YAMAHA TZR50 2003 Owners Manual

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TZR50
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the TZR50, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the
design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your TZR50. The owner’s manual
does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard your-
self and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have
any further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
INTRODUCTION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
CAUTION A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the motorcycle.
NOTE:A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTE:
This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain with it even if the
motorcycle is subsequently sold.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the
most current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your
motorcycle and this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dea-
ler.
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WARNINGFailure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcy-
cle.
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!t
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WARNING
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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TZR50
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2005 by YAMAHA MOTOR SPAIN S.A.
1st edition, January 2005
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
YAMAHA MOTOR SPAIN S.A.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Spain.
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SAFETY INFORMATION.....................1-1
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments .................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS........................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-1
Indicator lights ..................................3-1
Speedometer unit .............................3-2
Tachometer .......................................3-3
Handlebar switches ..........................3-3
Clucht lever .......................................3-4
Shift pedal.........................................3-4
Brake lever ........................................3-4
Brake pedal.......................................3-5
Fuel tank cap ....................................3-5
Catalytic converter............................3-6
2-stroke engine oil ............................3-6
Fuel cock ..........................................3-6
Starter (choke) lever..........................3-7
Seat...................................................3-7
Storage compartment.......................3-7
Sidestand ..........................................3-8
Ignition circuit cut-off system ...........3-8
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............4-1
Pre-operation check list....................4-2OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................5-1
Starting a cold engine ......................5-1
Shifting ..............................................5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption..5-2
Engine break-in.................................5-3
Parking ..............................................5-3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR RAPAIR...................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ..................................................6-2
Removing and installing cowlings ....6-5
Checking the spark plug ..................6-6
Transmission oil ................................6-6
To check the coolant level ................6-8
Adjusting the carburetor ...................6-9
Adjusting the engine idling speed ....6-9
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ..6-9
Tires ................................................6-10
Cast wheels ....................................6-12
Adjusting the clucth lever free play 6-12
Adjusting the brake pedal position
and free play................................6-13
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ..........................................6-13
Front brake pads ............................6-14
Rear brake pads .............................6-14
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-14
Changing the brake fluid ................6-15Drive Chain slack ............................6-16
Checking and lubricating the
cables ..........................................6-17
Checking and lubricating the brake
and shift pedals ...........................6-17
Checking and lubricating the brake
and cluctch levers .......................6-18
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .....................................6-18
Checking the front fork ...................6-18
Checking the steering.....................6-19
Checking the wheel bearings .........6-19
Battery ............................................6-19
Replacing the fuse ..........................6-20
Replacing the headlight bulb..........6-21
Replacing a turn signal light bulb
or the tail/brake light bulb ...........6-21
Replacing the license plate light
bulb .............................................6-22
Supporting the mortorcycle ............6-22
Troubleshooting ..............................6-23
Troubleshooting charts ...................6-24
Engine overheating .........................6-25
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE............................................7-1
Care ..................................................7-1
Storage ...........................................7-2
SPECIFITACIONS...............................8-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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CONSUMER INFORMATION.............9-1
Identification numbers ......................9-1
Frame serial number .........................9-1
Key identification number .................9-1
Model label .......................................9-2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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MOTORCYCLES ARE SINGLE
TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE
AND OPERATION ARE DEPENDENT
UPON THE USE OF PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE
EXPERTISE OF THE OPERATOR.
EVERY OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW
THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS
BEFORE RIDING THIS MOTORCY-
CLE.
HE OR SHE SHOULD:
OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUC-
TIONS FROM A COMPETENT
SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF
MOTORCYCLE OPERATION.
OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND
MAINTENANCE REQUIRE-
MENTS IN THE OWNER’S
MANUAL.
OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING
IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES.
OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECH-
NICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED
BY THE OWNER’S MANUAL
AND/OR WHEN MADE NECES-
SARY BY MECHANICAL CONDI-
TIONS.
Safe riding
Always make pre-operation
checks. Careful checks may help
prevent an accident.
This motorcycle is designed to
carry the operator and a passen-
ger.
The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize motorcycles in
traffic is the predominating cause
of automobile/motorcycle acci-
dents. Many accidents have
been caused by an automobile
driver who did not see the
motorcycle. Making yourself
conspicuous appears to be very
effective in reducing the chance
of this type of accident.Therefore:
• Wear a brightly colored jacket.
• Use extra caution when appro-
aching and passing through
intersections, since intersec-
tions are the most likely places
for motorcycle accidents to
occur.
• Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in anot-
her motorist’s blind spot.
Many motorcycle accidents
involve inexperienced operators.
In fact, many operators who have
been involved in accidents do not
even have a current motorcycle
license.
• Make sure that you are quali-
fied and that you only lend your
motorcycle to other qualified
operators.
• Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
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• We recommend that you prac-
tice riding your motorcycle
where there is no traffic until
you have become thoroughly
familiar with the motorcycle
and all of its controls.
Many motorcycle accidents have
been caused by error of the
motorcycle operator. A typical
error made by the operator is
veering wide on a turn due to
EXCESSIVE SPEED or undercor-
nering (insufficient lean angle for
the speed).
• Always obey the speed limit
and never travel faster than
warranted by road and traffic
conditions.
• Always signal before turning or
changing lanes. Make sure that
other motorists can see you.
The posture of the operator and
passenger is important for proper
control.• The operator should keep both
hands on the handlebar and
both feet on the operator foo-
trests during operation to
maintain control of the
motorcycle.
• The passenger should always
hold onto the operator, seat
strap, or grab bar, if equipped,
with both hands and keep both
feet on the passenger foo-
trests.
• Never carry a passenger
unless he or she can firmly pla-
ce both feet on the passenger
footrests.
Never ride under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
This motorcycle is designed for
on-road use only, therefore, it is
not suitable for off-road use.
Protective apparel
The majority of fatalities from
motorcycle accidents are the result of
head injuries. The use of a safety hel-
met is the single most critical factor in
the prevention or reduction of head
injuries.
Always wear an approved hel-
met.
Wear a face shield or goggles.
Wind in your unprotected eyes
could contribute to an impair-
ment of vision which could delay
seeing a hazard.
The use of a jacket, heavy boots,
trousers, gloves, etc., is effective
in preventing or reducing abra-
sions or lacerations.
Never wear loose-fitting clothes,
otherwise they could catch on
the control levers, footrests, or
wheels and cause injury or an
accident.
Never touch the engine or
exhaust system during or after
operation. They become very hot
and can cause burns. Always
wear protective clothing that
covers your legs, ankles, and
feet.
Passengers should also observe
the precautions mentioned abo-
ve.
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