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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 IN JAPAN 2023.03-2.6×1 CR (E,F,G)
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OWNER’S MANUAL PW50 MOTORCYCLE Read this manual carefully before oper- ating this vehicle. PW50 PW50R BSL-28199-81-E0...
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Declaration of Conformity In accordance with UK Government guidance conforming to Directive 2006/42/EC We, YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan, We, YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan, declare in sole responsibility, that the product declare in sole responsibility, that the product PW50 (JYA3PT00000596543–...
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Introduction EAU41075 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha PW50 / PW50R. 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.
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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 ..7-10 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 normal pressure should be set as follows. F RO N T : 1 0 0 kPa , {1 . 0 0 kgf/c m² }, 15 p si REAR : 1 0 0 kPa , {1 . 0 0 kgf/c m² }, 15 p si 3VR-21668-A1 INFORMATION SUR LES PNEUS La pression des pneus à...
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Location of important labels For Europe...
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Location of important labels For Europe 5B6-2816R-01 PW50 2.1 kW 41 kg 2SA-2156A-01 2024 YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, SHIZUOKA, JAPAN BS EN16029 EN16029 YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V., YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V. BRANCH UK. UNITS A2-A3, KOOLHOVENLAAN 101,...
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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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****** Max. Power *** kW *** kg Mass In Running Order **** 1 Year of construction YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, SHIZUOKA, JAPAN BS EN16029 EN16029 YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V., YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V. BRANCH UK. UNITS A2-A3,...
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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.
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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 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 7-14.)
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.
Instrument and control functions EAU13213 dry, soft cloth, since fuel may Fuel deteriorate painted surfaces or Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in plastic parts. [ECA10072] the tank. 4. Be sure to securely close the fuel EWA10882 tank cap. WARNING EWA15152 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are WARNING...
10% (E10). Gasohol Check the fuel tank breather hose containing methanol is not recom- connection. mended by Yamaha because it can Check the fuel tank breather hose cause damage to the fuel system or for cracks or damage, and replace vehicle performance problems.
Instrument and control functions EAU13454 EAU40702 2-stroke engine oil Fuel cock Make sure that there is sufficient 2- The fuel cock supplies fuel from the stroke engine oil in the oil tank. Add the tank to the carburetor while filtering it recommended 2-stroke engine oil as also.
Instrument and control functions EAU13591 EAU13681 Starter (choke) lever “ ” Kickstarter 1. Starter (choke) lever “ ” 1. Kickstarter Starting a cold engine requires a richer To start the engine, fold out the kick- air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by starter lever, move it down lightly with the starter (choke).
Instrument and control functions EAU40921 Seat Make sure that the seat is properly se- cured before riding. To remove the seat 1. Remove the mudguard by remov- ing the bolts and washers. 1. Bolt and washer 2. Mudguard 2. Pull the seat off. To install the seat 1.
Instrument and control functions EAU53762 Cable lock (for Europe) Your motorcycle came with an external anti-theft device to help prevent unau- thorized use. Please locate the cable and lock assembly that came with your motorcycle. EWA16301 WARNING Properly stow the cable and lock as- 1.
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 7-21 • 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 To install the spark plug EAU41104 Removing the power reduc- 1. Clean the surface of the spark tion plate plug gasket and its mating sur- To obtain full engine performance ca- face, and then wipe off any grime pability, removing the power reduction from the spark plug threads.
Owner’s Manual so that it is readily 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.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Install the transmission oil drain bolt and its new gasket, and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque. Tightening torque: Transmission oil drain bolt: 14 N·m (1.4 kgf·m, 10 lb·ft) 5. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended transmission 1.
If any leakage is found, have maintenance and lubrication chart. a Yamaha dealer check and repair the Clean or, if necessary, replace the air motorcycle. addition,...
