Page 1 READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY! It contains important safety information. OWNER’S MANUAL YFM250XP(C) WARNING This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age. LIT-11626-15-03 4XE-F8199-14...
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Page 5 Yamaha experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pace-setting racing machines. With the purchase of this Yamaha, you can now appreciate the high degree of crafts- manship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
Page 6: Warning
EBU00801 I MPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe WARNING...
Page 7 Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this machine. EBU00531 YFM250XP(C) OWNER’S MANUAL © 2001 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, AFFIX DEALER U.S.A. 1st Edition, April 2001 LABEL HERE All rights reserved. Any reprinting or...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
EBU00014 CONTROL FUNCTIONS....4-1 WARNING Main switch ........4-1 Indicates a potential hazard that could Indicator lights........4-2 result in serious injury or death. Handlebar switches ......4-2 Throttle lever ........4-4 Speed limiter ........4-5 CONTENTS Front brake lever......4-6 Rear brake pedal and lever .....4-6 Parking brake........4-8 LOCATION OF THE WARNING Shift pedal ........4-9...
Page 9 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ... 5-1 Engine break-in ....... 6-7 Front and rear brakes ..... 5-3 Parking..........6-8 Fuel ..........5-5 Parking on a slope......6-9 Engine oil ........5-7 Accessories and loading ....6-10 Final gear oil........5-8 Throttle lever ........5-8 RIDING YOUR ATV ......
Page 10 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND Cable inspection and ADJUSTMENT........8-1 lubrication........8-24 Owner’s manual and tool kit.... 8-1 Brake lever and brake pedal Periodic maintenance/ lubrication........8-25 lubrication ........8-3 Steering shaft lubrication ....8-26 Engine oil......... 8-5 Wheel removal.......8-27 Final gear oil ........8-9 Wheel installation......8-27 Spark plug inspection....
Page 11 SPECIFICATIONS......10-1 NOISE REGULATION....11-1 MAINTENANCE RECORD .... 12-1 ATV LIMITED WARRANTY.... 13-1 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ........... 14-1...
Page 12: Location Of The Warning And Specification Labels
EBU00464 L OCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS...
Page 13 Read and understand all of the labels on your machine. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your ATV. Never remove any labels from your ATV. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer.
Page 15 MAXIMUM . LOADING LIMIT MAXIMUM . LOAD LIMIT ( 3 3 0 k g f ) PULLING LOAD: 3230 N 727 l b f ( 1 5 k g f ) TONGUE WEIGHT: 147 N 33 l b f 4XE-F151K-00...
Page 16: Safety Information
EBU00924 S AFETY INFORMATION AN ATV IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. An ATV handles differently from other vehicles including motorcycles and cars. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and riding on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precautions.
Page 17 ● Never operate an ATV without wearing an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly. You should also wear eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants. ● Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this ATV. ●...
Page 18 ● Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this manual. Check the ter- rain carefully before you start up any hill. Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight forward. Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes.
Page 19 Always be careful when skidding or sliding. Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by prac- ● ticing at low speeds and on level, smooth terrain. On extremely slippery surfaces, such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of con- trol.
Page 20 WARNING When transporting the ATV in another vehicle, be sure it is kept upright and POTENTIAL HAZARD that the fuel cock is in the “OFF” posi- Improper handling of gasoline. tion. Otherwise, fuel may leak out of the WHAT CAN HAPPEN carburetor or fuel tank.
Page 21 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Starting or running the engine in a closed area. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Exhaust fumes are poisonous and may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always operate your ATV in an area with adequate ventilation.
Page 22: Description And Machine Identification
EBU00032 D ESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 1. Spark arrester 12. Recoil starter 2. Rear carrier 13. Tail/brake light 3. Seat 14. Rear wheel 4. Fuel tank cap 15. Shift pedal 5. Front carrier 16. Drive select lever 6. Brake pedal 17.
Page 23: Identification Number Records
This number can be used for ordering a new when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha key. dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen.
Page 24: Vehicle Identification Number
Record the information on this la- bel in the space provided. This information will be needed to order spare parts from your Yamaha dealer. 1. Vehicle identification number NOTE: The vehicle identification number is used to 1.
Page 25: Control Functions
EBU00039 CONTROL FUNCTIONS WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. EBU00041 Main switch Functions of the respective switch positions are as follows: Engine can be started only at this position and the headlight and taillight come on when the light switch is on.
Page 26: Indicator Lights
EBU00043 EBU00053 Indicator lights Handlebar switches 1. Reverse indicator light “R” 1. Lights switch “LIGHTS” 2. Neutral indicator light “N” 2. Engine stop switch “ENG.STOP” 3. Start switch “START” EBU00602 Reverse indicator light “R” EBU00054 Engine stop switch “ENG. STOP” This indicator light comes on when the trans- Make sure that the engine stop switch is in the mission is in reverse.
