Yamaha XCITY250 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
VP250
5B2-F8199-E0
INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the VP250, 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 VP250. 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:
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death
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.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
to the
NOTE:
● This manual should be considered a permanent part of this scooter and should remain with it even if the scooter is sub-
sequently sold.
● Yamaha 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.
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WARNING
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS SCOOTER.
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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VP250
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2007 by MBK INDUSTRIE
1st edition, January 2007
All rights reserved
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
MBK INDUSTRIE
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in France.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
Further safe-riding points ................1-4
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............3-2
Speedometer ..................................3-2
Fuel gauge ......................................3-3
Coolant temperature gauge ............3-3
Multi-function display ......................3-3
Handlebar switches ........................3-6
Front brake lever ............................3-7
Rear brake lever .............................3-8
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-8
Fuel .................................................3-8
Catalytic converter ..........................3-9
Seat ..............................................3-10
Storage compartment ...................3-10
Storage compartment ...................3-11
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies ................................3-12
Luggage hook ...............................3-12
Sidestand ......................................3-13
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-13
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .............4-1
Pre-operation check list ..................4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS.................................5-1
Starting the engine .........................5-1
Starting off ...................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 5-2
Braking ...........................................5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ...............................5-3
Engine break-in ..............................5-3
Parking ...........................................5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR ................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ...............................6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart ..........................6-2
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels ..................................6-5
Checking the spark plug .................6-6
Engine oil .......................................6-7
Final transmission oil ......................6-9
Coolant .........................................6-10
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ...................................6-11
Checking the throttle cable free
play ...........................................6-12
Valve clearance ............................6-13
Tires .............................................6-13
Cast wheels ................................. 6-15
Front and rear brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-15
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-16
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-16
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-17
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-18
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-18
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .............................. 6-18
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-19
Checking the front fork ................. 6-19
Checking the steering .................. 6-20
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-21
Battery ......................................... 6-21
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-22
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-23
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-25
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb or
a rear turn signal light bulb ....... 6-26
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-27
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb ........................................... 6-27
Troubleshooting ........................... 6-27
Troubleshooting charts ................ 6-28
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE ...7-1
Care ................................................7-1
Storage ...........................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS .............................8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION.............9-1
Identification numbers ....................9-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION
SCOOTERS ARE SINGLE TRACK
VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE AND
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OPERATION ARE DEPENDENT
UPON THE USE OF PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE EXPERTISE OF THE OPERATOR. EVERY OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW
THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS
BEFORE RIDING THIS SCOOTER.
HE OR SHE SHOULD:
● OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUC-
TIONS FROM A COMPETENT
SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF
SCOOTER OPERATION.
● OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS IN THE OWNER’S MAN-
UAL.
● OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING
IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES.
● OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECH-
NICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED
BY THE OWNER’S MANUAL
AND/OR WHEN MADE NECESSARY BY MECHANICAL CONDITIONS.
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Safe riding
● Always make pre-operation
checks. Careful checks may help
prevent an accident.
● This scooter is designed to carry
the operator and passenger.
● The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize scooters in traffic is
the predominating cause of automobile/scooter accidents. Many
accidents have been caused by an
automobile driver who did not see
the scooter. Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the chance of this
type of accident.
Therefore:
• Wear a brightly colored jacket.
• Use extra caution when ap-
proaching and passing through
intersections, since intersections are the most likely places
for scooter accidents to occur.
• Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.
● Many accidents involve inexperi-
enced operators. In fact, many operators who have been involved in
accidents do not even have a current driver’s license.
• Make sure that you are qualified
and that you only lend your
scooter to other qualified operators.
• Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
• We recommend that you practice riding your scooter where
there is no traffic until you have
become thoroughly familiar with
the scooter and all of its controls.
● Many accidents have been caused
by error of the scooter operator. A
typical error made by the operator
is veering wide on a turn due to
EXCESSIVE SPEED or undercornering (insufficient lean angle for
the speed).
• Always obey the speed limit and
never travel faster than warranted by road and traffic conditions.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
• Always signal before turning or
changing lanes. Make sure that
other motorists can see you.
● The posture of the operator and
passenger is important for proper
control.
• The operator should keep both
hands on the handlebar and
both feet on the footboard during
operation to maintain 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 passenger unless
he or she can firmly place both
feet on the passenger footrests.
● Never ride under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
● This scooter is designed for on-
road use only. It is not suitable for
off-road use.
Protective apparel
The majority of fatalities from scooter
accidents are the result of head injuries. The use of a safety helmet is the
single most critical factor in the prevention or reduction of head injuries.
● Always wear an approved helmet.
● Wear a face shield or goggles.
Wind in your unprotected eyes
could contribute to an impairment
of vision which could delay seeing
a hazard.
● The use of a jacket, substantial
shoes, trousers, gloves, etc., is effective in preventing or reducing
abrasions or lacerations.
● Never wear loose-fitting clothes,
otherwise they could catch on the
control levers or wheels and cause
injury or an accident.
