Spoke Wheels; Adjusting The Clutch Lever Free Play - Yamaha WR250XZ(C Owner's Manual

Spoke wheels

WARNING
The wheels on this model are not de-
signed for use with tubeless tires.
Do not attempt to use tubeless tires
on this model.
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
cle, note the following points regarding
the specified wheels.
G
The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends or warpage, and
the spokes for looseness or dam-
age before each ride. If any dam-
age is found, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair to
the wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
G
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
G Ride at moderate speeds after
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changing a tire since the tire sur-
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face must first be "broken in" for it
to develop its optimal characteris-
tics.
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play
1. Clutch lever free play
2. Locknut (clutch lever)
3. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
4. Rubber cover
The clutch lever free play should mea-
sure 10.0–15.0 mm (0.39–0.59 in) as
shown. Periodically check the clutch le-
ver free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
1. Slide the rubber cover back at the
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. To increase the clutch lever free
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clutch lever.
play, turn the clutch lever free play
adjusting bolt in direction (a). To
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(a)
(b)
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