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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL CW50 CW50L CW50N 2B6-F8199-E1...
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EAU46090 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the CW50/CW50L/CW50N, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology re- garding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10133 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ....1-1 Luggage hook ......3-11 Cast wheels ......... 6-13 Further safe-riding points ....1-5 Checking the front brake lever free FOR YOUR SAFETY – play ........... 6-13 DESCRIPTION ........2-1 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ..... 4-1 Adjusting the rear brake lever free Left view ..........2-1 play ...........
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE ...7-1 Matte color caution ......7-1 Care ..........7-1 Storage ...........7-3 SPECIFICATIONS ......8-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION.....9-1 Identification numbers ....9-1...
SAFETY INFORMATION ● EAUT1018 Never operate a scooter without automobile driver who did not see proper training or instruction. Take the scooter. Making yourself con- training course. Beginners spicuous appears to be very effec- Be a Responsible Owner should receive training from a cer- tive in reducing the chance of this As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- tified instructor.
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SAFETY INFORMATION ● Many accidents involve inexperi- • Always signal before turning or Protective Apparel enced operators. In fact, many op- changing lanes. Make sure that The majority of fatalities from scooter erators who have been involved in other motorists can see you. accidents are the result of head inju- accidents do not even have a cur- ●...
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SAFETY INFORMATION ● ● Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Do not run engine outdoors where Cargo accessory weight All engine exhaust contains carbon engine exhaust can be drawn into should be kept as low and close to monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car- a building through openings such the scooter as possible.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- characteristics can put you and others effects. Wind may attempt to lift able only from a Yamaha dealer, have at greater risk of serious injury or death. the scooter, or the scooter may been designed, tested, and approved...
SAFETY INFORMATION Aftermarket Tires and Rims straps carefully so the straps will EAU10373 Further safe-riding points The tires and rims that came with your not rub against painted surfaces ● Be sure to signal clearly when scooter were designed to match the during transport.
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SAFETY INFORMATION ● Always wear a helmet, gloves, trousers (tapered around the cuff and ankle so they do not flap), and a bright colored jacket. ● Do not carry too much luggage on the scooter. An overloaded scoot- er is unstable. Use a strong cord to secure any luggage to the carrier (if equipped).
DESCRIPTION EAU10420 Right view 1. Grab bar (page 5-2) 9. Securing bracket (page 3-9) 2. Oil tank cap (page 3-8) 3. Fuel tank cap (page 3-6) 4. Throttle grip (page 6-10) 5. Right handlebar switch (page 3-5) 6. Front brake lever (page 3-5) 7.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10461 EAU10661 To lock the steering Main switch/steering lock OFF “ ” 1. Turn the handlebars all the way to All electrical systems are off. The key the left. can be removed. 2. Push the key in from the “ ”...
2-stroke en- Turn signal indicator light “ ” gine oil tank has been refilled, have a (CW50N) Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir- This indicator light flashes when the cuit. turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right.
Turn the key to “ ”. If the warning light EAUM2910 does not come on, have a Yamaha Fuel level warning light “ ” dealer check the electrical circuit. (CW50N) ZAUM0555 1. Speedometer 2.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS The speedometer unit is equipped with EAUM1590 EAU12111 Speedometer unit (CW50N) Fuel gauge (CW50/CW50L) a speedometer and an odometer. The speedometer shows riding speed. The odometer shows the total distance trav- eled. ZAUM0967 ZAUM0964 1. Speedometer 1.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU1234B EAU12400 EAU12901 Handlebar switches Front brake lever Dimmer switch “ ” Set this switch to “ ” for the high Left beam and to “ ” for the low beam. EAU12460 Turn signal switch “ ”...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12951 EAU13202 To install the 2-stroke engine oil tank Rear brake lever Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil cap, push it into the oil tank opening. tank caps EWA10141 WARNING The fuel tank cap and the 2-stroke en- gine oil tank cap are located under the Make sure that the fuel and 2-stroke seat.
