2011 YAMAHA TTR50 wheel bolts

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
5-2
5
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.7-20
Drive chainCheck chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary.7-18, 7-19
Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.7-13, 7-14
Shift pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Correct if necessary.7-17
Brake pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.7-21
Brake leverMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary.7-20
SidestandMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary.7-21
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Engine stop switchCheck operation.4-1 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
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Battery This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery coupler connection needs to
be checked to make sure that it is se-
curely connected.
WARNING
EWA10760


Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.


Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.


KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To remove the battery
1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-7.)
2. Remove the battery cover by re-
moving the bolts.1. Bolt
2. Battery
3. Battery cover
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7 a jack either under each side of the
frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
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Front wheel
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To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.1. Remove the guard from each front
fork leg by removing the bolts.
2. Disconnect the brake cable at the
wheel by removing the brake lever
free play adjusting nut at the brakecamshaft lever, then remove the
cable from the brake camshaft le-
ver.
3. Loosen the axle nut.1. Front fork leg guard
2. Bolt
1. Brake cable
2. Brake camshaft lever
3. Brake lever free play adjusting nut
1. Axle nut
2. Washer
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74. Lift the front wheel off the ground
according to the procedure on
page 7-25.
5. Remove the axle nut and washer.
6. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
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To install the front wheel
1. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.
2. Insert the wheel axle from the
right-hand side.TIPMake sure that the slot in the brake
shoe plate fits over the retainer on the
fork leg.
3. Lower the front wheel so that it is
on the ground, and then put the
sidestand down.
4. Install the washer and axle nut,
and then tighten the axle nut to the
specified torque.
5. Connect the brake cable to the
brake camshaft lever, and then in-
stall the brake cable free play ad-
justing nut on the brake cable.
6. Adjust the brake lever free play.
(See page 7-15.)7. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
8. Install each front fork leg guard by
installing the bolts.
1. Wheel axle
1. Slot
2. RetainerTightening torque:
Axle nut:
35 Nm (3.5 m·kgf, 25 ft·lbf)
2
1
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