2021 YAMAHA XMAX 125 oil level

Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
8-21
8
EAU40262
Checkin g the brake flui d levelBefore riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark.
Check the brake fluid level with the top
of the reservoir level. Replenish the
brake fluid if necessary.
Front brake Rear
brake
WARNING
EWA16011
Improper maintenance can result in
loss of b raking a bility. O bserve
these precautions:  Insufficient brake flui d may al-
low air to enter the b rake sys-
tem, re ducin g brakin g
performance.
 Clean the filler cap before re-
movin g. Use only DOT 4 b rake
flui d from a seale d container. 
Use only the specifie d b rake flu-
i d ; otherwise, the ru bber seals
may deteriorate, causin g leak-
a g e.
 Refill with the same type of
brake flui d. A dding a brake flui d
other than DOT 4 may result in a
harmful chemical reaction.
 Be careful that water or dust
d oes not enter the brake flui d
reservoir when refilling . Water
will si gnificantly lower the boil-
in g point of the flui d an d may re-
sult in vapor lock, an d d ir
t may
clo g the ABS hy draulic unit
valves.
NOTICE
ECA17641
Brake flui d may damag e painte d
surfaces or plastic parts. Always
clean up spille d flui d imme diately.As the brake pads wear, it is normal for
the brake fluid level to gradually go
down. A low brake fluid level may indi-
cate worn brake pads and/or brake
system leakage; therefore, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and the
brake system for leakage. If the brake
1. Minimum level markZAUM1959
1
1. Minimum level mark
Specified b rake flui d:
DOT 4ZAUM1960
1 1
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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8
EAU23273
Checkin g the front forkThe condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the con dition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoi d injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
NOTICE
ECA10591
If any damag e is foun d or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha d ealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU45512
Checkin g the steerin gWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the center- stand. WARNING! To avoi d inju-
ry, securely support the vehicle
so there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
ZAUM1964
ZAUM1965
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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: 800 mm (31.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1570 mm (61.8 in)
Ground clearance: 140 mm (5.51 in)
Minimum turning radius: 2.5 m (8.20 ft)Wei ght:Curb weight:
166 kg (367 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)
En gine oil:Recommended brand:
SAE viscosity grades:
10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
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 (E10 acceptable)
Octane number (RON): 95
Fuel tank capacity:
13 L (3.4 US gal, 2.9 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 2.3 L (0.61 US gal, 0.51 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark: B2T1 00Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 120/70-15 M/C 56S
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/CITY GRIP 2Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
140/70-14 M/C 68S
Manufacturer/model: MICHELIN/CITY GRIP 2
–20 –10 0 1020 30 40 50 C
10 30 50 70 90 110
0 130 F
SAE 10W-40
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Index
AABS warning light ................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ................ 7-3
Activating the Stop and Start System .... 4-1
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ............................................. 8-14
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)............... 5-14
Auxiliary DC jack .................................. 5-26BBattery .................................................. 8-26
Brake fluid, changing............................ 8-22
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 8-21
Brake lever, front .................................. 5-14
Brake lever, rear ................................... 5-14
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 8-23
Braking ................................................... 7-3CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 8-23
Canister ................................................ 8-10
Care ........................................................ 9-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 5-20
Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating ................................... 8-24
Coolant ................................................. 8-13DData recording, vehicle......................... 11-2
Diagnostic connector ........................... 11-2
Dimmer/Pass switch............................. 5-12EEmergency mode ................................. 8-34
Engine break-in ...................................... 7-1
Engine oil and oil strainer ..................... 8-10
Engine overheating ............................... 8-33
Engine serial number ............................ 11-1
FFinal transmission oil............................ 8-12
Front and rear brake lever free play, checking ............................................ 8-19
Front and rear brake pads, checking ... 8-20
Front fork, checking ............................. 8-25
Front turn signal light ........................... 8-29
Fuel ...................................................... 5-18
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 7-4
Fuel tank cap........................................ 5-17
Fuel tank overflow hose ....................... 5-20
Fuses, replacing ................................... 8-27HHandlebar position, adjusting .............. 5-25
Handlebar switches ............................. 5-12
Hazard switch ...................................... 5-13
High beam indicator light ....................... 5-1
Horn switch .......................................... 5-13IIdentification numbers ......................... 11-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 5-27
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 5-1KKey, handling of smart and mechanical keys...................................................... 3-3LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 8-30MMain switch ............................................ 3-8
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 8-4
Maintenance, emission control system ................................................. 8-3
Malfunction indicator light (MIL)............. 5-1
Matte color, caution ............................... 9-1 Model label ........................................... 11-1
Multi-function display ............................. 5-4
OOperating range of the smart key
system .................................................. 3-2PPanel, removing and installing ................ 8-8
Parking.................................................... 7-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1
Precautions when using the Stop and Start System ......................................... 4-3SSafe-riding points ................................... 1-5
Safety information................................... 1-1
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting ............................................. 5-25
Sidestand.............................................. 5-27
Smart key................................................ 3-5
Smart key battery, replacing................... 3-6
Smart key system ................................... 3-1
Smart key system indicator light ............ 5-2
Smart key system, troubleshooting ...... 8-31
Spark plug, checking .............................. 8-9
Specifications ....................................... 10-1
Speedometer .......................................... 5-3
Starting off .............................................. 7-3
Starting the engine ................................. 7-2
Steering, checking ................................ 8-25
Stop and Start System ........................... 4-1
Stop and Start System indicator light..... 5-2
Stop and Start System operation ........... 4-1
Stop and Start System switch .............. 5-13
Stop/Run/Start switch .......................... 5-13
Storage ................................................... 9-3
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