OWNER’S MANUAL
YP250A 
5SJ-28199-E1
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the YP250A, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your YP250A. The owner’s manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your scooter, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and 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 Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
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The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
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8This manual should be considered a permanent part of this scooter and should remain with it even if the scooter is subsequently sold.
8Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your scooter and this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS SCOOTER.
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YP250A
OWNER’S MANUAL ©2002 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, June 2002 All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited. Printed in Japan.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS |
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Scooters are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and freedom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best scooter does not
ignore the laws of physics.
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Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving value and operating condition of your scooter. Moreover, what is true for the scooter is also true for the rider: good performance depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of course, out of the question. Scooter riders—more than car drivers—must always be at their mental and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the scooter rider as seat belts are for car drivers and passengers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant synthetic materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet. Optimum protective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Although full-coverage helmets and suits, in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will always be vulnerable. Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to take chances. This is even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely, predictably and defensive- ly—avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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Further safe-riding points
Safe-ridingpoints
8 Be sure to signal clearly when making turns.
8 Braking can be extremely difficult on a wet road. Avoid hard braking, because the scooter could 1 slide. Apply the brakes slowly when stopping on a wet surface.
8Slow down as you approach a corner or turn. Once you have completed a turn, accelerate slowly.
8Be careful when passing parked cars. A driver might not see you and open a door in your path.
8Railroad crossings, streetcar rails, iron plates on road construction sites, and manhole covers become extremely slippery when wet. Slow down and cross them with caution. Keep the scooter upright, otherwise it could slide out from under you.
8The brake pads could get wet when you wash the scooter. After washing the scooter, check the brakes before riding.
8Always wear a helmet, gloves, trousers (tapered around the cuff and ankle so they do not flap), and a bright colored jacket.
8Do not carry too much luggage on the scooter. An overloaded scooter is unstable.
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DESCRIPTION
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Rear storage compartment |
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V-belt case air filter element |
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Grab bar |
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Centerstand |
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Sidestand |
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Fuel tank cap |
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Rider seat |
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Fuse box |
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Air flow louver |
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Rear brake lever |
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Front storage compartment A |
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Front brake lever |
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Coolant temperature gauge |
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Tachometer |
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Speedometer |
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Main switch/steering lock |
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Multi-function display |
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...................................................................Main switch/steering lock |
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Speedometer ..................................................................................... |
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Tachometer ....................................................................................... |
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Fuel gauge ......................................................................................... |
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Multi-function display |
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Front brake lever ............................................................................. |
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Catalytic converter ........................................................................... |
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Rider seat ........................................................................................ |
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Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies ....................................... |
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock
Mainswitch/steeringlock
The main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering. The various positions are described below.
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ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with power; the meter lighting, taillight, license plate light and auxiliary light come on, and the engine can be started. The key cannot be removed.
NOTE:
The headlight comes on automatically when the engine is started and stays on until the key is turned to “OFF” or the sidestand is moved down.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key can be removed.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical systems are off. The key can be removed.
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To lock the steering
1.Turn the handlebars all the way to the left.
2.Push the key in from the “OFF” position, and then turn it to “LOCK” while still pushing it.
3.Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to “OFF” while still pushing it.
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or “LOCK” while the scooter is moving, otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off, which may result in loss of control or an accident. Make sure that the scooter is stopped before turning the key to “OFF” or “LOCK”.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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The steering is locked, and the taillight, license light and auxiliary light are on, but all other electrical systems are off. The key can be removed.
To turn the main switch to “.”:
1.Turn the key to “LOCK”.
2.Slightly turn the key counterclockwise until it stops.
3.While still turning the key counterclockwise, push it in until it snaps into place.
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Do not use the parking position for an extended length of time, otherwise the battery may discharge.
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1.Left turn signal indicator light “4”
2.ABS warning light “ 
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3.High beam indicator light “&”
4.Oil change indicator light “7”
5.Right turn signal indicator light “6”
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Indicator and warning lights
Indicatorandwarninglights
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Turn signal indicator lights “4” and “6”
Turnsignalindicatorlights
The corresponding indicator light flashes when the turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right.
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have a Yamaha dealer check the 3 electrical circuit.
See page 3-13 for an explanation of the ABS.
The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by setting the engine stop switch to “#” and turning the key to “ON”.
The warning light should come on for a few seconds, and then go off. If the warning light does not come on or remains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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When the ABS warning light comes on or flashes while riding, the brake system reverts to conventional braking. Therefore, be careful not to cause the wheel to
3lock during emergency braking.
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The ABS warning light may come on while pushing the start switch and while accelerating the engine with the scooter on its centerstand, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
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High beam indicator light “&”
Highbeamindicatorlight
This indicator light comes on when the high beam of the headlight is switched on.
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Oil change indicator light “7”
Oilchangeindicatorlight
This indicator light comes on at the initial 1,000 km and every 3,000 km thereafter to indicate that the engine oil should be changed.
If the engine oil is changed before the oil change indicator comes on (i.e. before the periodic oil change interval has been reached), the indicator light must be reset after the oil change for the next periodic oil change to be indicated at the correct time. (See page 6-17 for the resetting procedure.)
The electrical circuit of the indicator light can be checked according to the following procedure.
1.Set the engine stop switch to “#” and turn the key to “ON”.
2.Check that the indicator comes on for a few seconds and then goes off.
3.If the indicator light does not come on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit.
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The oil change indicator light may flash when the engine is revved with the scooter on the centerstand, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Speedometer
Speedometer
The speedometer shows the riding speed.
