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OWNER’S MANUAL

XP500
XP500A
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YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.


1450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan

DECLARATION of CONFORMITY

We
Company: YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
Address: 1450-6, Mori, Mori-Machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-Ken, 437-0292 Japan

Hereby declare that the product:


Kind of equipment: IMMOBILIZER
Type-designation: 5SL-00

is in compliance with following norm(s) or documents:


R&TTE Directive(1999/5/EC)
EN300 330-2 v1.3.1(2006-01), EN300 330-2 v1.5.1(2010-02)
EN60950-1:2006/A11:2009
Two or Three-Wheel Motor Vehicles Directive(97/24/EC: Chapter 8, EMC)

Place of issue: Shizuoka, Japan

Date of issue: 1 Aug. 2002

Revision record
No. Contents Date
1 To change contact person and integrate type-designation. 9 Jun. 2005
2 Version up the norm of EN60950 to EN60950-1 27 Feb. 2006
3 To change company name 1 Mar. 2007
version up of the following norm:
4 • EN300 330-2 v1.1.1 to EN300 330-2 v1.3.1 and EN300 330-2 v1.5.1 8 Jul. 2010
• EN60950-1:2001 to EN60950-1:2006/A11:2009

General manager of quality assurance div.

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INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!


As the owner of the XP500/XP500A, 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 XP500/XP500A. 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 fur-
ther 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!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent 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 a Yamaha dealer.
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WARNING
Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this scooter.

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION


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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:


This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
WARNING death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
NOTICE
vehicle or other property.

TIP A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.


*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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XP500/XP500A
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2012 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, June 2012
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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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ................. 1-1 Rear view mirrors ......................... 3-25 Adjusting the engine idling
Further safe-riding points ................ 1-5 Shock absorber assembly ............ 3-26 speed ......................................... 6-16
Sidestand ..................................... 3-26 Checking the throttle grip free
DESCRIPTION .................................. 2-1 Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-27 play ............................................ 6-17
Left view .......................................... 2-1 Valve clearance ............................ 6-17
Right view ........................................ 2-2 FOR YOUR SAFETY – Tires .............................................. 6-17
Controls and instruments................. 2-3 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1 Cast wheels .................................. 6-19
Checking the front and rear brake
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL OPERATION AND IMPORTANT lever free play ............................ 6-20
FUNCTIONS ....................................... 3-1 RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1 Adjusting the rear brake lock
Immobilizer system ......................... 3-1 Starting the engine ......................... 5-1 cable .......................................... 6-21
Main switch/steering lock ................ 3-2 Starting off ...................................... 5-2 Checking the rear brake lock ........ 6-21
Indicator lights and warning Acceleration and deceleration ........ 5-3 Checking the front and rear brake
lights ............................................ 3-3 Braking ........................................... 5-3 pads ........................................... 6-22
Speedometer .................................. 3-5 Tips for reducing fuel Checking the brake fluid level ....... 6-23
Tachometer .................................... 3-5 consumption ............................... 5-4 Changing the brake fluid ............... 6-24
Multi-function display ...................... 3-5 Engine break-in .............................. 5-4 Drive belt slack ............................. 6-24
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ............. 3-12 Parking ........................................... 5-5 Checking and lubricating the
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-12 cables ........................................ 6-24
Front brake lever .......................... 3-14 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND Checking and lubricating the
Rear brake lever ........................... 3-14 ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1 throttle grip and cable ................ 6-25
Rear brake lock lever .................... 3-15 Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2 Lubricating the front and rear
ABS (for ABS models) .................. 3-16 Periodic maintenance chart for the brake levers ............................... 6-25
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-17 emission control system ............. 6-3 Checking and lubricating the
Fuel ............................................... 3-18 General maintenance and centerstand and sidestand ........ 6-26
Catalytic converter ........................ 3-19 lubrication chart .......................... 6-4 Checking the front fork .................. 6-26
Seat .............................................. 3-20 Removing and installing panels ..... 6-8 Checking the steering ................... 6-27
Adjusting the rider backrest .......... 3-20 Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10 Checking the wheel bearings ........ 6-27
Helmet holder ............................... 3-21 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-11 Battery .......................................... 6-28
Storage compartments ................. 3-22 Coolant ......................................... 6-14 Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-30
Windshield .................................... 3-24 Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-15 Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-32

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-33
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-33
Rear turn signal light bulb.............. 6-34
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-34
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ... 6-35
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-35
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-37

SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE ... 7-1


Matte color caution ......................... 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ........................................... 7-3

SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 8-1

CONSUMER INFORMATION............. 9-1


Identification numbers .................... 9-1

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SAFETY INFORMATION
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a training course. Beginners • Use extra caution when you are
should receive training from a cer- approaching and passing
tified instructor. Contact an autho- through intersections, since in-
1 Be a Responsible Owner rized scooter dealer to find out tersections are the most likely
As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- about the training courses nearest places for scooter accidents to
sible for the safe and proper operation you. occur.
of your scooter. • Ride where other motorists can
Scooters are single-track vehicles. Safe Riding see you. Avoid riding in another
Their safe use and operation are de- Perform the pre-operation checks each motorist’s blind spot.
pendent upon the use of proper riding time you use the vehicle to make sure it • Never maintain a scooter with-
techniques as well as the expertise of is in safe operating condition. Failure to out proper knowledge. Contact
the operator. Every operator should inspect or maintain the vehicle properly an authorized scooter dealer to
know the following requirements before increases the possibility of an accident inform you on basic scooter
riding this scooter. or equipment damage. See page 4-1 maintenance. Certain mainte-
He or she should: for a list of pre-operation checks. nance can only be carried out by
 Obtain thorough instructions from  This scooter is designed to carry certified staff.
a competent source on all aspects the operator and a passenger.  Many accidents involve inexperi-
of scooter operation.  The failure of motorists to detect enced operators. In fact, many op-
 Observe the warnings and mainte- and recognize scooters in traffic is erators who have been involved in
nance requirements in this Own- the predominating cause of auto- accidents do not even have a cur-
er’s Manual. mobile/scooter accidents. Many rent driver’s license.
 Obtain qualified training in safe accidents have been caused by an • Make sure that you are qualified
and proper riding techniques. automobile driver who did not see and that you only lend your
 Obtain professional technical ser- the scooter. Making yourself con- scooter to other qualified opera-
vice as indicated in this Owner’s spicuous appears to be very effec- tors.
Manual and/or when made neces- tive in reducing the chance of this • Know your skills and limits.
sary by mechanical conditions. type of accident. Staying within your limits may
 Never operate a scooter without Therefore: help you to avoid an accident.
proper training or instruction. Take • Wear a brightly colored jacket. • We recommend that you prac-
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SAFETY INFORMATION
tice riding your scooter where with both hands and keep both control levers or wheels and cause
there is no traffic until you have feet on the passenger footrests. injury or an accident.
become thoroughly familiar with Never carry a passenger unless  Always wear protective clothing
the scooter and all of its con- he or she can firmly place both that covers your legs, ankles, and 1
trols. feet on the passenger footrests. feet. The engine or exhaust sys-
 Many accidents have been caused  Never ride under the influence of tem become very hot during or af-
by error of the scooter operator. A alcohol or other drugs. ter operation and can cause burns.
typical error made by the operator  This scooter is designed for  A passenger should also observe
is veering wide on a turn due to ex- on-road use only. It is not suitable the above precautions.
cessive speed or undercornering for off-road use.
(insufficient lean angle for the Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
speed). Protective Apparel All engine exhaust contains carbon
• Always obey the speed limit and The majority of fatalities from scooter monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car-
never travel faster than warrant- accidents are the result of head inju- bon monoxide can cause headaches,
ed by road and traffic conditions. ries. The use of a safety helmet is the dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu-
• Always signal before turning or single most critical factor in the preven- sion, and eventually death.
changing lanes. Make sure that tion or reduction of head injuries. Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odor-
other motorists can see you.  Always wear an approved helmet. less, tasteless gas which may be
 The posture of the operator and  Wear a face shield or goggles. present even if you do not see or smell
passenger is important for proper Wind in your unprotected eyes any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of
control. could contribute to an impairment carbon monoxide can collect rapidly
• The operator should keep both of vision that could delay seeing a and you can quickly be overcome and
hands on the handlebar and hazard. unable to save yourself. Also, deadly
both feet on the operator foot-  The use of a jacket, substantial levels of carbon monoxide can linger
rests during operation to main- shoes, trousers, gloves, etc., is ef- for hours or days in enclosed or poorly
tain control of the scooter. fective in preventing or reducing ventilated areas. If you experience any
• The passenger should always abrasions or lacerations. symptoms of carbon monoxide poison-
hold onto the operator, the seat  Never wear loose-fitting clothes, ing, leave the area immediately, get
strap or grab bar, if equipped, otherwise they could catch on the fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREAT-
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SAFETY INFORMATION
MENT. senger, accessories and cargo must sure of your tires.
 Do not run engine indoors. Even if not exceed the maximum load limit. • Never attach any large or heavy
you try to ventilate engine exhaust Operation of an overloaded vehicle items to the handlebar, front
1 with fans or open windows and could cause an accident. fork, or front fender. Such items
doors, carbon monoxide can rap- can create unstable handling or
idly reach dangerous levels. Maximum load: a slow steering response.
XP500 198 kg (437 lb)
 Do not run engine in poorly venti- XP500A 194 kg (428 lb)  This vehicle is not designed to
lated or partially enclosed areas pull a trailer or to be attached to
such as barns, garages, or car- When loading within this weight limit, a sidecar.
ports. keep the following in mind:
 Do not run engine outdoors where  Cargo and accessory weight Genuine Yamaha Accessories
engine exhaust can be drawn into should be kept as low and close to Choosing accessories for your vehicle
a building through openings such the scooter as possible. Securely is an important decision. Genuine
as windows and doors. pack your heaviest items as close Yamaha accessories, which are avail-
to the center of the vehicle as pos- able only from a Yamaha dealer, have
Loading sible and make sure to distribute been designed, tested, and approved
Adding accessories or cargo to your the weight as evenly as possible by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
scooter can adversely affect stability on both sides of the scooter to min- Many companies with no connection to
and handling if the weight distribution of imize imbalance or instability. Yamaha manufacture parts and acces-
the scooter is changed. To avoid the  Shifting weights can create a sud- sories or offer other modifications for
possibility of an accident, use extreme den imbalance. Make sure that ac- Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a
caution when adding cargo or accesso- cessories and cargo are securely position to test the products that these
ries to your scooter. Use extra care attached to the scooter before aftermarket companies produce.
when riding a scooter that has added riding. Check accessory mounts Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
cargo or accessories. Here, along with and cargo restraints frequently. dorse nor recommend the use of ac-
the information about accessories be- • Properly adjust the suspension cessories not sold by Yamaha or
low, are some general guidelines to fol- for your load (suspension-ad- modifications not specifically recom-
low if loading cargo to your scooter: justable models only), and mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
The total weight of the operator, pas- check the condition and pres- installed by a Yamaha dealer.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, • Accessories fitted to the handle- sories exceed the capacity of the
and Modifications bar or the front fork area can scooter’s electrical system, an
While you may find aftermarket prod- create instability due to improper electric failure could result, which
ucts similar in design and quality to weight distribution or aerody- could cause a dangerous loss of 1
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog- namic changes. If accessories lights or engine power.
nize that some aftermarket accessories are added to the handlebar or
or modifications are not suitable be- front fork area, they must be as Aftermarket Tires and Rims
cause of potential safety hazards to you lightweight as possible and The tires and rims that came with your
or others. Installing aftermarket prod- should be kept to a minimum. scooter were designed to match the
ucts or having other modifications per- • Bulky or large accessories may performance capabilities and to provide
formed to your vehicle that change any seriously affect the stability of the best combination of handling, brak-
of the vehicle’s design or operation the scooter due to aerodynamic ing, and comfort. Other tires, rims, siz-
characteristics can put you and others effects. Wind may attempt to lift es, and combinations may not be
at greater risk of serious injury or death. the scooter, or the scooter may appropriate. Refer to page 6-17 for tire
You are responsible for injuries related become unstable in cross specifications and more information on
to changes in the vehicle. winds. These accessories may replacing your tires.
Keep the following guidelines in mind, also cause instability when
as well as those provided under “Load- passing or being passed by Transporting the Scooter
ing” when mounting accessories. large vehicles. Be sure to observe following instruc-
 Never install accessories or carry • Certain accessories can dis- tions before transporting the scooter in
cargo that would impair the perfor- place the operator from his or another vehicle.
mance of your scooter. Carefully her normal riding position. This  Remove all loose items from the
inspect the accessory before using improper position limits the free- scooter.
it to make sure that it does not in dom of movement of the opera-  Point the front wheel straight
any way reduce ground clearance tor and may limit control ability, ahead on the trailer or in the truck
or cornering clearance, limit sus- therefore, such accessories are bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
pension travel, steering travel or not recommended. vent movement.
control operation, or obscure lights  Use caution when adding electri-  Secure the scooter with tie-downs
or reflectors. cal accessories. If electrical acces- or suitable straps that are attached
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SAFETY INFORMATION
to solid parts of the scooter, such EAU10373
and ankle so they do not flap), and
as the frame or upper front fork tri- Further safe-riding points a bright colored jacket.
ple clamp (and not, for example, to  Be sure to signal clearly when  Do not carry too much luggage on
1 rubber-mounted handlebars or making turns. the scooter. An overloaded scoot-
turn signals, or parts that could  Braking can be extremely difficult er is unstable. Use a strong cord to
break). Choose the location for the on a wet road. Avoid hard braking, secure any luggage to the carrier
straps carefully so the straps will because the scooter could slide. (if equipped). A loose load will af-
not rub against painted surfaces Apply the brakes slowly when fect the stability of the scooter and
during transport. stopping on a wet surface. could divert your attention from the
 The suspension should be com-  Slow down as you approach a cor- road. (See page 1-3.)
pressed somewhat by the ner or turn. Once you have com-
tie-downs, if possible, so that the pleted a turn, accelerate slowly.
scooter will not bounce excessive-  Be careful when passing parked
ly during transport. 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 be-
come extremely slippery when
wet. Slow down and cross them
with caution. Keep the scooter up-
right, 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
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DESCRIPTION
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Left view
1 2 3 4 5 1

