2013 YAMAHA TTR50 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-6
4
For Oceania
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 unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or high-
er. 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.
For South Africa
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 research octane number of
91 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-
curs, use a gasoline of a different brand
or premium unleaded fuel. Use of un-
leaded 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.
Recommended fuel:
Unleaded gasoline or gasohol (E10)
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)
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline or gaso-
hol (E10)
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)
U2CJ80E0.book Page 6 Tuesday, June 12, 2012 11:15 AM

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-7
4
EAU13412
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.
EAU13561
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.
RES
1. Fuel tank breather hose
1. Arrow mark positioned over “OFF”
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
U2CJ80E0.book Page 7 Tuesday, June 12, 2012 11:15 AM

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-8
4
This 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!
EAU13590
Starter (choke) lever “ ” Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (a) to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (b) to turn off
the starter (choke).
EAU13960
Seat To remove the seat
Remove the bolts, and then pull the
seat off.
To install the seat
1. Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the seat holders as
shown.
1. Starter (choke) lever “ ”
1
(a)
(b)
1. Bolt
U2CJ80E0.book Page 8 Tuesday, June 12, 2012 11:15 AM

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-9
42. Place the seat in the original posi-tion, and then tighten the bolts.
TIPMake sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
EAU37490
Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.
WARNING
EWA14190
The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side-
stand cannot be properly moved up (or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
EAU41611
Starting circuit cut-off system The starting circuit cut-off system pre-
vents starting when the transmission is
in gear.
Periodically check the operation of the
starting circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.TIPThis check is most reliable if performed
with a warmed-up engine.
1. Projection
2. Seat holderU2CJ80E0.book Page 9 Tuesday, June 12, 2012 11:15 AM

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-10
4
With the engine turned off:
1. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “”.
2. Turn the key to “ON”.
3. Shift the transmission into gear.
4. Keep the front or rear brake applied.
5. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
6. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
7. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden
until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
YES
NO
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES
NO
If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system before riding.
WARNING
U2CJ80E0.book Page 10 Tuesday, June 12, 2012 11:15 AM

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
5-1
5
EAU15596
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:
ITEMCHECKS PAGE
Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank.
Refuel if necessary.
Check fuel line for leakage.
Check fuel tank breather hose for obs
tructions, cracks or damage, and check
hose connection. 4-4, 4-7
Engine oil Check oil level in engine.
If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
Check vehicle for oil leakage. 7-7
Front brake Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.
7-15, 7-17
Rear brake Check operation.
Check pedal free play.
Adjust if necessary. 7-16, 7-17
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. 7-12, 7-20
U2CJ80E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2012 11:15 AM

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
5-2
5
Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary. 7-20
Drive chain Check chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary.
7-18, 7-19
Wheels and tires Check for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary. 7-13, 7-14
Shift pedal Make sure that operation is smooth.
Correct if necessary. 7-17
Brake pedal Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.
7-21
Brake lever Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary. 7-20
Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary. 7-21
Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.
—
Engine stop switch Check operation. 4-1
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
U2CJ80E0.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 12, 2012 11:15 AM

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
6-1
6
EAU15951
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.
EAU40098
Starting and warming up a
cold engine 1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
2. Turn the key to “ON” and makesure that the engine stop switch is
set to “ ”.
3. Shift the transmission into the neu- tral position.
WARNING
EWA14410
●
Be sure to shift the transmis-
sion into neutral before starting
the engine.
●
Never ride with the sidestand
down.
4. Turn the starter (choke) on andcompletely close the throttle.
5. Start the engine by pushing the start switch.
6. When the engine is warm, turn the starter (choke) off.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!
U2CJ80E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2012 11:15 AM