2018 YAMAHA NMAX 150 brake

Instrument and control functions
3-12
3 
This ABS has a test mode which
allows the owner to experience
the pulsation at the brake levers
when the ABS is operating. How-
ever, special tools are required, so
please consult your Yamaha deal-
er.
NOTICE
ECA20100
Be careful not to damag e the wheel
sensor or wheel sensor rotor; other-
wise, improper performance of the
ABS will result.
EAU66690
Fuel tank cap
To remove the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then turn
it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be
released and the fuel tank cap can be
removed.
To install the fuel tank cap 1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the tank opening with the key inserted
in the lock and with the “ ” mark
facing forward.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
1. Front wheel sensor
2. Front wheel sensor rotor
1. Rear wheel sensor
2. Rear wheel sensor rotor
2
1
1
2
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Lock.
3. Unlock.
1. “ ” mark
1 2
3
1
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Instrument and control functions
3-19
3
Turn the key on.
Put the sidestand up.
Push the start switch while applying
either of the brake levers. The engine
will start.
Put the sidestand down.
If the engine stalls:
The sidestand switch is OK.
WARNING
The vehicle must be placed on the
centerstand during this inspection.
If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha dealer check the system
before riding.
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
4-1
4
EAU63440
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe oper-
ating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and
schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11152
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility
of an acci dent or equipment d amage. Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d
any pro blem. If a pro blem cannot be correcte d b y the proce dures provi ded
in this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKSPAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check fuel tank overflow hose for obstructions, cracks
or damage, and check hose connection. 3-13,
3-15
En gine oil • Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-10
Final transmission oil • Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-12
Coolant • Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified
level.
• Check cooling system for leakage. 6-13
Front brake • Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic
system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-23,
6-24, 6-25
Rear brake • Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic
system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-23,
6-24, 6-25
Throttle grip • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip
free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. 6-19,
6-27
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
4-2
4
Control cables • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary. 6-27
Wheels an d tires •Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. 6-20,
6-22
Brake levers • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
6-28
Centerstan d, si de-
stan d • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.
6-28
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.
• Tighten if necessary. —
Instruments, li ghts,
si gnals an d switches • Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.
—
Si destan d switch • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer
check vehicle. 3-17
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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Operation and important rid ing points
5-1
5
EAU15952
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10272
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lea d to loss of con-
trol, which coul d cause an acci dent
or injury.
EAU66721
Startin g the eng ine
NOTICE
ECA10251
See pag e 5-4 for en gine break-in in-
structions prior to operatin g the ve-
hicle for the first time.
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, the side-
stand must be up. See page 3-18 for more information. 1. Turn the main switch on. The engine trouble warning
light and the coolant temper-
ature warning light should
come on for a few seconds,
then go off.
 The ABS warning light should
come on and stay on until the
vehicle reaches a traveling
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h).
NOTICE
ECA15486
If a warnin g li ght does not come on
initially when the main switch is
turne d on, or if a warnin g li ght re-
mains on, see pa ge 3-3 for the corre-
spon din g warnin g li ght circuit
check.
2. Close the throttle completely.
3. While applying the front or rear brake, push the start switch.
If the engine does not start, re-
lease the start switch, wait a few
seconds, and then try again. Each
starting attempt should be as
short as possible to preserve the
battery. Do not crank the engine
more than 10 seconds on any one
attempt.
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Operation and important ri din g points
5-2
5
NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum en gine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!
EAU45093
Startin g off
1. While pulling the rear brake lever
with your left hand and holding the
grab bar with your right hand,
push the scooter off the center-
stand.
2. Sit astride the seat, and then ad- just the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signals on.
4. Check for oncoming traffic, and then slowly turn the throttle grip
(on the right) in order to take off.
5. Switch the turn signals off.
1. Grab bar
1
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Operation and important rid ing points
5-3
5
EAU16782
Acceleration an d d eceleration
The speed can be adjusted by opening
and closing the throttle. To increase
the speed, turn the throttle grip in di-
rection (a). To reduce the speed, turn
the throttle grip in direction (b).
EAU16794
Brakin g
WARNING
EWA10301
Avoi d b rakin g har d or su ddenly
(especially when leanin g over to
one si de), otherwise the scooter
may ski d or overturn.
 Railroa d crossin gs, streetcar
rails, iron plates on roa d con-
struction sites, an d manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slow
d own when approachin g such
areas an d cross them with cau-
tion.
 Keep in min d that b raking on a
wet roa d is much more difficult.
 Ride slowly d own a hill, as b rak-
in g d ownhill can be very d iffi-
cult.
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes simultaneously while gradually in-
creasing the pressure.
(b)
(a)
ZAUM0199
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-1
6
EAU17246
Periodic inspection, adjustment, and
lubrication will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition
possible. Safety is an obligation of the
vehicle owner/operator. The most im-
portant points of vehicle inspection,
adjustment, and lubrication are ex-
plained 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 vehi-
cle or performin g maintenance ac-
tivities incorrectly may increase
your risk of injury or death during
service or while usin g the vehicle. If
you are not familiar with vehicle ser-
vice, have a Yamaha d ealer perform
service.
WARNING
EWA15123
Turn off the en gine when performin g
maintenance unless otherwise
specified .
 A runnin g en gine has movin g
parts that can catch on body
parts or clothin g an d electrical
parts that can cause shocks or
fires.
 Runnin g the en gine while ser-
vicin g can lead to eye injury,
b urns, fire, or car bon monoxi de
poisonin g – possi bly lea din g to d
eath. See pag e 1-2 for more in-
formation a bout car bon monox-
i d e.
WARNING
EWA15461
Brake discs, calipers, drums, an d
linin gs can b ecome very hot durin g
use. To avoi d possi ble burns, let
b rake components cool before
touching them.
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