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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL YW50Z LIT-11626-23-67 5PJ-F8199-16...
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EAU10042 Q Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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INTRODUCTION EAU10092 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YW50Z. This model is the result 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.
EAU10122 IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10132 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.
EAU10210 TABLE OF CONTENTS LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-1 FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION Checking the front brake lever free SAFETY INFORMATION ....1-3 CHECKS ..........4-1 play ..........6-14 Further safe-riding points ....1-7 Pre-operation check list ....4-2 Adjusting the rear brake lever free play ..........
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SPECIFICATIONS ......8-1 CONSUMER INFORMATION ..... 9-1 Identification numbers ..... 9-1 Reporting safety defects ....9-3 Scooter noise regulation ....9-4 Maintenance record ......9-5 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. RIVA LIMITED WARRANTY ......... 9-7 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) .......... 9-9...
Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information 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. 4 5 6...
Safety information<IXE> EAU10221 EAU10221 SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION EAU10263 Safe Riding likely places for scooter Be a Responsible Owner Perform the pre-operation checks each accidents to occur. As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- time you use the vehicle to make sure •...
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EAU10221 SAFETY INFORMATION ● excessive speed or undercornering Never ride under the influence of feet. The engine or exhaust system (insufficient lean angle for the alcohol or other drugs. become very hot during or after speed). ● This scooter is designed for on-road operation and can cause burns.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- mize imbalance or instability. caution when adding cargo or accesso- able only from a Yamaha dealer, have ● Shifting weights can create a sud- ries to your scooter. Use extra care when been designed, tested, and approved by den imbalance.
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• Certain accessories can specifically recommended by Yamaha, ing it to make sure that it does not displace the operator from his even if sold and installed by a Yamaha in any way reduce ground clear- or her normal riding position. dealer.
Safe-riding points<IXE> EAU10221 SAFETY INFORMATION EAU10350 ● ate. Refer to page 6-12 for tire specifi- Braking can be extremely difficult Further safe-riding points cations and more information on replac- on a wet road. Avoid hard braking, ● Make sure to signal clearly when ing your tires.
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EAU10221 SAFETY INFORMATION ● Do not carry too much luggage on the scooter. An overloaded scooter is unstable. Use a strong cord to secure any luggage to the carriers. A loose load will affect the stability of the scooter and could divert your attention from the road.
Main switch/steering lock<IXE> EAU1044D EAU1044D INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10460 EAU10661 To lock the steering Main switch/steering lock All electrical systems are off. The key can be removed. EWA10061 WARNING Never turn the key to “OFF” or “LOCK”...
“*” position or does not go off after This indicator light flashes when the turn the 2-stroke engine oil tank has been signal switch is pushed to the left or right. refilled, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. EAU11080 &...
Handlebar switches<IXE> EAU1044D INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAUT1821 EAU12140 EAU12348 Speedometer unit Fuel gauge Handlebar switches Left km/h km/h 0000001 0000001 ZAUM00** ZAUM00** 1. Speedometer 1. Fuel gauge 2. Odometer ZAUM00** The fuel gauge indicates the amount of 1. Dimmer switch "%/&" The speedometer unit is equipped with fuel in the fuel tank.
Brake lever, front<IXE> EAU1044D INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12500 EAU12900 Right * ” Front brake lever Horn switch “* Press this switch to sound the horn. EAU12660 Engine stop switch “# # # # # /$ $ $ $ $ ” Set this switch to “#”...
Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil tank caps<IXE> EAU1044D INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12950 EAUT1031 To install the fuel tank cap Rear brake lever Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil Insert the fuel tank cap into the tank tank caps opening with the mark on the cap and The fuel tank cap and the 2-stroke en- fuel filler aligned.
Fuel<IXE> EAU1044D INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13212 Remove the 2-stroke engine oil tank cap on the vehicle. Never refuel while Fuel by turning it counterclockwise. smoking, or while in the vicinity of Install the 2-stroke engine oil tank cap sparks, open flames, or other by turning it clockwise.
The exhaust system is hot after op- containing methanol is not recom- on your clothing, change your eration. To prevent a fire hazard or mended by Yamaha because it can clothes. burns: cause damage to the fuel system or ● ● ● ● ●...
Kickstarter<IXE> EAU1044D INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ECA10701 EAU13453 EAU13680 2-stroke engine oil Kickstarter NOTICE Make sure that there is sufficient 2- Use only unleaded gasoline. The use stroke engine oil in the oil tank. Add the of leaded gasoline will cause recommended 2-stroke engine oil as unrepairable damage to the catalytic necessary.
Helmet holder<IXE> EAU1044D INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13932 EAU14301 3. Fold the seat up. Seat Helmet holder To open the seat 1. Place the scooter on the centerstand. 2. Insert the key into the main switch, and then turn it counterclockwise to “OPEN”.
