2020 YAMAHA NMAX 125 recommended oil

For your safety – pre-operation checks
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EAU1559B
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating 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 accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in
this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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.6-15, 6-16
Engine oil• Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.9-11
Final transmission oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 9-13
Coolant• Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage.9-15
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.9-21, 9-22, 9-23
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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9
EAU36112
CanisterThis model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere. Before operating
this vehicle, make sure to check the
following:
Check each hose connection.
Check each hose and canister for
cracks or damage. Replace if
damaged.
Make sure that the canister
breather is not blocked, and if
necessary, clean it.
EAU66994
Engine oil and oil strainerThe engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil strainer
cleaned at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
tles, remove the engine oil filler
cap, wipe the engine oil dipstick
clean, insert it back into the oil fill-
er hole (without screwing it in), and
then remove it again to check the
oil level. WARNING! The muffler
and muffler protector become
very hot during use. To avoid
possible burns, let the muffler
and protector cool before re-
moving the oil filler cap.
[EWA17810]
TIPThe engine oil should be between the
tip of the dipstick and the maximum
level mark.4. If the engine oil is not between the
tip of the dipstick and the maxi-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
5. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler
hole, and then tighten the oil filler
cap.
1. Canister
2. Canister breather
2
1
1. Oil filler hole
2. O-ring
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Maximum level mark
5. Tip of the engine oil dipstick
3245
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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9 To change the engine oil and clean
the oil strainer
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and engine oil drain bolts A and B
to drain the oil from the crankcase.
NOTICE: When removing the
engine oil drain bolt B, the O-
ring, compression spring, and
oil strainer will fall out. Take
care not to lose these parts.
[ECAT1022]
4. Clean the engine oil strainer with
solvent, and then check it for
damage and replace it if neces-
sary.
5. Install the engine oil strainer, com-
pression spring, new O-ring and
engine oil drain bolt B.TIPMake sure that the O-ring is properly
seated.
6. Install engine oil drain bolt A and
its new gasket, and then tighten
both drain bolts to their specified
torques.
7. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.TIPBe sure to wipe off spilled oil on any
parts after the engine and exhaust sys-
tem have cooled down.NOTICE
ECA24060
Make sure that no foreign material
enters the crankcase.
1. Engine oil drain bolt A
2. Gasket
3. Oil strainer
4. Compression spring
5. O-ring
6. Engine oil drain bolt B
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4
5
6
1
Tightening torque:
Engine oil drain bolt A:
20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 lb·ft)
Engine oil drain bolt B:
20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 lb·ft)
Recommended engine oil:
See page 11-1.
Oil quantity:
0.90 L (0.95 US qt, 0.79 Imp.qt)
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9 5. Remove the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its gasket to drain
the oil from the final transmission
case.6. Install the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its new gasket, and
then tighten the bolt to the speci-
fied torque.
TIPBefore installing the final transmis-
sion oil drain bolt and gasket, ap-
ply oil to them.
Wipe off any excess oil after-
wards.7. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended final transmis-
sion oil. WARNING! Make sure
that no foreign material enters
the final transmission case.
Make sure that no oil gets on
the tire or wheel.
[EWA11312]
8. Install the final transmission oil fill-
er cap and its new O-ring, and
then tighten the oil filler cap.
9. Check the final transmission case
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
1. Final transmission oil filler cap
2. O-ring
1. Final transmission oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
1
2
1 2
Tightening torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt:
20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 lb·ft)
Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 11-1.
Oil quantity:
0.10 L (0.11 US qt, 0.09 Imp.qt)
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TIPIf dirt or water was found in the check
hose, be sure to check the V-belt case
air filter element for excessive dirt or
damage and clean or replace it if nec-
essary.Cleaning the V-belt case air filter el-
ement
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
2. Remove the screws, and then pull
the V-belt case air filter element
cover outward and away from the
V-belt case.3. Pull the V-belt case air filter ele-
ment out, and then clean it with
solvent. After cleaning, remove
the remaining solvent by squeez-
ing the element. WARNING! Use
only a dedicated parts cleaning
solvent. To avoid the risk of fire
or explosion, do not use gaso-
line or solvents with a low flash
point.
[EWA10432]
NOTICE: To avoid
damaging the air filter element,
handle it gently and carefully,
and do not twist it.
[ECA10522]
4. Apply oil of the recommended
type to the entire surface of the
sponge material, and then
squeeze the excess oil out.TIPThe air filter element should be
wet but not dripping.
Check the air filter element for ex-
cessive dirt or damage and re-
place it if necessary.5. Insert the element into the V-belt
case.
6. Install the air filter element cover
by installing the screws.
1. V-belt case air filter element cover
2. Screw
2
1
2
1. V-belt case air filter element
1
Recommended oil:
Yamaha foam air filter oil or other
quality foam air filter oil
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Specifications
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Dimensions:Overall length:
1935 mm (76.2 in)
Overall width:
740 mm (29.1 in)
Overall height:
1160 mm (45.7 in)
Seat height:
765 mm (30.1 in)
Wheelbase:
1340 mm (52.8 in)
Ground clearance:
125 mm (4.92 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2.0 m (6.56 ft)Weight:Curb weight:
131 kg (289 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system:
Liquid cooled
Valve train:
SOHC
Number of cylinders:
Single cylinder
Displacement:
125 cm3
Bore × stroke:
52.0 × 58.7 mm (2.05 × 2.31 in)
Starting system:
Electric starter
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
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:
0.90 L (0.95 US qt, 0.79 Imp.qt)Final transmission oil:Type:
Motor oil SAE 10W-40 type SG or higher
Quantity:
0.10 L (0.11 US qt, 0.09 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):
0.13 L (0.14 US qt, 0.11 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes):
0.46 L (0.49 US qt, 0.40 Imp.qt)Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Unleaded gasoline only
Octane number (RON):
90
Fuel tank capacity:
7.1 L (1.9 US gal, 1.6 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
1.7 L (0.45 US gal, 0.37 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:
B2T1Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
110/70-13M/C 48P
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/SCOOT SMART LRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
130/70-13M/C 63P
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/SCOOT SMART LLoading:Maximum load:
167 kg (368 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Front brake:Type:
Hydraulic single disc brakeRear brake:Type:
Hydraulic single disc brakeFront suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
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