11 10 98 7 6
1. Battery (page 6-28) 8. Engine oil drain bolt (page 6-11)
2. V-belt air filter element (left) 9. Engine oil level check window (page 6-11)
3. Helmet holder (page 3-21) 10.Oil filter cartridge (page 6-11)
4. Rear storage compartment (page 3-22) 11.Coolant level check window (page 6-14)
5. Grab bar (page 5-2)
6. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-11)
7. Sidestand (page 3-26)

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DESCRIPTION
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Right view

1
1 2 3 4 5

8 7 6
1. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-2)
9 2. Fuel tank cap (page 3-17)
3. Air filter element (page 6-15)
4. Windshield (page 3-24)
5. Fuses (page 6-30)
6. V-belt air filter element (right)
7. Centerstand (page 6-26)

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DESCRIPTION
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Controls and instruments


1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

6
9
7
10
12 11 8

1. Rear brake lever (page 3-14) 8. Front brake lever (page 3-14)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-12) 9. Throttle grip (page 6-17) 9
3. Rear brake lock lever (page 3-15) 10.Front storage compartment B (page 3-22)
4. Speedometer (page 3-5) 11.Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
5. Multi-function display (page 3-5) 12.Front storage compartment A (page 3-22)
6. Tachometer (page 3-5)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-12)

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS


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light (See page 3-4.) place.
Immobilizer system The key with the red bow is used to reg-  Do not submerse any key in wa-
ister codes in each standard key. Since ter.
1 re-registering is a difficult process, take  Do not expose any key to exces-
the vehicle along with all three keys to sively high temperatures.
2 a Yamaha dealer to have them re-reg-  Do not place any key close to
istered. Do not use the key with the red magnets (this includes, but not
bow for driving. It should only be used limited to, products such as
3 for re-registering the standard keys. Al- speakers, etc.).
ways use a standard key for driving.  Do not place items that transmit
4 ECA11821
electrical signals close to any
NOTICE key.
1. Code re-registering key (red bow)  DO NOT LOSE THE CODE  Do not place heavy items on any
5 2. Standard keys (black bow) RE-REGISTERING KEY! CON- key.
This vehicle is equipped with an immo- TACT YOUR DEALER IMMEDI-  Do not grind any key or alter its
6 bilizer system to help prevent theft by ATELY IF IT IS LOST! If the code shape.
re-registering codes in the standard re-registering key is lost, regis-  Do not disassemble the plastic
7 keys. This system consists of the fol- tering new codes in the stan- part of any key.
lowing: dard keys is impossible. The  Do not put two keys of any im-
 a code re-registering key (with a standard keys can still be used mobilizer system on the same
8
red bow) to start the vehicle, however if key ring.
 two standard keys (with a black code re-registering is required  Keep the standard keys as well
9 bow) that can be re-registered with (i.e., if a new standard key is as keys of other immobilizer
new codes made or all keys are lost) the en- systems away from this vehi-
 a transponder (which is installed in tire immobilizer system must be cle’s code re-registering key.
the code re-registering key) replaced. Therefore, it is highly  Keep other immobilizer system
 an immobilizer unit recommended to use either keys away from the main switch
 an ECU standard key and keep the code as they may cause signal inter-
 an immobilizer system indicator re-registering key in a safe
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS


ference. EAU10472
come on, and the engine can be start-
Main switch/steering lock ed. The key cannot be removed.
TIP
The headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays on
until the key is turned to “OFF” or the 2
sidestand is moved down.
3
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OFF
4
All electrical systems are off. The key
The main switch/steering lock controls can be removed.
the ignition and lighting systems, and is EWA10061 5
used to lock the steering. The various WARNING
positions are described below. Never turn the key to “OFF” or 6
TIP “LOCK” while the vehicle is moving.
Be sure to use the standard key (black Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in 7
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To
minimize the risk of losing the code loss of control or an accident.
re-registering key (red bow), keep it in a 8
safe place and only use it for code EAU10684

re-registering. LOCK 9
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
EAU10560
moved.
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
To lock the steering
power; the meter lighting, taillight, li-
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
cense plate light and auxiliary light
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS


the left. EAU49392
high beam of the headlight is switched
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po- Indicator lights and warning on.
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK” lights
1 while still pushing it. EAU43023
1 1 2 3 Engine trouble warning light “ ”
3. Remove the key.
This warning light comes on if an elec-
2 trical circuit monitoring the engine is not
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to working correctly. If this occurs, have a
3 “OFF” while still pushing it. Yamaha dealer check the self-diagno-
sis system.
4 EAU34341 The electrical circuit of the warning light
(Parking) can be checked by turning the key to
The steering is locked, and the taillight, 5 4 “ON”. The warning light should come
5 license plate light and auxiliary light are 1. Turn signal indicator lights “ ” and “ ” on for a few seconds, and then go off.
on. The hazard lights and turn signal 2. High beam indicator light “ ” If the warning light does not come on
6 lights can be turned on, but all other 3. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
electrical systems are off. The key can light “ ABS ” (for ABS models) or if the warning light remains on, have
be removed. 4. Engine trouble warning light “ ” a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
7
The steering must be locked before the 5. Immobilizer system indicator light circuit.
key can be turned to “ ”. TIP
8 ECA11020 EAU11030

Turn signal indicator lights “ ” and This warning light will come on when
NOTICE
“ ” the key is turned to “ON” and the start
9 Do not use the parking position for switch is pushed, but this does not indi-
an extended length of time, other- The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is cate a malfunction.
wise the battery may discharge.
pushed to the left or right.
EAU53990
EAU11080
ABS warning light “ ” (for ABS
ABS

High beam indicator light “ ” models)


This indicator light comes on when the In normal operation, the ABS warning
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light comes on when the key is turned cal circuits as soon as possible. hours have passed, the indicator light
to “ON”, and goes off after traveling at a will stop flashing, however the immobi-
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or higher. TIP lizer system is still enabled.
If the ABS warning light:  If the start switch is pushed while The self-diagnosis device also detects
 does not come on when the key is the engine is running, the ABS problems in the immobilizer system cir-
turned to “ON” warning light will come on, but this cuits. (See page 3-11 for an explana- 2
 comes on or flashes while riding is not a malfunction. tion of the self-diagnosis device.)
 does not go off after traveling at a  The ABS warning light may come
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or higher on while accelerating the engine 3
The ABS may not work correctly. If any with the scooter on its centerstand,
of the above occurs, have a Yamaha but this does not indicate a mal- 4
dealer check the system as soon as function.
possible. (See page 3-16 for an expla-
5
nation of the ABS.) EAU38624
EWA16040
Immobilizer system indicator light
WARNING The electrical circuit of the indicator 6
If the ABS warning light does not go light can be checked by turning the key
off after traveling at a speed of 10 to “ON”. The indicator light should 7
km/h (6 mi/h) or higher, or if the come on for a few seconds, and then
warning light comes on or flashes go off.
8
while riding, the brake system re- If the indicator light does not come on
verts to conventional braking. If ei- initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
ther of the above occurs, or if the or if the indicator light remains on, have 9
warning light does not come on at a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
all, use extra caution to avoid possi- circuit.
ble wheel lock during emergency When the key is turned to “OFF” and 30
braking. Have a Yamaha dealer seconds have passed, the indicator
check the brake system and electri- light will start flashing indicating the im-
mobilizer system is enabled. After 24
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EAU11601 EAU11872 EAU52242

Speedometer Tachometer Multi-function display


EWA12312

1 WARNING
1 1 Be sure to stop the vehicle before
making any setting changes to the
2
multi-function display. Changing
settings while riding can distract the
3 operator and increase the risk of an
2 accident.
4
4
1. Speedometer 1. Tachometer red zone 3
5 2. Tachometer
The speedometer shows the riding 2 5
speed. The electric tachometer allows the rider 1 6 7
6 When the key is turned to “ON”, the to monitor the engine speed and keep it
speedometer needle will sweep once within the ideal power range.
7 across the speed range and then return When the key is turned to “ON”, the ta-
to zero in order to test the electrical cir- chometer needle will sweep once
8 cuit. across the r/min range and then return
to zero r/min in order to test the electri- 1. Left set button
cal circuit. 2. Fuel meter
9 ECA10031 3. Fuel level warning indicator “ ”
NOTICE 4. Odometer
Do not operate the engine in the ta- 5. Coolant temperature warning indicator
“ ”
chometer red zone.
6. Coolant temperature meter
Red zone: 8250 r/min and above
7. Right set button

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 an odometer multi-function display will appear
1  two tripmeters (which show the one after the other and then disap-
distance traveled since they were pear, in order to test the electrical
last set to zero) circuits.
 a fuel reserve tripmeter (which
shows the distance traveled when 2
Clock
the remaining fuel in the fuel tank
reaches approximately 3.0 L (0.79
2 3
US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal))
 a self-diagnosis device
1
1. Tripmeter/fuel reserve tripmeter  a clock 4
2. Ambient temperature/average fuel con-  an ambient temperature display
sumption/instantaneous fuel consumption
 a fuel consumption display (aver-
5
age and instantaneous consump-
tion functions)
1  an oil change tripmeter (which 6
shows the distance traveled since 1. Clock
the last engine oil change) 7
 a V-belt replacement tripmeter To set the clock:
(which shows the distance trav- 1. Push the left set button and right 8
eled since the last V-belt replace- set button together for at least two
ment) seconds.
9
TIP 2. When the hour digits start flashing,
1. Clock
 Be sure to turn the key to “ON” be- push the right set button to set the
The multi-function display is equipped fore using the left and right set but- hours.
with the following: tons. 3. Push the left set button, and the
 a fuel meter  When the key is turned to “ON”, all minute digits will start flashing.
 a coolant temperature meter of the display segments of the 4. Push the right set button to set the

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minutes. V-Belt Trip  Oil Trip  Odo
5. Push the left set button and then
release it to start the clock. 1
1
Odometer and tripmeter modes 1
2
1
3