Page 27 EBU00647 EBU00734 Start switch “START” Light switch “LIGHTS” The starter motor cranks the engine when this Turn the switch to the “LO” position to switch switch is pushed. on the low beam and the taillight. Turn the switch to the “HI” position to switch CAUTION: on the high beam and the taillight.
Page 28: Throttle Lever
If it does not ver is released. work smoothly, check for the cause. Correct the problem before riding the ATV. Consult a Yamaha dealer if you can’t find or solve the problem yourself. 1. Throttle lever...
Page 29: Speed Limiter
EBU00066 Speed limiter WARNING The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully POTENTIAL HAZARD opening, even when the throttle lever is Improper adjustment of the speed limit- pushed to the maximum. Screwing in the ad- er and throttle. juster limits the maximum engine power avail- WHAT CAN HAPPEN able and decreases the maximum speed of The throttle cable could be damaged.
Page 30: Front Brake Lever
EBU00070 EBU00073 Front brake lever Rear brake pedal and lever The front brake lever is located on the right The brake pedal is located on the right side of handlebar. Pull it toward the handlebar to ap- the machine and the brake lever is located on ply the front brake.
Page 31 1. Rear brake lever...
Page 32: Parking Brake
EBU00074 Parking brake WARNING Use the parking brake when you have to start POTENTIAL HAZARD the engine or park the machine, especially on Improper use of the parking brake. a slope. Apply the rear brake lever and push WHAT CAN HAPPEN down the lock plate to apply the parking The ATV could start moving unexpect- brake.
Page 33: Shift Pedal
EBU00083 EBU00085 Shift pedal Drive select lever This machine is equipped with a constant- The drive select lever is used for driving the mesh 5-speed transmission. The shift pedal is machine either forward or in reverse. Refer to located on the left side of the engine. Neutral page 6-4 for drive select lever operation.
Page 34: Recoil Starter
EBU00590 Recoil starter WARNING Firmly grasp the handle and pull slightly until POTENTIAL HAZARD engagement can be felt. Then pull forcefully, Starting the engine in gear and/or start- being careful not to pull the rope all the way ing the engine without setting the park- out.
Page 35: Fuel Tank Cap
EBU00092 Fuel tank cap Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun- terclockwise. 1. Fuel tank cap 4-11...
Page 36: Fuel Cock
EBU00093 Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the fuel tank to the carburetor. The fuel cock has three positions. OFF: With the lever in this position fuel will not flow. Always turn the lever to this position when the engine is not running. ON: With the lever in this position, fuel flows to the carburetor.
Page 37: Starter (Choke)
EBU00094 Starter (choke) Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel mixture. A separate starter circuit supplies this mixture. Move in direction a to turn on the starter (choke). Move in direction b to turn off the starter (choke). Refer to “Starting a cold engine” for proper op- eration.
Page 38: Seat
EBU00567 Seat To remove the seat, pull the seat lock lever upward and pull up the seat at the rear. 1. Seat lock lever 4-14...
Page 39: Storage Box
EBU00581 To install the seat, insert the projections on Storage box the front of the seat into the seat holders and Maximum load limit: 2 kg (4.4 lb) push down on the seat at the rear. NOTE: CAUTION: Make sure that the seat is securely fitted. To protect from damage, do not put metal products, like tools or sharply edged prod- ucts directly in the storage box.
Page 40: Front Carrier
EBU00582 Front carrier Maximum load limit: 30 kg (66 lb) EBU00583 Rear carrier Maximum load limit: 45 kg (99 lb) a. Increase spring preload b. Decrease spring preload EBU00634 Rear shock absorber adjustment Standard position: B The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the A - Minimum (Soft) rider’s weight and riding conditions.
Page 42: Pre-Operation Checks
P RE-OPERATION CHECKS Before using this machine, check the following points: ITEM ROUTINE PAGE • Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage. Front brake 5-3, 8-17 ~ 8-20 • Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary. • Check operation, condition and free play. Rear brake 5-3, 8-17 ~ 8-23 •...
Page 43 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to inspect the ATV before oper- ating. Failure to properly maintain the ATV. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure the ATV is in safe op- erating condition.
Page 44: Front And Rear Brakes
If not, a Yamaha dealer. have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Brake operation Brake fluid level (Front brake) Test the brakes at slow speed after starting Check the brake fluid level.
Page 45 Always check the brakes at the start of every ride. Do not ride the ATV if you find any problem with the brakes. If a problem cannot be corrected by the ad- justment procedures provided in this manual, have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Page 46: Fuel
EBU00886 Fuel Your Yamaha engine has been designed to Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the use regular unleaded gasoline with a pump tank. octane number ([R+M]/2) of 86 or higher, or research octane number of 91 or higher. If...
