brake fluid YAMAHA TZR50 2011 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 and warning lights .............3-2
Turn signal indicator light ................3-2
Neutral indicator light ......................3-2
Oil level warning light ......................3-2
Coolant temperature warning light ..3-3
Engine trouble warning light ............3-3
Speedometer unit .............................3-3
Tachometer .......................................3-4
Handlebar switches ..........................3-4
Pass switch ......................................3-4
Dimmer switch .................................3-4
Turn signal switch ............................3-4
Horn switch .....................................3-4
Engine stop switch ..........................3-5
Start switch ......................................3-5
Clutch lever .......................................3-5
Shift pedal.........................................3-5
Brake lever ........................................3-6
Brake pedal.......................................3-6
Fuel tank cap ....................................3-6
Fuel ...................................................3-7Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .....3-8
Catalytic converter............................3-9
2-stroke engine oil ............................3-9
Fuel cock ........................................3-10
Starter (choke) lever ......................3-11
Seat.................................................3-11
Anti-theft device housing................3-12
Rear view mirrors ............................3-12
Sidestand ........................................3-13
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-13
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...............4-1
Pre-operation check list....................4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ..................................5-1
Starting a cold engine ......................5-1
Starting a warm engine ....................5-2
Shifting ..............................................5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption..................................5-3
Engine break-in.................................5-3
Parking ..............................................5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ....................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ...............6-3General maintenance and lubrication
chart ..............................................6-4
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .....................................6-8
Checking the spark plug ................6-10
Transmission oil ..............................6-11
Coolant ...........................................6-13
Air filter element ..............................6-15
Adjusting the carburetor .................6-16
Adjusting the engine idling speed ..6-16
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ..............................................6-17
Tires ................................................6-17
Cast wheels ....................................6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ..............................................6-19
Checking the front brake lever free
play ..............................................6-20
Adjusting the brake pedal free
play ..............................................6-20
Adjusting the shift pedal position ...6-21
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ..........................................6-21
Checking the front and rear brake
pads.............................................6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-22
Changing the brake fluid ................6-23
Drive chain slack.............................6-24
Cleaning and lubricating the drive
chain ............................................6-25
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Right view
DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
1. Storage compartment (page 3-12)
2. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
3. Battery (page 6-30)
4. Fuse (page 6-31)
5. Oil tank cap (page 3-9)
6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-22)
7. Radiator (page 6-13)
8. Brake pedal (page 3-6)9. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-22)
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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4
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Fuel• Refuel if necessary.3-7
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check oil level in oil tank.
2-stroke engine oil• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 3-9
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
• Check coolant level in reservoir.
Coolant• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 6-13
• 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. 6-20 ~ 6-22
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the ins-
pection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
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Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment dama-
ge. Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures pro-
vided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
WARNING
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-3
4
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Rear brake• Replace if necessary. 6-21, 6-22
• 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.
6-19
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Throttle grip• Check cable free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable 6-17, 6-26
and grip housing.
Control cables• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-26
• Check chain slack.
Drive chain• Adjust if necessary.
• Check chain condition.6-24, 6-25
• Lubricate if necessary.
• Check for damage.
Wheels and tires• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.6-17, 6-19
• Correct if necessary.
Brake and shift pedals• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.6-27
Brake and clutch levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-27
Sidestand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-28
Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.—
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General maintenance and lubrication chart
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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6
ODOMETER READING
CHECK OR ANNUAL
NO. ITEM MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 kmCHECK
(600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi)
1*
Air filter element • Clean.
√√• Replace. √√
2 Clutch • Check operation.
• Adjust. √√ √ √ √
• Check operation, fluid level and
3* Front brake vehicle for fluid leakage. √√ √ √ √ √
• Replace brake pads.
Whenever worn to the limit
• Check operation, fluid level and
4* Rear brake vehicle for fluid leakage. √√ √ √ √ √
• Replace brake pads.
Whenever worn to the limit
5*Brake hoses • Check for cracks or damage.
√√√ √√• Replace. Every 4 years
6*Wheels • Check runout and for damage. √√√ √
• Check tread depth and for damage.
7* Tires • Replace if necessary. √√√ √√
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
8* Wheel bearings • Check bearing for looseness
or damage. √√√ √
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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TIP
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 th\
e bra- ke fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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disappeared, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the brake pads as a set.