4 1. V-belt replacement tripmeter


1. Fuel reserve tripmeter
Pushing the left set button switches the
5 display between the odometer mode To reset a tripmeter, select it by push-
and the tripmeter modes in the follow- ing the left set button until “Trip F”, “Trip
ing order: 1” or “Trip 2” is displayed. While “Trip
6 1. Odometer/tripmeters/fuel reserve tripme-
ter Odo  Trip 1  Trip 2  V-Belt Trip  F”, “Trip 1” or “Trip 2” is displayed, push
Oil Trip  Odo the left set button for at least one sec-
7 When approximately 3.0 L (0.79 US ond. If you do not reset the fuel reserve
gal, 0.66 Imp.gal) of fuel remains in the tripmeter manually, it will reset itself au-
8 fuel tank, the display will automatically tomatically and the display will return to
change to the fuel reserve tripmeter the prior mode after refueling and trav-
1 mode “Trip F” and start counting the eling 5 km (3 mi).
9
distance traveled from that point. In that TIP
case, pushing the left set button switch- The display cannot be changed back to
es the display between the various trip- “Trip F” after pushing the left set button.
meter and odometer modes in the
following order:
1. Oil change tripmeter
Odo  Trip 1  Trip 2  Trip F  Fuel meter
With the key in the “ON” position, the
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fuel meter indicates the amount of fuel (See page 6-38.) This indicator flashes at the initial 1000
in the fuel tank. The display segments km (600 mi), then at 5000 km (3000 mi)
of the fuel meter disappear towards “E” and every 5000 km (3000 mi) thereafter
(Empty) as the fuel level decreases. to indicate that the engine oil should be
When the fuel level reaches the bottom changed.
segment near “E”, the fuel level warn- After changing the engine oil, reset the 2
ing indicator, “F”, “E”, and the bottom oil change indicator. To reset the oil
segment will flash. Refuel as soon as change indicator, select it by pushing
possible. the left set button until “Oil Trip” is dis- 3
played, and then push the left set but-
ECA10021
ton at least one second. When pushing 4
the left set button, “Oil Trip” starts flash-
NOTICE
ing. While “Oil Trip” is flashing, push the
Do not continue to operate the en- 5
left set button for at least three sec-
gine if it is overheating. onds.
If the engine oil is changed before the 6
Oil change indicator “Oil” oil change indicator “Oil” flashes (i.e.
before the periodic oil change interval 7
has been reached), the indicator “Oil”
Coolant temperature meter must be reset after the oil change for
8
With the key in the “ON” position, the the next periodic oil change to be indi-
coolant temperature meter indicates cated at the correct time.
1 9
the temperature of the coolant. The The electrical circuit of the indicator can
coolant temperature varies with chang- be checked according to the following
es in the weather and engine load. If procedure.
the top segment, “H”, “C”, and coolant 1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ”
temperature warning indicator flash, and turn the key to “ON”.
1. Oil change indicator “Oil” 2. Check that the oil change indicator
stop the vehicle and let the engine cool.
comes on for a few seconds and
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then goes off. “V-Belt Trip” starts flashing. While Ambient temperature display, aver-
3. If the oil change indicator does not “V-Belt Trip” is flashing, push the left set age fuel consumption, and instan-
come on, have a Yamaha dealer button for at least three seconds. taneous fuel consumption modes
1 check the electrical circuit. If the V-belt is changed before the
V-belt replacement indicator “V-Belt”
2 V-belt replacement indicator flashes (i.e. before the periodic V-belt
“V-Belt” change interval has been reached), the
indicator “V-Belt” must be reset after
3 the V-belt change for the next periodic
V-belt change to be indicated at the
4 correct time.
1
1 The electrical circuit of the indicator can
be checked according to the following
5 1. Ambient temperature/average fuel con-
procedure.
sumption/instantaneous fuel consumption
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
6 sure that the engine stop switch is Push the right set button to switch the
set to “ ”. display between the ambient tempera-
1. V-belt replacement indicator “V-Belt” 2. Check that the V-belt replacement ture display “Air”, the average fuel con-
7
This indicator flashes every 20000 km indicator comes on for a few sec- sumption mode “AVE_ _._ km/L” or
(12500 mi) when the V-belt needs to be onds and then goes off. “AVE_ _._ L/100 km”, and the instanta-
8
replaced. 3. If the V-belt replacement indicator neous fuel consumption mode “km/L”
After changing the V-belt, reset the does not come on, have a Yamaha or “L/100 km” in the following order:
9 dealer check the electrical circuit.
V-belt replacement indicator. To reset
the V-belt replacement indicator, select Air  AVE_ _._ km/L or AVE_ _._ L/
it by pushing the left set button until 100 km  km/L or L/100 km  Air
“V-Belt Trip” is displayed, and then
push the left set button at least one sec- For the UK only:
ond. When pushing the left set button, Push the right set button to switch the
display between the ambient tempera-
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ture display “Air”, the average fuel con- from the ambient temperature. Pushing consumption since it was last reset.
sumption mode “AVE_ _._ MPG” and the right set button switches the ambi-  When the display is set to “AVE_
the instantaneous fuel consumption ent temperature display to the average _._ km/L”, the average distance
mode “MPG” in the following order: fuel consumption and instantaneous that can be traveled on 1.0 L of fuel
fuel consumption modes. is shown.
Air  AVE_ _._ MPG  MPG  Air  When the display is set to “AVE_ 2
Average fuel consumption mode _._ L/100 km”, the average
amount of fuel necessary to travel
Ambient temperature display 100 km is shown. 3
 For the UK only: When the display
is set to “AVE_ _._ MPG”, the av- 4
erage distance that can be trav-
eled on 1.0 Imp.gal of fuel is
5
shown.
1 To reset the average fuel con-
1 6
sumption display, select it by push-
ing the right set button, and then
1. Average fuel consumption display push the right set button for at least 7
The average fuel consumption display one second.
1. Ambient temperature display
can be set to either “AVE_ _._ km/L” or TIP 8
This display shows the ambient tem- “AVE_ _._ L/100 km” (except for the After resetting an average fuel con-
perature from –9 C to 40 C in 1 C in- UK). sumption display, “_ _._” is shown for
9
crements. that display until the vehicle has trav-
For the UK only: eled 1 km (0.6 mi).
For the UK only: The average fuel consumption is dis-
15 F to 104 F in 1 F increments. played “AVE_ _._ MPG”.

The temperature displayed may vary This display shows the average fuel

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Instantaneous fuel consumption mode  For the UK only: The distance that If a problem is detected in any of those
can be traveled on 1.0 Imp.gal of circuits, the engine trouble warning light
fuel under the current riding condi- comes on and the display indicates an
1 tions is shown. error code.
To switch between the instanta- If the display indicates any error codes,
2 neous fuel consumption displays, note the code number, and then have a
push the right set button for one Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
second when one of the displays is The self-diagnosis device also detects
3 shown (except for the UK). problems in the immobilizer system cir-
1
TIP cuits.
4 If traveling at speeds under 10 km/h If a problem is detected in any of the im-
1. Instantaneous fuel consumption display mobilizer system circuits, the immobi-
(6.0 mi/h), “_ _._” is displayed.
The instantaneous fuel consumption lizer system indicator light flashes and
5
display can be set to either “km/L” or “L/ the display indicates an error code.
Self-diagnosis device
100 km” (except for the UK). TIP
6
If the display indicates error code 52,
For the UK only:
1 this could be caused by transponder in-
7 The instantaneous fuel consumption is terference. If this error code appears,
displayed “MPG”. try the following.
8 1. Use the code re-registering key to
 When the display is set to “km/L”,
start the engine.
the distance that can be traveled
9 TIP
on 1.0 L of fuel under the current
riding conditions is shown. Make sure there are no other immobi-
 When the display is set to “L/100 lizer keys close to the main switch, and
1. Error code display
km”, the amount of fuel necessary do not keep more than one immobilizer
to travel 100 km under the current This model is equipped with a self-diag- key on the same key ring! Immobilizer
riding conditions is shown. nosis device for various electrical cir- system keys may cause signal interfer-
cuits. ence, which may prevent the engine
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from starting. EAU12331 EAU1234B

Anti-theft alarm (optional) Handlebar switches


2. If the engine starts, turn it off and This model can be equipped with an
try starting the engine with the Left
optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha
standard keys. dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for
3. If one or both of the standard keys 1
more information.
do not start the engine, take the 2
vehicle, the code re-registering
key and both standard keys to a 2 3
Yamaha dealer and have the stan- 3
dard keys re-registered.
ECA11590 4
NOTICE 4
If the display indicates an error 5
1. Pass switch “PASS”
code, the vehicle should be checked
2. Dimmer switch “ / ”
as soon as possible in order to avoid 6
3. Turn signal switch “ / ”
engine damage.
4. Horn switch “ ”
7

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Right position. To cancel the turn signal does not indicate a malfunction.
lights, push the switch in after it has re-
turned to the center position. EAU12733

1 1 Hazard switch “ ”
EAU12500 With the key in the “ON” or “ ” posi-
Horn switch “ ” tion, use this switch to turn on the haz-
2 Press this switch to sound the horn. ard lights (simultaneous flashing of all
2 turn signal lights).
3 EAU12660
The hazard lights are used in case of
3 Engine stop switch “ / ” an emergency or to warn other drivers
Set this switch to “ ” before starting when your vehicle is stopped where it
4 the engine. Set this switch to “ ” to
1. Engine stop switch “ / ” might be a traffic hazard.
2. Hazard switch “ ” stop the engine in case of an emergen- ECA10061

5 3. Start switch “ ” cy, such as when the vehicle overturns NOTICE


or when the throttle cable is stuck. Do not use the hazard lights for an
EAU12360
6 extended length of time with the en-
Pass switch “PASS” EAU12721
gine not running, otherwise the bat-
Press this switch to flash the headlight. Start switch “ ”
With the sidestand up, push this switch tery may discharge.
7
EAU12400 while applying the front or rear brake to
Dimmer switch “ / ” crank the engine with the starter. See
8 Set this switch to “ ” for the high page 5-1 for starting instructions prior
beam and to “ ” for the low beam. to starting the engine.
9
EAU12460 EAU44710

Turn signal switch “ / ”


To signal a right-hand turn, push this The engine trouble warning light and
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand ABS warning light (ABS model only) will
turn, push this switch to “ ”. When re- come on when the key is turned to “ON”
leased, the switch returns to the center and the start switch is pushed, but this
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EAU44911
“ ” mark on the front brake lever. EAU44921

Front brake lever Rear brake lever

2 2
1 1

4 4 2
2

3
5 4

3 3
4
1. Front brake lever 1. Rear brake lever
2. Brake lever position adjusting dial 2. Brake lever position adjusting dial 5
3. “ ” mark 3. “ ” mark
4. Distance between brake lever and handle- 4. Distance between brake lever and handle- 6
bar grip bar grip

The front brake lever is located on the The rear brake lever is located at the 7
right side of the handlebar. To apply the left handlebar grip. To apply the rear
front brake, pull this lever toward the brake, pull this lever toward the handle-
throttle grip. bar grip. 8
The front brake lever is equipped with a The rear brake lever is equipped with a
position adjusting dial. To adjust the position adjusting dial. To adjust the 9
distance between the front brake lever distance between the rear brake lever
and the throttle grip, turn the adjusting and the handlebar grip, turn the adjust-
dial while holding the front brake lever ing dial while holding the rear brake le-
pushed away from the throttle grip. ver pushed away from the handlebar
Make sure that the appropriate setting grip. Make sure that the appropriate
on the adjusting dial is aligned with the setting on the adjusting dial is aligned
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with the “ ” mark on the rear brake le- EAU12962
rear brake lock lever is applied.
ver. Rear brake lock lever  To provide secure locking of the
rear wheel, apply the rear brake le-
1 ver first before moving the rear
brake lock lever to the left.
2 1 EWA12361

WARNING
3 Never move the rear brake lock lever
to the left while the vehicle is mov-
ing, otherwise loss of control or an
4 accident may result. Make sure that
1. Rear brake lock lever the vehicle is stopped before mov-
5 ing the rear brake lock lever to the
This vehicle is equipped with a rear left.
brake lock lever to prevent the rear
6 wheel from moving while stopped at
traffic signals, railroad crossings, etc.
7
To lock the rear wheel
8 Push the rear brake lock lever to the left
until it snaps into place.

9 To unlock the rear wheel


Push the rear brake lock lever back to
the original position.
TIP
 Be sure to check that the rear
wheel does not move when the

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EAU54000
TIP ing in improper performance of the
ABS (for ABS models) ABS system.
 The ABS performs a self-diagno-
The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake
sis test each time the vehicle first
System) features a dual electronic con-
starts off after the key is turned to
trol system, which acts on the front and
“ON” and the vehicle has traveled
rear brakes independently.
at a speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or 2
Operate the brakes with ABS as you
higher. During this test, a “clicking”
would conventional brakes. If the ABS
noise can be heard from the front 3
is activated, a pulsating sensation may
of the vehicle, and if either brake
be felt at the brake levers. In this situa- 1
lever is even slightly applied, a vi-
tion, continue to apply the brakes and 4
bration can be felt at the lever, but
let the ABS work; do not “pump” the
these do not indicate a malfunc-
brakes as this will reduce braking effec-
tion. 1. Front wheel hub 5
tiveness.
EWA16050
 This ABS has a test mode which
WARNING allows the owner to experience the
6
pulsation at the brake levers when
Always keep a sufficient distance
the ABS is operating. However,
from the vehicle ahead to match the 7
special tools are required, so
riding speed even with ABS.
please consult your Yamaha deal-
 The ABS performs best with
er when performing this test. 8
long braking distances.
 On certain surfaces, such as ECA16120 1
rough or gravel roads, the brak- NOTICE 9
ing distance may be longer with Keep any type of magnets (including
the ABS than without. magnetic pick-up tools, magnetic 1. Rear wheel hub

The ABS is monitored by an ECU, screwdrivers, etc.) away from the


which will revert the system to conven- front and rear wheel hubs, otherwise
tional braking if a malfunction occurs. the magnetic rotors equipped in the
wheel hubs may be damaged, result-
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EAU13175
move it.
Fuel tank cap 1 3. Close the lid.
EWA11261

1 To remove the fuel tank cap WARNING


1. Open the lid by pulling the lever up. Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
2 properly installed and locked in
1 place before riding the scooter.
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
3

4 1. Fuel tank cap

To install the fuel tank cap


5 1. Align the match marks, insert the
2
fuel tank cap into the tank opening,
6 1. Opening lever and then push down on the cap.
2. Lid

7 2. Insert the key into the lock and turn


it clockwise. The lock will be re-
8 leased and the fuel tank cap can 1
be removed.

