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TT-R50EL

OWNER’S MANUAL

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UBEG10E0.book  Page 1  Friday, May 24, 2019  6:30 PM

Summary of Contents for TT-R50E 2020

Page 1: ...DIC183 OWNER S MANUAL TT R50EL BEG F8199 10 LIT 11626 33 26 TT R50E MOTORCYCLE Read this manual carefully before oper ating this vehicle...

Page 2: ...er reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequentl...

Page 3: ...nual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual If there is any question concerning this m...

Page 4: ...of the motorcycle at all times Parents should permit continued use only if they de termine that the child has the ability to operate the motorcycle safely Your motorcycle is equipped with an adjustab...

Page 5: ...tes a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the vehi cle or other property A TIP...

Page 6: ...spark arrester 7 10 Adjusting the carburetor 7 11 Adjusting the engine idling speed 7 12 Checking the throttle grip free play 7 13 Valve clearance 7 13 Tires 7 14 Spoke wheels 7 15 Adjusting the clut...

Page 7: ...nsumer information 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A 2020 AND LATER MODEL OFF ROAD MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY 10 3 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 10 5 Index 11 1 UBEG10E0...

Page 8: ...NEVER CARRY A PASSENGER You increase your risk of losing control if you carry a passenger NEVER OPERATE THIS VEHICLE ON PUBLIC ROADS You can collide with another vehicle if you operate this vehicle o...

Page 9: ...e to make sure it is in safe operating condition Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi cle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 5 1 for a list of pre operat...

Page 10: ...the engine Protective Apparel The majority of fatalities from motorcy cle accidents are the result of head in juries The use of a safety helmet is the single most critical factor in the pre vention or...

Page 11: ...o the motorcy cle as possible Securely pack your heaviest items as close to the center of the vehicle as possible and make sure to distribute the weight as evenly as possible on both sides of the moto...

Page 12: ...y must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of the motorcycle Wind may at tempt to lift the motorcycle or the mot...

Page 13: ...to solid parts of the mo torcycle such as the frame or up per front fork triple clamp and not for example to rubber mounted handlebars or turn signals or parts that could break Choose the location fo...

Page 14: ...1 2 3 4 5 7 6 1 Fuel cock page 4 7 2 Throttle stop screw page 7 12 3 Air filter element page 7 9 4 Fuse page 7 28 5 Battery page 7 27 6 Engine oil drain bolt page 7 7 7 Shift pedal page 4 3 UBEG10E0 b...

Page 15: ...ight view 4 6 5 3 2 1 1 Seat page 4 8 2 Fuel tank cap page 4 4 3 Spark plug cap page 7 6 4 Brake pedal page 4 4 5 Clutch adjusting screw page 7 16 6 Engine oil filler cap page 7 7 UBEG10E0 book Page 2...

Page 16: ...s and instruments 1 2 3 4 6 5 1 Engine stop switch page 4 1 2 Starter choke lever page 4 8 3 Main switch page 4 1 4 Brake lever page 4 3 5 Throttle grip page 7 13 6 Start switch page 4 1 UBEG10E0 book...

Page 17: ...s moving otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off which may result in loss of con trol or an accident EAU1234M Handlebar switches Left Right EAU12663 Engine stop switch Set this switch to...

Page 18: ...on a To decrease the maximum engine power available and the maximum speed of the motorcycle turn the adjusting screw in direction b 3 Tighten the locknut WARNING EWA14404 Improper adjustment of the sp...

Page 19: ...hift pedal is located on the left side of the motorcycle Neutral is at the bottom position EAU12892 Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar To apply the front brake p...

Page 20: ...3183 Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap turn it counterclockwise and then pull it off To install the fuel tank cap insert it into the tank opening and then turn it clockwise WARNING EWA11092 Ma...

Page 21: ...lastic parts ECA10072 4 Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap WARNING EWA15152 Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or death Handle gaso line with care Never siphon gasoline by mouth If yo...

Page 22: ...con tent does not exceed 10 E10 Gas ohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it can cause damage to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems EAU13414 Fuel tank breather ho...

Page 23: ...the engine is not run ning ON With the lever in this position fuel flows to the carburetor Normal riding is done with the lever in this position RES This indicates reserve If you run out of fuel while...

Page 24: ...b to turn off the starter choke EAU13962 Seat To remove the seat Remove the bolts and then pull the seat off To install the seat 1 Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the seat holders...

