2006 YAMAHA TTR50 check oil

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STARTING AND OPERATION
STARTING AND OPERATION
CAUTION:
Prior to operating the machine, perform
steps listed in pre-operation check list.
WARNING
Never start your engine or let it run for any
length of time in a closed area. The exhaust
fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of
consciousness and death within a short
time. Always operate your machine in an
area with adequate ventilation.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
WARNING
Before starting the engine, be sure to shift
the transmission into neutral.
NOTE:
 This model is equipped with an ignition cir-
cuit cut-off system. In case of electric start-
ing, the engine can be started only when the
transmission is in neutral.
 If the engine fails to start by pushing the start
switch, release the switch, wait a few sec-
onds, and then try again. Each starting
attempt should be as short as possible to
preserve the battery. Do not crank the
engine more than 10 seconds on any one
attempt.
1. Turn the fuel cock to “ON ”.
2. Turn the main switch to “ON ”.
3. Shift the transmission into neutral.
4. Operate the starter (choke) and completely close the throttle grip.
5. Slide the “engine stop ” switch to the “”.
6. Start the engine by pushing the start switch.
7. After the engine starts, warm up for one or
two minutes. Make sure the stater (choke) is
returned to the original position before riding. STARTING A WARM ENGINE
To start a warm engine, refer to the
“START-
ING A COLD ENGINE ” section. The starter
(choke) should not be used. The throttle
should be opened slightly.
CAUTION:
See “Engine break-in Section ” prior to
operating engine for the first time.
WARMING UP
To get maximum engine life, always “warm-up ”
the engine before starting off. Never accelerate
hard with a cold engine! To see whether or not
the engine is warm, see if it responds to throttle
normally with the stater (choke) turned off.
WARNING
Before starting off, be sure to turn up or
remove the side stand.
Failure to retract the side stand completely
can result in a serious accident when you
try to turn a corner.
ENGINE BREAK-IN
Break-in is important to better fit the moving
and sliding parts as well as the installed parts.
It is also important to accustom the rider to the
machine better.
Avoid full-throttle run on a new machine for the
first 5 hours.
After the trial run, check for loose parts, oil
leakage and other problems.
Make full inspection and adjustment especially of
slack cables and drive chain and loose spokes.
CAUTION:
After the break-in period, check every fit-
ting and fastener for looseness.
If any loose is found, retighten it securely.

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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
EC300000
REGULAR INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
The following schedule is intended as a general guide to maintenance and lubrication. Bear in mind
that such factors as weather, terrain, geographical location, and individual usage will alter the
required maintenance and lubrication intervals. If you are a doubt as to what intervals to follow in
maintaining and lubricating your machine, consult your Yamaha dealer.
No. ITEM CHECKS AND
MAINTENANCE JOBS WHICH-
EVER
COMES
FIRST INITIAL EVERY
month 1 6 12
hours 30 60 120
1 * Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
Replace if necessary.
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2 Spark plug Check condition.
Adjust gap and clean.
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3 * Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is
cold.
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4 * Air filter element Clean with solvent.
Replace if necessary.
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5 * Breather system Check ventilation hose for cracks or damage.
Replace if necessary.
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6 * Carburetor Check engine idling speed and starter operation.
Adjust if necessary.
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7 Exhaust system Check for leakage.
Tighten if necessary.
Replace gasket if necessary.
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8 Engine oil Change (warm engine before draining). √
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9 * Clutch Check operation.
Adjust if necessary.
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10 * Front brake Check operation.
Adjust brake lever free play and replace brake shoes
if necessary.
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11 * Rear brake Check operation.
Adjust brake pedal free play and replace brake shoes
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12 * Wheels Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
Tighten spokes if necessary.
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13 * Tires Check tread depth and for damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.
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14 * Wheel bearings Check bearings for smooth operation.
Replace if necessary.
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15 * Swingarm Check swingarm pivoting point for play.
Correct if necessary.
Lubricate with lithium soap based grease. √

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16 Drive chain Check chain slack/alignment and condition.
Adjust and lubricate chain. Every ride
17 * Steering bearings Check bearing assemblies for looseness.
Lubricate with lithium soap based grease every
120 hours or 12 months (whichever comes first).
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18 Brake lever pivot
shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly.
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19 Brake pedal pivot
shaft Apply lithium soap based grease lightly.
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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
* : Since these items requires special tools data and technical skills, they should be serviced.
NOTE:
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
20 Sidestand pivot Check operation.
Apply lithium soap based grease lightly.
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21 * Front fork Check operation and for grease leakage.
Replace if necessary.
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22 * Shock absorber
assembly Check operation and for oil leakage.
Replace if necessary.
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23 * Control cables Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil
10W-30 thoroughly.
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24 * Throttle grip hous-
ing and cable Check operation and free play.
Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.
Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.
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25 * Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fasteners.
Correct if necessary.
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26 Battery Check terminal for looseness and corrosion. √
No. ITEM
CHECKS AND
MAINTENANCE JOBS WHICH-
EVER
COMES FIRST INITIAL EVERY
month 1 6 12
hours 30 60 120
1
2
3
4
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6

