Yamaha Virago XV250T 2004, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...PRINTED IN JAPAN 2004 05 0 6 1 CR E PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD 2UJ 28199 1D LIT 11626 18 21 XV250T XV250TC OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...EAU10041 U2UJ1DE0 book Page 1 Thursday May 13 2004 11 59 PM...

Page 3: ...rcycle If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle please consult a Yamaha dealer The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the em...

Page 4: ...onsult your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10010 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE RIDING TIPS BOOKLET CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTORCYCLE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERA...

Page 5: ...INED IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES REGULAR INSPECTIONS AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFELY ENJOY THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MOTOR...

Page 6: ...oration U S A 1st edition April 2004 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in Japan P...

Page 7: ...emoving and installing the panel 6 8 Checking the spark plugs 6 8 Canister for California only 6 10 Engine oil and oil filter element 6 10 Cleaning the air filter element 6 13 Adjusting the carburetor...

Page 8: ...l 6 37 Troubleshooting 6 38 Troubleshooting chart 6 39 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Care 7 1 Storage 7 3 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 1 Identification numbers 9 1 Reporting safety defe...

Page 9: ...s have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the motorcycle Making yourself conspicuous ap pears to be very effective in reduc ing the chance of this type of accident Therefore Wear a br...

Page 10: ...e shield or goggles Wind in your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of vision which could delay seeing a hazard The use of a jacket heavy boots trousers gloves etc is effective in prev...

Page 11: ...caution when selecting and installing any ac cessories Keep the following guidelines in mind as well as those provided under Load ing when mounting accessories Never install accessories or carry cargo...

Page 12: ...ff before leaving the motorcycle unattended and remove the key from the main switch When parking the motor cycle note the following The engine and exhaust system may be hot therefore park the motorcyc...

Page 13: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 5 1 EAU10381 Location of important labels Please read the following important labels carefully before operating this vehicle U2UJ1DE0 book Page 5 Thursday May 13 2004 11 59 PM...

Page 14: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 1 6 1 1 3 2 4 California only 5 California only U2UJ1DE0 book Page 6 Thursday May 13 2004 11 59 PM...

Page 15: ...age 3 8 3 Fuel tank page 3 5 4 Battery page 6 29 5 Fuses page 6 31 6 Helmet holder page 3 9 7 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring page 3 9 8 Main switch page 3 1 9 Fuel cock page 3 6...

Page 16: ...ts page 6 34 3 Rider seat page 3 8 4 Air filter element page 6 13 5 Front turn signal position lights page 6 34 6 Brake pedal page 3 4 7 Footrest 8 Owner s tool kit page 6 1 9 Shock absorber assembly...

Page 17: ...er page 3 3 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 2 3 Speedometer unit page 3 2 4 Indicator lights page 3 1 5 Right handlebar switches page 3 2 6 Brake lever page 3 4 7 Throttle grip page 6 15 8 Fuel tank...

Page 18: ...on but all other electrical systems are off The key can be removed The key must be pushed in from the OFF position to be turned to P CAUTION ECA11020 Do not use the parking position for an extended le...

Page 19: ...stance traveled The tripmeter shows the distance traveled since it was last set to zero with the reset knob The tripmeter can be used to estimate the distance that can be traveled with a full tank of...

Page 20: ...rting the engine Set this switch to OFF to stop the engine in case of an emergen cy such as when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck EAU12690 Start switch START Push this switch...

Page 21: ...nt mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle EAU12890 Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right handlebar grip To apply the front brake pull the lever toward the handle bar grip EAU12941...

Page 22: ...cap cannot be closed un less the key is in the lock In addition the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly closed and locked WARNING EWA11090 Make sure that the fuel tank cap is properly cl...

Page 23: ...ontaining ethanol and that contain ing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if the ethanol con tent does not exceed 10 Gasohol containing methanol is not recom mended by Yamaha because it c...

