Page 1 of 72
15P-F8199-E0XF50E
OWNER’S MANUAL
15P-F8199-E0_cv.pmd2007/07/18, 12:26 2
Page 2 of 72
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
915P-F8199-E0_ch0.pmd2007/06/13, 11:15 1
Page 3 of 72
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
EAU10050
INTRODUCTION
EAU10110
Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the XF50E, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design
and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your XF50E. The owner’s manual does
not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your scooter, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others
from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your scooter in the best possible condition. If you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
15P-F8199-E0_ch0.pmd2007/06/13, 11:15 2
Page 4 of 72

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
EAU10122
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
w
cCNOTE:Q
EAU34111
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions
could result in se
vere injur
y or death to the scooter
operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the scooter.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the scooter.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTE:●
This manual should be considered a permanent part of this scooter and should remain with it even if the scooter is
subsequently sold.
●
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most
current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your scooter
and this manual. If you have any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
EWA12410
wPLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS SCOOTER.*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
15P-F8199-E0_ch0.pmd2007/06/13, 11:15 3
Page 5 of 72
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
EAU10122
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EAUT1390
XF50E
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2007 by Yamaha Motor Taiwan Co., Ltd.
1st edition, July 2007
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Taiwan Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Taiwan.
15P-F8199-E0_ch0.pmd2007/06/13, 11:15 4
Page 6 of 72

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
EAU10210
TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ................... 1-1
Fur ther safe-riding points ............... 1-4
DESCRIPTION ................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNC-
TIONS ................................................ 3-1
Main switch/steering lock ............... 3-1
Keyhole cover ................................. 3-2
Indicator and warning lights ........... 3-2
Speedometer unit ........................... 3-4
Fuel gauge ...................................... 3-4
Handlebar switches ........................ 3-5
Front brake lever ............................. 3-6
Rear brake lever ............................. 3-6
Fuel tank cap .................................. 3-6
Fuel .................................................3-7
Catalytic converter .......................... 3-8
Kickstarter....................................... 3-8
Seat ................................................3-9
Luggage hook ................................. 3-9
Helmet holder ................................. 3-9
Storage compartment ................... 3-10
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
Pre-operation check list .................. 4-2OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS .............................................. 5-1
Star ting the engine ......................... 5-1
Star ting off ...................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 5-2
Braking........................................... 5-2
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking........................................... 5-3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR .............................................. 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart............................................ 6-2
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-5
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-6
Engine oil and oil strainer ............... 6-7
Final transmission oil ...................... 6-9
Coolant......................................... 6-10
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-12
Checking the throttle cable free
play............................................ 6-12
Valve clearance ............................ 6-12
Tires.............................................. 6-13
Cast wheels .................................. 6-15
Adjusting the brake lever free
play............................................ 6-15
Adjusting the rear brake lever free
play............................................ 6-16
Checking the front and rear brake
shoes......................................... 6-16Checking and lubricating the throttle
grip and cable ............................ 6-17
Lubricating the front and rear brake
levers......................................... 6-17
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand............................... 6-18
Checking the front fork ................. 6-18
Checking the steering ................... 6-19
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-19
Battery.......................................... 6-20
Replacing the fuse ........................ 6-21
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-22
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb 6-23
Replacing a turn signal light bulb . 6-24
Troubleshooting............................ 6-24
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-25
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE ... 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ........................................... 7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ............ 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
15P-F8199-E0_ch0.pmd2007/06/13, 11:15 5
Page 7 of 72
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
EAU10210
TABLE OF CONTENTS
15P-F8199-E0_ch0.pmd2007/06/13, 11:15 6
Page 8 of 72

1-1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
EAU10220
Q QQ Q
Q
SAFETY INFORMATION
EAU10261
SCOOTERS ARE SINGLE TRACK VE-
HICLES. THEIR SAFE USE AND OP-
ERATION ARE DEPENDENT UPON
THE USE OF PROPER RIDING TECH-
NIQUES AS WELL AS THE EXPER-
TISE OF THE OPERATOR. EVERY
OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW THE FOL-
LOWING REQUIREMENTS BEFORE
RIDING THIS SCOOTER.
HE OR SHE SHOULD:
8OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUC-
TIONS FROM A COMPETENT
SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS OF
SCOOTER OPERATION.
8OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND
MAINTENANCE REQUIRE-
MENTS IN THE OWNER’S
MANUAL.
8OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING IN
SAFE AND PROPER RIDING
TECHNIQUES.
8OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECH-
NICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED
BY THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND/
OR WHEN MADE NECESSARY
BY MECHANICAL CONDITIONS.Safe riding
8Always make pre-operation checks.
Careful checks may help prevent
an accident.
8This scooter is designed to carry
the operator and passenger.
8The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize scooters in traffic is
the predominating cause of auto-
mobile/scooter accidents. Many
accidents have been caused by an
automobile driver who did not see
the scooter. Making yourself con-
spicuous appears to be very effec-
tive in reducing the chance of this
type of accident.
Therefore:
9Wear a brightly colored jacket.
9Use extra caution when ap-
proaching and passing through
intersections, since intersec-
tions are the most likely places
for scooter accidents to occur.
9Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.8Many accidents involve inexperi-
enced operators. In fact, many op-
erators who have been involved in
accidents do not even have a cur-
rent driver’s license.
9Make sure that you are quali-
fied and that you only lend your
scooter to other qualified
operators.
9Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
9We recommend that you
practice riding your scooter
where there is no traffic until
you have become thoroughly
familiar with the scooter and all
of its controls.
8Many accidents have been caused
by error of the scooter operator. A
typical error made by the operator
is veering wide on a turn due to
EXCESSIVE SPEED or
undercornering (insufficient lean
angle for the speed).
9Always obey the speed limit
and never travel faster than
warranted by road and traffic
conditions. Safety information
EAU10220
Q QQ Q
Q
SAFETY INFORMATION
15P-F8199-E0_ch1.pmd2007/06/20, 14:20 1