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PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Before riding for break-in operation, practice or a race, make sure the machine is in good operating
condition.
Before using this machine, check the following points.
GENERAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Item Routine Page
Fuel Check that a fresh gasoline is filled in the fuel tank. Check the fuel line
for leakage. P.1-11
Engine oil Check that the oil level is correct. Check the crankcase for leakage. P.3-7 ~ 9
Throttle Check for proper throttle cable operation. P.3-4 ~ 5
Brakes Check the play of front and rear brake and effect of front and rear
brake. P.3-14 ~ 15
Drive chain Check chain slack and alignment. Check that the chain is lubricated
properly. P.3-16 ~ 18
Wheels and tires Check pressure/runout/spoke tightness/bead stopper/axle nuts. P.3-19 ~ 20
Steering Check that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and have no exces-
sive play. P.3-20 ~ 21
Front forks and rear
shock absorber assembly Check that they operate smoothly and there is no oil leakage. P.3-18
Cables (wires) Check that the throttle cable move smoothly. Check that they are not
caught when the handlebars are turned. —
Muffler Check that the muffler is tightly mounted and has no cracks. P.4-3
Sprocket Check that the driven sprocket tightening nut is not loose. P.3-15
Lubrication Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. P.3-22
Spark plug Check color/condition. P.3-23
Fittings/fasteners Check all – tighten as necessary. P.2-13
Lead connectors Check that the AC magneto, CDI unit, and ignition coil are connected
tightly. P.1-5

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4. Check:
Oil level
Oil level should be between maximum a
and minimum b marks.
Oil level is low → Add oil to proper level.
NOTE:
Wait a few minutes until the oil settles before
inspecting the oil level.
 When inspecting the oil level, do not screw
the dipstick into the oil tank. Insert the gauge
lightly.
(For USA and CDN)
CAUTION:
 Do not add any chemical additives.
Engine oil also lubricates the clutch and
additives could cause clutch slippage.
 Do not allow foreign material to enter the
crankcase.
(Except for USA and CDN)
CAUTION:
 Do not add any chemical additives or use
oils with a grade of CD a or higher.
 Do not use oils labeled “ENERGY CON-
SERVING II ” b or higher. Engine oil also
lubricates the clutch and additives could
cause clutch slippage.
 Do not allow foreign materials to enter the
crankcase.
Recommended oil:
At –10 °C (14 °F) or higher È:
Yamalube 4 (10W-30) or SAE
10W-30 type SE/SF/SG motor
oil
At 5 °C (41 °F) or higher É:
Yamalube 4 (20W-40) or SAE
20W-40 type SE/SF/SG motor
oil
Recommended oil: Refer to the following chart for
selection of oils which are suited
to the atmospheric temperatures.
Recommended engine oil classifi-
cation:
API STANDARD: API “SE/SF/SG ” or higher grade
(Designed primarily for
motorcycles)
0 10 30 50 70
90110
130
-20 -10 010
20 30 40 50
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a
b
ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION

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EC369002
DRIVE CHAIN INSPECTION
1. Remove:
Master link clip
 Joint 1
 Drive chain 2
2. Clean:
Drive chain
Place it in kerosene, and brush off as
much dirt as possible. Then remove the
chain from the kerosene and dry the
chain.
3. Measure:
Drive chain length (15 links) a
Out of specification → Replace.
Drive chain length (15 links):
: 194.3 mm (7.65 in)
4. Check:
Drive chain stiffness a
Clean and oil the chain and hold as illus-
trated.
Stiff → Replace drive chain.
5. Install:
Drive chain 1
 Joint 2
 Master link clip 3
CAUTION:
Be sure to install the master link clip to the
direction as shown.
a Turning direction
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DRIVE CHAIN INSPECTION

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6. Lubricate:
Drive chain
Drive chain lubricant:
SAE 10W-30 motor oil or
suitable chain lubricants
DRIVE CHAIN SLACK ADJUSTMENT
1. Elevate the rear wheel by placing the suit-
able stand under the engine.
2. Check: Drive chain slack a
In the center between the drive axle and
rear wheel axle.
Out of specification → Adjust.
NOTE:
Before checking and/or adjusting, rotate the
rear wheel through several revolutions and
check the slack several times to find the tight-
est point. Check and/or adjust chain slack with
rear wheel in this “tight chain ” position.
Drive chain slack:
35 ~ 45 mm (1.38 ~ 1.77 in)
3. Adjust:
Drive chain slack
Drive chain slack adjustment steps:
 Loosen the wheel axle nut 1 and locknuts
2 .
 Adjust chain slack by turning the adjusters
3 .
To tighten → Turn adjuster 3 clockwise a.
To loosen → Turn adjuster 3 counter-
clockwise b and push wheel forward.
 Turn each adjuster exactly the same
amount to maintain correct axle alignment.
(There are marks c on each side of chain
puller alignment.)
1 b
c
a
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DRIVE CHAIN INSPECTION/
DRIVE CHAIN SLACK ADJUSTMENT

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IGNITION SYSTEM
EC620000
IGNITION SYSTEM
INSPECTION STEPS
Use the following steps for checking the possibility of the malfunctioning engine being attributable to
ignition system failure and for checking the spark plug which will not spark.
NOTE:
Remove the following parts before inspection.
1) Seat assembly
2) Air scoops (left and right)
3) Fuel tank
Refer to “FRONT FENDER, SEAT ASSEMBLY AND FUEL TANK ” section in the CHAPTER 4.
 Use the following special tools in this inspection.
Opama pet-4000 spark checker:
YM-34487
Ignition checker: 90890-06754Pocket tester:YU-03112-C/90890-03112
Spark gap test Clean or replace
spark plug.
Check entire ignition
system for connection. Repair or replace.
Check main switch. Replace.
Check engine stop switch. Replace.
Check ignition coil. Primary coil Replace. Secondary coil Replace.
Check AC magneto. Pickup coil Replace. Replace CDI unit.
No Spark
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
Spark
No good
No good
No good
No good
No good
No good