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OWNER'S MANUAL
YW50A
5PJ-F8199-17
LIT-11626-24-58

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  • Page 1 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL YW50A 5PJ-F8199-17 LIT-11626-24-58...
  • Page 2 EAU10042 Q Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
  • Page 3 Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of the scooter. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAUT2191 YW50A OWNER’S MANUAL ©2010 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st edition, July 2010 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use with- out the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. is expressly prohibited. Printed in Taiwan.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS LOCATION OF IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION Checking the front brake lever free LABELS ..........1-1 CHECKS ..........4-1 play ..........6-14 SAFETY INFORMATION ....1-3 Adjusting the rear brake lever free Further safe-riding points ....1-7 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING play ..........
  • Page 7 Identifi cation numbers ...... 9-1 Vehicle Emission Control Information label ..........9-2 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...
  • Page 8 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 diffi cult to read or comes off, a replace- ment label is available from your Yamaha dealer. 4 5 6...

  • Page 9: Location Of Important Labels

    EAU45762 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS SAFETY INFORMATION...

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION EAU10268 each time you use the vehicle to make occur. Be a Responsible Owner sure it is in safe operating condition. • Ride where other motorists can As the vehicle’s owner, you are re- Failure to inspect or maintain the ve- see you.
  • Page 11 SAFETY INFORMATION angle for the speed). road use only. It is not suitable for burns. ● • Always obey the speed limit off-road use. A passenger should also observe and never travel faster than the above precautions. warranted by road and traffi c Protective Apparel conditions.
  • Page 12 Yamaha accessories, which are avail- scooter to minimize imbalance or of the scooter is changed. To avoid able only from a Yamaha dealer, have instability. the possibility of an accident, use ex- been designed, tested, and approved ●...
  • Page 13 SAFETY INFORMATION mended by Yamaha, even if sold and not in any way reduce ground freedom of movement of the installed by a Yamaha dealer. clearance or cornering clearance, operator and may limit control limit suspension travel, steering ability, therefore, such acces-...

  • Page 14: Further Safe-Riding Points

    SAFETY INFORMATION ● EAU10350 Remove all loose items from the when stopping on a wet surface. Further safe-riding points ● scooter. Slow down as you approach a ● Make sure to signal clearly when ● Point the front wheel straight corner or turn.
  • Page 15 SAFETY INFORMATION carriers. A loose load will affect the stability of the scooter and could divert your attention from the road. (See page 1-3.)

  • Page 16: Description

    EAU10401 EAU10401 DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION EAU10410 Left view 1. Front wheel (page 6-12) 8. Adjusting nut (page 6-14) 2. Front brake caliper (page 6-15) 9. Kickstarter (page 3-8) 3. Front turn signal light 10. Air fi lter element (page 6-11) 4. Helmet holder (page 3-9) 11.

  • Page 17: Right View

    EAU10401 DESCRIPTION EAU10420 Right view 3, 4 1. Tail/brake light 8. Centerstand (page 6-19) 2. Carrier (page 3-11) 9. Muffl er (page 3-7) 3. Fuel tank cap (page 3-5) 4. 2-stroke engine oil tank cap (page 3-5) 5. Seat (page 3-9) 6.

  • Page 18: Controls And Instruments

    EAU10401 DESCRIPTION EAU10430 Controls and instruments 1. Rear brake lever (page 3-5) 8. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-3) 3. Speedometer unit (page 3-3) Fuel gauge (page 3-3) 5. Right handlebar switches (page 3-3) 6. Front brake lever (page 3-4) 7.

  • Page 19: Instrument And Control Functions

    EAU1044E EAU1044E INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10460 started. To lock the steering Main switch/steering lock EAU10661 All electrical systems are off. The key can be removed. EWA10061 WARNING LOCK Never turn the key to “OFF” or “LOCK”...

  • Page 20: Indicator And Warning Lights

    “*” position or does not go off turn signal switch is pushed to the left after the 2-stroke engine oil tank has or right. been refi lled, have a Yamaha dealer EAU11080 check the electrical circuit. High beam indicator light “&”...

  • Page 21: Speedometer Unit

    EAU1044E 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 ZAUM00** 2. Odometer 1. Dimmer switch “%/&” The fuel gauge indicates the amount 2. Turn signal switch “4/6” The speedometer unit is equipped 3.