The sponge material should be wet but not dripping. Recommended oil: Yamaha foam air filter oil or other quality foam air filter oil 5. Insert the sponge material into the air filter case. NOTICE: Make sure that the sponge material is 1.
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.
1.5–3.5 mm (0.06–0.14 in) proper tire pressure may cause se- Periodically check the throttle grip free vere injury or death from loss of play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha control. dealer adjust it. The tire air pressure must be checked and adjusted on cold tires (i.e., when the temperature of the...
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South Africa) or glass fragments in it, or if the side- EWA15542 wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer WARNING replace the tire immediately. Have a Yamaha dealer replace excessively worn tires.
If any damage is found, have a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel. Do not attempt even the smallest repair to the wheel. A deformed or cracked wheel must be replaced.
1. Rear brake lever free play adjusting nut EWA10651 WARNING If proper adjustment cannot be ob- tained as described, have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. 1. Rear brake lever free play Front brake lever free play: 10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in) Rear brake lever free play: 10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in)
7-23. To remove the rear wheel: See page 7-24. Front Rear 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. 7-18...
Lubricating the front and rear The Autolube pump is a vital and so- brake levers phisticated component of the engine, which must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. The pivoting points of the front and rear...
Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease ECA10591 NOTICE If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- pair it. 7-21...
If there is play in the wheel ward and backward. If any free hub or if the wheel does not turn play can be felt, have a Yamaha smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer dealer check or repair the steer- check the wheel bearings.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU24361 Front wheel EAU56510 To remove the front wheel EWA10822 WARNING To avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it 1. Wheel axle falling over. To install the front wheel 1. Place the motorcycle on the cen- 1.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 3. Insert the wheel axle from the right EAU25081 Rear wheel side. 4. Install the washer and axle nut, EAU56822 and then tighten the axle nut to the specified torque. To remove the rear wheel Tightening torque: EWA10822 Axle nut: WARNING...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 8. Remove the axle nut while apply- ing the rear brake. 1. Exhaust chamber 2. Exhaust chamber bolt 3. Washer 1. Axle nut 6. Remove the exhaust manifold 9. Remove the rear arm by removing bolts, and then remove the ex- the nuts and washers.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6. While applying the rear brake, 11. Install the muffler by sliding the tighten the axle nut to the speci- spring clamp up to its original po- fied torque. sition, and then installing the 7. Tighten the rear arm nuts and rear washers and muffler bolt.
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. 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. 7-28...
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.
Specifications Dimensions: Starting system: Kickstarter Overall length: Lubrication system: 1245 mm (49.0 in) Separate lubrication Overall width: Engine oil: 610 mm (24.0 in) Overall height: Engine oil: 705 mm (27.8 in) YAMALUBE 2S or 2-stroke engine oil Seat height: (JASO FC grade or ISO EG-C [or EG-D] 475 mm (18.7 in) grade) Wheelbase:...
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Specifications Chassis: Rear brake: Frame type: Type: Backbone Mechanical leading trailing drum brake Caster angle: Front suspension: 25.5 ° Type: Trail: Telescopic fork 50 mm (2.0 in) Spring: Front tire: Coil spring Type: Shock absorber: With tube Hydraulic damper Size: Wheel travel: 2.50-10 4PR 60 mm (2.4 in)
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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 or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. EAU26442 Engine serial number VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER: 1.
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Consumer information 1. Vehicle Emission Control Information label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa- tion label is affixed at the location in the illustration. This label shows specifica- 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 immediately inform Transport Canada in addi- tion to notifying Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd, Canada. If Transport Canada re- ceives 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.
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Index Acceleration and deceleration ....6-3 Safety defects, reporting (For CANADA Air filter element, cleaning ....7-10 customers) ......... 10-3 Autolube pump, adjusting.....7-20 Safety information ........2-1 Seat ............4-8 Spark arrester, cleaning ....... 7-11 Brake lever, front ........4-2 Spark plug, checking ......7-6 Brake lever, rear........4-3 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. •...