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OWNER'S MANUAL
WR250XZ
32D-28199-25

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  • Page 1 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL WR250XZ 32D-28199-25...
  • Page 2 EAU46090 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
  • Page 3 Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the WR250XZ, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the de- sign and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.

  • Page 4: Important Manual Information

    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 EAU10200 WR250XZ OWNER’S MANUAL ©2010 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 1st edition, January 2010 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. is expressly prohibited. Printed in Japan.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS LOCATION OF IMPORTANT Sidestand ........4-19 Checking the throttle cable free LABELS ..........1-1 Ignition circuit cut-off system ..4-19 play ........... 7-18 Valve clearance ......7-18 SAFETY INFORMATION ....2-1 FOR YOUR SAFETY – Tires ..........7-19 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ..... 5-1 Spoke wheels ......
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS Checking the steering ....7-30 Checking the wheel bearings ..7-31 Battery ..........7-31 Replacing the fuses ......7-32 Replacing the headlight bulb ..7-33 Tail/brake light ......7-35 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...........7-35 Replacing the license plate light bulb ...........7-36 Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ...7-36 Supporting the motorcycle ....7-37 Front wheel ........7-37...

  • Page 8: Location Of Important Labels

    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 difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 9 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS Before you operate this vehicle, read the owner’s manual. Prima di usare il veicolo, leggete il manuale di istruzioni. Lire le manuel du propri étaire avant d ’utiliser ce v éhicule. Lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung bevor Sie dieses Fahrzeug fahren. Antes de conducir este vehículo, lea el Manual del Propietario.
  • Page 10 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS...
  • Page 11 LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS STATIONARY NOISE TEST INFORMATION TESTED 88 dB(A) 5000 r/min SILENCING SYSTEM : YAMAHA IDENTIFICATION : 32D 32D-2118G-20...

  • Page 12: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION EAU10315 Safe Riding • Ride where other motorists can Perform the pre-operation checks each see you. Avoid riding in another time you use the vehicle to make sure it motorist’s blind spot. Be a Responsible Owner is in safe operating condition. Failure to Many accidents involve inexperi- As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- inspect or maintain the vehicle properly...
  • Page 13 SAFETY INFORMATION due to excessive speed or under- Protective apparel Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning cornering (insufficient lean angle The majority of fatalities from motorcy- All engine exhaust contains carbon for the speed). cle accidents are the result of head in- monoxide, a deadly gas.
  • Page 14 Yamaha accessories, which are avail- treme caution when adding cargo or able only from a Yamaha dealer, have accessories to your motorcycle. Use Shifting weights can create a sud- been designed, tested, and approved extra care when riding a motorcycle den imbalance.
  • Page 15 • Accessories fitted to the handle- Use caution when adding electri- genuine Yamaha accessories, recog- bar or the front fork area can cal accessories. If electrical acces- nize that some aftermarket accessories...
  • Page 16 SAFETY INFORMATION Check that the fuel cock (if equipped) is in the “OFF” posi- tion and that there are no fuel leaks. Point the front wheel straight ahead on the trailer or in the truck bed, and choke it in a rail to prevent movement.

  • Page 17: Description

    DESCRIPTION EAU10410 Left view 1. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 4-14) 9. Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw (page 4-14) 2. Fuse box (page 7-32) 3. Coolant reservoir (page 7-13) 4. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting screw (page 4-17) 5.

  • Page 18: Right View

    DESCRIPTION EAU10420 Right view 1. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 7-24) 2. Air filter element (page 7-16) 3. Rear brake light switch (page 7-23) 4. Bleed screw (page 4-16) 5. Engine oil filler cap (page 7-10) 6. Engine oil level check window (page 7-10) 7.

  • Page 19: Controls And Instruments

    DESCRIPTION EAU10430 Controls and instruments 1. Clutch lever (page 4-9) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 4-8) 3. Main switch/steering lock (page 4-1) 4. Multi-function display (page 4-3) 5. Right handlebar switches (page 4-8) 6. Brake lever (page 4-10) 7. Throttle grip (page 7-18) 8.

  • Page 20: Instrument And Control Functions

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10460 EAU10661 To lock the steering Main switch/steering lock All electrical systems are off. The key can be removed. EWA10061 WARNING Never turn the key to “OFF” or “LOCK” while the vehicle is moving. Otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off, which may result in loss of control or an accident.

