Yamaha MAJESTY YP250 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
5GM-28199-E0
YP250
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EAU00001 INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of a YP250, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience in and newest technolo-
gy for the design and the manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputa-
tion for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all your YP250’s advantages. 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 to keep your scooter in the best possible con-
dition. 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
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY
IS INVOLVED!
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.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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NOTE:
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 there is any question
concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING
THIS SCOOTER.
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YP250
OWNER’S MANUAL
©1999 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, October 1999
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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EAU00009 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 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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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY ................................................1-1
FURTHER SAFE RIDING POINTS FOR THIS MODEL ....................1-2 1
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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.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving your scooter’s value and operating condi-
tion. 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 passen-
gers. 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 pro-
tective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Though 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 defensively
avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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FURTHER SAFE RIDING POINTS FOR THIS MODEL
8Be sure to signal clearly when making turns.
8Braking 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.
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.
8Street car rails, iron plates on road construction sites, and man-hole covers become extremely
slippery when wet. Slow down and cross them with caution. Keep the scooter upright. 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
Left view .............................................................................................2-1
Right view...........................................................................................2-2
Controls/Instruments ..........................................................................2-3 2
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Rear storage compartment (page 3-14)
2. Grab bar (Page 5-2)
3. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-15)
4. Air filter (page 6-16)
5. V-belt case air filter (page 6-17)
6. Centerstand (page 6-24)
7. Sidestand (page 3-16)
8. Fuel tank cap (page 3-10)
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DESCRIPTION
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9. Rider seat (page 3-12)
10. Air flow louver (page 6-18)
11. Headlight (page 6-28)
12. Radiator
13. Battery (page 6-26)
14. Fuse box (page 6-27)
15. Coolant reservoir tank (page 6-15)
16. Coolant level check window (page 6-15)
17. Engine oil dipstick (page 6-11)
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18. Rear brake lever (page 3-10)
19. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6, 3-7)
20. Front storage compartment A (page 3-14)
21. Digital clock (page 3-6)
22. Speedometer (page 3-4)
23. Coolant temperature gauge (page 3-5)
24. Fuel gauge (page 3-5)
25. Right handlebar switches (page 3-7, 3-9)
26. Front brake lever (page 3-9)
27. Throttle grip
28. Front storage compartment B (page 3-14)
29. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
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DESCRIPTION
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock....................................................................3-1
Indicator lights ....................................................................................3-2
Oil change indicator light circuit check ...............................................3-3
Speedometer .....................................................................................3-4
Diagnosis device ................................................................................3-4
Antitheft alarm (optional) ....................................................................3-5
Fuel gauge..........................................................................................3-5
Coolant temperature gauge................................................................3-5
Digital clock ........................................................................................3-6
Handlebar switches............................................................................3-6
Headlight beam variation....................................................................3-8
Front brake lever ................................................................................3-9
Rear brake lever...............................................................................3-10
Fuel tank cap....................................................................................3-10
Fuel...................................................................................................3-11
Catalyzer ..........................................................................................3-12
Rider seat.........................................................................................3-12
Rider seat adjustment.......................................................................3-13
Storage compartments.....................................................................3-14
Rear shock absorber adjustment......................................................3-15
Carrier (optional)...............................................................................3-16
Sidestand..........................................................................................3-16
Sidestand switch operation check....................................................3-17
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on.
The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off. The key can be removed in this
position.
To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left. While
pushing the key into the main switch,
turn it from “OFF” to “LOCK” and
remove it.
To release the lock, turn the key to
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the scooter is mov-
ing. The electrical circuits will be
switched off which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Be
sure the scooter is stopped before
turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”.
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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight, license light and aux-
iliary light come on, but all other cir-
cuits are off. The key can be
removed in this position.
To set the main switch to “
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1. Set the main switch to “LOCK”.
2. Slightly turn the key counter-
clockwise until it stops.
3. While still turning the key coun-
terclockwise, push it inward until
it snaps into place.
Do not leave the main switch in this
position for an extended period of
time because the battery may dis-
charge.
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Indicator lights
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Oil change indicator light “7”
When this indicator light comes on,
the engine oil should be changed. It
will come on at the initial 1,000 km
and every 3,000 km thereafter. (Refer
to “Engine oil replacement” for reset-
ting procedures.)
The oil change indicator light circuit
can be checked by the procedure on
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High beam indicator light “&”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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Turn indicator lights “4”/“6”
The corresponding indicator flashes
when the turn signal switch is moved
to the left or right.
1. Oil change indicator light “7”
2. High beam indicator light “&”
3. Left turn indicator light “4”
4. Right turn indicator light “6”
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Oil change indicator light circuit check
Electrical circuit is OK.
Go ahead with riding.
Turn the main switch to “ON”.
Turn the engine stop switch to “#”.
Indicator light comes
on for a few seconds
and then goes off.
Indicator light does
not come on.
Ask a Yamaha dealer
to inspect electrical cir-
cuit.
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