2012 YAMAHA XMAX 125 tires

SAFETY INFORMATION .....................1-1
Further safe-riding points .................1-5
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-3
Controls and instruments .................2-5
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ........................................3-1
Immobilizer system ...........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-2
Indicator and warning lights .............3-4
Turn signal indicator lights ...............3-4
High beam indicator light ................3-4
Engine trouble warning light ............3-4
ABS warning light
(for ABS models) ...........................3-4
Immobilizer system indicator light ....3-5
Speedometer ....................................3-5
Tachometer .......................................3-6
Multi-function display .......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...............3-11
Handlebar switches ........................3-11
Pass switch ....................................3-12
Dimmer switch ...............................3-12
Turn signal switch ..........................3-12
Horn switch ...................................3-12
Start switch ....................................3-12
Hazard switch ................................3-12
Front brake lever.............................3-12Rear brake lever..............................3-13
ABS (for ABS models) ....................3-13
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-14
Fuel .................................................3-15
Catalytic converters ........................3-16
Securing bracket ............................3-17
Seat.................................................3-17
Storage compartments ...................3-18
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies...................................3-19
Travel trunk .....................................3-20
Sidestand ........................................3-22
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-22
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...............4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ..................................5-1
Starting the engine ...........................5-1
Starting off ........................................5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ..........5-3
Braking..............................................5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption..................................5-4
Engine break-in.................................5-4
Parking ..............................................5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ....................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................6-2Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ...............6-3
General maintenance and lubrication
chart ..............................................6-4
Removing and installing the cowling
and panel.......................................6-8
Checking the spark plug ..................6-9
Engine oil ........................................6-10
Final transmission oil ......................6-13
Coolant ...........................................6-14
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ......................................6-16
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ..............................................6-17
Valve clearance ...............................6-18
Tires ................................................6-18
Cast wheels ....................................6-20
Checking the front and rear brake
lever free play ..............................6-20
Checking the front and rear brake
pads.............................................6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-22
Changing the brake fluid ................6-23
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable .................6-23
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .................................6-24
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand .........6-24
Checking the front fork ...................6-25
Checking the steering.....................6-26
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Do not run engine outdoors whe-
re engine exhaust can be drawn
into a building through openings
such as windows and doors.
Loading
Adding accessories or cargo to your
scooter can adversely affect stability
and handling if the weight distribution
of the scooter is changed. To avoid
the possibility of an accident, use
extreme caution when adding cargo
or accessories to your scooter. Use
extra care when riding a scooter that
has added cargo or accessories.
Here, along with the information
about accessories below, are some
general guidelines to follow if loading
cargo to your scooter:
The total weight of the operator, pas-
senger, accessories and cargo must
not exceed the maximum load limit.
Operation of an overloaded vehicle
could cause an accident.When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind:
Cargo and accessory weight
should be kept as low and close
to the scooter as possible. Secu-
rely pack your heaviest items as
close to the center of the vehicle
as possible and make sure to dis-
tribute the weight as evenly as
possible on both sides of the
scooter to minimize imbalance or
instability.
Shifting weights can create a
sudden imbalance. Make sure
that accessories and cargo are
securely attached to the scooter
before riding. Check accessory
mounts and cargo restraints fre-
quently.
Properly adjust the suspension
for your load (suspension-
adjustable models only), and
check the condition and pres-
sure of your tires.
Never attach any large or
heavy items to the handlebar,
front fork, or front fender. Such
items can create unstablehandling or a slow steering res-
ponse.
This vehicle is not designed to
pull a trailer or to be attached
to a sidecar.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle
is an important decision. Genuine
Yamaha accessories, which are avai-
lable only from a Yamaha dealer, have
been designed, tested, and approved
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
Many companies with no connection
to Yamaha manufacture parts and
accessories or offer other modifica-
tions for Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is
not in a position to test the products
that these aftermarket companies
produce. Therefore, Yamaha can neit-
her endorse nor recommend the use
of accessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories,
and Modifications
While you may find aftermarket pro-
Maximum load:
YP125R 182 kg (401 lb)
YP125RA 179 kg (395 lb)
YP125R Sport: 180.5 kg (398 lb)
YP125RA Business: 171.8 kg
(379 lb)
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ducts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accesso-
ries or modifications are not suitable
because of potential safety hazards to
you or others. Installing aftermarket
products or having other modifica-
tions performed to your vehicle that
change any of the vehicle’s design or
operation characteristics can put you
and others at greater risk of serious
injury or death. You are responsible
for injuries related to changes in the
vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Loa-
ding” when mounting accessories.
Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the per-
formance of your scooter. Care-
fully inspect the accessory befo-
re using it to make sure that it
does not in any way reduce
ground clearance or cornering
clearance, limit suspension tra-
vel, steering travel or control ope-
ration, or obscure lights or reflec-
tors. Accessories fitted to the hand-
lebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to impro-
per weight distribution or
aerodynamic changes. If
accessories are added to the
handlebar or front fork area,
they must be as lightweight as
possible and should be kept to
a minimum.
Bulky or large accessories may
seriously affect the stability of
the scooter due to aerodyna-
mic effects. Wind may attempt
to lift the scooter, or the scoo-
ter may become unstable in
cross winds. These accesso-
ries may also cause instability
when passing or being passed
by large vehicles.
Certain accessories can dis-
place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the fre-
edom of movement of the ope-
rator and may limit control abi-
lity, therefore, such acces-
sories are not recommended. Use caution when adding elec-
trical accessories. If electrical
accessories exceed the capa-
city of the scooter’s electrical
system, an electric failure
could result, which could cau-
se a dangerous loss of lights or
engine power.
Aftermarket Tires and Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
scooter were designed to match the
performance capabilities and to pro-
vide the best combination of hand-
ling, braking, and comfort. Other tires,
rims, sizes, and combinations may
not be appropriate. Refer to page
6-18 for tire specifications and more
information on replacing your tires.
EWA15470
Be sure to observe following ins-
tructions before transporting the
scooter in another vehicle.
Remove all loose items from
the scooter.
WARNING
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ITEM CHECKS PAGE