Page 25: ...tand cannot be properly moved up or does not stay up otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator resulting in a possible loss of control EAU68811 Starting circuit cut of...

Page 26: ...ssion into neutral 7 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden The neutral switch may not be working The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked b...

Page 27: ...oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 7 7 Front brake Check operation Lubricate cable if necessary Check lever free play Adjus...

Page 28: ...ng point if necessary 7 23 Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivot if necessary 7 24 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tightened Tighten if n...

Page 29: ...y to ON and make sure that the engine stop switch is set to 3 Shift the transmission into the neutral position WARNING EWA14411 Be sure to shift the transmission into neutral before starting the engin...

Page 30: ...s are shown in the il lustration TIP To shift the transmission into the neu tral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel NOTICE ECA15442 Even with the tra...

Page 31: ...tant to accustom the rider to the motorcycle during this time Please read the fol lowing information carefully Since the engine is brand new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 5 hours of...

Page 32: ...nce the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the v...

Page 33: ...maintain the vehi cle or performing maintenance ac tivities incorrectly may increase your risk of injury or death during service or while using the vehicle If you are not familiar with vehicle ser vic...

Page 34: ...he services relat ed to emissions control are grouped separately These services require specialized data knowledge and equipment Maintenance replace ment or repair of the emission control devices and...

Page 35: ...rk plug Check condition Adjust gap and clean 3 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clear ance when engine is cold 4 Air filter element Clean with solvent Replace if necessary 5 Crankcase breather s...

Page 36: ...ation Adjust brake pedal free play and replace brake shoes if nec essary 4 Wheels Check runout spoke tightness and for damage Tighten spokes if necessary 5 Tires Check tread depth and for damage Repla...

Page 37: ...soap based grease lightly 13 Sidestand pivot Check operation Apply lithium soap based grease lightly 14 Front fork Check operation and for oil leakage Replace if necessary 15 Shock absorber as sembly...

Page 38: ...ark plug 1 Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medium to light tan the ideal color when the vehi cle is ridden normally TIP If the spark plug shows a...

Page 39: ...oil must be changed at the intervals spec ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place the motorcycle on a level surface and hold it in an upright posi...

Page 40: ...ICE ECA11621 In order to prevent clutch slip page since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch do not mix any chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel speci fication of CD or oils of a high...

Page 41: ...mesh with solvent and then wipe the solvent off 4 Clean the sponge material with solvent and then squeeze the re maining solvent out WARNING Use only a dedicated parts cleaning solvent To avoid the r...

Page 42: ...EAU40422 Cleaning the spark arrester The spark arrester should be cleaned at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart WARNING EWA10981 Always let the exhaust system co...

Page 43: ...djustments should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the nec essary professional knowledge and ex perience The adjustment described in the following section however may be serviced by the owner as par...

Page 44: ...t 1000 2000 r min while occasionally revving it to 4000 5000 r min TIP The engine is warm when it quickly re sponds to the throttle 3 Check the engine idling speed and if necessary adjust it to specif...

Page 45: ...earance changes with use they must be checked and adjusted at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart Unadjusted valves can result in improper air fuel mixture engine noise and event...

Page 46: ...ach ride If the center tread depth reaches the specified limit if the tire has a nail or glass fragments in it or if the side wall is cracked have a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately Tire inf...

Page 47: ...result in damage to the motorcycle and injury to the rider EAU21945 Spoke wheels To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of the vehicle note the following points Check each wheel f...

Page 48: ...the clutch adjusting screw in direction a until resis tance is felt and then turn it 1 8 turn in direction b 4 Tighten the locknut to the speci fied torque TIP When tightening the locknut hold the clu...

Page 49: ...e play turn the brake lever free play adjusting nut at the brake shoe plate in direction a To decrease the brake lever free play turn the adjusting nut in direction b WARNING EWA10651 If proper adjust...

Page 50: ...ng nut at the brake rod in direction a To decrease the brake pedal free play turn the adjusting nut in direction b WARNING EWA14821 After adjusting the drive chain slack or removing and installing the...

Page 51: ...ntenance and lubrication chart Each brake is provid ed with a wear indicator which allows you to check the brake shoe wear with out having to disassemble the brake To check the brake shoe wear check t...

Page 52: ...correct adjust it as follows NOTICE Im proper drive chain slack will overload the engine as well as other vital parts of the motorcy cle and can lead to chain slip page or breakage To prevent this fro...

