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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3
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1. Storage compartment A
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Storage compartment A
There is a storage compartment under
the seat. (See page 3-9 for seat opening
and closing procedures.)
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•Do not exceed the load limit of 3.0
kg for the storage compartment.
•Do not exceed the maximum
load of 180 kg for the vehicle.
(Load is the totalweight of rider,
passenger, cargo and acces-
sories.)
EC000010
Keep the following points in mind
when using the storage compartment.
•Since the storage compartment
accumulates heat when
exposed to the sun, do not store
anything susceptible to heat
inside it.
•To avoid humidity from
spreading through the storage
compartment, wrap wet articles
in a plastic bag before storing
them in the compartment.
•Since the storage compartment
may get wet while the scooter
is being washed, wrap any arti-
cles stored in the compartment
in a plastic bag.
•Do not keep anything valuable
or breakable in the storage
compartment.To store a helmet in the storage
compartment, place the helmet upside-
down with the front facing forward.
NOTE :
•Some helmets cannot be stored
in the storage compartment
because of their size or shape.
•Do not leave your scooter
unattended with the seat open.
CAUTION:
WARNING
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6
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Tires
To maximize the performance,
durability, and safe operation of your
scooter, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
EW000082
•The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
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
approved for this model.
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3
4
ZAUM0053
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Load* Front Rear
Up to 90 kg*150 kPa
1.5 kgf/cm
2
1.5 bar150 kPa
1.5 kgf/cm
2
1.5 bar
90 kg ~
maximum*
150 kPa
1.5 kgf/cm2
1.5 bar170 kPa
1.7 kgf/cm
2
1.7 bar
Maximum load* 180 kg
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories
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a
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Adjusting the throttle cable
free play
The throttle cable free play should
measure 1.0 — 3.0 mm at the throttle
grip. Periodically check the throttle cable
free play and, if necessary, have a
Yamaha dealer adjust it.
a Throttle cable free play
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6 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 Yamaha dealer re-
place the tire immediately.
1
2
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1. Tread depth
2. Side wall
Tire information
This scooter is equipped with tubeless
tires.
Minimum tire tread depth
(front and rear)1.6 mm
NOTE :
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always comply
with the local regulations.
Front
Manufacturer Size Type
PIRELLIM 130/60-13M SL36
Rear
Manufacturer Size Type
MICHELINM 130/60-13M BOPPER
PIRELLIM 130/60-13M EVO 21
PIRELLIM 140/60-13M SL36
MICHELINM 140/60-13M BOPPER
PIRELLIM 140/60-13 M EVO 22
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EW000077
Because loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking, per-
formance and safety characteristics of
your scooter, you should keep the
following precautions in mind.
•NEVER OVERLOAD THE SCOO-
TER! Operation of an overloaded
scooter may result in tire damage,
loss of control, or severe injury.
Make sure that the total weight of
rider, cargo, and accessories
does not exceed the specified
maximum load for the vehicle.
•Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
•Securely pack the heaviest items
close to the center of the scooter
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.
WARNING
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SPECIFICATIONS
8
Specifications
Model YQ50
Dimensions:
Overall length 1.743 mm
Overall width 690 mm
Overall height 1.170 mm
Seat height 828 mm
Wheelbase 1.256 mm
Minimum ground clearance 185 mm
Minimum turning radius 1.800 mm
Basic weight:97 kg
(with oil and full fuel tank)
Engine:
Engine type Liquid cooled, 2 stroke
Cylinder arrangement Single cylinder, horizontal
Displacement 49.2 cc
Bore x stroke 40.0 x 39.2
Compression ratio 7.44:1
Starting system Electric and kick starter
Lubrication systemSeparate lubrication (Autolube)
Engine oil:
Type Yamalube 2
or 2 stroke engine oil
Recommended engine oil Jaso FC
classification or ISO EG-C, EG-D
Capacity 1.3 LFinal transmission oil:
Type SAE 10W30 type SE
Quantity 0.13L
Cooling system capacity:1.2L
(total amount)
Air filter type:Wet type element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline
(RON 91 mini)
Fuel tank capacity 7L
Carburetor:
Manufacturer DELL'ORTO
Model/quantity PHBN 12HS x1
Spark plug:
Manufacturer/Model NGK / BR8HS
Spark plug gap 0.5—0.7 mm
Clutch type:Dry, centrifugal automatic
Transmission:
Primary reduction system Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio 52/13 (4.000)
Secondary reduction system Spur gear
Secondary reduction ratio 43/14 (3.071)
Transmission type V-belt automatic
Operation Centrifugal automatic type
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SPECIFICATIONS
8
Chassis:
Frame type Steel tube underbone
Caster angle 27°
Trail 89.4 mm
Tires:
Front:
Type Tubeless
Size 130/60-13 53L TL
Manufacturer/ Model PIRELLI / SL36
PIRELLI / EVO 21
MICHELIN / BOPPER
Rear:
Type Tubeless
Size 140/60-13 57L TL
anufacturer/ Model PIRELLI / SL36
PIRELLI / EVO 22
MICHELIN / BOPPER
Maximum load* 180 kg
Tir air pressure
(mesured on cold tires):
Up to 90 kg
Front150 kpa
Rear 150 kpa
90kg—maximum*
Front150 kpa
Rear 170 kpa
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessoriesWheels:
Front
Type Cast wheel
Size 13 X MT 3.00
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 13 X MT 3.50
Brakes:
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Type brake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Left hand operation
Type brake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4
Suspension:
Front suspension Telescopic fork
Rear suspension Unit swing
Shock absorber:
Front fork type Coil spring/oil damper
Rear shock absorber Coil spring/oil damper
assembly type or Coil spring/Gas-oil damper
(Depends on model)
Wheel travel:
Front wheel travel 80 mm
Rear wheel travel 72 mm
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Conversion table
All specification data in this manual are listed in SI and
METRIC UNITS.
Use this table to convert METRIC unit values to IMPERIAL
unit values.
Example:
METRIC VALUE CONVERSION
FACTORIMPERIAL VALUE
2 mm 0.03937 = 0.08 in
Conversion table
METRIC SYSTEM TO IMPERIAL SYSTEM
Metric unit Conversion factor Imperial unit
Torquem•kgf
m•kgf
cm•kgf
cm•kgf
7.233 86.794 0.0723 0.8679ft•lbf
in•lbf
ft•lbf
in•lbf
Weightkg
g
2.205 0.03527lb
oz
Speed km/h
0.6214 mi/h
Distancekm
m
m
cm
mm
0.6214 3.281 1.094 0.3937 0.03937mi
ft
yd
in
in
Volume,
Capacitycc (cm3)
cc (cm3)
L (liter)
L (liter) 0.03527 0.06102 0.8799 0.2199oz (IMP liq.)
cu•in
qt (IMP liq.)
gal (IMP liq.)
Miscellaneouskg/mm
kgf/cm
2
C
55.997 14.2234 1.8 + 32 lb/in
psi (lbf/in
2)
F
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