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If there is any question about a service procedure, it is imperative that you contact a Yamaha dealer for any service information changes that apply to this model. This policy is intended to provide the customer with the most satisfaction from his vehicle and to conform to federal environmental quality objectives.
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This manual is intended as a handy, easy-to-read reference book for the mechanic. Comprehensive explanations of all installation, removal, disassembly, assembly, repair and check procedures are laid out with the individual steps in sequential order. 1 The manual is divided into chapters.
SYMBOLS The following symbols are not relevant to SPEC every vehicle. INFO Symbols 1 to 8 indicate the subject of each chapter. 1 General information 2 Specifications CHAS 3 Periodic checks and adjustments 4 Chassis 5 Engine 6 Carburetor 7 Electrical system CARB 8 Troubleshooting Symbols 9 to y indicate the following.
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION INFO SPECIFICATIONS SPEC PERIODIC CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS CHASSIS CHAS ENGINE CARBURETOR CARB ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ELEC TROUBLESHOOTING TRBL SHTG...
INFO CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION ................1-1 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ............1-1 ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER .................1-1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION................1-2 PREPARATION FOR REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY ......1-2 REPLACEMENT PARTS ................1-2 GASKETS, OIL SEALS AND O-RINGS ............1-2 LOCK WASHERS/PLATES AND COTTER PINS ........1-3 BEARINGS AND OIL SEALS ..............1-3 CIRCLIPS ....................1-3 CHECKING THE CONNECTIONS ..............1-4 SPECIAL TOOLS .....................1-5...
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION INFO GENERAL INFORMATION VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The number 1 is stamped into the frame head pipe. ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The engine serial number 1 is stamped into the crankcase. NOTE: Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
5. Keep all parts away from any source of fire. EAS00021 REPLACEMENT PARTS Use only genuine Yamaha parts for all replacements. Use oil and grease recom- mended by Yamaha for all lubrication jobs. Other brands may be similar in function and appearance, but inferior in quality.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION INFO LOCK WASHERS/PLATES AND COTTER PINS After removal, replace all lock washers/plates 1 and cotter pins. After the bolt or nut has been tightened to specification, bend the lock tabs along a flat of the bolt or nut. 300-000 BEARINGS AND OIL SEALS Install bearings and oil seals so that the man-...
CHECKING THE CONNECTIONS INFO CHECKING THE CONNECTIONS Check the leads, couplers, and connecters for stains, rust, moisture, etc. 1. Disconnect: 9 lead 9 coupler 9 connector 2. Check: 9 lead 9 coupler 9 connector → Dry with compressed air. Moisture Rust/stains →...
SPECIAL TOOLS INFO SPECIAL TOOLS The following special tools are necessary for complete and accurate tune-up and assembly. Use only the appropriate special tools as this will help prevent damage caused by the use of inappro- priate tools or improvised techniques. Special tools, part numbers or both may differ depending on the country.
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This tool is needed for observing engine r/min. Ignition checker 90890-06754 YM-34487 This instrument is necessary for check- ing the ignition system components. Yamaha bond No.1215 (Three bond No.1215 90890-85505 This bond is used on crankcase mating surfaces,etc.
SPEC GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Model name: PW50W (Except for EUROPE) PW50 (For EUROPE) Model code number: 5PGD (Except for EUROPE) 5PGE (For EUROPE) Dimensions: Overall length 1245 mm (49.0 in) Overall width 575 mm (22.6 in) Overall height 715 mm (28.1 in) Seat height 485 mm (19.1 in)
Unleaded gasoline only (Except for CANADA,EUROPE) Fuel tank capacity 2.0 L (0.53 US gal) (0.44 Imp.gal) Engine oil: Lubrication system Separate lubrication (Yamaha autolube) Type YAMALUBE 2 or 2-stroke engine oil Engine oil quantity Quantity 0.30 L (0.32 US qt) (0.26 Imp.qt)
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SPEC MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS Item PW50 Cylinder head: Volume 6.80 cm (0.41 cu.in) Warpage limit 0.03 mm (0.0012 in) Cylinder: Bore 39.993-40.012 mm (1.5745-1.5753 in) Wear limit 40.100 mm (1.5787 in) Taper limit 0.050 mm (0.0020 in) Out of round limit 0.010 mm (0.0004 in) Piston: Piston-to-cylinder clearance...
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SPEC MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS Item PW50 Automatic centrifugal clutch: Clutch type Wet, centrifugal automatic Clutch housing inside diameter 105 mm (4.13 in) Wear limit 106 mm (4.17 in) Clutch shoe thickness 1.0 mm (0.04 in) Wear limit 0.7 mm (0.03 in) Clutch shoe spring free length 34.5 mm (1.36 in) Llimit...
