Yamaha XT250 2021, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...q Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle B1U 28199 130 LIT 11626 35 09 OWNER S MANUAL XT250N XT250NC B1U 9 13_1_Hyoshi indd 1 2022 04 07 15 02 58...

Page 2: ...other reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands freque...

Page 3: ...e motorcycle To maintain these high standards it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within t...

Page 4: ...lert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could re...

Page 5: ...UAL 2022 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st edition April 2021 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly p...

Page 6: ...Canister for California 7 13 Engine oil and oil filter element 7 13 Why Yamalube 7 15 Replacing the air filter element and cleaning the check hose 7 16 Cleaning the spark arrester 7 17 Checking the e...

Page 7: ...41 Motorcycle care and storage 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 3 Specifications 9 1 Consumer information 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Reporting safety defects 10 3 Motorcycle noise...

Page 8: ...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 co...

Page 9: ...ad FRONT 125 kPa 1 25 kgf cm2 18 psi REAR 150 kPa 1 50 kgf cm2 22 psi 90 kg 198 Ibs maximum load FRONT 150 kPa 1 50 kgf cm2 22 psi REAR 175 kPa 1 75 kgf cm2 25 psi 32C 21686 00 WARNING BEFORE YOU OPER...

Page 10: ...Location of important labels 1 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 B1U 9 13_1 book 3...

Page 11: ...Location of important labels 1 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 2 1 B1U 9 13_1 book 4...

Page 12: ...e vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 5 1 for a list of pre operation checks This motorcycle is designed to car ry the operator and a passenger The f...

Page 13: ...most critical factor in the preven tion or reduction of head injuries Always wear an approved helmet Wear a face shield or goggles Wind in your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of vi...

Page 14: ...of the vehicle as possible and make sure to distrib ute the weight as evenly as possi ble on both sides of the motorcycle to minimize imbalance or instabili ty Shifting weights can create a sud den im...

Page 15: ...e handlebar or front fork area they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of the motorcycle due to aerody nam...

Page 16: ...ble 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 b...

Page 17: ...1 12 Description EAU10411 Left view 1 2 4 3 5 6 1 Headlight page 7 34 2 Fuel tank cap page 4 8 3 Air filter element page 7 16 4 Helmet holder page 4 10 5 Shift pedal page 4 7 6 Engine oil drain bolt p...

Page 18: ...1 Spark arrester page 7 17 2 Fuses page 7 33 3 Battery page 7 32 4 Tool kit page 7 2 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 24 6 Engine oil level check window page 7 13 7 Engine oil filler bolt page 7 1...

Page 19: ...1 2 6 8 3 5 7 4 1 Clutch lever page 4 6 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 5 3 Indicator lights page 4 2 4 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 5 Multi function display page 4 3 6 Right handlebar switches...

Page 20: ...adlight comes on automati cally when the engine is started EAU10662 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10062 Never turn the key to OFF or LOCK while the vehicle is mo...

Page 21: ...ht comes on when the fuel level drops below approximately 1 8 L 0 48 US gal 0 40 Imp gal When this occurs refuel as soon as possible TIP When the vehicle is turned on the light should come on for a fe...

Page 22: ...the risk of an accident The multi function display is equipped with the following a speedometer an odometer two tripmeters a fuel reserve tripmeter a clock a self diagnosis device TIP Be sure to turn...

Page 23: ...ter ODO mode and the tripmeter TRIP bot tom mode in the following order ODO TRIP bottom ODO When approximately 1 8 L 0 48 US gal 0 40 Imp gal of fuel remains in the fuel tank the fuel level warning in...

Page 24: ...ton and then release it to start the clock Self diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self diag nosis device for various electrical cir cuits If a problem is detected in any of those circuits...

Page 25: ...Engine stop switch Set this switch to run before start ing the engine Set this switch to stop to stop the engine in case of an emergency such as in the event of an overturn or if the throttle is stuc...

Page 26: ...the transmission to a lower gear move the shift pedal down See page 6 3 EAU12892 Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar To apply the front brake pull the lever towar...

Page 27: ...Make sure that the fuel tank cap is properly installed before riding Leaking fuel is a fire hazard EAU13213 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank WARNING EWA10882 Gasoline and gasol...

Page 28: ...2 method is 86 or higher or the research octane number RON is 91 or higher If engine knocking or pinging occurs use a gasoline of a different brand or higher octane rating Gasohol There are two types...

Page 29: ...bolts TIP Make sure that the seat is properly se cured before riding EAU14283 Helmet holder To open the helmet holder insert the key into the lock and then turn the key as shown To lock the helmet hol...

Page 30: ...ort er the distance A is the higher the spring preload the longer distance A is the lower the spring preload 3 Tighten the locknut to the specified torque NOTICE Always tighten the locknut against the...

