2016 YAMAHA TMAX brake

Operation and important riding points
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Braking
WARNING
EWA10301
Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over to
one side), otherwise the scooter
may skid or overturn.
Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road con-
struction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slow
down when approaching such
areas and cross them with cau-
tion.
Keep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more difficult.
Ride slowly down a hill, as brak-
ing downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes simultaneously while gradually in-
creasing the pressure.
Front Rear
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
EAU17246
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
EWA10322
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
EWA15123
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 1-2 for more in-
formation about carbon monox-
ide.
WARNING
EWA15461
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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General maintenance and lubrication chart
NO. ITEM
1 Air filter element Replace. 
2 *V-belt case air filter
elements Clean.

Replace. 
3 *Front brake Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage. 
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
4 *Rear brake Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage. 
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
5 *Brake hoses Check for cracks or damage.
Check for correct routing and
clamping. 
Replace. Every 4 years
6 *Brake fluid Change. Every 2 years
7 Rear brake lock
cable Check cable length.
Adjust if necessary.
4000 km (2400 mi) after
the initial 1000 km (600 mi) and every 5000 km (3000 mi) thereafter
8 *Rear brake lock Check operation.
Check rubber boot.
Check wear indicator.
Adjust if necessary. 
9 *Wheels Check runout and for damage. 
10 *Tires Check tread depth and for
damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary. 
11 *Wheel bearings Check bearings for looseness
or damage. 
12 *Drive belt Check belt condition.
Replace if damaged.
Check belt tension.
Adjust if necessary. Every 10000 km (6000
mi) until 40000 km (24000 mi), and every 5000 km (3000 mi) thereafterX 1000 km
CHECK OR
MAINTENANCE JOB
X 1000 mi
ODOMETER READINGS
ANNUAL CHECK
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13 *Drive pulley and
drive axle Lubricate.
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14 *Steering bearings Check bearing play and
steering for roughness. 
Lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
15 *Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts
and screws are properly
tightened. 
16 Front brake lever
pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease.

17 Rear brake lever
pivot shaft Lubricate with silicone grease.

18 Sidestand,
centerstand Check operation.
Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. 
19 *Sidestand switch Check operation. 
20 *Front fork Check operation and for oil
leakage. 
21 *Shock absorber
assembly Check operation and shock
absorber for oil leakage. 
22 Engine oil Change. (See pages 4-6 and
7-10.) When the oil change
indicator flashes
Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. Every 5000 km (3000 mi)
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23 Engine oil filter
cartridge Replace.

24 *Cooling system Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage. 
Change coolant. Every 3 years
25 *V- b e l t Replace. When the V-belt replacement
indicator flashes [every 20000 km (12500 mi)]
26 *Front and rear
brake switches Check operation.
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NO. ITEM
X 1000 km
CHECK OR
MAINTENANCE JOB
X 1000 mi
ODOMETER READINGS
ANNUAL CHECK
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Engine air filter and V-belt air filters This model’s engine air fi lter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper
element, which must not be cleaned wi th compressed air to avoid damaging
it.
The engine air filter element needs to be replaced and the V-belt air filter el- ements need to be serviced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or
dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake service After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always change the fluid. Regularly check the brake fluid levels and fill the reservoirs
as required.
Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylin-
ders and calipers, and change the brake fluid.
Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
27 Moving parts and
cables Lubricate.
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28 *Throttle grip Check operation.
Check throttle grip free play,
and adjust if necessary.
Lubricate cable and grip housing. 
29 *Lights, signals and
switches Check operation.
Adjust headlight beam.
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NO. ITEM
X 1000 km
CHECK OR
MAINTENANCE JOB
X 1000 mi
ODOMETER READINGS
ANNUAL CHECK
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WARNING
EWA10512
Never overload your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded vehicle could
cause an accident.
Tire inspection
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 Yamaha dealer re-
place the tire immediately.
TIP
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations.
WARNING
EWA10472
Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the vehi-
cle with excessively worn tires
decreases riding stability and
can lead to loss of control.
The replacement of all wheel
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience to do so.
Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire
surface must first be “broken
in” for it to develop its optimal
characteristics.
Tire information
This model is equipped with tubeless
tires and tire air valves.
Tires age, even if they have not been
used or have only been used occasion-
ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall
rubber, sometimes accompanied by
carcass deformation, is an evidence of
ageing. Old and aged tires shall be
checked by tire specialists to ascertain
their suitability for further use.
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires): Up to 90 kg (198 lb) load:Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm
2, 33 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2, 36 psi)
90 kg (198 lb) to maximum load:
Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm
2, 33 psi)
Rear:
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm
2, 41 psi)
Maximum load*: 193 kg (425 lb) (XP500A)
196 kg (432 lb) (XP500)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car- go and accessories
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire tread depth
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Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.6 mm (0.06 in)
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Checking the fr ont and rear
brake lever free play
Front
Rear
There should be no free play at the
brake lever ends. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
WARNING
EWA14212
A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
lever can indicate the presence of air
in the hydraulic system. If there is air
in the hydraulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer bleed the system be-
fore operating the vehicle. Air in the
hydraulic system will diminish the
braking performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control and an acci-
dent.
1. No brake lever free play
1. No brake lever free play
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Adjusting the rear brake lock
cable
Rear brake lock cable adjustment may
be required if the rear brake lock lever
does not hold properly. When the rear
brake lock lever is not in use, the rear
brake lock cable length should mea-
sure 43–45 mm (1.69–1.77 in) at the
rear brake caliper.
Periodically check the rear brake lock
cable length and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
To increase the rear brake lock cable
length, turn the adjusting nut at the rear
brake caliper in direction (a). To de-
crease the rear brake lock cable length,
turn the adjusting nut in direction (b).
WARNING! If proper adjustment
cannot be obtained as described,
have a Yamaha dealer make this ad-
justment.
[EWA16151]
Check that the rear brake lock is re-
leased, and then make sure that the
rear wheel could rotate smoothly.
EAU52293
Checking the rear brake lock
The rear brake lock must be checked at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. 1. Adjust the rear brake lock cable.
2. Apply the rear brake lock, and then try to push the vehicle to confirm
that the rear brake lock functions
properly.
3. The rear brake lock caliper is pro- vided with a wear indicator, which
allows you to check the rear brake
lock pads. To check the rear brake
lock pads, check the position of the
indicator when the rear brake lock
lever is applied. If the indicator has
passed the wear indicator groove,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
rear brake lock.
4. Make sure that there are no tears or cracks on the rubber boot.
1. Adjusting nut
2. Rear brake lock cable length
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(b)
1. Wear indicator groove
2. Wear indicator
3. Rubber boot
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