YAMAHA GIGGLE50 2009 Owner's Manual

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The fuel gauge indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The needle moves
towards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When the needle reaches the
red line, refuel as soon as possible.TIP
Do not allow the fuel tank to empty it-
self completely.
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Handlebar switchesLeftZAUM00**
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1. Dimmer switch "%/&"
2. Turn signal switch "4/6"
3. Horn switch "*"
Fuel gauge
Handlebar switches
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Fuel gauge(15P5/15P7/15P8)ZAUM00**
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(15P6)ZAUM00**
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1. Fuel gauge

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONSDimmer switch
Turn signal switch
Horn switch
Start switch
Brake lever, front
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Turn signal switch “
4 44 4
4/
6 66 6
6”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “6”. To signal a left-hand turn,
push this switch to “4”. When released,
the switch returns to the center position.
To cancel the turn signal lights, push the
switch in after it has returned to the cen-
ter 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 “
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,”
Push this switch while applying the front
or rear brake to crank the engine with
the starter. See page 5-1 for starting in-
structions prior to starting the engine.
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Front brake lever
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ZAUM00**1. Front brake leverThe front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull this lever toward the handle-
bar grip. Right
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1. Start switch ","

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Brake lever, rear
Fuel tank cap
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Fuel tank capZAUM00**
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1. Fuel tank cap lid
2. Fuel tank cap
3. Match marksTo remove the fuel tank cap
Open the lid, insert the key into the lock,
and then turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The
lock will be released and the fuel tank
cap can be removed.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Inser t the fuel tank cap into the tank
opening with the key inserted in the
lock and the match marks aligned.2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it, and
then close the lid.
TIP
The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly installed and locked.
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WARNING
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding. Leak-
ing fuel is a fire hazard.
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Rear brake lever
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ZAUM00**1. Rear brake leverThe rear brake lever is located on the
left handlebar grip. To apply the rear
brake, pull this lever toward the handle-
bar grip.

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smoking, or while in the vicinity of
sparks, open flames, or other
sources of ignition such as the pi-
lot lights of water heaters and
clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop
filling when the fuel reaches the
bottom of the filler tube. Because
fuel expands when it heats up, heat
from the engine or the sun can
cause fuel to spill out of the fuel
tank.
3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-
ately.
NOTICE:
Immediately wipe
off spilled fuel with a clean, dry,
soft cloth, since fuel may dete-
riorate painted surfaces or plas-
tic parts.
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4. Be sure to securely close the fuel
tank cap.
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WARNING
Gasoline is poisonous and can
cause injury or death. Handle gaso-
line with care. Never siphon gasoline
by mouth. If you should swallowsome gasoline or inhale a lot of gaso-
line vapor, or get some gasoline in
your eyes, see your doctor immedi-
ately. If gasoline spills on your skin,
wash with soap and water. If gaso-
line spills on your clothing, change
your clothes.
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Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
4.5 L (1.19 US gal) (0.99 Imp.gal)
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NOTICEUse only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts, such
as the valves and piston rings, as well
as to the exhaust system.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
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FuelZAUM00**
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1. Fuel tank filler tubeMake sure there is sufficient gasoline
in the tank.
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WARNING
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are
extremely flammable. To avoid fires
and explosions and to reduce the
risk of injury when refueling, follow
these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the engine
and be sure that no one is sitting
on the vehicle. Never refuel while Fuel

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Catalytic converters
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Catalytic convertersThis vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
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WARNING
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
burns:● ●● ●
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Do not park the vehicle near pos-
sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.
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Park the vehicle in a place where
pedestrians or children are not
likely to touch the hot exhaust
system.
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Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before do-
ing any maintenance work.
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Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up of
heat.
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NOTICEUse only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause
unrepairable damage to the catalytic
converter.
gasoline of a different brand or premium
unleaded fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will
extend spark plug life and reduce main-
tenance costs.

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Kickstarter
Seat
Helmet holder
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SeatZAUM00**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.TIP
Make sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
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Helmet holderZAUM00**
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1. Helmet holderThe helmet holder is located under the
seat.
To secure a helmet to the helmet
holder
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-10.)
2. Pull the helmet holder up.
3. Attach the helmet to the helmet
holder and then push the helmet
holder down.
4. Securely close the seat. WARNING!
Never ride with a helmet attached
to the helmet holder, since the
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KickstarterZAUM00**
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1. KickstarterTo start the engine, fold out the
kickstarter lever, move it down lightly
with your foot until the gears engage,
and then push it down smoothly but
forcefully.

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Storage compartmentZAUM00**
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1. Storage compartmentThe storage compartment is located
under the seat. (See page 3-10.)
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WARNING
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Do not exceed the load limit of 5
kg (11 lb) for the storage com-
partment.
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Do not exceed the maximum
load of 177 kg (390 lb) for the ve-
hicle.
Storage compar tment
When storing the owner’s manual or
other documents in the storage compart-
ment, be sure to wrap them in a plastic
bag so that they will not get wet. When
washing the vehicle, be careful not to
let any water enter the storage compart-
ment.
EWAT1060
WARNING
The lid of the storage compartment
is not a seat. Never sit or carry a pas-
senger on this lid.
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1. Storage compartment lid
helmet may hit objects, causing
loss of control and possibly an
accident.
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To release the helmet from the
helmet holder
1. Open the seat, pull the helmet
holder up and remove the helmet
from the helmet holder, and then
push the helmet holder down.
2. Securely close the seat.

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Luggage hookZAUM00**
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1. Luggage hook
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WARNING
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Do not exceed the load limit of
1.0 kg (2.2 lb) for the luggage
hook.
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Do not exceed the maximum
load of 177 kg (390 lb) for the ve-
hicle.
The luggage hook is located under the
seat. (See page 3-10.) Luggage hook

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FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
EWA11151
WARNING
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage. Do
not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this
manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:

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Pre-operation check listPre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.3-5, 3-7
~3-8
Engine oil• Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-7
Final transmission oil• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-9
Coolant• Check coolant level in reservoir
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage.6-10
Front brake• Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.6-14
~6-15
Rear brake• Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.6-14~6-15
Throttle grip• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check cable free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-16
Wheels and tires• Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.6-12~6-14
Brake levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-16