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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL XT250F 1YB-28199-22...
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EAU46091 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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EAU10103 Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the XT250F, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10134 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS LOCATION OF IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY – Spoke wheels ........ 7-18 LABELS..........1-1 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ..... 5-1 Adjusting the clutch lever free play..........7-19 SAFETY INFORMATION ....2-1 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT Adjusting the brake lever free RIDING POINTS......... 6-1 play..........
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ..........7-32 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ..........7-33 Supporting the motorcycle..... 7-34 Front wheel........7-34 Rear wheel ........7-35 Troubleshooting......7-37 Troubleshooting chart....7-38 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE .......... 8-1 Matte color caution ......
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.
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS WARNING BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS. ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET, eye protection, and protective clothing. 5GK-2118K-00 Cold tire normal pressure should be set as follows. Up to 90 kg (198 Ibs) load FRONT : 125 kPa, ( 1.25 kgf / cm ), 18 psi REAR...
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS STATIONARY NOISE TEST INFORMATION TESTED 82 dB(A) AT 3750 r/min SILENCING SYSTEM : YAMAHA IDENTIFICATION : 5XT 1YB-2118G-00 4AA-22259-40...
SAFETY INFORMATION EAU1031C Take a training course. Beginners • Use extra caution when you are should receive training from a cer- approaching passing tified instructor. Contact an autho- through intersections, since in- Be a Responsible Owner rized motorcycle dealer to find out tersections are the most likely As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- about the training courses nearest...
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SAFETY INFORMATION tice riding your motorcycle with both hands and keep both that covers your legs, ankles, and where there is no traffic until you feet on the passenger footrests. feet. The engine or exhaust sys- have become thoroughly famil- Never carry a passenger unless tem become very hot during or af- iar with the motorcycle and all of...
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- to minimize imbalance or instabili- of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid able only from a Yamaha dealer, have the possibility of an accident, use ex- been designed, tested, and approved ...
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SAFETY INFORMATION mended by Yamaha, even if sold and limit suspension travel, steering not recommended. installed by a Yamaha dealer. travel or control operation, or ob- Use caution when adding electri- scure lights or reflectors. cal accessories. If electrical acces- Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, •...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Point the front wheel straight ahead on the trailer or in the truck bed, and choke it in a rail to pre- vent movement. Shift the transmission in gear (for models with a manual transmis- sion). ...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10462 EAU10662 To lock the steering Main switch/steering lock All electrical systems are off. The key can be removed. EWA10062 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.
” initially when the key is turned to “ON”, 5. Neutral indicator light “ ” or if the warning light remains on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical EAU11021 circuit. Turn signal indicator light “ ” This indicator light flashes when the...
Changing a Yamaha dealer check the electrical settings while riding can distract the circuit. operator and increase the risk of an accident. 1. Odometer/tripmeter (bottom) 2.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS SET” buttons. Clock mode When the key is turned to “ON”, all of the display segments of the To set the clock: multi-function display will appear 1. Push the “SELECT” button and one after the other and then disap- “RESET”...
To signal a right-hand turn, push this code, note the code number, and then switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand have a Yamaha dealer check the vehi- turn, push this switch to “ ”. When re- cle. leased, the switch returns to the center ECA11591 position.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS with the starter. See page 6-1 for start- EAU12821 EAU12872 Clutch lever Shift pedal ing instructions prior to starting the en- gine. 1. Clutch lever 1. Shift pedal The clutch lever is located at the left The shift pedal is located on the left handlebar grip.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12892 EAU12943 EAUM1794 Brake lever Brake pedal Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap 1. Open the fuel tank cap lock cover. 2. Insert the key into the lock and turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be released and the fuel tank cap can be removed.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13213 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank. EWA10882 WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, follow these instructions. 1.
Your Yamaha engine has been de- signed to use regular unleaded gaso- line with a research octane number of 91 or higher. If knocking (or pinging) oc-...
This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust- ing ring. It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer adjust the spring preload. How- ever, if you choose to make this adjust- ment yourself, obtain a special wrench 1.
