2017 YAMAHA XMAX 300 Owners Manual

Safety information
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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.
z 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.
z Do not run engine in poorly venti-
lated or partially enclosed areas
such as barns, garages, or car-
ports.
z Do not run engine outdoors where
engine exhaust can be drawn into
a building through openings such
as windows and doors.
Loa din g
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 overloa
ded vehicle
coul d cause an acci dent.
When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind: z 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.
z 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.
z This vehicle is not desi gne d to
pull a trailer or to be attached to
a si decar.
Maximum loa d:
161 kg (355 lb)
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Safety information
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1Genuine 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, an d
Mo difications
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. z 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 accessories
are 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.
z 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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Safety information
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Aftermarket Tires an
d Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
scooter were designed to match the
performance capabilities and to pro-
vide the best combination of handling,
braking, and comfort. Other tires, rims,
sizes, and combinations may not be
appropriate. Refer to page 7-19 for tire
specifications and more information on
replacing your tires.
Transportin g the Scooter
Be sure to observe following instruc-
tions before transporting the scooter in
another vehicle. z Remove all loose items from the
scooter.
z Point the front wheel straight
ahead on the trailer or in the truck
bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
vent movement.
z Secure the scooter with tie-downs
or suitable straps that are at-
tached to solid parts of the scoot-
er, such as the frame or upper
front fork triple clamp (and not, for
example, to rubber-mounted han-
dlebars or turn signals, or parts
that could break). Choose the lo-
cation for the straps carefully so
the straps will not rub against
painted surfaces during transport.
z The suspension should be com-
pressed somewhat by the tie-
downs, if possible, so that the
scooter will not bounce exces-
sively during transport.
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Further safe-ri din g points
z Be sure to signal clearly when
making turns.
z Braking can be extremely difficult
on a wet road. Avoid hard braking,
because the scooter could slide.
Apply the brakes slowly when
stopping on a wet surface.
z Slow down as you approach a
corner or turn. Once you have
completed a turn, accelerate
slowly.
z Be careful when passing parked
cars. A driver might not see you
and open a door in your path.
z Railroad crossings, streetcar rails,
iron plates on road construction
sites, and manhole covers be-
come extremely slippery when
wet. Slow down and cross them
with caution. Keep the scooter up-
right, otherwise it could slide out
from under you.
z The brake pads or linings could
get wet when you wash the scoot-
er. After washing the scooter,
check the brakes before riding.
z Always wear a helmet, gloves,
trousers (tapered around the cuff
and ankle so they do not flap), and
a brightly colored jacket.
z Do not carry too much luggage on
the scooter. An overloaded scoot-
er is unstable. Use a strong cord
to secure any luggage to the carri-
er (if equipped). A loose load will
affect the stability of the scooter
and could divert your attention
from the road. (See page 1-3.)
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Description
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Left view
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1. Storage compartment A (page 4-20)
2. Owner’s tool kit (page 7-2)
3. Grab bar (page 6-3)
4. Air filter element (page 7-14)
5. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 4-25)
6. Final transmission oil filler cap (page 7-12)
7. Final transmission oil drain bolt (page 7-12)
8. V-belt case air filter element (page 7-14)
9. Engine oil drain bolt (page 7-9)
10.Engine oil filter element (page 7-9)
11.Sidestand (page 4-26)
12.Spark plug (page 7-8)
13.Coolant reservoir (page 7-13)
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Description
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Right view
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1. Rear storage compartment (page 4-20)
2. Fuel tank cap (page 4-17)
3. Storage compartment B (page 4-20)
4. Windshield (page 4-22)
5. Battery (page 7-29)
6. Fuses (page 7-30)
7. Centerstand (page 7-27)
8. Engine oil level check window (page 7-9)
9. Engine oil filler cap (page 7-9)
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Description
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Controls and instruments
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1. Rear brake lever (page 4-14)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 4-12)
3. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 7-23)
4. Speedometer (page 4-2)
5. Multi-function display (page 4-3)
6. Tachometer (page 4-3)
7. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 7-23)
8. Right handlebar switches (page 4-12)
9. Front brake lever (page 4-13)
10.Throttle grip (page 7-18)
11.Main switch (page 3-8)
12.Auxiliary DC jack (page 4-29)
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Smart key system
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Smart key system
The smart key system enables you to
operate the vehicle without using a
mechanical key. In addition, there is an
answer-back function to help you lo-
cate the vehicle in a parking lot. (See
page 3-5.)
WARNING
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zKeep implante d pacemakers or
car diac defi brillators, as well as
other electric me dical devices
away from the vehicle mounted
antenna (see illustration).
z Radio waves transmitte d b y the
antenna may affect the opera-
tion of such devices when close
b y. z
If you have an electric me dical
d evice, consult a doctor or the
d evice manufacturer before us-
in g this vehicle.
NOTICE
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The smart key system uses weak ra-
dio waves. The smart key system
may not work in the followin g situa-
tions. z The smart key is place d in a lo-
cation exposed to strong ra dio
waves or other electroma gnetic
noise
z There are facilities near by that
are emittin g stron g ra dio waves
(TV or ra dio towers, power
plants, broa dcastin g stations,
airports, etc.)
z You are carryin g or usin g com-
munication equipment such as
ra dios or mo bile phones in
close proximity of the smart key
z The smart key is in contact with
or covere d b y a metallic o bject
z Other vehicles equippe d with a
smart key system are near by1. Smart key
2. Smart key button
1. Main switch
2. Main switch knob
1
2
2
1
1. Vehicle mounted antenna
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Smart key system
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3In such situations, move the smart
key to another location an
d perform
the operation ag ain. If it still does
not work, operate the vehicle in
emer gency mo de. (See pag e 7-38.)
TIP
To preserve vehicle battery power, the
smart key system turns off approxi-
mately 9 days after the vehicle was last
used (the answer-back function is dis-
abled). In this situation, simply push
the main switch knob to turn the smart
key system back on.
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Operating ran ge of the smart
key system
The operating range of the smart key
system is about 80 cm (31.5 in) from
the main switch.
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z As the smart key system uses
weak radio waves, the operating
range may be affected by the sur-
rounding environment.
z When the battery of the smart key
is discharged, the smart key may
not work or its operating range
may become very small.
z If the smart key is turned off, the
vehicle will not recognize the
smart key even if it is within oper-
ating range. If the smart key sys-
tem does not operate, see page
3-5 and confirm that the smart key
is turned on.
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