fuel cap YAMAHA PW50 2014 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT
LABELS..............................................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ...................2-1
DESCRIPTION ...................................3-1
Left view ..........................................3-1
Right view ........................................3-2
Controls and instruments ................3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................4-1
Handlebar switch ............................4-1
Speed limiter and power reduction plate .............................................4-1
Front brake lever .............................4-2
Rear brake lever ..............................4-3
Fuel tank cap ...................................4-3
Fuel ..................................................4-3
Fuel tank breather hose...................4-5
2-stroke engine oil ...........................4-6
Fuel cock .........................................4-6
Starter (choke) lever .......................4-7
Kickstarter .......................................4-7
Seat .................................................4-7
Cable lock (for Europe) ....................4-8 FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
............. 5-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................ 6-1
Starting and warming up a cold engine .......................................... 6-1
Starting a warm engine................... 6-1
Starting off ...................................... 6-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 6-2
Braking............................................ 6-2
Engine break-in............................... 6-3
Parking ............................................ 6-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT .................................. 7-1
Owner’s tool kit............................... 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 7-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 7-4
Checking the spark plug................. 7-6
Removing the power reduction plate............................................. 7-7
Transmission oil .............................. 7-8
Middle and final gear cases ............ 7-9
Cleaning the air filter element ......... 7-9
Cleaning the spark arrester .......... 7-10
Adjusting the carburetor ............... 7-11
Adjusting the engine idling speed......................................... 7-11 Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 7-12
Tires .............................................. 7-12
Panel wheels ................................. 7-14
Adjusting the front and rear brake lever free play ............................ 7-14
Checking the front and rear brake shoes ......................................... 7-15
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 7-16
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 7-16
Adjusting the Autolube pump ....... 7-16
Lubricating the front and rear brake levers ............................... 7-17
Checking and lubricating the centerstand ................................ 7-17
Checking the front fork ................. 7-17
Checking the steering ................... 7-18
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 7-18
Front wheel ................................... 7-19
Rear wheel .................................... 7-20
Troubleshooting ............................ 7-23
Troubleshooting chart ................... 7-24
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE .......................................... 8-1
Matte color caution ......................... 8-1
Care................................................. 8-1
Storage............................................ 8-3
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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products or having other modifications
performed to your vehicle that change
any of the vehicle’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and others
at greater risk of serious injury or
death. You are responsible for injuries
related to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.
 Never install accessories that
would impair the performance of
your motorcycle. Carefully inspect
the accessory before using it to
make sure that it does not in any
way reduce ground clearance or
cornering clearance, limit suspen-
sion travel, steering travel or con-
trol operation.
• Accessories fitted to the han- dlebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improp-
er weight distribution. If acces-
sories are added to the
handlebar or front fork area,
they must be as lightweight as
possible and should be kept to
a minimum. • Bulky or large accessories may
seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle. Wind may at-
tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become
unstable in cross winds.
• Certain accessories can dis- place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the
freedom of movement of the
operator and may limit control
ability, therefore, such accesso-
ries are not recommended.
 Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical ac-
cessories exceed the capacity of
the motorcycle’s electrical sys-
tem, an electric failure could re-
sult, which could cause a
dangerous loss of lights or engine
power.
Aftermarket Tires an d Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
motorcycle were designed to match
the performance capabilities and to
provide the best combination of han-
dling, braking, and comfort. Other tires, rims, sizes, and combinations
may not be appropriate. Refer to page
7-12 for tire specifications and more in-
formation on replacing your tires.
Transportin
g the Motorcycle
Be sure to observe following instruc-
tions before transporting the motorcy-
cle in another vehicle.  Remove all loose items from the
motorcycle.
 Check that the fuel cock is in the
“S” (stop) position and that there
are no fuel leaks.
 Point the front wheel straight
ahead on the trailer or in the truck
bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
vent movement.
 Shift the transmission in gear (for
models with a manual transmis-
sion).
 Secure the motorcycle with tie-
downs or suitable straps that are
attached to solid parts of the mo-
torcycle, such as the frame or up-
per front fork triple clamp (and not,
for example, to rubber-mounted
handlebars or turn signals, or
parts that could break). Choose
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DESCRIPTION
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EAU10431
Controls and instruments
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1. Rear brake lever (page 4-3)
2. Starter (choke) lever (page 4-7)
3. 2-stroke engine oil tank cap (page 4-6)
4. Engine stop switch (page 4-1)
5. Front brake lever (page 4-2)
6. Throttle grip (page 7-12)
7. Fuel tank cap (page 4-3)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU12952
Rear brake leverThe rear brake lever is located on the
left side of the handlebar. To apply the
rear brake, pull this lever toward the
handlebar grip.
EAU13183
Fuel tank capTo remove the fuel tank cap, turn it
counterclockwise, and then pull it off.
To install the fuel tank cap, insert it into
the tank opening, and then turn it
clockwise.
WARNING
EWA11092
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly close d after fillin g fuel.
Leakin g fuel is a fire hazar d.