1. Match mark

2. Turn the key counterclockwise to


the original position, and then re-
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EAU13221
your eyes, see your doctor immedi-
Fuel ately. If gasoline spills on your skin,
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in wash with soap and water. If gaso-
the tank. 1 line spills on your clothing, change
EWA10881
your clothes.
WARNING
2 2
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are EAU49741
extremely flammable. To avoid fires
and explosions and to reduce the 3
risk of injury when refueling, follow Recommended fuel:
these instructions. 1. Fuel tank filler tube Regular unleaded gasoline (Gasohol
(E10) acceptable)
4
2. Maximum fuel level
1. Before refueling, turn off the en- Fuel tank capacity:
gine and be sure that no one is sit- 3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi- 15.0 L (3.96 US gal, 3.30 Imp.gal) 5
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel ately. NOTICE: Immediately wipe Fuel reserve amount:
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal)
while smoking, or while in the vi- off spilled fuel with a clean, dry,
6
cinity of sparks, open flames, or soft cloth, since fuel may deteri- ECA11400

other sources of ignition such as orate painted surfaces or plastic NOTICE


the pilot lights of water heaters and parts.[ECA10071] Use only unleaded gasoline. The use 7
clothes dryers. 4. Be sure to securely close the fuel of leaded gasoline will cause severe
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. When tank cap. damage to internal engine parts, 8
refueling, be sure to insert the EWA15151
such as the valves and piston rings,
pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler WARNING as well as to the exhaust system.
hole. Stop filling when the fuel Gasoline is poisonous and can 9
reaches the bottom of the filler cause injury or death. Handle gaso- Your Yamaha engine has been de-
tube. Because fuel expands when line with care. Never siphon gaso- signed to use regular unleaded gaso-
it heats up, heat from the engine or line by mouth. If you should swallow line with a research octane number of
the sun can cause fuel to spill out some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas- 95 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-
of the fuel tank. oline vapor, or get some gasoline in curs, use a gasoline of a different brand
or premium unleaded fuel. Use of un-
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leaded fuel will extend spark plug life EAU13433
converter.
and reduce maintenance costs. Catalytic converter
Gasohol This model is equipped with a catalytic
1 There are two types of gasohol: gaso- converter in the exhaust system.
EWA10862
hol containing ethanol and that contain-
ing methanol. Gasohol containing WARNING
2
ethanol can be used if the ethanol con- The exhaust system is hot after op-
tent does not exceed 10% (E10). Gas- eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
3 ohol containing methanol is not burns:
recommended by Yamaha because it  Do not park the vehicle near
4 can cause damage to the fuel system possible fire hazards such as
or vehicle performance problems. grass or other materials that
easily burn.
5  Park the vehicle in a place
where pedestrians or children
6 are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
7  Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before do-
ing any maintenance work.
8  Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
9 idling can cause a build-up of
heat.
ECA10701

NOTICE
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause unre-
pairable damage to the catalytic
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EAU13932 EAU14270

Seat Adjusting the rider backrest


The rider backrest can be adjusted to
To open the seat the three different positions shown.
1. Place the scooter on the center-
stand. 1
2
2. Insert the key into the main switch,
and then turn it counterclockwise
to “OPEN”. 3

1 To close the seat 4


1. Fold the seat down, and then push
it down to lock it in place. 5
2. Remove the key from the main 1. Rider backrest
switch if the scooter will be left un-
Adjust the backrest as follows. 6
attended.
TIP 1. Open the seat. (See page 3-20.)
2. Remove the backrest bolts. 7
Make sure that the seat is properly se-
1. Open. cured before riding.
8
TIP
Do not push inward when turning the 9
key.
3. Fold the seat up.

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EAU46300
jection, and securely close the
Helmet holder seat. WARNING! Never ride with
a helmet attached to the helmet
1 3 holder, since the helmet may hit
objects, causing loss of control
2 2 and possibly an accident.[EWA10161]
1
1 To release the helmet from the hel-
3 met holder
2
Open the seat, remove the helmet
4 1. Rider backrest holding cable from the helmet holder
2. Bolt and the helmet, and then close the
1. Shaded projection
3. Slide the backrest forward or back- seat.
5 2. Helmet holding cable
ward to the desired position. 3. Helmet holder
4. Install and securely tighten the
6 The helmet holder is located under the
backrest bolts.
5. Close the seat. seat. A helmet holding cable is provid-
7 ed beside the owner’s tool kit to secure
a helmet to the helmet holder.
8
To secure a helmet to the helmet
holder
9 1. Open the seat. (See page 3-20.)
2. Pass the helmet holding cable
through the buckle on the helmet
strap as shown, and then hook the
cable loop over the helmet holder.
3. Make sure the helmet holding ca-
ble is not touching the shaded pro-
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EAU52221
To open the storage compartment
Storage compartments when it is unlocked, simply pull on the
lever while pushing the lever up.
Front storage compartment A
To open the storage compartment, pull
the lid as shown. WARNING! Do not
2
store heavy items in this compart-
ment.[EWA11161]
3

Front storage compartment B 4

To close the storage compartment, 5


1 2 push the lid into the original position.
1 To lock the storage compartment, push 6
the lid into the original position, insert
the key in the lock, turn it counterclock-
3 7
1. Front storage compartment A wise, and then remove it.
To close the storage compartment, 8
Rear storage compartment
push the lid into the original position.
1. Unlock.
A helmet can be stored in the rear stor-
2. Front storage compartment B
age compartment under the seat. (See 9
3. Storage compartment opening lever
page 3-20.) To store a helmet in the
rear storage compartment, place the
To open the storage compartment helmet upside down with the front fac-
when it is locked, insert the key in the ing the left side. NOTICE: Keep the
lock, turn it clockwise, and then pull on following points in mind when using
the lever while pushing the lever up. the storage compartment. Since the
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storage compartment accumulates limits:
heat when exposed to the sun and/  Front storage compartment A:
or the engine heat, do not store any- 2 0.15 kg (0.3 lb)
1 thing susceptible to heat, consum-  Front storage compartment B:
1
ables or flammable items inside it. 1 kg (2 lb)
2 To avoid humidity from spreading  Rear storage compartment: 5 kg
through the storage compartment, (11 lb)
wrap wet articles in a plastic bag be-  Maximum load for the vehicle:
3 fore storing them in the compart- XP500 198 kg (437 lb)
ment. Since the storage XP500A 194 kg (428 lb)
4 compartment may get wet while the 1. Rear storage compartment
scooter is being washed, wrap any 2. Shaded area
articles stored in the compartment
5 TIP
in a plastic bag. Do not keep any-
thing valuable or breakable in the  Some helmets cannot be stored in
6 storage compartment. Do not leave the rear storage compartment be-
the seat open for an extended period cause of their size or shape.
of time, otherwise the light may  Do not leave your scooter unat-
7
cause the battery to discharge.[ECA16082] tended with the seat open.
NOTICE: The shaded area is not a ECA11100
8
storage compartment. To prevent NOTICE
damaging the seat hinges, do not Do not leave the rider seat open for
9 place any items in this area.[ECA16091] an extended period of time, other-
wise the light may cause the battery
to discharge.
EWA16120

WARNING
Do not exceed the following loading

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EAU52211

Windshield 2
To suit the rider’s preference, the wind- 1
1
shield height can be changed to one of
two positions. 1
2
1
1
3

1. Quick fastener 1. Rubber cap 4


2. Screw access cover
4. Install the rubber caps in the de-
2. Remove the windshield by remov- sired position. 5
ing the screws.
1. Windshield 6
1
To adjust the windshield height
7
1. Remove the screw access covers
by removing the quick fasteners.
1 8
1
1
9
1. Rubber cap
1. Screw
5. Install the windshield to the de-
3. Remove the rubber caps. sired position by installing the
screws.

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EAU39671

1 Rear view mirrors


1 The rear view mirrors of this vehicle can
1 be folded forward or backward for park-
ing in narrow spaces. Fold the mirrors
back to their original position before
2 1
riding.

3 1
1 2
4 1. Screw 1. Screw access cover

6. Tighten the screws to the specified


5 torque. WARNING! A loose wind-
shield could cause an accident.
2
Be sure to tighten the screws to 1
6 1
the specified torque.[EWA15510]
1. Parking position
7 Tightening torque:
Windshield screw: 2. Riding position
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf) EWA14371
8
WARNING
7. Place the screw access covers,
and then install the quick fasten- Be sure to fold the rear view mirrors
9 back to their original position before
ers.
riding.

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EAU46021 EAU15305
Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not
Shock absorber assembly Sidestand function properly.
EWA10221
The sidestand is located on the left side
WARNING of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
This shock absorber assembly con- lower it with your foot while holding the
tains highly pressurized nitrogen vehicle upright.
2
gas. Read and understand the fol- TIP
lowing information before handling The built-in sidestand switch is part of
the shock absorber assembly. 3
the ignition circuit cut-off system, which
 Do not tamper with or attempt to
cuts the ignition in certain situations.
open the cylinder assembly. (See the following section for an expla- 4
 Do not subject the shock ab-
nation of the ignition circuit cut-off sys-
sorber assembly to an open tem.)
flame or other high heat source. 5
EWA10241
This may cause the unit to ex-
plode due to excessive gas WARNING 6
pressure. The vehicle must not be ridden with
 Do not deform or damage the the sidestand down, or if the side-
7
cylinder in any way. Cylinder stand cannot be properly moved up
damage will result in poor (or does not stay up), otherwise the
damping performance. sidestand could contact the ground 8
 Do not dispose of a damaged or and distract the operator, resulting
worn-out shock absorber as- in a possible loss of control. 9
sembly yourself. Take the shock Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off
absorber assembly to a Yamaha system has been designed to assist
dealer for any service. the operator in fulfilling the respon-
sibility of raising the sidestand be-
fore starting off. Therefore, check
this system regularly and have a
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EAU45052

Ignition circuit cut-off system


The ignition circuit cut-off system (com-
1 prising the sidestand switch and brake
light switches) has the following func-
tions.
2
 It prevents starting when the side-
stand is up, but neither brake is ap-
3 plied.
 It prevents starting when either
4 brake is applied, but the sidestand
is still down.
 It cuts the running engine when the
5 sidestand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
6 ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.
7

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With the engine turned off: WARNING


1. Move the sidestand down. • The vehicle must be placed on the center-
2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is turned on. stand during this inspection.
3. Turn the key on. • If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
4. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
dealer check the system before riding. 2
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
3
NO YES

With the engine still off:


4
The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
6. Move the sidestand up.
The scooter should not be ridden until
7. Keep the front or rear brake applied. 5
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
8. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
6
YES NO The brake switch may not be working correctly.
The scooter should not be ridden until 7
With the engine still running: checked by a Yamaha dealer.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall? 8

YES NO The sidestand switch may not be working correctly. 9


The scooter should not be ridden until
The system is OK. The scooter can be ridden. checked by a Yamaha dealer.

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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS


EAU15596

Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
1 and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
EWA11151

WARNING
2
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in
3 this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
4 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
5 • Refuel if necessary.
Fuel • Check fuel line for leakage. 3-18
• Check fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose for obstructions, cracks or
6 damage, and check hose connections.
• Check oil level in engine.
Engine oil • If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 6-11
7 • Check vehicle for oil leakage.
• Check coolant level in reservoir.
Coolant • If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-14
8 • Check cooling system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
9 • Check brake pads for wear.
Front brake • Replace if necessary. 6-20, 6-22, 6-23
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.

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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS


ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Rear brake • Replace if necessary. 6-20, 6-22, 6-23
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level. 2
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play. 3
Throttle grip 6-17, 6-25
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate
cable and grip housing.
• Check for damage. 4
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
Wheels and tires 6-17, 6-19
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. 5
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Brake levers 6-25
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
Centerstand, sidestand
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
6-26 6
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Chassis fasteners —
• Tighten if necessary. 7
Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation.

and switches • Correct if necessary.
• Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. 8
Sidestand switch 3-26
• If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.

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EAU15951 EAU48710 EAU54010

Starting the engine


Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to TIP
ECA10250

1 become familiar with all controls. If NOTICE


This model is equipped with:
there is a control or function you do not  a lean angle sensor to stop the en-
See page 5-4 for engine break-in in-
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. gine in case of a turnover. In this structions prior to operating the ve-
2 EWA10271
case, the multi-function display in- hicle for the first time.
WARNING
dicates error code 30, but this is In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
3 Failure to familiarize yourself with not a malfunction. Turn the key to system to enable starting, the side-
the controls can lead to loss of con- “OFF” and then to “ON” to clear the stand must be up.
4 trol, which could cause an accident error code. Failing to do so will pre- See page 3-27 for more information.
or injury. vent the engine from starting even 1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
5 though the engine will crank when sure that the engine stop switch is
pushing the start switch. set to “ ”.
 an engine auto-stop system. The The following warning light, indica-
6 engine stops automatically if left tor light and indicators should
idling for 20 minutes. If the engine come on for a few seconds, then
7 stops, simply push the start switch go off.
to restart the engine.  Engine trouble warning light
8  Immobilizer system indicator
light
 V-belt replacement indicator
9  Oil change indicator
ECA17820

NOTICE
If the above warning light, indicator
light, or indicators do not come on
initially when the key is turned to
“ON”, or if a warning light, indicator
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light, or indicators remains on, see ECA11042 EAU45091

pages 3-3, 3-5, 3-8, 3-9 or 3-11 for the NOTICE Starting off
corresponding warning light, indica- For maximum engine life, never ac- 1. While pulling the rear brake lever
tor light or indicator circuit check. celerate hard when the engine is with your left hand and holding the
cold! grab bar with your right hand, push
For ABS models: the scooter off the centerstand.
The ABS warning light should come on 2
when the main switch is turned to “ON” 1
and then go off after traveling at a 3
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or higher.
ECA17680

NOTICE 4
If the ABS warning light does not
come on and then go off as ex- 5
plained above, see page 3-3 for the
indicator light circuit check. 6
2. Close the throttle completely. 1. Grab bar
3. Start the engine by pushing the 2. Sit astride the seat, and then ad- 7
start switch while applying the front just the rear view mirrors.
or rear brake. 3. Switch the turn signals on.
If the engine does not start, re- 8
4. Check for oncoming traffic, and
lease the start switch, wait a few then slowly turn the throttle grip (on
seconds, and then try again. Each the right) in order to take off. 9
starting attempt should be as short 5. Switch the turn signals off.
as possible to preserve the bat-
tery. Do not crank the engine more
than 10 seconds on any one at-
tempt.