Storage compartments<IXE> EAU1044D INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAUT1712 To release the helmet from the Rear storage compartment Storage compartments helmet holder Open the seat, remove the helmet from Front storage compartment the helmet holder, and then close the seat. ZAUM00** 1.
Carrier<IXE> EAU1044D INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU15112 partment, wrap wet articles in a Carrier plastic bag before storing them in the compartment. 8 8 8 8 8 Since the rear storage compart- ment may get wet while the scooter is being washed, wrap any articles stored in the rear compartment in a plastic bag.
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage. 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:...
• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check cable free play. Throttle grip 6-12, 6-18 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. • Check for damage. • Check tire condition and tread depth.
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EAU15581 FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Make sure that operation is smooth. Centerstand 6-19 • Lubricate pivot if necessary. • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. Chassis fasteners • Tighten if necessary. Instruments, lights, signals •...
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to become familiar with all controls. If there ECA10250 is a control or function you do not un- NOTICE derstand, ask your Yamaha dealer. See page 5-4 for engine break-in in- EWA10271 structions prior to operating the ve- WARNING hicle for the first time.
Starting off<IXE> EAU15943 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU16770 star ter motor, try using the 4. Check for oncoming traffic, and Starting off kickstarter. then slowly turn the throttle grip (on the right) in order to take off. 5. Switch the turn signal off. Before starting off, allow the engine to warm up.
Braking<IXE> EAU15943 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU16780 EAU16793 FRONT Acceleration and decelera- Braking EWA10300 tion WARNING ● ● ● ● ● Avoid braking hard or suddenly (especially when leaning over to one side), otherwise the scooter may skid or overturn. ●...
If any engine trouble should occur ing this period, prolonged full-throttle fic lights or at railroad crossings). during the engine break-in period, operation or any condition that might immediately have a Yamaha dealer result in engine overheating must be check the vehicle. avoided. EAUM2091...
Parking<IXE> EAU15943 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU17213 EWA10311 Parking WARNING When parking, stop the engine, and then ● ● ● ● ● Since the engine and exhaust remove the key from the main switch. system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned.
Maintenance, replacement, or re- manual and the tools provided in the a Yamaha dealer perform service. pair of the emission control devices and owner’s tool kit are intended to assist systems may be performed by any re-...
• Replace gasket(s) if necessary. • Check the air cut-off valve, reed Air induction system valve, and hose for damage. • Replace any damaged parts. * Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. 6-40...
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic<IXE> EAU1722A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU32125 General maintenance and lubrication chart INITIAL ODOMETER READING 600 mi 2,000 mi 4,000 mi 6,000 mi 8,000 mi 10,000 mi (1,000 km) (4,000 km) (7,000 km) (10,000 km) (13,000 km) (16,000 km) ITEM ROUTINE...
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Autolube pump • Bleed if necessary. Final transmission • Check vehicle for oil leakage. • Change. V-belt • Replace. Every 6250 mi (10000 km) Control and meter • Apply Yamaha chain and cable cables lube or engine oil thoroughly. 6-42...
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• Adjust headlight beam. * Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. From 12000 mi (19000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 4000 mi (7000 km) or 12 months.
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EAU1722A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU17620 8 The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. 8 Hydraulic brake system 9 When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, always replace the brake fluid. Check the brake fluid level regularly and fill as required.
Spark plug, checking<IXE> EAU1722A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18751 EAU19210 EAUT1835 Removing and installing the Checking the spark plug Panel A To remove the panel panel The spark plug is an important engine Remove the screws, and then take the component, which is easy to check.
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Do not attempt to diag- ZAUM00** nose such problems yourself. Instead, 1. Spark plug gap 4. Install the spark plug cap. have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 5. Install the panel. 6-46...
The final transmission case must be 18 Nm (1.8 m • kgf, 13 ft • lbf) checked for oil leakage before each ride. If any leakage is found, have a Yamaha 6. Refill with the specified amount of dealer check and repair the scooter. In...
Check the engine idling speed and, if tem, which requires very sophisticated necessary, have it corrected by a adjustment. Therefore, carburetor adjust- Yamaha dealer. ments should be left to Yamaha dealer, who has the necessary professional Engine idling speed: 1800 ~ 1900 r/min knowledge and experience.
8 8 8 8 8 The tire air pressure must be have a Yamaha dealer adjust it. EWA10511 checked and adjusted on cold WARNING tires (i.e., when the temperature of the tires equals the ambient Never overload your vehicle.
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Yamaha listed below have been approved for this tires, should be left to a Yamaha dealer replace the tire immediately. model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. dealer, who has the necessary...
