2018 YAMAHA XMAX 300 Owners Manual

Scooter care and storage
8-3
8 Cleaning the windshield
Avoid using any alkaline or strong acid
cleaner, gasoline, brake fluid, or any
other solvent. Clean the windshield
with a cloth or sponge dampened with
a neutral detergent, and after cleaning,
thoroughly wash it off with water. For
additional cleaning, use Yamaha Wind-
shield Cleaner or other quality cleaner.
Some cleaning compounds for plastics
may leave scratches on surfaces of the
windshield. Before using them, make a
test by polishing an area which does
not affect your visibility.
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
ECAU0022
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber parts, plastic parts or
headlight, taillight and meter
lenses, but treat them with a
suitable care product.
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
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Consult 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
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Storage
Short-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. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. 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 cylinderhead 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.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap. WARNING! To
prevent damage or injury
from sparking, make sure to
ground the spark plug elec-
trodes while turning the en-
gine over.
[EWA10952]
4. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. 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.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
7-29.
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Scooter care and storage
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8
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Make any necessary repairs before
storing the scooter.
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Specifications
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Dimensions:
Overall length:
2185 mm (86.0 in)
Overall width:
775 mm (30.5 in)
Overall height:
1415/1465 mm (55.7/57.7 in)
Seat height:
795 mm (31.3 in)
Wheelbase:
1540 mm (60.6 in)
Ground clearance:
135 mm (5.31 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2.6 m (8.53 ft)
Weight:
Curb weight:
179 kg (395 lb)
Engine:
Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system:
Liquid cooled
Valve train:
SOHC
Number of cylinders:
Single cylinder
Displacement:
292 cm³
Bore × stroke:
70.0 × 75.9 mm (2.76 × 2.99 in)
Compression ratio:
10.9 : 1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:
Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades:
10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA or MB
Engine oil quantity:
Oil change:
1.50 L (1.59 US qt, 1.32 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal:
1.60 L (1.69 US qt, 1.41 Imp.qt)
Final transmission oil:
Type:
SAE 10W-30 type SE motor oil
Quantity:
0.20 L (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp.qt)
Coolant quantity:
Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):
0.18 L (0.19 US qt, 0.16 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes):
1.10 L (1.16 US qt, 0.97 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity:
13 L (3.4 US gal, 2.9 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.4 L (0.63 US gal, 0.53 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:
Throttle body:
ID mark:
B741 00
Spark plug(s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/LMAR8A-9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:
Dry, centrifugal, shoe
Drivetrain:
Primary reduction ratio:
1.000
Final drive:
Gear
Secondary reduction ratio:
7.590 (48/18 x 37/13)
Transmission type:
V-belt automatic
Chassis:
Frame type:
Underbone
Caster angle:
26.5 °
Trail:
95 mm (3.7 in)
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Specifications
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Front tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70-15 M/C 56S
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/CITY GRIP
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
140/70-14 M/C 68S
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/CITY GRIP
Loading:
Maximum load:
161 kg (355 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
1 person:
Front:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
2 persons:
Front:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
15 x MT3.50
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
14 x MT4.00
Front brake:
Type:
Hydraulic single disc brake
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Hydraulic single disc brakeSpecified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring:
Coil spring
Shock absorber:
Hydraulic damper
Wheel travel:
110 mm (4.3 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Unit swing
Spring:
Coil spring
Shock absorber:
Hydraulic damper
Wheel travel:
79 mm (3.1 in)
Electrical system:
System voltage:
12 V
Ignition system:
TCI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
GTZ8V
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 7.0 Ah (10 HR)
Bulb wattage:
Headlight:
LED
Brake/tail light:
LED
Front turn signal light:
10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
LED
License plate light:
5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
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Specifications
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Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light:
LED
Smart key system indicator light:
LED
Traction control system indicator light:
LED
Fuse(s):
Main fuse:
20.0 A
Main fuse 2:
7.5 A
Terminal fuse 1:
2.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Signaling system fuse 2:
7.5 A
Radiator fan motor fuse:
7.5 A
Turn signal light and hazard fuse:
7.5 A
ABS control unit fuse:
7.5 A
ABS motor fuse:
30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
15.0 A
Answer back fuse:
2.0 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
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Consumer information
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Identification numbers
Record the vehicle identification num-
ber, engine serial number, and the
model label information in the spaces
provided below. These identification
numbers are needed when registering
the vehicle with the authorities in your
area and when ordering spare parts
from a Yamaha dealer.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26411Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the frame.
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The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your vehicle and may
be used to register it with the licensing
authority in your area.
EAU26442Engine serial number
The engine serial number is stamped
into the crankcase.
EAU26501Model label
The model label is affixed to the inside
of the rear storage compartment. (See
page 4-20.) Record the information on
this label in the space provided. This
information will be needed when order-
ing spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
1. Vehicle identification number
1
1. Engine serial number
1. Model label
1
ZAUM1502
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Consumer information
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EAUM3881
Diagnostic connectors
The ABS and Fuel Injection diagnostic
connectors are located as shown.
EAU85300
Vehicle data recording
This model’s ECU stores certain vehi-
cle data to assist in the diagnosis of
malfunctions and for research, statisti-
cal analysis and development purpos-
es.
Although the sensors and recorded
data will vary by model, the main data
points are: Vehicle status and engine perfor-
mance data
 Fuel-injection and emission-relat-
ed data
This data will be uploaded only when a
special Yamaha diagnostic tool is at-
tached to the vehicle, such as when
maintenance checks or service proce-
dures are performed.
Vehicle data uploaded will be handled
appropriately according to the follow-
ing Privacy Policy.
Privacy Policy
Yamaha will not disclose this data to a third party except in the following cas-
es. In addition, Yamaha may provide
vehicle data to a contractor in order to
outsource services related to the han-
dling of vehicle data. Even in this case,
Yamaha will require the contractor to properly handle the vehicle data we
provided and Yamaha will appropriate-
ly manage the data.  With the consent of the vehicle
owner
 Where obligated by law
 For use by Yamaha in litigation
 When the data is not related to an
individual vehicle nor owner
1. ABS diagnostic connector
2. FI diagnostic connector
ZAUM1511
2
1
https://www.yamaha-motor.eu/eu/
privacy/privacy-policy.aspx
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