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EAU16780 EAU16793
Front
Acceleration and deceleration Braking
EWA10300

1 (b) WARNING
 Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over to
2
one side), otherwise the scooter
(a) may skid or overturn.
3  Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road con-
4 struction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip- Rear
The speed can be adjusted by opening pery when wet. Therefore, slow
5 and closing the throttle. To increase the down when approaching such
speed, turn the throttle grip in direction areas and cross them with cau-
6 (a). To reduce the speed, turn the throt- tion.
tle grip in direction (b).  Keep in mind that braking on a
7 wet road is much more difficult.
 Ride slowly down a hill, as brak-
ing downhill can be very diffi-
8 cult.
1. Close the throttle completely.
9 2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually in-
creasing the pressure.

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EAU16820 EAU16841
1600 km (1000 mi) and beyond
Tips for reducing fuel Engine break-in The vehicle can now be operated nor-
consumption There is never a more important period mally.
Fuel consumption depends largely on in the life of your engine than the period ECA10310

your riding style. Consider the following between 0 and 1600 km (1000 mi). For NOTICE
tips to reduce fuel consumption: this reason, you should read the follow-  Keep the engine speed out of
2
 Avoid high engine speeds during ing material carefully. the tachometer red zone.
acceleration. Since the engine is brand new, do not  If any engine trouble should oc-
 Avoid high engine speeds with no put an excessive load on it for the first cur during the engine break-in 3
load on the engine. 1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in period, immediately have a
 Turn the engine off instead of let- the engine wear and polish themselves Yamaha dealer check the vehi- 4
ting it idle for an extended length of to the correct operating clearances. cle.
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that might 5
lights or at railroad crossings).
result in engine overheating must be
avoided. 6

EAU36531
7
0–1000 km (0–600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 4100 8
r/min. NOTICE: After 1000 km (600
mi) of operation, the engine oil must 9
be changed, and the oil filter car-
tridge or element replaced.[ECA11282]

1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)


Avoid prolonged operation above 5000
r/min.

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EAU17213

Parking
When parking, stop the engine, and
1 then remove the key from the main
switch.
EWA10311
2 WARNING
 Since the engine and exhaust
3 system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
4 ans or children are not likely to
touch them and be burned.
 Do not park on a slope or on soft
5 ground, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasing the
6 risk of a fuel leak and fire.
 Do not park near grass or other
7 flammable materials which
might catch fire.

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EAU17244 EWA15122 EAU17302

WARNING
Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lu- Turn off the engine when performing Emission controls not only function to
brication will keep your vehicle in the maintenance unless otherwise ensure cleaner air, but are also vital to
safest and most efficient condition pos- specified. proper engine operation and maximum
sible. Safety is an obligation of the vehi-  A running engine has moving performance. In the following periodic
2
cle owner/operator. The most important parts that can catch on body maintenance charts, the services relat-
points of vehicle inspection, adjust- parts or clothing and electrical ed to emissions control are grouped
ment, and lubrication are explained on parts that can cause shocks or separately. These services require 3
the following pages. fires. specialized data, knowledge, and
The intervals given in the periodic  Running the engine while ser- equipment. Maintenance, replacement, 4
maintenance charts should be simply vicing can lead to eye injury, or repair of the emission control devic-
considered as a general guide under burns, fire, or carbon monoxide es and systems may be performed by
normal riding conditions. However, de- any repair establishment or individual 5
poisoning – possibly leading to
pending on the weather, terrain, geo- death. See page 1-2 for more in- that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha
graphical location, and individual use, formation about carbon monox- dealers are trained and equipped to 6
the maintenance intervals may need to ide. perform these particular services.
be shortened. EWA15460 7
EWA10321
WARNING
WARNING
Brake discs, calipers, drums, and 8
Failure to properly maintain the ve-
linings can become very hot during
hicle or performing maintenance ac-
use. To avoid possible burns, let
tivities incorrectly may increase 9
brake components cool before
your risk of injury or death during
touching them.
service or while using the vehicle. If
you are not familiar with vehicle ser-
vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform
service.

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EAU17391

Owner’s tool kit

1
1
2

3 2

4
1. Helmet holding cable
5 2. Owner’s tool kit

The owner’s tool kit is located under the


6 seat. (See page 3-20.)
The service information included in this
7 manual and the tools provided in the
owner’s tool kit are intended to assist
8 you in the performance of preventive
maintenance and minor repairs. How-
ever, additional tools such as a torque
9 wrench may be necessary to perform
certain maintenance work correctly.
TIP
If you do not have the tools or experi-
ence required for a particular job, have
a Yamaha dealer perform it for you.

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EAU46861

TIP
 The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the UK, a
mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead.
 From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi). 2
 Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical
skills.
3

EAU46910

Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 4

ODOMETER READING
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ANNUAL 5
1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK
(600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi)
• Check fuel hoses for cracks or 6
1 * Fuel line     
damage.
• Check condition.
  7
2 * Spark plugs • Clean and regap.
• Replace.  
• Check valve clearance.
3 * Valves
• Adjust.
Every 40000 km (24000 mi) 8
• Adjust engine idling speed and
4 * Fuel injection      
synchronization. 9

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EAU1770E

General maintenance and lubrication chart


ODOMETER READING
1 ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK
(600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi)
2 1 Air filter element • Replace.  
V-belt case air filter • Clean.  
2 *
elements • Replace.  
3 • Check operation, fluid level and
     
3 * Front brake vehicle for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
4
• Check operation, fluid level and
     
4 * Rear brake vehicle for fluid leakage.
5 • Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
• Check for cracks or damage.
• Check for correct routing and     
5 * Brake hoses clamping.
6
• Replace. Every 4 years
Rear brake lock • Check cable length. 4000 km (2400 mi) after the initial 1000 km (600 mi) and every
7 6 
cable • Adjust if necessary. 5000 km (3000 mi) thereafter
• Check operation.
• Check rubber boot.
8 7 * Rear brake lock      
• Check wear indicator.
• Adjust if necessary.
8 * Wheels • Check runout and for damage.    
9 • Check tread depth and for
damage.
9 * Tires • Replace if necessary.     
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
• Check bearing for looseness or
10 * Wheel bearings    
damage.

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ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK
(600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi)
• Check belt condition.
• Replace if damaged. Every 10000 km (6000 mi) until 40000 km (24000 mi), and every
11 * Drive belt 
• Check belt tension. 5000 km (3000 mi) thereafter
• Adjust if necessary. 2
Drive pulley and
12 * • Lubricate.  
drive axle
3
• Check bearing play and steering
    
for roughness.
13 * Steering bearings
• Lubricate with 4
Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
lithium-soap-based grease.
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts
14 * Chassis fasteners and screws are properly      5
tightened.
Front brake lever
15 • Lubricate with silicone grease.     
pivot shaft 6
Rear brake lever
16 • Lubricate with silicone grease.     
pivot shaft
• Check operation. 7
Sidestand,
17 • Lubricate with     
centerstand
lithium-soap-based grease.
18 * Sidestand switch • Check operation.       8
• Check operation and for oil
19 * Front fork    
leakage.
9
Shock absorber • Check operation and shock
20 *    
assembly absorber for oil leakage.
• Change. (See pages 3-8 and
 When the oil change indicator flashes
6-11.)
21 Engine oil
• Check oil level and vehicle for oil
Every 5000 km (3000 mi) 
leakage.
Engine oil filter
22 • Replace.   
cartridge
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ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK
(600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi)
1 • Check coolant level and vehicle
    
23 * Cooling system for coolant leakage.
2 • Change coolant. Every 3 years
24 * V-belt • Replace. When the V-belt replacement indicator flashes [every 20000 km (12500 mi)]
Front and rear
25 * • Check operation.      
3 brake switches
Moving parts and
26 • Lubricate.     
cables
4 • Check operation.
• Check throttle grip free play, and
27 * Throttle grip adjust if necessary.     
5 • Lubricate cable and grip
housing.
Lights, signals and • Check operation.
6 28 *      
switches • Adjust headlight beam.

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EAU38262

TIP
 Engine air filter and V-belt air filters
• This model’s engine air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with
compressed air to avoid damaging it. 2
• The engine air filter element needs to be replaced and the V-belt air filter elements need to be serviced more frequent-
ly when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
 Hydraulic brake service 3
• After disassembling the brake master cylinders and calipers, always change the fluid. Regularly check the brake fluid
levels and fill the reservoirs as required. 4
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake
fluid.
5
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.

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EAU18771

Removing and installing 1


panels
1 The panels shown need to be removed
to perform some of the maintenance
2 jobs described in this chapter. Refer to
this section each time a panel needs to
be removed and installed.
3
1 2 3
4 1. Panel D 2. Remove the quick fastener.

EAU52011
2
5

6 Panel A

To remove the panel


7 1. Remove the panel by pulling its
1. Panel A
2. Panel B upper left and right sides to un- 1
8 3. Panel C hook them as shown.
1. Quick fastener
2. Panel A
9
3. Remove the panel as shown.

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1
2 2
1
3
2
1. Screw 1. Screw 4
To install the panel
2. Panel B 2. Panel C
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the quick fastener. 5
To install the panel To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position, Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the screws. and then install the screws. 6

Panel C Panel D 7

To remove the panel To remove the panel


Remove the screws, and then pull the Remove the screws, and then pull the 8
panel backward and upward. panel outward.
9
Panel B

To remove the panel


Remove the screws, and then pull the
panel upward.

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EAU19642
Before installing a spark plug, the spark
1 2 Checking the spark plugs plug gap should be measured with a
1 The spark plugs are important engine wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
1 components, which should be checked adjusted to specification.
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
2
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
they should be removed and checked
3 in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
4 1. Screw the condition of the spark plugs can re-
2. Panel D veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
5 To install the panel ter electrode of each spark plug should
Place the panel in the original position, be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color 1. Spark plug gap
6 and then install the screws. when the vehicle is ridden normally),
and all spark plugs installed in the en- Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
7 gine should have the same color. If any
spark plug shows a distinctly different Clean the surface of the spark plug
color, the engine could be operating im- gasket and its mating surface, and then
8 properly. Do not attempt to diagnose wipe off any grime from the spark plug
such problems yourself. Instead, have threads.
9 a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode Tightening torque:
erosion and excessive carbon or other Spark plug:
deposits, it should be replaced. 13 Nm (1.3 m·kgf, 9.4 ft·lbf)

Specified spark plug: TIP


NGK/CR7E If a torque wrench is not available when
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installing a spark plug, a good estimate EAU1985C
TIP
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn Engine oil and oil filter
The engine oil should be between the
past finger tight. However, the spark cartridge minimum and maximum level marks.
plug should be tightened to the speci- The engine oil level should be checked
fied torque as soon as possible. before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter car- 1
2
tridge replaced at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. 2 3
3
To check the engine oil level 4
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand. A slight tilt to the side can
5
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for two 1. Engine oil level check window

minutes, and then turn it off. 2. Maximum level mark 6


ECA11290 3. Minimum level mark
NOTICE 4. If the engine oil is below the mini- 7
The engine must be cold before pro- mum level mark, add sufficient oil
ceeding with the oil level check, oth- of the recommended type to raise 8
erwise the check will result in a false it to the correct level.
reading.
To change the engine oil (with or 9
3. Wait two minutes until the oil set-
tles, and then check the oil level without oil filter cartridge replace-
through the check window located ment)
at the bottom-left side of the crank- 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
case. face.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
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off. TIP
3. Place an oil pan under the engine 2 3 Skip steps 6–8 if the oil filter cartridge is
to collect the used oil. 1
not being replaced.
1 4. Remove the engine oil filler cap,
the engine oil drain bolt and its 6. Remove the oil filter cartridge with
gasket to drain the oil from the an oil filter wrench.
2
crankcase.

