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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL TT250RA 4PX-28199-2G...
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EAU46090 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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Yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your TT250RA. The Owner’s Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury.
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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS LOCATION OF IMPORTANT Adjusting the shock absorber Adjusting the engine idling LABELS ..........1-1 assembly ........4-11 speed ........7-14 Sidestand ........4-13 Checking the throttle grip SAFETY INFORMATION ....2-1 Ignition circuit cut-off system ..4-13 free play ........
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Checking the wheel bearings ..7-26 Battery .......... 7-26 Replacing the fuse ......7-28 Replacing the headlight bulb ..7-28 Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ........... 7-29 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ........... 7-30 Replacing a license plate light bulb ...........
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 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 : 150 kPa, ( 1.50 kgf / cm ), 22 psi 90 kg (198 Ibs) maximum load...
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS STATIONARY NOISE TEST INFORMATION TESTED 79 dB(A) AT 3500 r/min SILENCING SYSTEM : YAMAHA IDENTIFICATION : 4GY 4PX-2118G-20...
SAFETY INFORMATION EAU10318 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...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Always obey the speed limit and juries. The use of a safety helmet is the bon monoxide can cause headaches, never travel faster than warrant- single most critical factor in the preven- dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu- ed by road and traffic conditions. tion or reduction of head injuries.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- the possibility of an accident, use ex- able only from a Yamaha dealer, have treme caution when adding cargo or Shifting weights can create a sud- been designed, tested, and approved accessories to your motorcycle.
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SAFETY INFORMATION genuine Yamaha accessories, recog- weight distribution or aerody- electric failure could result, which nize that some aftermarket accessories namic changes. If accessories could cause a dangerous loss of or modifications are not suitable be- are added to the handlebar or lights or engine power.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Shift the transmission in gear (for models with a manual transmis- sion). Secure motorcycle with tie-downs or suitable straps that are attached to solid parts of the motorcycle, such as the frame or upper front fork triple clamp (and not, for example, to rubber-mount- ed handlebars or turn signals, or parts that could break).
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10450 EWA10072 EAU10981 Main switch Indicator lights WARNING Never turn the key to “OFF” while the vehicle is moving, otherwise the electrical systems will be switched off, which may result in loss of con- trol or an accident. The main switch controls the ignition 1.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS high beam of the headlight is switched EAU11630 EAU12348 Speedometer unit Handlebar switches Left 1. Speedometer 2. Odometer 1. Dimmer switch “ ” 3. Tripmeter 2. Turn signal switch “ ” 4. Reset knob 3. Horn switch “ ”...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Right EAU12500 EAU12820 Horn switch “ ” Clutch lever Press this switch to sound the horn. EAU12660 Engine stop switch “ ” Set this switch to “ ” before starting the engine. Set this switch to “ ”...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12871 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 motorcycle and is used in handlebar grip.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13182 EAU13212 Fuel tank cap Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank. EWA10881 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.
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- curs, use a gasoline of a different brand or premium unleaded fuel.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13561 This indicates reserve. If you run out of Fuel cock fuel while riding, move the lever to this The fuel cock supplies fuel from the position. Fill the tank at the first oppor- tank to the carburetor while filtering it al- tunity.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13600 EAU13660 EAU13740 Starter (choke) knob “ ” Kickstarter Steering lock 1. Starter (choke) knob “ ” 1. Kickstarter 1. Steering lock Starting a cold engine requires a richer If the engine fails to start by pushing the To lock the steering air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by start switch, try to start it by using the...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13960 EAU14282 Seat Helmet holder To remove the seat Remove the bolts, and then pull the seat off. 1. Projection 2. Seat holder 1. Helmet holder 2. Place the seat in the original posi- To open the helmet holder, insert the tion, and then tighten the bolts.
Spring rate An optional air pressure gauge is avail- The total spring rate is adjusted by able at a Yamaha dealer. changing the air pressure as follows. 4. To increase the spring rate and 1. Lift the front wheel off the ground...
Spring preload 1. Damping force adjusting screw ECA10101 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the NOTICE spring preload. Damping setting: To avoid damaging the mechanism, Minimum (soft): do not attempt to turn beyond the...
