Yamaha VERSITY300 Owner's Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
VP300
1S6-F8199-E0
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the VP300, you are benefiting from Yamaha's vast experience and newest technology
regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Y amaha a reputation for
dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your VP300. 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!
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
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WARNING
CAUTION:
NOTE : A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTE :
This manual should be considered a permanent part of this scooter and should remain with it even if the
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scooter is subsequently sold.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual
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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.
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the
scooter operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the scooter.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the scooter.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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WARNING
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS
SCOOTER.
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VP300
OWNER'S MANUAL
© 2004 by MBK INDUSTRIE
1st Edition, January 2004
All rights reserved
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
MBK INDUSTRIE
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in France.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
11 GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
2 DESCRIPTION
3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
5 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7 SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
8 SPECIFICATIONS
9 CONSUMER INFORMATION
INDEX
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3
4
5
6
7
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY .................................................1-1
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
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
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physics.
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 scooter suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant synthetic materials with
protectors), sturdy boots, scooter 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 selfcontrol 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 defensively — avoiding all dangers, including
those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
Further safe-riding points
Be sure to signal clearly when making turns.
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Braking can be extremely difficult on a wet road. Avoid hard braking, because the scooter could slide.
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Apply the brakes slowly when stopping on a wet surface.
Slow down as you approach a corner or turn. Once you have completed a turn, accelerate slowly.
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Be careful when passing parked cars. A driver might not see you and open a door in your path.
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Railroad crossings, streetcar rails, iron plates on road construction sites, and manhole covers become
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extremely slippery when wet. Slow down and cross them with caution. Keep the scooter upright, otherwise
it could slide out from under you.
The brake pads could get wet when you wash the scooter. After washing the scooter, check the brakes
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before riding.
Always wear a helmet, gloves, trousers (tapered around the cuff and ankle so they do not flap), and a
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bright colored jacket.
Do not carry too much luggage on the scooter. An overloaded scooter is unstable.
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DESCRIPTION
Left view..............................................................................................2-1
Right view ........................................................................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ....................................................................2-3
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DESCRIPTION
Left view
2
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23456
1. Rear storage compartment (Page 3-13)
2. Shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (Page 3-14)
3. Air filter element (Page 6-18)
4. V-belt case air filter element (page 6-18)
5. Sidestand (page 3-16, 6-27)
6. Coolant level check window (page 6-17)
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Right view
DESCRIPTION
7
15 14 13 12 11
7. Grab bar (Page 5-2)
8. Fuel tank cap (Page 3-10)
9. Battery (Page 6-29)
10. Coolant reservoir cap (Page 6-17)
11. Front brake pads (page 6-24)
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12. Main fuse box (page 6-30)
13. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-13)
14. Centerstand (page 6-27)
15. Rear brake pads (page 6-24)
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DESCRIPTION
Controls and instruments
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 2423
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16. Rear brake lever (Page 3-9, 6-26)
17. Left handlebar switches (Page 3-8)
18. Front storage compartment B (Page 3-13)
19. Speedometer/
multi-function display
20. Luggage hook (page 3-15)
(page 3-2)
OPEN
PUSH
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21. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
22. Right handlebar switches (page 3-8)
23. Throttle grip (page 6-20, 6-26)
24. Front brake lever (page 3-9, 6-26)
25. Front storage compartment A (page 3-12)
26. Fuse box (page 6-30)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ....................................................................3-1
Indicator lights.....................................................................................3-2
Speedometer ...................................................................................... 3-2
Fuel gauge ..........................................................................................3-3
Battery voltage/coolant temperature gauge ........................................3-3
Multi-function display ..........................................................................3-4
Anti-theft alarm (optional)....................................................................3-7
Handlebar switches.............................................................................3-8
Front brake lever .................................................................................3-9
Rear brake lever..................................................................................3-9
Fuel tank cap .................................................................................... 3-10
Fuel ...................................................................................................3-10
Catalytic converter ............................................................................3-11
Seat...................................................................................................3-12
Storage compartments......................................................................3-12
Anti-theft device housing...................................................................3-14
Adjusting the shock absorber assemblies.........................................3-14
Luggage hook ...................................................................................3-15
Sidestand ..........................................................................................3-16
Ignition circuit cut-off system.............................................................3-16
Auxiliary DC jack...............................................................................3-18
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
OPEN
PUSH
3
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and
is used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
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.
