2009 YAMAHA GIGGLE50 warning

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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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ParkingWhen parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
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WARNING
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Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them and be burned.
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Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasing the risk
of a fuel leak and fire.
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Do not park near grass or other
flammable materials which
might catch fire.
Parking
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lu-
brication will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition pos-
sible. Safety is an obligation of the ve-
hicle owner/operator. The most important
points of vehicle inspection, adjustment,
and lubrication are explained on the fol-
lowing pages.
The intervals given in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart should be
simply considered as a general guide
under normal riding conditions. However,
depending on the weather, terrain, geo-
graphical location, and individual use,
the maintenance intervals may need to
be shortened.
EWA10321
WARNING
Failure to properly maintain the ve-
hicle or performing maintenance ac-
tivities incorrectly may increase your
risk of injury or death during service
or while using the vehicle. If you are
not familiar with vehicle service, have
a Yamaha dealer perform service.
EWA15121
WARNING
Turn off the engine when performing
maintenance unless otherwise speci-
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A running engine has moving
parts that can catch on body parts
or clothing and electrical parts
that can cause shocks or fires.
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Running the engine while servic-
ing can lead to eye injury, burns,
fire, or carbon monoxide poison-
ing - possibly leading to death.
See page 1-1 for more informa-
tion about carbon monoxide.
EWA10330
WARNING
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 ele-
ment should be cleaned or replaced
more frequently, otherwise rapid en-
gine wear may result. Consult aYamaha dealer for proper mainte-
nance intervals.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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torque. WARNING! Make sure that
no foreign material enters the fi-
nal transmission case. Make sure
that no oil gets on the tire or
wheel.
[EWA11311]
Tightening torque:
Final transmission oil filler bolt:

Recommended final transmission oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
0.10 L (0.11 US qt, 0.09 Imp.qt)7. Check the final transmission case
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
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CoolantThe coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. Coolant
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To check the coolant level
The coolant level should be checked as
follows before each ride. In addition, the
coolant must be changed at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the
centerstand.TIP
8The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
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tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level in the cool-
ant reservoir.TIP
The coolant should be between the mini-
mum and maximum level marks.ZAUM00**
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1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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1. Coolant reservoir cap3. If the coolant is at or below the mini-
mum level mark, remove panel B
and the reservoir cap. (See page 6-
5.) WARNING! Remove only the
coolant reservoir cap. Never at-
tempt to remove the radiator cap
when the engine is hot.
[EWA15161]
4. Add coolant or distilled water to
raise the coolant to the maximum
level mark, and install the coolant
reservoir cap and the panel.
NOTICE:
If coolant is not avail-
able, use distilled water or soft
tap water instead. Do not use hard
water or salt water since it isharmful to the engine. If water
has been used instead of cool-
ant, replace it with coolant as
soon as possible, otherwise the
cooling system will not be pro-
tected against frost and corro-
sion. If water has been added to
the coolant, have a Yamaha
dealer check the antifreeze con-
tent of the coolant as soon as
possible, otherwise the effective-
ness of the coolant will be
reduced.
[ECA10472]
Coolant reservoir capacity:
0.26 L (0.27 US qt, 0.23 Imp.qt)
EAUT1990
Replacing the air filter ele-
mentThe air filter element must be replaced
and the check hoses must be cleaned
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart. Have
a Yamaha dealer replace the air filter el-
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Checking the throttle cable
free playThe throttle cable free play should mea-
sure 1.5~3.5 mm (0.06~0.14 in) at the
throttle grip. Periodically check the
throttle cable free play and, if necessary,
have a Yamaha dealer adjust it. Throttle cable free play, checking
Valve clearance
Tires
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Valve clearanceThe valve clearance changes with use,
resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/
or engine noise. To prevent this from
occurring, the valve clearance must be
adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart.
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TiresTo maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
note the following points regarding the
specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
EWA10501
WARNING
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or death from loss of con-
trol.
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8The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
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8The tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, cargo,

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and accessories approved for this
model.Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Up to 90 kg (198 lb):
Front:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm
2, 25 psi)
Rear:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm2, 25 psi)
90 kg (198 lb) to maximum load:
Front:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm2, 25 psi)
Rear:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm2, 25 psi)
Maximum load*:
177 kg (390 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger,
cargo and accessories
EWA10511
WARNING
Never overload your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded vehicle could
cause an accident.
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1. Tire tread depth
2. Tire sidewallThe tires must be checked before each
ride. If the center tread depth reaches
the specified limit, if the tire has a nail
or glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall
is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the tire immediately.Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
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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.
After extensive tests, only the tires
listed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.Front tire:
Size:
120/90-10 57J
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-6022
Rear tire:
Size:
120/90-10 57J
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-6022
EWA10470
WARNING
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8Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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The front and rear brake lever free play
should be measured at the positions as
shown.Front brake lever free play:
10 ~ 20 mm (0.4 ~ 0.8 in)
Rear brake lever free play:
10 ~ 20 mm (0.4 ~ 0.8 in)Periodically check the front and rear
brake lever free play and, if necessary,
adjust them as follows.
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(b)
(a)
1. Adjusting nut
RearZAUM00**
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(b)
(a)
1. Adjusting nutTo increase the brake lever free play,
turn the adjusting nut at the brake shoe
plate in direction (a). To decrease the
brake lever free play, turn the adjusting
nut in direction (b).
EWA10650
WARNING
If proper adjustment cannot be ob-
tained as described, have a Yamaha
dealer make this adjustment.
Brake shoes, checking
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Checking the front and rear
brake shoesFrontZAUM00**
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1. Wear indicator
2. Wear limit line

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Centerstand, checking and lubricating
Front fork, checking
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Checking and lubricating the
centerstandThe operation of the centerstand should
be checked before each ride, and the
pivots and metal-to-metal contact sur-
faces should be lubricated if necessary.
EWA11301
WARNING
If the centerstand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the centerstand could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-
sulting in a possible loss of control.Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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Checking the front forkThe condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10751]
2. While applying the front brake, push
down hard on the handlebars sev-
eral times to check if the front fork
compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
ZAUM00**
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NOTICEIf any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly, have
a Yamaha dealer check or repair it.