  • Page 22: Front Brake Lever

    EAU1044E INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12400 EAU12711 EAU12900 Dimmer switch “&/%” Start switch “,” Front brake lever Set this switch to “&” for the high Push this switch to crank the engine beam and to “%” for the low beam. with the starter.

  • Page 23: Rear Brake Lever

    EAU1044E INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12950 EAUT1031 fuel fi ller aligned. Turn the lever to Rear brake lever Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil the “LOCK” position, and then push it tank caps down. The fuel tank cap and the 2-stroke en- EWA10121 gine oil tank cap are located under the WARNING...

  • Page 24: Fuel

    EAU1044E INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EWA10141 EAU13212 other sources of ignition such as Fuel WARNING the pilot lights of water heaters M a k e s u r e t h a t t h e f u e l a n d and clothes dryers.

  • Page 25: Catalytic Converter

    Gasohol containing heat. ethanol can be used if the ethanol content does not exceed 10% (E10). Gasohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it...

  • Page 26: 2-Stroke Engine Oil

    EAU1044E INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ECA10701 EAU13453 EAU13680 2-stroke engine oil Kickstarter NOTICE Make sure that there is suffi cient Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of leaded gasoline will cause 2-stroke engine oil in the oil tank. Add unrepairable damage to the cata- the recommended 2-stroke engine oil lytic converter.

  • Page 27: Seat

    EAU1044E INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13932 EAU14301 3. Fold the seat up. Seat Helmet holder To open the seat 1. Place the scooter on the center- stand. 2. I n s e r t t h e k e y i n t o t h e m a i n switch, and then turn it counter- clockwise to “OPEN”.

  • Page 28: Storage Compartments

    EAU1044E INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAUT1712 To release the helmet from the hel- Rear storage compartment Storage compartments met holder Front storage compartment Open the seat, remove the helmet from the helmet holder, and then close the seat. ZAUM00** 1. Storage compartment ZAUM00** The rear storage compartment is lo- 1.

  • Page 29: Carrier

    EAU1044E INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU15112 in a plastic bag before storing Carrier them in the compartment. ● Since the rear storage com- partment may get wet while the scooter is being washed, wrap any articles stored in the rear compartment in a plastic bag.

  • Page 30: For Your Safety - Pre-Operation Checks

    Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment dam- age. Do not operate the vehicle if you fi nd any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures pro- vided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 31 • Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 6-12, 6-17 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. • Check for damage. • Check tire condition and tread depth.
  • Page 32 EAU15582 FOR YOUR SAFETY - PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Make sure that operation is smooth. Centerstand 6-19 • Lubricate pivots if necessary. • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. Chassis fasteners • Tighten if necessary. Instruments, lights, signals •...

  • Page 33: Operation And Important Riding Points

    Starting a cold engine to become familiar with all controls. ECA10250 If there is a control or function you NOTICE do not understand, ask your Yamaha See page 5-4 for engine break-in dealer. instructions prior to operating the EWA10271 vehicle for the fi rst time.

  • Page 34: Starting Off

    EAU15943 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU16770 EAU16780 starter motor, try using the kick- Starting off Acceleration and decelera- starter. tion Before starting off, allow the engine to warm up. 1. While pulling the rear brake lever with your left hand and holding the carrier with your right hand, push the scooter off the center- stand.

  • Page 35: Braking

    EAU15943 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU16793 EAU16820 Front Braking Tips for reducing fuel con- sumption EWA10300 WARNING Fuel consumption depends largely on ● Avoid braking hard or sud- your riding style. Consider the follow- denly (especially when leaning ing tips to reduce fuel consumption: over to one side), otherwise the ●...

  • Page 36: Engine Break-In

    If any engine trouble should occur full-throttle operation or any condition ZAUM00** during the engine break-in period, that might result in engine overheating immediately have a Yamaha dealer must be avoided. check the vehicle. EAUM2091 0 ~ 150 km (0 ~ 90 mi) Avoid prolonged operation above 1/3 throttle.

  • Page 37: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment

    To avoid possible burns, service or while using the vehicle. let brake components cool before If you are not familiar with vehicle touching them. service, have a Yamaha dealer per- form service.

  • Page 38: Owner's Tool Kit

    EAU17451 rience required for a particular job, Emission controls not only function Owner’s tool kit have a Yamaha dealer perform it for to ensure cleaner air, but are also you. vital to proper engine operation and maximum performance. In the follow-...

