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NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always
comply with the local regulations.
Tire information
This model is equipped with tubeless
tires.
EWA10470
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WARNING
Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
vehicle with excessively worn
tires decreases riding stability
and can lead to loss of control.
The replacement of all wheel
and brake related parts, inclu-ding the tires, should be left to
a Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional know-
ledge and experience.
EAU22100
Adjusting the brake lever
free play
a. Free play
The brake lever free play should mea-
sure 2 ~ 5 mm (0,08 ~ 0,20 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake
lever free play and, if necessary, have
a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
EWA10640
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WARNING
An incorrect brake lever free play
indicates a hazardous condition in
the brake system. Do not operatethe motorcycle until the brake sys-
tem has been checked or repaired
by a Yamaha dealer.
EAU22170
Adjusting the rear brake
lever free play
a. Free play
The brake lever free play should mea-
sure 5 ~ 10 mm (0,2 ~ 0,4 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake
lever free play and, if necessary,
adjust it as follows.
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Front tire:
Size:
110/70-12
Rear tire:
Size:
120/70-12 (Spain)
130/70-12
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DimensionsOverall length
1740 mm
Overall width
675 mm
Overall height
1065 mm
Seat height
770 mm
Wheelbase
1210 mm
Ground clearance
132 mm
WeightWith oil and fuel
CS50 80.5 kg
CS50Z 83.7 kg
EngineEngine type
CS50 Air cooled 2-stroke
CS50Z Liquid cooled 2-stroke
Cylinder arrangement
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement
49.2 cm3
Bore x stroke
40.0 x 39.2 mm
Compression ratio
CS50 10.20 :1
CS50Z 11.40 :1
Starting system
Electric starter and kickstarter
Lubrication system
Separate lubrication (Yamaha autolube)Type
YAMALUBE 2-cycle oil or 2-stroke engine
oil
Engine oil quantityQuantity
1.4 L
Transmission oilType
YAMALUBE 4 (10W30) or SAE10W30
type SE motor oil
Oil change quantity
0.10 L
Air filter element
Wet element
Fuel
Recommended fuel
Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity
5.5 L
CarburetorManufacturer
CS50 DELLORTO GURTNER
CS50Z DELLORTO
Type x quantity
CS50 PHVA 12 ZS/1 PY 12/1
CS50Z PHVA 12 ZS/1
Spark plug(s)Manufacturer/model
NGK/BR8HS
Spark plug gap
0.6-0.7 mm
Clutch type
Dry, centrifugal automatic
TransmissionPrimary reduction system
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio
52/13 (4.000)
Secondary reduction system
Spur gear
Secondary reduction ratio
CS50 42/13 (3.230)
CS50Z 43 x 13 (3.310)
Transmission type
Single speed automatic
Operation
Centrifugal automatic type
ChassisCaster angle
25.00 degree
Trail
80.0 mm
Front tireSize
110/70-12 47L
Rear tireSize
120/70-12 51L 130/70-12 56L
Maximum load
CS50 161 kg
CS50Z 158 kg
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires)
Front
175 kPa
Rear
200 kPa
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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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