2022 YAMAHA TT-R50E Owners Manual

Instrument and control functions
4-7
4
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Fuel cock
The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetor while filtering it
also.
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 run-
ning.
ON
With the lever in this position, fuel flows
to the carburetor. Normal riding is done
with the lever in this position. RES
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!
1. Arrow mark positioned over “OFF”
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
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Instrument and control functions
4-8
4
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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).
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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.
2. Place the seat in the original posi- tion, and then tighten the bolts.
TIP
Make sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
1. Starter (choke) lever Ž
1
(a)
(b)
1. Bolt
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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Instrument and control functions
4-9
4
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Si destan d
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
EWA14191
The vehicle must not be ri dden with
the si destan d d own, or if the si de-
stan d cannot b e properly move d up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
si destan d coul d contact the g round
an d d istract the operator, resultin g
in a possi ble loss of control.
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Startin g circuit cut-off system
This system prevents in-gear engine
starts. Periodically check the system
via the following procedure.
TIP
 This check is most reliable if per-
formed with a warmed-up engine.
 See pages 4-1 and 4-1 for switch
operation information.
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Instrument and control functions
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4
With the engine turned off:
1. Set engine stop switch to run position.
2. Turn main switch to on position.
3. Shift transmission into gear.
5. Push the start switch. 4. Apply front or rear brake.
Does the engine start?
6. Shift transmission into neutral.
7. Push the start switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK.
The motorcycle can be ridden.
The neutral switch may not be working.
The motorcycle should not be ridden
until checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The neutral switch may not be working.
The motorcycle should not be ridden
until checked by a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
If a malfunction is found, have the
vehicle inspected before riding.
NO YES
YES NO
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
5-1
5
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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 prob lem. If a pro blem cannot be corrected b y the proce dures provi ded
in this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha d ealer.
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. 4-5, 4-6
En gine 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. 7-17,
7-19
Rear brake • Check operation.
• Check pedal free play.
• Adjust if necessary. 7-18,
7-19
Throttle g rip • 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. 7-13,
7-23
Control ca bles • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary. 7-22
Drive chain • Check chain slack.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary. 7-20,
7-22
Wheels an d tires •Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary. 7-14,
7-15
Shift ped al • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Correct if necessary. 7-19
Brake ped al • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.
7-24
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
5-2
5
Brake lever• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary. 7-23
Si destan d • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.
7-24
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.
• Tighten if necessary. —
En gine stop switch • Check operation. 4-1
ITEM
CHECKSPAGE
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Operation and important ri din g points
6-1
6
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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
EWA10272
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which coul d cause an acci dent
or injury.
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Startin g an d warmin g up a
col d en gine
1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
2. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “ ”.
3. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
WARNING
EWA14411
Be sure to shift the transmission
into neutral b efore starting the
en gine.
 Never ri de with the si destan d
d own.
4. Turn the starter (choke) on and
completely close the throttle.
5. Start the engine by pushing the start switch.
6. When the engine is warm, turn the starter (choke) off.
TIP
The engine is warm when it responds
quickly to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off.
NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum en gine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!
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Operation and important rid ing points
6-2
6
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Startin g a warm en gine
Follow the same procedure as for
starting a cold engine with the excep-
tion that the starter (choke) is not re-
quired when the engine is warm.
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Shiftin g
This motorcycle has a 3-speed trans-
mission with a centrifugal, automatic
clutch. Shifting gears lets you control
the amount of engine power available
for starting off, accelerating, climbing
hills, etc.
The gear positions are shown in the il-
lustration.
TIP
To shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position ( ), press the shift pedal
down repeatedly until it reaches the
end of its travel.
NOTICE
ECA15442
Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, d o not
coast for lon g period s of time
with the en gine off, an d d o not
tow the motorcycle for lon g d is-
tances. The transmission is
properly lu bricated only when
the en gine is runnin g. Ina de-
quate lu brication may damag e
the transmission.
 Always release the throttle grip
b efore chan gin g g ears to avoi d
d amag ing the en gine, transmis-
1. Gear positions
2. Shift pedal
2
1
N1 2
3
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