brake YAMAHA TZR50 2003 Owners Manual

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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Right view
DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
7 Passenger handle
8 Rear shock absorber
9 Seat (page 3-7)10 Battery/Fuse box (page 6-19)
11 Radiator
12 Rear brake pedal (page 3-5)
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Controls and instruments
DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
13 Clutch lever (page 3-4)
14 Left handlebar switch (page 3-3)
15 Controls and instruments (page 3-2)
16 Main switch/Steering lock (page 3-1)17 Front brake lever (page 3-4)
18 Right handlebar switch (page 3-3)
19 Throttle grip (page 6-9)
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15
16
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Start switch “START”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
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CAUTION
See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
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Clutch lever
1. Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the hand-
lebar grip. To engage the clutch, rele-
ase the lever. The lever should be
pulled rapidly and released slowly for
smooth clutch operation.The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the
ignition circuit cut-off system. (See
page 3-8.)
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Shift pedal
1. Shift pedal
The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 6-speed
constant-mesh transmission equip-
ped on this motorcycle.
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Brake lever
1. Brake lever
The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front bra-
ke, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
1
1
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Brake pedal
1. Brake pedal
The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear bra-
ke, press down on the brake pedal.
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Fuel tank cap
1. Key over
2. Open
To remove the fuel tank cap
Insert the key into the lock and 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. Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, and then
remove it.
NOTE:
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 loc-
ked.
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WARNING
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding.
1. Filling tube
2. Fuel level
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Your Yamaha engine has been desig-
ned to use regular unleaded gasoline
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.
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE
ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
13,8 L (3.03 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2,2 L (0.48 Imp.gal)
3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
1
1 22
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Pre-operation check list
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
4
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Fuel• Refuel if necessary.3-5
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check oil level in oil tank.
2-stroke engine oil• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 3-6
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
Transmission oil• Check oil level in transmission case.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.6-6
• Check coolant level in reservoir.
Coolant• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-8
• Check cooling system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
Front brake• Check brake pads for wear. 6-14
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Rear brake• Replace if necessary. 6-14
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Check operation.
Clutch• Lubricate cable if necessary.
6-12
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
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ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Throttle grip• Check cable free play.
6-9
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and
lubricate cable and grip housing.
Control cables• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-17
• Check chain slack.
Drive chain• Adjust if necessary.
6-16
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary.
• Check for damage.
Wheels and tires• Check tire condition and tread depth.
6-10
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
Brake and clutch levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-18
Sidestand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-18
Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation.
and switches• Correct if necessary.—
Engine stop switch• Check operation.3-3
Sidestand switch• Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.3-8
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-3
4
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
NOTE:
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed
instead.
From 30000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6000 km.
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and
technical skills.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-2
6
ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km) ANNUAL
NOITEM CHEK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1 6 12 18 24CHECK
1*Fuel lineCheck fuel and vacuum hoses for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
2Spark plugReplace.√√√√ √
3Air filter elementClean.√√Replace.√√
4ClutchCheck operation.
Adjust.√√ √ √√
5*Front brakeCheck operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.√√ √ √√ √Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
6*Rear brakeCheck operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.√√ √ √√ √Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
7*Brake hoseCheck for cracks or damage.√√√√ √Replace.Every 4 years
8*WheelsCheck runout and for damage.√√√√
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ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km) ANNUAL
NOITEM CHEK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1 6 12 18 24CHECK
22 *Cooling systemCheck coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.√√√√ √Change.Every 3 years
23 *Air filter elementClean.√√
Replace.√√
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-4
6
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NOTE:
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the bra-
ke fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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1. Depth
2. Side face
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before
each ride. If the center tread depth
reaches the specified limit, if the tire
has a nail or glass fragments in it, or if
the sidewall is cracked, have a Yama-
ha dealer replace the tire immediately.
NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always
comply with the local regulations.
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WARNING
Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
vehicle with excessively worn
tires decreases riding stability
and can lead to loss of control.
The replacement of all wheel
and brake related parts, inclu-
ding the tires, should be left to
a Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional know-
ledge and experience.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with cast
wheels and tubeless tires with valves.
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WARNING
The front and rear tires should
be of the same make and
design, otherwise the handling
characteristics of the motorcy-
cle cannot be guaranteed.
After extensive tests, only the
tires listed below have been
approved for this model by
Yamaha Motor España, S.A.
Always make sure that the val-
ve caps are securely installed
to prevent air pressure leaka-
ge.
Use only the tire valves and val-
ve cores listed below to avoid
tire deflation during a high-
speed ride.
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WARNING
This motorcycle is fitted with
super-high-speed tires. Note the
following points in order to make
the most efficient use of these tires.
Use only the specified replace-
ment tires. Other tires may run
the danger of bursting at super
high speeds.
Front tire:
Size:
100/80-17
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI
Rear tire:
Size:
130/70-17
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI
Minimum tire tread depth (front
and rear):
1.6 mm (0.06 in)
6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-11
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