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OWNER’S MANUAL TT-R50E MOTORCYCLE Read this manual carefully before oper- ating this vehicle. TT-R50EL LIT-11626-33-26 BEG-F8199-10...
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EAU10045 Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your...
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Introduction EAU39296 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha TT-R50EL. This model is the re- sult of Yamaha’s vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
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YOUNGSTERS AND OFF-HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLES” and the “TIPS AND PRACTICE GUIDE FOR THE OFF HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLIST” booklets sup- plied with this motorcycle when new or available from your Yamaha dealer. Chil- dren differ in skills, physical abilities, and judgment. Some children may not be able to operate a motorcycle safely.
Table of contents Location of important labels... 1-1 Cleaning the spark arrester...7-10 Adjusting the carburetor ....7-11 Safety information......2-1 Adjusting the engine idling speed .........7-12 Description ........3-1 Checking the throttle grip free Left view ......... 3-1 play ..........7-13 Right view........3-2 Valve clearance ......7-13 Controls and instruments ....
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Table of contents Specifications ........9-1 Consumer information ....10-1 Identification numbers....10-1 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. 2020 AND LATER MODEL OFF-ROAD MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY ....10-3 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ........10-5 Index ..........11-1...
Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important in- formation for safe and proper operation of your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer. NOTICE WARNING Turn off the main switch after riding BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ THE OWNER’S...
Safety information an accident or equipment damage. EAU4121C See page 5-1 for a list of pre-operation checks. Be a Responsible Owner This motorcycle is designed for As the vehicle’s owner, you are re- off-road use only, therefore, it is il- sponsible for the safe and proper oper- legal to operate it on public ation of your motorcycle.
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Safety information sic motorcycle maintenance. Protective Apparel Certain maintenance can only The majority of fatalities from motorcy- be carried out by certified staff. cle accidents are the result of head in- Many accidents involve inexperi- juries. The use of a safety helmet is the enced operators.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- dling if the weight distribution of the able only from a Yamaha dealer, have motorcycle is changed. To avoid the been designed, tested, and approved possibility of an accident, use extreme by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
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While you may find aftermarket prod- unstable in cross winds. ucts similar in design and quality to • Certain accessories can dis- genuine Yamaha accessories, recog- place the operator from his or nize that some aftermarket accesso- her normal riding position. This...
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Safety information Point the front wheel straight ahead on the trailer or in the truck bed, and choke it in a rail to pre- vent movement. Shift the transmission in gear (for models with a manual transmis- sion). ...
Instrument and control functions EAU40341 EAU1234M Main switch Handlebar switches Left The main switch controls the ignition 1. Engine stop switch “ ” system. The main switch positions are described below. Right EAU10631 All electrical systems are supplied with power, and the engine can be started. The key cannot be removed.
Instrument and control functions EAU39865 EWA14404 Speed limiter WARNING Your motorcycle is equipped with an Improper adjustment of the speed adjustable speed limiter. The speed limiter could cause improper throttle limiter keeps the throttle from fully operation. You could lose control, opening, even when the throttle grip is have an accident or be injured.
Instrument and control functions EAU39852 EAU12892 Shift pedal Brake lever 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever 2. Neutral position The brake lever is located on the right This motorcycle is equipped with a side of the handlebar. To apply the constant-mesh 3-speed transmission.
Instrument and control functions EAU12944 EAU13183 Brake pedal Fuel tank cap 1. Brake pedal 1. Fuel tank cap The brake pedal is located on the right To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it side of the motorcycle. To apply the counterclockwise, and then pull it off.
10% (E10). Gas- ohol containing methanol recommended by Yamaha because it 1. Fuel tank breather hose can cause damage to the fuel system Before operating the motorcycle: or vehicle performance problems.
Instrument and control functions EAU13562 Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetor while filtering it also. The fuel cock has three positions: 1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES” This indicates reserve. If you run out of fuel while riding, move the lever to this position.
Instrument and control functions EAU13591 EAU13962 Starter (choke) lever “ ” Seat To remove the seat Remove the bolts, and then pull the seat off. 1. Starter (choke) lever “ ” Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by the starter (choke).
Instrument and control functions EAU37491 EAU68811 Sidestand Starting circuit cut-off system The sidestand is located on the left This system prevents in-gear engine side of the frame. Raise the sidestand starts. Periodically check the system or lower it with your foot while holding via the following procedure.
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5. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? The neutral switch may not be working. The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer. 6. Shift transmission into neutral. 7. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? The neutral switch may not be working.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Before using this vehicle, check the following points:...
