2005 YAMAHA SLIDER 50 air filter

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DESCRIPTIONLeft view
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1. Rear brake lever (page 3-5)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-4)
3. Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
4. Luggage hook (page 3-8)
5. Main switch (page 3-1)6. Seat lock (page 3-8)
7. Final transmission oil filler cap (page 6-6)
8. Air filter element (page 6-7)
9. Kickstarter (page 3-8)
10. Front brake pads (page 6-12)
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ............ 6-2
Checking the spark plug ......................................... 6-5
Final transmission oil .............................................. 6-6
Cleaning the air filter element ................................. 6-7
Adjusting the carburetor .......................................... 6-8
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ....................... 6-8
Tires ........................................................................ 6-9
Cast wheels .......................................................... 6-11
Adjusting the front brake lever free play ............... 6-11
Adjusting the rear brake lever free play ................ 6-11
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ............................................ 6-12
Checking the brake fluid level ............................... 6-13
Changing the brake fluid ....................................... 6-14
Checking and lubricating the cables ..................... 6-14
6 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip
and cable .............................................................. 6-15
Lubricating the front and rear brake levers ........... 6-15
Checking and lubricating the centerstand ............. 6-15
Checking the front fork .......................................... 6-16
Checking the steering ........................................... 6-16
Checking the wheel bearings ................................ 6-17
Battery ................................................................... 6-17
Replacing the fuse ................................................ 6-19
Replacing a headlight bulb .................................... 6-20
Replacing a front turn signal light bulb .................. 6-21
Replacing a rear turn signal light bulb or
the tail/brake light bulb .......................................... 6-21
Troubleshooting .................................................... 6-21
Troubleshooting chart ........................................... 6-22

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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This scooter is designed for use on
paved roads only. If this scooter is
operated in abnormally dusty,
muddy or wet conditions, the air
filter element should be cleaned or
replaced more frequently, otherwise
rapid engine wear may result.
Consult a Yamaha dealer for propermaintenance intervals.
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Safety is an obligation of the owner.
Periodic inspection, adjustment and
lubrication will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition pos-
sible. The most important points of
scooter inspection, adjustment, and
lubrication are explained on the
following pages.
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If you are not familiar with scooter
maintenance work, have a Yamahadealer do it for you.
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Modifications not approved by
Yamaha may cause loss of perfor-
mance and render the vehicle unsafe
for use. Consult a Yamaha dealerbefore attempting any changes.
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chartNOTE :•
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed instead.
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From 30,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6,000 km.
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Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills.
1 * Fuel line•Check fuel hoses and vacuum hose for cracks or damage.√√√√ √2 Spark plug•Replace.√√√√ √3 Air filter element•Clean.√√
•Replace.√√
4 * Battery•Check electrolyte level and specific gravity.
√√√√ √•Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.
•Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
√√√√√ √
5 * Front brake(See NOTE on page 6-4.)
•Replace brake pads.Whenever worn to the limit
6 * Rear brake•Check operation and adjust brake lever freeplay.√√√√√ √
•Replace brake shoes.Whenever worn to the limit
7 * Brake hose•Check for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
•Replace. (See NOTE on page 6-4.)Every 4 years
8 * Wheels•Check runout and for damage.√√√√
ODOMETER READING (x 1,000 km)
NO. ItemCheck or maintenance job1
ANNUAL
CHECK
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6-4 20 * Front and rear
•Check operation.√√√√√ √
brake switches
21 Moving parts and cables•Lubricate.√√√√ √
22 * Throttle grip housing and•Check operation and free play.
cable•Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.√√√√ √
•Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.
23 * Lights, signals and•Check operation.
√√√√√ √
switches•Adjust headlight beam.
NO. Item
Check or maintenance job
ODOMETER READING (x 1,000 km)1ANNUAL
CHECK
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NOTE :•
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
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Hydraulic brake service•Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.•Every two years change the brake fluid.•Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.

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1. Air filter case cover1. Air filter element
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Cleaning the air filter elementThe air filter element should be cleaned
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Clean the air filter element more
frequently if you are riding in unusually
wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the air filter case cover
by removing the screws.2. Pull the air filter element out, clean
it with solvent, and then squeeze
the remaining solvent out.
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Use only a dedicated parts cleaning
solvent. To avoid the risk of fire or
explosion, do not use gasoline orsolvents with a low flash point.
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To avoid damaging the foam material,
handle it gently and carefully, and donot twist or wring it.3. Apply oil of the recommended
type to the entire surface of the
element, and then squeeze the
excess oil out.
NOTE :
The air filter element should be wet butnot dripping.
Recommended oil:
Engine oil
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Adjusting the carburetorThe carburetor is an important part of
the engine and requires very
sophisticated adjustment. Therefore, all
carburetor adjustments should be left
to a Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowledge and
experience.
aZAUM0051a. Throttle cable free play
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Adjusting the throttle cable
free playThe throttle cable free play should
measure 1.5 - 3.0 mm at the throttle
grip. Periodically check the throttle
cable free play and, if necessary, have
a Yamaha dealer adjust it. 4. Insert the element into the air filter
case.
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Make sure that the air filter
element is properly seated in
the air filter case.
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The engine should never be
operated without the air filter
element installed, otherwise the
piston(s) and/or cylinder(s)may become excessively worn.
5. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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8-1 Model EW50
Dimensions:
Overall length 1,785 mm
Overall width 668 mm
Overall height 1,077 mm
Seat height 787 mm
Wheelbase 1,202 mm
Minimum ground clearance 185 mm
Minimum turning radius 1,800 mm
Weight:
Wet (with oil and a full fuel tank) 81 kg
Engine:
Engine type Air cooled, 2strokes
Cylinder arrangement Single cylinder, vertical
Displacement 49.2 cc
Bore x stroke 40.0 x 39.2 mm
Compression ratio 11.2:1
Starting system type Electric and kick starter
Lubrication system Separate lubrication
(Autolube)
Engine oil:
Type Yamalube 2
or 2 strokes engine oil
Classification Jaso FC or ISO EG-C, EG-D
Capacity 1.3 LFinal transmission oil:
Type SAE 10W30 type SE
Capacity 0.11L
Air filter type:Wet type element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline
(RON 91 mini)
Fuel tank capacity 6.5 L
Carburetor:
Type/quantity TK ø12
Manufacturer TEIKEI
Spark plug:
Type / Manufacturer BR8HS / NGK or BR9HS/NGK
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 42/13 (3.230)
Transmission type V-belt automatic
Operation Centrifugal automatic type
Chassis:
Frame type Steel tube underbone
Caster angle 27°
Trail 90 mm
Specifications