Yamaha WR250R 2007, Owner'S Manual

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Page 3: ...s manual thoroughly so as to enjoy all advantages of your WR250R The owner s manual does not only instruct you in how to operate inspect and maintain your motorcycle but also in how to safeguard yours...

Page 4: ...torcycle and this manual If you have any questions concerning this manual please consult your Yamaha dealer WARNING EWA10030 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOTO...

Page 5: ...10200 WR250R OWNER S MANUAL 2007 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition September 2007 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expre...

Page 6: ...art 6 2 Removing and installing panels 6 6 Checking the spark plug 6 8 Engine oil and oil filter element 6 9 Coolant 6 12 Cleaning the air filter element and check hose 6 15 Adjusting the engine idlin...

Page 7: ...Replacing an auxiliary light bulb 6 36 Supporting the motorcycle 6 37 Front wheel 6 37 Rear wheel 6 38 Troubleshooting 6 40 Troubleshooting charts 6 41 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7 1 Matte color cau...

Page 8: ...did not see the motorcycle Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the chance of this type of accident Therefore Wear a brightly colored jacket Use extra caution when you...

Page 9: ...eventing or reducing abrasions or lacerations Never wear loose fitting clothes otherwise they could catch on the control levers footrests or wheels and cause injury or an accident Never touch the engi...

Page 10: ...of your motorcycle Care fully inspect the accessory before using it to make sure that it does not in any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearance limit suspension travel steering travel or c...

Page 11: ...g The engine and exhaust system may be hot therefore park the motorcycle in a place where pe destrians or children are not like ly to touch these hot areas Do not park the motorcycle on a slope or sof...

Page 12: ...ting screw page 3 13 2 Fuse box page 6 32 3 Coolant reservoir page 6 12 4 Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting screw page 3 15 5 Battery page 6 31 6 Main fuse page 6 32 7 Owner...

Page 13: ...5 4 6 1 Rear brake fluid reservoir page 6 23 2 Air filter element page 6 15 3 Rear brake light switch page 6 22 4 Engine oil filler cap page 6 9 5 Engine oil level check window page 6 9 6 Shock absorb...

Page 14: ...ents 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 1 Clutch lever page 3 9 2 Left handlebar switches page 3 8 3 Main switch steering lock page 3 1 4 Multi function display page 3 3 5 Right handlebar switches page 3 8 6 Brake lever...

Page 15: ...is turned to OFF even if the engine stalls EAU10660 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed EAU10680 LOCK The steering is locked and all electrical systems are off The key can be re...

Page 16: ...ning light This warning light comes on when the fuel level drops below approximately 2 1 L 0 55 US gal 0 46 Imp gal When this occurs refuel as soon as possible The electrical circuit of the warning li...

Page 17: ...urs have a Yamaha dealer check the self diagno sis system The electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to ON If the warning light does not come on for a few seconds th...

Page 18: ...can be calibrated to pro vide a more accurate tripmeter reading a stopwatch which shows the time that has been accumulated since the start of stopwatch measure ment a self diagnosis device NOTE Be sur...

Page 19: ...g changes due to the movement and inclination of the ve hicle If the fuel level warning light comes on while riding in the measurement mode change to the basic mode and push the SELECT 2 button to dis...

Page 20: ...least two seconds to change to the measurement mode Changing from the measurement mode to the basic mode NOTE The stopwatch must be stopped before changing to the basic mode 1 Check that the stopwatc...

Page 21: ...resume counting repeat steps 3 and 4 Measurement mode for calibrating the distance compensation tripme ter s reading The distance compensation tripmeter is a feature intended to provide a more accurat...

Page 22: ...ination with the stop watch 1 Stop the stopwatch 2 Reset the distance compensation tripmeter and the stopwatch to zero by pushing the RESET but ton for at least two seconds Self diagnosis device This...

Page 23: ...when the vehicle overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck EAU12710 Start switch Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter CAUTION ECA10050 See page 5 1 for starting instruc tions pri...

Page 24: ...he gears of the 6 speed con stant 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 towa...

Page 25: ...unless the key is in the lock In addition the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly installed and locked WARNING EWA10120 Make sure that the fuel tank cap is properly closed and locked bef...

Page 26: ...ARNING EWA10860 The exhaust system is hot after op eration Make sure that the exhaust system has cooled down before do ing any maintenance work CAUTION ECA10700 The following precautions must be obser...

Page 27: ...helmet holder since the helmet may hit objects causing loss of con trol and possibly an accident EAU45200 Adjusting the front fork This front fork is equipped with rebound damping force adjusting scre...

Page 28: ...settings NOTE Although the total number of clicks of a damping force adjusting mechanism may not exactly match the above spec ifications due to small differences in production the actual number of cli...

Page 29: ...ise poor handling and loss of sta bility may result 3 Install the bleed screws EAU45260 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust ing...

Page 30: ...the total number of clicks of a damping force adjusting mechanism may not exactly match the above spec ifications due to small differences in production the actual number of clicks 1 Distance A Sprin...

Page 31: ...der Do not subject the shock ab sorber to an open flame or other high heat sources otherwise it may explode due to excessive gas pressure Do not deform or damage the gas cylinder in any way as this wi...

Page 32: ...assist the operator in fulfilling the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be fore starting off Therefore check this system regularly as described below and have a Yamaha dealer re pair it if it...

Page 33: ...ssion into gear 9 Move the sidestand down Does the engine stall After 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...