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For your safety – pre-operation checks ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Make sure that operation is smooth. Brake lever 7-23 • Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary. • Make sure that operation is smooth. 7-24 Sidestand • Lubricate pivot if necessary. •...
1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”. there is a control or function you do not 2. Turn the key to “ON” and make understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. sure that the engine stop switch is EWA10272 set to “ ”.
Operation and important riding points EAU16641 EAU39903 Starting a warm engine Shifting 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. 1. Gear positions 2.
In addition, check all fittings is almost completely stopped. and fasteners for looseness, and tight- en if necessary. ECA10271 NOTICE If any engine trouble should occur during the engine break-in period, immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Operation and important riding points EAU17172 Parking When parking, stop the engine, re- move the key from the main switch, and then turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”. EWA10312 WARNING Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned.
If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform service. EWA15123 WARNING Turn off the engine when performing...
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Maintenance, replace- ment, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be per- formed by any repair establishment or individual that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha dealers are trained and equipped to perform these particular services.
From 7000 km (4200 mi) or 18 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 3000 km (1800 mi) or 6 months. Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills.
From 7000 km (4200 mi) or 18 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 3000 km (1800 mi) or 6 months. Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills.
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• Replace if necessary. • Check operation and for oil Shock absorber as- √ 15 * leakage. sembly • Replace if necessary. • Apply Yamaha cable lubricant √ √ √ 16 * Control cables or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly. • Check operation.
Do not attempt to can reveal the condition of the engine. diagnose such problems yourself. In- stead, have a Yamaha dealer check To remove the spark plug the vehicle. 1. Remove the spark plug cap.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment To install the spark plug EAU49935 Engine oil 1. Clean the surface of the spark The engine oil level should be checked plug gasket and its mating sur- before each ride. In addition, the oil face, and then wipe off any grime must be changed at the intervals spec- from the spark plug threads.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. If the engine oil is at or below the Recommended engine oil: minimum level mark, add suffi- See page 9-1. cient oil of the recommended type Oil change quantity: 0.80 L (0.85 US qt, 0.70 Imp.qt) to raise it to the correct level.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU39835 Cleaning the air filter element The air filter element should be cleaned as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart. Clean or, if necessary, re- place the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU40422 Recommended oil: Cleaning the spark arrester Yamaha foam air filter oil or other The spark arrester should be cleaned quality foam air filter oil at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
The carburetor is an important part of the engine and requires very sophisti- cated adjustment. Therefore, most carburetor adjustments should be left to a Yamaha dealer, who has the nec- essary professional knowledge and ex- perience. The adjustment described in the following section, however, may be 1.
If the specified idling speed cannot be follows at the intervals specified in the obtained as described above, have a periodic maintenance and lubrication Yamaha dealer make the adjustment. chart. A diagnostic tachometer is needed to make this adjustment. 1. Attach the tachometer to the spark plug lead.
This service must be performed when 1. Throttle grip free play the engine is cold. Throttle grip free play: 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) Periodically check the throttle grip free play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it. 7-13...
WARNING or glass fragments in it, or if the side- Operation of this vehicle with im- wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer proper tire pressure may cause se- replace the tire immediately. vere injury or death from loss of control.
EWA15542 the wheel adjusted by your WARNING Yamaha dealer. Improperly tight- Have a Yamaha dealer replace ened spokes can cause wheel excessively worn tires. Operat- misalignment. ing the motorcycle with exces- Have the wheel balanced whenev-...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU46252 Tightening torque: Adjusting the clutch free play Locknut: The clutch free play must be checked 6 N·m (0.6 kgf·m, 4.4 lb·ft) and, if necessary, adjusted as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. When tightening the locknut, hold the 1.
Adjusting the brake lever free WARNING play If proper adjustment cannot be ob- Measure the brake lever free play as tained as described, have a Yamaha shown. dealer make this adjustment. 1. Brake lever free play Brake lever free play: 10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in)
If proper adjustment cannot be obtained as described, have a Yamaha dealer make this ad- justment. 1. Brake pedal free play Brake pedal free play: 10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in)
The operation of the shift pedal should brake shoes be checked before each ride. If opera- Front tion is not smooth, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 1. Brake shoe wear indicator 2. Brake shoe wear limit line Rear 1.
EAU83000 3. Remove the lower chain cover by To adjust the drive chain slack removing the bolts. Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- justing the drive chain slack. 1. Remove the lower chain cover by removing the bolts. 2. Loosen the brake pedal free play adjusting nut, axle nut, and lock- nut at each end of the swingarm.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Tightening torques: Axle nut: 60 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lb·ft) Locknut: 7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft) 5. Adjust the brake pedal free play. (See page 7-18.) 6. Make sure that the drive chain pullers are in the same position, 1.