  • Page 21: Indicator Lights And Warning Lights

    ” initially when the key is turned to “ON”, 6. Engine trouble warning light “ ” or if the warning light remains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical EAU11020 circuit. Turn signal indicator light “ ” This indicator light flashes when the...

  • Page 22: Multi-Function Display

    5. Speedometer Engine trouble warning light “ ” 6. Odometer/tripmeter/fuel reserve tripmeter This warning light comes on or flashes if a problem is detected in the electrical circuit monitoring the engine. If this oc- curs, have a Yamaha dealer check the...
  • Page 23 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS two tripmeters (which show the When the key is turned to “ON”, all distance traveled since they were of the display segments of the last set to zero) multi-function display will appear a fuel reserve tripmeter (which and then disappear, in order to test shows the distance traveled since the electrical circuit.
  • Page 24 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To reset a tripmeter, select it by push- ing the “SELECT 2” button, and then The fuel level warning light may not push the “RESET” button for at least function accurately while riding off road one second. If you do not reset the fuel as the fuel level reading changes due to reserve tripmeter manually, it will reset the movement and inclination of the ve-...
  • Page 25 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 1. Check that the stopwatch is not in operation. If the stopwatch is in op- When setting the clock, push the eration, stop it by pushing the “SE- “SELECT 1” button to increase the LECT 1” button and “SELECT 2” digits or “SELECT 2”...
  • Page 26 3. Push the “SELECT 1” button and 1. Check that the stopwatch mea- consult your nearby Yamaha dealer. “SELECT 2” button together to surement is in operation. Calibrate the distance-compensation stop the stopwatch.

  • Page 27: Handlebar Switches

    If the display indicates any error codes, note the code number, and then have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 1. Engine stop switch “ ” 2. Start switch “...

  • Page 28: Clutch Lever

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12400 EAU12711 EAU12820 Dimmer switch “ ” Start switch “ ” Clutch 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 29: Shift Pedal

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12870 EAU12890 EAU12941 Shift pedal Brake lever Brake pedal 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever 1. Brake pedal The shift pedal is located on the left The brake lever is located at the right The brake pedal is on the right side of side of the engine and is used in com- handlebar grip.

  • Page 30: Fuel Tank Cap

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU44363 EAU13212 Fuel tank cap Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in To remove the fuel tank cap the tank. 1. Insert the key into the lock and turn EWA10881 WARNING it counterclockwise as shown. Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable.
  • Page 31 WARNING as well as to the exhaust system. Gasoline is poisonous and can Your Yamaha engine has been de- cause injury or death. Handle gaso- signed to use premium unleaded gaso- line with care. Never siphon gaso- line with a research octane number of line by mouth.

  • Page 32: Catalytic Converter

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13433 ECA10701 EAU46280 Catalytic converter Seat NOTICE This model is equipped with a catalytic Use only unleaded gasoline. The use converter in the exhaust system. To remove the seat of leaded gasoline will cause unre- Remove the bolts, and then pull the EWA10862 pairable damage to the catalytic WARNING...

  • Page 33: Helmet Holder

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU14282 EAU45202 Helmet holder Adjusting the front fork EWA10180 WARNING Always adjust both fork legs equal- ly, otherwise poor handling and loss of stability may result. This front fork is equipped with rebound damping force adjusting screws and compression damping force adjusting 1.
  • Page 34 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 1. Rebound damping force adjusting screw 1. Rubber cap 1. Compression damping force adjusting screw 2. To increase the compression Rebound damping setting: Compression damping setting: damping force and thereby harden Minimum (soft): Minimum (soft): the compression damping, turn the 17 click(s) in direction (b)* 19 click(s) in direction (b)* Standard:...

  • Page 35: Front Fork Bleeding

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS it would be advisable to check the num- EAU14792 Front fork bleeding ber of clicks of each damping force ad- EWA10200 justing mechanism and to modify the WARNING specifications as necessary. Always bleed both fork legs, other- wise poor handling and loss of sta- bility may result.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Shock Absorber Assembly

    13 click(s) in direction (b)* Spring preload adjustment should be Maximum (hard): Maximum (hard): made by a Yamaha dealer, since this Distance A = 206.0 mm (8.11 in) 3 click(s) in direction (b)* service requires special tools and tech- * With the adjusting knob fully turned in direction (a) nical skills.

