2016 YAMAHA TT-R50E brake

Motorcycle care and stora ge
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8
fected
area any lon ger than in-
structed . Also, thorou ghly rinse
the area off with water, immed i-
ately dry it, an d then apply a cor-
rosion protection spray.
 Improper cleanin g can damag e
plastic parts (such as cowlin gs,
panels, win dshield s, hea dlig ht
lenses, meter lenses, etc.) an d
the mufflers. Use only a soft,
clean cloth or spon ge with wa-
ter to clean plastic. However, if
the plastic parts cannot be thor-
ou ghly cleaned with water, di-
lute d mil d d eter gent with water
may be used . Be sure to rinse
off any d etergent resi due usin g
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.
 Do not use any harsh chemical
prod ucts on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoi d usin g cloths or
spon ges which have b een in
contact with stron g or a brasive
cleanin g pro ducts, solvent or
thinner, fuel ( gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhi bitors, brake flui d,
antifreeze or electrolyte.
 Do not use hi gh-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepag e and
d eterioration in the followin g ar-
eas: seals (of wheel an d swin g-
arm bearin gs, fork an d b rakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches an d li ghts), breather
hoses an d vents.
 For motorcycles equippe d with
a win dshiel d: Do not use stron g
cleaners or har d spon ges as
they will cause dullin g or scratchin
g. Some cleanin g
compoun ds for plastic may
leave scratches on the win d-
shiel d. Test the pro duct on a
small hidden part of the win d-
shiel d to make sure that it does
not leave any marks. If the win d-
shiel d is scratche d, use a quality
plast

ic polishin g compoun d af-
ter washin g.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain or near the sea
Since sea salt is extremely corrosive,
carry out the following steps after each
ride in the rain or near the sea.
1. Clean the motorcycle with cold water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
NOTICE: Do not use warm wa-
ter since it increases the corro-
sive action of the salt.
[ECA10792]
2. Apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal, including chrome-
and nickel-plated, surfaces to pre-
vent corrosion.
After cleanin g
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
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8-3
8 3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally in-
duced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be re-
moved through polishing.)
4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.
WARNING
EWA14502
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.  Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the tires.
 If necessary, wash the tires with
warm water and a mild d eter-
g ent. Before ri din g at hi gher
speed s, test the motorcycle’s
b rakin g performance an d cor-
nerin g b ehavior.
NOTICE
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 Apply spray oil an d wax spar-
in gly an d make sure to wipe off
any excess.
 Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber an d plastic parts, but
treat them with a suita ble care
prod uct. 
Avoi d using abrasive polishin g
compoun ds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIP
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
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Specifications
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Trail:34 mm (1.3 in)
Front tire:
Type:
With tube
Size: 2.50-10 4PR
Manufacturer/model: CHENG SHIN/C183A
Speed rating:
100 km/h (62 mph)
Rear tire:
Type:With tube
Size: 2.50-10 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C183A
Speed rating: 100 km/h (62 mph)
Loa din g:
Maximum rider weight:
40.0 kg (88 lb)
Tire air pressure (measure d on col d
tires):
Front:
100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
Rear: 100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size: 10x1.40
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size: 10x1.40
Front brake:
Type:
Mechanical leading trailing drum brake
Rear brake:
Type:
Mechanical leading trailing drum brake
Front suspension:
Type:Telescopic fork
Spring: Coil spring Wheel travel:
96 mm (3.8 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm
Spring: Coil spring
Shock absorber: Hydraulic damper
Wheel travel:
71 mm (2.8 in)
Electrical system:
System voltage:12 V
Ignition system: CDI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:GT4B-5
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 2.5 Ah (10 HR)
Fuse(s):
Fuse:10.0 A
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Index
A
Air filter element, cleaning ...................... 7-9
B
Battery .................................................. 7-26
Brake lever .............................................. 4-3
Brake lever, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-23
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............ 7-17
Brake pedal............................................. 4-4
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-23
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ........... 7-18
Brake shoes, checking ......................... 7-19
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-22
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 7-11
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Clutch free play, adjusting .................... 7-16
D
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 7-21
Drive chain slack................................... 7-20
E
Engine break-in....................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 7-12
Engine oil ................................................ 7-7
Engine serial number ............................ 10-1
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 6-2
Engine stop switch ................................. 4-1
F
Front fork, checking .............................. 7-25
Fuel ......................................................... 4-5
Fuel cock ................................................ 4-8
Fuel tank breather hose .......................... 4-7
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 4-4
Fuse, replacing ..................................... 7-28
H
Handlebar switches ................................ 4-1
I
Identification numbers .......................... 10-1
L
Labels, location....................................... 1-1
M
Main switch ............................................. 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ... 7-4
Maintenance, emission control
system .................................................. 7-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 8-1
Model label ........................................... 10-1
P
Parking .................................................... 6-4 Part locations ......................................... 3-1
S
Safety information .................................. 2-1
Seat ........................................................ 4-9
Shifting ................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal .............................................. 4-3
Shift pedal, checking ............................ 7-19
Sidestand ............................................. 4-10
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 7-24
Spark arrester, cleaning ....................... 7-10
Spark plug, checking ............................. 7-6
Specifications ......................................... 9-1
Speed limiter .......................................... 4-2
Starter (choke) lever ............................... 4-9
Starting and warming up a cold
engine .................................................. 6-1
Starting circuit cut-off system .............. 4-10
Start switch ............................................ 4-1
Steering, checking................................ 7-25
Storage ................................................... 8-4
Supporting the motorcycle................... 7-29
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 7-24
T
Throttle grip and cable, checking and lubricating .......................................... 7-22
Throttle grip free play, checking........... 7-13
Tires ...................................................... 7-14
Troubleshooting ................................... 7-33
Troubleshooting chart .......................... 7-34
V
Valve clearance .................................... 7-13
Vehicle Emission Control Information label (For Canada) .............................. 10-2
Vehicle identification number ............... 10-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking .................... 7-26
Wheel (front) ......................................... 7-29
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 7-31
Wheels .................................................. 7-15
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