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Middle driven pinion (Screw) M45 x 1.5 43 Left hand thread Plate bearing cover (Ring gear) M6 x 1.0 Crankcase M6 x 1.0 Yamaha bond No.1215 Crankcase cover (Right) M6 x 1.0 Transmission oil drain bolt M8 x 1.25 Oil plug M14 x 1.5...
SPEC MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS CHASSIS Item PW50 Chassis: Frame type Steel tube backbone Caster angle 25.50 degree Trail 50.0 mm (1.97 in) Front wheel: Wheel type Panel wheel Rim size 10x1.50 Rim material Steel Wheel travel 60.0 mm (2.36 in) Radial wheel runout limit 2.0 mm (0.08 in) Lateral wheel runout limit 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
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SPEC MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS Item PW50 Front brake: Type Drum brake Operation Right hand operation Front brake lever free play 10.0-20.0 mm (0.39-0.79 in) Front drum brake Drum brake type Leading, trailing Brake drum inside diameter 80.0 mm (3.15 in) Limit 80.5 mm (3.17 in) Lining thickness 3.5 mm (0.14 in)
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SPEC MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS Item PW50 Rear suspension: Type Unit swing Spring/shock absorber type Coil spring/oil damper Rear shock absorber assembly travel 30.0 mm (1.18 in) Spring free length 153 mm (6.02 in) Installed length 146 mm (5.75 in) Spring rate K1 11.89 N/mm (67.94 lb/in) (1.22 kgf/mm) Spring rate K2 33.4 N/mm (190.71 lb/in) (3.40 kgf/mm)
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Rear shock — upper M6 x 1.0 — lower M8 x 1.25 Swing arm (L) — Engine (Front) M8 x 1.25 Yamaha bond No.1215 — Gear housing (Rear) M8 x 1.25 Yamaha bond No.1215 Swing arm (R) — Engine (Front) M8 x 1.25...
GENERAL TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS/ SPEC DEFINITION OF UNITS EAS20330 GENERAL TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS This chart specifies tightening torques for standard fasteners with a standard ISO thread pitch. Tightening torque specifications for special components or assemblies are provided for each chapter of this manual. To avoid warpage, tighten multi-fastener assem- blies in a crisscross pattern and progressive stages until the specified tightening torque is...
SPEC CABLE ROUTING CABLE ROUTING 1 Spark plug lead e C.D.I. magneto lead wire ç Clamp the lead wire to the 2 Ignition coil r C.D.I. unit coupler frame. 3 Ground t Fuel pipe ∂ Clamp the coupler lead under 4 Wire cylinder y Control unit coupler the throttle cable 2 and starter...
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SPEC CABLE ROUTING 1 Throttle cable 1 å Clamp the oil pump cable on ∂ Fuel tank cap→ between the 2 Throttle cable 2 top of all of the wire harness, handlebar protector and front 3 Oil pump cable starter cable, throttle cable 2 brake cable→...
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SPEC CABLE ROUTING 1 Throttle cable 1 å Clamp the wire harness and 2 Front brake cable starter cable. 3 Fuel tank breather hose ∫ Pass the front brake cable. 4 Rear brake cable ç Clamp the wire harness to the 5 Starter cable handlebar.
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CHAPTER 3 PERIODIC CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS INTRODUCTION ....................3-1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART FOR THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM ......................3-1 GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION CHART ......3-2 SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK ............3-3 ENGINE ......................3-4 CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION OIL ............3-4 CHECKING THE ENGINE IDLING SPEED ..........
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART FOR THE EMISSION CONTROL SYS- NOTE: 9 From 18 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6 months. 9 Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. THEREAFTER...
Shock absorber Check operation and for oil leakage. assemblies Replace if necessary. Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil Control cable 10W-30 lightly. Check operation and free play. Throttle grip housing Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oil and cable 10W-30 lightly.
SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK 7 Nm (0.7 m•kg,5.1 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the side covers, seat Remove the parts in the order listed. and fuel tank Flap Side cover Seat Fuel cock Set the fuel cock to “S”.
CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION OIL ENGINE CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION OIL 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. NOTE: 9 Place the vehicle on the mainstand. 9 Make sure the vehicle is upright. 2. Start the engine, warms it up for several minutes, and then turn it off.
CHANGING THE ENGINE IDLING SPEED CHECKING THE ENGINE IDLING SPEED NOTE: Prior to checking the engine idling speed, the air filter element should be clean, and the engine should have adequate compression. 1. Start the engine and let it warm up for several minutes.
ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE CABLE FREE PLAY ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE CABLE FREE PLAY NOTE: Prior to adjusting the throttle cable free play, the engine idling speed should be adjusted properly. 1. Check: 9 Throttle cable free play a Out of specification → Adjust. Throttle cable free play 1.5-3.5 mm (0.06-0.14 in) 2.