● Never touch the engine or exhaust
system during or after operation.
They become very hot and can
cause burns. Always wear protective clothing that covers your legs,
ankles, and feet.
● Passengers should also observe
the above precautions.
Modifications
Modifications made to this scooter not
approved by Yamaha, or the removal of
original equipment, may render the
scooter unsafe for use and may cause
severe personal injury. Modifications
may also make your scooter illegal to
use.
Loading and accessories
Adding accessories or cargo to your
scooter can adversely affect stability
and handling if the weight distribution of
the scooter is changed. To avoid the
possibility of an accident, use extreme
caution when adding cargo or accessories to your scooter. Use extra care
when riding a scooter that has added
cargo or accessories. Here are some
general guidelines to follow if loading
cargo or adding accessories to your
scooter:
Loading
The total weight of the operator, passenger, accessories and cargo must
not exceed the maximum load limit.
Maximum load:
185 kg (408 lb)
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SAFETY INFORMATION
When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind:
● Cargo and accessory weight
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should be kept as low and close to
the scooter as possible. Make sure
to distribute the weight as evenly
as possible on both sides of the
scooter to minimize imbalance or
instability.
● Shifting weights can create a sud-
den imbalance. Make sure that accessories and cargo are securely
attached to the scooter before
riding. Check accessory mounts
and cargo restraints frequently.
● Never attach any large or heavy
items to the handlebar, front fork,
or front fender. Such items can
create unstable handling or a slow
steering response.
Accessories
Genuine Yamaha accessories have
been specifically designed for use on
this scooter. Since Yamaha cannot test
all other accessories that may be available, you must personally be responsible for the proper selection, installation
and use of non-Yamaha accessories.
Use extreme caution when selecting
and installing any accessories.
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 performance of your scooter. Carefully
inspect the accessory before using
it to make sure that it does not in
any way reduce ground clearance
or cornering clearance, limit suspension travel, steering travel or
control operation, or obscure lights
or reflectors.
• Accessories fitted to the handlebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improper
weight distribution or aerodynamic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be as
lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.
• Bulky or large accessories may
seriously affect the stability of
the scooter due to aerodynamic
effects. Wind may attempt to lift
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the scooter, or the scooter may
become unstable in cross
winds. These accessories may
also cause instability when
passing or being passed by
large vehicles.
• Certain accessories can displace the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the freedom of movement of the operator and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
not recommended.
● Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of the
scooter’s electrical system an
electric failure could result, which
could cause a dangerous loss of
lights or engine power.
Gasoline and exhaust gas
● GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMA-
BLE:
• Always turn the engine off when
refueling.
SAFETY INFORMATION
• Take care not to spill any gasoline on the engine or exhaust
system when refueling.
• Never refuel while smoking or in
the vicinity of an open flame.
● Never start the engine or let it run
for any length of time in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poisonous and may cause loss of
consciousness and death within a
short time. Always operate your
scooter in an area that has adequate ventilation.
● Always turn the engine off before
leaving the scooter unattended
and remove the key from the main
switch. When parking the scooter,
note the following:
• The engine and exhaust system
may be hot, therefore, park the
scooter in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to
touch these hot areas.
• Do not park the scooter on a
slope or soft ground, otherwise it
may fall over.
• Do not park the scooter near a
flammable source (e.g., a kerosene heater, or near an open
flame), otherwise it could catch
fire.
● If you should swallow any gaso-
line, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor,
or allow gasoline to get into your
eyes, see your doctor immediately.
If any gasoline spills on your skin
or clothing, immediately wash the
affected area with soap and water
and change your clothes.
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Further safe-riding points
● Be sure to signal clearly when
making turns.
● Braking can be extremely difficult
on a wet road. Avoid hard braking,
because the scooter could slide.
Apply the brakes slowly when
stopping on a wet surface.
● Slow down as you approach a cor-
ner or turn. Once you have completed a turn, accelerate slowly.
● Be careful when passing parked
cars. A driver might not see you
and open a door in your path.
● Railroad 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.
● The brake pads could get wet
when you wash the scooter. After
washing the scooter, check the
brakes before riding.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
● Always wear a helmet, gloves,
trousers (tapered around the cuff
and ankle so they do not flap), and
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a bright colored jacket.
● Do not carry too much luggage on
the scooter. An overloaded scooter is unstable.