[ECA10071] the pilot lights of water heaters and 4. Be sure to securely close the fuel clothes dryers. Your Yamaha engine has been de- tank cap. 2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop signed to use premium unleaded gaso-...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13433 ECA10701 EAU13453 Catalytic converter 2-stroke engine oil NOTICE This model is equipped with a catalytic Make sure that there is sufficient 2- Use only unleaded gasoline. The use converter in the exhaust system. stroke engine oil in the oil tank. Add the of leaded gasoline will cause unre- recommended 2-stroke engine oil as EWA10862...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAUS1050 EAUT1040 EAU13932 Kickstarter Securing bracket Seat To open the seat 1. Place the scooter on the center- stand. 2. Insert the key into the main switch, and then turn it counterclockwise to “OPEN”. ZAUM0146 ZAUM0559 1.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAUM1580 EAU14833 Anti-theft device housing Adjusting the shock absorber assembly (CW50L model only) This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust- ing ring. ECA10101 NOTICE To avoid damaging the mechanism, ZAUM0558 do not attempt to turn beyond the 1.
ZAUM0562 damping performance. Standard: 1. Luggage hook ● Do not dispose of a damaged or Maximum (hard): worn-out shock absorber as- sembly yourself. Take the shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha dealer for any service. 3-11...
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. Final transmission oil • Check vehicle for oil leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Front brake • Replace if necessary.
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 6-10, 6-16 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. • Check for damage. • Check tire condition and tread depth.
NOTICE If the oil level warning light does not ZAUM0367 come on, have a Yamaha dealer If the engine fails to start by push- check the electrical circuit. ing the start switch, release the switch, wait a few seconds, and then try again.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS ECA11042 EAU16761 EAU16780 Starting off Acceleration and deceleration NOTICE For maximum engine life, never ac- celerate hard when the engine is Before starting off, allow the engine to cold! warm up. 1. While pulling the rear brake lever with your left hand and holding the grab bar with your right hand, push the scooter off the centerstand.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU16793 EAU16820 Braking Tips for reducing fuel con- EWA10300 sumption WARNING Fuel consumption depends largely on ● Avoid braking hard or suddenly your riding style. Consider the following (especially when leaning over to tips to reduce fuel consumption: one side), otherwise the scooter ●...
– possibly leading to pending on the weather, terrain, geo- that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha death. See page 1-3 for more in- graphical location, and individual use, dealers are trained and equipped to...
● From 30000 km (17500 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6000 km (3500 mi). ● Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. EAU46920 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU17718 General maintenance and lubrication chart ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 km CHECK (600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi) √ √...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 km CHECK (600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi) • Check bearing play and steering √ √...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 km CHECK (600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi) • Check operation. • Check throttle grip free play, and √...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18722 To install the cowling EAU19210 Removing and installing the Panel B Place the cowling in the original posi- cowling and panels tion, and then install the screws. To remove the panel The cowling and panels shown need to Remove the screws, and then take the be removed to perform some of the EAU19272...
Clean the surface of the spark plug such problems yourself. Instead, have gasket and its mating surface, and then a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. wipe off any grime from the spark plug If the spark plug shows signs of elec- threads.
[EWA11311] checked for oil leakage before each ride. If any leakage is found, have a Recommended final transmission Yamaha dealer check and repair the oil: See page 8-1. scooter. In addition, the final transmis- Oil quantity: sion oil must be changed as follows at 0.11 L (0.12 US qt, 0.10 Imp.qt)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAUM1642 NOTICE: To avoid dam- [EWA10431] Cleaning the air filter element aging the foam material, handle The air filter element should be wet but The air filter element should be cleaned it gently and carefully, and do not dripping.
The throttle grip free play should mea- sure 1.5–3.0 mm (0.06–0.12 in) at the inner edge of the throttle grip. Periodi- cally check the throttle grip free play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha deal- er adjust it. ZAUM0053 The tire air pressure should be checked and, if necessary, adjusted before each ride.