Rear brake 6-20, 6-21, 6-22




Throttle grip
6-17, 6-23
and grip housing.

Wheels and tires
6-18, 6-20

Brake levers
6-24
Centerstand, sidestand
6-24
Chassis fasteners
—
Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation.
and switches—
Sidestand switch
3-22
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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General maintenance and lubrication chart
ODOMETER READING
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBANNUAL
1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 kmCHECK
(600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi)
1Air filter element33
2V-belt case air filter
element333 3

3*Front brakevehicle for fluid leakage.33 3 3 3 3
Whenever worn to the limit

4*Rear brakevehicle for fluid leakage.33 3 3 3 3
Whenever worn to the limit
5*Brake hoses333 33 Every 4 years
6*Wheels333 3

damage.
7*Tires333 33


8*Wheel bearings
damage.333 3

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Valve clearance
The valve clearance changes with
use, resulting in improper air-fuel mix-
ture and/or engine noise. To prevent
this from occurring, the valve clearan-
ce must be adjusted by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
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Tires
To maximize the performance, durabi-
lity, and safe operation of your vehi-
cle, note the following points regar-
ding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be chec-
ked and, if necessary, adjusted befo-
re each ride.
EWA10501
Operation of this vehicle with
improper tire pressure may cause
severe injury or death from loss of
control.
The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperatu-re of the tires equals the
ambient temperature).
The tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with
the riding speed and with the
total weight of rider, passenger,
cargo, and accessories appro-
ved for this model.
Tire air pressure (measured on
cold tires):
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)
90 kg – mximum 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)
Maximum load*:
YP125R 182 kg (401 lb)
YP125RA 179 kg (395 lb)
YP125R Sport 180.5 kg (398 lb)
YP125RA Business 171.8 kg (379 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger,
cargo and accessories WARNING
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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EWA10511
Never overload your vehicle. Ope-
ration of an overloaded vehicle
could cause an accident.
Tire inspection
1. Tire tread depth
2. Tire sidewall
The tires must be checked before
each ride. If the center tread depth
reaches the specified limit, if the tire
has a nail or glass fragments in it, or if
the sidewall is cracked, have a Yama-
ha dealer replace the tire immediately.
TIP
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always
comply with the local regulations.
Tire information
This model is equipped with tubeless
tires.
After extensive tests, only the tires lis-
ted below have been approved for
this model by Yamaha Motor España
S.A.
EWA10470
Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
vehicle with excessively worn
tires decreases riding stability
and can lead to loss of control.
The replacement of all wheel
and brake related parts, inclu-
WARNING
Front tire:
Size:
120/70-15 M/C 56P(PIRELLI-
METZELER)-56S(MICHELIN)
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI / GTS23
MICHELIN / GOLD STANDARD
MICHELIN / CITYGRIP
METZELER / FEELFREE
Rear tire:
Size:
140/70-14 M/C 68P(PIRELLI-
METZELER)-68S(MICHELIN)
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI / GTS24
MICHELIN / GOLD STANDARD
MICHELIN / CITYGRIP
METZELER / FEELFREEMinimum tire tread depth (front
and rear):
1.6 mm (0.06 in)
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WARNING
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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After extensive tests, only the tires lis-
ted below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

ding the tires, should be left to
a Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional know-
ledge and experience.EAU21961
Cast wheels
To maximize the performance, durabi-
lity, and safe operation of your vehi-
cle, note the following points regar-
ding the specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be chec-
ked for cracks, bends or warpage
before each ride. If any damage
is found, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair
to the wheel. A deformed or crac-
ked wheel must be replaced.
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced.
An unbalanced wheel can result
in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
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Checking the front and rear
brake lever free play
Front
1. Brake lever free play
Rear
1. Brake lever free play
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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