  • Page 37: Exup System

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EWA10221 EAU41941 EXUP system WARNING This model is equipped with Yamaha’s This shock absorber assembly con- EXUP (EXhaust Ultimate Power valve) tains highly pressurized nitrogen system. This system boosts engine gas. Read and understand the fol-...

  • Page 38: Sidestand

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU15303 below and have a Yamaha dealer re- EAU44892 Sidestand Ignition circuit cut-off system pair it if it does not function proper- The sidestand is located on the left side The ignition circuit cut-off system (com- of the frame.
  • Page 39 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS WARNING With the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”. dealer check the system before riding.

  • Page 40: For Your Safety - Pre-Operation Checks

    • If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. 7-13 • Check cooling system for leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check lever free play. • Adjust if necessary. Front brake •...
  • Page 41 • Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check cable free play. Throttle grip 7-18, 7-28 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 7-27 •...
  • Page 42 • Tighten if necessary. Instruments, lights, signals • Check operation. — and switches • Correct if necessary. • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. Sidestand switch 4-19 • If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.

  • Page 43: Operation And Important Riding Points

    Yamaha dealer. The transmission is in the neutral gine in case of a turnover. In this position.

  • Page 44: Shifting

    NOTICE tral position. (See page 6-2.) The neutral indicator light should come Even with the transmission in on. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to the neutral position, do not check the electrical circuit. coast for long periods of time 3.

  • Page 45: Tips For Reducing Fuel Consumption

    Since the engine is brand new, do not gine speeds during acceleration. immediately have a Yamaha dealer put an excessive load on it for the first Do not rev the engine while shifting check the vehicle.

  • Page 46: Parking

    OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU17213 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10311 WARNING Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned.

  • Page 47: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment

    If If you do not have the tools or experi- you are not familiar with vehicle ser- ence required for a particular job, have vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform a Yamaha dealer perform it for you. service.

  • Page 48: Periodic Maintenance Chart For The Emission Control System

    From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi). Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills.

  • Page 49: General Maintenance And Lubrication Chart

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU1770C General maintenance and lubrication chart ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) √ √...
  • Page 50 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) • Check operation and for exces- √ √...
  • Page 51 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) Shock absorber as- • Check operation and shock ab- √...
  • Page 52 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18670 The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. Hydraulic brake service • Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level. • Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake fluid.

  • Page 53: Removing And Installing Panels

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18771 EAU45131 Removing and installing pan- Panel A The panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance To remove the panel jobs described in this chapter. Refer to 1. Remove the seat. (See page this section each time a panel needs to 4-13.) be removed and installed.
  • Page 54 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 2. Install the seat. Panel B To remove the panel 1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-13.) 2. Remove the bolt, and then remove the panel as shown. 1. Bolt 2. Install the seat. 2. Panel A 3.

  • Page 55: Checking The Spark Plug

    Do not attempt to diagnose To remove the panel such problems yourself. Instead, have 1. Remove the seat. (See page a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 4-13.) If the spark plug shows signs of elec- 2. Remove the bolt and washer, and trode erosion and excessive carbon or then remove the panel as shown.

  • Page 56: Engine Oil And Oil Filter Element

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Before installing a spark plug, the spark EAU45143 Engine oil and oil filter ele- plug gap should be measured with a If a torque wrench is not available when ment wire thickness gauge and, if necessary, installing a spark plug, a good estimate The engine oil level should be checked adjusted to specification.
  • Page 57 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 4. Remove the engine oil filler cap, the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crankcase. 1. Engine oil filler cap 1. Oil filter element cover 2. Maximum level mark 2.
  • Page 58 If this occurs, the recommended engine oil, and fication of “CD” or oils of a high- have a Yamaha dealer repair the then install and tighten the oil filler er quality than specified. In vehicle.

  • Page 59: Coolant

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU20070 Coolant The coolant level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the cool- ant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. EAU20253 To check the coolant level 1.
  • Page 60 If water has been essary. added to the coolant, have a 2. Remove panels A and C. (See Yamaha dealer check the anti- page 7-7.) freeze content of the coolant as 3. Place a container under the engine soon as possible, otherwise the to collect the used coolant.
  • Page 61 18. Start the engine, and then check Antifreeze/water mixture ratio: its gasket to drain the cooling sys- the vehicle for coolant leakage. If tem. coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha Recommended antifreeze: High-quality ethylene glycol anti- dealer check the cooling system. freeze containing corrosion inhibi- 19.

