2018 YAMAHA XMAX 300 AUX

Table of contents
Safety 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
Smart key system ............................3-1
Smart key system............................3-1
Operating range of the smart key
system .........................................3-2
Handling of the smart key and
mechanical keys ..........................3-3
Smart key ........................................3-5
Replacing the smart key battery .....3-6
Main switch .....................................3-8
Instrument and control functions....4-1
Indicator lights and warning
lights ............................................4-1
Speedometer...................................4-2
Tachometer .....................................4-3
Multi-function display......................4-3
Handlebar switches.......................4-12
Front brake lever ...........................4-13
Rear brake lever ............................4-14
ABS ...............................................4-14
Traction control system.................4-15
Fuel tank cap.................................4-17
Fuel................................................4-18
Fuel tank overflow hose ................4-19
Catalytic converters .....................4-20
Storage compartments .................4-20
Windshield.....................................4-22
Handlebar position .......................4-25
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies .................................4-25
Sidestand ......................................4-26
Ignition circuit cut-off system........4-27
Auxiliary DC jack ..........................4-29For your safety – pre-operation
checks............................................... 5-1
Operation and important riding
points................................................. 6-1
Starting the engine.......................... 6-2
Starting off ...................................... 6-3
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 6-3
Braking............................................ 6-4
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption................................ 6-5
Engine break-in ............................... 6-5
Parking ............................................ 6-6
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment........................................ 7-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system.............. 7-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart........................... 7-4
Removing and installing the
panel ............................................ 7-7
Checking the spark plug ................. 7-8
Canister........................................... 7-9
Engine oil and oil filter element ....... 7-9
Final transmission oil .................... 7-12
Coolant ......................................... 7-13
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements .................................... 7-14
Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 7-18
Valve clearance ............................. 7-19
Tires .............................................. 7-19
Cast wheels .................................. 7-21
Checking the front and rear brake
lever free play ............................ 7-22
Checking the front and rear brake
pads........................................... 7-23
Checking the brake fluid level....... 7-23
Changing the brake fluid............... 7-24
Checking the V-belt ...................... 7-25
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 7-25
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 7-26
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Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers ............................... 7-26
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 7-27
Checking the front fork................. 7-27
Checking the steering................... 7-28
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-28
Battery .......................................... 7-29
Replacing the fuses ...................... 7-30
Headlights .................................... 7-32
Auxiliary lights............................... 7-32
Brake/tail light............................... 7-33
Front turn signal light.................... 7-33
Rear turn signal light bulb............. 7-34
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 7-34
Troubleshooting............................ 7-35
Troubleshooting charts................. 7-36
Emergency mode ........................ 7-38
Scooter care and storage............... 8-1
Matte color caution ........................ 8-1
Care ................................................ 8-1
Storage ........................................... 8-4
Specifications................................... 9-1
Consumer information................... 10-1
Identification numbers .................. 10-1
Diagnostic connectors.................. 10-2
Vehicle data recording.................. 10-2
Index................................................ 11-1
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Description
2-3
2
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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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Instrument and control functions
4-29
4
EAU78213
Auxiliary DC jack
WARNING
EWA14361
To prevent electrical shock or short-
circuiting, make sure that the cap is
installed when the auxiliary DC jack
is not being used.
NOTICE
ECA15432
The accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC jack should not be used
with the engine turned off, and the
load must never exceed 12 W (1 A),
otherwise the fuse may blow or the
battery may discharge.
This vehicle is equipped with an auxil-
iary DC jack located within storage
compartment A.
A 12-V accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC jack can be used when the
main switch is in the “ON” position and
should only be used when the engine is
running.
To use the auxiliary DC jack
1. Open storage compartment A.
(See page 3-9.)
2. Turn the main switch off.
3. Remove the auxiliary DC jack cap.
4. Turn the accessory off.5. Insert the accessory plug into the
auxiliary DC jack.
6. Turn the main switch on, and then
start the engine. (See page 6-2.)