EAU13213
FuelMake sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING
EWA10882
Gasoline an d g asoline vapors are
extremely flamma ble. To avoi d fires
an d explosions an d to re duce the
risk of injury when refuelin g, follow
these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the en- gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vi-
cinity of sparks, open flames, or
other sources of ignition such as
the pilot 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.
1. Rear brake lever
1
1. Fuel tank cap
1
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi- ately. NOTICE: Immediately
wipe off spille d fuel with a clean,
d ry, soft cloth, since fuel may
d eteriorate painte d surfaces or
plastic parts.
[ECA10072]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap.
WARNING
EWA15152
Gasoline is poisonous an d can
cause injury or d eath. Handle gaso-
line with care. Never siphon gasoline
b y mouth. If you shoul d swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas-
oline vapor, or get some g asoline in
your eyes, see your doctor imme di- ately. If g
asoline spills on your skin,
wash with soap an d water. If gaso-
line spills on your clothin g, chan ge
your clothes.
EAU41985
For Cana daNOTICE
ECA15591
Use only unlea ded g asoline. The use
of lead ed g asoline will cause severe
d amag e to internal en gine parts,
such as the piston rin gs as well as to
the exhaust system.Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use regular unleaded gaso-
line with a pump octane number
[(R+M)/2] of 86 or higher, or a research
octane number of 91 or higher. If
knocking (or pinging) occurs, use a
gasoline of a different brand or premi- um unleaded fuel. Use of unleaded fuel
will extend spark plug life and reduce
maintenance cost.
Gasohol
There are two types of gasohol: gaso-
hol containing ethanol and that con-
taining methanol. Gasohol containing
ethanol can be used if ethanol content
does not exceed 10% (E10). Gasohol
containing methanol is not recom-
mended by Yamaha because it can
cause damage to the fuel system or
vehicle performance problems.
For Europe
NOTICE
ECA15591
Use only unlea
ded g asoline. The use
of lead ed g asoline will cause severe
d amag e to internal en gine parts,
such as the piston rin gs as well as to
the exhaust system.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
2
1
Recommen
ded fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
2.0 L (0.53 US gal, 0.44 Imp.gal)
Recommen ded fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
2.0 L (0.53 US gal, 0.44 Imp.gal)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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4Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use regular unleaded gaso-
line with a research octane number of
95 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.
For Oceania an
d South Africa
NOTICE
ECA15591
Use only unlea ded g asoline. The use
of lead ed g asoline will cause severe
d amag e to internal en gine parts,
such as the piston rin gs as well as to
the exhaust system.Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use regular unleaded gaso-
line 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.
EAU13414
Fuel tank
breather hoseBefore operating the motorcycle:
 Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.
 Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if necessary.
 Make sure that the fuel tank
breather hose is not blocked, and
clean it if necessary.
Recommen ded fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
2.0 L (0.53 US gal, 0.44 Imp.gal)
1. Fuel tank breather hose
1
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EAU13454
2-stroke engine oilMake sure that there is sufficient 2-
stroke engine oil in the oil tank. Add the
recommended 2-stroke engine oil as
necessary.NOTICE
ECA16671
Make sure that the 2-stroke en gine
oil tank cap is properly installe d.
EAU40702
Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetor while filtering it
also.
The fuel cock has two positions:
S (stop)
With the lever in this position, fuel will
not flow. Always return the lever to this
position when the engine is not run-
ning. O (on)
With the lever in this position, fuel flows
to the carburetor. Normal riding is done
with the lever in this position.
1. 2-stroke engine oil tank cap
2. Minimum level markRecommen
ded oil:
See page 9-1.
Oil quantity: 0.30 L (0.32 US qt, 0.26 Imp.qt)
2 1
1. Arrow mark pointing to “S” (stop)
1
1. Arrow mark pointing to “O” (on)
1
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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NOTICE
ECA10801
Apply spray oil an d wax spar-
in gly an d make sure to wipe off
any excess.
 Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber an d plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitab le care
prod uct.
 Avoi d usin g a brasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.TIPConsult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
EAU40646
Stora geShort-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the mo-
torcycle.NOTICE
ECA10811
 Storin g the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilate d room or cover-
in g it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water an d humi d-
ity to seep in an d cause rust.
 To prevent corrosion, avoi d
d amp cellars, sta bles (b ecause
of the presence of ammonia)
an d areas where stron g chemi-
cals are stored .Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter. 2. For motorcycles equipped with a
fuel cock that has an “S” (stop)
position: Turn the fuel cock lever
to “S”.
3. Drain the carburetor float chamber by loosening the drain bolt; this
will prevent fuel deposits from
building up. Pour the drained fuel
into the fuel tank.
4. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
5. Perform the following steps to protect the cylinder, piston rings,
etc. from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:Overall length:1245 mm (49.0 in)
Overall width:
575 mm (22.6 in)
Overall height: 715 mm (28.1 in)
Seat height: 485 mm (19.1 in)
Wheelbase:
855 mm (33.7 in)
Ground clearance: 105 mm (4.13 in)
Minimum turning radius: 1300 mm (51.2 in)Wei ght:Curb weight:
39 kg (86 lb)
Technical permissible mass (Maximum load +
Curb weight): 64 kg (141 lb)Noise an d vi bration level:Noise level (77/311/EEC):
PW50 75.1 dB(A)@2750 r/min
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(CYP)(CZE)(DEU)(DNK)
(ESP)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(ITA)(NLD)
(NOR)(POL)(PRT)(SVK)(SVN)(SWE)(TUR)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008): PW50 Will not exceed 0.5 m/s²
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(CYP)(CZE)(DEU)(DNK)
(ESP)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(ITA)(NLD)
(NOR)(POL)(PRT)(SVK)(SVN)(SWE)(TUR) Vibration on handlebar (EN1032, ISO5008):
PW50 Will not exceed 2.5 m/s²
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(CYP)(CZE)(DEU)(DNK)
(ESP)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(ITA)(NLD)
(NOR)(POL)(PRT)(SVK)(SVN)(SWE)(TUR)
Engine:Engine type:
Air cooled 2-stroke
Cylinder arrangement: Single cylinder
Displacement: 49 cm³
Bore × stroke:
40.0 × 39.2 mm (1.57 × 1.54 in)
Compression ratio: 6.00 : 1
Starting system: Kickstarter
Lubrication system:
Separate lubrication (Yamaha autolube)Engine oil:Type:
YAMALUBE 2S or 2-stroke engine oil
(JASO FC grade) or (ISO EG-C or EG-D
grade)
Engine oil quantity: Quantity:
0.30 L (0.32 US qt, 0.26 Imp.qt)Transmission oil:Type:YAMALUBE 4 (10W-40) or SAE 10W-40
Oil change quantity:
0.30 L (0.32 US qt, 0.26 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:Wet elementFuel:Recommended fuel:Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity: 2.0 L (0.53 US gal, 0.44 Imp.gal)Car buretor:Type × quantity:
VM12SC x 1Spark plu g(s):Manufacturer/model:
PW50 NGK/BP4HS (ZAF)
PW50 NGK/BPR4HS
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(CYP)(CZE)(DEU)(DNK)
(ESP)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(ITA)(NLD)
(NOR)(POL)(PRT)(SVK)(SVN)(SWE)(TUR)
PW50E NGK/BPR4HS
PW50E1 NGK/BPR4HS
Manufacturer/model: PW50 DENSO/W14FP-L (ZAF)
Spark plug gap: 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, centrifugal automaticTransmission:Primary reduction ratio:
1.909 (63/33)
Final drive: Shaft
Secondary reduction ratio: 6.218 (19/15 x 54/11)
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INDEX
AAcceleration and deceleration ................ 6-2
Air filter element, cleaning ...................... 7-9
Autolube pump, adjusting .................... 7-16BBrake lever, front .................................... 4-2
Brake lever, rear ..................................... 4-3
Brake levers, lubricating ....................... 7-17
Brake shoes, checking ......................... 7-15
Braking ................................................... 6-2CCable lock (for Europe) ........................... 4-8
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-16
Carburetor, adjusting............................ 7-11
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Centerstand, checking and lubricating........................................... 7-17EEngine break-in ...................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 7-11
Engine oil ................................................ 4-6
Engine, starting a warm.......................... 6-1
Engine stop switch ................................. 4-1FFront and rear brake lever free play, adjusting ............................................. 7-14
Front fork, checking ............................. 7-17
Fuel ......................................................... 4-3
Fuel cock ................................................ 4-6
Fuel tank breather hose.......................... 4-5
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 4-3HHandlebar switch.................................... 4-1
IIdentification numbers ......................... 10-1KKickstarter .............................................. 4-7LLabels, location ...................................... 1-1MMaintenance and lubrication, periodic... 7-4
Maintenance, emission control system ................................................. 7-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 8-1
Middle and final gear cases ................... 7-9
Model label........................................... 10-1PParking ................................................... 6-4
Part locations ......................................... 3-1
Power reduction plate, removing ........... 7-7SSafety information .................................. 2-1
Seat ........................................................ 4-7
Spark arrester, cleaning ....................... 7-10
Spark plug, checking ............................. 7-6
Specifications......................................... 9-1
Speed limiter and power reduction plate ..................................................... 4-1
Starter (choke) lever ............................... 4-7
Starting and warming up a cold engine .................................................. 6-1
Starting off ............................................. 6-2
Steering, checking ............................... 7-18
Storage................................................... 8-3TThrottle grip and cable, checking and lubricating .......................................... 7-16 Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 7-12
Tires ...................................................... 7-12
Tool kit .................................................... 7-2
Transmission oil ...................................... 7-8
Troubleshooting .................................... 7-23
Troubleshooting chart........................... 7-24
VVehicle Emission Control Information
label (For Canada) .............................. 10-2
Vehicle identification number ............... 10-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 7-18
Wheel (front).......................................... 7-19
Wheel (rear)........................................... 7-20
Wheels .................................................. 7-14
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