Page 47 Fuel can spill, which can cause a fire hol containing methanol is not recommended and severe injury. by Yamaha because it may cause fuel system Fuel expands when it heats up. If the damage or vehicle performance problems. fuel tank is overfilled, fuel could spill out due to heat from the engine or the sun.
Page 48: Engine Oil
EBU00484 Engine oil CAUTION: Make sure the engine oil is at the specified Be sure to use motor oils that do not con- level. Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-5 ~ tain anti-friction modifiers. Passenger car 8-8.) motor oils (often labeled “Energy Con- serving”) contain anti-friction additives Recommended oil: which will cause clutch and/or starter...
Page 49: Final Gear Oil
Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-9 ~ and fasteners before a ride. Take the machine 8-10 for details.) to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Man- ual for correct tightening torque. Recommended oil: SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil...
Page 50: Tires
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD specified could cause the tire to 1. The tires listed below have been ap- dislodge from the rim under severe proved by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. riding conditions. for this model. Other tire combina- The following are minimums: tions are not recommended.
Page 51 4. Use no more than the following pressures when seating the tire beads. Front 250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm , 36 psi) Rear 250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm , 36 psi) Higher pressures may cause the tire to burst. Inflate the tires very slowly and carefully.
Page 52: How To Measure Tire Pressure
EBU00159 How to measure tire pressure Use the low-pressure tire gauge. NOTE: The low-pressure tire gauge is included as standard equipment. Make two measure- ments of the tire pressure and use the second reading. Dust or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading to be incorrect.
Page 53: Tire Wear Limit
EBU00160 Tire wear limit When the tire groove decreases to 3 mm (0.12 in) due to wear, replace the tire. a. 3 mm (0.12 in) 5-12...
Page 54: Operation
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully. If 3. Turn the main switch to “ON” and the en- there is a control or function you do not gine stop switch to “RUN”. understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. 4. Shift the transmission into neutral.
Page 55 25°C (80°F) and neutral indicator light should come on. If the warm engine start position. light does not come on, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect it. ● The engine can be started in any gear if the rear brake lever is applied.
Page 56: Starting A Warm Engine
NOTE: CAUTION: If the engine fails to start, release the start ● See the “Engine break-in” section prior to switch, then push the start switch again. operating engine for the first time. Pause a few seconds before the next at- tempt.
Page 57: Drive Select Lever Operation And Reverse Driving
1. Bring the machine to a complete stop should be on. If the light does not come on, and return the throttle lever to the closed ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the machine. position. 2. Apply the rear brake pedal.
Page 58: Shifting
EBU00201 Shifting WARNING This model has a 5-speed forward and 1-speed POTENTIAL HAZARD reverse transmission with centrifugal automatic Improperly operating in reverse. clutch. The transmission allows you to control WHAT CAN HAPPEN the amount of power you have available at a You could hit an obstacle or person be- given speed or for starting accelerating, climb- hind you, resulting in serious injury.
Page 59: To Start Out And Accelerate
4. Once the machine has attained adequate CAUTION: speed, release the throttle lever. Do not coast for long periods with the en- 5. Shift into second gear and release the gine off, and do not tow the machine a shift pedal. long distance.
Page 60: To Decelerate
EBU00207 EBU00209 To decelerate: Engine break-in When slowing down or stopping, release the There is never a more important period in the throttle and apply the brakes smoothly and life of your machine than the period between evenly. As you slow down, shift to a lower zero and 20 hours.
Page 61: Parking
EBU00211 If any abnormality is noticed during this peri- Parking od, consult a Yamaha dealer. When parking, stop the engine and shift into 1. 0 ~ 10 hours: neutral. Turn the fuel cock to “OFF” and apply Avoid continuous operation above half the parking brake.
Page 62: Parking On A Slope
EBU00219 Parking on a slope 1. Bring the machine to a stop by applying the brakes in low gear. WARNING 2. Stop the engine. POTENTIAL HAZARD 3. With the rear brake lever and pedal ap- Parking on a hill or other incline. plied, apply the parking brake and slowly WHAT CAN HAPPEN release the rear brake pedal.
Page 63: Accessories And Loading
Choose only accessories designed for your ● dlebars which could make steering difficult, ATV. Your Yamaha dealer has a variety of an accessory that limits your ability to move genuine Yamaha accessories. Other ac- around on the seat, or one that limits your cessories may also be available on the view.
Page 64 EBU00588 Loading ● Do not exceed the maximum tongue Cargo or a trailer can change the stability and weight. You can measure tongue weight handling of an ATV. with a bathroom scale. Put the tongue of You must use common sense and good judg- the loaded trailer on the scale with the ment when carrying cargo or towing a trailer.
