SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7-3
7 windshield which does not affect your
visibility and which cannot be easily
recognized.
After cleaning
1. Dry the scooter with a chamois or
an absorbing cloth.
2. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
er to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the scooter dry completely be-
fore storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA10943
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires. If
necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent.
Before operating the scooter
test its braking performance
and cornering behavior.NOTICE
ECA10801
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIPConsult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.
Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from the
lens.
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7
EAU26304
StorageShort-term
Always store your scooter in a cool, dry
place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the
scooter.NOTICE
ECA10821
Storing the scooter in a poorly
ventilated room or covering it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water and humidity to
seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.Long-term
Before storing your scooter for several
months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.2. Drain the carburetor float chamber
by loosening the drain bolt; this
will prevent fuel deposits from
building up. Pour the drained fuel
into the fuel tank.
3. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
4. Perform the following steps to
protect the cylinder, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap
and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine
oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam-
age or injury from sparking,
make sure to ground thespark plug electrodes while
turning the engine over.
[EWA10952]
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
5. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
6. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the scooter so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
8. Remove the battery and fully char-
ge it. Store it in a cool, dry place
and charge it once a month. Do
not store the battery in an exces-
sively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm², 22 psi)
Rear:
160 kPa (1.60 kgf/cm², 23 psi)
Loading condition:
90–184 kg (198–406 lb)
Front:
150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm², 22 psi)
Rear:
160 kPa (1.60 kgf/cm², 23 psi)Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
12xMT3.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
12xMT3.50Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 3 or 4
Rear brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Left hand operationFront suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
120.0 mm (4.72 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
100.0 mm (3.94 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC CDI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
CB4L-B (GS), YB4L-B (YUASA)
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 4.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Incandescence
Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 35.0 W/35.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Meter lighting:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Oil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LEDFuses:Main fuse:
7.5 A
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INDEX
22-stroke engine oil .................................. 3-7AAcceleration and deceleration ................ 5-3
Air filter element, cleaning ...................... 6-9
Anti-theft device housing ....................... 3-8BBattery .................................................. 6-19
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-15
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-14
Brake lever, front .................................... 3-4
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 3-4
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 6-16
Brake pads and shoes, checking ......... 6-14
Braking ................................................... 5-3CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-16
Carburetor,adjusting............................. 6-10
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................. 3-6
Centerstand, checking and
lubricating........................................... 6-17
Cowling and panel, removing and
installing ............................................... 6-6DDimmer switch........................................ 3-4EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-4
Engine, starting a warm.......................... 5-2FFinal transmission oil .............................. 6-8
Front brake lever free play, checking ... 6-13
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-18
Fuel ......................................................... 3-5Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil tank
caps ..................................................... 3-5
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel level warning light........................... 3-2
Fuse, replacing..................................... 6-21
HHandlebar switches ............................... 3-3
Headlight bulb, replacing ..................... 6-21
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................ 3-4IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-2KKickstarter .............................................. 3-8LLuggage hook ........................................ 3-9MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control
system ................................................. 6-2
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1
Model label............................................. 9-1OOil level warning light ............................. 3-2PParking ................................................... 5-5
Part locations ......................................... 2-1RRear brake lever free play, adjusting.... 6-13SSafe-riding points................................... 1-5
Safety information .................................. 1-1Seat......................................................... 3-8
Spark plug, checking .............................. 6-7
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit ................................... 3-3
Starter (choke) lever................................ 3-7
Starting a cold engine............................. 5-1
Starting off .............................................. 5-2
Start switch ............................................. 3-4
Steering, checking ................................ 6-18
Storage ................................................... 7-4
TTail/brake light bulb, replacing ............. 6-22
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-16
Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 6-10
Tires ...................................................... 6-10
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-23
Troubleshooting chart........................... 6-24
Turn signal indicator light ....................... 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing............ 6-22
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-4VVehicle identification number ................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 6-19
Wheels .................................................. 6-12
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