3 1

4 1. Engine oil drain bolt


2. O-ring
3. Gasket
5
5. Check the O-ring for damage and 2
replace it if necessary. 1
6
1. Oil filter wrench

7 1. Engine oil filler cap 2 2. Oil filter cartridge


1
TIP
8 An oil filter wrench is available at a
Yamaha dealer.
9 7. Apply a thin coat of clean engine
oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter
cartridge.
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. O-ring

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ECA11620
Tightening torque:
Oil filter cartridge:
NOTICE
1 17 Nm (1.7 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf)  In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
9. Install the engine oil drain bolt and lubricates the clutch), do not
its new gasket, and then tighten mix any chemical additives. Do
the bolt to the specified torque. 2
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a high-
Tightening torque: 3
Engine oil drain bolt: er quality than specified. In
43 Nm (4.3 m·kgf, 31 ft·lbf) addition, do not use oils labeled
1. O-ring “ENERGY CONSERVING II” or 4
10. Refill with the specified amount of higher.
TIP the recommended engine oil, and  Make sure that no foreign mate-
Make sure that the O-ring is properly then install and tighten the oil filler 5
rial enters the crankcase.
seated. cap.
11. Start the engine, and then let it idle 6
8. Install the new oil filter cartridge, Recommended engine oil: for several minutes while checking
and then tighten it to the specified See page 8-1. it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
torque with a torque wrench. Oil quantity: mediately turn the engine off and 7
Without oil filter cartridge replace- check for the cause.
ment:
2.70 L (2.85 US qt, 2.38 Imp.qt) 12. Turn the engine off, and then 8
With oil filter cartridge replacement: check the oil level and correct it if
2.90 L (3.07 US qt, 2.55 Imp.qt) necessary.
9
13. Reset the oil change indicator.
TIP (See page 3-8.)
Be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any TIP
parts after the engine and exhaust sys- If the engine oil is changed before the
1 tem have cooled down. oil change indicator comes on (i.e. be-
1. Torque wrench fore the periodic oil change interval has
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been reached), the indicator must be EAU20070

reset after the oil change for the next Coolant


periodic oil change to be indicated at The coolant level should be checked
1 the correct time. before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance 2
2 1
and lubrication chart.
3
3 EAU52020

To check the coolant level


1. Place the vehicle on the center- 1. Coolant level check window
4
stand. 2. Maximum level mark
TIP 3. Minimum level mark
5
 The coolant level must be checked
3. If the coolant is at or below the
on a cold engine since the level
minimum level mark, remove the
6 varies with engine temperature.
left floorboard mat by pulling it up.
 Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
7 tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the 1
side can result in a false reading.
8
2. Check the coolant level through
the check window.
9
TIP
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Floorboard mat

4. Remove the coolant reservoir cov-


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er by removing the screw. wise the cooling system will not EAU52030

be protected against frost and Replacing the air filter element


corrosion. If water has been The air filter element should be re-
1 2 placed at the intervals specified in the
added to the coolant, have a
Yamaha dealer check the anti- periodic maintenance and lubrication
freeze content of the coolant as chart. Replace the air filter element
2
soon as possible, otherwise the more frequently if you are riding in un-
effectiveness of the coolant will usually wet or dusty areas.
be reduced.[ECA10472] 3
To replace the air filter element
1. Remove panel C. (See page 6-8.) 4
1. Coolant reservoir cover
1 2. Remove the air filter case cover by
2. Screw removing the screws.
5
5. Open the coolant reservoir cap,
add coolant to the maximum level 1 6
mark, and then close the reservoir 2
cap. WARNING! Remove only
the coolant reservoir cap. Never 7
attempt to remove the radiator
1. Coolant reservoir cap
cap when the engine is 8
hot.[EWA15161] NOTICE: If coolant is Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the 1
not available, use distilled water maximum level mark):
0.27 L (0.29 US qt, 0.24 Imp.qt) 9
or soft tap water instead. Do not 1. Screw
use hard water or salt water 2. Air filter case cover
since it is harmful to the engine. 6. Install the coolant reservoir cover
If water has been used instead by installing the screw. 3. Pull the air filter element out.
of coolant, replace it with cool- 7. Place the left floorboard mat in the
ant as soon as possible, other- original position and push it down-
ward to secure it.
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EAU33482

Adjusting the engine idling


speed
1 The engine idling speed must be
1 checked and, if necessary, adjusted as
2 follows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. (b) (a)
3 The engine should be warm before 1
making this adjustment.
4 1. Air filter element 1. Remove panel D. (See page 6-8.) 1. Idle adjusting screw

4. Insert a new air filter element into 2. Check the engine idling speed
Engine idling speed:
the air filter case. NOTICE: Make and, if necessary, adjust it to spec- 1100–1300 r/min
5
sure that the air filter element is ification by turning the idle adjust-
properly seated in the air filter ing screw. To increase the engine
6 TIP
case. The engine should never idling speed, turn the screw in di-
If the specified idling speed cannot be
be operated without the air filter rection (a). To decrease the en-
obtained as described above, have a
7 element installed, otherwise the gine idling speed, turn the screw in
Yamaha dealer make the adjustment.
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may direction (b).
become excessively worn.[ECA10481] 3. Install the panel.
8
5. Install the air filter case cover by in-
stalling the screws.
9
6. Install the panel.

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EAU21384 EAU21401 EAU51971

Checking the throttle grip free Valve clearance Tires


play The valve clearance changes with use, Tires are the only contact between the
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture vehicle and the road. Safety in all con-
and/or engine noise. To prevent this ditions of riding depends on a relatively
from occurring, the valve clearance small area of road contact. Therefore, it
2
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer is essential to maintain the tires in good
1 at the intervals specified in the periodic condition at all times and replace them
maintenance and lubrication chart. at the appropriate time with the speci- 3
fied tires.
4
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
1. Throttle grip free play and, if necessary, adjusted before each 5
ride.
The throttle grip free play should mea- EWA10503
6
sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the WARNING
inner edge of the throttle grip. Periodi-
Operation of this vehicle with im- 7
cally check the throttle grip free play
proper tire pressure may cause se-
and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
vere injury or death from loss of
dealer adjust it. 8
control.
 The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold 9
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
 The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
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weight of rider, passenger, car- Tire inspection EWA10471

go, and accessories approved WARNING


for this model. 2  Have a Yamaha dealer replace
1 excessively worn tires. Besides
Tire air pressure (measured on cold being illegal, operating the vehi-
2 tires): cle with excessively worn tires
0–90 kg (0–198 lb): decreases riding stability and
Front: 1
can lead to loss of control.
3 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 33 psi)
Rear:  The replacement of all wheel
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi) and brake-related parts, includ-
4 XP500 90–198 kg (198–437 lb) ing the tires, should be left to a
XP500A 90–194 kg (198–428 lb): 1. Tire sidewall Yamaha dealer, who has the
Front: 2. Tire tread depth necessary professional knowl-
5 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 33 psi)
Rear: The tires must be checked before each edge and experience to do so.
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm2, 41 psi) ride. If the center tread depth reaches  Ride at moderate speeds after
6 Maximum load*: changing a tire since the tire
the specified limit, if the tire has a nail or
XP500 198 kg (437 lb) surface must first be “broken
XP500A 194 kg (428 lb) glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is
7 cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re- in” for it to develop its optimal
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go and accessories place the tire immediately. characteristics.
8 EWA10511 Minimum tire tread depth (front and Tire information
WARNING rear):
1.6 mm (0.06 in) This model is equipped with tubeless
9 Never overload your vehicle. Opera- tires, tire air valves and cast wheels.
tion of an overloaded vehicle could Tires age, even if they have not been
cause an accident. TIP
used or have only been used occasion-
The tire tread depth limits may differ
ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall
from country to country. Always comply
rubber, sometimes accompanied by
with the local regulations.
carcass deformation, is an evidence of

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ageing. Old and aged tires shall be Front tire:
EAU51920

checked by tire specialists to ascertain Size:


Cast wheels
their suitability for further use. 120/70R15 M/C 56H To maximize the performance, durabil-
EWA16100 Manufacturer/model: ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
WARNING DUNLOP/GPR-100F note the following points regarding the
BRIDGESTONE/BT011F
 The front and rear tires should specified wheels.
Tire air valve: 2
be of the same make and de- PVR59A  The wheel rims should be checked
sign, otherwise the handling Valve core: for cracks, bends, warpage or oth-
characteristics of the vehicle #9100 (original) er damage before each ride. If any 3
may be different, which could Rear tire: damage is found, have a Yamaha
Size: dealer replace the wheel. Do not
lead to an accident. 4
160/60R15 M/C 67H
 Always make sure that the valve Manufacturer/model: attempt even the smallest repair to
caps are securely installed to DUNLOP/GPR-100L the wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced. 5
prevent air pressure leakage. BRIDGESTONE/BT012R
 Use only the tire valves and Tire air valve:  The wheel should be balanced
TR412 whenever either the tire or wheel 6
valve cores listed below to
Valve core:
avoid tire deflation during a ride. #9100 (original) has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in 7
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
poor performance, adverse han-
ed below have been approved for this
dling characteristics, and a short-
model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 8
ened tire life.
 After repairing or replacing the
front tire, tighten the valve stem nut 9
and locknut to the specified
torques.

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EAU50860
brake lever ends. If there is free play,
Checking the front and rear have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake lever free play brake system.
1 EWA14211
Front WARNING
2 1 A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
1 lever can indicate the presence of air
in the hydraulic system. If there is air
3 2 in the hydraulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer bleed the system be-
4 1. Valve stem nut fore operating the vehicle. Air in the
2. Valve stem locknut hydraulic system will diminish the
braking performance, which may re-
5 Tightening torques:
sult in loss of control and an acci-
Valve stem nut:
2.0 Nm (0.20 m·kgf, 1.4 ft·lbf) 1. No brake lever free play dent.
6 Valve stem locknut:
3.0 Nm (0.30 m·kgf, 2.2 ft·lbf) Rear
7

1
8

1. No brake lever free play

There should be no free play at the


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EAU53031
crease the rear brake lock cable length, EAU52291

Adjusting the rear brake lock turn the adjusting nut in direction (b). Checking the rear brake lock
cable WARNING! If proper adjustment The rear brake lock must be checked at
Rear brake lock cable adjustment may cannot be obtained as described, the intervals specified in the periodic
be required if the rear brake lock lever have a Yamaha dealer make this ad- maintenance and lubrication chart.
does not hold properly. When the rear justment.[EWA16150] 1. Adjust the rear brake lock cable.
2
brake lock lever is not in use, the rear Check that the rear brake lock is re- 2. Apply the rear brake lock, and then
brake lock cable length should mea- leased, and then make sure that the pushing the vehicle for properly
sure 43–45 mm (1.69–1.77 in) at the rear wheel could rotate smoothly. locks the rear brake lock. 3
rear brake caliper. 3. The rear brake lock caliper is pro-
vided with a wear indicator, which 4
allows you to check the rear brake
lock pads. To check the rear brake
lock pads, check the position of the 5
(a) indicator while applying the rear
brake lock lever. If the indicator 6
has passed the wear indicator
groove, have a Yamaha dealer 7
(b) 2 check the rear brake lock.
1
4. Make sure that there is no tears
1. Adjusting nut and cracks on the rubber boot. 8
2. Rear brake lock cable length
9
Periodically check the rear brake lock
cable length and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
To increase the rear brake lock cable
length, turn the adjusting nut at the rear
brake caliper in direction (a). To de-

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EAU22311
checked for wear at the intervals spec-
Checking the front and rear ified in the periodic maintenance and
1 2 brake pads lubrication chart. Each brake pad is
1 3 provided with a wear indicator, which
Front brake
allows you to check the brake pad wear
2 without having to disassemble the
brake. To check the brake pad wear,
check the position of the wear indicator
3 while applying the brake. If a brake pad
has worn to the point that the wear indi-
4 1. Wear indicator groove cator almost touches the brake disc,
2. Wear indicator have a Yamaha dealer replace the
3. Rubber boot brake pads as a set.
5 1
1. Brake pad wear indicator
6
Rear brake
7

1. Brake pad wear indicator

The front and rear brake pads must be


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EAU22581
Rear brake may deteriorate, causing leak-
Checking the brake fluid level 1 age.
Before riding, check that the brake fluid  Refill with the same type of
is above the minimum level mark. brake fluid. Adding a brake fluid
Check the brake fluid level with the top other than DOT 4 may result in a
of the reservoir level. Replenish the harmful chemical reaction. 2
brake fluid if necessary.  Be careful that water does not
Front brake enter the brake fluid reservoir
when refilling. Water will signifi- 3
1 cantly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in vapor 4
1. Minimum level mark
lock.
Specified brake fluid: ECA17640
5
DOT 4 NOTICE
EWA15990
Brake fluid may damage painted sur- 6
WARNING faces or plastic parts. Always clean
up spilled fluid immediately.
Improper maintenance can result in 7
1. Minimum level mark loss of braking ability. Observe As the brake pads wear, it is normal for
these precautions: the brake fluid level to gradually go
 Insufficient brake fluid may al- down. A low brake fluid level may indi- 8
low air to enter the brake sys- cate worn brake pads and/or brake sys-
tem, reducing braking tem leakage; therefore, be sure to 9
performance. check the brake pads for wear and the
 Clean the filler cap before re- brake system for leakage. If the brake
moving. Use only DOT 4 brake fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
fluid from a sealed container. Yamaha dealer check the cause before
 Use only the specified brake flu- further riding.
id; otherwise, the rubber seals
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EAU22731 EAU51990 EAU23095

Changing the brake fluid Drive belt slack Checking and lubricating the
Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive belt slack should be checked cables
1 brake fluid at the intervals specified in and adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at The operation of all control cables and
the TIP after the periodic maintenance the intervals specified in the periodic the condition of the cables should be
and lubrication chart. In addition, have maintenance and lubrication chart. checked before each ride, and the ca-
2
the oil seals of the master cylinders and bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
calipers as well as the brake hoses re- ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
3 placed at the intervals listed below or or does not move smoothly, have a
whenever they are damaged or leak- Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
4 ing. WARNING! Damage to the outer
 Oil seals: Replace every two housing of cables may result in in-
years. ternal rusting and cause interfer-
5  Brake hoses: Replace every four ence with cable movement. Replace
years. damaged cables as soon as possi-
6 ble to prevent unsafe condi-
tions.[EWA10711]
7
Recommended lubricant:
Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or
8 engine oil

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EAU23114 EAU23172
Recommended lubricant:
Checking and lubricating the Lubricating the front and rear Silicone grease
throttle grip and cable brake levers
The operation of the throttle grip should
Front brake lever
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated by a 2
Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance chart.
The throttle cable is equipped with a 3
rubber cover. Make sure that the cover
is securely installed. Even though the 4
cover is installed correctly, it does not
completely protect the cable from water
5
entry. Therefore, use care not to pour
water directly onto the cover or cable Rear brake lever
when washing the vehicle. If the cable 6
or cover becomes dirty, wipe clean with
a moist cloth. 7

The pivoting points of the front and rear


brake levers must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.