Page 65 ● Ride more slowly than you would without a WARNING load. The more weight you carry, the slow- POTENTIAL HAZARD er you should go. Although conditions vary, Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow- it is good practice not to exceed 2nd gear ing cargo improperly.
Page 66 EBU00901 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. 6-13...
Page 67 R iding Your...
Page 69: Riding Your Atv
WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. er’s Manual completely and understand the GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATV operation of the controls. Pay particular atten- This ATV is mainly for utility use, but may also tion to the safety information on pages 2-1 ~ be used for recreation.
Page 70: Ride With Care And Good Judgement
Beginning and inexperienced operators should complete the certified training Get training if you are inexperienced. course offered by Yamaha. They should Beginners should get training from a certified then regularly practice the skills learned instructor. Become familiar with this ATV at...
Page 71 Not recommended for children under 16 years of age. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to follow the age recommenda- tions for this ATV. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use by children of ATVs that are not rec- ommended for their age can lead to se- vere injury or death of the child.
Page 72 This ATV is designed to carry operator and cargo only – passengers prohibited. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Carrying a passenger on this ATV. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this ATV. Could cause an accident, resulting in harm to you and/ or your passenger.
Page 73 Apparel Operating without protective clothing in- WARNING creases your chances of severe injury in the event of an accident. POTENTIAL HAZARD HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Operating this ATV without wearing an Always wear an approved motorcycle approved motorcycle helmet, eye pro- helmet that fits properly.
Page 74 Do not operate after consuming alcohol or WARNING drugs. POTENTIAL HAZARD Operator’s performance capability is reduced Operating this ATV after consuming al- by the influence of alcohol or drugs. cohol or drugs. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could seriously affect your judgment. Could cause you to react more slowly.
Page 75: Failure To Inspect The Atv Before Oper
Pre-operation checks WARNING Always perform the pre-operation checks list- POTENTIAL HAZARD ed on page 5-1 before riding for safety and Operating this ATV with improper tires, proper care of the ATV. or with improper or uneven tire pres- WARNING sure. POTENTIAL HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN Failure to inspect the ATV before oper-...
Page 76: What Can Happen
Speed limiter WARNING For riders inexperienced with this model, this Indicates a potential hazard that could model is equipped with a speed limiter in the result in serious injury or death. throttle lever housing. The speed limiter limits the power and top speed of the ATV. Turning Do not operate at speeds too fast for your the screw in decreases top speed, and turning skills or the conditions.
Page 77 Loading and accessories WARNING Use extra caution when riding the ATV with POTENTIAL HAZARD additional loads, such as accessories or car- Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow- go. The ATV’s handling may be adversely af- ing cargo improperly. fected. Reduce your speed when adding WHAT CAN HAPPEN additional loads.
Page 78 During operation WARNING Always keep your feet on the footboards dur- POTENTIAL HAZARD ing operation. Otherwise your feet may con- Removing hands from handlebars or tact the rear wheels. feet from footboards during operation. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Removing even one hand or foot can re- duce your ability to control the ATV or could cause you to lose your balance and fall off of the ATV.
Page 79 Avoid wheelies and jumping. You may lose control of the ATV or overturn. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Attempting wheelies, jumps, and other stunts. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the chance of an accident, in- cluding an overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt stunts, such as wheelies or jumps.
Page 80 Never modify this ATV through improp- er installation or use of accessories. All parts and accessories added to this ve- hicle should be genuine Yamaha or equivalent components designed for use on this ATV and should be installed and used according to instructions. If you have questions, consult an autho- rized ATV dealer.
Page 81 Exhaust system The exhaust system on the ATV is very hot during and following operation. To prevent burns, avoid touching the exhaust system. Park the ATV in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch it. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Hot exhaust system.
Page 82: Be Careful Where You Ride
BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE This ATV is designed for off-road use only. Riding on paved surfaces can cause loss of control. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on paved surfaces. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ATVs are designed for off-road use only. Paved surfaces may seriously affect handling and control of the ATV, and may cause the vehicle to go out of con-...
Page 83 Do not ride on any public road, street, or high- way. Riding on public roads can result in collisions with other vehicles. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on public streets, roads or highways. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can collide with another vehicle. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV on any public street, road or highway, even a dirt or...
Page 84 Know the terrain where you ride. Ride cau- tiously in unfamiliar areas. Stay alert for holes, rocks, or roots in the ter- rain, and other hidden hazards which may cause the ATV to upset. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating this ATV on unfamiliar terrain.
Page 85 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of traction or vehicle control, which could result in an acci- dent, including an overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain until you have learned and practiced the skills neces-...
Page 86 When riding in an area where you might not WHAT CAN HAPPEN easily be seen, such as desert terrain, mount You could be in a collision. You could a caution flag on the ATV. DO NOT use the be injured. flag pole bracket as a trailer hitch.