Page 31: ...ght TIP The built in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut off system which cuts the ignition in certain situations See the following section for an expla nation of the ignition circuit...

Page 32: ...the clutch lever is pulled and the sidestand is up Also it will stop the running engine should the sides tand be lowered while the transmission is in gear Periodically check the system via the followi...

Page 33: ...gine stall After the engine has stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Pull the clutch lever 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden YES NO YES NO YES...

Page 34: ...ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage 4 8 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check...

Page 35: ...Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 7 19 7 20 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if nec...

Page 36: ...nd new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full...

Page 37: ...vehi cle if a warning light remains on Have a Yamaha dealer check the ve hicle 3 Shift the transmission into the neu tral position 4 Start the engine by pushing the start switch 5 Release the start s...

Page 38: ...t out and accelerate 1 Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch 2 Shift the transmission into first gear The neutral indicator light should go out 3 Open the throttle gradually and at the same ti...

Page 39: ...WARNING EWA10312 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 Do not park on a slope or on soft gr...

Page 40: ...5123 Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or...

Page 41: ...ools provided in the tool kit are intended to assist you in the perfor mance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs However a torque wrench and other tools are necessary to perform certain mainte...

Page 42: ...month 4000 mi 6000 km or 6 months 7000 mi 11000 km or 12 months 10000 mi 16000 km or 18 months 13000 mi 21000 km or 24 months 16000 mi 26000 km or 30 months 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or...

Page 43: ...a only Check control system for damage Replace if necessary 9 Air induction system Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Replace any damaged parts No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER...

Page 44: ...operation Adjust or replace cable 3 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 4 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace...

Page 45: ...13 Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fasteners Correct if necessary 14 Brake lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 15 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease l...

Page 46: ...lace 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 26 Control cables Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly 27 Throttle grip Check operation Check throttle grip f...

Page 47: ...will only damage it Replace the air filter more frequently if you often ride in the rain or dusty conditions Hydraulic brake service Regularly check the brake fluid levels Replenish as necessary Ever...

Page 48: ...or a panel needs to be re moved and installed EAU44842 Cowling A To remove the cowling 1 Remove the bolts 2 Unhook both projections at the bottom of the cowling by pulling it downward and then pull th...

Page 49: ...it forward as shown To install a panel Place the collar and panel in their origi nal position and then install the screw Panel C To remove the panel 1 Remove the seat See page 4 10 2 Remove the bolt...

Page 50: ...ich 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 I...

Page 51: ...k plug gap with a wire thickness gauge and if nec essary adjust the gap to specifica tion To install the spark plug 1 Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface and then wipe of...

Page 52: ...ce the engine oil also lubricates the clutch do not mix any chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel speci fication of CD or oils of a high er quality than specified In addition do not use oil...

Page 53: ...n turn it off 2 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 3 Remove the engine oil filler bolt and then the engine oil drain bolt and gasket TIP Skip steps 4 6 if the oil filter element...

Page 54: ...evel one last time EAU85450 Why Yamalube YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part born of the engineers passion and belief that engine oil is an important liq uid engine component We form teams of specia...

Page 55: ...10 2 Remove the air filter case cover by removing the screws 3 Pull the air filter element out 4 Insert a new air filter element into the air filter case as shown NOTICE Make sure that the air filter...

Page 56: ...ng exhaust components Do not start the engine when cleaning the exhaust system 1 Remove the tailpipe by removing the screw and then pulling it out of the muffler 2 Tap the tailpipe lightly and then us...

Page 57: ...learance The valves are an important engine component and since valve clearance changes with use they must be checked and adjusted at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart Unadjust...

Page 58: ...speed and with the total weight of rider passenger car go and accessories approved for this model WARNING EWA10512 Never overload your vehicle Opera tion of an overloaded vehicle could cause an accid...

Page 59: ...62 The front and rear tires should be of the same make and design other wise the handling characteristics of the vehicle may be different which could lead to an accident After extensive tests only the...

Page 60: ...ibed above skip steps 4 8 4 Fully turn the adjusting bolt in di rection a to loosen the clutch ca ble 5 Slide the rubber cover back at the clutch cable 6 Loosen the locknut further down the clutch cab...

Page 61: ...turn the adjusting screw in direc tion b 4 Tighten the locknut and then slide the rubber cover back to its original position WARNING EWA10631 After adjusting the brake lever free play check the free p...

Page 62: ...turn the adjusting nut in direction b TIP The front brake light switch should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer EAU22393 Checking the front and rear brake pads The front and rear brake pads must be check...

Page 63: ...Check the brake fluid level with the res ervoir in an upright position Replenish the brake fluid if necessary NOTICE ECA17641 Brake fluid may damage painted sur faces or plastic parts Always clean up...

Page 64: ...he boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock EAU22734 Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid every 2 years In addition have the seals of the master cylinder...

