Yamaha XP500 User manual

PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
PRINTED IN JAPAN
2002.9-0.5x1 !
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OWNER’S MANUAL
5GJ-28199-E2
XP500
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EAU04576 INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the XP500, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technolo-
gy regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a rep-
utation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your XP500.
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 condi-
tion. 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.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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NOTE:
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 you have any ques-
tions 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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XP500
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2002 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, August 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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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 ...................................................................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 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 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. 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
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.
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
Left view ............................................................................................2-1
Right view ..........................................................................................2-2
Controls and instruments ...................................................................2-3
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2-1
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Fuel tank cap (page 3-9)
2. Rear storage compartment (page 3-14)
3. Helmet holder (page 3-13)
4. Grab bar (page 5-2)
5. Chain drive oil filler cap (page 6-15)
6. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-13)
7. V-belt air filter element (left)
8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-13)
9. Engine oil level check window (page 6-12)
10. Oil filter cartridge (page 6-13)
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Partlocations
Left view
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DESCRIPTION
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11. Battery, Fuses (page 6-32, 6-34)
12. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
13. Front storage compartment (page 3-14)
14. Windshield
15. Air filter element (page 6-19)
16. Radiator
17. Coolant level check window (page 6-17)
18. V-belt air filter element (right)
19. Centerstand (page 6-29)
20. Passenger footrest
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Right view
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2-3
DESCRIPTION
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1. Rear brake lever (page 3-9)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-6)
3. Clock (page 3-5)
4. Speedometer unit (page 3-4)
5. Coolant temperature gauge (page 3-5)
6. Fuel gauge (page 3-4)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-7)
8. Front brake lever (page 3-9)
9. Throttle grip (page 6-22, 6-29)
10. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
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Controls and instruments
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................................................3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................................................3-2
Speedometer unit ..............................................................................3-4
Fuel gauge .........................................................................................3-4
Coolant temperature gauge ...............................................................3-5
Clock ..................................................................................................3-5
Self-diagnosis device .........................................................................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ..................................................................3-6
Handlebar switches ...........................................................................3-6
Front brake lever ...............................................................................3-9
Rear brake lever ................................................................................3-9
Fuel tank cap .....................................................................................3-9
Fuel ..................................................................................................3-10
Seat .................................................................................................3-11
Adjusting the rider backrest .............................................................3-12
Shock absorber ...............................................................................3-13
Helmet holder ..................................................................................3-13
Storage compartments ....................................................................3-14
Sidestand .........................................................................................3-14
Ignition circuit cut-off system ...........................................................3-15
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Main switch/steering lock
Mainswitch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock con-
trols 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.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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LOCK
ON
OFF
OPEN
PUSH
PUSH
NOTE:
The headlight comes on automatical-
ly 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 electri-
cal 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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Never turn the key to “OFF”or
“LOCK”while the scooter is mov-
ing, otherwise the electrical sys-
tems will be switched off, which
may result in loss of control or an
accident. Make sure that the scoot-
er is stopped before turning the
key to “OFF”or “LOCK”.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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. (Parking)
The steering is locked, and the tail-
light, license light and auxiliary light
are on, but all other electrical sys-
tems are off. The key can be
removed.
To turn the main switch to “
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”:
1. Turn the key to “LOCK”.
2. Slightly turn the key counter-
clockwise until it stops.
3. While still turning the key coun-
terclockwise, push it in until it
snaps into place.
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Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
If the engine oil is changed before the
oil change indicator light comes on
(i.e. before the periodic oil change
interval has been reached), the indi-
cator light must be reset after the oil
change for the next periodic oil
change to be indicated at the correct
time. (See page 6-15 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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Indicator lights
Indicatorlights
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Oil change indicator light “7”
Oilchange indicator light
This indicator light comes on at the
initial 1,000 km, then at 5,000 km and
every 5,000 km thereafter to indicate
that the engine oil should be
changed.
After changing the engine oil, reset
the oil change indicator light. (See
page 6-15 for the resetting proce-
dure.)
1 2 3 4
1. Oil change indicator light “7”
2. V-belt replacement indicator light “V-BELT”
3. High beam indicator light “&”
4. Turn signal indicator lights “4”and “6”
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3-3
NOTE:
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.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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V-belt replacement indicator light
“V-BELT”
V-beltreplacement indicator light
This indicator light comes on every
20,000 km when the V-belt needs to
be replaced.
The electrical circuit of the indicator
light can be checked according to the
following procedure.
1. Turn the key to “ON”and make
sure that the engine stop switch
is set to “#”.
2. If the indicator light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
1 2 3 4
1. Oil change indicator light “7”
2. V-belt replacement indicator light “V-BELT”
3. High beam indicator light “&”
4. Turn signal indicator lights “4”and “6”
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High beam indicator light “&”
Highbeam indicator light
This indicator light comes on when
the high beam of the headlight is
switched on.
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Turn signal indicator lights “4”
and “6”
Turnsignal indicator lights
The corresponding indicator light
flashes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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