  • Page 62: Cleaning The Air Filter Element And Check Hose

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU44323 3. Unhook the holding clip, and then Cleaning the air filter element pull the air filter element out. and check hose The air filter element should be cleaned or replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart.

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Engine Idling Speed

    Recommended oil: follows. Yamaha foam air filter oil or other quality foam air filter oil A digital tachometer is needed to make 6. Pull the sponge material over the this adjustment.

  • Page 64: Checking The Throttle Cable Free Play

    The valve clearance changes with use, resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. 1. Idle adjusting screw Engine idling speed: 1450–1650 r/min...

  • Page 65: Tires

    The tire air pressure must be Never overload your vehicle. Opera- sidewall is cracked, have a Yamaha checked and adjusted on cold tion of an overloaded vehicle could tires (i.e., when the temperature cause an accident.

  • Page 66: Spoke Wheels

    The wheel rims should be checked model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. It is not recommended to patch for cracks, bends or warpage, and a punctured tube. If unavoid-...

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Clutch Lever Free Play

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Ride at moderate speeds after EAU48372 decrease the clutch lever free play, Adjusting the clutch lever free changing a tire since the tire sur- turn the adjusting bolt in direction play face must first be “broken in” for it (b).

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Brake Lever Free Play

    3. Brake lever free play 4. Rubber cover system. If there is air in the hy- draulic system, have a Yamaha The brake lever free play should mea- dealer bleed the system before sure 5.0–8.0 mm (0.20–0.31 in) as operating the motorcycle.

  • Page 69: Checking The Shift Pedal

    If opera- The front and rear brake pads must be tion is not smooth, have a Yamaha checked for wear at the intervals spec- dealer check the vehicle. ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.

  • Page 70: Checking The Brake Fluid Level

    EAU22580 Before riding, check that the brake fluid Checking the brake fluid level peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace is above the minimum level mark and the brake pads as a set. replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid...

  • Page 71: Changing The Brake Fluid

    EAU22760 Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack ter the brake fluid reservoir when Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be refilling. Water will significantly brake fluid at the intervals specified in checked before each ride and adjusted...
  • Page 72 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT of the motorcycle and can lead Tightening torque: to chain slippage or breakage. Axle nut: To prevent this from occurring, 125 Nm (12.5 m·kgf, 90 ft·lbf) Locknut: keep the drive chain slack with- 16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf) in the specified limits.

  • Page 73: Cleaning And Lubricating The Drive Chain

    If a cable is damaged wet areas. Service the drive chain as or does not move smoothly, have a follows. Yamaha dealer check or replace it. WARNING! Damage to the outer ECA10583 NOTICE sheath may interfere with proper ca-...

  • Page 74: Checking And Lubricating The Throttle Grip And Cable

    Brake lever Lithium-soap-based grease be checked before each ride. In addi- tion, the cable should be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci- fied in the periodic maintenance chart. Clutch lever The operation of the brake and clutch...

  • Page 75: Checking And Lubricating The Brake Pedal

    Checking and lubricating the Lubricating the swingarm piv- brake pedal sidestand The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease The operation of the brake pedal...

  • Page 76: Checking The Front Fork

    WARNING! To avoid injury, of it falling over. have a Yamaha dealer check or re- [EWA10751] securely support the vehicle so 2. Hold the lower ends of the front pair it.

  • Page 77: Checking The Wheel Bearings

    EWA10760 WARNING To charge the battery Electrolyte is poisonous and Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- dangerous since it contains sul- tery as soon as possible if it seems to furic acid, which causes severe have discharged. Keep in mind that the...

  • Page 78: Replacing The Fuses

    Using a conventional battery charger will damage the battery. If you do not have access to a con- stant-voltage battery charger, have a Yamaha dealer charge your battery. 1. Main fuse 2. Spare main fuse To store the battery 1.

  • Page 79: Replacing The Headlight Bulb

    4. If a fuse immediately blows again, 1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off using a cloth moistened with al- have a Yamaha dealer check the the electrical circuit in question. cohol or thinner. electrical system.
  • Page 80 7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary. 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb. 1. Headlight coupler 2.

  • Page 81: Tail/Brake Light

    1. Remove the turn signal light lens If the tail/brake light does not come on, by removing the screw. have a Yamaha dealer check it. 1. Turn signal light bulb 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in, and then turn it clock- wise until it stops.

