Spoke Wheels; Adjusting The Clutch Lever Free Play - Yamaha WR250R Owner's Manual

Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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Spoke wheels

WARNING
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The wheels on this model are not de-
signed for use with tubeless tires.
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Do not attempt to use tubeless tires
on this model.
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To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
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cle, note the following points regarding
the specified wheels.
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The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends, warpage or oth-
er damage, and the spokes for
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looseness or damage before each
ride. If any damage is found, have
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a Yamaha dealer replace the
wheel. Do not attempt even the
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formed or cracked wheel must be
replaced.
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The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
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has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
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dling characteristics, and a short-
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Adjusting the clutch lever free
play
Measure the clutch lever free play as
shown.
1. Clutch lever free play
2. Locknut (clutch lever)
3. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
4. Rubber cover
Periodically check the clutch lever free
play and, if necessary, adjust it as fol-
lows.
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Clutch lever free play:
10.0–15.0 mm (0.39–0.59 in)
1. Slide the rubber cover back at the
clutch lever.
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. To increase the clutch lever free
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(a)
(b)