ADJUSTING THE AUTOLUBE PUMP CABLE/ ADJUSTING THE AUTOLUBE PUMP MINIMUM STROKE ADJUSTING THE AUTOLUBE PUMP CABLE 1. Remove: 9 Muffler 9 Exhaust chamber assembly 2. Start the engine and turn the throttle grip slowly until slack off the pump cable. 3.
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ADJUSTING THE AUTOLUBE PUMP MINIMUM STROKE 2. Remove: 9 Autolube pump cover (outer) 1 3. Install: 9 Dial gauge 1 Install the dial gauge to the autolube pump plunger, so that the top end is attached. Dial gauge and stand set 90890-01252 4.
AIR BLEEDING THE AUTOLUBE PUMP AIR BLEEDING THE AUTOLUBE PUMP Whenever remove the autolube pump or oil hose, be sure to air bleed the autol- ube pump. 9 Make sure that the engine oil is filled in the engine oil tank. 9 If the engine oil is not in the engine oil tank, fill the engine oil tank.
CHECKING THE EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKING THE EXHAUST SYSTEM 9 Always let the exhaust system cool prior to touching exhaust components. 9 Do not start the engine when cleaning the exhaust system. 1. Check 9 Exhaust chamber assembly 9 Muffler Cracks/damage → Replace. Exhaust gas leaks →...
CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTER AND EXHAUST CHAMBER/ CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTER AND EXHAUST CHAMBER 1. Remove: 9 Tail pipe 1 9 Muffler 9 Exhaust chamber assembly 9 Gasket 2. Check: 9 Tail pipe NOTE: 9 Use a wire brush to remove any carbon deposits from the spark arrester portion of the tail pipe.
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CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT 3. Clean: 9 Air filter element Clean them with solvent. NOTE: After cleaning, remove the remaining solvent by squeezing the element. 4. Check: 9 Air filter element 5. Apply: 9 Foam-air-filter oil or equivalent oil To the element.
CHECKING THE FUEL HOSE/ADJUSTING THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKE/ CHECKING THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKE SHOES CHECKING THE FUEL HOSE 1. Check: 9 Fuel hose 1 Clack/Damage → Replace CHASSIS FRONT ADJUSTING THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKE 1. Check: 9 Brake lever free play a Out of specification →...
CHECKING THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKE SHOES/ CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE STEERING HEAD 2. Check: REAR 9 Wear indicator If the lining thickness of a brake shoe is less than 1.5 mm (0.06 in)→ Replace the front or rear brake shoes as a set. Refer to “FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE “in chapter 4.
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE STEERING HEAD/ CHECKING THE FRONT FORK b. Tighten the steering nut 5 with a wrench. Steering nut (1st) 10 Nm (1.0 m·kg, 7.2 ft·lb) c. Lock to lock the steering head a few times. d. Fully loosen the steering nut and then tighten the steering nut to specified torque.
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CHECKING THE FRONT FORK/CHECKING THE TIRES 2. Check: 9 Inner tube Damage/scratches → Replace. Refer to “FRONT FORK” in chapter 4. 3. Hold the vehicle upright and apply the front brake. 4. Check: 9 Front fork operation Push down hard on the handlebar several times and check if the front fork rebounds smoothly.
No guarantee concerning handling characteristics can be given if a tire combination other than one approved by Yamaha is used on this vehicle. After a tire has been repaired or replaced, be sure to tighten the tire air valve stem nut 1 to specification.
CHECKING THE WHEELS/ CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE CABLES CHECKING THE WHEELS The following procedure applies to both of the wheels. 1. Check: 9 Wheel Damage/out-of-round → Replace. Never attempt to make any repairs to the wheel. NOTE: After a tire or wheel has been changed or re- placed, always balance the wheel.
LUBRICATING THE LEVER/LUBRICATING THE MAINSTAND/ CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG LUBRICATING THE LEVER Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to- metal moving parts of the lever. Recommended lubricant Lithium-soap-based grease LUBRICATING THE MAINSTAND Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to- metal moving parts of the mainstand. Recommended lubricant Lithium-soap-based grease ELECTRICAL...
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CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG 4. Check: 9 Electrode 1 Damage/wear → Replace the spark plug. 9 Insulator 2 Abnormal color → Replace the spark plug. Normal color is medium-to-light tan. 5. Clean: 9 Spark plug (with a spark plug cleaner or wire brush) 6.
CHAS CHAPTER 4 CHASSIS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE ..........4-1 FRONT WHEEL ..................4-1 REMOVING THE FRONT WHEEL ............. 4-3 CHECKING THE FRONT WHEEL ............. 4-3 DISASSEMBLING THE FRONT WHEEL ........... 4-4 ASSEMBLING THE FRONT WHEEL ............4-5 INSTALLING THE FRONT WHEEL ............
CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE CHASSIS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE FRONT WHEEL 40 Nm (4.0 m•kg,29 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the front wheel Remove the parts in the order listed. Brake cable adjusting nut Front brake cable Spring Axle nut/washer...
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CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Disassembling the front wheel Disassemble the parts in the order listed. Oil seal Bearing Spacer/coller Ring 1 For assembly, reverse the disassembly procedure.
CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE REMOVING THE FRONT WHEEL 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. NOTE: Place the vehicle on the mainstand so that the front wheel is elevated.
CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE ASSEMBLING THE FRONT WHEEL 1. Install: 9 Wheel bearings 9 Oil seal MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM a. Install the new wheel bearings and oil seal in the reverse order of disassembly. Do not contact the wheel bearing inner or balls 5.
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CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE 3. Tighten: 9 Front wheel axle nut 40 Nm (4.0 m·kg, 29 ft·lb) Make sure the brake cable is routed prop- erly. Before tightening the wheel axle nut, push down hard on the handlebar(s) several times and check if the front fork rebounds smoothly.
CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE FRONT BRAKE 4 Nm (0.4 m•kg,2.9 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Disassembling the front wheel Disassemble the parts in the order listed. Brake shoe/brake shoe spring Bolt Brake camshaft lever Brake camshaft For assembly, reverse the disassembly procedure.
CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE REMOVING THE FRONT BRAKE 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. NOTE: Place the vehicle on the mainstand so that the front wheel is elevated.
CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE 1. Check: 9 Brake shoe lining Glazed areas → Repair. Sand the glazed areas with course sand- paper. NOTE: After sanding the glazed areas, clean the brake shoe with a cloth. 2.
CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE 6 Nm (0.6 m•kg,4.3 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the rear wheel and Remove the parts in the order listed. brake Side cover Refer to “SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK”...
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CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE 6 Nm (0.6 m•kg,4.3 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Brake camshaft lever Brake camshaft For installation, reverse the removal procedure. 4-12...
CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE REMOVING THE REAR WHEEL 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. NOTE: Place the vehicle on the mainstand so that the rear wheel is elevated.
CHAS FRONT WHEEL, REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE b. Check that the brake shoes are properly positioned. LLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL INSTALLING THE REAR WHEEL 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. NOTE: Place the vehicle on the mainstand so that the rear wheel is elevated.
CHAS HANDLEBAR HANDLEBAR 19 Nm (1.9 m•kg,13 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the handlebar Remove the parts in the order listed. Front fender Refer to “SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK” in chapter 3. Oil tank Refer to “STEERING”. Handle protector Rear brake cable Rear brake lever...
CHAS HANDLEBAR REMOVING THE HANDLEBAR 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. 2. Remove: 9 Handle protector 9 Ignition control switch 1 9 Throttle cable 9 Throttle grip 2 NOTE: While removing the ignition control switch, pull...
CHAS HANDLEBAR INSTALLING THE HANDLEBAR 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. 2. Install: 9 Handlebar 3. Tighten: 9 Handlebar 19 Nm (1.9 m·kg, 13 ft·lb) 4.
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CHAS HANDLEBAR 6. Install: 9 Ignition control switch Make sure the throttle grip operates smoothly. NOTE: Align the same angle of the ignition control switch with left lever holder, and then install the ignition control switch. 7. Connect: 9 Front brake cable 9 Rear brake cable 8.
CHAS FRONT FORK FRONT FORK 32 Nm (3.2 m•kg,23 ft•lb) 23 Nm (2.3 m•kg,17 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the front fork Remove the parts in the order listed. Handlebar Refer to “HANDLEBAR”. Oil tank Refer to “STEERING” Band Front brake cable Cap bolt/washer Lower bracket pinch bolt...
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CHAS FRONT FORK 32 Nm (3.2 m•kg,23 ft•lb) 23 Nm (2.3 m•kg,17 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Spring Fork spring Damper rubber Outer tube For assembly, reverse the disassembly procedure. 4-21...
CHAS FRONT FORK REMOVING THE FRONT FORK LEGS The following procedure applies to both of the front fork legs. 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. 9 Place the vehicle on a suitable stand so that the front wheel is elevated.
CHAS FRONT FORK DISASSEMBLING THE FRONT FORK LEG The following procedure applies to the front fork leg. Do not disassembly the right front fork leg. 1. Remove: 9 Dust seal 1 9 Circlip 2 MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM a. Hold the inner tube vertically. b.
CHAS FRONT FORK CHECKING THE FRONT FORK LEG The following procedure applies to the front fork leg. 1. Check: 9 Inner tube assembly Bends/damage/scratches → Replace. Do not attempt to straighten a bent inner tube as this may dangerously weaken it. 2.
