YAMAHA SLIDER 50 2003 Owner's Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Horn switch “ ”
2. Turn signal switch “
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3. Dimmer switch “,”1. Start switch “
” 1. Front brake lever
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Handlebar switches
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Turn signal switch “”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to the right. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to the left. When
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn si-
gnal lights, push the switch in after it
has returned to the center position.
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Horn switch “”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Dimmer switch “,”
Set this switch to “
” for the high beam
and to “
” for the low beam.
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Start switch “”
Push this switch while applying the front
or rear brake to crank the engine with
the starter.
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See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
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Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull this lever toward the
handlebar grip.
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Rear brake lever
The rear brake lever is located on the
left handlebar grip. To apply the rear
brake, pull this lever toward the
handlebar grip.
1. Rear brake lever
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Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil
tank caps
The fuel tank cap and the 2-stroke
engine oil tank cap are located under
the seat. (See page 3-8 for seat
opening and closing procedures.)
Fuel tank cap
To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it
counterclockwise, and then pull it off.
To install the fuel tank cap, turn it
clockwise.2-stroke engine oil tank cap
To remove the 2-stroke engine oil tank
cap, pull it off.
To install the 2-stroke engine oil tank
cap, push it into the oil tank opening.
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Make sure that the fuel and 2-stroke
engine oil tank caps are properly
installed before riding the scooter.1. Fuel tank cap
2. Oil tank cap
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1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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Fuel
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler tube as shown.
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•Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow when
the fuel warms up and expands.
•Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
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Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
6.5 L
Your Yamaha engine has been
designed to use regular unleaded
gasoline with a research octane
number of 91 or higher. If knocking (or
pinging) occurs, use a gasoline of a
different brand or premium unleaded
fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
spark plug life and reduce maintenance
costs.
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Since gasoline is flammable, the
following precautions must be
observed.
•Stop the engine before
refueling.
•Never attempt to refuel the
scooter while smoking or near
an open flame.
•Take special care not to spill
gasoline over the engine or
muffler when refueling
immediately after operation.
•Before starting the engine,
quickly wipe off any gasoline
spilled on the engine or muffler.
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Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfa-
ces or plastic parts.

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Catalytic converter
This scooter is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the muffler.
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The exhaust system is hot after
operation. Make sure that the
exhaust system has cooled down
before doing any maintenance work.
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The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.
•Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
•Never park the scooter near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
•Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
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2-stroke engine oil
Make sure that there is sufficient oil in
the 2-stroke engine oil tank. Add the
recommended 2-stroke engine oil if
necessary.
NOTE :
Make sure that the 2-stroke engine oil
tank cap is properly installed.
Recommended oil:
Yamalube 2 or equivalent 2-
stroke engine oil (JASO grade
"FC", or ISO grades "EG-C" or
"EG-D")
Oil quantity:
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Starter (choke) lever “”
Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by the
starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction a to turn
on the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction b to turn
off the starter (choke).
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1. Seat
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1. Kick starter
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Kickstarter
To start the engine, push the kickstarter
down lightly with your foot until the
gears engage, and then push it down
smoothly but forcefully.
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Seat
To open the seat
1. Insert the key in the lock, and then
turn it as shown.
2. Fold the seat up.
To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then
push it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key.
NOTE :
Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.
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1. Luggage hook
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Luggage hookEWAT0002
•Do not exceed the load limit of
3.0 kg for the luggage hook.
•Do not exceed the maximum
load of 184 kg for the vehicle.

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1. Anti-theft device housing
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Anti-theft device housing
The anti-theft device housing, located
under the seat, is designed to store a
joint type anti-theft device with a maxi-
mum length of 1 meter. (See page 3-8
for seat opening and closing
procedures.)
NOTE :
Some anti-theft devices cannot fit into
the housing due to their size or shape.

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Pre-operation check list ...................................................................... 4-1
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly,
even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or
loss of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thorough visual
inspection, to check the following points before each ride.
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Fuel• Refuel if necessary.3-6
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check oil level in oil tank.
Two-stroke engine oil• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 3-7
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
Final transmission oil• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. 6-6
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Front brake• Check fluid level in reservoir. 3-4, 6-11
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Check operation.
Rear brake• Check lever free play. 3-5, 6-11
• Adjust if necessary.
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Throttle grip• Check cable free play.
6-8
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play
and lubricate cable and grip housing.
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Pre-operation check list
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
NOTE :
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the scooter is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very
short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
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If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the scooter.
4-2 • Check for damage.
Wheels and Tires• Check tire condition and tread depth.
6-9 — 6-11
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
Brake levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
3-4 — 3-5
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
Centerstand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
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• Lubricate pivot if necessary.
Chassis-fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
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• Tighten if necessary.
Instruments, lights• Check operation.
3-1 — 3-4, 6-20 — 6-21
signals and switches• Correct if necessary.
Battery• Check fluid level.
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• Fill with distilled water if necessary.