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Left view
1. Rear storage compartment (page 3-11)
2. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-12)
3. Final transmission oil filler cap (page 6-9)
4. Air filter element (page 6-11)
5. V-belt case air filter element (page 6-11)
6. Sidestand (page 3-13, 6-19)
7. Coolant level check window (page 6-10)
8. Front brake pads (page 6-16)
DESCRIPTION
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DESCRIPTION
Right view
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1. Grab bar (page 5-2)
2. Main fuse/fuse box (page 6-22)
3. Battery (page 6-21)
4. Coolant reservoir cap (page 6-10)
5. Fuel tank cap (page 3-8)
6. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-7)
7. Centerstand (page 6-19)
8. Rear brake pads (page 6-16)
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2-2
Controls and instruments
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OPEN
PUSH
DESCRIPTION
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1. Rear brake lever (page 3-8)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6)
3. Front storage compartment (page 3-10)
4. Speedometer/Multi-function display (page 3-2/page 3-3)
5. Luggage hook (page 3-12)
6. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
7. Right handlebar switch (page 3-6)
8. Throttle grip (page 6-12)
9. Front brake lever (page 3-7)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock
OPEN
PUSH
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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 lights
come on, and the engine can be started. The key cannot be removed.
NOTE:
The headlights come on automatically
when the engine is started and stay on
until the key is turned to “” or the sid-
estand is moved down.
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OFF “”
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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 “” posi-
tion, and then turn it to “” while
still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to “”
while still pushing it.
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WARNING
Never turn the key to “” or “”
while the vehicle is moving, otherwise the electrical systems will be
switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Make
sure that the vehicle is stopped before turning the key to “” or “”.
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Indicator and warning lights
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1. High beam indicator light “”
2. Left turn signal indicator light “”
3. Right turn signal indicator light “”
4. Engine trouble warning light “”
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Turn signal indicator lights “” and
“”
The corresponding indicator light flashes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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High beam indicator light “”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
Engine trouble warning light “”
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This warning light comes on when an
electrical circuit monitoring the engine
is defective. When this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the self-diagnosis system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“”. If the warning light does not come
on for a few seconds, then go off, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
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Speedometer
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1. Speedometer
UK ONLY
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50
40
60
mph
30
20
10
0
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1. Speedometer
The speedometer shows the riding
speed.
70
80
90
100
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Fuel gauge
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2
3
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1. Fuel gauge
2. Fuel level warning light
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 2.7 L
(0.72 US gal) (0.60 Imp.gal), the fuel
level warning light will come on and the
multi-function display will automatically
change to the “Trip/fuel” mode. (See
page 3-3.) If this occurs, refuel as soon
as possible.
NOTE:
Do not allow the fuel tank to empty itself
completely.
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Coolant temperature gauge
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1. Red zone
With the key in the “” position, the
coolant temperature gauge indicates
the temperature of the coolant. The
coolant temperature varies with changes in the weather and engine load. If
the needle reaches or enters the red
zone, stop the vehicle and let the engine cool. (See page 6-28.)
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CAUTION:
Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
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Multi-function display
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1. “MODE” button
2. Multi-function display
3. “SET” button
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The multi-function display is equipped
with the following:
● an odometer (which shows the to-
tal 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)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
● 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.
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
"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
NOTE:
● The Trip/fuel odometer is only acti-
vated if the fuel level warning light
comes on.
● The Trip 2 odometer is automati-
cally reset after turning the key to
“” and two hours have passed.
Pushing the “SET” button when in the
tripmeter mode switches the display
between the different tripmeter functions in the following order:
Trip 1 or Trip 2 → Time 1 or 2 → Average speed 1 or 2 → Trip 1 or Trip 2
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"Set"
2
"Set"
"Set"
3
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1. Distance
2. Time
3. Average speed
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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To 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).
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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Ambient temperature display
1
2
3
ZAUM0396
1. Frost warning indicator “”
2. Minus item
3. Temperature
This display shows the ambient temperature from –30 °C (–86 °F) to 50 °C
(122 °F).
The frost warning indicator “” auto-
matically comes on if the temperature is
lower than 3 °C (37.4 °F).
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Oil change indicator “OIL”
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1. 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.
Handlebar switches
Left
1. Dimmer “ / ”/Pass “” switch
2. Turn signal switch “ / ”
3. Horn switch “”
Right
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1. Start switch “”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.
With the headlight on low beam, press
this switch downwards to flash the
headlight.
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Turn signal switch “ / ”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “”. When re-
leased, 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.
Horn switch “”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
Start switch “”
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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CAUTION:
See page 5-1 for starting instructions prior to starting the engine.
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Front brake lever
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1. 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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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Rear brake lever
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1. 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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Fuel tank cap
To open the fuel tank cap
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1. Fuel tank cap
2. Fuel tank cap cover
1. Open the fuel tank cap cover by
pushing in on the front end of it.
2. Insert the key in the lock and turn it
clockwise.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Align the match marks, and then
push the fuel tank cap into the original position.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise and
remove it.
3. Close the fuel tank cover.
Fuel
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1
2
2
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1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
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, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
● Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-
gine.
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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
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
10.5 L (2.77 US gal) (2.31 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.7 L (0.72 US gal) (0.60 Imp.gal)
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.
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
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or premium unleaded fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will extend spark plug life
and reduce maintenance costs.
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Catalytic converter
This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
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WARNING
The exhaust system is hot after operation. Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down before doing any maintenance work.
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CAUTION:
The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.
● Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
● Never park the vehicle near pos-
sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.
● Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
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