maintenance YAMAHA TT-R50E 2022 Owner's Guide

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7
EAU23285
Checkin g the steerin g
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Raise the front wheel off the ground. (See page 7-29.)
WARNING! To avoi d injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
EAU23292
Checkin g the wheel b earings
The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
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7
EAU40447
Battery
The battery is located under the seat.
(See page 4-8.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery coupler connection needs
to be checked to make sure that it is
securely connected.
WARNING
EWA10761
 Electrolyte is poisonous an d
d an gerous since it contains sul-
furic aci d, which causes severe
b urns. Avoi d any contact with
skin, eyes or clothin g an d al-
ways shiel d your eyes when
workin g near b atteries. In case
of contact, ad minister the fol-
lowin g FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty of water.
INTERNAL: Drink lar ge quan-
tities of water or milk an d im-
me diately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and seek prompt
me dical attention. 
Batteries pro duce explosive hy-
d ro gen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, ci garettes, etc.,
away from the battery an d pro-
vi de sufficient ventilation when
char gin g it in an enclosed
space.
 KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To char ge the b attery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quick-
ly if the vehicle is equipped with op-
tional electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16522
To char ge a VRLA (Valve Re gulate d
Lea d Aci d) battery, a special (con-
stant-volta ge) battery char ger is re-
quire d. Usin g a conventional battery
char ger will d amage the battery.
To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removin g the
b attery, be sure the key is
turne d to “OFF” b efore discon-
nectin g the coupler.
[ECA16323]
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully char-
ge it if necessary.
1. Battery
2. Battery coupler
12
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7 3. Fully charge the battery before
installation. NOTICE: When in-
stallin g the battery, be sure the
key is turne d to “OFF” before
connectin g the coupler.
[ECA16931]
NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the battery char ged .
Storin g a d ischar ged battery can
cause permanent b attery damag e.
EAU42026
Replacin g the fuse
The fuse is located inside the battery
coupler.
If the fuse is blown, replace it as fol-
lows.
1. Turn the main switch to the off po- sition.
2. Remove the seat. (See page 4-8.)
3. Remove the battery cover by re- moving the bolts.
4. Disconnect the battery coupler.
1. Battery coupler
2. Spare fuse
3. Fuse
1. Bolt
2. Battery
3. Battery cover
3
2
1
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7
5. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a hi gher ampera ge
ratin g than recommen ded to
avoi d causin g extensive dam-
a g e to the electrical system an d
possi bly a fire.
[EWA15132]
6. Connect the battery coupler.
7. Install the battery cover by install-
ing the bolts.
8. Install the seat.
9. Turn the main switch to the on po- sition.
10. Start the engine.
11. If the fuse immediately blows again, check for a loose connec-
tion and repair. If none found,
have your Yamaha dealer check
the vehicle.
EAU75190
Supportin g the motorcycle
Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, use a maintenance stand
when removing the front or rear wheel,
adjusting the chain or washing the ve-
hicle, etc.
Check that the motorcycle is in a stable
and level position before starting any
maintenance.
TIP
If a suitable maintenance stand is not
available, a strong wooden box can be
used instead.
1. Battery coupler
Specified fuse:
10.0 A
1
1. Maintenance stand (for off-road motorcycle)
1
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7
EAU24361
Front wheel
EAU56365
To remove the front wheel
1. Loosen the axle nut.
2. Place the motorcycle on a mainte- nance stand. WARNING! To
avoi d injury, securely support
the vehicle so there is no dan ger
of it fallin g over.
[EWA10752]
3. Disconnect the brake cable at the
wheel by removing the brake lever
free play adjusting nut at the brake
camshaft lever, then remove the
cable from the brake camshaft le-
ver. 4. Remove the axle nut and washer.
5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
To install the front wheel 1. Lift the wheel up between the fork legs.
2. Insert the wheel axle from the right side.
TIP
Make sure that the slot in the brake
shoe plate fits over the retainer on the
fork leg.
3. Install the washer and axle nut.
4. Take the motorcycle off the main-tenance stand and put the side-
stand down.
5. Tighten the axle nut to the speci- fied torque.
1. Axle nut
2. Washer
1. Brake cable
2. Brake camshaft lever
3. Brake lever free play adjusting nut
21
1
3
2
1. Wheel axle
1. Slot
2. Retainer
1
1
2
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7
6. Connect the brake cable to the
brake camshaft lever, and then in-
stall the brake lever free play ad-
justing nut on the brake cable.
TIP
If the spring was removed, install it
onto the brake cable with its smaller di-
ameter end facing down.
7. Adjust the brake lever free play.(See page 7-17.)
8. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
EAU25081
Rear wheel
EAU56734
To remove the rear wheel1. Loosen the axle nut.
2. Remove the brake pedal free play adjusting nut, and then discon-
nect the brake rod from the brake
camshaft lever.
3. Fully loosen the locknut and drive chain slack adjusting nut on each
end of the swingarm.