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NOTE :
The headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays
on until the key is turned to " " 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.
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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WARNING
Never turn the key to " " or " "
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 " " or
" ".
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
km/h
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4O
6O
10O
12O
14O
16O
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km/h
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2O
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10O
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2O
4O
6O
10O
8O
mph
km/h
1O
2O
4O
6O
10O
12O
14O
16O
8O
15V
9V
12 34
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6O
10O
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4O
F
1/2
2O
1O
O
E
km/h
12O
14O
16O
1. Low beam indicator light " "
2. Left turn signal indicator " "
3. Right turn signal indicator " "
4. High beam indicator light " "
Indicator lights
Turn signal indicator lights " "
and " "
The corresponding indicator light
flashes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
High beam indicator light " "
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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C
15V
9V
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Low beam indicator light " "
This indicator light comes on when the
low beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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UK ONLY
1
8O
6O
4O
2O
1O
O
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1. Speedometer
10O
km/h
12O
14O
16O
1
8O
6O
4O
2O
1O
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10O
12O
4O
6O
mph
2O
8O
km/h
10O
14O
16O
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Speedometer
The speedometer shows the riding
speed.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
1O
2O
4O
6O
1/2
10O
12O
14O
16O
15V
9V
10O
12O
14O
16O
H
C
15V15V
9V9V
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F
3
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1. Fuel gauge
2. Fuel warning light
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2
1/2
E
Fuel gauge
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 remaining fuel in
the tank reaches approximately 1.9 L, the
fuel level warning light will come on and
the multi-function display will
automatically change to the "Trip/Fuel"
mode. (See page 3-4 — 3-5 for details.).
If this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
NOTE :
Do not allow the fuel tank to empty itself
completely.
4O
2O
1O
6O
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10O
12O
14O
16O
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1. High level
2. Low level
H
15V
9V
C
1
2
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Battery voltage/coolant
temperature gauge
When the key is turned to " ", this
gauge indicates the battery voltage
level before the engine was stopped.
NOTE :
If the needle drops to the "9V" mark,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
battery.
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1. Red zone
When the key is turned to " ", this
gauge indicates the coolant
temperature. If the needle reaches the
red zone, stop the scooter and allow
the engine to cool. (See page 6-17 for
details.)
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CAUTION:
Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Mode button
2. Digital display
3. Set button
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Multi-function display
The multi-function display is equipped
with the following:
• an odometer (which shows the
total distance traveled)
• two tripmeters (which show the
distance traveled since they were
last set to zero, the time passed
since the tripmeters were set to
zero, and the average speed
traveled during this time)
• a fuel reserve tripmeter (which
shows the distance traveled since
the fuel level warning light came
on)
• a clock
• an ambient temperature display
• an oil change indicator (which
comes on when the engine oil
should be changed)
NOTE :
• For the UK, the distance traveled
is displayed in miles and the
temperature reading is displayed
in °F.
• For other countries, the distance
traveled is displayed in kilometers
and the temperature reading is
displayed in °C.
"Mode"
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"Mode" "Mode"
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1. Total
2. Trip 1
3. Trip 2
4. Trip/Fuel
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"Mode"
2
3
Odometer and tripmeter modes
Pushing the "MODE" button switches
the display between the odometer
mode "Total" and the tripmeter modes
"Trip" in the following order:
Total ⇒ Trip 1 ⇒ Trip 2 ⇒Trip/fuel
⇒ Total
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3-4
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
1
"Set"
"Set"
"Set"
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3
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1. Distance
2. Time
3. Average speed
2
3
T o reset a tripmeter , select it by pushing
the "MODE" button, and then push the
"SET" button for at least one second. If
you do not reset the fuel reserve
tripmeter manually, it will reset itself
automatically and the display will return
to the prior mode after refueling and
traveling 5 km (3 mi).