  • Page 82: Replacing The License Plate Light Bulb

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU24313 EAU45222 Replacing the license plate Replacing an auxiliary light light bulb bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re- by removing the screws. place it as follows. 1.

  • Page 83: Supporting The Motorcycle

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU24350 a jack either under each side of the EAU24360 Supporting the motorcycle Front wheel frame in front of the rear wheel or under Since this model is not equipped with a each side of the swingarm. centerstand, follow these precautions EAU45161 To remove the front wheel...

  • Page 84: Rear Wheel

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU25080 Rear wheel Make sure that there is enough space between the brake pads before install- EAU45182 To remove the rear wheel ing the brake caliper onto the brake EWA10821 disc. WARNING 2. Insert the wheel axle. To avoid injury, securely support the 3.
  • Page 85 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Make sure that there is enough space between the brake pads be- fore installing the wheel. 1. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt 1. Wheel axle 2. Locknut 8. Remove the wheel. NOTICE: Do 3. Brake caliper not apply the brake after the 5.

  • Page 86: Troubleshooting

    The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your- self. 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.

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting Charts

    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 88 Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a The coolant level Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system. is OK. If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.

  • Page 89: Motorcycle Care And Storage

    Rust and corrosion can develop matte colored finished parts. Be Cleaning even if high-quality components are sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for ECA10772 advice on what products to use be- used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- NOTICE fore cleaning the vehicle.
  • Page 90 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE off any detergent residue using Test the product on a small hid- plenty of water, as it is harmful den part of the windshield to Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may to plastic parts. make sure that it does not leave remain well into spring.

  • Page 91: Storage

    WARNING To prevent corrosion, avoid Contaminants on the brakes or tires Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- damp cellars, stables (because can cause loss of control. vice on what products to use. of the presence of ammonia)
  • Page 92 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 3. Perform the following steps to pro- 5. Check and, if necessary, correct tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc. the tire air pressure, and then lift from corrosion. the motorcycle so that both of its a. Remove the spark plug cap wheels are off the ground.

  • Page 93: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Engine oil: Fuel: Overall length: Recommended brand: Recommended fuel: 2115 mm (83.3 in) YAMALUBE Premium unleaded gasoline only Overall width: Type: Fuel tank capacity: 810 mm (31.9 in) SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40, 7.6 L (2.01 US gal, 1.67 Imp.gal) Overall height: 20W-40 or 20W-50 Fuel reserve amount:...
  • Page 94 SPECIFICATIONS Gear ratio: Loading: Recommended fluid: 1st: DOT 4 Maximum load: 37/14 (2.642) Rear brake: 185 kg (408 lb) 2nd: (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and Type: 29/16 (1.813) accessories) Single disc brake 3rd: Tire air pressure (measured on cold Operation: 29/22 (1.318) Right foot operation...
  • Page 95 SPECIFICATIONS Headlight: Headlight fuse: 15.0 A Bulb type: Signaling system fuse: Halogen bulb Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: 10.0 A Ignition fuse: Headlight: 7.5 A 12 V, 60 W/55 W Radiator fan fuse: Tail/brake light: 7.5 A Fuel injection system fuse: Front turn signal light: 12 V, 10.0 W ×...

  • Page 96: Consumer Information

    Record the vehicle identification num- ber 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 vehicle is stolen. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1. Vehicle identification number 1.

  • Page 97: Motorcycle Noise Regulation (For Australia)

    CONSUMER INFORMATION EAU26570 Motorcycle noise regulation (for Australia) TAMPERING WITH NOISE CON- TROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: Owners are warned that the law may prohibit: a. The removal or rendering inopera- tive 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 pur-...
  • Page 98 INDEX EXUP system ........4-18 Air filter element and check hose, Panels, removing and installing ....7-7 cleaning ..........7-16 Front and rear brake pads, checking..7-23 Parking ............6-4 Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ....7-36 Front fork, adjusting......4-14 Part locations .......... 3-1 Front fork, bleeding.......
  • Page 99 INDEX Valve clearance ........7-18 Vehicle identification number....10-1 Wheel bearings, checking ....7-31 Wheel (front) ......... 7-37 Wheel (rear).......... 7-38 Wheels..........7-20...
  • Page 102 YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN 2010.02-0.3×1 CR...

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