7. Turn the accessory on.
1. Auxiliary DC jack cap
1
1. Auxiliary DC jack
1
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
7-31
7
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the main switch off and turn
off the electrical circuit in ques-
tion.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15132]
3. Turn the main switch on and turn
on the electrical circuit in question
to check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
1. Signaling system fuse 2
2. Signaling system fuse
3. ABS control unit fuse
4. Main fuse 2
5. Radiator fan motor fuse
6. Backup fuse
7. Spare fuse
8. ABS motor fuse
9. ABS solenoid fuse
10.Turn signal light and hazard fuse
11.Terminal fuse 1 (for auxiliary DC jack)
12.Answer back fuse
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7
Specified fuses:
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
Backup 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
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
7-32
7
EAU64070
Headlights
This model is equipped with LED-type
headlights.
If a headlight does not come on, have
a Yamaha dealer check its electrical
circuit.
NOTICE
ECA16581
Do not affix any type of tinted film or
stickers to the headlight lens.
EAU54502
Auxiliary lights
This model is equipped with LED-type
auxiliary lights.
If an auxiliary light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
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Specifications
9-2
9
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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Index
A
ABS ...................................................... 4-14
ABS warning light ................................... 4-1
Acceleration and deceleration................ 6-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................ 7-14
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 4-29
Auxiliary lights ...................................... 7-32
B
Battery .................................................. 7-29
Brake fluid, changing ........................... 7-24
Brake fluid level, checking ................... 7-23
Brake lever, front .................................. 4-13
Brake lever, rear ................................... 4-14
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 7-26
Brake/tail light ...................................... 7-33
Braking ................................................... 6-4
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-25
Canister .................................................. 7-9
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converters ............................. 4-20
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating ................................... 7-27
Coolant ................................................. 7-13
D
Data recording, vehicle ........................ 10-2
Diagnostic connectors ......................... 10-2
Dimmer/Pass switch ............................ 4-12
E
Emergency mode ................................. 7-38
Engine break-in ...................................... 6-5
Engine oil and oil filter element .............. 7-9
Engine serial number............................ 10-1
Engine trouble warning light................... 4-1
F
Final transmission oil ............................ 7-12
Front and rear brake lever free play,
checking............................................. 7-22
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 7-23
Front fork, checking ............................. 7-27
Front turn signal light ........................... 7-33
Fuel....................................................... 4-18
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 6-5
Fuel tank cap........................................ 4-17
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 4-19
Fuses, replacing ................................... 7-30
H
Handlebar position, adjusting .............. 4-25
Handlebar switches.............................. 4-12Hazard switch ....................................... 4-12
Headlights ............................................. 7-32
High beam indicator light........................ 4-1
Horn switch........................................... 4-12
I
Identification numbers .......................... 10-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............... 4-27
Indicator lights and warning lights .......... 4-1
K
Key, handling of smart and mechanical
keys ...................................................... 3-3
L
License plate light bulb, replacing ........ 7-34
M
Main switch............................................. 3-8
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 7-4
Maintenance, emission control
system .................................................. 7-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 8-1
Model label ........................................... 10-1
Multi-function display ............................. 4-3
O
Operating range of the smart key
system .................................................. 3-2
P
Panel, removing and installing ................ 7-7
Parking .................................................... 6-6
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
S
Safe-riding points ................................... 1-5
Safety information................................... 1-1
Shock absorber assemblies,
adjusting ............................................. 4-25
Sidestand .............................................. 4-26
Smart key ................................................ 3-5
Smart key battery, replacing................... 3-6
Smart key system ................................... 3-1
Smart key system indicator light ............ 4-2
Smart key system, troubleshooting ...... 7-35
Spark plug, checking .............................. 7-8
Specifications ......................................... 9-1
Speedometer .......................................... 4-2
Starting off .............................................. 6-3
Starting the engine.................................. 6-2
Steering, checking ................................ 7-28
Stop/Run/Start switch .......................... 4-12
Storage ................................................... 8-4
Storage compartments ......................... 4-20
T
Tachometer............................................. 4-3
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