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This model is equipped with an LED-
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Summary of Contents for XMAX YP250R 2013

Page 1: ...DIC183 YP250R YP250RA OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle 2DL F8199 E1 English E...

Page 2: ...Hereby declare that the product Type designation 5SL 00 is in compliance with following norm s or documents R TTE Directive 1999 5 EC EN300 330 2 v1 3 1 2006 01 EN300 330 2 v1 5 1 2010 02 EN60950 1 2...

Page 3: ...nd injury In addition the many tips given in this manual will help keep your scooter in the best possible condition If you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer The...

Page 4: ...tial personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or...

Page 5: ...ER S MANUAL 2013 by MBK INDUSTRIE 1st edition October 2013 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of MBK INDUSTRIE is expressly prohibited Printed in Fra...

Page 6: ...the emission control system 6 3 General maintenance and lubrication chart 6 4 Removing and installing panels 6 8 Checking the spark plug 6 10 Engine oil 6 12 Final transmission oil 6 13 Coolant 6 14 A...

Page 7: ...ENTS SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Matte color caution 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 4 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 INDEX 10 1 U2DLE1E0 book Page 2 Friday November 8...

Page 8: ...t you Safe Riding Perform the pre operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi cle properly increases the possi...

Page 9: ...main tain control of the scooter The passenger should always hold onto the operator the seat strap or grab bar if equipped with both hands and keep both feet on the passenger footrests Never carry a p...

Page 10: ...ged To avoid the possibility of an accident use extreme caution when adding cargo or acces sories to your scooter Use extra care when riding a scooter that has added cargo or accessories Here along wi...

Page 11: ...in the vehicle Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided under Load ing when mounting accessories Never install accessories or carry cargo that would impair the per formance of y...

Page 12: ...k Choose the lo cation for the straps carefully so the straps will not rub against painted surfaces during transport The suspension should be com pressed somewhat by the tie downs if possible so that...

Page 13: ...y colored jacket Do not carry too much luggage on the scooter An overloaded scoot er is unstable Use a strong cord to secure any luggage to the carri er if equipped A loose load will affect the stabil...

Page 14: ...ir cap page 6 14 5 Coolant level check window page 6 14 6 Rear storage compartment page 3 20 7 V belt case air filter element page 6 16 8 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 2...

Page 15: ...iew 6 5 1 2 4 3 1 Grab bar page 5 2 2 Seat page 3 19 3 Fuel tank page 3 17 4 Fuses page 6 28 5 Centerstand page 6 25 6 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 21 U2DLE1E0 book Pag...

Page 16: ...age 3 14 3 Speedometer 4 Warning and indicator light page 3 3 5 Multi function display page 3 5 6 Right handlebar switches page 3 14 7 Front brake lever page 3 15 8 Throttle grip page 6 17 9 Front sto...

Page 17: ...IATELY IF IT IS LOST If the code re reg istering key is lost registering new codes in the standard keys is impossible The standard keys can still be used to start the vehicle however if code re regist...

Page 18: ...and only use it for code re registering EAU34122 ON All electrical circuits are supplied with power the meter lighting taillight li cense plate light and auxiliary lights come on and the engine can be...

Page 19: ...e steering must be locked before the key can be turned to NOTICE ECA11021 Do not use the parking position for an extended length of time other wise the battery may discharge EAU49395 Indicator lights...

Page 20: ...ned to ON or if the warning light remains on have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit TIP This warning light will come on when the key is turned to ON and the start switch is pushed but this...

Page 21: ...ystem is enabled After 24 hours have passed the indicator light will stop flashing however the immobi lizer system is still enabled The self diagnosis device also detects problems in the immobilizer s...

Page 22: ...ushed for an additional 8 seconds For other countries traveling speed distance traveled and fuel consumption measurements are displayed in kilometer base units Speedometer The speedometer shows the ri...

Page 23: ...eled since the last engine oil change a V belt replacement tripmeter which shows the distance trav eled since the last V belt replace ment Pushing the TRIP button switches the display between the odom...

Page 24: ...r 1 Turn the key to ON 2 Push the TRIP button until Oil oil change tripmeter is displayed in the odometer and trip meter display While Oil is displayed push the RESET button for at least 3 seconds The...

Page 25: ...belt replacement tripmeter value will flash 3 Hold the RESET button pushed for 15 to 20 seconds 4 Release the RESET button and the V belt trip value will reset to zero TIP If the V belt is replaced b...

Page 26: ...o switch the display between the ambient tempera ture display Air the battery voltage the average fuel consumption mode Ave Cons__ _ MPG the instanta neous fuel consumption mode Cons__ _MPG and the av...

Page 27: ...dis played Ave Cons_ _ _ MPG This display shows the average fuel consumption since it was last reset When the display is set to Ave Cons_ _ _ km L the aver age distance that can be traveled on 1 0 L...

Page 28: ...lay The average speed is displayed kmh except for the UK The average speed is the total distance divided by total time with the key in ON position since the last set to zero For the UK only The averag...

