2022 YAMAHA PW50 tires

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
Handlebar switch............................ 4-1
Speed limiter and power reduction
plate ............................................ 4-1
Front brake lever ............................ 4-2
Rear brake lever ............................. 4-3
Fuel tank cap .................................. 4-3
Fuel ................................................. 4-4
Fuel tank breather hose.................. 4-5
2-stroke engine oil .......................... 4-6
Fuel cock ........................................ 4-6
Starter (choke) lever ...................... 4-7
Kickstarter ...................................... 4-7
Seat ................................................ 4-8
Cable lock (for Europe) ................... 4-9
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
Starting off ...................................... 6-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 6-3
Braking ........................................... 6-3
Engine break-in .............................. 6-4
Parking ........................................... 6-4
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 7-1
Owner’s tool kit .............................. 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 7-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 7-4 Checking the spark plug ................. 7-6
Removing the power reduction
plate ............................................. 7-7
Transmission oil .............................. 7-8
Middle and final gear cases .......... 7-10
Cleaning the air filter element ....... 7-10
Cleaning the spark arrester ........... 7-11
Adjusting the carburetor ............... 7-12
Adjusting the engine idling speed ......................................... 7-13
Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 7-14
Tires .............................................. 7-14
Panel wheels ................................. 7-16
Adjusting the front and rear brake lever free play ............................ 7-17
Checking the front and rear brake
shoes ......................................... 7-18
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 7-19
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ............... 7-19
Adjusting the Autolube pump ....... 7-20
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers ............................... 7-20
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand ................................ 7-21
Checking the front fork ................. 7-21
Checking the steering ................... 7-22
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 7-22
Front wheel ................................... 7-23
Rear wheel .................................... 7-24
Troubleshooting ............................ 7-27
Troubleshooting chart ................... 7-28
Motorcycle care an d stora ge .......... 8-1
Matte color caution ......................... 8-1
Care................................................. 8-1
Storage............................................ 8-3
Specifications ................................... 9-1
Consumer information ................... 10-1
Identification numbers .................. 10-1 Reporting safety defects (For
CA NADA
c

ustomers) ................. 10-3
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Location of important labels
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**.* 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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Safety information
2-3
2
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 25 kg (55 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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Safety information
2-4
2Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, an
d
Mo difications
While you may find aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accesso-
ries or modifications are not suitable
because of potential safety hazards to
you or others. Installing aftermarket
products or having other modifications
performed to your vehicle that change
any of the vehicle’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and others
at greater risk of serious injury or
death. You are responsible for injuries
related to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.  Never install accessories that
would impair the performance of
your motorcycle. Carefully inspect
the accessory before using it to
make sure that it does not in any
way reduce ground clearance or
cornering clearance, limit suspen-
sion travel, steering travel or con-
trol operation.
• Accessories fitted to the han- dlebar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improp-
er weight distribution. If acces-
sories are added to the
handlebar or front fork area,
they must be as lightweight as
possible and should be kept to
a minimum.
• Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle. Wind may at- tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become
unstable in cross winds.
• Certain accessories can dis- place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the
freedom of movement of the
operator and may limit control
ability, therefore, such accesso-
ries are not recommended.
 Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical ac-
cessories exceed the capacity of
the motorcycle’s electrical sys-
tem, an electric failure could re-
sult, which could cause a
dangerous loss of lights or engine
power.
Aftermarket Tires an d Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
motorcycle were designed to match
the performance capabilities and to
provide the best combination of han-
dling, braking, and comfort. Other
tires, rims, sizes, and combinations
may not be appropriate. Refer to page
7-14 for tire specifications and more in-
formation on replacing your tires.
Transportin g the Motorcycle
Be sure to observe following instruc-
tions before transporting the motorcy-
cle in another vehicle.  Remove all loose items from the
motorcycle.
 Check that the fuel cock is in the
“S” (stop) position and that there
are no fuel leaks.