  • Page 39: Periodic Maintenance Chart For The Emission Control System

    From 12000 mi (19000 km) or 36 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 4000 mi (7000 km) or 12 months. ● Items marked with an asterisk require special tools, data and technical skills, have a Yamaha dealer perform the service. EAU17561...

  • Page 40: General Maintenance And Lubrication Chart

    EAU1722A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU32126 General maintenance and lubrication chart INITIAL ODOMETER READING 600 mi 2000 mi 4000 mi 6000 mi 8000 mi 10000 mi ITEM ROUTINE (1000 km) (4000 km) (7000 km) (10000 km) (13000 km) (16000 km) 1 month 6 months 12 months...
  • Page 41 • Check vehicle for oil leakage. √ √ √ • Change. 16 * V-belt • Replace. Every 6250 mi (10000 km) Control and meter • Apply Yamaha chain and cable √ √ √ √ √ √ 17 * cables lube or engine oil thoroughly.
  • Page 42 EAU1722A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT INITIAL ODOMETER READING 600 mi 2000 mi 4000 mi 6000 mi 8000 mi 10000 mi ITEM ROUTINE (1000 km) (4000 km) (7000 km) (10000 km) (13000 km) (16000 km) 1 month 6 months 12 months 18 months 24 months 30 months...
  • Page 43 EAU1722A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU17620 ● The air fi lter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. ● Hydraulic brake system • When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, always replace the brake fl uid. Check the brake fl uid level regularly and fi...

  • Page 44: Removing And Installing The Panel

    EAU1722A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18751 EAU19210 EAUT1835 Panel A Removing and installing the Checking the spark plug To remove the panel panel The spark plug is an important engine Remove the screws, and then take component, which is easy to check. the panel off.
  • Page 45 5. Install the panel. operating improperly. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Spark plug gap: Instead, have a Yamaha dealer check 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.024 - 0.028 in) the vehicle. 2. Check the spark plug for elec-...

  • Page 46: Final Transmission Oil

    If any leakage is found, have a 7. Refi ll with the specifi ed amount of Yamaha dealer check and repair the the recommended fi nal transmis- scooter. In addition, the fi nal transmis- sion oil.

  • Page 47: Air Fi Lter Element

    Therefore, car- Yamaha dealer. buretor adjustments should be left to Yamaha dealer, who has the neces- Engine idling speed: sary professional knowledge and ex- 1800 - 1900 r/min perience.

  • Page 48: Checking The Throttle Grip Free Play

    EAU1722A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU21384 EAUT1703 Checking the throttle grip Tires Tire air pressure (measured on cold free play To maximize the performance, du- tires): Up to 90 kg (198 lb): rability, and safe operation of your Front: scooter, note the following points re- 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) garding the specifi...
  • Page 49 When a tire tread each ride. If a tire tread shows cross- should be left to a Yamaha Service b e g i n s t o s h o w c r o s s w i s e wise lines (minimum tread depth), if Technician.

  • Page 50: Cast Wheels

    If there is free play, ing the specifi ed wheels. have a Yamaha dealer inspect the ● T h e w h e e l r i m s s h o u l d b e brake system.

  • Page 51: Rear Brake Shoes

    The front brake pads and the rear a Yamaha dealer replace the brake brake shoes must be checked for pads as a set. EAU22540 wear at the intervals specifi...

  • Page 52: Checking The Brake Fl Uid Level

    EAU1722A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU32344 ● Yamaha dealer replace the brake Use only the recommended qual- Checking the brake fl uid level shoes as a set. ity brake fl uid, otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate, causing leakage and poor braking performance.

  • Page 53: Changing The Brake Fl Uid

    In addition, the cable should be lubri- the oil seals of the brake master cyl- the cables and cable ends should be cated by a Yamaha dealer at the inter- inder and caliper as well as the brake lubricated if necessary. If a cable is vals specifi...

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Autolube Pump

    The Autolube pump is a vital and so- Front brake lever: Silicone grease phisticated component of the engine, Front brake lever Rear brake lever: which must be adjusted by a Yamaha Lithium-soap-based grease dealer at the intervals specifi ed in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. ZAUM00**...