Page 29: ...e varies with changes in the weather and engine load If the top segment and coolant temperature warning indicator flash stop the vehicle and let the engine cool NOTICE ECA10022 Do not continue to oper...

Page 30: ...his switch to sound the horn EAU12722 Start switch With the sidestand up push this switch while applying the front or rear brake to crank the engine with the starter See page 5 1 for starting instruct...

Page 31: ...n gine not running otherwise the bat tery may discharge EAU12902 Front brake lever The front brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar To apply the front brake pull this lever toward t...

Page 32: ...o conven tional braking if a malfunction occurs TIP The ABS performs a self diagno sis test each time the vehicle first starts off after the key is turned to ON and the vehicle has traveled at a speed...

Page 33: ...asoline in the tank WARNING EWA10882 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling follow these instructions 1 Befo...

Page 34: ...h as the valves and piston rings as well as to the exhaust system Your Yamaha engine has been de signed to use premium unleaded gas oline with a research octane number of 95 or higher If knocking or p...

Page 35: ...touch the hot exhaust system Make sure that the exhaust sys tem has cooled down before doing any maintenance work Do not allow the engine to idle more than a few minutes Long idling can cause a build...

Page 36: ...y pull on the lever To lock the storage compartment push the lid into the original position insert the key into the lock turn it coun terclockwise and then remove it Front storage compartment B To ope...

Page 37: ...mpartment A 1 kg 2 2 lb Front storage compartment B 1 kg 2 2 lb Rear storage compartment 5 kg 11 lb Maximum load for the vehicle YP250R 185 kg 408 lb YP250RA 181 kg 399 lb EAU14893 Adjusting the shock...

Page 38: ...ut off system WARNING EWA10242 The vehicle must not be ridden with the sidestand down or if the side stand cannot be properly moved up or does not stay up otherwise the sidestand could contact the gro...

Page 39: ...functions It prevents starting when the side stand is up but neither brake is applied It prevents starting when either brake is applied but the sidestand is still down It cuts the running engine when...

Page 40: ...Does the engine stall The system is OK The scooter can be ridden The sidestand switch may not be working correctly The scooter should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer The sidestand swit...

Page 41: ...le check the following points ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage 3 17 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended...

Page 42: ...24 Wheels and tires Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 6 18 6 20 Brake levers Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting poi...

Page 43: ...ll pre vent the engine from starting even though the engine will crank when pushing the start switch EAUM3350 Starting the engine NOTICE ECA10251 See page 5 4 for engine break in in structions prior t...

Page 44: ...re lease the start switch wait a few seconds and then try again Each starting attempt should be as short as possible to preserve the battery Do not crank the engine more than 10 seconds on any one at...

Page 45: ...otherwise the scooter may skid or overturn Railroad crossings streetcar rails iron plates on road con struction sites and manhole covers become extremely slip pery when wet Therefore slow down when ap...

Page 46: ...s brand new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged...

Page 47: ...exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overtur...

Page 48: ...f you are not familiar with vehicle ser vice have a Yamaha dealer perform service WARNING EWA15123 Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has movin...

Page 49: ...that is certified if applicable Yamaha dealers are trained and equipped to perform these particular services EAU17382 Owner s tool kit The owner s tool kit is located under the seat See page 3 19 The...

Page 50: ...y require special tools data and tech nical skills EAU46911 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING ANNUAL CHECK 1000 km 600 mi 100...

Page 51: ...and vehicle for fluid leakage Replace brake pads Whenever worn to the limit 5 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage Replace brake pads Whenever worn to the limit 6 Brak...

Page 52: ...based grease 16 Sidestand switch Check operation 17 Front fork Check operation and for oil leak age 18 Shock absorber as semblies Check operation and shock ab sorbers for oil leakage 19 Engine oil Ch...

Page 53: ...oolant leakage Change coolant Every 3 years 22 Final transmission oil Check vehicle for oil leakage Change 23 V belt Replace When the V belt replacement indicator flashes every 20000 km 12500 mi 24 Fr...

Page 54: ...s change the fluid Regularly check the brake fluid levels and fill the reservoirs as required Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers and change the...

Page 55: ...To remove the panel 1 Open the front storage compart ment A See page 3 20 2 Remove the screw and then pull the panel off To install the panel Place the panel in the original position and then install...

Page 56: ...attery bracket bolts and then pull it off 4 Remove the battery bracket and panel assembly by pulling it off as shown To install the panel 1 Place the battery bracket and panel assembly in the original...

Page 57: ...slowly erode the spark plug should be removed and checked in accordance with the periodic main tenance and lubrication chart In addi tion the condition of the spark plug can reveal the condition of t...

Page 58: ...To install the spark plug 1 Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating sur face and then wipe off any grime from the spark plug threads 2 Install the spark plug with the spark plug wre...

