Storage - Yamaha YW125Z Owner's Manual

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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE
tection spray on all metal, includ-
ing chrome- and nickel-plated, sur-
faces.
4. Use spray oil as a universal cleaner
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to remove any remaining dirt.
5. Touch up minor paint damage
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caused by stones, etc.
6. Wax all painted surfaces.
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7. Let the scooter dry completely be-
fore storing or covering it.
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WARNING
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
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can cause loss of control.
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Make sure that there is no oil or
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wax on the brakes or tires. If nec-
essary, clean the brake discs and
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brake linings with a regular brake
disc cleaner or acetone, and
wash the tires with warm water
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and a mild detergent.
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Before operating the vehicle, test
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its braking performance and cor-
nering behavior.
NOTICE
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Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.
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ber and plastic parts, but treat
them with a suitable care prod-
uct.
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Avoid using abrasive polishing
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compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
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Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice
on what products to use.
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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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Storage

Short-term
Always store your scooter in a cool, dry
place and, if necessary, protect it against
dust with a porous cover.
NOTICE
Long-term
Before storing your scooter for several
months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
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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.
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To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because of
the presence of ammonia) and
areas where strong chemicals are
stored.
"Care" section of this chapter.
stabilizer (if available) to prevent the
fuel tank from rusting and the fuel
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