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OWNER’S MANUAL MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG PW50 MOTORCYCLE MOTO MOTORRAD Read this manual carefully before oper- ating this vehicle. Il convient de lire attentivement ce manuel avant la première utilisation du véhicule. Bitte lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanlei- tung sorgfältig durch, bevor Sie das Fahr- zeug in Betrieb nehmen.
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Original instructions Notice originale Originalbetriebsanleitung PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN IMPRIMÉ SUR PAPIER RECYCLÉ 2015.06-1.2×1 CR AUF RECYCLINGPAPIER GEDRUCKT (E,F,G)
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OWNER’S MANUAL PW50 MOTORCYCLE Read this manual carefully before oper- ating this vehicle. PW50 PW50G PW50G2 2SA-28199-82-E0...
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. EC Declaration of Conformity conforming to Directive 98/37/EC, 2006/42/EC We, YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan, declare in sole responsibility, that the product PW50 (JYA3PT00000460165– )
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Introduction EAU41075 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha PW50 / PW50G / PW50G2. 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 crafts- manship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
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Your motorcycle is equipped with an adjustable speed limiter and a power reduc- tion plate. Yamaha recommends that all beginners start off with the speed limiter adjusting screw turned in and the power reduction plate installed in the exhaust manifold to limit the power available while they learn.
Table of contents Location of important labels... 1-1 Checking the spark plug ....7-6 Removing the power reduction Safety information......2-1 plate ..........7-7 Transmission oil ......7-8 Description ........3-1 Middle and final gear cases ....7-9 Left view ......... 3-1 Cleaning the air filter element ..7-10 Right view........
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. For Canada...
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Location of important labels For Canada WARNING • BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS. • NEVER CARRY A PASSENGER. You increase your risk of losing control if you carry a passenger. • NEVER OPERATE THIS VEHICLE ON PUBLIC ROADS. You can collide with another vehicle if you operate this vehicle on a public road.
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Location of important labels For Canada TIRE INFORMATION Cold tire nor mal pressure should be set as follows. F RO NT : 1 0 0 k Pa , {1 .0 0 k gf/c m ²}, 15 psi R E AR : 1 0 0 k Pa , {1 .0 0 k gf/c m ²}, 15 psi 3RV-21668-A0 INFORMATION SUR LES PNEUS...
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Location of important labels For Europe...
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Location of important labels For Europe 5B6-2816R-00 PW50 2.1 kW 39 kg 5PG-2156A-10 EN16029 2015 YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN 5B6-2817L-00 100 kPa 100 kPa 1.00 kgf/cm² 1.00 kgf/cm² 15 psi 15 psi 5PG-2816R-00...
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Location of important labels Familiarize yourself with the following pictograms and read the explanatory text. Read the Owner’s manual. Always use an approved helmet and protective gear. Use from 6 years old. Operation of this motorcycle by children under the age of 6 increase the risk of severe injury or death.
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Loss of control can result in severe injury or **.* kPa **.* kPa death. *.** kgf/cm² *.** kgf/cm² *.* psi *.* psi Model Name ****** Max. Power *** kW *** kg Mass In Running Order 1 Year of construction **** YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN...
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Location of important labels For Oceania and South Africa...
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Location of important labels For Oceania and South Africa WARNING • BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS. • NEVER CARRY A PASSENGER. You increase your risk of losing control if you carry a passenger. •...
Safety information EAU4093C an accident or equipment damage. 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.
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 EAU40661 EAU41045 Handlebar switch Speed limiter and power re- duction plate Your motorcycle is equipped with an adjustable speed limiter and a power reduction plate. The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully opening, even when the throttle grip is turned to the maximum.
Do not turn the adjusting screw out more than 7 mm (0.28 in) before con- sulting a Yamaha dealer. Always make sure the throttle grip free play is adjusted to 1.5–3.5 mm (0.06–0.14 in). (See page 7-13.)
Instrument and control functions EAU12952 EAU13183 Rear brake lever Fuel tank cap 1. Rear brake lever 1. Fuel tank cap The rear brake lever is located on the To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it left side of the handlebar. To apply the counterclockwise, and then pull it off.