  • Page 55: Checking And Lubricating The Centerstand

    If the centerstand does not move bars several times to check if the up and down smoothly, have a front fork compresses and re- Yamaha dealer check or repair it. Otherwise, the centerstand could bounds smoothly. contact the ground and distract the operator, resulting in a possible loss of control.

  • Page 56: Checking The Steering

    [EWA10751] 2. Hold the lower ends of the front have a Yamaha dealer check or re- pair it. fork legs and try to move them forward and backward. If any free play can be felt, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair the steer- ing.

  • Page 57: Checking The Wheel Bearings

    Avoid any contact the wheel hub or if the wheel does not with skin, eyes or clothing and turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer always shield your eyes when check the wheel bearings. working near batteries. In case of contact, administer the fol- lowing FIRST AID.

  • Page 58: Replacing The Fuse

    [ECA16302] To charge the battery 2. If the battery will be stored for Have a Yamaha dealer charge the more than two months, check it battery as soon as possible if it seems at least once a month and fully to have discharged.

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    Use only genuine Yamaha replace- ment parts. Imitation parts may look like Yamaha parts, but they are often inferior, have a shorter service life and can lead to expensive repair bills. EWA15141...

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting Chart

    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.

  • Page 61: Scooter Care And Storage

    fi nished parts. Be Rust and corrosion can develop even Cleaning sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for if high-quality components are used. A ECA10783 advice on what products to use be-...
  • Page 62 EAU25991 SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE with water, diluted mild deter- c l e a n e r s o r h a r d s p o n g e s rosive in combination with water, carry gent with water may be used. as they will cause dulling or out the following steps after each ride Be sure to rinse off any deter-...

  • Page 63: Storage

    Contaminants on the brakes or of the presence of ammonia) tires can cause loss of control. ● Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- and areas where strong chemi- ● Make sure that there is no oil vice on what products to use.
  • Page 64 EAU25991 SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE ber by loosening the drain bolt; w h i l e t u r n i n g t h e e n g i n e more information on storing the this will prevent fuel deposits from over.

  • Page 65: Specifications

    7.01 :1 143 kg (315 lb) Clutch type Starting system Tire air pressure (measured on cold Dry, centrifugal automatic Electric starter and kickstarter Transmission tires) Lubrication system Primary reduction ratio Loading condition Separate lubrication (Yamaha autolube) 1.000 90 kg (198 lb)
  • Page 66 SPECIFICATIONS Front Meter lighting Front suspension 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi, 2.00 bar) 12 V, 3.4 W x 1 Type Rear Meter lighting (fuel meter) Telescopic fork 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi, 2.00 bar) 12 V, 1.7 W x 1 Spring/shock absorber type Loading condition High beam indicator light...
  • Page 67 SPECIFICATIONS...

  • Page 68: Consumer Information

    Record the key identifi cation num- ber, vehicle identifi cation 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 ve- hicle is stolen. KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:...

  • Page 69: Vehicle Emission Control Information Label

    This information will be needed when in the illustration. This label shows ordering spare parts from a Yamaha specifi cations related to exhaust emis- dealer. sions as required by federal law, state...

  • Page 70: Reporting Safety Defects

    If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should im- mediately inform the National Highway Traffi c 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 fi nds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.

  • Page 71: Scooter Noise Regulation

    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 per- son.

  • Page 72: Maintenance Record

    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.
  • Page 73 EAU26343 CONSUMER INFORMATION Maintenance Date of Servicing dealer Mileage Remarks interval service name and address 16000 mi (25000 km) or 48 months 18000 mi (28000 km) or 54 months 20000 mi (31000 km) or 60 months...

  • Page 74: Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.s.a. Riva Limited Warranty

    EAU26343 CONSUMER INFORMATION EAU26681 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. RIVA LIMITED WARRANTY...
  • Page 75 EAU26343 CONSUMER INFORMATION...

  • Page 76: Yamaha Extended Service (Y.e.s.)

    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.
  • Page 77 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.
  • Page 78 INDEX Fuel gauge ..........3-3 Safety information ........1-3 Fuse, replacing ........6-22 Seat............3-9 Acceleration and deceleration....5-2 Spark plug, checking......... 6-8 Air fi lter element ........6-11 Specifi cations..........8-1 Autolube pump, adjusting ....... 6-18 Handlebar switches........3-3 Speedometer unit........
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