CHAS FRONT FORK ASSEMBLING THE FRONT FORK LEG The following procedure applies to the front fork leg. NOTE: 9 When assembling the front fork leg, be sure to replace the following parts: 9 Before assembling the front fork leg, make sure all of the components are clean.
CHAS FRONT FORK 4. Install: 9 Circlip Always use a new circlip. NOTE: 9 Fully compress the front fork leg, and then install the circlip. 9 When installing the circlip 1, make sure the sharp-edged corner 2 is positioned oppo- site the thrust that the circlip receives.
CHAS STEERING HEAD STEERING HEAD 32 Nm (3.2 m•kg,23 ft•lb) 1st: 10 Nm (1.0 m•kg, 7.2 ft•lb ) 2nd: 0.7 Nm (0.07 m•kg, 0.5 ft•lb ) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the steering head Remove the parts in the order listed. Handlebar Refer to “HANDLEBAR”.
CHAS STEERING HEAD REMOVING THE LOWER BRACKET 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. 2. Remove: 9 Handlebar Refer to “REMOVING THE HANDLE- BAR”. 3. Remove: 9 Steering stem bolt 9 Washer 9 Upper bracket...
CHAS STEERING HEAD b. Remove the bearing race from the lower bracket with a floor chisel 2 and hammer. c. Install a new bearing races. If the bearing race is not installed properly, the steering head pipe could be damaged. NOTE: 9 Always replace the bearings and bearing races as a set.
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CHAS STEERING HEAD 3. Install: 9 Oil tank 9 Upper bracket 9 Washer 1 9 Steering stem bolt 2 32 Nm (3.2 m·kg, 23 ft·lb) 4. Bleed: 9 Autolube pump Refer to “AIR BLEEDING THE AUTOL- UBE PUMP” in chapter 3. 4-30...
CHAS REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY AND SWINGARM REMOVING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLIES 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. NOTE: Place the vehicle on a suitable stand so that the rear wheel is elevated.
CHAS SHAFT DRIVE DISASSEMBLING THE SHAFT DRIVE ASSEMBLY 1. Remove: 9 Housing cover 9 O-ring 9 Ring gear NOTE: 1/4 of a turn. After all of the bolts are fully loos- ened, remove them. 2. Remove: 9 Screw 1 (with the special tool 2) Hexagon wrench: 90890-01307, YM-01307 3.
9 Ring gear 9 O-ring 9 Housing cover INSTALLING THE REAR ARM 1. Apply: 9 Yamaha bond No. 1215 (Three Bond No. 1215 ) 1 (to the mating surfaces of both arm ends) Yamaha bond No. 1215 ...
ENGINE REMOVAL ENGINE 48 Nm (4.8 m•kg,35 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the engine Remove the parts in the order listed. Side cover Refer to “SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK” in chapter 3. Rear shock absorber bolt (lower) Refer to “REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY AND SWINGARM”...
ENGINE REMOVAL REMOVING THE ENGINE 1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. NOTE: Place the vehicle on the mainstand so that the rear wheel is elevated. 2.
ENGINE REMOVAL 11. Remove: 9 Spark plug cap 1 9 Rear shock absorber bolt (lower/left) 12. Disconnect: 9 CDI magneto lead coupler/connector 1 13. Remove: 9 Pivot shaft 1 NOTE: 9 While removing the engine, pull out the pivot shaft, and then remove the frame assembly. 9 Be sure to check the wire, cable and hose disconnected.
CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER AND PISTON CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER AND PISTON CYLINDER HEAD AND CYLINDER 10 Nm (1.0 m•kg,7.2 ft•lb) 20 Nm (2.0 m•kg,14 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the cylinder Remove the parts in the order listed. Exhaust chamber assembly Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL.
CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER AND PISTON PISTON Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the piston Remove the parts in the order listed. Cylinder head Cylinder Piston pin clip Piston pin Piston Top ring 2nd ring/expander ring Connecting rod small end bearing For installation, reverse the removal procedure.
CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER AND PISTON REMOVING THE CYLINDER HEAD 1. Remove: 9 Exhaust chamber assembly 9 Spark plug cap 1 9 Spark plug 2. Remove: 9 Cylinder head 9 Gasket NOTE: Loosen the nut to in the crisscross pattern and 2 or 3 stages as shown.
CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER AND PISTON 2. Remove: 9 Top ring 9 Second ring (with expander ring) NOTE: When removing a piston ring, open the end gap with your fingers and lift the other side of the ring over the piston crown. CHECKING THE CYLINDER HEAD 1.
CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER AND PISTON MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM a. Place a straightedge 1 and a thickness gauge 2 across the cylinder head. b. Measure the warpage. c. If the limit is exceeded, resurface the cylinder head as follows. d. Place a 400-600 grit wet sandpaper on the surface plate and resurface the cylin- der head using a figure-eight sanding pat- tern.
CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER AND PISTON “C”= maximum of D –D “T”= (maximum of D or D )-(maximum of D or D b. If out of specification, replace the cylinder, and replace the piston and piston rings as a set. c. Measure piston skirt diameter “D” with the micrometer.
CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER AND PISTON 2. Measure: 9 Piston ring end gap Out of specification → Replace the piston ring and cylinder as a set. Piston ring end gap 0.15-0.35 mm (0.0059-0.0138 in) Limit 0.50 mm (0.0197 in) MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM a. Install a piston ring into the cylinder. NOTE: Level the piston ring into the cylinder with the piston crown.
CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER AND PISTON 4. Measure: 9 Piston pin bore diameter b Out of specification → Replace the piston, piston pin and small end bearing as a set. Piston pin bore inside diameter 10.004-10.015 mm (0.3939-0.3943 in) Limit 10.035 mm (0.3951 in) 5.
CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER AND PISTON 2. Install: 9 Top ring 1 9 2nd ring 2 (with expander ring 3) NOTE: 9 Be sure to install the top ring and 2nd ring so that the manufacturer’s marks or numbers face up. 9 Align the piston ring gap with the pin 4.
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CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER AND PISTON 3. Install: 9 Cylinder 1 NOTE: While compressing the piston rings with one hand, install the cylinder with the other hand. 9 Gasket 9 Cylinder head 4. Tighten: 9 Cylinder head nut 10 Nm (1.0 m•kg, 7.2 ft•lb) NOTE: Tighten the cylinder head nut 2 stages and in a crisscross pattern.
REED VALVE REED VALVE 8 Nm (0.8 m•kg,5.8 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the reed valve Remove the parts in the order listed. Side cover Refer to “SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK” in chapter 3. Engine Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL”. Intake manifold Upper valve seat gasket Reed valve assembly...
CLUTCH CLUTCH 9 Nm (0.9 m•kg,6.5 ft•lb) 8 Nm (0.8 m•kg,5.8 ft•lb) 30 Nm (3.0 m•kg,22 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the clutch Remove the parts in the order listed. Side cover Refer to “SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK” in chapter 3. Engine Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL”.
CLUTCH CHECKING THE PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR 1. Check: 9 Primary drive gear 1 Damage/wear → Replace the primary drive and clutch carrier assembly. Excessive noise during operation → Replace the primary drive and clutch carri- er assembly as a set. CHECKING THE PRIMARY DRIVEN GEAR 1.
CLUTCH 2. Measure: 9 Clutch shoe thickness Out of specification → Replace the clutch shoes and springs as a set. Clutch shoe thickness 1.0 mm (0.04 in) Wear limit 0.7 mm (0.03 in) 3. Measure: 9 Clutch shoe spring free length Out of specification →...
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CLUTCH 5. Install: 9 Right crank case cover 1 8 Nm (0.8 m•kg, 5.8 ft•lb) 9 Crankcase cover protector 2 9 Nm (0.9 m•kg, 6.5 ft•lb) 6. Fill: 9 Transmission oil Refer to “CHANGING THE TRANSMIS- SION OIL” in chapter 3. 5-26...
KICK STARTER KICK STARTER 10 Nm (1.0 m•kg,7.2 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the kick starter Remove the parts in the order listed. Side cover Refer to “SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK” in chapter 3. Engine Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL”. Clutch Refer to “CLUTCH”.
KICK STARTER INSTALLING THE KICK STARTER 1. Install: 9 Clip 1 9 Kick pinion gear 2 9 Kick shaft 3 2. Install: 9 Torsion spring 1 9 Spring guide 2 NOTE: Turn the torsion spring clockwise and hook onto the stopper a in the crankcase. 3.
CDI MAGNETO CDI MAGNETO 9 Nm (0.9 m•kg,6.5 ft•lb) 43 Nm (4.3 m•kg,31 ft•lb) 4 Nm (0.4 m•kg,2.9 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the CDI magneto Remove the parts in the order listed. Side cover Refer to “SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK”...
CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT 15 Nm (1.5 m•kg,11 ft•lb) 8 Nm (0.8 m•kg,5.8 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Separating the crankcase and Remove the parts in the order listed. removing the crankshaft Side cover Refer to “SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK”...
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CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT 15 Nm (1.5 m•kg,11 ft•lb) 8 Nm (0.8 m•kg,5.8 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Crankshaft assembly Crankcase (right) Bearing Oil seal For installation, reverse the removal procedure. 5-39...
CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT REMOVING THE CRANKCASE 1. Remove: 9 Crankcase screw NOTE: Loosen each screw 1/4 of a turn at a time, in stages and in a crisscross pattern. After all of the screw are fully loosened, remove them. 2. Separate: 9 Crankcase (left) Use the bolts (M8×1.25, length 95 mm (3.74 in)) 1 and a flywheel puller 2.
CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT 3. Check: 9 Crankcase (left) 1 9 Crankcase (right) 2 → Cracks/damage Replace crankcase. 4. Check: 9 Bearing Unsmooth operation → Replace the bearing. CHECKING THE CRANKSHAFT 1. Measure: 9 Runout a 9 Small end free play b 9 Connecting rod big end side clearance c 9 Crank width d Out of specification →...
Do not use a hammer to drive in the crank- shaft. 2. Apply: 9 Yamaha bond No. 1215 (Three Bond No. 1215 ) 1 (to the mating surfaces of both case halves) Yamaha bond No. 1215 (Three Bond No.
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CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT 3. Install: 9 Dowel pin 9 Right crankcase To the left crankcase. NOTE: 9 Fit the right crankcase onto the left crankcase. Tap lightly on the case with soft hammer. 9 When installing the crankcase, the connect- ing rod should be positioned at TDC (top dead center).
MIDDLE GEAR MIDDLE GEAR 12 Nm (1.2 m•kg,8.7 ft•lb) 60 Nm (6.0 m•kg,43 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the middle gear Remove the parts in the order listed. Engine Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL”. Clutch Refer to “CLUTCH”. Kick starter Refer to “KICK STARTER”.
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MIDDLE GEAR 12 Nm (1.2 m•kg,8.7 ft•lb) 60 Nm (6.0 m•kg,43 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Main axle assembly Pinion shim For installation, reverse the removal procedure. 5-45...
CARB CHAPTER 6 CARBURETOR CARBURETOR ....................6-1 REMOVING THE CARBURETOR ...............6-3 DISASSEMBLING THE CARBURETOR............6-4 CHECKING THE CARBURETOR ..............6-4 ASSEMBLING THE CARBURETOR............6-6 INSTALLING THE CARBURETOR ..............6-8...
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CARB CARBURETOR CARBURETOR CARBURETOR " & 8 Nm (0.8 m•kg,5.8 ft•lb) Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Removing the carburetor Remove the parts in the order listed. Side cover Refer to “SIDE COVERS, SEAT AND FUEL TANK” in chapter 3. Air filter assembly Fuel hose Set the fuel cock to “S”.
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CARB CARBURETOR Order Job/Part Q´ty Remarks Disassembling the carburetor Disassemble the parts in the order listed. Throttle stop screw set Float chamber body Float chamber gasket Float pin Float Needle valve Main jet Main nozzle Pilot jet For assembly, reverse the disassembly procedure.
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CARB CARBURETOR DISASSEMBLING THE CARBURETOR 1. Loosen the drain plug, and then drain the fuel from float chamber body. 2. Remove: 9 Throttle stop screw set 1 3. Remove: 9 Float chamber body 9 Float chamber gasket 4. Remove: 9 Float pin 1 9 Float 2 9 Needle valve assembly 3 5.
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CARB CARBURETOR 2. Check: 9 Fuel passages Obstruction → Clean. MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM a. Wash the carburetor in a petroleum-based solvent. Do not use any caustic carburetor cleaning solution. b. Blow out all of the passages and jets with compressed air. LLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL 3.
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CARB CARBURETOR 7. Check: 9 Main jet 1 9 Main nozzle 2 9 Pilot jet 3 Blow out the jets with compressed air. 8. Check: 9 Throttle valve movement Insert the throttle valve into the carburetor body and move it up and down. Tightness →...
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CARB CARBURETOR 2. Install: 9 Needle valve 1 9 Float 2 9 Float pin 3 NOTE: Install the float pin as shown. 3. Measure: 9 Float height a Out of specification → Replace the needle valve and the float Float height 15.5-17.5 mm (0.61-0.69 in) MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM a.
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CARB CARBURETOR 6. Install: 9 Throttle valve spring 1 9 Needle set 2 9 Throttle valve 3 9 Plunger spring 4 9 Starter plunger 5 7. Install: 9 Gasket 9 Mixing chamber top 2 NOTE: Align the slot on the throttle valve with projec- tion of the mixing chamber top, and then install them.
ELEC ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 1Ignition control switch 6Stater assembly 2Diode 3Control unit 4CDI unit 5Ignition coil...
ELEC CHECKING SWITCH CONTINUITY CHECKING SWITCH CONTINUITY Check each switch for continuity with the pocket tester. If the continuity reading is incor- rect, check the wiring connections and if nec- essary, replace the switch. Never insert the tester probes into the 1 .
ELEC CHECKING THE SWITCHES CHECKING THE SWITCHES Check each switch for damage or wear, proper connections, and also for continuity between the terminals. Refer to “CHECKING SWITCH CONTINUITY”. Damage/wear → Repair or replace. Improperly connected → Properly connect. Incorrect continuity reading → Replace the switch. Ignition control switch...