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Rear brake pads
Each rear brake pad is provided with
a wear indicator groove, which allows
you to check the brake pad wear wit-
hout having to disassemble the brake.
Check the brake pad wear as follows.
1. Remove the brake caliper bolt,
and then tilt the caliper forward to
inspect the wear indicator groo-
ve. If a brake pad has worn to the
point that the wear indicator gro-
ove has almost disappeared,
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the brake pads as a set.
1. Brake caliper bolt1. Brake pad wear indicator groove
2. Install the brake caliper bolt, and
then tighten it to the specified
torque.
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Checking the brake fluid
level
Front brake
1. Minimum level mark
Rear brake
1. Minimum level
Tightening torque:
Brake caliper bolt:
30 Nm (3.0 m•kgf, 21.7 ft•lbf)
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Insufficient brake fluid may allow air
to enter the brake system, possibly
causing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake
fluid is above the minimum level mark
and replenish if necessary. A low bra-
ke fluid level may indicate worn brake
pads and/or brake system leakage. If
the brake fluid level is low, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and
the brake system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:
●When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the bra-
ke fluid reservoir is level.
●Use only the recommended qua-
lity brake fluid, otherwise the rub-
ber seals may deteriorate, cau-
sing leakage and poor braking
performance.
●Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performan-
ce.
●Be careful that water does not
enter the brake fluid reservoir
when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in vapor
lock.
●Brake fluid may deteriorate pain-
ted surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
●As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to
gradually go down. However, if
the brake fluid level goes down
suddenly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
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Changing the brake fluid
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the TIP after the periodic maintenan-
ce and lubrication chart. In addition,
have the oil seals of the master cylin-
ders and calipers as well as the brake
hoses replaced at the intervals listed
below or whenever they are damaged
or leaking.
●Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
●Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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water, diluted mild detergent
with water may be used. Be
sure to rinse off any detergent
residue using plenty of water,
as it is harmful to plastic parts.
●Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust
removers or inhibitors, brake
fluid, antifreeze or electrolyte.
●Do not use high-pressure was-
hers or steam-jet cleaners sin-
ce they cause water seepage
and deterioration in the follo-
wing areas: seals (of wheel and
swingarm bearings, fork and
brakes), electric components
(couplers, connectors, instru-
ments, switches and lights),
breather hoses and vents.
●For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or scrat-
ching. Some cleaning com-pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not lea-
ve any marks. If the windshield
is scratched, use a quality
plastic polishing compound
after washing.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottle-
brush for hard-to-reach areas. Stub-
born dirt and insects will come off
more easily if the area is covered with
a wet cloth for a few minutes before
cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on
roads during winter are extremely
corrosive in combination with water,
carry out the following steps aftereach ride in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads.
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Salt sprayed on roads in the winter
may remain well into spring.
1. Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
NOTICE: Do not use warm
water since it increases the
corrosive action of the salt.
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2. Apply a corrosion protection
spray on all metal, including
chrome- and nickel-plated, surfa-
ces to prevent corrosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a cha-
mois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain
and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally indu-
ced discoloring of stainless-steel
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle:
25.00 º
Trail:
90.0 mm (3.54 in)
Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
100/80 17 (52H)
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli / Sport Demon
Manufacturer/model:
Continental/Conti-Twist SM
Rear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
130/70 17 (62H)
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli / Sport Demon
Manufacturer/model:
Continental/Conti-Twist SM
Loading:Maximum load:
196 kg (432 lb)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
180 kPa (1.80 kgf/cm
2, 26 psi, 1.80 bar)Rear:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm
2, 29 psi, 2.00 bar)
Loading condition:
90–196 kg (198–432 lb)
Front:
190 kPa (1.90 kgf/cm
2, 28 psi, 1.90 bar)
Rear:
230 kPa (2.30 kgf/cm
2, 33 psi, 2.30 bar)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17 x MT2.75
Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17 x MT3.50
Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
108.0 mm (4.25 in)
Rear suspension:Type:
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
89.2 mm (3.51 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC. CDI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:Model:
GT4L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 3.0 Ah
Headlight:Bulb type:
Incandescence
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 25 W/25 W x 2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W x 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 16.0 W x 2
SPECIFICATIONS
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