Page 24: ...on the engine can be primed Turn the fuel cock lever to this position when the engine has been al lowed to run out of fuel This sends fuel directly to the carburetor which will make starting easier Af...

Page 25: ...is locked remove the key and then close the lock cover To unlock the steering 1 Open the steering lock cover and then insert the key 2 Push the key in turn it 1 8 turn counterclockwise so that it move...

Page 26: ...en remove the key WARNING EWA10160 Never ride with a helmet attached to the helmet holder since the helmet may hit objects causing loss of con trol and possibly an accident EAU14880 Adjusting the shoc...

Page 27: ...foot while holding the vehicle upright NOTE The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situations See further down for an explanati...

Page 28: ...e clutch lever is not pulled It prevents starting when the trans mission is in gear and the clutch le ver is pulled but the sidestand is still down It cuts the running engine when the transmission is...

Page 29: ...r the engine has stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Keep the clutch lever pulled 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden This check is most reliab...

Page 30: ...uences Therefore it is very important in addition to a thorough visual inspec tion to check the following points before each ride NOTE Pre operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used...

Page 31: ...r Replace if necessary Check fluid level in reservoir If necessary add recommended brake fluid to specified level Check hydraulic system for leakage 6 19 6 21 6 22 Rear brake Check operation Check ped...

Page 32: ...t operation is smooth Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary 6 27 Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pivot if necessary 6 27 Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts bolts a...

Page 33: ...utral position The transmission is in gear with the clutch lever pulled and the sid estand up WARNING EWA10290 Before starting the engine check the function of the igni tion circuit cut off system ac...

Page 34: ...rter choke use and temperatures below 10 C 50 F re quire about 35 seconds with the starter choke turned on then about 2 5 min utes with the starter choke in the half way position EAU16640 Starting a w...

Page 35: ...econd gear Make sure not to shift the transmission into the neutral posi tion 6 Open the throttle part way and gradually release the clutch lever 7 Follow the same procedure when shifting to the next...

Page 36: ...d operation above 1 3 throttle 1000 1600 km 600 1000 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 1 2 throttle CAUTION ECA11281 After 1000 km 600 mi of operation the engine oil must be changed and the oil filte...

Page 37: ...ELATED TO EMISSIONS CONTROL THESE CONTROLS NOT ONLY FUNCTION TO ENSURE CLEANER AIR BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER EN GINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IN THE FOLLOW ING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS...

Page 38: ...RNING EWA10340 Modifications not approved by Yamaha may cause loss of perfor mance excessive emissions and render the vehicle unsafe for use Consult a Yamaha dealer before at tempting any changes U2UJ...

Page 39: ...line Check fuel and vacuum hoses for cracks or damage Replace if necessary 2 Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace every 7000 mi 11000 km or 12 months Replace Replace 3 Valve cleara...

Page 40: ...Check specific gravity and breath er hose for proper operation 3 Clutch Check operation Adjust or replace cable 4 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if n...

Page 41: ...with lithium soap based grease every 10000 mi 16000 km or 18 months Repack 13 Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fas teners Correct if necessary 14 Brake and clutch le ver pivot shafts Ap...

Page 42: ...for oil leak age Replace if necessary 20 Engine oil Change warm engine before draining 21 Engine oil filter ele ment Replace 22 Control and meter cables Apply Yamaha chain and cable lube or engine oi...

Page 43: ...tem When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder always replace the brake fluid Check the brake fluid level regularly and fill as required Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the...

Page 44: ...panel and then push the rear of the panel in EAU19543 Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine components which are easy to check Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug...

Page 45: ...lug 1 Measure the spark plug gap with a wire thickness gauge and if nec essary adjust the gap to specifica tion 2 Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface and then wipe off an...

Page 46: ...e In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter ele ment replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubri cation chart To check the engine oil level 1 Place the vehic...

Page 47: ...inutes and then turn it off 2 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 3 Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase NOTE Skip steps 4 6 if the...