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EAU23213 EWA10741 EAU23272

Checking and lubricating the WARNING Checking the front fork


centerstand and sidestand If the centerstand or sidestand does The condition and operation of the front
1 not move up and down smoothly, fork must be checked as follows at the
have a Yamaha dealer check or re- intervals specified in the periodic main-
pair it. Otherwise, the centerstand or tenance and lubrication chart.
2
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting To check the condition
3 in a possible loss of control. Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
4 Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
5 face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoid injury,
6 securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
7 over.[EWA10751]
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
8 several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
9 smoothly.
The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and met-
al-to-metal contact surfaces should be
lubricated if necessary.

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EAU45511 EAU23291

Checking the steering Checking the wheel bearings


Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
2
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the center- 3
stand. WARNING! To avoid inju-
ECA10590
ry, securely support the vehicle 4
NOTICE so there is no danger of it falling
If any damage is found or the front over.[EWA10751] The front and rear wheel bearings must
fork does not operate smoothly, 2. Hold the lower ends of the front be checked at the intervals specified in 5
have a Yamaha dealer check or re- fork legs and try to move them for- the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
pair it. ward and backward. If any free tion chart. If there is play in the wheel 6
play can be felt, have a Yamaha hub or if the wheel does not turn
dealer check or repair the steering. smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings. 7

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EAU52042
medical attention.
Battery 1
 Batteries produce explosive hy-
The battery is located under front stor- drogen gas. Therefore, keep
1 age compartment A. (See page 3-22.) sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
This model is equipped with a VRLA away from the battery and pro-
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery. vide sufficient ventilation when
2
There is no need to check the electro- charging it in an enclosed
lyte or to add distilled water. However, space.
3 the battery lead connections need to be  KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
checked and, if necessary, tightened. IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
EWA10760
4 CHILDREN. 1. Storage compartment
WARNING
4. Remove the front storage com-
 Electrolyte is poisonous and
5 To access the battery partment A by removing the
dangerous since it contains sul-
1. Remove panel B. (See page 6-8.) screws.
furic acid, which causes severe
6 burns. Avoid any contact with 2. Open the front storage compart-
skin, eyes or clothing and al- ment A. (See page 3-22.) 1
2
7 ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
8 lowing FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
9 of water. 1
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im- 1. Screw
mediately call a physician. 2. Front storage compartment A
• EYES: Flush with water for 15 3. Pull the storage compartment out-
minutes and seek prompt ward, then remove it.

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To store the battery cause permanent battery damage.
1. If the vehicle will not be used for
1 more than one month, remove the
2 battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removing the 2
battery, be sure the key is
3 turned to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the negative lead before 3
disconnecting the positive
1. Negative battery lead (black) lead.[ECA16302] 4
2. Positive battery lead (red) 2. If the battery will be stored for more
3. Battery than two months, check it at least
5
once a month and fully charge it if
To charge the battery necessary.
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- 3. Fully charge the battery before in- 6
tery as soon as possible if it seems to stallation. NOTICE: When install-
have discharged. Keep in mind that the ing the battery, be sure the key 7
battery tends to discharge more quickly is turned to “OFF”, then con-
if the vehicle is equipped with optional nect the positive lead before
electrical accessories. 8
connecting the negative
ECA16521
lead.[ECA16840]
NOTICE 4. After installation, make sure that 9
To charge a VRLA (Valve Regulated the battery leads are properly con-
Lead Acid) battery, a special (con- nected to the battery terminals.
stant-voltage) battery charger is re- ECA16530

quired. Using a conventional battery NOTICE


charger will damage the battery. Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
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EAU54020
For XP500 For XP500A
Replacing the fuses
The main fuse box and the fuse box, 1 2
3 3
1 which contains the fuses for the individ-
ual circuits, are located under panel A.
2 1
(See page 6-8.)
2
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off 4
3 the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then 5
4 install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not 1. Main fuse 1. Main fuse
use a fuse of a higher amperage 2. Spare main fuse 2. ABS motor fuse
5 rating than recommended to 3. Main fuse box cover 3. ABS solenoid fuse
avoid causing extensive dam- 4. Spare main fuse
6 age to the electrical system and 5. Main fuse box cover
possibly a fire.[EWA15131]
7

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For XP500 For XP500A Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
1 2 21 3 40.0 A
3 1 Headlight fuse:
4 20.0 A
4 5 Signaling system fuse:
5 6 15.0 A 2
6 Ignition fuse:
7 7.5 A
7 10 Radiator fan fuse: 3
9 8 1 9 1 8 15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
7.5 A 4
1. Spare fuse 1. Spare fuse
2. Parking lighting fuse 2. ABS control unit fuse
Parking lighting fuse:
10.0 A
3. Signaling system fuse 3. Signaling system fuse 5
ABS control unit fuse:
4. Ignition fuse 4. Ignition fuse XP500A 5.0 A
5. Backup fuse 5. Backup fuse ABS motor fuse: 6
6. Radiator fan fuse 6. Radiator fan fuse XP500A 30.0 A
7. Fuel injection system fuse 7. Fuel injection system fuse
ABS solenoid fuse:
XP500A 20.0 A 7
8. Headlight fuse 8. Headlight fuse Backup fuse:
9. Spare fuse 9. Spare fuse 7.5 A
10.Parking lighting fuse 8
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuit in question to
9
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.

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EAU52231

Replacing the headlight bulb


This model is equipped with a halogen 1
1 bulb headlights. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
ECA10650
2 NOTICE
Take care not to damage the follow- 2
1
3 ing parts:
 Headlight bulb
4 Do not touch the glass part of 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb. 1. Headlight coupler
the headlight bulb to keep it free 2. Headlight bulb
1. Remove panel A. (See page 6-8.)
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
5 2. Remove the headlight bulb cover. 4. Install a new bulb by turning it
ency of the glass, the luminosity
clockwise.
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
5. Connect the headlight coupler.
6 be adversely affected. Thor-
6. Install the headlight bulb cover.
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
7. Install the panel.
7 gerprints on the headlight bulb
1 8. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
using a cloth moistened with al-
headlight beam if necessary.
cohol or thinner.
8  Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
9 film or stickers to the headlight
lens. 1. Headlight bulb cover
Do not use a headlight bulb of a
wattage higher than specified. 3. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb by turning it counterclock-
wise.
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EAU24181 EAU52320

Tail/brake light Replacing a front turn signal


This model is equipped with an light bulb
LED-type tail/brake light. 2
1. Place the scooter on the center-
If the tail/brake light does not come on, stand.
have a Yamaha dealer check it. 2. Remove the socket (together with 1
2
the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
3

1. Turn signal light bulb 4


2. Turn signal light bulb socket

4. Insert a new bulb into the socket, 5


push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
6
1 5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
7
1. Turn signal light bulb socket

3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by 8


pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
9

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EAUT1330 EAU24313

Rear turn signal light bulb Replacing the license plate


If a rear turn signal light does not come light bulb
1 on, have a Yamaha dealer check the 1. Remove the license plate light unit 2
electrical circuit or replace the bulb. by removing the screws.
2

1 1
3

4 1. License plate light unit


2. License plate light bulb socket

5 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-


ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
6 1. Screw
5. Install the socket (together with the
2. Remove the license plate light bulb bulb) by pushing it in.
7 socket (together with the bulb) by 6. Install the license plate light unit by
pulling it out. installing the screws.
8

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EAU52050 EAU25881

Replacing an auxiliary light 1 Troubleshooting


bulb 2 Although Yamaha scooters receive a
1. Remove panel A. (See page 6-8.) thorough inspection before shipment
2. Remove the auxiliary light socket from the factory, trouble may occur dur-
(together with the bulb) by pulling it ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,
2
out. compression, or ignition systems, for
example, can cause poor starting and
loss of power. 3
The following troubleshooting charts
1 1. Auxiliary light bulb represent quick and easy procedures 4
2. Auxiliary light bulb socket for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your scooter re-
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket. 5
quire any repair, take it to a Yamaha
5. Install the auxiliary light socket (to-
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
gether with the bulb) by pushing it
the necessary tools, experience, and 6
in.
know-how to service the scooter prop-
6. Install the panel.
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket erly. 7
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look like
ing it out. 8
Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi-
or, have a shorter service life and can
lead to expensive repair bills. 9
EWA15141

WARNING
When checking the fuel system, do
not smoke, and make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, including pilot lights from water
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heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
gasoline vapors can ignite or ex-
plode, causing severe injury or
1 property damage.

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EAU42503

Troubleshooting charts

Starting problems or poor engine performance


1. Fuel
There is enough fuel. Check the compression.
Check the fuel level in
2
the fuel tank.
The engine does not start.
There is no fuel. Supply fuel.
Check the compression. 3

2. Compression
There is compression. Check the ignition. 4
Operate the electric starter.
Have a Yamaha dealer
There is no compression.
check the vehicle.
5

3. Ignition 6
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
Wet Operate the electric starter.
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes. 7
The engine does not start.
Dry Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Check the battery.
8
4. Battery The engine turns over
The battery is good.
quickly. The engine does not start.
Operate the electric starter.
9
Have a Yamaha dealer
Check the battery lead connections, check the vehicle.
The engine turns over
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
slowly.
the battery if necessary.

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Engine overheating
EWAT1040

WARNING
1  Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
 Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the de-
2
tent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the cap
while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
3

4
There is Have a Yamaha dealer check
The coolant level is low. leakage. and repair the cooling system.
5 Check the cooling system
for leakage.
There is
Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Wait until the Check the coolant level in the no leakage.
6 engine has cooled. reservoir and radiator.

The coolant level Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a
is OK. Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system.
7

8
TIP
9 If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant
as soon as possible.

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EAU37833 EAU26104
ucts onto seals, gaskets and wheel
Matte color caution Care axles. Always rinse the dirt and de-
ECA15192
While the open design of a scooter re- greaser off with water.
NOTICE veals the attractiveness of the technol-
Some models are equipped with ogy, it also makes it more vulnerable. Cleaning
matte colored finished parts. Be Rust and corrosion can develop even if ECA10783
2
sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for high-quality components are used. A NOTICE
advice on what products to use be- rusty exhaust pipe may go unnoticed  Avoid using strong acidic wheel
fore cleaning the vehicle. Using a on a car, however, it detracts from the cleaners, especially on spoked 3
brush, harsh chemical products or overall appearance of a scooter. Fre- wheels. If such products are
cleaning compounds when cleaning quent and proper care does not only used on hard-to-remove dirt, do 4
these parts will scratch or damage comply with the terms of the warranty, not leave the cleaner on the af-
their surface. Wax also should not but it will also keep your scooter looking fected area any longer than in-
be applied to any matte colored fin- good, extend its life and optimize its 5
structed. Also, thoroughly rinse
ished parts. performance. the area off with water, immedi-
ately dry it, and then apply a cor- 6
Before cleaning rosion protection spray.
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a  Improper cleaning can damage 7
plastic bag after the engine has plastic parts (such as cowlings,
cooled down. panels, windshields, headlight
2. Make sure that all caps and covers 8
lenses, meter lenses, etc.) and
as well as all electrical couplers the mufflers. Use only a soft,
and connectors, including the clean cloth or sponge with wa- 9
spark plug cap, are tightly in- ter to clean plastic. However, if
stalled. the plastic parts cannot be thor-
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt, oughly cleaned with water, di-
like oil burnt onto the crankcase, luted mild detergent with water
with a degreasing agent and a may be used. Be sure to rinse
brush, but never apply such prod- off any detergent residue using
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plenty of water, as it is harmful den part of the windshield to remain well into spring.
to plastic parts. make sure that it does not leave
1. Clean the scooter with cold water
 Do not use any harsh chemical any marks. If the windshield is
and a mild detergent after the en-
1 products on plastic parts. Be scratched, use a quality plastic
gine has cooled down. NOTICE:
sure to avoid using cloths or polishing compound after
Do not use warm water since it
2 sponges which have been in washing.
increases the corrosive action
contact with strong or abrasive
of the salt.[ECA10791]
cleaning products, solvent or
3 After normal use 2. Apply a corrosion protection spray
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild on all metal, including chrome- and
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge, nickel-plated, surfaces to prevent
4 id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
and then rinse thoroughly with clean corrosion.
 Do not use high-pressure wash-
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
5 for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt After cleaning
they cause water seepage and
and insects will come off more easily if 1. Dry the scooter with a chamois or
deterioration in the following ar-
6 the area is covered with a wet cloth for an absorbing cloth.
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
a few minutes before cleaning. 2. Use a chrome polish to shine
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
chrome, aluminum and stain-
7 electric components (couplers,
After riding in the rain, near the sea or less-steel parts, including the ex-
connectors, instruments,
on salt-sprayed roads haust system. (Even the thermally
switches and lights), breather
8 Since sea salt or salt sprayed on roads induced discoloring of stain-
hoses and vents.
during winter are extremely corrosive in less-steel exhaust systems can be
 For scooters equipped with a
combination with water, carry out the removed through polishing.)
9 windshield: Do not use strong
following steps after each ride in the 3. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
cleaners or hard sponges as
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed mended to apply a corrosion pro-
they will cause dulling or
roads. tection spray on all metal,
scratching. Some cleaning com-
TIP including chrome- and nickel-plat-
pounds for plastic may leave
Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may ed, surfaces.
scratches on the windshield.
4. Use spray oil as a universal clean-
Test the product on a small hid-
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er to remove any remaining dirt. treat them with a suitable care EAU36553