Page 59: ...t again to check the oil level TIP The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks 4 If the engine oil is below the mini mum level mark add sufficient oil of the recommended type...

Page 60: ...eset the oil change indicator See page 3 8 EAU20067 Final transmission oil The final transmission case must be checked for oil leakage before each ride If any leakage is found have a Yamaha dealer che...

Page 61: ...ecked before each ride In addition the cool ant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAUM3043 To check the coolant level 1 Place the vehicle on...

Page 62: ...system will not be protected against frost and corrosion If water has been added to the coolant have a Yamaha dealer check the anti freeze content of the coolant as soon as possible otherwise the eff...

Page 63: ...ir filter element out 4 Insert a new air filter element into the air filter case 5 Install the air filter case cover by installing the screws To clean the air filter check hoses 1 Check the hoses at t...

Page 64: ...her wise the piston s and or cylin der s may become excessively worn ECA10532 EAU21385 Checking the throttle grip free play The throttle grip free play should mea sure 3 0 5 0 mm 0 12 0 20 in at the i...

Page 65: ...must be checked and adjusted on cold tires i e when the temperature of the tires equals the ambient temperature The tire air pressure must be adjusted in accordance with the riding speed and with the...

Page 66: ...nly the tires list ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd WARNING EWA10472 Have a Yamaha dealer replace excessively worn tires Besides being illegal operating the vehi cle w...

Page 67: ...eel can result in poor performance adverse han dling characteristics and a short ened tire life EAU50861 Checking the front and rear brake lever free play Front Rear There should be no free play at th...

Page 68: ...sap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAUS1992 Rear brake pads The rear brake is provided with a check plug which if it is removed allows you to check the brake pad wear with...

Page 69: ...fill with the same type of brake fluid Adding a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result in a harmful chemical reaction Be careful that water or dust does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refil...

Page 70: ...two years Brake hoses Replace every four years EAU23098 Checking and lubricating the cables The operation of all control cables and the condition of the cables should be checked before each ride and t...

Page 71: ...Even though the cover is installed correctly it does not completely protect the cable from wa ter entry Therefore use care not to pour water directly onto the cover or cable when washing the vehicle...

Page 72: ...Checking the front fork The 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 condition Ch...

Page 73: ...stand WARNING To avoid inju ry securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10752 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for ward and backward I...

Page 74: ...t in an enclosed space KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER IES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat tery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged Keep...

Page 75: ...ach location must be replaced by a Yamaha dealer If a fuse for the individual circuits is blown replace it as follows 1 Turn the key to OFF and turn off the electrical circuit in question 2 Remove the...

Page 76: ...7 5 7 5 1 Radiator fan fuse 2 ECU fuse 3 Backup fuse 4 Signaling system fuse 5 Headlight fuse 6 Ignition fuse 7 Spare fuse 8 Hazard fuse 9 ABS control unit fuse 10 ABS motor fuse 11 ABS solenoid fuse...

Page 77: ...d if necessary adjust the headlight beam EAU24182 Tail brake light This model is equipped with an LED type tail brake light If the tail brake light does not come on have a Yamaha dealer check it EAU39...

Page 78: ...bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun terclockwise 6 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and then turn it clock wise until it stops 7 Install the socket together with the bulb by turning...

Page 79: ...mpression or ignition systems for example can cause poor starting and loss of power The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your self...

Page 80: ...ODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 6 33 6 heaters or furnaces Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex plode causing severe injury or prop erty damage U2DLE1E0 book Page 33 Friday November 8 2013 7 4...

Page 81: ...vehicle Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug Have a Yama...

Page 82: ...press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap TIP If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recommende...

Page 83: ...fler outlet with a plastic bag after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and cov ers as well as all electrical cou plers and connectors including the spark plug cap are tightly in sta...

Page 84: ...e thoroughly with clean water Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush for hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects will come off more easily if the area is covered with a wet cloth for a few minutes befo...

Page 85: ...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 lin...

Page 86: ...lug on the cylinder head 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...

Page 87: ...sion oil Type YAMALUBE 10W 40 or SAE 10W 30 type SE motor oil Quantity 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt Cooling system Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maximum level mark 0 32 L 0 34 US qt 0 28 Imp q...

Page 88: ...32 psi Loading condition YP250R 90 185 kg 198 408 lb YP250RA 90 181 kg 198 399 lb Front 210 kPa 2 10 kgf cm 30 psi Rear 250 kPa 2 50 kgf cm 36 psi Front wheel Wheel type Cast wheel Rim size 15 x MT3...

Page 89: ...dicator light LED Fuel level warning light LED Engine trouble warning light LED ABS warning light YP250RA LED Immobilizer system indicator light LED Fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Signal...

Page 90: ...ntification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame TIP The vehicle identification number is used to identify your vehicle and may be used to register it with the licensing...

Page 91: ...n switch 3 14 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 3 23 Immobilizer system 3 1 Immobilizer system indicator light 3 5 Indicator lights and warning lights 3 3 L License plate li...

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