maintenance schedule YAMAHA PW50 2013 Owners Manual

INTRODUCTION
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha PW50/PW50D/PW50D1. This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast expe-
rience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of crafts-
manship 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 emissions 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.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur- rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this
manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.
WARNING
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This motorcycle is designed and manufactured for off-road use only. It is illegal to operate this motorcycle on any
public street, road or highway. Such use is prohibited by law. This motorcycle complies with almost all state off-
highway noise level and spark arrester laws and regulations. Please check your local riding laws and regulations
before operating this motorcycle.AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:●
Read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle. Make sure you understand all instructions.
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Pay close attention to the warning and notice labels on the motorcycle.
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Never operate a motorcycle without proper training or instruction.
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Weight of the rider should not exceed 25 kg (55 lb).
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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.
WARNING
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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:
ITEMCHECKS PAGE
Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.
Check fuel tank breather hose for obs
tructions, cracks or damage, and check
hose connection. 4-3, 4-5
2-stroke engine oil Check oil level in oil tank.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage. 4-6
Transmission oil Check oil level in transmission case.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
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Middle and final gear cases Check vehicle for grease leakage. 7-9
Front brake Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary. 7-14, 7-15
Rear brake Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.
7-14, 7-15
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