Zuma II - Yamaha

1 5LU-F8199-11CW50 NOWNER S MANUALLIT-11626-14-16 The engine exhaust from this productcontains chemicals know to the Stateof California to cause cancer, birthdefects or other reproductive on your purchase of the Yamaha model is the result of Yamaha s vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, andpacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that havemade Yamaha a leader in these fields. This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your scooter, please consult a INFORMATIONSEAA10500 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:The safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR safety IS INVOLVED!Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the scooter operator,a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the :A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or :IMPORTANT INFORMATIONSEUU00001 NOTE: This manual should be considered a permanent part of this scooter and should remain with it even if the scooter issubsequently sold.

2 Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the mostcurrent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your scooterand this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha READ THIS MANUAL AND THE "YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS" BOOKLET CAREFULLYAND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS SCOOTER. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS SCOOTER UNTILYOU HAVE ATTAINED A SATISFACTORY KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES ANDUNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES. REGULAR INSPECTIONS ANDCAREFUL MAINTENANCE, ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS, WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY THECAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS S MANUAL 2000 by MBK INDUSTRIE2nd Edition, April 2000 All rights reserved. Any reproduction orrepresentation without the writtenpermission ofMBK INDUSTRIEis expressly in FranceP/N LIT-11626-14-16 AFFIX DEALERLABEL HERE1234567891 GIVE safety THE RIGHT OF WAY3 DESCRIPTION4 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS5 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS6 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS7 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR8 SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE9 SPECIFICATIONS10 CONSUMER INFORMATIONINDEX102 LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELSTABLE OF CONTENTS1 THINK OF YOUR safety .

3 1-1 safety INFORMATION .. 1-2 Safe riding .. 1-3 Protective apparel .. 1-4 Modification .. 1-4 Loading and accessories .. 1-5 Loading .. 1-6 Gasoline and exhaust 1-7 Recommandations in case of 1-8 GIVE safety THE RIGHT OF WAY11-1 GIVE safety THE RIGHT OF WAYEUU75900 THINK OF YOUR SAFETYBoth scooters and mopeds are fascinating vehicles which give a tremendous feeling of freedom to their riders. Theymust be correctly maintained at all times in order to ensure optimum performance. However, as a rider you must alsoensure that your physical condition is good, and that you are not tired, in order that you too can optimize your vehiclecontrol. Medicines, drugs and alcohol should not be combined with riding, especially alcohol, which increases theindividual s likelihood of taking risks. Alcohol is dangerous, even in small protective riding gear is just as much a part of motorcycling safety as the safety belt is in the car; a good leathersuit and gloves, sturdy boots and a good quality, properly fitting crash helmet are ideal.

4 But beware: good protectiveclothing can result in the individual being lulled into a false sense of security. When this happens more risks are takenand speeds this particularly applies in wet weather. The good motorcyclist therefore rides defensively andprotectively in order to minimize safety THE RIGHT OF WAYEUU77201 safety INFORMATIONTWO-WHEELED SCOOTERS ARE SINGLE TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE AND OPERATION ARE DEPEN-DENT UPON THE USE OF PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE EXPERTISE OF THE OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS BEFORE OR SHE SHOULD:1. OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUCTIONS FROM A COMPETENT SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF SCOOTER OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS IN THE OWNER S OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED BY THE OWNER S MANUAL AND/OR WHENMADE NECESSARY BY MECHANICAL ALWAYS RESPECT THE RELEVANT LAWS AND REGULATIONS OF EACH safety THE RIGHT OF WAYSAFE RIDING1.

5 Always make pre-operation checks. Careful checks may help prevent an This scooter is designed to carry the operator and passenger in certain conditions (check the relevant regulation ofeach country).3. Most traffic accidents involving scooters and cars are due to the fact that car drivers do not see scooters. By makingyourself clearly visible, you can reduce the risks of now on:a. Wear a brightly colored Be very cautious when approaching crossroad, because this is where most accidents are Ride where other drivers can see you. Avoid remaining in car drivers' blind spot .4. Numerous accidents are equally due to the rider s lack of experience. In fact, it is those scooter riders who do nothold a full driving licence who are involved in most Make sure that you are properly taught. Do not lend your scooter to anyone who is not an experienced Know your limitations and do not over-estimate Practice wherever there is no traffic until you are familiar with the scooter and its Many scooter accidents are due to riding faults.

