2016 YAMAHA TT-R50E battery

Table of contents
Location of important la bels ........... 1-1
Safety information ............................ 2-1
Description ....................................... 3-1
Left view ......................................... 3-1
Right view ....................................... 3-2
Controls and instruments ............... 3-3
Instrument an d control functions ... 4-1
Main switch .................................... 4-1
Handlebar switches ........................ 4-1
Speed limiter .................................. 4-2
Shift pedal ...................................... 4-3
Brake lever...................................... 4-3
Brake pedal .................................... 4-4
Fuel tank cap .................................. 4-4
Fuel ................................................. 4-5
Fuel tank breather hose.................. 4-7
Fuel cock ........................................ 4-8
Starter (choke) lever ...................... 4-9
Seat ................................................ 4-9
Sidestand ..................................... 4-10
Starting circuit cut-off system ...... 4-10
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 5-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................ 6-1
Starting and warming up a cold engine ......................................... 6-1
Starting a warm engine .................. 6-2
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
Engine break-in .............................. 6-3
Parking ........................................... 6-4
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 7-1
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 7-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 7-4
Checking the spark plug ................ 7-6
Engine oil ........................................ 7-7
Cleaning the air filter element ......... 7-9 Cleaning the spark arrester ........... 7-10
Adjusting the carburetor ............... 7-11
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ......................................... 7-12
Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 7-13
Valve clearance ............................. 7-13
Tires .............................................. 7-14
Spoke wheels ................................ 7-15
Adjusting the clutch free play........ 7-16
Adjusting the brake lever free play ............................................ 7-17
Adjusting the brake pedal free play ............................................ 7-18
Checking the shift pedal ............... 7-19
Checking the front and rear brake shoes ......................................... 7-19
Drive chain slack ........................... 7-20
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain .......................................... 7-21
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 7-22
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 7-22
Checking and lubricating the brake lever ................................. 7-23
Checking and lubricating the brake pedal ................................ 7-23
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand ................................... 7-24
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ... 7-24
Checking the front fork ................. 7-25
Checking the steering ................... 7-25
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 7-26
Battery........................................... 7-26
Replacing the fuse ........................ 7-28
Supporting the motorcycle ........... 7-29
Front wheel ................................... 7-29
Rear wheel .................................... 7-31
Troubleshooting ............................ 7-33
Troubleshooting chart ................... 7-34
Motorcycle care an d stora ge .......... 8-1
Matte color caution ......................... 8-1
Care................................................. 8-1
Storage............................................ 8-4
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Location of important labels
1-7
1
**.* kPa
*.** kgf/cm²
*.* psi **.* kPa
*.** kgf/cm²
*.* psi
******
*** kW *** kg
1
23
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN****
1
Use unleaded gasoline only.
Measure the tire pressure when the tires are
cold.
Adjust the tire pressure.
Improper tire pressure can cause loss of
control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury or
death.
1
2
3 Model Name
Max. Power
Mass In Running Order
1 Year of construction
Turn off the main switch after riding to avoid
draining the battery.
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Description
3-1
3
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Left view
12 34 576
1. Fuel cock (page 4-8)
2. Throttle stop screw (page 7-12)
3. Air filter element (page 7-9)
4. Fuse (page 7-28)
5. Battery (page 7-26)
6. Engine oil drain bolt (page 7-7)
7. Shift pedal (page 4-3)
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-26
7
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Checkin g the wheel b earings
The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAU40447
Battery
The battery is located under the seat.
(See page 4-9.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery coupler connection needs
to be checked to make sure that it is
securely connected.
WARNING
EWA10761
 Electrolyte is poisonous an d
d an gerous since it contains sul-
furic aci d, which causes severe
b urns. Avoi d any contact with
skin, eyes or clothin g an d al-
ways shiel d your eyes when
workin g near b atteries. In case
of contact, ad minister the fol-
lowin g FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty of water.
INTERNAL: Drink lar ge quan-
tities of water or milk an d im-
me diately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and seek prompt
me dical attention.
1. Battery
2. Battery coupler
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7 
Batteries pro duce explosive hy-
d ro gen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, ci garettes, etc.,
away from the battery an d pro-
vi de sufficient ventilation when
char gin g it in an enclose d
space.
 KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To char ge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
have discharged. Keep in mind that the
battery tends to discharge more quick-
ly if the vehicle is equipped with op-
tional electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16522
To char ge a VRLA (Valve Re gulate d
Lea d Aci d) battery, a special (con-
stant-volta ge) battery char ger is re-
quire d. Using a conventional battery
char ger will dama ge the b attery.
To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removin g the
b attery, be sure the key is
turne d to “OFF” before discon-
nectin g the coupler.
[ECA16323]
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully char-
ge it if necessary. 3. Fully charge the battery before
installation. NOTICE: When in-
stallin g the b attery, be sure the
key is turned to “OFF” before
connectin g the coupler.
[ECA16931]
NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the b attery charged .
Storin g a d ischar ged battery can
cause permanent b attery damag e.
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-28
7
EAU42025
Replacin g the fuse
The fuse is located inside the battery
coupler.
If the fuse is blown, replace it as fol-
lows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off all electrical circuits.
2. Remove the seat. (See page 4-9.)
3. Remove the battery cover by re- moving the bolts.
4. Disconnect the battery coupler. 5. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a hi gher ampera ge
ratin g than recommen ded to
avoi d causin g extensive dam-
a g e to the electrical system an d
possi bly a fire.
[EWA15132]
6. Connect the battery coupler.
7. Install the battery cover by install-
ing the bolts.
8. Install the seat.
9. Turn the key to “ON”.
10. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
1. Battery coupler
2. Spare fuse
3. Fuse
1. Bolt
2. Battery
3. Battery cover
3
2
1
1. Battery coupler
Specified fuse:
10.0 A
1
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7
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Trou bleshootin g chart
1. FuelThere is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.Supply fuel.
Check the battery.
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The engine does not
start.
Check the battery.
The engine does not
start.
Check the ignition.
Wipe off with a dry
cloth and correct the
spark plug gap, or
replace the spark
plug.
Check the battery
lead connections,
and have a Yamaha
dealer charge the
battery if necessary.
2. BatteryThe battery is good.
3. IgnitionWet
Dry
There is compression.
There is no
compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not
start.
Check the
compression.Have a Yamaha
dealer check the
vehicle.
Open the throttle
halfway and operate
the electric starter.
Remove the spark
plug and check
the electrodes.
Operate the electric
starter.
Check the fuel level
in the fuel tank.
Operate the electric
starter.
4. Compression
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Motorcycle care and stora ge
8-5
8 9. Remove the battery and fully char-
ge it. Store it in a cool, dry place
and charge it once a month. Do
not store the battery in an exces-
sively 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
7-26.
TIP
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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