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DESCRIPTION
3-2
3
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Right view
4 65 32 1
1. Seat (page 4-7)
2. Fuel tank cap (page 4-4)
3. Spark plug cap (page 7-6)
4. Brake pedal (page 4-3)
5. Clutch adjusting screw (page 7-14)
6. Engine oil filler cap (page 7-7)
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DESCRIPTION
3-3
3
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Controls and instruments
14
5 2
6 3
1. Engine stop switch (page 4-1)
2. Starter (choke) lever (page 4-7)
3. Main switch (page 4-1)
4. Brake lever (page 4-3)
5. Throttle grip (page 7-12)
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4
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Main switch The main switch controls the ignition
system. The main switch positions are
described below.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10072
Never turn the key to “OFF” while
the vehicle is moving, otherwise the
electrical systems will be switched
off, which may result in loss of con-
trol or an accident.
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Handlebar switches Left
Right1. Engine stop switch“/”
1. Start switch“”
1
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4
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Engine stop switch“/”
Set this switch to“” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to“” to
stop the engine in case of an emergen-
cy, such as when the vehicle overturns
or when the throttle cable is stuck.
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Start switch“”
Push this switch to crank the engine
with the starter. See page 6-1 for start-
ing instructions prior to starting the en-
gine.
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Speed limiter Your motorcycle is equipped with an
adjustable speed limiter. The speed
limiter keeps the throttle from fully
opening, even when the throttle grip is
turned to the maximum.
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. To increase the maximum engine
power available and the maximum
speed of the motorcycle, turn the
adjusting screw in direction (a). To
decrease the maximum engine
power available and the maximum
speed of the motorcycle, turn the
adjusting screw in direction (b).
3. Tighten the locknut.
WARNING
EWA14403
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 28 mm (1.1 in). Always
make sure the throttle grip free play
is adjusted to 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20
in). (See page 7-12.)
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting screw
12
(b)
(a)
1. No more than 28 mm (1.1 in)
1
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4
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Shift pedal This motorcycle is equipped with a con-
stant-mesh 3-speed transmission. The
shift pedal is located on the left side of
the motorcycle. Neutral is at the bottom
position.
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Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip.
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Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
1. Shift pedal
2. Neutral position
1. Brake lever
1
1. Brake pedal
1
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4
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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
EWA11091
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
EWA10881
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.3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-
ately. NOTICE: Immediately wipe
off spilled fuel with a clean, dry,
soft cloth, since fuel may deteri-
orate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
[ECA10071]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel
tank cap.
WARNING
EWA15151
Gasoline is poisonous and can
cause injury or death. Handle gaso-
line with care. Never siphon gaso-
line by mouth. If you should swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas-
oline vapor, or get some gasoline in
your eyes, see your doctor immedi-
1. Fuel tank cap
1
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Maximum fuel level
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4 ately. If gasoline spills on your skin,
wash with soap and water. If gaso-
line spills on your clothing, change
your clothes.
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NOTICE
ECA11400
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,
as well as to the exhaust system.Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use regular unleaded gaso-
line with a pump octane number
[(R+M)/2] of 86 or higher, or a researchoctane number of 91 or higher. If
knocking (or pinging) occurs, use a
gasoline of a different brand or premi-
um unleaded fuel. Use of unleaded fuel
will extend spark plug life and reduce
maintenance costs.
Gasohol
There are two types of gasohol: gaso-
hol containing ethanol and that contain-
ing methanol. Gasohol containing
ethanol can be used if the ethanol con-
tent does not exceed 10% (E10). Gas-
ohol containing methanol is not
recommended by Yamaha because it
can cause damage to the fuel system
or vehicle performance problems.
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Fuel tank breather hose Before operating the motorcycle:
Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.
Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if damaged.
Make sure that the fuel tank
breather hose is not blocked, and
clean it if necessary.
Recommended fuel:
TT-R50E Regular unleaded gasoline
or gasohol (E10)
TT-R50EB Regular unleaded gaso-
line or gasohol (E10) (CAN)
TT-R50EB Unleaded gasoline or
gasohol (E10) (AUS)(NZL)
Fuel tank capacity:
3.1 L (0.82 US gal, 0.68 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
0.4 L (0.11 US gal, 0.09 Imp.gal)
1. Fuel tank breather hose
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4
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Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetor while filtering it al-
so.
The fuel cock has three positions:
OFF
With the lever in this position, fuel will
not flow. Always return the lever to this
position when the engine is not running.ON
With the lever in this position, fuel flows
to the carburetor. Normal riding is done
with the lever in this position.
RESThis indicates reserve. If you run out of
fuel while riding, move the lever to this
position. Fill the tank at the first oppor-
tunity. Be sure to set the lever back to
“ON” after refueling!1. Arrow mark positioned over “OFF”
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
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