Page 87 Select a large, flat area off-road to become fa- With the engine idling, lift the shift pedal to the miliar with your ATV. Make sure that this area 1st gear position and then release the parking is free of obstacles and other riders. You brake.
Page 88 WARNING CAUTION: Do not shift gears without releasing the POTENTIAL HAZARD throttle. Damage to the engine or drive Engaging a lower gear when the engine train may occur. speed is too high. WHAT CAN HAPPEN When slowing down or stopping, release the The wheels could stop rotating.
Page 89: Turning Your Atv
TURNING YOUR ATV HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD To achieve maximum traction while riding off- Always follow proper procedures for road, the two rear wheels are mounted solidly turning as described in this Owner’s on one axle and turn together at the same Manual.
Page 90 Once you have learned this technique you should be able to perform it at higher speeds or in tighter curves. Improper riding procedures such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may cause the ATV to tip.
Page 91: Climbing Uphill
CLIMBING UPHILL HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle Never operate the ATV on hills too steep overturns on hills. Be sure that you can ma- for the ATV or for your abilities. neuver your ATV well on flat ground before at- Practice on smaller hills before attempt- tempting any incline and then practice riding ing large hills.
Page 92 WARNING An obstacle, a sharp drop, or another vehicle or person could be on the other POTENTIAL HAZARD side of the hill. Climbing hills improperly. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this Own- er’s Manual.
Page 93: Scribed In The Owner's Manual
If you are climbing a hill and you find that you When crossing the side of a hill: have not properly judged your ability to make Always follow proper procedures as de- it to the top, you should turn the ATV around scribed in the Owner’s Manual.
Page 94 If your ATV has stalled or stopped and you WARNING believe you can continue up the hill, restart POTENTIAL HAZARD carefully to make sure you do not lift the front Stalling, rolling backwards or improper- wheels which could cause you to lose control. ly dismounting while climbing a hill.
Page 95 Dismount on uphill side or to a side if pointed straight uphill. Turn the ATV around and remount, following the pro- cedure described in the Owner’s Manu- 7-29...
Page 96: Riding Downhill
RIDING DOWNHILL WARNING When riding your ATV downhill, shift your POTENTIAL HAZARD weight as far to the rear and uphill side of the Going down a hill improperly. ATV as possible. Move back on the seat and WHAT CAN HAPPEN sit with your arms straight.
Page 97 7-31...
Page 98: Crossing A Slope
CROSSING A SLOPE If your ATV does begin to tip over, gradually Traversing a sloping surface on your ATV re- steer in the downhill direction if there are no quires you to properly position your weight to obstacles in your path. As you regain proper maintain proper balance.
Page 99 When crossing the side of a hill: Always follow proper procedures as de- scribed in the Owner’s Manual. Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV. 7-33...
Page 100: Crossing Through Shallow Water
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER Remember that wet brakes may have re- The ATV can be used to cross slow moving, duced stopping ability. Test your brakes shallow water of up to a maximum of 35 cm after leaving water. If necessary, apply (14 inches) in depth.
Page 101 Test your brakes after leaving the water. Do CAUTION: not continue to ride your ATV without verifying After riding your ATV in water, be sure to that you have regained proper braking ability. drain the trapped water by removing the check hose at the bottom of the air filter case.
Page 102: Riding Over Rough Terrain
RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN WARNING Riding over rough terrain should be done with POTENTIAL HAZARD caution. Look out for obstacles which could Improperly operating over obstacles. cause damage to the ATV or could lead to an WHAT CAN HAPPEN upset or accident. Be sure to keep your feet Could cause loss of control or a colli- firmly mounted on the footboards at all times.
Page 103: Sliding And Skidding
SLIDING AND SKIDDING If the rear wheels of your ATV start to slide Care should be used when riding on loose or sideways, control can usually be regained (if slippery surfaces since the ATV may slide. If there is room to do so) by steering in the direc- unexpected and uncorrected, sliding could tion of the slide.
Page 104 With practice, over a period of time, skill at WARNING controlled sliding can be developed. The ter- POTENTIAL HAZARD rain should be chosen carefully before at- Skidding or sliding improperly. tempting such maneuvers, since both stability WHAT CAN HAPPEN and control are reduced. Bear in mind that You may lose control of this ATV.
Page 105: What To Do If
WHAT TO DO IF ... ● If your ATV starts to slide sideways: This section is designed to be a reference Steer in the direction of the slide if you have guide only. Be sure to read each section on the room.
Page 106 ● If your ATV is traversing a sloping surface: Be sure to ride with your weight positioned towards the uphill side of the ATV to main- tain proper balance. If the ATV starts to tip, steer down the hill (if there are no obstacles in your way) to regain balance.