6 A typical riding fault is where the rider takes a corner too widebecause of EXCESSIVE SPEED or takes it too sharply (too tight a corner for the speed).a. Always observe the speed limits and never go faster than the state of the road and the traffic conditions Always signal when turning or changing lanes. Make sure you can be seen by other road The operator s and passenger s posture are important for proper The operator should keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footboard during operation tomaintain control of the The passenger should always hold on the operator, or the seat strap or grab bar if the scooter is so equipped withboth hands and keep both feet on the passenger Never carry a passenger unless he or she can firmly place both feet on the passenger Never ride under the influence of alcohol or safety THE RIGHT OF WAY8. Never carry any object which can cause danger if they fall off (pointed or sharp objects, for example).

7 9. This scooter is designed for on-road use only. It is not suitable for off-road Always be particularly attentive when riding the scooter, and take care not to allow yourself to be distracted orinfluenced by objects or APPARELThe majority of fatalities from scooter accidents are the result of head injuries. The use of a safety helmet is the singlemost critical factor in the prevention or reduction of head Always wear an approved Wear a face shield or goggles. Wind on your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of vision whichcould delay seeing a The use of substantial shoes, jacket, trousers, gloves, etc. is effective in preventing or reducing abrasions Never wear loose fitting clothing. It could catch on the control levers or wheels and cause injury or Never touch the engine or exhaust system during or after operation. They become very hot and can cause wear protective clothing that covers your legs, ankles, and A passenger should also observe the above made to the scooter not approved by Yamaha , or the removal of original equipment, may render yourscooter unsafe for use and may cause severe personal injury.

8 Modifications may also make your scooter illegal to safety THE RIGHT OF WAYLOADING AND ACCESSORIESA dding accessories or cargo to your scooter can adversely affect stability and handling if the weight distribution of thescooter is changed. To avoid the possibility of an accident, extreme caution should be used if adding cargo or accessoriesto your scooter. Use extra care if riding a scooter which has added cargo or accessories. Here are some general guidelinesto follow if loading cargo or adding accessories to your scooter:LOADINGThe total weight of the operator, passenger, accessories and cargo must not exceed the maximum load limit of 152 kg(335 lb).When loading within these weight limits, keep the following in mind:1. Cargo and accessory weight should be kept as low and close to the scooter as possible. Be sure to distribute theweight as evenly as possible on both sides of the machine to minimize imbalance or Shifting weights can create a sudden imbalance.

9 Make sure that accessories and cargo are securely attached to thescooter before riding. Recheck accessory mounts and cargo restraints Never attach any large or heavy items to the handlebars, front forks, or front fender. These items can create unstablehandling or slow steering safety THE RIGHT OF WAYACCESSORIESY amaha original accessories have been specially designed for use on this scooter. Because Yamaha can not test everyaccessory which is available on the market, the owner is personally responsible for the selection, fitting and use ofaccessories of other directives dealing with loading apply equally to Never install accessories or carry cargo that would impair the performance of your scooter. Carefully inspect theaccessory before using it to make sure it does not in any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearance, limitsuspension travel, steering travel or control operation, or obscure lights or Accessories fitted to the handlebar or the front fork area can create instability due to improper weight distributionor aerodynamic changes.

10 If accessories are added to the handlebar or front fork area, they must be as lightweightas possible and should be kept to a Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of the scooter due to aerodynamic effects. Wind mayattempt to lift the scooter, or the scooter may become unstable in cross winds. These accessories may alsocause instability when being passed by or passing large Certain accessories can displace the operator from his or her normal riding position. This improper position limitsthe freedom of movement of the operator and may limit control ability. Therefore such accessories are Caution must be used if adding electrical accessories. If these accessories exceed the capacity of the scooter selectrical system, an electric failure could result, which could cause a dangerous loss of lights or engine safety THE RIGHT OF WAYGASOLINE AND EXHAUST GAS1. GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE:a.