User manual YAMAHA XP500-2006

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL XP500 XP500A 5VU-28199-E2 EAU26942 INTRODUCTION EAU10110 Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!As the owner of the XP500, 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. 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. [. . . ] Do not park on a slope or on soft ground, otherwise the vehicle may overturn. ECA10380 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CAUTION: Never park in an area where there are fire hazards such as grass or other flammable materials. 5-5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU17280 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Safety is an obligation of the owner. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition possible. The most important points of inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are explained on the following pages. The intervals given in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart should be simply considered as a general guide under normal riding conditions. However, DEPENDING ON THE WEATHER, TERRAIN, GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION, AND INDIVIDUAL USE, THE MAINTENANCE INTERVALS MAY NEED TO BE SHORTENED. EWA10320 operated in abnormally dusty, muddy or wet conditions, the air filter element should be cleaned or replaced more frequently, otherwise rapid engine wear may result. Consult a Yamaha dealer for proper maintenance intervals. EAU17390 Owner's tool kit 1 2 1. Owner's tool kit WARNING If you are not familiar with maintenance work, have a Yamaha dealer do it for you. EWA10330 The owner's tool kit is located under the seat. (See page 3-14. ) The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner's tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs. However, additional tools such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform certain maintenance work correctly. NOTE: If you do not have the tools or experience required for a particular job, have WARNING This scooter is designed for use on paved roads only. If this scooter is 6-1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR a Yamaha dealer perform it for you. EWA10350 WARNING Modifications not approved by Yamaha may cause loss of performance and render the vehicle unsafe for use. Consult a Yamaha dealer before attempting any changes. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 6-2 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU17705 Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart 1 2 3 NO. ITEM G G NOTE: G The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed instead. G From 50000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km. G Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. ODOMETER READING (× 1000 km) CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1 10 Every 40000 km 20 30 40 Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage. Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage. Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage. ANNUAL CHECK 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 * Fuel line 2 Spark plugs G G 3 * Valves 4 Air filter element G G G G V-belt case air filter ele5* ments 6 * Front brake G G G G G Whenever worn to the limit 7 * Rear brake G Whenever worn to the limit 8 Rear brake lock G G 6-3 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR ODOMETER READING (× 1000 km) NO. ITEM G G CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1 10 20 30 40 Check for cracks or damage. Check bearing play and steering for roughness. Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. [. . . ] 3-3 C Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13 Caution, matte black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Centerstand and sidestand, checking and lubricating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25 Chain drive oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15 Cowlings and panels, removing and installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 T Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Throttle cable free play, checking . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18 Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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