lock YAMAHA TZR50 2012 Owners Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION .....................1-1
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1Left view ...........................................3-1
Right view .........................................3-1
Controls and instruments .................3-1
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 ......................................3-5
Dimmer switch .................................3-5
Turn signal switch ............................3-5
Horn switch .....................................3-5
Engine stop switch ..........................3-5
Start switch ......................................3-5
Clutch lever .......................................3-5
Shift pedal.........................................3-6
Brake lever ........................................3-6
Brake pedal.......................................3-6
Fuel tank cap ....................................3-7 Fuel ...................................................3-8
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose .....3-9
Catalytic converter............................3-9
2-stroke engine oil ..........................3-10
Fuel cock ........................................3-11
Starter (choke) lever ......................3-12
Seat.................................................3-12
Anti-theft device housing................3-13
Rear view mirrors ............................3-13
Sidestand ........................................3-14
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-14
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...............4-1
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 .........6-3 General maintenance and
lubrication chart ............................6-4
Removing and installing cowlings and panels .....................................6-8
Checking the spark plug ................6-11
Transmission oil ..............................6-13
Coolant ...........................................6-14
Air filter element ..............................6-17
Adjusting the carburetor .................6-17
Adjusting the engine idling speed..........................................6-18
Adjusting the throttle grip free play .......................................6-18
Tires ................................................6-19
Cast wheels ....................................6-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free play .......................................6-21
Checking the front brake lever free play .......................................6-22
Adjusting the brake pedal free play .......................................6-22
Adjusting the shift pedal position ...6-22
Brake light switches .......................6-23
Checking the front and rear brake pads ..................................6-23
Checking the brake fluid level ........6-24
Changing the brake fluid ................6-25
Drive chain slack.............................6-25
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ............................................6-27
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Left view
DESCRIPTION
2-1
2
1. Air filter (page 6-17)
2. Fuel cock lever (page 3-11)
3. Seat lock (page 3-12)
4. Grab bar (page 3-12)
5. Sidestand (page 3-14)
6. Shift pedal (page 3-6)
7. Coolant reservoir (page 6-14)
8. Front brake pads (page 6-23)9. Coolant reservoir cap (page 6-14)
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Controls and instruments
DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
1. Clutch lever (page 3-5)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-4)
3. Starter (choke) lever (page 3-12)
4. Tachometer (page 3-4)
5. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
6. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-4)
8. Throttle grip (page 6-18)9. Front brake lever (page 3-6)
10 . Fuel tank cap (page 3-7)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-1
3
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock con-
trols the ignition and lighting systems,
and is used to lock the steering. The
various positions are described
below.
EAU10640
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
TIP
The headlight, meter lighting and tai-
llight come on automatically when the
engine is started.
EAU10661
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
EWA10061
Never turn the key to “ ” or “ ”
while the vehicle is moving. Other-
wise the electrical systems will be
switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
EAU10683
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be
removed.T
o lock the steering
1. Push
2. Turn
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “ ” position, and then turn it to
“ ” while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
WARNING
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To unlock the steering
1. Push
2. Turn
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“ ” while still pushing it.
EAU11004
Indicator and warning lights
1. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
2. Oil level warning light “ ”
3. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
4. Neutral indicator light “ ”
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
EAU11020
Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
EAU11060
Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when
the transmission is in the neutral posi-
tion.
EAUM1062
Oil level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
key is in the “ ” position or if the oil
level in the 2-stroke engine oil tank is
low during operation. If the warning
light comes on during operation, stop
immediately and fill the oil tank with
2-stroke engine oil of either JASO
grade “FC” or ISO grades “EG-C” or
“EG-D”. The warning light should go
off after the 2-stroke engine oil tank
has been refilled.
TIP
If the warning light does not come on
when the key is in the “ ” position or
does not go off after the 2-stroke
engine oil tank has been refilled, have
an Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
ECA16291
Do not operate the vehicle until you
know that the engine oil level is suf-
ficient.
NOTICE
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3
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Fuel tank cap
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
2. Unlock
To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover,
insert the key into the lock, and then
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will
be released and the fuel tank cap can
be opened.
1. Lock
To close the fuel tank cap1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi- tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise to the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
TIP
The fuel tank cap cannot be closed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly closed and loc-
ked.
EWA11091
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed after filling fuel.
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
WARNING
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-7
3
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Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose
1. Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose
Before operating the motorcycle:
Check the fuel tank breather/
overflow hose connection.
Check the fuel tank
breather/overflow hose for
cracks or damage, and replace it
if damaged.
Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather/overflow hose is
not blocked, and clean it if
necessary.
Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather/overflow hose is
positioned inside of the clamp.
EAU13433
Catalytic converter
This model is equipped with a cataly-
tic converter in the exhaust system.
EWA10862
The exhaust system is hot after
operation. To prevent a fire hazard
or burns:
Do not park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
Park the vehicle in a place
where pedestrians or children
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down befo-
re doing any maintenance
work.
Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up of
heat.
ECA10701
Use only unleaded gasoline. The
use of leaded gasoline will cause
unrepairable damage to the cataly-
tic converter.
NOTICE
WARNING
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-9
3
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Starter (choke) lever “ ”
1. Starter (choke) lever
Starting a cold engine requires a
richer air-fuel mixture, which is sup-
plied by the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (a) to turn
on the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (b) to turn
off the starter (choke).
EAU13900
Seat
To remove the seat1. Insert the key into the seat lock, and then turn it as shown.
1. Seat lock
2. Open
2. Pull the seat off.
To install the seat 1. Insert the projection on the front of the seat into the seat holder as
shown.
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
2. Push the rear of the seat down tolock it in place.
3. Remove the key.
TIP
Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Anti-theft device housing
1. U-LOCK bar
The anti-theft device housing, located
in the storage compartment under the
seat, is designed to hold a genuine
Yamaha CYCLELOK. (See page 3-12
for seat opening and closing proce-
dures.) When placing a CYCLELOK in
the storage compartment, securely
fasten it with the straps. When the
CYCLELOK is not in the storage com-
partment, be sure to secure the
straps to prevent losing them.
TIP
Some U-LOCKS cannot fit into the
housing due to their size or shape.EAU39671
Rear view mirrors
The rear view mirrors of this vehicle
can be folded forward or backward
for parking in narrow spaces. Fold the
mirrors back to their original position
before riding.
EWA14371
Be sure to fold the rear view
mirrors back to their original posi-
tion before riding.
WARNING
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-13
3
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Adjusting the engine idling
speed
The engine idling speed must be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
The engine should be warm before
making this adjustment.1. Remove panel B. (See page 6-8).
2. Check the engine idling speed and, if necessary, adjust it to spe-
cification by turning the idle
adjusting screw. To increase the
engine idling speed, turn the
screw in direction (a). To decrea-
se the engine idling speed, turn
the screw in direction (b).
1. Idle adjusting screw
TIP
If the specified idling speed cannot be
obtained as described above, have a
Yamaha dealer make the adjustment.
3. Install the panel.
EAU21374
Adjusting the throttle grip
free play
1. Throttle grip free play
The throttle grip free play should mea-
sure 4.0-6.0 mm (0.16-0.24 in) as
shown. Periodically check the throttle
grip free play and, if necessary, adjust
it as follows.
TIP
The engine idling speed must be
correctly adjusted before checking
and adjusting the throttle grip free
play.
1. Loosen the locknut.
Engine idling speed:1250–1350 r/min
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-18
6
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