2012 YAMAHA TTR50 tires

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
8-3
88. Let the motorcycle dry completely
before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA14501
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.

Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the tires.


If necessary, wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher
speeds, test the motorcycle’s
braking performance and cor-
nering behavior.
NOTICE
ECA10800


Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.


Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.


Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIPConsult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
EAU26152
Storage Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the motor-
cycle.NOTICE
ECA10810


Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.


To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
8-4
8 2. For motorcycles equipped with a
fuel cock that has an “OFF” posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
“OFF”.
3. Drain the carburetor float chamber
by loosening the drain bolt; this will
prevent fuel deposits from building
up. Pour the drained 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 pro-
tect 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 spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)WARNING! To prevent dam-
age or injury from sparking,
make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while
turning the engine over.
[EWA10951]
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
6. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/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. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded 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 ex-cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
7-23.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
9-2
9
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
3.250 (39/12)
2nd:
1.736 (33/19)
3rd:
1.217 (28/23)Chassis:Frame type:
Backbone
Caster angle:
25.50 °
Trail:
34 mm (1.3 in)Front tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
2.50-10 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C183ARear tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
2.50-10 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C183ALoading:Maximum rider weight:
40.0 kg (88 lb)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Front:
100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
Rear:
100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
10x1.40Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
10x1.40Front brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right hand operationRear brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right foot operationFront suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring
Wheel travel:
96.0 mm (3.78 in)
Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
71.0 mm (2.80 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC CDI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
GT4B-5
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 2.5 AhFuse:Fuse:
10.0 A
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INDEX
AAir filter element, cleaning ...................... 7-8BBattery .................................................. 7-23
Brake lever ............................................. 4-3
Brake lever, checking and lubricating ... 7-20
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 7-15
Brake pedal ............................................ 4-3
Brake pedal, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-20
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ........... 7-16
Brake shoes, checking ......................... 7-17CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 7-19
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 7-11
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Clutch free play, adjusting .................... 7-14DDrive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 7-19
Drive chain slack .................................. 7-17EEngine break-in ...................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 7-11
Engine oil ................................................ 7-7
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 6-2
Engine stop switch.................................. 4-2FFront fork, checking .............................. 7-21
Fuel......................................................... 4-4
Fuel cock ................................................ 4-6
Fuel tank breather hose.......................... 4-5
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 4-4
Fuse, replacing ..................................... 7-24
HHandlebar switches ................................. 4-1IIdentification numbers ........................... 10-1LLabels, location .......................................1-1MMain switch ............................................. 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 7-3
Maintenance, emission control system ... 7-2
Matte color, caution .................................8-1
Model label ............................................ 10-1PParking ....................................................6-4
Part locations .......................................... 3-1SSafety information ...................................2-1
Seat ......................................................... 4-7
Shifting ....................................................6-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 4-3
Shift pedal, checking ............................. 7-16
Sidestand ................................................ 4-8
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 7-21
Spark arrester, cleaning ........................ 7-10
Spark plug, checking ...............................7-6
Specifications .......................................... 9-1
Speed limiter ........................................... 4-2
Starter (choke) lever................................ 4-7
Starting and warming up a cold engine ... 6-1
Starting circuit cut-off system .................. 4-8
Start switch.............................................. 4-2
Steering, checking.................................7-22
Storage....................................................8-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 7-25Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 7-21
TThrottle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 7-20
Throttle grip free play, checking............ 7-12
Tires ...................................................... 7-13
Troubleshooting .................................... 7-29
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 7-30VValve clearance .................................... 7-12
Vehicle Emission Control Information
label (For Canada).............................. 10-2
Vehicle identification number ................ 10-1WWheel bearings, checking..................... 7-22
Wheel (front) ......................................... 7-26
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 7-27
Wheels .................................................. 7-14
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