If a cable is wet areas. Service the drive chain as damaged or does not move smoothly, follows. have a Yamaha dealer check or re- place it. WARNING! Damage to the ECA10584 NOTICE outer housing of cables may result...
The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride. In addition, the cable should be lubricat- ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart. The throttle cable is equipped with a rubber cover.
EWA10732 Lithium-soap-based grease WARNING If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. Otherwise, the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, re- sulting in a possible loss of control.
CHILDREN. 1. Battery To charge the battery 2. Battery coupler Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- tery as soon as possible if it seems to The battery is located under the seat. have discharged. Keep in mind that the (See page 4-8.)
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 3. Fully charge the battery before in- EAU42026 Replacing the fuse stallation. NOTICE: When install- The fuse is located inside the battery ing the battery, be sure the key coupler. is turned to “OFF” before con- necting the coupler.
9. Turn the main switch to the on po- sition. 10. Start the engine. 11. If the fuse immediately blows again, check for a loose connec- tion and repair. If none found, have your Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 7-29...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Remove the axle nut and washer. EAU24361 Front wheel 5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then remove the wheel. EAU56365 To remove the front wheel 1. Loosen the axle nut. 1. Wheel axle To install the front wheel 1.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU25081 Tightening torque: Rear wheel Axle nut: 35 N·m (3.5 kgf·m, 26 lb·ft) EAU56734 6. Connect the brake cable to the brake camshaft lever, and then in- To remove the rear wheel stall the brake lever free play ad- 1.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Place the motorcycle on a mainte- To install the rear wheel nance stand. WARNING! 1. Install the drive chain onto the rear avoid injury, securely support sprocket, lift the rear wheel off the the vehicle so there is no danger ground, and then install the wheel of it falling over.
However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and know-how to service the motorcycle properly.
Check the vehicle. compression. 4. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Operate the electric starter. There is no Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. compression. 7-34...
Rust and corrosion can develop matte colored finished parts. Be even if high-quality components are sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- advice on what products to use be- noticed on a car, however, it detracts fore cleaning the vehicle.
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Motorcycle care and storage fected area any longer than in- scratching. Some cleaning structed. Also, thoroughly rinse compounds for plastic may the area off with water, immedi- leave scratches on the wind- ately dry it, and then apply a cor- shield.
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(Even the thermally in- duced discoloring of stainless- steel exhaust systems can be re- Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on moved through polishing.) what products to use. 4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro-...
Motorcycle care and storage 5. Perform the following steps to EAU26153 Storage protect the cylinder, piston rings, etc. from corrosion. Short-term a. Remove the spark plug cap Always store your motorcycle in a cool, and spark plug. dry place and, if necessary, protect it b.
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Motorcycle care and storage 9. Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store it in a cool, dry place and charge it once a month. Do not store the battery in an ex- cessively cold or warm place [less than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30 °C (90 °F)].
Yamaha dealer. area. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: EAU26442 Engine serial number...
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Consumer information The key identification number is stamped into the key tag. Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key. EAU48271 Vehicle Emission Control Informa- tion label 1. Vehicle Emission Control Information label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa- tion label is affixed at the location in the illustration.
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. also warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser of each applicable model Yamaha motorcycle covered by this warranty that the vehicle is designed, built, and equipped so as to conform at the time of sale with all U.S.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machine requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized Yamaha Motorcycle dealer within the continental United States. Be sure to bring your warranty registration card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of the dealership.
• Y.E.S. is flexible. You choose the plan that’s right for you: 12 months, 24 months, 36 months or, on certain models, even 48 months beyond your warranty period. • Y.E.S. is designed and administered by the same Yamaha people who handle your warranty – and it shows in the comprehensive coverage benefits. There are no mileage limitations.
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Yamaha Limited Warranty expires. A special note: If visiting your dealer isn’t convenient, contact Yamaha with your VIN number and we’ll be happy to help you get the Y.E.S. coverage you need. Yamaha Service Marketing P.O.
Index Air filter element, cleaning ......7-9 Parking ........... 6-4 Part locations ......... 3-1 Battery ..........7-27 Brake lever ..........4-3 Safety information ........2-1 Brake lever, checking and Seat ............4-8 lubricating...........7-23 Shifting ........... 6-2 Brake lever free play, adjusting ....7-17 Shift pedal ..........4-3 Brake pedal..........4-4 Shift pedal, checking......
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