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Take the shock locknut specified absorber assembly to a Yamaha 1. Locknut torque. dealer for any service. [ECA10132] 2. Spring preload adjusting ring...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU15306 Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not EAU44893 Sidestand Ignition circuit cut-off system function properly. The sidestand is located on the left side The ignition circuit cut-off system (com- of the frame. Raise the sidestand or...
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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.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level. 7-12 • Check vehicle for oil leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check lever free play. • Adjust if necessary. Front brake •...
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• Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 7-16, 7-25 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 7-24 •...
ECA10261 Shifting NOTICE light should come on. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to check the elec- Even with the transmission in trical circuit. the neutral position, do not 3. Start the engine by pushing the coast for long periods of time start switch.
Do not rev the engine while shifting during the engine break-in period, 1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in down, and avoid high engine immediately have a Yamaha dealer the engine wear and polish themselves speeds with no load on the engine. check the vehicle.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU17214 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10312 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.
– possibly leading to pending on the weather, terrain, geo- that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha death. See page 2-2 for more in- graphical location, and individual use, dealers are trained and equipped to...
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. EAU46911 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU1770K 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) • Check condition and for damage, ...
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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 bush assemblies for ...
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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) Rear suspension • Check operation. relay arm and 22 * •...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18681 Air filter • This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it. • The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. ...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18724 2. Unhook both projections at the Removing and installing the bottom of the cowling by pulling it cowling and panels downward, and then pull the cowl- The cowling and panels shown need to ing forward as shown. be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 1. Panel A 1. Panel A 1. Panel A 2. Collar 3. Screw 1. Panel B 1. Panel B To install a panel Panel C 1. Screw 2. Collar Place the collar and panel in their origi- 3.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 2. Install the seat. EAU19605 Checking the spark plug The spark plug is an important engine component, which is easy to check. Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode, the spark plug should be removed and checked in accordance with the periodic mainte- nance and lubrication chart.
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in) ating improperly. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. In- To install the spark plug stead, have a Yamaha dealer check 1. Clean the surface of the spark plug the vehicle. gasket and its mating surface, and 2.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU37806 4. Remove the engine oil filler bolt, Engine oil and oil filter engine oil drain bolt and its gasket element to drain the oil from the crankcase. The engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter ele- ment replaced at the intervals specified in the General periodic maintenance...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT element. 1. Oil filter element cover bolt 1. O-ring 1. Oil filter element drain bolt 2. Oil filter element cover 2. Oil filter element 7. Remove and replace the oil filter 8. Install the oil filter element cover by element and O-rings.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT specified torque. not use oils with a diesel speci- EAU44652 Replacing the air filter element fication of “CD” or oils of a high- Tightening torque: and cleaning the check hose er quality than specified. In Oil filter element drain bolt: addition, do not use oils labeled The air filter element should be re- 10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Check the engine idling speed and, if filter element is properly seated necessary, have it corrected by a in the air filter case. The engine Yamaha dealer. should never be operated with- Engine idling speed: out the air filter element in- 1300–1600 r/min...
Therefore, it must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer is essential to maintain the tires in good at the intervals specified in the periodic condition at all times and replace them maintenance and lubrication chart.
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It is dangerous to ride with a worn-out tire. When a tire tread depth reaches the specified lim- Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires): it, have a Yamaha dealer replace Up to 90 kg (198 lb) load: the tire immediately. Front: ...
If any damage is found, have model by Yamaha. a Yamaha dealer replace the Front tire: wheel. Do not attempt even the Size: smallest repair to the wheel. A de- 2.75-21 45P...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU22036 adjusting bolt in direction (a). To EAU48443 Adjusting the clutch lever free Adjusting the brake lever free decrease the clutch lever free play, play play turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b). If the specified clutch lever free play could be obtained as described above, skip steps 4–7.
The brake light, which is activated by system. If there is air in the hy- the brake pedal and brake lever, should draulic system, have a Yamaha come on just before braking takes ef- dealer bleed the system before fect. If necessary, adjust the rear brake operating the motorcycle.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace EAU22582 Rear brake Checking the brake fluid level the brake pads as a set. Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark. EAU36721 Rear brake pads Check the brake fluid level with the top of the reservoir level.
EAU22733 EAU22762 Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack age. Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be Refill with the same type of brake fluid at the intervals specified in checked before each ride and adjusted brake fluid.
