight bulb cover.
6. Install the cowling together with
the headlight unit.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
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