When the key is turned to “ON”, the speedometer needle will move to 160 km/h and back to zero in order to test the electrical circuit.
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Tachometer
Tachometer
The electric tachometer allows the rider to monitor the engine speed and keep it within the ideal power range.
When the key is turned to “ON”, the tachometer needle will move to the 10,000 r/min and back to zero r/min in order to test the electrical circuit.
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1. Fuel gauge
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Fuel gauge
Fuelgauge
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. The needle moves towards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level decreases. When the needle reaches “E”, approximately 2 L of fuel remain in the fuel tank. If this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
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Do not allow the fuel tank to empty itself completely.
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1.Coolant temperature gauge
2.Red mark
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Coolant temperature gauge
Coolanttemperaturegauge
This gauge indicates the coolant temperature when the main switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load. If the needle points to the red mark, stop your scooter and let the engine cool. (See page 6-44 for details.)
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Do not operate the engine if it is overheated.
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1.Tripmeter
2.Odometer, fuel tripmeter
3.Clock, outside temperature and voltage display
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Multi-function display
Display,multi-function
The multi-function display is equipped with the following:
8a tripmeter (which shows the distance traveled since it was last set to zero)
8a fuel tripmeter (which shows the distance traveled when the fuel
level reaches approximately 2.0 L)
8an odometer (which shows the total distance traveled)
8a clock
8an outside temperature display
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2.“RESET” button
8a voltage display (which shows the battery voltage)
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8When the key is turned to “ON”, all segments of the display come on for a few seconds. During this time, the multi-function display is performing a self-test.
8Be sure to turn the key to “ON” before using the “SELECT” and “RESET” buttons.
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Odometer “Odo”
The odometer has two functions.
8It shows the total distance traveled.
8It automatically changes to the fuel tripmeter mode “Trip F” when the fuel level reaches approximately 2.0 L. (See “Fuel tripmeter” for details.)
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If the odometer indicates “–––––– ”, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the multi-function display as it may be faulty.
Fuel tripmeter “Trip F”
When the fuel level reaches approximately 2.0 L, the odometer display automatically changes to the fuel tripmeter mode “Trip F” and starts counting the distance traveled from that point. After refueling and traveling 5 km, the odometer display returns to “Odo”.
To return to the odometer mode before refueling, push the “SELECT” button until “Trip F” begins flashing (“Trip F” will only flash for five seconds). While “Trip F” is flashing, push the “RESET” button for at least one second and the display will return to the odometer mode. From that time, both “Trip” and “Odo” are displayed until you refuel and travel 5 km.
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The display cannot be changed back to “Trip F” after pushing the “RESET” button.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
Outside temperature display
This display shows the outside temperature from -10.0 °C to 50.0 °C in 0.5 °C increments.
8When the outside temperature falls below -10.0 °C, “–– °C ” is displayed.
8When the outside temperature climbs above 50.0 °C, “50.0” flashes.
NOTE:
8If “–– °C” is displayed or “50.0” flashes while the outside temperature is between -10.0 °C and 50.0 °C, there is a problem with the electrical circuit. Have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the electric circuit.
8The accuracy of the temperature reading may be affected when riding slowly (approximately under 20 km/h) or when stopped at traffic signals, railroad crossings, etc.
Voltage display
This display shows the battery voltage.
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If the voltage display indicates “LO” or “HI”, there may be trouble with the battery charging circuit or the battery may be faulty. If “LO” or “HI” appears in the display, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the scooter.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Anti-theft alarm (optional)
Anti-theftalarm(optional)
This scooter can be equipped with an optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for more information.
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1.Pass switch “PASS”
2.Dimmer switch “&/%”
3.Turn signal switch “4/6”
4.Horn switch “*”
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Handlebar switches
Handlebarswitches
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Pass switch “PASS”
Passswitch
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
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Dimmer switch “&/%”
Dimmerswitch
Set this switch to “&” for the high beam and to “%” for the low beam.
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Horn switch “*”
Hornswitch
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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2.Start switch “,”
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Engine stop switch “#/$”
Enginestopswitch
Set this switch to “#” before starting the engine. Set this switch to “$” to stop the engine in case of an emergency, such as when the scooter overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck.
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Start switch “,”
Startswitch
With the sidestand up, push this switch while applying the front or rear brake to crank the engine with the starter.
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1. Front brake lever
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Front brake lever
Brakelever,front
The front brake lever is located on the right handlebar grip. To apply the front brake, pull this lever toward the handlebar grip.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Rear brake lever
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Rear brake lever
Brakelever,rear
The rear brake lever is located on the left handlebar grip. To apply the rear brake, pull this lever toward the handlebar grip.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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ABS
ABS
The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) features a dual electronic control system, which acts on the front and rear brakes independently. The ABS securely controls wheel
3lockup during emergency braking on changing road surfaces and under various weather conditions, thereby maximizing tire adhesion and performance while providing a smooth braking action. The ABS is monitored by an ECU (Electronic Control Unit), which will have recourse to manual braking if a malfunction occurs.
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8The ABS performs best on long braking distances.
8On certain (rough or gravel) roads, the braking distance may be longer with than without the ABS. Therefore, always keep a sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead to match the riding speed.
8When the ABS is activated, the brakes are operated in the usual way. A pulsating action may be felt at the brake levers, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
8This ABS has a test mode which allows the owner to experience the pulsating at the brake levers when the ABS is operating. However, special tools are required, so please consult your Yamaha dealer when performing this test.
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