Storage - Yamaha XMAX YP250R Owner's Manual

4. Use spray oil as a universal clea-
ner to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
7. Let the scooter dry completely
before storing or covering it.
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Contaminants on the brakes or
tires can cause loss of control.
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Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires. If
necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, and wash the tires
with warm water and a mild
detergent.
●
Before operating the scooter
test its braking performance
and cornering behavior.
NOTICE
● Apply spray oil and wax spa-
ringly and make sure to wipe
off any excess.
●
Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.
●
Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
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● Consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use.
●
Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from
the lens.
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE

Storage

Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
NOTICE
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Long-term
Before storing your scooter for seve-
ral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
7-3
Storing the scooter in a poorly
ventilated room or covering it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water and humidity to
seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
"Care" section of this chapter.
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
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