2013 YAMAHA XMAX 125 engine

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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EAU16820
Tips for reducing fuel con-
sumption Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:●
Avoid high engine speeds during
acceleration.
●
Avoid high engine speeds with no
load on the engine.
●
Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length of
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or at railroad crossings).
EAU16830
Engine break-in There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1000 km (600 mi). For
this reason, you should read the follow-
ing material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1000 km (600 mi). The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that might
result in engine overheating must be
avoided.
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0–500 km (0–300 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 5000
r/min.
500–1000 km (300–600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 7500
r/min. NOTICE: After 1000 km (600
mi) of operation, be sure to replace
the engine oil, final transmission oil
and the oil filter element.
[ECA12931]
1000 km (600 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.NOTICE
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●
Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.
●
If any engine trouble should oc-
cur during the engine break-in
period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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EAU17213
Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
WARNING
EWA10311
●
Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them and be burned.
●
Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasing the
risk of a fuel leak and fire.
●
Do not park near grass or other
flammable materials which
might catch fire.
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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 obligation of the vehi-
cle owner/operator. The most important
points of vehicle inspection, adjust-
ment, and lubrication are explained on
the following pages.
The intervals given in the periodic
maintenance charts should be simply
considered as a general guide under
normal riding conditions. However, de-
pending on the weather, terrain, geo-
graphical location, and individual use,
the maintenance intervals may need to
be shortened.
WARNING
EWA10321
Failure to properly maintain the ve-
hicle or performing maintenance ac-
tivities incorrectly may increase
your risk of injury or death during
service or while using the vehicle. If
you are not familiar with vehicle ser-
vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform
service.
WARNING
EWA15122
Turn off the engine when performing
maintenance unless otherwise
specified.●
A running engine has moving
parts that can catch on body
parts or clothing and electrical
parts that can cause shocks or
fires.
●
Running the engine while ser-
vicing can lead to eye injury,
burns, fire, or carbon monoxide
poisoning – possibly leading to
death. See page 1-3 for more in-
formation about carbon monox-
ide.WARNING
EWA10330
This scooter is designed for use on
paved roads only. If this scooter is
operated in abnormally dusty, mud-
dy or wet conditions, the air filter el-
ement should be cleaned or
replaced more frequently, otherwise
rapid engine wear may result. Con-
sult a Yamaha dealer for proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING
EWA15460
Brake discs, calipers, drums, and
linings can become very hot during
use. To avoid possible burns, let
brake components cool before
touching them.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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EAU17302
Emission controls not only function to
ensure cleaner air, but are also vital to
proper engine operation and maximum
performance. In the following periodic
maintenance charts, the services relat-
ed to emissions control are grouped
separately. These services require
specialized data, knowledge, and
equipment. Maintenance, replacement,
or repair of the emission control devic-
es and systems may be performed by
any repair establishment or individual
that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha
dealers are trained and equipped to
perform these particular services.
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Owner’s tool kit The owner’s tool kit is located under the
seat. (See page 3-17.)
The service information included in this
manual and the tools provided in the
owner’s tool kit are intended to assist
you in the performance of preventive
maintenance and minor repairs. How-
ever, additional tools such as a torque
wrench may be necessary to perform
certain maintenance work correctly.TIPIf you do not have the tools or experi-
ence required for a particular job, have
a Yamaha dealer perform it for you.
TIPFuse tongs and a bag containing spare
fuses are included in the owner’s tool
kit. Be careful not to lose these items
when opening the tool kit.
1. Owner’s tool kit
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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TIP●
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the UK, a
mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead.
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From 30000 km (17500 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6000 km (3500 mi).
●
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical
skills.
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Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 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)
1*Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or
damage.√√√√√
2 Spark plug Check condition.
Clean and regap.√√
Replace.√√
3*Valves Check valve clearance.
Adjust.√√√√
4*Fuel injection Check engine idle speed.√√√√√√
5*Muffler and exhaust
pipe Check the screw clamp(s) for
looseness.√√√√√
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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10*Steering bearings Check bearing play and steering
for roughness.√√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.Every 24000 km (14000 mi)
11*Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened.√√√√√
12Front brake lever
pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
13Rear brake lever
pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
14Sidestand, center-
stand Check operation.
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
15*Sidestand switch Check operation.√√√√√√
16*Front fork Check operation and for oil leak-
age.√√√√
17*Shock absorber as-
semblies Check operation and shock ab-
sorbers for oil leakage.√√√√
18 Engine oil Change. (See pages 3-6 and
6-10.)√When the oil change indicator flashes [5000 km (3000 mi) after
the initial 1000 km (600 mi) and every 6000 km (3500 mi) thereaf-
ter]
Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage.Every 3000 km (1800 mi)√
19Engine oil filter ele-
ment Replace.√√√ 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)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Engine air filter and V-belt air filters
This model’s engine air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with
compressed air to avoid damaging it.
The engine air filter element needs to be replaced and the V-belt air filter elements need to be serviced more frequent-
ly when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
20*Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage.√√√√√
Change coolant. Every 3 years
21Final transmission
oil Check vehicle for oil leakage.√√ √
Change.√√√
22*V- b e l t Replace. When the V-belt replacement indicator flashes [every 18000 km (10500 mi)]
23*Front and rear brake
switches Check operation.√√√√√√
24Moving parts and
cables Lubricate.√√√√√
25*Throttle grip Check operation.
Check throttle grip free play, and
adjust if necessary.
Lubricate cable and grip housing.√√√√√
26*Lights, signals and
switches Check operation.
Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√√ 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
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Panel A
To remove the panel1. Open the seat. (See page 3-17.)
2. Remove the screws, and then pull
the panel outward.TIPFor the Business version, the rear car-
rier and travel trunk are not shown for
better understanding.
For the Sport version, the backrest is
not shown for better understanding.
To install the panel1. Place the panel in the original posi-
tion, and then install the screws.
2. Close the seat.
EAU19622
Checking the spark plug The spark plug is an important engine
component, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode, it
should be removed and checked in ac-
cordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plug can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
ter electrode of the spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color
when the vehicle is ridden normally). If
the spark plug shows a distinctly differ-
ent color, the engine could be operating
improperly. Do not attempt to diagnose
such problems yourself. Instead, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
If the spark plug shows signs of elec-
trode erosion and excessive carbon or
other deposits, it should be replaced.
Specified spark plug:
NGK/CPR9EA-9
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