2011 YAMAHA PW50 warning

INTRODUCTION
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha PW50(A1). This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in the
production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and
reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If you
have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable at
the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the
motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the
recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this
manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.
WARNING
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This motorcycle is designed and manufactured for off-road use only. It is illegal to operate this motorcycle on any
public street, road or highway. Such use is prohibited by law. This motorcycle complies with almost all state off-
highway noise level and spark arrester laws and regulations. Please check your local riding laws and regulations
before operating this motorcycle.AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:

Read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle. Make sure you understand all instructions.


Pay close attention to the warning and notice labels on the motorcycle.


Never operate a motorcycle without proper training or instruction.


Weight of the rider should not exceed 25 kg (55 lb).
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INTRODUCTIONAN IMPORTANT NOTE TO PARENTS:
This motorcycle is not a toy. Before you let your child ride this motorcycle, you should understand the instructions and warn-
ings in this Owner’s Manual. Then be sure your child understands and will follow them. Children differ in skills, physical abil-
ities, and judgment. Some children may not be able to operate a motorcycle safely. Parents should supervise their child’s
use of the motorcycle at all times. Parents should permit continued use only if they determine that the child has the ability to
operate the motorcycle safely.
Your motorcycle is equipped with an adjustable speed limiter and a power reduction plate. Yamaha recommends that all be-
ginners start off with the speed limiter adjusting screw turned in and the power reduction plate installed in the exhaust man-
ifold to limit the power available while they learn. The limiter screw may be gradually turned out to increase maximum speed
as the beginner becomes more familiar with operating the motorcycle. Parents should decide when to adjust the motorcycle
for more power as their youngster’s riding skills improve. Once the rider can operate with skill at the top speed permitted by
adjusting the speed limiter alone, the power reduction plate can be removed. Since removal of this plate will result in a sig-
nificant increase in power, turn the speed limiter back in again; adjust it out in stages as you did before.
Motorcycles are single track vehicles. Their safe use and operation are dependent upon the use of proper riding
techniques as well as the expertise of the operator. Every operator should know the following requirements before
riding this motorcycle.
He or she should:

Obtain thorough instructions from a competent source on all aspects of motorcycle operation.


Observe the warnings and maintenance requirements in this Owner’s Manual.


Obtain qualified training in safe and proper riding techniques.


Obtain professional technical service as indicated in this Owner’s Manual and/or when made necessary by mechanical
conditions.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICETIP
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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1For Canada
THIS VEHICLE IS A RESTRICTED USE
MOTORCYCLE AND IS NOT INTENDED FOR
USE ON PUBLIC HIGHWAYS.
CE VÉHICULE EST UNE MOTOCYCLETTE À
USAGE RESTREINT DONT L’USAGE N’EST PAS
DESTINÉ AUX VOIES PUBLIQUES.
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CMVSSCANADANSVAC
TRANSPORT
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WARNING
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 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ THE OWNER’S
MANUAL AND ALL LABELS.
 NEVER CARRY A PASSENGER. You increase your risk of losing
control if you carry a passenger.
 NEVER OPERATE THIS VEHICLE ON PUBLIC ROADS. You can
collide with another vehicle if you operate this vehicle on a public road.
 ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET,
eye protection, and protective clothing.
AVERTISSEMENT
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 LIRE LE MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE AINSI QUE TOUTES LES
ETIQUETTES AVANT D’UTILISER CE VEHICULE.
 NE JAMAIS TRANSPORTER DE PASSAGER. La conduite avec
passager augmente les risques de perte de contrôle.
 NE JAMAIS ROULER SUR DES CHEMINS PUBLICS.
Vous pourriez entrer en collision avec un autre véhicule.
 TOUJOURS PORTER UN CASQUE DE MOTOCYCLISTE
APPROUVE, des lunettes et des vêtements de protection.12
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-9
1 For Oceania and South Africa
TIRE INFORMATION
Cold tire normal pressure should be set as
follows.
FRONT
REAR: 100 kPa, {1.00 kgf/cm²}, 15 psi
: 100 kPa, {1.00 kgf/cm²}, 15 psi
3RV-21668-A0
WARNING
3PT-2118K-A1
 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ THE OWNER’S
MANUAL AND ALL LABELS.
 NEVER CARRY A PASSENGER. You increase your risk of losing
control if you carry a passenger.
 NEVER OPERATE THIS VEHICLE ON PUBLIC ROADS. You can
collide with another vehicle if you operate this vehicle on a public road.
 ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET,
eye protection, and protective clothing.12
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Be a Responsible Owner
As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon-
sible for the safe and proper operation
of your motorcycle.
Motorcycles are single-track vehicles.
Their safe use and operation are de-
pendent upon the use of proper riding
techniques as well as the expertise of
the operator. Every operator should
know the following requirements before
riding this motorcycle.
He or she should:

Obtain thorough instructions from
a competent source on all aspects
of motorcycle operation.


Observe the warnings and mainte-
nance requirements in this Own-
er’s Manual.


Obtain qualified training in safe
and proper riding techniques.


Obtain professional technical ser-
vice as indicated in this Owner’s
Manual and/or when made neces-
sary by mechanical conditions.Safe Riding
Perform the pre-operation checks each
time you use the vehicle to make sure it
is in safe operating condition. Failure to
inspect or maintain the vehicle properly
increases the possibility of an accident
or equipment damage. See page 5-1
for a list of pre-operation checks.


This motorcycle is designed for off-
road use only, therefore, it is illegal
to operate it on public streets,
roads, or highways, even a dirt or
gravel one. Off-road use on public
lands may be illegal. Please check
local regulations before riding.


This motorcycle is designed to car-
ry the operator only. No passen-
gers.


The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize motorcycles in traf-
fic is the predominating cause of
automobile/motorcycle accidents.
Many accidents have been caused
by an automobile driver who did
not see the motorcycle. Makingyourself conspicuous appears to
be very effective in reducing the
chance of this type of accident.
Therefore:
Wear a brightly colored jacket.
Use extra caution when you are
approaching and passing
through intersections, since in-
tersections are the most likely
places for motorcycle accidents
to occur.
Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.


Many accidents involve inexperi-
enced operators.
Make sure that you are qualified
and that you only lend your mo-
torcycle to other qualified opera-
tors.
Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
We recommend that you prac-
tice riding your motorcycle until
you have become thoroughly fa-
miliar with the motorcycle and all
of its controls.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3. Tighten the locknut.
TIPThe adjusting range of the speed limiter
screw is from the fully turned-in position
to 7 mm (0.28 in) turned out. When the
screw is turned out to 7 mm (0.28 in),the throttle grip can only be opened ap-
proximately halfway. If more power is
required, please consult a Yamaha
dealer.
WARNING
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Improper adjustment of the speed
limiter could cause improper throttle
operation. You could lose control,
have an accident or be injured. Do
not turn the adjusting screw out
more than 7 mm (0.28 in) before con-
sulting a Yamaha dealer. Always
make sure the throttle cable free
play is adjusted to 1.5–3.5 mm (0.06–
0.14 in). (See page 7-12.)Power reduction plate
Once the rider can operate with skill at
the top speed permitted by adjusting
the speed limiter alone, the power re-
duction plate can be removed. (See
page 7-7.)
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Front brake lever The front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull this lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting screw
1. No more than 7 mm (0.28 in)
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(a)(b)2
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1. Front brake lever
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Rear brake lever The rear brake lever is located on the
left handlebar grip. To apply the rear
brake, pull this lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
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Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it
counterclockwise, and then pull it off.
To install the fuel tank cap, insert it into
the tank opening, and then turn it clock-
wise.
WARNING
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Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed after filling fuel.
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
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Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING
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Gasoline and gasoline vapors are
extremely flammable. To avoid fires
and explosions and to reduce the
risk of injury when refueling, follow
these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the en-
gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vi-
cinity of sparks, open flames, or
other sources of ignition such as
the pilot lights of water heaters and
clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop
filling when the fuel reaches the
bottom of the filler tube. Because
fuel expands when it heats up,
heat from the engine or the sun
can cause fuel to spill out of the
fuel tank.
1. Rear brake lever
1
1. Fuel tank cap
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