ELEC IGNITION SYSTEM IGNITION SYSTEM CIRCUIT DIAGRAM...
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ELEC IGNITION SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING 9Is the spark plug in good condition, is it of The ignition system fails to operate (no the correct type, and is its gap within spark or intermittent spark). specification? Check: 1.Spark plug 2.Ignition spark gap 3.Spark plug cap resistance Re-gap or replace 4.Ignition coil resistance...
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ELEC IGNITION SYSTEM 3. Spark plug cap resistance 4. Ignition coil resistance 9Remove the spark plug cap from the spark 9Disconnect the ignition coil connector from plug lead. the ignition coil terminal. 9Connect the pocket tester (“Ω × 1k” range) 9Connect the pocket tester (“Ω...
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ELEC IGNITION SYSTEM 5. Pickup coil resistance 6. Charge coil resistance 9Disconnect the pickup coil coupler from 9Disconnect the charge coil coupler from the wire harness. the wire harness. 9Connect the pocket tester (“Ω×1” range) to 9Connect the pocket tester (“Ω×100” range) the pickup coil terminal as shown.
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ELEC IGNITION SYSTEM 7. Lighting coil resistance 9. Control unit resistance 9Disconnect the lighting coil coupler from 9Disconnect the control unit 1 coupler the wire harness. from the wire harness. 9Connect the pocket tester (“Ω×1” range) to 9Connect the pocket tester (“Ω×1k” range) the lighting coil terminal as shown.
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ELEC IGNITION SYSTEM 10. Wiring 9 Check the entire ignition system wiring. Refer to “CIRCUIT DIAGRAM”. 9 Is the ignition system wiring properly con- nected and without defects? Properly connect Replace the C.D.I. or repair the igni- unit. tion system wiring.
TRBL SHTG CHAPTER 8 TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL INFORMATION ................8-1 STARTING FAILURES ..................8-1 ENGINE ...................... 8-1 FUEL SYSTEM ................... 8-1 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ................8-2 INCORRECT ENGINE IDLING SPEED ............8-2 ENGINE ...................... 8-2 FUEL SYSTEM ................... 8-2 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ................8-2 POOR MEDIUM-AND-HIGH-SPEED PERFORMANCE ........
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TRBL GENERAL INFORMATION/STARTING FAILURES SHTG EAS28450 TROUBLESHOOTING EAS28460 GENERAL INFORMATION NOTE: The following guide for troubleshooting does not cover all the possible causes of trouble. It should be helpful, however, as a guide to basic troubleshooting. Refer to the relative procedure in this manual for checks, adjustments, and replacement of parts.
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STARTING FAILURES/ TRBL INCORRECT ENGINE IDLING SPEED SHTG ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Spark plug(s) Ignition system 9 Incorrect spark plug gap 9 Faulty CDI unit 9 Incorrect spark plug heat range 9 Faulty pickup coil 9 Fouled spark plug 9 Faulty charge coil 9 Worn or damaged electrode 9 Faulty lighting coil 9 Worn or damaged insulator...
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POOR MEDIUM-AND-HIGH-SPEED PERFORMANCE/ TRBL FAULTY CLUTCH/OVERHEATING SHTG EAS28510 POOR MEDIUM-AND-HIGH-SPEED PERFORMANCE Refer to “STARTING FAILURES”. FUEL SYSTEM ENGINE Carburetor(s) 9 Incorrect fuel level Autolube pump 9 Faulty autolube pump 9 Loose or clogged main jet Air filter 9 Clogged air filter element Exhaust system 9 Carbon buildup EAS28580...
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POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE/ TRBL FAULTY FRONT FORK LEGS/UNSTABLE HANDLING SHTG EAS28630 POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE 9 Worn brake shoe 9 Incorrect brake shoe position 9 Worn or rusty brake drum 9 Damaged or fatigued brake shoe spring 9 Incorrect brake pedal position (above the 9 Oil or grease on the brake shoe 9 Oil or grease on the brake drum top of the rider footrest)
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YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI IWATA SHIZUOKA JAPAN PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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PW50W WIRING DIAGRAM 1 Safety switch 2 Diode 3 Control unit 4 C. D. I. magneto 5 C. D. I. unit 6 Ignition coil 7 Spark plug 8 Ground COLOR CODE B....Black W....White B/ R ....Black/ Red O....Orange W/ B ...White/ Black W/ R....White/ Red R ....Red B/ Y ....Black/ Yellow...
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PW50W 2007 WIRING DIAGRAM 1 Ignition control switch 2 Diode 3 Control unit 4 C. D. I. magneto 5 C. D. I. unit 6 Ignition coil 7 Spark plug 8 Ground Black Black Yellow Black Orange White White Yellow White...
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