There should be no free play at the brake cycle, note the following points regard- lever end. If there is free play, have a ing the specified wheels. Yamaha dealer inspect the brake sys- ● The wheel rims should be checked tem.
The front brake pads and the rear brake point that a wear indicator almost shoes must be checked for wear at the touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha intervals specified in the periodic main- dealer replace the brake pads as a set.
If a brake shoe has worn to the point that the wear indicator reaches the wear sure that the top of the master cyl- limit line, have a Yamaha dealer replace inder is level by turning the handle- the brake shoes as a set.
Changing the brake fluid Checking and lubricating the gradually go down. However, if the Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake cables brake fluid level goes down sud- fluid at the intervals specified in the TIP...
The operation of the throttle grip should Front brake lever which must be adjusted by a Yamaha be checked before each ride. In addi- dealer at the intervals specified in the tion, the cable should be lubricated at...
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.
[EWA10751] a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, 2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork securely support the vehicle so...
If there is play in the wheel hub or if the wheel does not turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel bearings. ZAUM00** ZAUM00** 1. Battery The battery is located behind panel A.
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To charge the battery gerous since it contains sulfuric ing the positive lead. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- [ECA16302] acid, which causes severe burns. 2. If the battery will be stored for more tery as soon as possible if it seems to...
ZAUM00** 1. Fuse However, should your scooter require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose The fuse holder is located behind panel skilled technicians have the necessary A. (See page 6-8.) tools, experience, and know-how to ser- If the fuse is blown, replace it as fol- vice the scooter properly.
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EAU1722A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT no open flames or sparks in the area, including pilot lights from water heat- ers or furnaces. Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or explode, caus- ing severe injury or property damage. 6-61 6-24...
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.
Rust and corrosion can develop even if matte colored finished parts. Be sure NOTICE high-quality components are used. A to consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- ● ● ● ● ● Avoid using strong acidic wheel rusty exhaust pipe may go unnoticed on...
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EAU25991 SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE any detergent residue using the windshield. Test the product plenty of water, as it is harmful on a small hidden part of the Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may to plastic parts. windshield to make sure that it remain well into spring.
(because of ● ● ● ● ● Make sure that there is no oil or ● Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice the presence of ammonia) and wax on the brakes or tires. If nec- on what products to use.
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EAU25991 SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE prevent fuel deposits from building electrodes while turning the °F) or more than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For up. Pour the drained fuel into the engine over. more information on storing the [EWA10951] fuel tank. e.
40.0 x 39.2 mm (1.57 x 1.54 in) Rear tire 0.6-0.7 mm (0.024-0.028 in) Compression ratio Type Clutch 7.01 :1 Tubeless Clutch type Starting system Size Dry, centrifugal automatic Electric starter and kickstarter 130/90-10 59J Lubrication system Separate lubrication (Yamaha autolube) 8-67...
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EAU26320 SPECIFICATIONS Manufacturer/model Rear brake Front turn signal light CHENG SHIN / C-924 12 V, 10.0 W x 2 Type Tire air pressure (measured on cold Rear turn signal light Drum brake 12 V, 10.0 W x 2 tires) Operation License plate light Left hand operation Loading condition...
Record the key identification number, vehicle identification number 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. KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: ZAUM00** ZAUM00** 1.
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This label shows specifica- ing spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. tions related to exhaust emissions as required by federal law, state law and Environment Canada.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immedi- ately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Noise regulation<IXE> EAU26343 CONSUMER INFORMATION EAU26580 Scooter noise regulation TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or (2) the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.
Maintenance record<IXE> EAU26343 CONSUMER INFORMATION EAU26600 Maintenance record Copies of work orders and/or receipts for parts purchased and installed on your motorcycle will be required to document that maintenance has been completed in accordance with the emissions warranty. The chart below is printed only as a reminder that maintenance work is required.
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EAU26343 CONSUMER INFORMATION Maintenance Date of Servicing dealer Mileage Remarks interval service name and address 14000 mi (22000 km) or 42 months 16000 mi (25000 km) or 48 months 18000 mi (28000 km) or 54 months 20000 mi (31000 km) or 60 months 9-74...
This excellent Y.E.S. plan coverage is only available to dealer to see how comforting uninterrupted factory- Yamaha owners like you, and only while your Yamaha is still backed protection can be. within the Yamaha Limited Warranty period. So visit your authorized Yamaha dealer to get all the facts.
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Yamaha Limited Warranty expires. A special note: If visiting your dealer isn’t convenient, contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number (your frame number). We’ll be happy to help you get the Y.E.S. coverage you need.
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INDEX Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil tank caps ... 3-5 Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..5-4 Acceleration and deceleration ....5-3 Safe-riding points ........1-7 Fuel gauge ..........3-3 Air filter element ........6-11 Safety defects, reporting ......9-3 Fuse, replacing ........