NOTE :
• The Trip/fuel odometer is only
activated if the fuel level warning
light comes on.
• The Trip 2 odometer is
automatically reset after turning
the key to " " (2 Hours).
Pushing the "SET" button when in the
tripmeter mode switches the display
between the different tripmeter
functions in the following order:
Distance ⇒ Time ⇒ Average
speed ⇒ Distance
If the fuel level warning light comes on
(See page 3-3.), the display will
automatically change to the fuel reserve
tripmeter mode "Trip/fuel" and start
counting the distance traveled from that
point. In that case, pushing the "MODE"
button switches the display between the
various tripmeter and odometer modes
in the following order:
Trip/Fuel ⇒ Trip 1 ⇒ Trip 2 ⇒
Total ⇒ Trip/fuel
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
1
2
3
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Clock mode
To set the clock:
1. When the display is in the "Total"
mode, push the "SET" button for
at least two seconds.
2. When the hour digits start
flashing, push the "SET" button to
set the hours.
3. Push the "MODE" button, and the
minute digits will start flashing.
4. Push the "SET" button to set the
minutes.
5. Push the "MODE" button and then
release it to start the clock. The
display will return to the "Total"
mode.
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1. Frost warning indicator " "
2. Minus item
3. Temperature
Ambient temperature display
This display shows the ambient
temperature from -30°C (-86°F) to 50°C
(122°F).
The frost warning indicator " "
automatically comes on if the
temperature is lower than 3°C (37,4°F).
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
km/h
1O
2O
4O
6O
10O
12O
14O
16O
8O
1
3
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1. Oil change indicator
Oil change indicator "OIL"
The engine oil should be changed when
this indicator comes on. The indicator
stays on until it is reset. After changing
the engine oil, reset the indicator as
follows.
1. While holding the "MODE" and
"SET" buttons pushed, turn the
key to " ".
2. Continue holding the "MODE" and
"SET" buttons pushed for two to
five seconds.
3. Release the buttons and the oil
change indicator will go off.
NOTE :
• The oil change indicator will come
on at the initial 1000 km (600 mi)
and every 3000 km (4800 mi)
thereafter.
• 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 must be reset after the
oil change for the next periodic oil
change to be indicated at the correct time. After resetting, the
indicator will come on for two seconds. If the indicator does not
come on, repeat the procedure.
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1
8O
6O
4O
2O
1O
O
ZAUM0406
1. Alarm indicator light
km/h
10O
12O
14O
16O
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Anti-theft alarm (optional)
This scooter can be equipped with an
optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha
dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for
more information.
1
2
3
ZAUM0407
1. Pass switch " "
2. Dimmer switch " / "
3. Turn signal switch " / "
4. Horn switch " "
4
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Handlebar switches
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Pass switch " "
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
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Dimmer switch " / "
Set this switch to " " for the high beam
and to " " for the low beam.
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T urn signal switch " / "
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to " ". To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to " ". When
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn signal lights, push the switch in after it
has returned to the center position.
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Horn switch " "
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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1
2
3
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1. Engine stop switch " / "
2. Hazard switch " / "
3. Start switch " "
Engine stop switch " / "
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.
Start switch " "
With the sidestand up, push this switch
while applying the front or rear brake
to crank the engine with the starter.
CAUTION:
See page 5-1 for starting instructions prior to starting the engine.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Hazard switch " ", " "
With the key in the " " position, set this
switch to " " to turn on the hazard
lighting (simultaneous flashing of all turn
signal lights). To turn off the hazard
lighting, set this switch to " " and, then
turn the key to " ".
