warning YAMAHA TZR50 2008 User Guide

EAU15591
The condition of a vehicle is the
owner’s responsibility. Vital compo-
nents can start to deteriorate quickly
and unexpectedly, even if the vehicle
remains unused (for example, as a
result of exposure to the elements).
Any damage, fluid leakage or loss of
tire air pressure could have serious
consequences. Therefore, it is very
important, in addition to a thorough
visual inspection, to check the follo-
wing points before each ride.
NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be
made each time the vehicle is used.
Such an inspection can be accom-
plished in a very short time; and the
added safety it assures is more than
worth the time involved.
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WARNING
If any item in the Pre-operation
check list is not working properly,
have it inspected and repaired
before operating the vehicle.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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WARNING
Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer
regarding any control or func-
tion that you do not thoroughly
understand.
Never start the engine or ope-
rate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of cons-
ciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised comple-
tely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss
of control.
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Starting a cold engine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
The transmission is in the neutral
position.
The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
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WARNING
Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system
according to the procedure
described on page 3-11.
Never ride with the sidestand
down.
1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
2. Turn the key to “
f” and make
sure that the engine stop switch
is set to “
f”.
3. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
NOTE:
When the transmission is in the neu-
tral position, the neutral indicator lightshould be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
4. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle.
(See page 3-8.)
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.
NOTE:
If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting attempt
should be as short as possible to pre-
serve the battery. Do not crank the
engine more than 10 seconds on any
one attempt.
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CAUTION:
The 2-stroke engine oil level war-
ning light should come on when the
start switch is pushed, and it
should go off when the start switch
is released. If the warning light flic-
kers or remains on after starting,
immediately stop the engine, and
then check the 2-stroke engine oil
level and the vehicle for oil leakage.
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If necessary, add 2-stroke engine
oil, and then check the warning
light again. If the warning light does
not come on when pushing the
start switch, or if it does not go off
after starting with sufficient 2-stro-
ke engine oil, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
6. After starting the engine, move
the starter (choke) back halfway.
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CAUTION:
For maximum engine life, never
accelerate hard when the engine is
cold!
7. When the engine is warm, turn
the starter (choke) off.
NOTE:
The engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off.
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Starting a warm engine
Follow the same procedure as for
starting a cold engine with the excep-
tion that the starter (choke) is not
required when the engine is warm.
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Shifting
1. Shift pedal
Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing
hills, etc.
The gear positions are shown in the
illustration.
NOTE:
To shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position, press the shift pedal
down repeatedly until it reaches the
end of its travel, and then slightly rai-
se it.
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500~1000 km (300~600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above
6.000 r/min.
Rev the engine freely through the
gears, but do not use full throttle at
any time.
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CAUTION:
After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation,
the transmission oil must be chan-
ged.
1000 km (600 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated nor-
mally.
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CAUTION:
Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.
If any engine trouble should
occur during the engine break-
in period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
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Parking
When parking, stop the engine, remo-
ve the key from the main switch, and
then turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”.
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Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedes-
trians or children are not likely
to touch them.
Do not park on a slope or on
soft ground, otherwise the
vehicle may overturn.
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CAUTION:
Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass or
other flammable materials.
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Safety is an obligation of the owner.
Periodic inspection, adjustment and
lubrication will keep your vehicle in
the safest and most efficient condi-
tion possible. The most important
points of inspection, adjustment, and
lubrication are explained on the follo-
wing pages.
The intervals given in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart
should be simply considered as a
general guide under normal riding
conditions. However, DEPENDING
ON THE WEATHER, TERRAIN, GEO-
GRAPHICAL LOCATION, AND INDIVI-
DUAL USE, THE MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS MAY NEED TO BE
SHORTENED.
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WARNING
If you are not familiar with mainte-
nance work, have a Yamaha dealer
do it for you.
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Owner’s tool kit
1. Owner’s tool kit
The owner’s tool kit is located inside
the storage compartment under the
seat. (See page 3-9.)
The service information included in
this manual and the tools provided in
the owner’s tool kit are intended to
assist you in the performance of pre-
ventive maintenance and minor
repairs. However, additional tools
such as a torque wrench may be
necessary to perform certain mainte-
nance work correctly.
NOTE:
If you do not have the tools or expe-
rience required for a particular job,
have a Yamaha dealer perform it for
you.
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WARNING
Modifications not approved by
Yamaha may cause loss of perfor-
mance and render the vehicle
unsafe for use. Consult a Yamaha
dealer before attempting any chan-
ges.
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2. Remove the oil check bolt, andthen check the oil level.
NOTE:
The oil should be at the brim of the
check hole.
3. If the oil is below the brim of thecheck hole, remove the oil filler
cap, add sufficient oil of the
recommended type to raise it to
the correct level, and then install
the oil filler cap.
4. Install the oil check bolt, and then tighten it to the specified torque.
To change the transmission oil 1. Place an oil pan under the trans- mission oil case to collect the
used oil.
2. Remove the drain bolt and the oil check bolt to drain the oil.
3. Install the drain bolt and the check bolt, and then tighten them
to the specified torque. 4. Remove the oil filler cap, add the
specified amount of the recom-
mended transmission oil, and
then install and tighten the oil
filler cap.
ECAM1020
CAUTION:
Make sure that no foreign material
enters the transmission case.
