2011 YAMAHA TZR50 wheel

4. Tighten the locknuts, and then
tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.
5. Insert a new cotter pin into the
axle nut, and then bend its ends
as shown. WARNING! Always
use a new cotter pin for the
axle nut.
[EWA10701]
1. Cotter pin
2. Axle nut
3. Chain puller locknut
4. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
5. Alignment marks
TIP
Make sure that two notches in the
axle nut are aligned with the hole
through the wheel axle, otherwise
further tighten the axle nut until they
are.EAU23023
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly
wear out, especially when riding in
dusty or wet areas. Service the drive
chain as follows.
ECA10581
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle and
riding in the rain.
1. To prevent damaging the O-rings,
do not clean the drive chain with
steam cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate sol-
vents. NOTICE: To prevent
damaging the O-rings, do not
clean the drive chain with ste-
am cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate sol-
vents.
[ECA11121]
2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
NOTICE
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
90 Nm (9.0 m•kgf, 65.1 ft•lbf)
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ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
EAU23283
Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground. WARNING! To avoid
injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of
it falling over.
[EWA10751]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the stee-
ring.
NOTICE
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EAU23290
Checking the wheel bearings
The front and rear wheel bearings
must be checked at the intervals spe-
cified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication 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.
EAU23444
Battery
1. Battery
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the elec-
trolyte or to add distilled water. Howe-
ver, the battery lead connections
need to be checked and, if necessary,
tightened.
EWA10760
●Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains
sulfuric acid, which causes
severe burns. Avoid any con-
tact with skin, eyes or clothing
and always shield your eyeswhen working near batteries.
In case of contact, administer
the following FIRST AID.
• EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and
immediately call a physician.
• EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
●Batteries produce explosive
hydrogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed spa-
ce.
●KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTE-
RIES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the
battery as soon as possible if it seems
to have discharged. Keep in mind that
the battery tends to discharge more
quickly if the vehicle is equipped with
optional electrical accessories.WARNING
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Matte color cautionECA15192
Some models are equipped with
matte colored finished parts. Be
sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use
before cleaning the vehicle.
Using a brush, harsh chemical pro-
ducts or cleaning compounds
when cleaning these parts will
scratch or damage their surface.
Wax also should not be applied to
any matte colored finished parts.
EAU26004
Care
While the open design of a motorcy-
cle reveals the attractiveness of the
technology, it also makes it more vul-
nerable. Rust and corrosion can
develop even if high-quality compo-
nents are used. A rusty exhaust pipe
may go unnoticed on a car, however,
it detracts from the overall appearan-
ce of a motorcycle. Frequent and pro-
per care does not only comply with
the terms of the warranty, but it will
also keep your motorcycle looking
good, extend its life and optimize its
performance.
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and
covers as well as all electrical
couplers and connectors, inclu-
ding the spark plug cap, are
tightly installed.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and abrush, but never apply such pro-
ducts onto seals, gaskets, sproc-
kets, the drive chain and wheel
axles. Always rinse the dirt and
degreaser off with water.
Cleaning
ECA10772
●Avoid using strong acidic whe-
el cleaners, especially on spo-
ked wheels. If such products
are used on hard-to-remove
dirt, do not leave the cleaner on
the affected area any longer
than instructed. Also, tho-
roughly rinse the area off with
water, immediately dry it, and
then apply a corrosion protec-
tion spray.
●Improper cleaning can damage
plastic parts (such as cowlings,
panels, windshields, headlight
lenses, meter lenses, etc.) and
the mufflers. Use only a soft,
clean cloth or sponge with
water to clean plastic. Howe-
ver, if the plastic parts cannot
be thoroughly cleaned with
NOTICE
NOTICE
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water, diluted mild detergent
with water may be used. Be
sure to rinse off any detergent
residue using plenty of water,
as it is harmful to plastic parts.
●Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust
removers or inhibitors, brake
fluid, antifreeze or electrolyte.
●Do not use high-pressure was-
hers or steam-jet cleaners sin-
ce they cause water seepage
and deterioration in the follo-
wing areas: seals (of wheel and
swingarm bearings, fork and
brakes), electric components
(couplers, connectors, instru-
ments, switches and lights),
breather hoses and vents.
●For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or scrat-
ching. Some cleaning com-pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not lea-
ve any marks. If the windshield
is scratched, use a quality
plastic polishing compound
after washing.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottle-
brush for hard-to-reach areas. Stub-
born dirt and insects will come off
more easily if the area is covered with
a wet cloth for a few minutes before
cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on
roads during winter are extremely
corrosive in combination with water,
carry out the following steps aftereach ride in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads.
TIP
Salt sprayed on roads in the winter
may remain well into spring.
1. Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
NOTICE: Do not use warm
water since it increases the
corrosive action of the salt.
[ECA10791]
2. Apply a corrosion protection
spray on all metal, including
chrome- and nickel-plated, surfa-
ces to prevent corrosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a cha-
mois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain
and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally indu-
ced discoloring of stainless-steel
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from building up. Pour the drai-
ned 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
protect 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 sparking 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!
To prevent damage or injuryfrom sparking, make sure
to ground the spark plug
electrodes while turning the
engine over.
[EWA10951]
6. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers
and pedals as well as of the
sidestand/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. Alter-
natively, turn the wheels a little
every month in order to prevent
the tires from becoming degra-
ded 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 excessively cold or warm pla-
ce [less than 0 °C (30 °F) or more
than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more
information on storing the bat-
tery, see page 6-30.
TIP
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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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
3
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)
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Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle:
25.00 º
Trail:
90.0 mm (3.54 in)
Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
100/80 17 (52H)
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli / Sport Demon
Manufacturer/model:
Continental/Conti-Twist SM
Rear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
130/70 17 (62H)
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli / Sport Demon
Manufacturer/model:
Continental/Conti-Twist SM
Loading:Maximum load:
196 kg (432 lb)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
180 kPa (1.80 kgf/cm
2, 26 psi, 1.80 bar)Rear:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm
2, 29 psi, 2.00 bar)
Loading condition:
90–196 kg (198–432 lb)
Front:
190 kPa (1.90 kgf/cm
2, 28 psi, 1.90 bar)
Rear:
230 kPa (2.30 kgf/cm
2, 33 psi, 2.30 bar)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17 x MT2.75
Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17 x MT3.50
Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
108.0 mm (4.25 in)
Rear suspension:Type:
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
89.2 mm (3.51 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC. CDI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:Model:
GT4L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 3.0 Ah
Headlight:Bulb type:
Incandescence
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 25 W/25 W x 2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W x 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 16.0 W x 2
SPECIFICATIONS
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