Page 48: ...lity than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the crankcase 9 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minu...

Page 49: ...y wet or dusty areas 1 Remove the bolts and loosen the air filter joint clamp screw 2 Disconnect the hoses from the air filter case and then remove the air filter case 3 Remove the air filter case cov...

Page 50: ...erated without the air filter ele ment installed otherwise the piston s and or cylinder s may become excessively worn 9 Install the air filter case cover by in stalling the screws 10 Connect the hose...

Page 51: ...vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU32520 Tires To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motor cycle note the following points regarding the s...

Page 52: ...lass fragments in it or if the sidewall is cracked con tact a Yamaha dealer immediately and have the tire replaced WARNING EWA10560 It is dangerous to ride with a worn out tire When a tire tread begin...

Page 53: ...ormance adverse han dling characteristics and a short ened tire life Ride at moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire sur face must first be broken in for it to develop its optimal charact...

Page 54: ...ee play turn the adjusting bolt in di rection a To decrease the clutch lever free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction b NOTE If the specified clutch lever free play could be obtained as describe...

Page 55: ...free play turn the adjusting screw in di rection a To decrease the brake lever free play turn the adjusting screw in direction b 3 Tighten the locknut WARNING EWA10630 After adjusting the brake lever...

Page 56: ...1230 After adjusting the brake pedal posi tion the brake pedal free play must be adjusted Brake pedal free play The brake pedal free play should mea sure 20 0 30 0 mm 0 79 1 18 in at the brake pedal e...

Page 57: ...me on earlier turn the adjusting nut in direction a To make the brake light come on later turn the adjusting nut in direction b EAU22380 Checking the front brake pads and rear brake shoes The front br...

Page 58: ...system leakage If the brake fluid level is low be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage Observe these precautions When checking the fluid level make sure that the top...

Page 59: ...rs Brake hose Replace every four years EAU22760 Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be checked before each ride and adjusted if necessary EAU22770 To check the drive chain slack 1 Place the...

Page 60: ...and then push the rear wheel forward NOTE Using the alignment marks on each side of the swingarm make sure that both chain pullers are in the same posi tion for proper wheel alignment CAUTION ECA1057...

Page 61: ...rvals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart otherwise it will quickly wear out especially when riding in dusty or wet areas Service the drive chain as follows CAUTION ECA10581 T...

Page 62: ...es as soon as possible to prevent unsafe conditions EAU23110 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride In addi tion the...

Page 63: ...vot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10730 If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it EAUM1650 Lubricat...

Page 64: ...o check if the front fork compresses and rebounds smoothly CAUTION ECA10590 If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly have a Yamaha dealer check or re pair it EAU23280 Checkin...

Page 65: ...and discharge quickly The electrolyte level battery lead connections and breather hose routing should be checked before each ride and at the in tervals specified in the periodic mainte nance and lubri...

Page 66: ...Take care not to spill electrolyte on the drive chain as this may weaken it shorten chain life and possibly result in an accident KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER IES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN CAUTION ECA...

Page 67: ...replace it as follows 1 Turn the key to OFF and turn off the electrical circuit in question 2 Remove the blown fuse and then install a new fuse of the specified amperage CAUTION ECA10640 Do not use a...

Page 68: ...t There fore keep flammable products away from a lit headlight bulb and do not touch the bulb until it has cooled down 4 Place a new headlight bulb into po sition and then secure it with the bulb hold...

Page 69: ...Remove the tail brake light lens by removing the screws 2 Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 3 Insert a new bulb into the socket push it in and then turn it c...

Page 70: ...ront and rear wheel or performing other maintenance requiring the motorcycle to stand up right Check that the motorcycle is in a stable and level position before starting any maintenance A strong wood...

Page 71: ...e front wheel 2 Loosen the front wheel axle pinch bolt then the wheel axle 3 Lift the front wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 6 34 4 Pull the wheel axle out and then remove the w...