5. Start the engine and let it idle for several minutes while checking
the transmission oil case for oil
leakage. If oil is leaking, imme-
diately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
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Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the coo-
lant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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Changing the coolantEWA10380
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Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap when the engine is hot.
The coolant must be changed at the
intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
coolant.
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To check the coolant level 1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
Recommended transmission oil:See page 8-1.
Oil change quantity: 0.82 L (0.87 US qt) (0.72 Imp.qt)
Tightening torque:Transmission oil drain bolt:17.5 Nm (1.7 m•kgf, 12.7 ft•lbf)
Oil check bolt: 6 Nm (0.6 m•kgf, 4.3 ft•lbf)
Tightening torque:Oil check bolt: 6 Nm (0.6 m•kgf, 4.3 ft•lbf)6
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NOTE:
The coolant level must be chec-
ked on a cold engine since the
level varies with engine tempera-
ture.
Make sure that the vehicle is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A
slight tilt to the side can result in
a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.
NOTE:
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, open thereservoir cap, add coolant to the
maximum level mark, and then
close the reservoir cap.
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WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap when the engine is hot.
NOTE:
If the engine overheats, see page
6-33 for further instructions.
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To change the coolant
1. Place the vehicle on the centers-
tand and let the engine cool if
necessary.
2. Remove cowlings A and B. (See
page 6-5.)
3. Place a container under the engi-
ne to collect the used coolant.
1. Radiator cap
2. Coolant drain bolt
4. Remove the radiator cap.EWA10380
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WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap when the engine is hot.
5. Remove the coolant drain bolt to
drain the cooling system.
6. After the coolant is completely
drained, thoroughly flush the
cooling system with clean tap
water.
7. Install the coolant drain bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.
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Tires
To maximize the performance, durabi-
lity, and safe operation of your
motorcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be chec-
ked and, if necessary, adjusted befo-
re each ride.
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WARNING
The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperatu-
re of the tires equals the
ambient temperature).
The tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with
the riding speed and with the
total weight of rider, passenger,
cargo, and accessories appro-
ved for this model.EWA11020
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WARNING
Because loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking,
performance and safety characte-
ristics of your motorcycle, you
should keep the following precau-
tions in mind.
NEVER OVERLOAD THE
MOTORCYCLE! Operation of
an overloaded motorcycle may
result in tire damage, loss ofcontrol, or severe injury. Make
sure that the total weight of
rider, passenger, cargo, and
accessories does not exceed
the specified maximum load
for the vehicle.
Do not carry along loosely pac-
ked items, which can shift
during a ride.
Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
motorcycle and distribute the
weight evenly on both sides.
Adjust the suspension and tire
air pressure with regard to the
load.
Check the tire condition and air
pressure before each ride.
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Up to 90 kg (198 lb):
Front:
180 kPa (25 psi) (1.8 kgf/cm
2)
Rear:
200 kPa (28 psi) (2.0 kgf/cm
2)
90 kg (198 lb) to maximum load:
Front:
190 kPa (27 psi) (1.9 kgf/cm
2)
Rear:
230 kPa (33 psi) (2.3 kgf/cm
2)
Maximum load*:
196 kg (432.18 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger,
cargo and accessories
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Tire inspection
1. Tire tread depth
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.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with cast
wheels and tubeless tires.
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WARNING
The front and rear tires should
be of the same make and
design, otherwise the handling
characteristics of the vehicle
cannot be guaranteed.
After extensive tests, only the
tires listed below have been
approved for this model by
Yamaha Motor España, S.A.
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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.
Front tire:
Size:
100/80-17 MC 52 H
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli / SPORT DEMON
Continental/Conti-Twist SM
Rear tire:
Size:
130/70-17 M/C 62 H
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli / SPORT DEMON
Continental/Conti-Twist SM
Minimum tire tread depth (front
and rear):
1.6 mm (0.06 in)
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Checking the front brake
lever free play
1. Brake lever free play
The brake lever free play should mea-
sure 2~5 mm (0.08~0.20 in) as shown.
Periodically check the brake lever free
play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
dealer check the brake system.
EWA10640
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WARNING
An incorrect brake lever free play
indicates a hazardous condition in
the brake system. Do not operate
the motorcycle until the brake sys-
tem has been checked or repaired
by a Yamaha dealer.
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Adjusting the brake pedal
free play
1. Brake pedal free play
The brake pedal free play should
measure 10~15 mm (0.39~0.59 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake
pedal free play and, if necessary, have
a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
EWAM1010
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WARNING
You are hereby informed that any
attempt to change the engine or
any other part to increase the sco-
oter’s performance or power is
strictly forbidden by law.
Any change resulting in an
increase of the vehicle’s maxi-
mum speed or in an increase of
the engine’s capacity entails a
category classification shift
from scooter to light motorcy-
cle, with all the consequences
relating to the latter category,
compelling the owner to:
- proceed with a new certifica-
tion,
- have the vehicle registered,
- hold a driving license (pur-
suant to the new legislation).
In addition, you are informed that
such changes will bar you from
insurance coverage insofar as
insurance policies expressly stipu-
late that such technical changes
brought with a view to enhancing
performance are forbidden.
For the above-mentioned reasons,
any violation of the rules forbidding
personal or otherwise third-party
interventions is punishable by law
with penalties (including seizure of
the vehicle) to which, as the case
may be, penalties may be added
relating to the failure to wear a
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