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Controls and instruments
DESCRIPTION
2-3
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17. Rear brake lever (page 6-11)
18. Left handlebar switch (page 3-3)
19. Speedometer (page 3-2)
20. Turn signal indicator light (page 3-1)
21. High beam light (page 3-1)
22. Oil level warning light (page 3-1)
23. Coolant temperature warning light (page 3-1)
24. "TRIP" button (page 3-2)25. Fuel gauge (page 3-3)
26. Front brake lever (page 3-4 )
27. Right handlebar switch (page 3-3)
28. Turn signal switch (page 3-3)
29. Horn switch (page 3-3)
30. Main switch (page 3-1)
31. Coolant level gauge window (page 6-7)
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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.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied
with power, and the engine can be
started. The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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*
The 2-stroke engine oil level warning
light should come on. (See page 3-1.)
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be
removed.
T
o lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF”
position, and then turn it to
“LOCK” while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
T
o unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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WARNING
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is
moving, otherwise the electrical
systems will be switched off, which
may result in loss of control or an
accident. Make sure that the vehi-
cle is stopped before turning the
key to “OFF” or “LOCK”.
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Indicator lights
1. Turn signal indicator lights “b”
2. High beam indicator light “j”
3. Oil level warning light “z”
4. Coolant temperature warning light “y”
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Turn signal indicator lights “c” and
“d”
The corresponding indicator light flas-
hes when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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High beam indicator light “j”
This indicator light comes on when
the high beam of the headlight is swit-
ched on.
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2-stroke engine oil level warning
light “z”
This warning light comes on when the
2-stroke engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked according to the
following procedure.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
3. If the warning light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
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CAUTION
Do not operate the motorcycle until
you know that the 2-stroke engine
oil level is sufficient.
NOTE:
Even if the 2-stroke engine oil level is
sufficient, the warning light may flic-
ker when riding on a slope or during
sudden acceleration or deceleration,
but this is not a malfunction.
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Coolant temperature warning light
“y”
This warning light comes on when the
engine overheats. When this occurs,
stop the engine immediately and
allow the engine to cool.
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CAUTION
Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
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Speedometer unit
1. Speedometer unit
2. Fuel gauge
3. Clock
4. Odometer (TOTAL/TRIP)
5. “TRIP” button
The speedometer unit is equipped
with a speedometer, an odometer and
a tripmeter. The speedometer shows
riding speed. The odometer shows
the total distance traveled. The trip-
meter shows the distance traveled
since it was last set to zero.
Pushing the reset button switches the
display between the odometer mode
“TOTAL” and the tripmeter mode
“TRIP”. To reset the tripmeter, enter
the “TRIP” mode, and then hold down
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Kickstarter
1. Kickstarter
To start the engine, push the kickstar-
ter down lightly with your foot until the
gears engage, and then push it down
smoothly but forcefully.
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Seat
To open the seat
1. Place the scooter on the centers-
tand.
2. Insert the key into the main
switch, and then turn it counter-
clockwise.
NOTE:
Do not push inward when turning the
key.
3. Fold the seat up.
To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then
push it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key from the main
switch if the scooter will be left
unattended.
NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.
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Storage compartment
1. Storage compartment
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Storage compartment
There is a storage compartment
under the seat. (See page 3-6.)
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WARNING
Do not exceed the load limit of
3,5 kg (7,4 lb) for the storage
compartment.
Do not exceed the maximum
load of 158kg (348,4lb) CS50Z
or 161kg (355lb) CS50 for the
vehicle.
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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.
For safety, always start the
engine with the centerstand
down.
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Starting a cold engineECA10250
CAUTION
See page 5-2 for engine break-in
instructions prior to operating the
vehicle for the first time.
1. Turn the key to “*”, and when the
oil level warning light comes on,
turn it to “ON”.
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CAUTION
If the oil level warning light does
not come on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
2. Close the throttle completely.
3. While applying the front or rear
brake, start the engine by pus-
hing the start switch or by pus-
hing the kickstarter lever down.
NOTE:
If the engine fails to start by pushing
the start switch, release the switch,
wait a few seconds, and then try
again. Each starting attempt should
be as short as possible to preserve
the battery. Do not crank the engine
more than 5 seconds on any oneattempt. If the engine does not start
with the starter motor, try using the
kickstarter.
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CAUTION
For maximum engine life, never
accelerate hard when the engine is
cold!
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Starting off
NOTE:
Before starting off, allow the engine to
warm up.
1. While pulling the rear brake lever
with your left hand and holding
the grab bar with your right hand,
push the scooter off the centers-
tand.
2. Sit astride the seat, and then
adjust the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signal on.
4. Check for oncoming traffic, and
then slowly turn the throttle grip
(on the right) in order to take off.
5. Switch the turn signal off.
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Replacing the headlight bulb
or a front turn signal light
bulb
1. Headlight bulb
If a bulb burns out, replace it as
follows.
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CAUTION
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer perform this job.
Headlight bulb
1. Remove the front panel by remo-
ving the screws.
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WARNING
Headlight bulbs get very hot. The-
refore, keep flammable products
away from a lit headlight bulb, and
do not touch the bulb until it has
cooled down.
2. Remove the defective bulb from
the socket.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
4. Install the panel by installing the
screws.
5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
Front turn signal light bulb
1. Remove the front panel by remo-
ving the screws.
2. Remove the defective bulb from
the socket.3. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
4. Install the panel by installing the
screws.
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Replacing a turn signal light
bulb or the tail/brake light
bulb
1. Tail light bulb
1. Remove the lens by removing the
screws.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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1. Rear turn signal light bulb
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.
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CAUTION
Do not overtighten the screws,
otherwise the lens may break.
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Replacing the license plate
light bulb
1. License plate light
1. Remove the license plate light
unit by removing the screws.
2. Remove the socket (together
with the bulb) by pulling it out.
3. Remove the defective bulb by
pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit
by installing the screws.
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Battery
This model is equipped with a sealed-
type (MF) battery, which does not
require any maintenance. There is no
need to check the electrolyte or to
add distilled water.
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CAUTION
Never attempt to remove the bat-
tery cell seals, as this would per-
manently damage the battery.
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WARNING
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
sulfuric acid, which causes
severe burns. Avoid any con-
tact with skin, eyes or clothing
and always shield your eyes
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Front wheelRim size
MT 2.75X12
Rear wheelRim size
MT 3.00X12
Front brakeType
Single disc brake
Operation
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid
DOT 4
Rear brakeType
Drum brake
Operation
Left hand operation
Front suspensionType
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
70.0 mm
Rear suspensionType
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
60.0 mm
Electrical systemIgnition systemCDI
Charging system
Flywheel magneto
BatteryModel
GT4L-BS
Voltage, capacity
12 V, 4.0 Ah
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantityHeadlight
12 V, 35 W/35.0 W x 1
Tail/brake light
12 V, 21.0 W/5.0 W x 1
Front turn signal light
12 V, 16.0 W x 2
Rear turn signal light
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
Meter lighting
12 V, 1.2 W x 2
Oil level warning light
LED
Fuel level warning light
NONE
FusesMain fuse
7.5 A
Engine idle speed
1800-2200 r/min
Brake pad lining thickness-inner
4.0 mm
Limit
0.8 mm
Brake pad lining thickness-outer
4.0 mmLimit
0.8 mm
Front brake lever free play
2.0-5.0 mm
Rear brake lever free play
10.0-20.0 mm
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SPECIFICATIONS
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