5. Touch up minor paint damage product. Storage


caused by stones, etc.  Avoid using abrasive polishing
6. Wax all painted surfaces. compounds as they will wear Short-term
7. Let the scooter dry completely be- away the paint. Always store your scooter in a cool, dry
fore storing or covering it. place and, if necessary, protect it
TIP 2
EWA10942 against dust with a porous cover. Be
WARNING  Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
Contaminants on the brakes or tires vice on what products to use. tem are cool before covering the scoot- 3
can cause loss of control.  Washing, rainy weather or humid er.
 Make sure that there is no oil or climates can cause the headlight ECA10820
4
wax on the brakes or tires. If lens to fog. Turning the headlight NOTICE
necessary, clean the brake on for a short period of time will  Storing the scooter in a poorly
help remove the moisture from the ventilated room or covering it 5
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac- lens. with a tarp, while it is still wet,
etone, and wash the tires with will allow water and humidity to 6
warm water and a mild deter- seep in and cause rust.
gent.  To prevent corrosion, avoid 7
 Before operating the scooter damp cellars, stables (because
test its braking performance of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi- 8
and cornering behavior.
ECA10800
cals are stored.
NOTICE 9
 Apply spray oil and wax spar- Long-term
ingly and make sure to wipe off Before storing your scooter for several
any excess. months:
 Never apply oil or wax to any 1. Follow all the instructions in the
rubber and plastic parts, but “Care” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
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stabilizer (if available) to prevent pivoting points of all levers and
the fuel tank from rusting and the pedals as well as of the sidestand/
fuel from deteriorating. centerstand.
1 3. Perform the following steps to pro- 5. Check and, if necessary, correct
tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc. the tire air pressure, and then lift
2 from corrosion. the scooter so that both of its
a. Remove the spark plug caps wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
and the spark plugs. tively, turn the wheels a little every
3 b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil month in order to prevent the tires
into the spark plug bores. from becoming degraded in one
4 c. Install the spark plug caps onto spot.
the spark plugs, and then place 6. Cover the muffler outlet with a
the spark plugs on the cylinder plastic bag to prevent moisture
5
head so that the electrodes are from entering it.
grounded. (This will limit spark- 7. Remove the battery and fully
6 ing during the next step.) charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
d. Turn the engine over several place and charge it once a month.
7 times with the starter. (This will Do not store the battery in an ex-
coat the cylinder walls with oil.) cessively cold or warm place [less
e. Remove the spark plug caps than 0 C (30 F) or more than 30
8
from the spark plugs, and then C (90 F)]. For more information
install the spark plugs and the on storing the battery, see page
9 spark plug caps. WARNING! 6-28.
To prevent damage or injury TIP
from sparking, make sure to Make any necessary repairs before
ground the spark plug elec- storing the scooter.
trodes while turning the en-
gine over.[EWA10951]
4. Lubricate all control cables and the
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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions: EAU50916
Engine oil: Spark plug(s):
Overall length: Recommended brand: Manufacturer/model:
2200 mm (86.6 in) YAMALUBE NGK/CR7E
Overall width: Type: Spark plug gap:
775 mm (30.5 in) SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Overall height: Recommended engine oil grade: Clutch:
1420/1475 mm (55.9/58.1 in) API service SG type or higher, JASO stan- Clutch type: 2
Seat height: dard MA Wet, multiple-disc automatic
800 mm (31.5 in) Engine oil quantity: Transmission:
Wheelbase: Without oil filter cartridge replacement: Primary reduction ratio: 3
1580 mm (62.2 in) 2.70 L (2.85 US qt, 2.38 Imp.qt) 1.000
Ground clearance: With oil filter cartridge replacement: Final drive:
125 mm (4.92 in) 2.90 L (3.07 US qt, 2.55 Imp.qt) Belt 4
Minimum turning radius: Cooling system: Secondary reduction ratio:
2800 mm (110.2 in) Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi- 6.034 (52/32 x 36/22 x 59/26)
Weight: mum level mark): Transmission type: 5
Curb weight: 0.27 L (0.29 US qt, 0.24 Imp.qt) V-belt automatic
XP500 217 kg (478 lb) Radiator capacity (including all routes): Chassis:
XP500A 221 kg (487 lb) 1.50 L (1.59 US qt, 1.32 Imp.qt) 6
Frame type:
Engine: Air filter: Diamond
Engine type: Air filter element: Caster angle: 7
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC Oil-coated paper element 25.00 
Cylinder arrangement: Fuel: Trail:
Inline 2-cylinder Recommended fuel: 92 mm (3.6 in) 8
Displacement: Regular unleaded gasoline (Gasohol (E10) Front tire:
530 cm3 acceptable) Type:
Bore  stroke: Fuel tank capacity: Tubeless 9
68.0  73.0 mm (2.68  2.87 in) 15.0 L (3.96 US gal, 3.30 Imp.gal) Size:
Compression ratio: Fuel reserve amount: 120/70R15 M/C 56H
10.90 : 1 3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal) Manufacturer/model:
Starting system: Fuel injection: DUNLOP/GPR-100F
Electric starter Throttle body: Manufacturer/model:
Lubrication system: ID mark: BRIDGESTONE/BT011F
Dry sump 59C1 00

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SPECIFICATIONS
Rear tire: Rim size: Wheel travel:
Type: 15M/C x MT3.50 116.0 mm (4.57 in)
Tubeless Rear wheel: Electrical system:
Size: Wheel type: Ignition system:
1 160/60R15 M/C 67H Cast wheel TCI
Manufacturer/model: Rim size: Charging system:
DUNLOP/GPR-100L 15M/C x MT5.00 AC magneto
2
Manufacturer/model: Front brake: Battery:
BRIDGESTONE/BT012R Type: Model:
3 Loading: Dual disc brake YTZ12S
Maximum load: Operation: Voltage, capacity:
XP500 198 kg (437 lb) Right hand operation 12 V, 11.0 Ah
4 XP500A 194 kg (428 lb) Specified brake fluid: Headlight:
* (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo DOT 4 Bulb type:
and accessories) Rear brake: Halogen bulb
5 Tire air pressure (measured on cold Type: Bulb voltage, wattage  quantity:
tires): Single disc brake Headlight:
Loading condition: Operation: 12 V, 55.0 W  2
6 Left hand operation
0–90 kg (0–198 lb) Tail/brake light:
Front: Specified brake fluid: LED
7 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 33 psi) DOT 4 Front turn signal light:
Rear: Front suspension: 12 V, 21.0 W  2
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi) Type: Rear turn signal light:
8 Loading condition: Telescopic fork 12 V, 21.0 W  2
XP500 90–198 kg (198–437 lb) Spring/shock absorber type: Auxiliary light:
XP500A 90–194 kg (198–428 lb) Coil spring/oil damper 12 V, 5.0 W  1
9 Front: Wheel travel: License plate light:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 33 psi) 120.0 mm (4.72 in) 12 V, 5.0 W  1
Rear: Rear suspension: Meter lighting:
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm2, 41 psi) Type: LED
Front wheel: Swingarm High beam indicator light:
Wheel type: Spring/shock absorber type: LED
Cast wheel Coil spring/gas-oil damper Turn signal indicator light:
LED x 2

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SPECIFICATIONS
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
ABS warning light:
XP500A LED
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED
Fuses:
2
Main fuse:
40.0 A
Headlight fuse: 3
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
15.0 A 4
Ignition fuse:
7.5 A
Parking lighting fuse: 5
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
15.0 A 6
Fuel injection system fuse:
7.5 A
ABS control unit fuse: 7
XP500A 5.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
8
XP500A 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse:
XP500A 20.0 A 9
Backup fuse:
7.5 A

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CONSUMER INFORMATION
EAU48612 EAU26410 EAU26500

Identification numbers Vehicle identification number Model label


Record the vehicle identification num-
1 ber and model label information in the
spaces provided below for assistance
when ordering spare parts from a
2 1 1
Yamaha dealer or for reference in case
the vehicle is stolen.
3
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
4 NUMBER:
1. Vehicle identification number 1. Model label
5
The vehicle identification number is The model label is affixed to the inside
stamped into the frame. of the rear storage compartment. (See
6 page 3-22.) Record the information on
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION: TIP
The vehicle identification number is this label in the space provided. This in-
7 used to identify your vehicle and may formation will be needed when ordering
be used to register it with the licensing spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
8 authority in your area.

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INDEX
A Front and rear brake pads, checking ...... 6-22 R
ABS (for ABS models) .............................3-16 Front fork, checking................................. 6-26 Rear brake lock cable, adjusting..............6-21
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ..........3-3 Fuel ......................................................... 3-18 Rear brake lock, checking .......................6-21
Acceleration and deceleration ...................5-3 Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......... 5-4 Rear brake lock lever...............................3-15
Air filter element, replacing ......................6-15 Fuel tank cap........................................... 3-17 Rear view mirrors.....................................3-25
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ........................3-12 Fuses, replacing...................................... 6-30 Rider backrest, adjusting .........................3-20
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-35 H S
B Handlebar switches ................................. 3-12 Safe-riding points .......................................1-5
Battery .....................................................6-28 Hazard switch.......................................... 3-13 Safety information......................................1-1
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-24 Headlight bulb, replacing......................... 6-32 Seat .........................................................3-20
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-23 Helmet holder .......................................... 3-21 Shock absorber assembly .......................3-26
Brake lever, front .....................................3-14 High beam indicator light........................... 3-3 Sidestand .................................................3-26
Brake lever, rear ......................................3-14 Horn switch ............................................. 3-13 Spark plugs, checking..............................6-10
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-25 I Specifications.............................................8-1
Braking ......................................................5-3 Identification numbers ............................... 9-1 Speedometer .............................................3-5
C Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-27 Starting off .................................................5-2
Cables, checking and lubricating .............6-24 Immobilizer system ................................... 3-1 Starting the engine.....................................5-1
Care...........................................................7-1 Immobilizer system indicator light ............. 3-4 Start switch ..............................................3-13
Catalytic converter...................................3-19 Indicator lights and warning lights ............. 3-3 Steering, checking ...................................6-27
Centerstand and sidestand, checking L Storage ......................................................7-3
and lubricating .......................................6-26 License plate light bulb, replacing ........... 6-34 Storage compartments ............................3-22
Coolant ....................................................6-14 M T
D Main switch/steering lock .......................... 3-2 Tachometer................................................3-5
Dimmer switch .........................................3-13 Maintenance and lubrication, periodic....... 6-4 Tail/brake light .........................................6-33
Drive belt slack ........................................6-24 Maintenance, emission control system ..... 6-3 Throttle grip and cable, checking and
E Matte color, caution................................... 7-1 lubricating ..............................................6-25
Engine break-in .........................................5-4 Model label ................................................ 9-1 Throttle grip free play, checking...............6-17
Engine idling speed .................................6-16 Multi-function display................................. 3-5 Tires .........................................................6-17
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..............6-11 P Tool kit .......................................................6-2
Engine stop switch...................................3-13 Panels, removing and installing ................ 6-8 Troubleshooting .......................................6-35
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-3 Parking ...................................................... 5-5 Troubleshooting charts ............................6-37
F Part locations ............................................ 2-1 Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-3
Front and rear brake lever free play, Pass switch ............................................. 3-13 Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ....6-33
checking ................................................6-20 Turn signal switch ....................................3-13

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INDEX
V
Valve clearance .......................................6-17
Vehicle identification number .....................9-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking........................6-27
Wheels .....................................................6-19
Windshield ...............................................3-24

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