2020 YAMAHA TMAX Owners Manual

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Make sure that no forei gn mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
12. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
13. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
14. Reset the oil change indicator. (See page 5-11.)
EAU85450
Why Yamalu beYAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA
Part born of the engineers’ passion
and belief that engine oil is an impor-
tant liquid engine component. We form
teams of specialists in the fields of me-
chanical engineering, chemistry, elec-
tronics and track testing, and have
them develop the engine together with
the oil it will use. Yamalube oils take full
advantage of the base oil’s qualities
and blend in the ideal balance of addi-
tives to make sure the final oil clears
our performance standards. Thus,
Yamalube mineral, semisynthetic and
synthetic oils have their own distinct
characters and value. Yamaha’s expe-
rience gained over many years of re-
search and development into oil since
the 1960’s helps make Yamalube the
best choice for your Yamaha engine.
EAUS1203
CoolantThe coolant level should be checked
regularly. In addition, the coolant must
be changed at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance chart.TIPIf genuine Yamaha coolant is not avail-
able, use an ethylene glycol antifreeze
containing corrosion inhibitors for alu-
minum engines and mix with distilled
water at a 1:1 ratio.
EAU52025
To check the coolant level
Since the coolant level varies with en-
gine temperature, check when the en-
gine is cold.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Hold the vehicle upright, or place it on the centerstand.
Recommen ded coolant:
YAMALUBE coolant
Coolant quantity: Coolant reservoir (max level mark): 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 1.54 L (1.63 US qt, 1.36 Imp.qt)
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8 3. Look at the coolant level through
the check window.
4. If the coolant is at or below the minimum level mark, remove the
left floorboard mat by pulling it up. 5. Remove the coolant reservoir cov-
er by removing the screws.
6. Remove the coolant reservoir cap. WARNING! Remove only the
coolant reservoir cap. Never at-
tempt to remove the ra diator
cap when the en gine is hot.
[EWA15162]
7. Add coolant to the maximum level
mark. NOTICE: If coolant is not
availa ble, use d istilled water or
soft tap water instea d. Do not
use har d water or salt water
since it is harmful to the en gine.
If water has been used instead
of coolant, replace it with cool-
ant as soon as possi ble, other-
wise the coolin g system will not
b e protecte d a gainst frost an d
corrosion. If water has been
a dde d to the coolant, have a
Yamaha dealer check the anti-
freeze content of the coolant as
soon as possi ble, otherwise the
effectiveness of the coolant will
b e re duce d.
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1. Coolant level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1. Floorboard mat
12
3
1
1. Coolant reservoir cover
2. Screw
1
2
1. Coolant reservoir cap
1
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8. Install the coolant reservoir cap.
9. Install the coolant reservoir cover.
10. Install the floorboard mat.
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Chan gin g the coolant
The coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart. Have a
Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
WARNING! Never attempt to remove the ra diator cap when the en gine is
hot.
[EWA10382] EAU88800
Replacin
g the eng ine air filter
element an d cleanin g the
check hoseThe engine air filter element should be
replaced at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance chart. Re-
place the air filter element more fre-
quently if you often ride in wet or dusty
conditions.
In addition, the air filter check hose
must be checked and cleaned by a
Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
To replace the air filter element
1. Remove panel C. (See page 8-9.)
2. Remove the air filter case cover by removing the screws. 3. Pull the air filter element out.
4. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case. NOTICE: Make
sure that the air filter element is
properly seated in the air filter
case. The en gine shoul d never
1. Screw
2. Air filter case cover
1. Air filter element
1
1
2
1
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e operated without the air filter
element installe d, otherwise the
piston(s) an d/or cylin der(s) may
b ecome excessively worn.
[ECA10482]
5. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
6. Install the panel.
EAU44735
Checkin g the eng ine idlin g
spee dCheck the engine idling speed and, if
necessary, have it corrected by a
Yamaha dealer.
EAU21386
Checkin g the throttle grip free
playMeasure the throttle grip free play as
shown.
Periodically check the throttle grip free
play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
dealer adjust it.
En gine i dlin g spee d:
1100–1300 r/min
1. Throttle grip free playThrottle grip free play:
1.0–3.0 mm (0.04–0.12 in)
1
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EAU21403
Valve clearanceThe valves are an important engine
component, and since valve clearance
changes with use, they must be
checked and adjusted at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
chart. Unadjusted valves can result in
improper air-fuel mixture, engine
noise, and eventually engine damage.
To prevent this from occurring, have
your Yamaha dealer check and adjust
the valve clearance at regular intervals.TIPThis service must be performed when
the engine is cold.
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TiresTires are the only contact between the
vehicle and the road. Safety in all con-
ditions of riding depends on a relatively
small area of road contact. Therefore, it
is essential to maintain the tires in good
condition at all times and replace them
at the appropriate time with the speci-
fied tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
before each ride.
WARNING
EWA10504
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or d eath from loss of
control.  The tire air pressure must b e
checked and a djuste d on col d
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the am bient
temperature).
 The tire air pressure must b e
a d juste d in accor dance with the
ri din g speed and with the total wei
ght of ri der, passen ger, car-
g o, an d accessories approve d
for this mo del.
WARNING
EWA10512
Never overloa d your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloa ded vehicle coul d
cause an acci dent.
Col d tire air pressure:
1 person: Front:225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Rear: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
2 persons:
Front:225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Rear:
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)
Maximum loa d:
Vehicle:
195 kg (430 lb) (XP560D)
197 kg (434 lb) (XP560E)
The vehicle’s maximum load is the
combined weight of the rider, pas-
senger, cargo, and any accessories.
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8 Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the center tread depth reaches
the specified limit, if the tire has a nail
or glass fragments in it, or if the side-
wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the tire immediately.
TIPThe tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always com-
ply with the local regulations.
WARNING
EWA10472

Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besi des
b ein g ille gal, operatin g the vehi-
cle with excessively worn tires
d ecreases ri din g sta bility an d
can lead to loss of control.
 The replacement of all wheel
and b rake-relate d parts, inclu d-
in g the tires, shoul d b e left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
e dge an d experience to d o so.
 Ride at mo derate speed s after
chan gin g a tire since the tire
surface must first be “ broken
in” for it to develop its optimal
characteristics.Tire information
This model is equipped with tubeless
tires and tire air valves.
Tires age, even if they have not been
used or have only been used occasion-
ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall
rubber, sometimes accompanied by
carcass deformation, is an evidence of ageing. Old and aged tires shall be
checked by tire specialists to ascertain
their suitability for further use.
WARNING
EWA16101

The front an d rear tires shoul d
b e of the same make an d d e-
si gn, otherwise the han dlin g
characteristics of the vehicle
may be different, which coul d
lea d to an acci dent.
 Always make sure that the valve
caps are securely installe d to
prevent air pressure leaka ge.
 Use only the tire valves an d
valve cores liste d below to
avoi d tire d eflation during a ride.After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha.
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire tread depthMinimum tire trea d d epth (front an d
rear): 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
1 2
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EAU51921
Cast wheelsTo maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
note the following points regarding the
specified wheels.
 The wheel rims should be
checked for cracks, bends, warp-
age or other damage before each
ride. If any damage is found, have
a Yamaha dealer replace the
wheel. Do not attempt even the
smallest repair to the wheel. A de-
formed or cracked wheel must be
replaced.
 The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.
 After repairing or replacing the
front tire, tighten the valve stem
nut and locknut to the specified
torques.
Front tire:
Size:
120/70R15M/C 56H
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX SCF
Tire air valve: PVR59A
Valve core: #9100 (original)
Rear tire:
Size:160/60R15M/C 67H
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX SCR
Tire air valve: TR412
Valve core: #9100 (original)
1. Valve stem nut
2. Valve stem locknut
Tightenin g torques:
Valve stem nut: 2.0 N·m (0.20 kgf·m, 1.5 lb·ft)
Valve stem locknut:
3.0 N·m (0.30 kgf·m, 2.2 lb·ft)
1
2
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EAU50861
Checkin g the front an d rear
b rake lever free playFront
Rear There should be no free play at the
brake lever ends. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
WARNING
EWA14212
A soft or spon
gy feelin g in the b rake
lever can in dicate the presence of
air in the hy draulic system. If there is
air in the hy draulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer blee d the system be-
fore operatin g the vehicle. Air in the
hy draulic system will diminish the
b rakin g performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control and an acci-
d ent.
EAU53033
A djustin g the rear brake lock
cab lePeriodically check the rear brake lock
cable length and adjust if necessary.
1. Release the rear brake lock lever.
2. To increase the rear brake lock ca- ble length, turn the adjusting nut at
the rear brake caliper in direction
(a). To decrease the rear brake
lock cable length, turn the adjust-
ing nut in direction (b).
1. No brake lever free play
1. No brake lever free play
1
1
1. Adjusting nut
2. Rear brake lock cable lengthRear brake lock cab le length:
43–45 mm (1.69–1.77 in)
1
2
(b)
(a)
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