2013 YAMAHA AEROX50 warning

INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the NS50/NS50N, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the
design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your NS50/NS50N. The Owner’s Man-
ual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your scooter, but also in how to safeguard yourself and
others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your scooter in the best possible condition. If you have any fur-
ther questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
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 scooter 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 scooter.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.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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TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
Further safe-riding points ................1-5
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Indicator lights and warning light ....3-2
Speedometer unit (NS50N) .............3-3
Multi-function display (NS50)...........3-4
Handlebar switches ........................3-6
Front brake lever ............................3-7
Rear brake lever .............................3-7
Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil tank
caps .............................................3-8
Fuel .................................................3-9
Catalytic converter ........................3-10
2-stroke engine oil ........................3-10
Kickstarter .....................................3-11
Seats ............................................3-11
Storage compartment ...................3-12
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly (if equipped) ...............3-13FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting a cold engine .................... 5-1
Starting off ...................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 5-2
Braking ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-3
Removing and installing the cowling
and panel .................................... 6-6
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-7
Final transmission oil ...................... 6-8
Coolant ........................................... 6-9
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-10
Adjusting the carburetor ............... 6-11
Checking the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 6-11
Tires ............................................. 6-12
Cast wheels .................................. 6-14Checking the front and rear brake
lever free play ........................... 6-14
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-15
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-15
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-16
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 6-17
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .............................. 6-17
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand ............................... 6-17
Checking the front fork ................. 6-18
Checking the steering .................. 6-19
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-19
Battery ......................................... 6-19
Replacing the fuse ....................... 6-21
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-22
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb ........................................... 6-23
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-23
License plate light ........................ 6-24
Replacing the auxiliary light bulb
(if equipped) .............................. 6-24
Troubleshooting ........................... 6-25
Troubleshooting charts ................ 6-26
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE... 7-1
Matte color caution ........................ 7-1
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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 scooter.
Scooters 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 scooter.
He or she should:●
Obtain thorough instructions from
a competent source on all aspects
of scooter 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.
●
Never operate a scooter without
proper training or instruction. Take
a training course. Beginners
should receive training from a cer-
tified instructor. Contact an autho-
rized scooter dealer to find out
about the training courses nearest
you.
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 4-1
for a list of pre-operation checks.
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This scooter is designed to carry
the operator and a passenger.
TIPAlthough this scooter is designed to
carry a passenger, always comply with
the local regulations.●
The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize scooters in traffic is
the predominating cause of auto-
mobile/scooter accidents. Many
accidents have been caused by anautomobile driver who did not see
the scooter. Making yourself con-
spicuous appears to be very effec-
tive 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 scooter accidents to
occur.
Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.
Never maintain a scooter with-
out proper knowledge. Contact
an authorized scooter dealer to
inform you on basic scooter
maintenance. Certain mainte-
nance can only be carried out by
certified staff.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
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ON “ ”
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power, the meter lighting comes on,
and the engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed.TIPThe headlight and taillight come on au-
tomatically when the engine is started.
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OFF “ ”
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
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Never turn the key to “ ” or “ ”
while the vehicle is moving. Other-
wise the electrical systems will be
switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
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LOCK “ ”
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “ ” posi-
tion, and then turn it to “ ” while
still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.1. Push.
2. Turn.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to “ ”
while still pushing it.
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Indicator lights and warning
light NS50
NS50N
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Turn signal indicator light “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left or
right.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Oil level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if the oil
level in the 2-stroke engine oil tank is
low during operation. If the warning
light comes on during operation, stop
immediately and fill the oil tank with Ya-
malube 2 or equivalent 2-stroke engine
oil of either JASO grade “FC” or ISO
grades “EG-C” or “EG-D”. The warning
light should go off after the 2-stroke en-
gine oil tank has been refilled.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key
to “ ”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
1. Push.
2. Turn.
1. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
4. Fuel level warning light “ ”
5. Oil level warning light “ ”ZAUM0908
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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TIPIf the warning light does not come on
when the key is in the “ ” position or
does not go off after the 2-stroke en-
gine oil tank has been refilled, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.NOTICE
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Do not operate the vehicle until you
know that the engine oil level is suf-
ficient.
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Fuel level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
1.0 L (0.26 US gal, 0.22 Imp.gal). When
this occurs, refuel as soon as possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key
to “ ”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ ”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
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Coolant temperature warning
light “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine overheats. If this occurs, stop the
engine immediately and allow the en-
gine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key
to “ ”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ ”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.NOTICE
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Do not continue to operate the en-
gine if it is overheating.TIP●
For radiator-fan-equipped vehi-
cles, the radiator fan(s) automati-
cally switch on or off according to
the coolant temperature in the ra-
diator.
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If the engine overheats, see page
6-27 for further instructions.
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Speedometer unit (NS50N)The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer, an odometer and a fuel
meter. The speedometer shows riding
speed. The odometer shows the total
distance traveled. The fuel meter indi-
cates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
(See page 3-2 for an explanation of the
fuel level warning light.)1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Multi-function display (NS50)TIPThe multi-function display performs the
following self-test for three seconds in
order to check the electrical circuit.●
The speedometer digits display
from 0 to 80, and then from 80 to 0
in kilometers. If the speedometer is
set to miles, the digits will display
from 0 to 50, and then from 50 to 0.
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All LCD segments and warning
lights come on and then go off.
WARNING
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Be sure to stop the vehicle before
making any setting changes to the
multi-function display. Changing
settings while riding can distract the
operator and increase the risk of an
accident.The multi-function display is equipped
with the following:●
a digital clock
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a digital speedometer (which
shows riding speed)
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an odometer (which shows the to-
tal distance traveled)
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a tripmeter (which shows the dis-
tance traveled since it was last set
to zero)
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a fuel reserve tripmeter (which
shows the distance traveled on the
fuel reserve)
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a fuel gauge
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a self-diagnosis device
TIP●
Be sure to turn the key to “ ” be-
fore using the “RESET/SELECT”
button.
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For the U.K. only: To switch the
speedometer and odometer/trip-
meter displays between kilometers
and miles, when the main switch is
turned to “ ”, press the “RE-
SET/SELECT” button for at least
eight seconds.
To set the clock:1. Select the odometer and push the
“RESET/SELECT” button for at
least three seconds.
2. When the hour digits start flashing,
push the “RESET/SELECT” button
to set the hours.
3. To change the minutes digits, push
the “RESET/SELECT” button for
at least three seconds.
1. Speedometer
2. Clock
3. “RESET/SELECT” button
4. Odometer/tripmeters/fuel reserve tripmeter
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