Yamaha VMAX VMX12P User manual

LIT-11626-15-11 5GK-28199-12

VMX12P

VMX12PC

OWNER’S MANUAL

PRINTED IN JAPAN

2001 ·4-0.9 ×1CR

(E)

PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

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EAU00002 INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha VMX12/VMX12C. This model is

the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and

pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and

reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.

This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic

maintenance of this motorcycle. If you have any questions concerning the operation

or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.

The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emis-

sions standards for clean air applicable at the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met

these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the

motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your

Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and

operating instructions contained within this manual.

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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

The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS

INVOLVED!

WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the

motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the

motorcycle.

NOTE: A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

NOTE:

●This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain

with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.

●Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while

this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing,

there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If you have

any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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WARNING

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE “YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING

TIPS” BOOKLET CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTOR-

CYCLE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS MOTORCYCLE UNTIL YOU HAVE AT-

TAINED ADEQUATE KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES

AND UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES.

REGULAR INSPECTIONS AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE, ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING

SKILLS, WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELI-

ABILITY OF THIS MOTORCYCLE.

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

AFFIX DEALER

LABEL HERE

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VMX12P/VMX12PC

OWNER’S MANUAL

1st Edition, March 2001

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in Japan.

P/N LIT-11626-15-11

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 SAFETY INFORMATION 1

2 DESCRIPTION 2

3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 3

4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 4

5 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 5

6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6

7 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7

8 SPECIFICATIONS 8

9 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9

INDEX

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Safe riding .......................................................................................... 1-1

Protective apparel .............................................................................. 1-3

Modifications ...................................................................................... 1-3

Loading and accessories ................................................................... 1-3

Gasoline and exhaust gas.................................................................. 1-5

Location of important labels ............................................................... 1-7

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SAFETY INFORMATION EAU00014*

MOTORCYCLES ARE SINGLE TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE AND OPERATION ARE DE-

PENDENT UPON THE USE OF PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE EXPERTISE OF

THE OPERATOR. EVERY OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS BE-

FORE RIDING THIS MOTORCYCLE.

HE OR SHE SHOULD:

1. OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUCTIONS FROM A COMPETENT SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF

MOTORCYCLE OPERATION.

2. OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL.

3. OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES.

4. OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED BY THE OWNER’S MANUAL

AND/OR WHEN MADE NECESSARY BY MECHANICAL CONDITIONS.

Safe riding

1. Always make pre-operation checks. Careful checks may help prevent an accident.

2. This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and a passenger.

3. The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traffic is the predominating cause of

automobile/motorcycle accidents. Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver who

did not see the motorcycle. Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the

chance of this type of accident.

Therefore:

a. Wear a brightly colored jacket.

b. Use extra caution when you are approaching and passing through intersections, since intersec-

tions are the most likely places for motorcycle accidents to occur.

c. Ride where other motorists can see you. Avoid riding in another motorist’s blind spot.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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4. Many accidents involve inexperienced operators. In fact, many operators who have been involved in

accidents do not even have a current motorcycle license.

a. Make sure that you are qualified and that you only lend your motorcycle to other qualified opera-

tors.

b. Know your skills and limits. Staying within your limits may help you to avoid an accident.

c. We recommend that you practice riding your motorcycle where there is no traffic until you have

become thoroughly familiar with the motorcycle and all of its controls.

5. Many accidents have been caused by error of the motorcycle operator. A typical error made by the

operator is veering wide on a turn due to EXCESSIVE SPEED or undercornering (insufficient lean

angle for the speed).

a. Always obey the speed limit and never travel faster than warranted by road and traffic conditions.

b. Always signal before turning or changing lanes. Make sure that other motorists can see you.

6. The posture of the operator and passenger is important for proper control.

a. The operator should keep both hands on the handlebar and both feet on the operator footrests

during operation to maintain control of the motorcycle.

b. The passenger should always hold onto the operator, the seat strap or grab bar, if equipped, with

both hands and keep both feet on the passenger footrests.

c. Never carry a passenger unless he or she can firmly place both feet on the passenger footrests.

7. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.

8. This motorcycle is designed for on-road use only. It is not suitable for off-road use.

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