INTRODUCTIONEAU41074Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha PW50/PW50D/PW50D1. This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast expe-rience 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.This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If youhave any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable atthe date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of themotorcycle. To maintain these high standards, it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to therecommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual.Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and thismanual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.WARNINGEWA10031Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.WARNINGEWA14351This motorcycle is designed and manufactured for off-road use only. It is illegal to operate this motorcycle on anypublic street, road or highway. Such use is prohibited by law. This motorcycle complies with almost all state off-highway noise level and spark arrester laws and regulations. Please check your local riding laws and regulationsbefore operating this motorcycle.AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:● Read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle. Make sure you understand all instructions.● Pay close attention to the warning and notice labels on the motorcycle.● Never operate a motorcycle without proper training or instruction.● Weight of the rider should not exceed 25 kg (55 lb).U5PG8BE0.book Page 1 Wednesday, June 27, 2012 2:53 PM