Tightening torque:
Axle nut: 35 N·m (3.5 kgf·m, 26 lb·ft)
1. Brake cable
2. Spring
1
2
1. Axle nut
2. Washer
3. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
4. Locknut
5. Drive chain puller
1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
2. Brake rod
3. Brake camshaft lever
1
5
43
2
12
3
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7 4. Place the motorcycle on a mainte-
nance stand. WARNING! To
avoi d injury, securely support
the vehicle so there is no dan ger
of it fallin g over.
[EWA10752]
5. Remove the axle nut, washer and
the drive chain puller at the left
side, then pull the wheel axle out
together with the drive chain puller
from the right side.
6. Push the wheel forward, and then remove the drive chain from the
rear sprocket.
TIP
The drive chain does not need to be
disassembled in order to remove and
install the wheel.
7. Remove the wheel. To install the rear wheel
1. Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket, lift the rear wheel off the
ground, and then install the wheel
by inserting the wheel axle togeth-
er with the drive chain puller from
the right side.
TIP
Make sure that the slot in the brake
shoe plate fits over the retainer on the
swingarm.
2. Install the drive chain puller at theleft side, washer and axle nut.
3. Take the motorcycle off the main- tenance stand and put the side-
stand down.
4. Connect the brake rod to the brake camshaft lever, and then in-
stall the brake pedal free play ad-
justing nut onto the brake rod.
5. Check and adjust the drive chain slack. (See page 7-20.)
6. Adjust the brake pedal free play. (See page 7-18.)
1. Wheel axle
1
1. Slot
2. Retainer
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EAU25853
Trou bleshootin g
Although Yamaha motorcycles receive
a thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur
during operation. Any problem in the
fuel, compression, or ignition systems,
for example, can cause poor starting
and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting chart
represents a quick and easy procedure
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your motorcycle
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the motorcycle
properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look
like Yamaha parts, but they are often
inferior, have a shorter service life and
can lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWA15142
When checkin g the fuel system, d o
not smoke, an d make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, inclu din g pilot li ghts from water
heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
g asoline vapors can i gnite or ex-
plo de, causin g severe injury or prop-
erty damag e.
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EAU67940
Trou bleshootin g chart
1. FuelThere is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.Supply fuel.
Check the battery.
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The engine does not
start.
Check the battery.
The engine does not
start.
Check the ignition.
Wipe off with a dry
cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or
replace the spark
plug.
Check the battery
lead connections,
and have a Yamaha
dealer charge the
battery if necessary.
2. BatteryThe battery is good.
3. IgnitionWet
Dry
There is compression.
There is no
compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not
start.
Check the
compression.Have a Yamaha
dealer check the
vehicle.
Open the throttle
halfway and operate
the electric starter.
Remove the spark
plug and check
the electrodes.
Operate the electric
starter.
Check the fuel level
in the fuel tank.
Operate the electric
starter.
4. Compression
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Index
A
Air filter element, cleaning ...................... 7-9
B
Battery .................................................. 7-27
Brake lever .............................................. 4-3
Brake lever, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-23
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 7-17
Brake pedal............................................. 4-4
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-24
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ........... 7-18
Brake shoes, checking ......................... 7-19
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-22
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 7-11
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Clutch free play, adjusting .................... 7-16
D
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 7-22
Drive chain slack................................... 7-20
E
Engine break-in....................................... 6-4
Engine idling speed .............................. 7-12
Engine oil ................................................ 7-7
Engine serial number ............................ 10-1
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 6-2
Engine stop switch ................................. 4-1
F
Front fork, checking .............................. 7-25
Fuel ......................................................... 4-5
Fuel cock ................................................ 4-7
Fuel tank breather hose .......................... 4-6
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 4-4
Fuse, replacing ..................................... 7-28
H
Handlebar switches ................................ 4-1
I
Identification numbers .......................... 10-1
L
Labels, location....................................... 1-1
M
Main switch ............................................. 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 7-4
Maintenance, emission control
system .................................................. 7-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 8-1
P
Parking .................................................... 6-4
Part locations .......................................... 3-1
S
Safety defects, reporting (For CANADA customers) ......................................... 10-2
Safety information .................................. 2-1
Seat ........................................................ 4-8
Shifting ................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal .............................................. 4-3
Shift pedal, checking ............................ 7-19
Sidestand ............................................... 4-9
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 7-24
Spark arrester, cleaning ....................... 7-10
Spark plug, checking ............................. 7-6
Specifications ......................................... 9-1
Speed limiter .......................................... 4-2
Starter (choke) lever ............................... 4-8
Starting and warming up a cold engine .................................................. 6-1
Starting circuit cut-off system ................ 4-9
Start switch ............................................ 4-1
Steering, checking................................ 7-26
Storage ................................................... 8-4
Supporting the motorcycle................... 7-29
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 7-25
T
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating .......................................... 7-23
Throttle grip free play, checking........... 7-13
Tires ...................................................... 7-14
Troubleshooting ................................... 7-33
Troubleshooting chart .......................... 7-34
V
Valve clearance .................................... 7-13
Vehicle Emission Control Information label (For Canada) .............................. 10-1
Vehicle identification number ............... 10-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking .................... 7-26
Wheel (front) ......................................... 7-30
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 7-31
Wheels .................................................. 7-15
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