1. Fuel tank filler tube Your Yamaha engine has been de- 2. Maximum fuel level signed to use regular unleaded gaso- 3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-...
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Use only unleaded gasoline. The use containing methanol is not recom- of leaded gasoline will cause severe mended by Yamaha because it can damage to internal engine parts, cause damage to the fuel system or such as the piston rings as well as to vehicle performance problems.
Instrument and control functions EAU13414 EAU13454 Fuel tank breather hose 2-stroke engine oil Make sure that there is sufficient 2- stroke engine oil in the oil tank. Add the recommended 2-stroke engine oil as necessary. 1. Fuel tank breather hose Before operating the motorcycle: ...
Instrument and control functions EAU40702 EAU13591 Fuel cock Starter (choke) lever “ ” The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetor while filtering it also. The fuel cock has two positions: S (stop) 1. Starter (choke) lever “ ”...
Instrument and control functions EAU13681 EAU40921 Kickstarter Seat To remove the seat 1. Remove the mudguard by remov- ing the bolts and washers. 1. Kickstarter To start the engine, fold out the kick- starter lever, move it down lightly with your foot until the gears engage, and 1.
Instrument and control functions EAU53762 Cable lock (for Europe) Make sure that the seat is properly se- Your motorcycle came with an external cured before riding. anti-theft device to help prevent unau- thorized use. Please locate the cable and lock assembly that came with your motorcycle.
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Instrument and control functions 1. Correct cable and lock assembly use 5. Perform the above steps in re- verse order before riding your mo- torcycle. 4-10...
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. Centerstand 7-20 • Lubricate pivot if necessary. • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly Chassis fasteners tightened. — • Tighten if necessary. Engine stop switch •...
If 1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “O” there is a control or function you do not (on). understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. 2. Set the engine stop switch to EWA10272 “START”. WARNING 3.
Operation and important riding points EAU16661 EAU41004 Starting a warm engine Starting off Follow the same procedure as for 1. While applying the rear brake le- starting a cold engine with the excep- ver, push the motorcycle off the tion that the starter (choke) is not re- centerstand.
Operation and important riding points EAU16782 EAU41013 Acceleration and deceleration Braking EWA14572 WARNING Avoid braking hard or suddenly (especially when leaning over to one side), otherwise the motor- cycle may skid or overturn. Keep in mind that braking on wet surfaces is much more diffi- cult.
Be sure to inspect and make adjustments thoroughly, especially ca- bles. In addition, check all fittings and fasteners for looseness, and tighten if necessary. ECA10271 NOTICE If any engine trouble should occur during the engine break-in period, immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU69180 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. THEREAFTER INITIAL EVERY ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB •...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU69202 General maintenance and lubrication chart Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. THEREAFTER INITIAL EVERY ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB • Check operation.
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• Check operation and for oil leakage. √ √ √ √ 13 * assemblies • Replace if necessary. • Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other √ √ √ 14 * Control cables suitable cable lubricant. • Check operation. • Check throttle grip free play, and √...
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 EAU41104 Spark plug gap: Removing the power reduc- 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in) tion plate To obtain full engine performance ca- To install the spark plug pability, removing the power reduction 1. Clean the surface of the spark plate is required.
Owner’s Manual so that it is readily for oil leakage before each ride. If any available whenever you want to reduce leakage is found, have a Yamaha deal- the engine power. er check and repair the motorcycle. In addition, the transmission oil must be 4.
The middle and final gear cases must tighten the bolt to the specified be checked for grease leakage before torque. each ride. If any leakage is found, have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the Tightening torque: motorcycle. addition, have Transmission oil drain bolt: 14 Nm (1.4 m·kgf, 10 ft·lbf)
The sponge material should be wet but not dripping. Recommended oil: Yamaha foam air filter oil or other quality foam air filter oil 1. Air filter case cover 2. Screw 5. Insert the sponge material into the 3.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU41222 Cleaning the spark arrester The spark arrester should be cleaned at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. EWA10981 WARNING Always let the exhaust system cool prior to touching exhaust components. 1.
Therefore, most checked and, if necessary, adjusted as carburetor adjustments should be left follows at the intervals specified in the to a Yamaha dealer, who has the nec- periodic maintenance and lubrication essary professional knowledge and ex- chart.