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Take the shock visable to check the actual total number absorber assembly to a Yamaha sion damping, turn the adjusting knob of clicks or turns of each damping force dealer for any service.
Therefore, check this system regularly and have a Yamaha dealer repair it if it does not 4-13...
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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.
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage. Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Before using this vehicle, check the following points:...
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Make sure that operation is smooth. Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 7-15, 7-23 If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate cable and grip housing. Make sure that operation is smooth. Control cables 7-23 Lubricate if necessary.
(See page 6-2.) The For maximum engine life, never ac- neutral indicator light should come celerate hard when the engine is on. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to cold! check the electrical circuit. 4. Turn the starter (choke) on and completely close the throttle.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU16640 EAU16671 the neutral position, do not Starting a warm engine Shifting coast for long periods of time Follow the same procedure as for start- with the engine off, and do not ing a cold engine with the exception tow the motorcycle for long dis- that the starter (choke) is not required tances.
Turn the starter (choke) off as Since the engine is brand new, do not immediately have a Yamaha dealer soon as possible. put an excessive load on it for the first check the vehicle.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU17171 Parking When parking, stop the engine, remove the key from the main switch, and then turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”. 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.
– possibly leading to pending on the weather, terrain, geo- that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha death. See page 2-1 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.
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) √ √...
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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 chain slack, alignment and condition. Every 500 km (300 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or Drive chain Adjust and lubricate chain with a riding in wet areas...
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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) Change. √ √ √ √ √ √ Engine oil Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18722 To install the cowling Removing and installing the Place the cowling in the original posi- cowling and panels tion, and then install the screw. The cowling and panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the EAU19292 Panels A and B maintenance jobs described in this...
If the spark plug shows a distinctly dif- ferent color, the engine could be oper- ating improperly. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. In- stead, have a Yamaha dealer check 1. Spark plug cap the vehicle. 2. Remove the spark plug as shown, 2.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT it if necessary. 2. Install the spark plug with the EAU50260 Engine oil and oil filter spark plug wrench, and then tight- Specified spark plug: element en it to the specified torque. NGK/CR9E The engine oil level should be checked DENSO/U27ESR-N Tightening torque: before each ride.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 1. Engine oil level check window 1. Engine oil filler bolt 1. Oil filter element drain bolt 2. Maximum level mark 2. Bolt 3. Minimum level mark 3. Oil filter element cover 4. If the engine oil is below the mini- mum level mark, add sufficient oil Skip steps 5–9 if the oil filter element is of the recommended type to raise...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Tightening torque: Recommended oil: Oil filter element cover bolt: See page 9-1. 10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf) Oil quantity: Without oil filter element replace- ment: 1.10 L (1.16 US qt, 0.97 Imp.qt) Make sure that the O-rings are properly With oil filter element replacement: seated.
If no oil comes out after one minute, turn the engine off immediately so it will not seize. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer repair the vehicle. Check the gasket for damage 1. Fastener and replace it if necessary.
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The sponge material should be wet but not dripping. Recommended oil: Yamaha foam air filter oil or other quality foam air filter oil 7. Install the sponge material onto the frame, and then insert the air 1. Sponge material filter element into the air filter case.
Therefore, most car- checked and, if necessary, adjusted as buretor adjustments should be left to a follows at the intervals specified in the Yamaha dealer, who has the neces- periodic maintenance and lubrication sary professional knowledge and expe- chart.
To prevent this cle, note the following points regarding from occurring, the valve clearance the specified tires. must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic Tire air pressure maintenance and lubrication chart.
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The tires must be checked before each Maximum load*: model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. ride. If the tire shows crosswise lines 180 kg (397 lb) * Total weight of rider, passenger, car-...
3. Locknut (clutch cable) high-quality product. age before each ride. If any dam- 4. Adjusting nut age is found, have a Yamaha 5. Rubber cover dealer replace the wheel. Do not 6. Clutch lever free play attempt even the smallest repair to the wheel.
(a) to loosen the clutch ca- system. If there is air in the hy- ble. draulic system, have a Yamaha 5. Loosen the locknut further down 1. Brake lever free play adjusting screw dealer bleed the system before the clutch cable.