Page 65: ...tighten the drive chain turn the drive chain adjusting plate on each side of the swingarm in direction a To loosen the drive chain turn the adjusting plate on each side of the swingarm in direction b...

Page 66: ...iate sol vents ECA11122 2 Wipe the drive chain dry 3 Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O ring chain lubricant NOTICE Do not use engine oil or any other lubri cants for the drive chai...

Page 67: ...hat the cover is securely installed Even though the cover is installed correctly it does not completely protect the cable from water entry Therefore use care not to pour water directly onto the cover...

Page 68: ...he operation of the sidestand should be checked before each ride and the sidestand pivot and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary WARNING EWA10732 If the sidestand does no...

Page 69: ...ition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance and lubrication chart To check the condition Check the front fork for damage an...

Page 70: ...ise the front wheel off the ground See page 7 37 WARNING To avoid injury se curely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10752 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs an...

Page 71: ...pro vide sufficient ventilation when charging it in an enclosed space KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER IES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat tery as soon...

Page 72: ...al circuits are located behind panel C See page 7 9 If a fuse is blown replace it as follows 1 Turn the main switch off and turn off the electrical circuit in question 2 Remove the blown fuse and then...

Page 73: ...rwise the luminosity and the life of the bulb may be adversely affected Thoroughly clean off any dirt oil or fingerprints from the bulb using a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner Do not use a he...

Page 74: ...nect the coupler 7 Place the headlight unit in the orig inal position and then install the bolts 8 Install the cowling 9 Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary EAU70550 Replacing...

Page 75: ...Replacing a turn signal light bulb 1 Remove the turn signal light lens by removing the screw 2 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter clockwise 3 Insert a new bulb into the...

Page 76: ...f an additional motorcycle stand is not available by placing a jack un der the frame in front of the rear wheel 2 Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand To service the rear w...

Page 77: ...with the right side washer from the right side 4 Install the left side washer and the axle nut 5 Lower the front wheel so that it is on the ground 6 Tighten the axle nut to the speci fied torque 7 Pu...

Page 78: ...1 Install the spacers into both sides of the wheel hub 2 Install the right side washer and drive chain adjusting plate onto the wheel axle and then install the wheel and brake caliper bracket by inse...

Page 79: ...asy procedure for checking these vital systems your self However should your motorcycle require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and...

Page 80: ...dealer check the vehicle Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark...

Page 81: ...ads of heavy snowfall areas may be sprayed with salt as a de icing method This salt can stay on the roads well into spring so be sure to wash the underside and chassis parts after riding in such areas...

Page 82: ...been exposed to salt Warm wa ter will increase salt s corrosive properties ECA26301 3 For windshield equipped vehicles Clean the windshield with a soft towel or sponge dampened with water and a pH ne...

Page 83: ...the brakes or tires can cause loss of control Make sure there is no lubricant or wax on the brakes or tires If necessary wash the tires with warm water and a mild deter gent If necessary clean the br...

Page 84: ...hen place the spark plug on the cylinder head so that the electrodes are grounded This will limit spark ing during the next step d Turn the engine over several times with the starter or kick starter T...

Page 85: ...Recommended engine oil grade API service SG type or higher JASO stan dard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 1 20 L 1 27 US qt 1 06 Imp qt With oil filter removal 1 30 L 1 37 US qt 1 14 Imp qt Fuel Rec...

Page 86: ...aulic single disc brake Rear brake Type Hydraulic single disc brake Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Rear suspension Type Swingarm link suspension Electrical system System voltage 12 V Battery Mo...

Page 87: ...ealer VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUM BER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER EAU26401 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the...

Page 88: ...y identification number is stamped into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU48062 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The V...

Page 89: ...n an investigation 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...

Page 90: ...corporated into any new ve hicle 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...

Page 91: ...elow is printed only as a reminder that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remar...

Page 92: ...nformation 10 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 B1U 9 13...

Page 93: ...place of business WARRANTY TRANSFER To transfer the warranty from the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser it is imperative that the machine be inspected and registered for warranty by an au...

Page 94: ...d upon your request at any later date Each Yamaha motorcycle dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Is the warranty transferable to second owners Yes The remainder o...

Page 95: ...t have to pay anything for covered 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 Int...

Page 96: ...ll have strong factory backed protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your VIN number and we ll be happy...

Page 97: ...lacing 7 34 Helmet holder 4 10 High beam indicator light 4 2 Horn switch 4 6 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 13 Indicator lights and warning lights 4 2 K Key identifica...

Page 98: ...arance 7 18 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 10 2 Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Warranty extended 10 9 Warranty limited 10 7 Wheel bearings checking 7 31 Wheel front 7 37 Wheel rear 7...

Page 99: ...form right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha en...

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