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NOTE :
Even if the key is turned from " " to
" " with the hazard lighting on, the
hazard lighting will continue to flash
regardless of the hazard switch position.
To cancel the hazard lighting, the key
must be turned to " " and the hazard
switch must be set to the " " position.
The hazard lighting is used in case of
an emergency or to warn other drivers
when your scooter is stopped where it
might be a traffic hazard.
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CAUTION:
Do not use the hazard light for an
extended length of time, otherwise
the battery may discharge.
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1. Front brake lever
Front brake lever
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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1. Rear brake lever
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Rear brake lever
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
1
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1. Fuel tank cap
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Fuel tank cap
T o remove the fuel tank cap
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-12 for
seat opening and closing
procedures.)
2. Insert the key into the lock and
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise.
3. The lock will be released and the
fuel tank cap can be removed.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the marks on
the cap and tank aligned.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then
remove it.
NOTE :
Do not forget to remove the key before
closing the seat.
3. Close the seat.
NOTE :
The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addition, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly installed and locked.
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WARNING
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed and locked before
riding.
1
2
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1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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Fuel
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler tube as shown.
WARNING
Do not overfill the fuel tank,
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otherwise it may overflow when
the fuel warms up and expands.
Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
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engine.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
CAUTION:
Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with
a clean, dry , soft cloth, since fuel may
deteriorate painted surfaces or plastic parts.
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Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONL Y
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
10.9 L
Reserve amount:
1.9 L
CAUTION:
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,
as well as to the exhaust system.
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ECA00104
Your Yamaha engine has been
designed to use regular unleaded
gasoline with a research octane
number of 91 or higher. If knocking (or
pinging) occurs, use a gasoline of a
different brand or premium unleaded
fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
spark plug life and reduce maintenance
costs.
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Catalytic converter
This scooter is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the muffler.
WARNING
The exhaust system is hot after
operation. Make sure that the
exhaust system has cooled down
before doing any maintenance work.
CAUTION:
The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.
Use only unleaded gasoline.
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The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
Never park the scooter near
•
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
Do not allow the engine to idle
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too long.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
a
OPEN
PUSH
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a. Open
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Seat
To open the seat
1. Place the scooter on the
centerstand.
2. Insert the key into the main switch,
and then turn it counterclockwise.
NOTE :
Do not push inward when turning the
key .
3. Fold the seat up.
T o close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then push
it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key from the main
switch if the scooter will be left
unattended.
NOTE :
Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.
N
E
P
O
UNLOCK
UNLOCK
UNLOCK
LOCK
O
P
E
N
LOCK
O
P
E
N
LOCK
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OPEN
OPEN
1
2
OPEN
1. Lock
2. Front storage compartment A
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Storage compartments
Front storage compartment A
To unlock the storage compartment
Insert the key in the lock and turn it 1/4
turn clockwise.
To open the storage compartment
when it is unlocked
Turn the knob 1/4 turn clockwise. The
knob will return to its original position
after released.
To close the storage compartment
Push the lid into the original position.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
To lock the storage compartment
Insert the key in the lock and turn it 1/4
turn counterclockwise, and then
remove the key .
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1
WARNING
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3
kg for the storage compartment.
Do not exceed the maximum
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ZAUM0412
1. Front storage compartment B
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1. Rear storage compartment
Do not exceed the load limit of 1
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load of 202 kg for the vehicle.
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Front storage compartment B
To open the storage compartment
Push on the " " mark of the storage
compartment lid.
Rear storage compartment
There is a storage compartment under
the seat. (See page 3-12 for seat
opening and closing procedures.)
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To close the storage compartment
Push the lid into the original position.
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WARNING
Do not store heavy items in this
compartment.
3-13
WARNING
Do not exceed the load limit of 5
•
kg for the storage compartment.
Do not exceed the maximum
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load of 202 kg for the vehicle.
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