2015 YAMAHA XMAX 400 steering

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
FUNCTIONS...................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning
lights............................................ 3-3
Speedometer .................................. 3-5
Tachometer .................................... 3-6
Multi-function display ..................... 3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ............. 3-10
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-10
Front brake lever .......................... 3-11
Rear brake lever ........................... 3-12
ABS (for ABS models) .................. 3-12
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-13
Fuel ............................................... 3-14
Catalytic converters...................... 3-15
Seat .............................................. 3-16
Storage compartments................. 3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies ................................ 3-18
Sidestand ..................................... 3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-19FOR 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 ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Removing and installing panels ...... 6-8
Checking the spark plug ............... 6-11
Engine oil and oil filter element ..... 6-13
Final transmission oil..................... 6-15
Coolant.......................................... 6-16
Air filter elements and check
hoses and V-belt case air filter
element ...................................... 6-18
Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-20Valve clearance............................. 6-20
Tires .............................................. 6-21
Cast wheels .................................. 6-22
Checking the front and rear brake
lever free play ............................ 6-23
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-24
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-24
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-26
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers ............................... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand........ 6-27
Checking the front fork ................. 6-28
Checking the steering................... 6-29
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-29
Battery .......................................... 6-29
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-31
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 6-32
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-33
Front turn signal light .................... 6-33
Replacing a rear turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-33
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-34
Auxiliary light ................................ 6-35
Troubleshooting............................ 6-35U1SDE1E0.book Page 1 Monday, September 23, 2013 3:55 PM

SAFETY INFORMATION
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1Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing
carbon monoxide can cause head-
aches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea,
confusion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odor-
less, tasteless gas which may be pres-
ent even if you do not see or smell any
engine exhaust. Deadly levels of car-
bon monoxide can collect rapidly and
you can quickly be overcome and un-
able to save yourself. Also, deadly lev-
els of carbon monoxide can linger for
hours or days in enclosed or poorly
ventilated areas. If you experience any
symptoms of carbon monoxide poi-
soning, leave the area immediately, get
fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREAT-
MENT.
Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine exhaust
with fans or open windows and
doors, carbon monoxide can rap-
idly reach dangerous levels.
Do not run engine in poorly venti-
lated or partially enclosed areas
such as barns, garages, or car-
ports.Do not run engine outdoors where
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 acces-
sories to your scooter. Use extra care
when riding a scooter that has added
cargo or accessories. Here, along with
the information about accessories be-
low, are some general guidelines to fol-
low 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. Securely
pack your heaviest items as close
to the center of the vehicle as pos-
sible and make sure to distribute
the weight as evenly as possible
on both sides of the scooter to
minimize imbalance or instability.
Shifting weights can create a sud-
den imbalance. Make sure that
accessories and cargo are se-
curely attached to the scooter be-
fore riding. Check accessory
mounts and cargo restraints fre-
quently.
• Properly adjust the suspension
for your load (suspension-ad-
justable 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 unstable handling or
a slow steering response.
Maximum load:
YP400R 185 kg (408 lb)
YP400RA 181 kg (399 lb)
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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1 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 avail-
able 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 ac-
cessories or offer other modifications
for Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in
a position to test the products that
these aftermarket companies produce.
Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
dorse nor recommend the use of ac-
cessories 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 prod-
ucts 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 modifications
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 “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.
Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the per-
formance of your scooter. Careful-
ly inspect the accessory before
using it to make sure that it does
not in any way reduce ground
clearance or cornering clearance,
limit suspension travel, steering
travel or control operation, or ob-
scure lights or reflectors.
• Accessories fitted to the han-
dlebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improp-
er weight distribution or aerody-
namic changes. If accessoriesare 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 aerodynamic
effects. Wind may attempt to lift
the scooter, or the scooter may
become unstable in cross
winds. These accessories may
also cause instability when
passing or being passed by lar-
ge vehicles.
• Certain accessories can dis-
place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the
freedom of movement of the
operator and may limit control
ability, therefore, such accesso-
ries are not recommended.
Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical ac-
cessories exceed the capacity of
the scooter’s electrical system, an
electric failure could result, which
could cause a dangerous loss of
lights or engine power.
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments
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1. Rear brake lever (page 3-12)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-10)
3. Speedometer (page 3-5)
4. Multi-function display (page 3-6)
5. Tachometer (page 3-6)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-10)
7. Front brake lever (page 3-11)
8. Throttle grip (page 6-20)9. Front storage compartment B (page 3-16)
10.Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
11.Coolant level check window (page 6-16)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3Keep other immobilizer system
keys away from the main switch
as they may cause signal inter-
ference.
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Main switch/steering lockThe main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.TIPBe sure to use the standard key (black
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To
minimize the risk of losing the code re-
registering key (red bow), keep it in a
safe place and only use it for code re-
registering.
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ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight, li-
cense plate light and auxiliary lights
come on, and the engine can be start-
ed. The key cannot be removed.TIPThe headlights come on automatically
when the engine is started and stay on

sidestand is moved down.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10062
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF”
position, and then turn it to
“LOCK” while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steeringPush the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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(Parking)
The hazard lights and turn signal lights
can be turned on, but all other electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
NOTICE
ECA11021
Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
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Indicator lights and warning
lights
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Turn signal indicator lights “ ”
and“”
The corresponding indicator light
flashes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.1. Turn signal indicator lights “ ” and “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
4. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning
light “ ” (for ABS models)
5. Immobilizer system indicator lightZAUM1132
OIL CHANGE
1/21/2CLOCKOUT TEMP°CODO12
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4
5
ABS
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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11*Steering bearings• Check bearing play and steering
for roughness.√√√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease.Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
12*Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened.√√√√√
13Front brake lever
pivot shaft• Lubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
14Rear brake lever
pivot shaft• Lubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
15Sidestand, center-
stand• Check operation.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease.√√√√√
16*Sidestand switch• Check operation.√√√√√√
17*Front fork• Check operation and for oil leak-
age.√√√√
18*Shock absorber as-
semblies• Check operation and shock ab-
sorbers for oil leakage.√√√√
19 Engine oil• Change. (See pages 3-6 and
6-13.)√When the oil change indicator flashes
• Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage.Every 5000 km (3000 mi)√
20Engine oil filter ele-
ment• Replace.√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)
20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
(24000 mi)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Checking the steeringWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand. WARNING! To avoid inju-
ry, securely support the vehicle
so there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
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Checking the wheel bearingsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
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BatteryThe battery is located behind panel D.
(See page 6-8.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, securely
tightened.
WARNING
EWA10761
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe1. Positive battery lead (red)
2. Negative battery lead (black)
3. BatteryZAUM1035
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1
3
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