Introduction
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha TT-R50E / TT-R50EG. This
model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in the production of fine sporting,
touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of crafts-
manship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic
maintenance of this motorcycle. If you have any questions concerning the opera-
tion or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the
emissions standards for clean air applicable at the date of manufacture. Yamaha
has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of oper-
ation of the motorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you
and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance
schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. There- fore, while this manual contains the most current product information available at
the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle
and this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a
Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please rea d this manual carefully an d completely before operating this mo-
torcycle.
WARNING
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This motorcycle is desi gne d an d manufactured for off-road use only. It is il-
le gal to operate this motorcycle on any pu blic street, road or highway. Such
use is prohi bite d b y law. This motorcycle complies with almost all state off-
hi ghway noise level an d spark arrester laws an d re gulations. Please check
your local ri din g laws an d re gulations before operatin g this motorcycle.
AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:
Read this manual completely before operating your motorcycle. Make sure
you understand all instructions.
Pay close attention to the warning and notice labels on the motorcycle.
Never operate a motorcycle without proper training or instruction.
Weight of the rider should not exceed 40.0 kg (88 lb).
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Safety information
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ventilated areas. If you experience any
symptoms of carbon monoxide poi-
soning, leave the area immediately, get
fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREAT-
MENT.
Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine exhaust
with fans or open windows and
doors, carbon monoxide can rap-
idly reach dangerous levels.
Do not run engine in poorly venti-
lated or partially enclosed areas
such as barns, garages, or car-
ports.
Do not run engine outdoors where
engine exhaust can be drawn into
a building through openings such
as windows and doors.
Loa din g
Adding accessories to your motorcycle
can adversely affect stability and han-
dling if the weight distribution of the
motorcycle is changed. To avoid the
possibility of an accident, use extreme
caution when adding accessories to
your motorcycle. Use extra care when
riding a motorcycle that has added ac-
cessories. Here are some general
guidelines to follow if adding accesso-
ries to your motorcycle:
Operation of an overload ed vehicle
coul d cause an acci dent.
The weight of the operator must
not exceed 40.0 kg (88 lb).
Accessory weight should be kept
as low and close to the motorcy-
cle as possible. Securely pack
your heaviest items as close to the
center of the vehicle as possible
and make sure to distribute the weight as evenly as possible on
both sides of the motorcycle to
minimize imbalance or instability.
Shifting weights can create a sud-
den imbalance. Make sure that
accessories are securely attached
to the motorcycle before riding.
Check accessory mounts fre-
quently.
• Properly adjust the suspension for your load (suspension-ad-
justable models only), and
check the condition and pres-
sure of your tires.
• Never attach any large or heavy items to the handlebar, front
fork, or front fender.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle
is an important decision. Genuine
Yamaha accessories, which are avail- able only from a Yamaha dealer, have
been designed, tested, and approved
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
Many companies with no connection
to Yamaha manufacture parts and ac-
cessories or offer other modifications
for Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in
a position to test the products that
these aftermarket companies produce.
Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
dorse nor recommend the use of ac-
cessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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7 After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha.
WARNING
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Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Operat-
in g the motorcycle with exces-
sively worn tires decreases
ri din g sta bility an d can lead to
loss of control.
The replacement of all wheel-
and b rake-relate d parts, inclu d-
in g the tires, shoul d b e left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
e dge an d experience.
It is not recommen ded to patch
a punctured tube. If unavoi d-
a b le, however, patch the tu be
very carefully an d replace it as
soon as possi ble with a hi gh-
quality pro duct.
Ride conservatively after
chan gin g a tire since the tire
must seat itself on the rim prop-
erly. Failure to allow proper
seatin g may cause tire failure,
which may result in damag e to
the motorcycle an d injury to the
ri der.
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Spoke wheels
WARNING
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The wheels on this mod el are not
d esi gne d for use with tu beless tires.
Do not attempt to use tu beless tires
on this mod el.
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be
checked for cracks, bends, warp-
age or other damage, and the
spokes for looseness or damage
before each ride. If any damage is
found, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the wheel. Do not attempt
even the smallest repair to the
wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.
Front tire:
Size:2.50-10 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C183A
Rear tire: Size:
2.50-10 4PR
Manufacturer/model: CHENG SHIN/C183A
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Specifications
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Dimensions:
Overall length:1305 mm (51.4 in)
Overall width:
595 mm (23.4 in)
Overall height: 795 mm (31.3 in)
Seat height: 555 mm (21.9 in)
Wheelbase:
925 mm (36.4 in)
Ground clearance: 135 mm (5.31 in)
Wei ght:
Curb weight:
57 kg (126 lb)
Technical permissible mass (Maximum load +
Curb weight): 97 kg (214 lb)
Noise an d vi bration level:
Noise level (77/311/EEC):
76.7 dB(A) at 4250 r/min (TT-R50E)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008): Will not exceed 0.5 m/s² (TT-R50E)
Vibration on handlebar (EN1032, ISO5008):
Will not exceed 2.5 m/s² (TT-R50E)
Engine:
Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system:
Air cooled
Valve train: SOHC
Number of cylinders: Single cylinder
Displacement:
49 cm³
Bore × stroke:
36.0 × 48.6 mm (1.42 × 1.91 in)
Compression ratio: 9.5 : 1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Engine oil:
Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades: 10W-40 Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity: Oil change:
0.80 L (0.85 US qt, 0.70 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element: Wet element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:Regular unleaded gasoline (Gasohol [E10]
acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity:
3.1 L (0.8 US gal, 0.7 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 0.4 L (0.11 US gal, 0.09 Imp.gal)
Car buretor:
Type × quantity:
VM11 × 1
Spark plu g(s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR7HSA
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:Wet, centrifugal, multiple-disc
Drivetrain:
Primary reduction ratio:3.722 (67/18)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio:
2.846 (37/13)
Transmission type: Constant mesh 3-speed
Gear ratio: 1st:3.250 (39/12)
2nd: 1.737 (33/19)
3rd:
1.217 (28/23)
Chassis:
Frame type: Backbone
Caster angle:
25.50 °
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Consumer information
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Id entification num bers
Record the vehicle identification num-
ber, engine serial number, and the
model label information in the spaces
provided below. These identification
numbers are needed when registering
the vehicle with the authorities in your
area and when ordering spare parts
from a Yamaha dealer.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26401Vehicle i dentification num ber The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.
TIP
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in your
area.
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gine serial num ber
The engine serial number is stamped
into the crankcase.
EAU26481Mo del lab el
The model label is affixed to the frame
under the seat. (See page 4-9.) Record
the information on this label in the
1. Vehicle identification number
1
1. Engine serial number
1. Model label
1
1
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