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WARNING glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is for this model. Never overload your vehicle. Opera- cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re- tion of an overloaded vehicle could place the tire immediately. cause an accident. Minimum tire tread depth (front and rear): 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
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CW50L 130/70-12 56L After extensive tests, only the tires list- CW50N 150/80-10 65L ed below have been approved for this Manufacturer/model: CW50 PIRELLI / SL90 model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. CW50L PIRELLI / EVO22 CW50N PIRELLI / SL90 EWA10471 WARNING ●...
● The wheel rims should be checked for cracks, bends, warpage or oth- er damage before each ride. If any damage is found, have a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel. Do not attempt even the smallest repair to ZAUM0107 ZAUM0108 the wheel.
Check each front brake pad for dam- point that the wear indicator reaches age and measure the lining thickness. If the wear limit line, have a Yamaha a brake pad is damaged or if the lining dealer replace the brake shoes as a thickness is less than 3.1 mm (0.12 in),...
If the brake ● Use only the specified brake flu- fluid level goes down suddenly, have a id; otherwise, the rubber seals Yamaha dealer check the cause before may deteriorate, causing leak- further riding. age. ●...
If the cable or cover becomes dirty, wipe clean with [EWA10711] a moist cloth. Recommended lubricant: Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or 4- stroke engine oil 6-16...
Rear brake lever EWA11301 WARNING If the centerstand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. Otherwise, the centerstand could contact the ground and distract the operator, re- sulting in a possible loss of control.
If any damage is found or the front face and hold it in an upright posi- fork does not operate smoothly, tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- securely support the vehicle so pair it. there is no danger of it falling over.
The electrolyte ward and backward. If any free level, battery lead connections and play can be felt, have a Yamaha breather hose routing should be dealer check or repair the steering. checked before each ride and at the in- tervals specified in the periodic mainte- nance and lubrication chart.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ● distilled water, as tap water con- KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER- tains minerals that are harmful IES OUT OF THE REACH OF Make sure that the scooter is posi- to the battery. CHILDREN. [ECA10611] tioned straight up when checking the EWA10760 electrolyte level.
4. If the fuse immediately blows such a way that the frame is ex- again, have a Yamaha dealer posed to electrolyte or gas ex- check the electrical system. pelled from the battery, the...
1. Unhook. 2. Headlight bulb 3. Headlight bulb holder 4. Place a new bulb into position, and then secure it with the bulb holder. 5. Install the cowling. 6. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary. 6-22...
The following troubleshooting chart represents a quick and easy procedure for checking these vital systems your- self. However, should your scooter re- quire any repair, take it to a Yamaha ZAUM0589 dealer, whose skilled technicians have 1. Screw the necessary tools, experience, and 2.
Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the battery. 4. Battery The engine turns over The battery is good.
Cleaning Rust and corrosion can develop even if matte colored finished parts. Be ECA10783 sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for high-quality components are used. A NOTICE advice on what products to use be- rusty exhaust pipe may go unnoticed ●...
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE off any detergent residue using Test the product on a small hid- plenty of water, as it is harmful den part of the windshield to Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may to plastic parts. make sure that it does not leave remain well into spring.
WARNING with a tarp, while it is still wet, ● Contaminants on the brakes or tires Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- will allow water and humidity to can cause loss of control. vice on what products to use. seep in and cause rust.
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE 2. Drain the carburetor float chamber spark plug electrodes while °C (90 °F)]. For more information by loosening the drain bolt; this will turning the engine over. on storing the battery, see page prevent fuel deposits from building 6-19.
Model label Record the vehicle identification num- ber and model label information in the spaces provided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: ZAUM0327 ZAUM0903 1.
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INDEX Fuel gauge (CW50/CW50L) ....3-4 Shock absorber assembly, adjusting Fuel level warning light (CW50N)....3-3 (CW50L model only)......3-10 Acceleration and deceleration ....5-2 Fuse, replacing........6-21 Spark plug, checking ......6-7 Air filter element, cleaning ...... 6-9 Specifications.......... 8-1 Anti-theft device housing ...... 3-10 Speedometer unit (CW50/CW50L) ..
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