Page 72: ...so that it is on the ground 5 Tighten the wheel axle to the spec ified torque 6 Tighten the front wheel axle pinch bolt to the specified torque 7 Push down hard on the handlebar several times to chec...

Page 73: ...Remove the brake pedal free play adjusting nut and then disconnect the brake rod at the brake cam shaft lever 6 Disconnect the brake torque rod from the brake shoe plate by re moving the nut and the...

Page 74: ...20 WARNING EWA10660 After adjusting the brake pedal free play check the operation of the brake light EAU25850 Troubleshooting Although Yamaha motorcycles receive a thorough inspection before shipment...

Page 75: ...park plugs and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wet Dry Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gaps or replace the spark plugs Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle The engine does not s...

Page 76: ...dirt do not leave the cleaner on the af fected area any longer than in structed Also thoroughly rinse the area off with water immedi ately dry it and then apply a cor rosion protection spray Improper...

Page 77: ...ding chrome and nick el plated surfaces to prevent cor rosion After cleaning 1 Dry the motorcycle with a chamois or an absorbing cloth 2 Immediately dry the drive chain and lubricate it to prevent it...

Page 78: ...for sev eral months 1 Follow all the instructions in the Care section of this chapter 2 Turn the fuel cock lever to ON 3 Drain the carburetor float cham bers by loosening the drain bolts this will pre...

Page 79: ...ls are off the ground Alterna tively turn the wheels a little every month in order to prevent the tires from becoming degraded in one spot 8 Cover the muffler outlets with plas tic bags to prevent moi...

Page 80: ...3 Imp qt With oil filter element replacement 1 60 L 1 69 US qt 1 41 Imp qt Air filter Air filter element Wet element Fuel Recommended fuel Unleaded gasoline only Fuel tank capacity 9 2 L 2 43 US gal 2...

Page 81: ...kg 198 432 lb U49 Front 200 kPa 29 psi 2 00 kgf cm Rear 225 kPa 33 psi 2 25 kgf cm Front wheel Wheel type Spoke wheel Rim size 18x1 60 Rear wheel Wheel type Spoke wheel Rim size 15M C x MT2 75 Front...

Page 82: ...n signal position light 12 V 27 W 8 0 W 2 Rear turn signal light 12 V 27 0 W 2 Meter lighting 14 V 3 0 W 1 Neutral indicator light 14 V 3 0 W 1 High beam indicator light 12 V 1 7 W 1 Turn signal indic...

Page 83: ...ntification number The key identification number is stamped into the key Record this num ber in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU26400 Vehicle identification numb...

Page 84: ...l is affixed to the frame under the rider seat See page 3 8 Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer 1...

Page 85: ...tigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your deale...

Page 86: ...le 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...

Page 87: ...nder that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4...

Page 88: ...RMATION 9 6 9 28000 mi 46000 km or 54 months 31000 mi 51000 km or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks U2UJ1DE0 book Page 6 Thursday May 13...

Page 89: ...CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 7 9 EAU26661 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A STREET AND ENDURO MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY U2UJ1DE0 book Page 7 Thursday May 13 2004 11 59 PM...

Page 90: ...CONSUMER INFORMATION 9 8 9 U2UJ1DE0 book Page 8 Thursday May 13 2004 11 59 PM...

Page 91: ...repairs There s no deductible to pay and repairs aren t pro rated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is inclu...

Page 92: ...d protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number your frame number We ll be happy to help...

Page 93: ...n circuit cut off system 3 11 Indicator lights 3 1 K Key identification number 9 1 L Labels location of 1 5 M Main switch 3 1 Maintenance and lubrication periodic 6 4 Maintenance emission control syst...

Page 94: ...nal switch 3 3 V Valve clearance adjusting 6 15 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Warranty extended 9 9 Warranty limited 9 7 Wheel bearings checking 6 29 Wheel front 6 35 Wheel rear 6 37 Wheels 6 17...

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