NOTICE HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This manual was written by the Yamaha Motor Company primarily for use by Yamaha dealers and Particularly important information is distinguished in their qualified mechanics. It is not possible to put an this manual by the following notations: entire mechanic’s education into one manual, so it...
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ILLUSTRATED SYMBOLS (Refer to the illustration) INSP INFO Illustrated symbols 1 to 9 are designed as thumb tabs to indicate the chapter’s number and content. 1 General information 2 Periodic inspection and adjustment POWR 3 Chassis CHAS 4 Power train 5 Engine 6 Cooling system 7 Fuel injection system...
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INDEX GENERAL INFORMATION INFO PERIODIC INSPECTION AND INSP ADJUSTMENT CHASSIS CHAS POWER TRAIN POWR ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM COOL FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM – ELECTRICAL ELEC SPECIFICATIONS SPEC...
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION INFO GENERAL INFORMATION MACHINE IDENTIFICATION FRAME SERIAL NUMBER The frame serial number 1 is located on the right-hand side of the frame (just below the front of the seat). ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The engine serial number 1 is located on the left-hand side of the crank- case.
ALL REPLACEMENT PARTS We recommend using genuine Yamaha parts for all replacements. Use oil and grease recommended by Yamaha for assembly and adjustments.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION INFO GASKETS, OIL SEALS, AND O-RINGS 1. All gaskets, seals, and O-rings should be replaced when an engine is overhauled. All gasket surfaces, oil seal lips, and O-rings must be cleaned. 2. Properly oil all mating parts and bearings during reassembly. Apply grease to the oil seal lips.
SPECIAL TOOLS INFO SPECIAL TOOLS Some special tools are necessary for a completely accurate tune-up and assembly. Using the correct special tool will help prevent damage that can be caused by the use of improper tools or improvised techniques. NOTE: •...
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SPECIAL TOOLS INFO • Cooling system tester P/N: YU-24460-01 90890-01325 • Adapter P/N: YU-33984 90890-01352 This tester and its adapter are used for checking the cooling system. • Oil filter wrench P/N: YM-01469 90890-01469 This tool is needed to loosen or tighten the oil filter cartridge. •...
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SPECIAL TOOLS INFO • 40 and 50 mm bearing driver P/N: YM-04058 90890-04058 • Mechanical seal installer P/N: YM-04145 90890-04145 These tools are used to install the water pump seal. • Rotor holding tool P/N: YU-01235 90890-01235 This tool is used to hold the camshaft sprocket. •...
• Engine mount spacer wrench P/N: YS-01516 90890-01516 Used to turn the engine mounting bolts when removing/installing engine. • Yamaha bond No. 1215 P/N: 90890-85505 ® (Three Bond No.1215 This bond is used to seal two mating surfaces (e.g., crankcase mating sur- faces.)
SPECIAL TOOLS INFO • Clutch bushing press P/N: YS-42424 This tool is used for removing and installing the post bushings (primary sheave cap bush, sliding sheave bush and torque cam bush). • Track clip installer P/N: YS-91045-C 90890-01721 This tool is used for installing the track clip. FOR FUEL INJECTION SERVICE •...
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SPECIAL TOOLS INFO • Digital circuit tester P/N: YU-A1927 90890-03174 This instrument is necessary for checking the electrical componenets.
Replace if necessary. ∗ Idle speed Check and adjust engine idle speed. ∗ Fuel injection Adjust synchronization. Check for leakage. ∗ Exhaust system Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Inspect ramp shoes/bushings for wear-for secondary. Replace if necessary. Lubricate with specified grease. ∗ Steering column bearing Lubricate with specified grease. ∗ Ski and front suspension Lubricate with specified grease. ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
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Tool kit and recommended Check for proper placement. equipment ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. NOTE: Brake system: • After disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, always change the brake fluid. Regularly check the brake fluid level and add fluid if necessary.
INSP SPARK PLUGS/FUEL LINE INSPECTION ENGINE SPARK PLUGS 1. Remove: • Fuel tank Refer to “SEAT AND FUEL TANK” in CHAP- TER 5. (PZ50/PZ50GT/PZ50FX/PZ50M) Refer to “RIDER SEAT AND FUEL TANK” in CHAPTER 5. (PZ50VT/PZ50MP) 2. Remove: • Spark plug caps •...
INSP COOLING SYSTEM COOLING SYSTEM Coolant replacement NOTE: The coolant should be changed at least every sea- son. 1. Place the machine on a level surface. 2. Remove: • Right side panel • Right side cover Refer to “COWLINGS” in CHAPTER 3. 3.
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INSP COOLING SYSTEM 7. Connect: • Radiator outlet hose 1 8. Fill: • Cooling system Recommended coolant: High quality silicate-free ethylene glycol antifreeze containing corro- sion inhibitors Coolant mixing ratio (coolant:water): 3:2 (60%:40%) Total amount: PZ50/PZ50GT/PZ50FX/PZ50M 3.6 L (3.17 Imp qt, 3.81 US qt) PZ50VT/PZ50MP 3.7 L (3.26 Imp qt, 3.91 US qt) CAUTION:...
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INSP COOLING SYSTEM/VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT Air bleeding steps: • Remove the cap 1 on the radiator outlet pipe 1. • While slowly adding coolant to the coolant filler, drain the coolant until no more air bubbles appear. • Install the cap 1. •...
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INSP VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT 3. Remove: • Cylinder head cover Refer to “CAMSHAFTS” in CHAPTER 5. • Timing mark accessing screw 1 • Crankshaft end accessing screw 2 4. Measure: • Valve clearance Out of specification → Adjust. Valve clearance (cold): Intake valve: 0.11 ~ 0.20 mm (0.0043 ~ 0.0079 in)
INSP VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT 5. Remove: • Intake camshaft • Exhaust camshaft NOTE: • Refer to “CAMSHAFTS” in CHAPTER 5. • When removing the timing chain and camshafts, fasten a wire to the timing chain to retrieve it if it falls into the crankcase.
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INSP VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT EXAMPLE: Original valve pad number = 148 (thickness = 1.48 mm (0.058 in)) Rounded value = 150 • Locate the rounded number of the original valve pad and the measured valve clearance in the valve pad selection table. The point where the column and row intersect is the new valve pad number.
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INSP VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT • Install the new valve pad 1 and the valve lifter NOTE: • Apply molybdenum disulfide oil to the valve pad and the valve lifter. • The valve lifter must turn smoothly when rotated by hand. •...