2013 YAMAHA SLIDER 50 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Luggage hook
WARNING
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Do not exceed the load limit of
3.0 kg (6.6 lb) for the luggage
hook.
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Do not exceed the maximum
load of 184 kg (406 lb) for the ve-
hicle.
1. Luggage hook
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11151
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in
this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.3-5
2-stroke engine oil Check oil level in oil tank.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage.3-7
Final transmission oil Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-8
Front brake Check operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-14, 6-14
Rear brake Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.6-13, 6-14
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Throttle grip Make sure that operation is smooth.
Check throttle grip free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate cable
and grip housing.6-10, 6-16
Wheels and tires Check for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-10, 6-12
Brake levers Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-16
Centerstand Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-17
Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switches Check operation.
Correct if necessary.—
Battery Check fluid level.
Fill with distilled water if necessary.6-19 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10271
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accident
or injury.
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Starting a cold engine NOTICE
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See page 5-4 for engine break-in in-
structions prior to operating the ve-
hicle for the first time.1. Turn the key to “ ”, and when the
oil level warning light comes on,
turn the key to “ ”.NOTICE
ECA10240
If the oil level warning light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.2. Turn the starter (choke) on and
close the throttle completely. (See
page 3-7.)3. While applying the front or rear
brake, start the engine by pushing
the start switch or by pushing the
kickstarter lever down.
If the engine fails to start by push-
ing the start switch, release the
switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting at-
tempt should be as short as possi-
ble to preserve the battery. Do not
crank the engine more than 5 sec-
onds on any one attempt. If the en-
gine does not start with the starter
motor, try using the kickstarter.
4. After starting the engine, move the
starter (choke) lever back halfway.
5. When the engine is warm, turn the
starter (choke) off.
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TIPThe engine is warm when it responds
quickly to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off.NOTICE
ECA11042
For maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine is
cold!
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Starting a warm engine Follow the same procedure as for start-
ing a cold engine with the exception
that the starter (choke) is not required
when the engine is warm.
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Starting off TIPBefore starting off, allow the engine to
warm up.1. While pulling the rear brake lever
with your left hand and holding the
grab bar with your right hand, push
the scooter off the centerstand.
2. Sit astride the seat, and then ad-
just the rear view mirrors.
3. Switch the turn signals on.
4. Check for oncoming traffic, and
then slowly turn the throttle grip (on
the right) in order to take off.
5. Switch the turn signals off.ZAUM0893
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Acceleration and deceleration The speed can be adjusted by opening
and closing the throttle. To increase the
speed, turn the throttle grip in direction
(a). To reduce the speed, turn the throt-
tle grip in direction (b).
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Braking
WARNING
EWA10300
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Avoid braking hard or suddenly
(especially when leaning over to
one side), otherwise the scooter
may skid or overturn.
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Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road con-
struction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Therefore, slow
down when approaching such
areas and cross them with cau-
tion.
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Keep in mind that braking on a
wet road is much more difficult.
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Ride slowly down a hill, as brak-
ing downhill can be very diffi-
cult.
1. Close the throttle completely.
2. Apply both front and rear brakes
simultaneously while gradually in-
creasing the pressure.
(b)
(a)
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Tips for reducing fuel con-
sumption Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:●
Avoid high engine speeds during
acceleration.
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Avoid high engine speeds with no
load on the engine.
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Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length of
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or at railroad crossings).
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Engine break-in There is never a more important period
in the life of your engine than the period
between 0 and 1000 km (600 mi). For
this reason, you should read the follow-
ing material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
put an excessive load on it for the first
1000 km (600 mi). The various parts in
the engine wear and polish themselves
to the correct operating clearances.
During this period, prolonged full-throt-
tle operation or any condition that might
result in engine overheating must be
avoided.
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0–150 km (0–90 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/3
throttle. Vary the speed of the scooter
from time to time. Do not operate it at
one set throttle position.
150–500 km (90–300 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2
throttle.
500–1000 km (300–600 mi)
Avoid cruising speeds in excess of 3/4
throttle.1000 km (600 mi) and beyond
Avoid prolonged full throttle operation.
Vary speeds occasionally. NOTICE:
After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation,
the final transmission oil must be
changed.
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NOTICE
ECA10270
If any engine trouble should occur
during the engine break-in period,
immediately have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
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Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
WARNING
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Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to
touch them and be burned.
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Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn, increasing the
risk of a fuel leak and fire.
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Do not park near grass or other
flammable materials which
might catch fire.
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