MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-3
7
EAU40651
Storage [TT-R90(W)]Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.CAUTION:
ECA10810
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
2. For motorcycles equipped with a
fuel cock that has an “OFF” posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
“OFF”.3. Drain the carburetor float chamber
by loosening the drain bolt; this will
prevent fuel deposits from building
up. Pour the drained fuel into the
fuel tank.
4. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
5. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap
and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
WARNING
EWA10950
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turningthe engine over.
6. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.NOTE:Make any necessary repairs beforestoring the motorcycle.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
7
EAU26150
Storage [TT-R90E(W)]Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.CAUTION:
ECA10810
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
2. For motorcycles equipped with a
fuel cock that has an “OFF” posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
“OFF”.3. Drain the carburetor float chamber
by loosening the drain bolt; this will
prevent fuel deposits from building
up. Pour the drained fuel into the
fuel tank.
4. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
5. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap
and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
WARNING
EWA10950
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turningthe engine over.
6. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
TT-R90 1525 mm (60.0 in)
(AUS)(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP
)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)
(NZL)(PRT)(SWE)(ZAF)
TT-R90 1550 mm (61.0 in) (CAN)
TT-R90E 1525 mm (60.0 in)
(AUS)(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP
)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)
(NZL)(PRT)(SWE)(ZAF)
TT-R90E 1550 mm (61.0 in) (CAN)
Overall width:
605 mm (23.8 in)
Overall height:
865 mm (34.1 in)
Seat height:
625 mm (24.6 in)
Wheelbase:
1040 mm (40.9 in)
Ground clearance:
TT-R90 160 mm (6.30 in) (CAN)
TT-R90 172 mm (6.77 in)
(AUS)(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP
)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)
(NZL)(PRT)(SWE)(ZAF)
TT-R90E 160 mm (6.30 in) (CAN)
TT-R90E 172 mm (6.77 in)
(AUS)(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP
)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)
(NZL)(PRT)(SWE)(ZAF)
Minimum turning radius:
1300 mm (51.2 in)
Weight:With oil and fuel:
TT-R90 64.0 kg (141 lb)
TT-R90E 67.0 kg (148 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
89.0 cm³ (5.43 cu.in)
Bore × stroke:
47.0 × 51.8 mm (1.85 × 2.04 in)
Compression ratio:
8.50 :1
Starting system:
TT-R90 Kickstarter
TT-R90E Electric starter and kickstarter
Lubrication system:
Wet sumpEngine oil:Type:
TT-R90 SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 or
SAE15W40 or SAE20W40 or SAE20W50
(AUS)(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP
)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)
(NZL)(PRT)(SWE)(ZAF)
TT-R90 YAMALUBE 4, SAE10W30 or
SAE20W40 (CAN)
TT-R90E SAE10W30 or SAE10W40 or
SAE15W40 or SAE20W40 or SAE20W50
(AUS)(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP
)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)(NZL)(PRT)(SWE)(ZAF)
TT-R90E YAMALUBE 4, SAE10W30 or
SAE20W40 (CAN)
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Engine oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
0.80 L (0.85 US qt) (0.70 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:
Wet element
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40
10° 30° 50° 70° 90°
110°
0°
130°F
YAMALUBE 4 (10W30)
or SAE 10W30
YAMALUBE 4 (20W40)
or SAE 20W40
–10° 0° 10° 20° 30°
40° –20°
50°C
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Fuel:Recommended fuel:
TT-R90 Regular unleaded gasoline only
(AUT)(BEL)(CAN)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP
)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)
(PRT)(SWE)(ZAF)
TT-R90 Unleaded gasoline only
(AUS)(NZL)
TT-R90E Regular unleaded gasoline only
(AUT)(BEL)(CAN)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP
)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)
(PRT)(SWE)(ZAF)
TT-R90E Unleaded gasoline only
(AUS)(NZL)
Fuel tank capacity:
4.2 L (1.11 US gal) (0.92 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
0.5 L (0.13 US gal) (0.11 Imp.gal)Carburetor:Manufacturer:
MIKUNI
Type × quantity:
VM16SH x 1Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR6HSA
Manufacturer/model:
DENSO/U20FSR-U
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc and centrifugal
automatic
Transmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
67/18 (3.722)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
35/14 (2.500)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 3-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
37/13 (2.846)
2nd:
33/19 (1.736)
3rd:
28/23 (1.217)Chassis:Frame type:
Steel tube backbone
Caster angle:
24.83 °
Trail:
56.0 mm (2.20 in)Front tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
2.50-14 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/KNOBBY
Rear tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
3.00-12 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/KNOBBYTire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Front:
100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm²)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
14x1.40Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
12x1.60Front brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right hand operationRear brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
110.0 mm (4.33 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (monocross)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
95.0 mm (3.74 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
CDIBattery:Model:
TT-R90E GT4B-5
Voltage, capacity:
TT-R90E 12 V, 2.5 AhFuse:Fuse:
TT-R90E 10.0 A
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INDEX
AAccessories and replacement parts ..... 6-16
Air filter element, cleaning .................... 6-10BBattery [TT-R90E(W)] ........................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-21
Brake lever ............................................. 3-2
Brake lever, checking and lubricating ... 6-22
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-17
Brake pedal ............................................ 3-2
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ........... 6-17
Brake shoes, checking ......................... 6-18CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-21
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 6-13
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Cowling and panel, removing and
installing ............................................... 6-6DDrive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-20
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-18EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-13
Engine oil ................................................ 6-8
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 5-2
Engine stop switch [TT-R90E(W)] .......... 3-1
Engine stop switch [TT-R90(W)]............. 3-1FFront fork, checking .............................. 6-23
Fuel......................................................... 3-3
Fuel cock ................................................ 3-5
Fuel tank breather hose.......................... 3-4Fuel tank cap........................................... 3-3
Fuse, replacing [TT-R90E(W)] ..............6-26
HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-1IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1KKey identification number
[TT-R90E(W)]........................................ 9-1
Kickstarter ............................................... 3-6LLabels, location of ...................................1-4MMain switch [TT-R90E(W)] ...................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-3
Maintenance, periodic ............................. 6-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2PParking [TT-R90E(W)].............................5-5
Parking [TT-R90(W)] ...............................5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-7
Shifting ....................................................5-3
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-2
Sidestand ................................................ 3-7
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-22
Spark arrester, cleaning ........................ 6-12
Spark plug, checking ...............................6-7
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starter (choke) lever................................ 3-6Starting and warming up a cold engine
[TT-R90E(W)] ....................................... 5-2
Starting and warming up a cold engine
[TT-R90(W)].......................................... 5-1
Starting circuit cut-off system
[TT-R90E(W)] ....................................... 3-8
Start switch [TT-R90E(W)] ...................... 3-1
Steering, checking ................................ 6-23
Storage [TT-R90E(W)] ............................ 7-4
Storage [TT-R90(W)] .............................. 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-26
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-22
TThrottle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-14
Throttle grip and cable, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-21
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-30
Troubleshooting chart [TT-R90E(W)].... 6-32
Troubleshooting chart [TT-R90(W)] ...... 6-31VValve clearance .................................... 6-14
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking..................... 6-24
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-27
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-28
Wheels .................................................. 6-16
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