2012 YAMAHA XMAX 250 ignition

EAU42701
Troubleshooting charts
Starting problems or poor engine performance
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.
1. FuelThere is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.
2. CompressionThere is compression.
There is no compression.Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plug
and check the electrodes.
3. IgnitionWipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or replace the spark plug.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.
4. BatteryThe engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.The battery is good.
Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
Dry
WetOperate the electric starter.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-32
6

Secondary reduction ratio:
40/14 (2.857)
Transmission type:
V-belt automatic
Operation:
Centrifugal automatic type
Chassis:Frame type:
Steel tube underbone
Caster angle:
28.00 º
Trail:
100.0 mm (3.94 in)
Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70-15 M/C 56P(PIRELLI-METZE-
LER)-56S(MICHELIN)
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI / GTS23
MICHELIN / GOLD STANDARD
MICHELIN / CITYGRIP
METZELER / FEELFREE
Rear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
140/70-14 M/C 68P(PIRELLI-METZE-
LER)-68S(MICHELIN)
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI / GTS24
MICHELIN / GOLD STANDARD
MICHELIN / CITYGRIPMETZELER / FEELFREE
Loading:Maximum load:
YP250R 175 kg (386 lb)
YP250RA 171 kg (377 lb)
YP250R Sport 173.5 kg (383 lb)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
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)
Loading condition:
90 kg - maximum 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)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
15 x MT3.5
Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
14 x MT3.75
Front brake:Type:
Single disc brakeOperation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Left hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
110.0 mm (4.33 in)
Rear suspension:Type:
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
95.0 mm (3.74 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:Model:
GTX9-BS
SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8

Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 Ah
Headlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Low beam headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W x 1
High beam headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W x 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W x 2
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W x 2
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W x 1
Meter lighting:
12 V, 2.0 W x 3
High beam indicator light:
12 V, 1.4 W x 1
Turn signal indicator light:
12 V, 1.4 W x 2
Engine trouble warning light:
12 V, 1.4 W x 1
ABS warning light (for ABS models):
12 V, 1.4 W x 1
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
30.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
7.5 A
Hazard fuse:
10.0 A
ECU fuse:
5.0 A
ABS control unit fuse (for ABS models):
5.0 A
ABS motor fuse (for ABS models):
30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse (for ABS models):
20.0 A
Backup fuse:
5.0 A
SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8

AABS (for ABS models)..............................3-13
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ..........3-4
Acceleration and deceleration ...................5-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................................6-15
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ........................3-11
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-30
BBattery......................................................6-25
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-21
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-22
Brake lever, front ......................................3-12
Brake lever, rear .......................................3-12
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-22
Braking .......................................................5-3
CCare............................................................7-1
Catalytic converters .................................3-16
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .......................................6-23
Coolant.....................................................6-13
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ...................................................6-8
DDimmer switch .........................................3-11
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-4
Engine oil .................................................6-10
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-4
FFinal transmission oil ...............................6-12
Front and rear brake lever free play.........6-19
Front and rear brake pads, checking ......6-20Front fork, checking .................................6-24
Fuel ..........................................................3-15
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-4
Fuel tank cap ...........................................3-14
Fuses, replacing .......................................6-26
HHandlebar switches .................................3-11
Hazard switch ..........................................3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-28
High beam indicator light...........................3-4
Horn switch ..............................................3-12
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-20
Immobilizer system ....................................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-4
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-30
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ......6-4
Maintenance, emission control system .....6-3
Matte color, caution ...................................7-1
Model label ................................................9-1
Multi-function display ................................3-6
PParking .......................................................5-5
Part locations .............................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-12
SSafe-riding points.......................................1-5
Safety information ......................................1-1
Seat ..........................................................3-17
Securing bracket ......................................3-17Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting....3-19
Sidestand .................................................3-20
Spark plug, checking .................................6-9
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer .............................................3-5
Start switch ..............................................3-12
Starting off .................................................5-2
Starting the engine.....................................5-1
Steering, checking ...................................6-24
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartments ............................3-18
TTachometer ................................................3-6
Tail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ...............................6-29
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-16
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-22
Tires .........................................................6-17
Tool kit ........................................................6-2
Troubleshooting .......................................6-30
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-32
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-4
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ....6-29
Turn signal switch ....................................3-12
VValve clearance ........................................6-17
Vehicle identification number .....................9-1
WWheel bearings, checking........................6-25
Wheels .....................................................6-19
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