Page 108: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment
EBU00515 P ERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND Have a Yamaha dealer perform service if ADJUSTMENT you are not familiar with machine service. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrica- tion will keep your machine in the safest and most efficient condition possible. Safety is an EBU00535 obligation of the machine owner.
Page 109 If you do not have a torque wrench available you have questions, consult an autho- during a service operation requiring one, take rized Yamaha ATV dealer. your machine to a Yamaha dealer to check the torque settings and adjust them as neces- sary.
Page 110: Periodic Maintenance/Lubrication
EBU00261 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION INITIAL EVERY ITEM ROUTINE month months months months year • Check valve clearance. Valves* • Adjust if necessary. • Check condition. Spark plug • Adjust gap and clean. • Replace if necessary. • Clean. Every 20~40 hours Air filter •...
Page 111 • Check specific gravity. Battery* • Check that the breather hose is working properly. • Correct if necessary. It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ** Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose grease) NOTE: • Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4 •...
Page 112: Engine Oil
EBU00866 Engine oil CAUTION: Engine oil level measurement Make sure no foreign material enters the 1. Place the machine on a level place. crankcase. 2. Warm up the engine for several minutes and stop it. Wait at least ten minutes for the oil to drain back into the crankcase before checking the oil level.
Page 113: Engine Oil Replacement/Oil Filter Element Cleaning
Engine oil replacement and oil filter element cleaning 1. Place the machine on a level place. 2. Warm up the engine for several minutes and stop it. 3. Place a container under the engine. 4. Remove the dipstick and drain bolt to drain the oil.
Page 114 6. Clean the oil strainer and oil filter with sol- 10. Fill the engine with oil and install the dip- vent. stick. 7. Inspect the O-ring and replace if dam- Recommended oil: aged. See page 5-7. 8. Install the oil filter, O-ring, and oil filter Oil quantity: cover.
Page 115 CAUTION: If oil leakage is found, stop the engine im- mediately and check for the cause. Oil pressure check 1. Put a cloth around the cylinder. 2. Slightly loosen the oil gallery bolt in the cylinder head. 3. Start the engine and keep it idling until oil begins to seep from the oil gallery.
Page 116: Final Gear Oil
EBU00825* Final gear oil Final gear oil measurement 1. Place the machine on a level place. 2. Remove the oil filler bolt and check the oil level. It should be up to the brim of the hole. If the level is low, add oil to raise it to the proper level.
Page 117 2. Place the machine on a level place. 6. Fill the final gear case with oil. 3. Place a container under the final gear Recommended oil: case to collect the used oil. See page 10-2. 4. Remove the oil filler bolt and the drain Oil quantity: bolt to drain the oil.
Page 118: Spark Plug Inspection
Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, take the machine to a Yamaha deal- er. You should periodically remove and in- spect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode.
Page 119: Air Filter Cleaning
When installing the spark plug, always clean the gasket surface and use a new gasket. Wipe off any grime from the threads and tight- en to the specified torque. Tightening torque: Spark plug: 17.5 Nm (1.75 m·kgf, 12.5 ft·lbf) 1. Check hose EBU00589 1.
Page 120 3. Pull out the air filter element. 5. Tap the element lightly to remove most of 4. Separate the foam cover from the air filter the dust and dirt. Blow out the remaining element. dirt with compressed air as shown. If the element is damaged, replace it.
Page 121 10. Install the air filter assembly and parts re- WARNING moved for access. POTENTIAL HAZARD NOTE: Using low flash point solvents or gaso- The air filter element should be cleaned every line to clean the foam cover. 20 ~ 40 hours. It should be cleaned more of- WHAT CAN HAPPEN ten if the machine is operated in extremely Low flash point solvents or gasoline can...
Page 122: Carburetor Adjustment
The carburetor is a vital part of the engine and NOTE: requires very sophisticated adjustment. Most A diagnostic tachometer must be used for this adjusting should be left to a Yamaha dealer procedure. who has the professional knowledge and ex- perience to do so. However, the idling speed 1.
Page 123: Valve Clearance Adjustment
To prevent this, the valve clear- ance must be adjusted regularly. This adjust- ment however, should be left to a professional Yamaha service technician. 1. Adjusting bolt 2. Locknut a. Free play...
Page 124: Front Brake Pad Inspection
Apply the rear brake and check the position of the in- dicator. If the indicator reaches the wear limit line, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace shoes as a set. 1. Brake pad a. Wear limit: 1 mm (0.04 in)
Page 125: Brake Fluid Level Inspection
Always clean up spilled fluid immediately. 1. Minimum level mark 6. Have a Yamaha dealer check the cause Observe these precautions: if the brake fluid level goes down. 1. When checking the fluid level, make sure the top of the master cylinder is level by turning the handlebars.
