2010 YAMAHA TZR50 fuel reserve

1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
3. Wipe up any spilled fuel imme-
diately. NOTICE:Immediately
wipe off spilled fuel with a cle-
an, dry, soft cloth, since fuel
may deteriorate painted surfa-
ces or plastic parts.
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4. Be sure to securely close the fuel
tank cap.
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Gasoline is poisonous and can cau-
se injury or death. Handle gasoline
with care. Never siphon gasoline by
mouth. If you should swallow some
gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline
vapor, or get some gasoline in youreyes, see your doctor immediately.
If gasoline spills on your skin, wash
with soap and water. If gasoline
spills on your clothing, change your
clothes.
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Your Yamaha engine has been desig-
ned to use regular unleaded gasoline
with a research octane number of 91
or higher. If knocking (or pinging)
occurs, use a gasoline of a different
brand or premium unleaded fuel. Use
of unleaded fuel will extend spark
plug life and reduce maintenance
costs.
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Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose
1. Fuel tank breather/overflow hose
Before operating the motorcycle:
●Check the fuel tank breather/
overflow hose connection.
●Check the fuel tank breather/
overflow hose for cracks or
damage, and replace it if dama-
ged.
●Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather/overflow hose is
not blocked, and clean it if
necessary.
●Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather/overflow hose is
positioned inside of the clamp.
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
13.8 L (3.65 US gal, 3.04 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.2 L (0.58 US gal, 0.48 Imp.gal)
WARNING
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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This indicates reserve. If you run out
of fuel while riding, move the lever to
this position. Fill the tank at the first
opportunity. Be sure to set the lever
back to “ON” after refueling!EAU13590
Starter (choke) lever “ ”
1. Starter (choke) lever “ ”
Starting a cold engine requires a
richer air-fuel mixture, which is sup-
plied by the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (a) to turn
on the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (b) to turn
off the starter (choke).
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Seat
To remove the seat
1. Insert the key into the seat lock,
and then turn it as shown.
1. Seat lock
2. Open.
2. Pull the seat off.
To install the seat
1. Insert the projection on the front
of the seat into the seat holder as
shown.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do
not understand, ask your Yamaha
dealer.
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Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of
control, which could cause an acci-
dent or injury.
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Starting a cold engine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
●The transmission is in the neutral
position.
●The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
See page 3-13 for more information.
1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
2. Turn the key to “ ” and make
sure that the engine stop switch
is set to “ ”.
3. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position. (See page 5-2.)
The neutral indicator light should
come on. If not, ask a Yamaha
dealer to check the electrical cir-
cuit.
4. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle.
(See page 3-11).
5. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.
If the engine fails to start, release
the start switch, wait a few
seconds, 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.
6. After starting the engine, move
the starter (choke) back halfway.
NOTICE:For maximum engine
life, never accelerate hard
when the engine is cold!
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7. When the engine is warm, turn
the starter (choke) off.
TIP
The engine is warm when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off.
WARNING
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Dimensions:Overall length:2202 mm (86.7 in)
Overall width: 689 mm (27.1 in)
Overall height: 1175 mm (46.3 in)
Seat height: 820 mm (32.3 in)
Wheelbase: 1341 mm (52.8 in)
Ground clearance: 151 mm (5.94 in)
Minimum turning radius: 2900 mm (114.2 in)
Weight:With oil and fuel:124.0 kg (273 lb)
Engine:Engine type:Liquid cooled 2-stroke
Cylinder arrangement: Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement: 49.7 cm
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Bore x stroke:40.3 x 39.0 mm (1.59 x 1.54 in)
Compression ratio: 11.50 :1
Starting system: Electric starter
Lubrication system: Separate lubrication (Yamaha autolube) Type:
YAMALUBE 2 or 2-stroke engine oil
(JASO FC grade) or (ISO EG-C or EG-D
grade)
Quantity: 1.40 L (1.48 US qt, 1.23 Imp.qt)
Transmission oil:Oil change quantity:0.75 L (0.79 US qt, 0.66 Imp.qt)
Type: SAE 10W-30 type SE motor oil
Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark):0.29 L (0.31 US qt, 0.26 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes): 0.70 L (0.74 US qt, 0.62 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:Wet element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity: 13.8 L (3.65 US gal, 3.04 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 2.2 L (0.58 US gal, 0.48 Imp.gal)
Carburetor:Manufacturer:DELL’ORTO
Type x quantity: PHBN 16 x 1
Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:NGK / BR9 ES
Spark plug gap: 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
Clutch:Clutch type:Wet, multiple-disc
Transmission:Primary reduction system:Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio: 71/20 (3.55)
Secondary reduction system: Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio: 60/11 (5.45)
Transmission type: Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
Gear ratio:1st:36/12 (3.00)
2nd: 33/16 (2.062)
3rd: 29/19 (1.526)
4th: 27/22 (1.227)
5th: 25/24 (1.041)
6th: 24/25 (0.960)
SPECIFICATIONS
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