To check the brake pad wear, check touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha in direction (a). To make the brake light the wear indicator grooves. If a brake dealer replace the brake pads as a set.
However, if the Observe these precautions: brake fluid level goes down sud- When checking the fluid level, denly, have a Yamaha dealer make sure that the top of the brake check the cause. fluid reservoir is level.
EAU22721 EAU22760 Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be brake fluid at the intervals specified in checked before each ride and adjusted the TIP after the periodic maintenance if necessary.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT as well as other vital parts of the EAU23025 Tightening torque: Cleaning and lubricating the motorcycle and can lead to Axle nut: drive chain chain slippage or breakage. To 105 Nm (10.5 m·kgf, 76 ft·lbf) prevent this from occurring, The drive chain must be cleaned and 4.
Lithium-soap-based grease WARNING Silicone grease If the sidestand does not move up Clutch lever: and down smoothly, have a Yamaha Lithium-soap-based grease dealer check or repair it. Otherwise, the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, re- sulting in a possible loss of control.
If there is play in the wheel The battery is located behind panel B. hub or if the wheel does not turn (See page 7-7.) smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check This model is equipped with a VRLA the wheel bearings. (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
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To charge the battery dangerous since it contains sul- necessary. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- furic acid, which causes severe 3. Fully charge the battery before in- tery as soon as possible if it seems to burns.
Take care not to damage the follow- 4. If the fuse immediately blows ing parts: again, have a Yamaha dealer Headlight bulb check the electrical system. Do not touch the glass part of the headlight bulb to keep it free 1.
7. Place the headlight unit in the orig- clockwise. inal position, and then install the bolts. 8. Install the cowling. 9. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary. 1. Bolt 3. Disconnect the headlight coupler, and then remove the headlight...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU24204 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 EAU24324 and the nuts. Replacing a license plate light 6. Install the license plate light unit by bulb installing the rubber dampers, 1. Remove the license plate light unit washers and the nuts. by removing the nuts, washers and rubber dampers.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU24350 frame in front of the rear wheel or under EAU24360 Supporting the motorcycle Front wheel each side of the swingarm. Since this model is not equipped with a centerstand, follow these precautions EAU24641 To remove the front wheel when removing the front and rear EWA10821 wheel or performing other maintenance...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT according to the procedure on specified tightening torque. Tight- page 7-32. en the upper nuts first and then Make sure that there is enough space 4. Pull the wheel axle out, and then lower ones. When tightened in this between the brake pads before insert- remove the wheel.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT bounds smoothly. EAU25080 3. Push the wheel forward, and then Rear wheel 8. Connect the speedometer cable. remove the drive chain from the rear sprocket. EAU25262 To remove the rear wheel EWA10821 WARNING To avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over.
However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha 3. Install the axle nut, and then lower the rear wheel so that it is on the dealer, whose skilled technicians have ground.
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.
Be ble. Rust and corrosion can develop Cleaning sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for even if high-quality components are ECA10772 advice on what products to use be- NOTICE used.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE off any detergent residue using scratches on the windshield. plenty of water, as it is harmful Test the product on a small hid- Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may to plastic parts. den part of the windshield to remain well into spring.
Storing the motorcycle in a poorly ventilated room or cover- Contaminants on the brakes or tires Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- ing it with a tarp, while it is still can cause loss of control. vice on what products to use.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 2. For motorcycles equipped with a coat the cylinder wall with oil.) place and charge it once a month. fuel cock that has an “OFF” posi- WARNING! To prevent dam- Do not store the battery in an ex- tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to age or injury from sparking, cessively cold or warm place...
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.
CONSUMER INFORMATION EAU26570 Motorcycle noise regulation (for Australia) TAMPERING WITH NOISE CON- TROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: Owners are warned that the law may prohibit: 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- pose of noise control prior to its...
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INDEX Front fork, checking......... 7-25 Fuel ............4-5 Air filter element, cleaning .......7-12 Safety information ........2-1 Fuel cock ........... 4-7 Seat............4-9 Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..6-3 Shifting ............6-2 Battery .............7-26 Fuel tank breather hose ......4-6 Shift pedal ..........
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