1. Throttle grip free play The throttle grip free play should mea- sure 1.5–3.5 mm (0.06–0.14 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. 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.
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Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/M29 IRC/Z MARK II (PW50_ZAF, PW50G, PW50G2) EWA15542 WARNING Have a Yamaha dealer replace excessively worn tires. Operat- ing the motorcycle with exces- sively worn tires decreases riding stability and can lead to loss of control. The replacement of all wheel-...
If any damage is found, have a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel. 1. Front brake lever free play Do not attempt even the smallest Rear repair to the wheel. A deformed or cracked wheel must be replaced.
EWA10651 WARNING If proper adjustment cannot be ob- Rear tained as described, have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. If the lining thickness of a brake shoe is less than 1.5 mm (0.06 in), have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake shoes as a set.
If a cable is damaged or does not move smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- place it. WARNING! Damage to the outer housing of cables may result in internal rusting and cause inter- ference with cable movement.
In dealer at the intervals specified in the addition, the cable should be lubricat- periodic maintenance and lubrication ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals chart. specified in the periodic maintenance chart. The throttle cable is equipped with a rubber cover.
EWA11302 Lithium-soap-based grease 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.
Yamaha dealer then removing the cable from the check the wheel bearings. brake camshaft lever and brake shoe plate.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 3. Insert the wheel axle from the right side. 4. Install the washer and axle nut, and then tighten the axle nut to the specified torque. Tightening torque: Axle nut: 40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 29 ft·lbf) 5.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU25081 Rear wheel EAU56822 To remove the rear wheel EWA10822 WARNING To avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it 1. Exhaust chamber falling over. 2. Exhaust chamber bolt 3. Washer 1.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 8. Remove the axle nut while apply- 6. While applying the rear brake, ing the rear brake. tighten the axle nut to the speci- fied torque. 7. Tighten the rear arm nuts and rear shock absorber mounting bolt to the specified torques.
3. Muffler self. However, should your motorcycle 12. Tighten the muffler bolt to the require any repair, take it to a Yamaha specified torque. dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and...
Check the vehicle. compression. 3. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Operate the kickstarter. There is no Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. compression. 7-27...
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 and insects will come off more easily if structed. Also, thoroughly rinse the area off with water, immedi- the area is covered with a wet cloth for ately dry it, and then apply a cor- a few minutes before cleaning. rosion protection spray.
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on Long-term what products to use. Before storing your motorcycle for sev- eral months: 1.
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Motorcycle care and storage 5. Perform the following steps to protect the cylinder, piston rings, Make any necessary repairs before etc. from corrosion. storing the motorcycle. a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug. b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore.
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Specifications Clutch: Front wheel: Clutch type: Wheel type: Wet, centrifugal, shoe Panel wheel Drivetrain: Rim size: 10x1.50 Primary reduction ratio: Rear wheel: 1.909 (63/33) Final drive: Wheel type: Shaft Panel wheel Secondary reduction ratio: Rim size: 6.218 (19/15 x 54/11) 10x1.50 Chassis: Front brake:...
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Specifications EAU51132 For Europe only The figures quoted are emission levels and are not necessarily safe working levels. Whilst there is a correlation be- tween the emission and exposure lev- els, this cannot be used reliably to determine whether or not further pre- cautions are required.
Yamaha dealer. area. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: EAU26442 Engine serial number...
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Consumer information space provided. This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. EAU48121 Vehicle Emission Control Informa- tion label (For Canada) 1. Vehicle Emission Control Information label 1. Vehicle Emission Control Information label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa- tion label is affixed at the location in the illustration.
Index Power reduction plate, removing ... 7-7 Acceleration and deceleration ....6-3 Air filter element, cleaning ....7-10 Safety information ........2-1 Autolube pump, adjusting.....7-19 Seat ............4-8 Spark arrester, cleaning ....... 7-11 Spark plug, checking ......7-6 Brake lever, front ........4-2 Specifications .........
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WARNING Improper motorcycle use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH. ALWAYS USE NEVER USE NEVER CARRY AN APPROVED ON PAVED PASSENGERS HELMET AND ROADS PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER operate: • without proper training or instruction. • at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions. •...