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
5-1
5
EAU63440
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe oper-
ating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and
schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11152
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility
of an acci dent or equipment d amage. Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d
any pro blem. If a pro blem cannot be correcte d b y the proce dures provi ded
in this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKSPAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check fuel tank breather hose for obstructions, cracks
or damage, and check hose connection. 4-4, 4-5
2-stroke en gine oil • Check oil level in oil tank.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 4-6
Transmission oil • Check oil level in transmission case.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check for leakage. 7-8
Mi dd le an d final g ear
cases • Check vehicle for grease leakage.
7-10
Front brake • Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary. 7-17,
7-18
Rear brake • Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary. 7-17,
7-18
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. 7-14,
7-19
Control ca bles • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.
7-19
Wheels an d tires •Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. 7-14,
7-16
Brake levers • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
7-20
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-4
7
EAU69202
General maintenance an d lu brication chart
TIP
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they
require special tools, data and technical skills.
4 *Tires Check tread depth and for damage.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.
5
*Wheel bearings Check bearings for smooth operation.
Replace if necessary.
6
*Steering bearings Check bearing assemblies for
looseness.
7 *Middle and final gear
cases Check for grease leakage.
8
*Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fasteners.
9
*Autolube pump Check operation.
10
*Transmission oil Check for oil leakage.
Correct if necessary.
Change. Correct if necessary. Correct if necessary. Check gears for damage and wear.
Lubricate gears with
lithium-soap-based grease.
Moderately repack with
lithium-soap-based grease.
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
1 month3 months
6 months
6 months12 months
1 *
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*Front brake Check operation.
Adjust brake lever free play.√√√
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Replace brake shoes.
Whenever worn to the limit.
2Rear brake Check operation.
Adjust brake lever free play.
Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit.
Every 2 years
Every 2 years
3Wheels Check runout and for damage.
Replace if necessary.
THEREAFTER
EVERYINITIAL
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-14
7
EAU21386
Checkin g the throttle grip free
play
Measure the throttle grip free play as
shown.
Periodically check the throttle grip free
play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
dealer adjust it.
EAU64472
Tires
Tires are the only contact between the
vehicle and the ground. Safety in all
conditions of riding depends on a rela-
tively small area of contact. Therefore,
it is essential to maintain the tires in
good condition at all times and replace
them at the appropriate time with the
specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
before each ride.
WARNING
EWA15371
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or d eath from loss of
control.
The tire air pressure must be
checked and a djuste d on col d tires
(i.e., when the temperature of the
tires equals the am bient tempera-
ture).
1. Throttle grip free play
Throttle g rip free play:
1.5–3.5 mm (0.06–0.14 in)
1
Stan dar d tire air pressure:
Front: 100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
Rear:
100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-15
7 Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before each
ride. If the center tread depth reaches
the specified limit, if the tire has a nail
or glass fragments in it, or if the side-
wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer
replace the tire immediately.
Tire information
This model is equipped with tube tires.
Tires age, even if they have not been
used or have only been used occasion-
ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall
rubber, sometimes accompanied by
carcass deformation, is an evidence of
ageing. Old and aged tires shall be
checked by tire specialists to ascertain
their suitability for further use.
WARNING
EWA10462
The front an
d rear tires shoul d b e of
the same make an d d esi gn, other-
wise the han dlin g characteristics of
the vehicle may b e different, which
coul d lea d to an acci dent.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha.
WARNING
EWA15542
 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 lea d to
loss of control.
 The replacement of all wheel-
and b rake-related parts, includ-
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 puncture d tu be. If unavoid -
a b le, however, patch the tu be
very carefully an d replace it as
soon as possi ble with a hi gh-
quality prod uct.
 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,
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire tread depth
Minimum tire trea d d epth (front an d
rear): 4.0 mm (0.16 in)
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Front tire:
Size:2.50-10 4PR
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/M29
IRC/Z MARK II (Canada, Ocea-
nia, South Africa)
Rear tire: Size:2.50-10 4PR
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/M29
IRC/Z MARK II (Canada, Ocea-
nia, South Africa)
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