Page 53: ...or proper wheel alignment 4 Tighten the axle nut and both locknuts to the specified torques 5 Adjust the brake pedal free play See page 7 18 6 Make sure that the drive chain pullers are in the same po...

Page 54: ...in solvent 2 Spray Yamaha chain lubricant or other suitable chain lubricant on the entire chain making sure that all side plates and rollers have been sufficiently oiled EAU23098 Checking and lubrica...

Page 55: ...he cover is securely installed Even though the cover is installed correctly it does not completely protect the cable from wa ter entry Therefore use care not to pour water directly onto the cover or c...

Page 56: ...ould be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10732 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have...

Page 57: ...er tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion WARNING To avoid injury securely support the...

Page 58: ...the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10752 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for ward and backward If any free play can be felt have a Yamaha dealer...

Page 59: ...parks flames cigarettes etc away from the battery and pro vide sufficient ventilation when charging it in an enclosed space KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER IES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN To charge the batt...

Page 60: ...discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage EAU42026 Replacing the fuse The fuse is located inside the battery coupler If the fuse is blown replace it as fol lows 1 Turn the main switch to...

Page 61: ...f the fuse immediately blows again check for a loose connec tion and repair If none found have your Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU75190 Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped...

Page 62: ...ver 4 Remove the axle nut and washer 5 Pull the wheel axle out and then remove the wheel To install the front wheel 1 Lift the wheel up between the fork legs 2 Insert the wheel axle from the right sid...

Page 63: ...eck for proper fork operation EAU25081 Rear wheel EAU56734 To remove the rear wheel 1 Loosen the axle nut 2 Remove the brake pedal free play adjusting nut and then discon nect the brake rod from the b...

Page 64: ...ear wheel 1 Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket lift the rear wheel off the ground and then install the wheel by inserting the wheel axle togeth er with the drive chain puller from the righ...

Page 65: ...equire any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment parts Im...

Page 66: ...ons and have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery if necessary 2 Battery The battery is good 3 Ignition Wet Dry There is compression There is no compression The engine does not start Have a Yamaha deale...

Page 67: ...all appearance of a mo torcycle Frequent and proper care does not only comply with the terms of the warranty but it will also keep your motorcycle looking good extend its life and optimize its perform...

Page 68: ...orcycles equipped with a windshield Do not use strong cleaners or hard sponges as they will cause dulling or scratching Some cleaning compounds for plastic may leave scratches on the wind shield Test...

Page 69: ...8 Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it WARNING EWA14502 Contaminants on the brakes or tires can cause loss of control Make sure that there is no oil or wax on the tires If n...

Page 70: ...g and the fuel from deteriorating 5 Perform the following steps to protect the cylinder piston rings etc from corrosion a Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug b Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil in...

Page 71: ...ce and charge it once a month Do not store the battery in an ex cessively cold or warm place less than 0 C 30 F or more than 30 C 90 F For more information on storing the battery see page 7 27 TIP Mak...

Page 72: ...BE SAE viscosity grades 10W 40 10W 50 15W 40 20W 40 or 20W 50 Recommended engine oil grade API service SG type or higher JASO standard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 0 80 L 0 85 US qt 0 70 Imp qt F...

Page 73: ...Mechanical leading trailing drum brake Rear brake Type Mechanical leading trailing drum brake Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Rear suspension Type Swingarm Electrical system System voltage 12 V...

Page 74: ...IDENTIFICATION NUMBER EAU26401 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record this number in the space pro vided TIP The vehicle identif...

Page 75: ...w key EAU48271 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label is affixed at the location in the illustration This label shows specifica tions related to ex...

Page 76: ...other than those resulting from defects in material or workmanship which arise solely as a result of owner abuse and or lack of proper maintenance are not covered by this warranty WARRANTY TRANSFER To...

Page 77: ...nd collision damages and oil oil filters air filters spark plugs and brake shoes Q Is the warranty transferable to second owners A Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon re...

Page 78: ...ge limitations Coverage isn t limited to moving parts or the drivetrain like many other plans And Y E S covers manufacturing defects just like the warranty See the sample contract at your Yamaha deale...

Page 79: ...ed protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your VIN number and we ll be happy to help you get the Y E S c...

Page 80: ...itch 4 1 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 7 4 Maintenance emission control system 7 3 Matte color caution 8 1 P Parking 6 4 Part locations 3 1 S Safety information 2 1 Seat 4 8 Shifting 6 2 Shift...

Page 81: ...m right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha engin...

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