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4. If the drive chain slack is incorrect, adjust it as follows. EAU22963 To adjust the drive chain slack Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- justing the drive chain slack. 1. Loosen the axle nut. 2. To tighten the drive chain, turn the drive chain slack adjusting plate on 1.
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. ECA10584 WARNING! Damage to the outer NOTICE housing of cables may result in in-...
In addi- pedals should be checked before each tion, the cable should be lubricated by a ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu- Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci- bricated if necessary. fied in the periodic maintenance chart. Brake pedal The throttle cable is equipped with a rubber cover.
EWA10732 WARNING If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. Otherwise, the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, re- sulting in a possible loss of control.
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- face and hold it in an upright posi- sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, dealer at the intervals specified in the...
To charge the battery once a month and fully charge it if Electrolyte is poisonous and Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- necessary. dangerous since it contains sul- tery as soon as possible if it seems to 3. Fully charge the battery before in-...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT stallation. NOTICE: When install- EAU53901 Replacing the fuses ing the battery, be sure the key The main fuse and the fuse boxes, is turned to “OFF”, then con- 1 2 3 which contains the fuses for the individ- nect the positive lead before ual circuits, are located behind panel C.
2. Remove the headlight unit by re- 4. If the fuse immediately blows of the bulb, and the bulb life will moving the bolts. again, have a Yamaha dealer be adversely affected. Thor- check the electrical system. oughly clean off any dirt and fin-...
1. Remove the tail/brake light lens by inal position, and then install the removing the screws. bolts. 8. Install the cowling. 9. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary. 1. Headlight coupler 2. Headlight bulb cover 4. Remove the headlight bulb holder by turning it counterclockwise, and 1.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU24205 Replacing a turn signal light bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens by removing the screw. 1. Tail/brake light bulb 1. Turn signal light bulb 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket, push it in, and then turn it clock- push it in, and then turn it clock- wise until it stops.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU24351 frame in front of the rear wheel or under EAU24361 Supporting the motorcycle Front wheel each side of the swingarm. Since this model is not equipped with a centerstand, follow these precautions EAU56421 when removing the front and rear wheel or performing other maintenance To remove the front wheel requiring the motorcycle to stand up-...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 3. Remove the axle nut and the EAU25081 Tightening torque: Rear wheel washer. Axle nut: 4. Pull the wheel axle out. 85 Nm (8.5 m·kgf, 61 ft·lbf) EAU56761 5. Remove the washer, spacers and 7. Push down hard on the handlebar the wheel.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT the right-hand side. Make sure that the drive chain ad- justing plates are installed with the punched sides facing to the out- side and that the retainer on the swingarm is inserted into the slot in the brake caliper bracket.
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.
Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the compression. 4. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression.
Rust and corrosion can develop matte colored finished parts. Be Cleaning even if high-quality components are sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for ECA10773 NOTICE used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- advice on what products to use be- noticed on a car, however, it detracts fore cleaning the vehicle.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE off any detergent residue using Test the product on a small hid- remain well into spring. plenty of water, as it is harmful den part of the windshield to 1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa- to plastic parts.
EWA11132 WARNING ECA10811 Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- NOTICE vice on what products to use. Contaminants on the brakes or tires Storing the motorcycle in a Washing, rainy weather or humid can cause loss of control.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel 4. Lubricate all control cables and the stabilizer (if available) to prevent pivoting points of all levers and the fuel tank from rusting and the pedals as well as of the sidestand/ fuel from deteriorating.
These identification numbers are needed when registering the vehicle with the authorities in your area and when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 1. Vehicle identification number 1. Engine serial number NUMBER:...
space provided. This information will be The use of the vehicle after such needed when ordering spare parts from device or element of design has a Yamaha dealer. been removed or rendered inoper- ative by any person. 10-2...
INDEX Air filter element and check hose, Front and rear brake pads, checking..7-20 Rear suspension, lubricating....7-27 replacing and cleaning......7-14 Front fork, checking ......... 7-27 Fuel............4-8 Safety information ........2-1 Fuel consumption, tips for reducing... 6-3 Battery............7-29 Seat............4-9 Fuel level warning light ......
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