Yamaha Versity VP300 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
VP300
1S6-F8199-E0

EAU04576 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 Yamaha 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!

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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!
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.
NOTE : A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
CAUTION:
NOTE :
•Thismanualshouldbeconsideredapermanentpartofthisscooterandshouldremainwithitevenifthe
scooter is subsequently 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
discrepanciesbetweenyourscooterandthis manual. Ifyouhave any questionsconcerningthis manual,
please consult your Yamaha dealer.

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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS
SCOOTER.
WARNING
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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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.

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
CONSUMER INFORMATION
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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3
4
5
6
7
8
9
INDEX

GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY .................................................1-1
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
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Scootersare fascinatingvehicles, whichcan giveyou anunsurpassedfeeling ofpower andfreedom. 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 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 illu-
sion 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
•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 corner 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
extremelyslipperywhen wet.Slow downand crossthem withcaution. Keepthescooterupright,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.
•Always wear a helmet, gloves, trousers (tapered around the cuff and ankle so they do not flap), and a
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
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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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DESCRIPTION
Right view
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)
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
PUSH
OPEN
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 (page 3-2)
20. Luggage hook (page 3-15)
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
PUSH
OPEN
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WARNING
3-1
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and
isused tolock the steering.Thevarious
positions are described below.
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OFF " "
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK " "
Thesteering 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 fromthe " " (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 " " 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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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 " " or the
sidestand is moved down.

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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.
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Speedometer
The speedometer shows the riding
speed.
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Low beam indicator light " "
This indicator light comes on when the
low beam of the headlight is switched
on.
1. Low beam indicator light " "
2. Left turn signal indicator " "
3. Right turn signal indicator " "
4. High beam indicator light " "
km/h
km/h
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1. Speedometer
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Indicator lights
3-2
UK ONLY
km/h
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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
thetankreachesapproximately1.9L,the
fuel level warning light will come on and
the multi-function display will
automatically change to the "Trip/Fuel"
mode.(Seepage3-4—3-5 fordetails.).
Ifthis occurs, refuel as soonas possible.
NOTE :
Donot allowthe fuel tankto emptyitself
completely.
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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.
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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Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
CAUTION:
1. Fuel gauge
2. Fuel warning light 1. High level
2. Lowlevel 1. Red zone
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2O
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3-3
10O
10O
12O
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14O
14O
16O
16O
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C
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15V
9V
9V
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2
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10O
12O
14O
16O
H
C
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9V9V
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