Page 126: Brake Fluid Replacement
(zero in) at the lever end. If not, personnel. ask a Yamaha dealer to adjust it. 2. Have a Yamaha dealer replace the fol- lowing components during periodic main- tenance or when they are damaged or leaking.
Page 127 Make sure the brakes do not drag. ● Make sure the brakes are not spongy. ● All air must be bled from the brake system. Replacement of brake components re- quires professional knowledge. These procedures should be performed by a Yamaha dealer. 8-20...
Page 128: Rear Brake Adjustment
EBU00327* Rear brake adjustment Brake pedal 1. Fully loosen the adjusting nut on the brake cable. a. Free play Brake lever 1. Loosen the locknut and fully turn in the adjusting bolt on the handlebar. 1. Brake cable adjusting nut 2.
Page 129 2. Turn the adjusting nut on brake cable to 3. Turn the adjusting bolt until free play provide a gap of 0 ~ 1 mm (0 ~ 0.04 in) reaches 5 ~ 7 mm (0.2 ~ 0.3 in) at the le- between the cam shaft lever and pin.
Page 130: Adjusting The Rear Brake Light Switch
1. Rear brake light switch 2. Adjusting nut Turn the adjusting nut while holding the rear Yamaha dealer. brake light switch in place. To make the brake light come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction a. To make the brake light come on later, turn the adjusting nut in direction b.
Page 131: Clutch Adjustment
EBU00346* Clutch adjustment NOTE: Turn the adjusting bolt counterclockwise to 1. Loosen the locknut. decrease the clutch free play and turn it clock- 2. Slowly turn the adjusting bolt counter- wise to increase the free play. clockwise until resistance is felt. Then, turn it 1/8 turn clockwise.
Page 132: Brake Lever And Brake Pedal Lubrication
Brake lever and brake pedal lubrication If the cables do not operate smoothly, ask a Lubricate the pivoting parts. Yamaha dealer to replace them. Recommended lubricant: Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease Yamaha chain and cable lube or (all-purpose grease) SAE 10W30 motor oil 8-25...
Page 133: Steering Shaft Lubrication
EBU00370 Steering shaft lubrication Lubricate the pivot points. Use a grease gun. Recommended lubricant: Lithium soap base grease 8-26...
Page 134: Wheel Removal
EBU00373 EBU00828* Wheel removal Wheel installation 1. Elevate the wheel by placing a suitable When installing a wheel, reverse the removal stand under the frame. procedure. 2. Remove the nuts from the wheel. NOTE: 3. Remove the wheel assembly. The arrow mark on the tire must point to- ward the rotating direction of the wheel.
Page 135 1. Tapered wheel nuts are used for both front and rear wheels. Install the nut with its tapered side towards the wheel. 2. Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque. 1. Tapered nut Wheel nut torque: Front: 55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf, 40 ft·lbf) Rear: 55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf, 40 ft·lbf) 8-28...
Page 136: Battery
EBU00378 Battery Check the level of the battery fluid and see if the terminals are tight. Add distilled water if the fluid level is low. CAUTION: Do not leave or store the battery on its side. When inspecting the battery, be sure the breather hose is routed correctly.
Page 137 WARNING EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. Keep POTENTIAL HAZARD batteries away from sparks, flames, cig- Failure to handle batteries or battery arettes or other sources of ignition. Ven- electrolyte carefully. tilate when charging or using in a closed WHAT CAN HAPPEN space.
Page 138: Replenishing The Battery Fluid
EBU00542 Replenishing the battery fluid CAUTION: A poorly maintained battery will corrode and Normal tap water contains minerals which discharge quickly. The battery fluid should be are harmful to a battery. Therefore, refill checked at least once a month. only with distilled water. 1.
Page 139: Fuse Replacement
Then turn on the switch- An improper fuse can cause damage to es. If the fuse immediately blows again, the electrical system which could lead consult a Yamaha dealer. to a fire. Specified fuse: 20 A HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always use a fuse of the specified rat- ing.
Page 140: Replacing The Headlight Bulb
EBU00399 Replacing the headlight bulb If the headlight bulb burns out, replace the bulb as follows: 1. Remove the headlight cover. 1. Cover (× 2) 1. Headlight cover 2. Remove the cover, and turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove the defective bulb.
Page 141: Headlight Beam Adjustment
Headlight beam adjustment WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD CAUTION: The headlight bulb is hot when it is on It is advisable to have a Yamaha dealer and immediately after it is turned off. make this adjustment. WHAT CAN HAPPEN 1. Vertical adjustment:...
Page 142: Tail/Brake Light Bulb Replacement
EBU00852* Tail/brake light bulb replacement 1. Open the storage box. (See page 4-15) 2. Remove the nuts together with washers. 1. Bulb holder 4. Remove the defective bulb from the bulb holder by pushing it inward and turning it counterclockwise. 1.
Page 143 1. Bulb holder 2. Bulb 5. Install a new bulb in the bulb holder by pushing it inward and turning it clockwise. 6. Install the bulb holder (together with the bulb). 7. Install the washers, and then install the nuts. 8-36...
Page 144: Spark Arrester Cleaning
EBU00754 Spark arrester cleaning 4. Install the purging bolt and tighten it. Select a well-ventilated area free of combusti- WARNING ble materials and make sure the exhaust pipe POTENTIAL HAZARD and muffler are cool. Improperly purging the exhaust system. 1. Remove the purging bolt. Hot exhaust system.
Page 145: Troubleshooting
EBU00412 Troubleshooting WARNING Although Yamaha machines receive a rigid in- POTENTIAL HAZARD spection before shipment from the factory, Checking the fuel system while smok- trouble may occur during operation. Any prob- ing or near an open flame. lem in the fuel, compression, or ignition sys-...
Page 146: Troubleshooting Chart
Supply fuel. No fuel. 2. Compression There is compression. Compression normal. Use electric starter to see if there is compression. Ask a Yamaha dealer to No compression. inspect. 3. Ignition Wipe clean with dry cloth. Ignition system Spark good. normal.
Page 147: Cleaning And Storage
EBU00419 CLEANING AND STORAGE CAUTION: Excessive water pressure may cause wa- A. CLEANING ter seepage and deterioration of wheel Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine bearings, brakes, transmission seals and will not only enhance its appearance but will electrical devices. Many expensive repair improve its general performance and extend bills have resulted from improper high the useful life of many components.
Page 148 6. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery WARNING cleaner to keep the cover pliable and POTENTIAL HAZARD glossy. Operation with wet brakes after wash- 7. Automotive type wax may be applied to ing. all painted and chrome plated surfaces. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Avoid combination cleaner-waxes.
Page 149: Storage
Do not apply oil to any rubber parts or the seat cover. NOTE: Use of fuel stabilizer and conditioner elimi- nates the need to drain the fuel system. Con- sult a Yamaha dealer if the fuel system needs to be drained instead.
Page 150 7. Remove the battery and charge it. Store it in a dry place and recharge it once a month. Do not store the battery in an ex- cessively warm or cold place (less than 0°C (30°F) or more than 30°C (90°F)). NOTE: Make any necessary repairs before storing the machine.
Page 151: Specifications
EBU00428 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL YFM250X Dimension: Overall length 1,940 mm ( 76.3 in) Overall width 1,005 mm ( 39.5 in) Overall height 1,118 mm ( 44.0 in) Seat height 780 mm ( 30.7 in) Wheel base 1,170 mm ( 46.0 in) Minimum ground clearance 150 mm ( 5.9 in) Minimum turning radius...
Page 152 MODEL YFM250X Engine oil: Type See page 5-7 Quantity: Periodic oil change 1.5 L (1.3 Imp qt, 1.6 US qt) With oil filter replacement 1.6 L (1.4 Imp qt, 1.7 US qt) Total amount 1.8 L (1.6 Imp qt, 1.9 US qt) Final gear case oil: Type SAE80 API “GL-4”...
Page 153 MODEL YFM250X Clutch type Wet, centrifugal automatic Transmission: Primary reduction system Spur gear Primary reduction ratio 73/22 (3.318) Secondary reduction system Shaft drive × Secondary reduction ratio 19/18 46/11 (4.414) Transmission type Constant mesh 5-speed forward, 1-speed reverse Operation Left foot operation Gear ratio: 34/12 (2.833) 34/19 (1.789)
Page 154 MODEL YFM250X Brake: Front brake type Dual disc brake Operation Right hand operation Rear brake type Drum brake Operation Left hand and right foot operation Suspension: Front Strut Rear Swingarm (monocross) Shock absorber: Front Coil spring, Oil damper Rear Coil spring, Oil damper Wheel travel: Front 125 mm (4.9 in)
Page 155: Noise Regulation
EBU00430 NOISE REGULATION TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED: Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inop- erative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement of any de- vice or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or (2) the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.
Page 156: Maintenance Record
EBU00431 MAINTENANCE RECORD Copies of work orders and/or receipts for parts you purchase and install will be required to docu- ment maintenance done in accordance with the warranty. The chart below is printed only as a re- minder to you that the maintenance work is required. It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work.
Page 157: Atv Limited Warranty
EBU00432 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. ATV LIMITED WARRANTY 13-1...
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Page 159: Yamaha Extended Service (Y.e.s.)
EBU00435 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) 14-1...
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Page 161 EBU00436 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
Page 162 EBU00438...
Page 163 LOCATE AND READ OWNER'S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS. (For replacement manual, call 1-800-532-1558) YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN USA 2001 · 4 - 4.3 × 1 CR...

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