Page 34: ...pressure could have serious consequences 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...

Page 35: ...peration If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system Check lever free play Adjust if necessary Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid level in reservoir If necessar...

Page 36: ...heck air pressure Correct if necessary 6 18 6 20 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary 6 27 Brake and clutch levers Make sure that oper...

Page 37: ...s equipped with a lean an gle sensor to stop the engine in case of a turnover To start the engine after a turnover be sure to turn the main switch to OFF and then to ON Fail ing to do so will prevent...

Page 38: ...econds and then try again Each starting attempt should be as short as possible to pre serve the battery Do not crank the en gine more than 10 seconds on any one attempt CAUTION ECA11130 For maximum en...

Page 39: ...shifting down and avoid high engine speeds with no load on the engine Turn the engine off instead of let ting it idle for an extended length of time e g in traffic jams at traffic lights or at railroa...

Page 40: ...n period immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU17212 Parking When parking stop the engine and then remove the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10310 Since the engine and exhaust sys...

Page 41: ...TO BE SHORT ENED WARNING EWA10320 If you are not familiar with mainte nance work have a Yamaha dealer do it for you EAU35010 Owner s tool kit The owner s tool kit is located inside the tool box The se...

Page 42: ...technical skills NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB ODOMETER READING ANNUAL CHECK 1000 km 600 mi 10000 km 6000 mi 20000 km 12000 mi 30000 km 18000 mi 40000 km 24000 mi 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for c...

Page 43: ...ain Check chain slack alignment and condition Adjust and lubricate chain with a special O ring chain lubricant thoroughly Every 500 km 300 mi and after washing the motorcycle or riding in the rain 14...

Page 44: ...absorber assembly Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage 24 Rear suspension relay arm and con necting arm pivoting points Check operation 25 Engine oil Change Check oil level and vehicle f...

Page 45: ...r years and if cracked or damaged 30 Throttle grip hous ing and cable Check operation and free play Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable 31 Ai...

Page 46: ...jobs described in this chapter Refer to this section each time a panel needs to be removed and installed EAU45131 Panel A To remove the panel 1 Remove the seat See page 3 12 2 Remove the bolts and col...

Page 47: ...ee page 3 12 2 Remove the bolt and then remove the panel as shown To install the panel 1 Place the panel in the original po sition and then install the bolt 2 Install the seat Panel C To remove the pa...

Page 48: ...moved and checked in ac cordance with the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart In addition the condition of the spark plug can re veal the condition of the engine The porcelain insulator around...

Page 49: ...should be checked before each ride 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...

Page 50: ...2 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 3 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil 4 Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil f...

Page 51: ...ION ECA11620 In order to prevent clutch slip page since 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...

Page 52: ...g the oil pressure tighten the bleed bolt to the specified torque EAU20070 Coolant The coolant level should be checked before each ride In addition the cool ant must be changed at the intervals specif...

Page 53: ...d to the coolant have a Yamaha dealer check the antifreeze content of the coolant as soon as possible otherwise the effectiveness of the coolant will be reduced WARNING EWA10380 Never attempt to remov...

Page 54: ...original position and then installing the bolts 8 Remove the coolant drain bolt to drain the cooling system 9 After the coolant is completely drained thoroughly flush the cool ing system with clean t...

Page 55: ...Check the coolant level in the res ervoir If necessary remove the coolant reservoir cap add coolant to the maximum level mark and then install the cap 17 Start the engine and then check the vehicle f...

Page 56: ...rame 7 Insert the air filter element into the air filter case CAUTION ECA10480 Make sure that the air filter ele ment is properly seated in the air filter case The engine should never be op erated wit...

Page 57: ...is needed to make this adjustment 1 Attach the tachometer to the spark plug lead 2 Check the engine idling speed and if necessary adjust it to spec ification by turning the idle adjust ing screw To in...

Page 58: ...Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart EAU21640 Tires To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motorcy cle note the follow...

Page 59: ...ly on both sides Adjust the suspension and tire air pressure with regard to the load Check the tire condition and air pressure before each ride Tire inspection The tires must be checked before each ri...

Page 60: ...wever patch the tube very carefully and replace it as soon as possible with a high quality product EAU21940 Spoke wheels To maximize the performance durabil ity and safe operation of your motorcy cle...

Page 61: ...direction b 3 If the specified clutch lever free play could be obtained as de scribed above tighten the locknut and skip the rest of the procedure otherwise proceed as follows 4 Fully turn the adjust...

Page 62: ...ce of air in the hydraulic system If there is air in the hy draulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the motorcycle Air in the hydraulic system will dimin ish the braking...

Page 63: ...rake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator grooves have almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU45300 Rear brake pads Each rear brake pad is provided wi...

Page 64: ...ical reaction and lead to poor braking performance Be careful that water does not en ter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may...

Page 65: ...the lock nut on each side of the swingarm 2 To tighten the drive chain turn the adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in direction a To loos en the drive chain turn the adjust ing bolt on each...

Page 66: ...must be lubricated after washing the motorcycle and riding in the rain 1 Clean the drive chain with kero sene and a small soft brush CAUTION ECA11120 To prevent damaging the O rings do not clean the d...

Page 67: ...terfere with proper cable operation and will cause the inner cable to rust Replace a damaged cable as soon as possible to prevent unsafe conditions EAU23111 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip...

Page 68: ...utch levers Brake lever Clutch lever The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride and the lever pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Recommended lubricant Lithi...

Page 69: ...ance and lubrication chart EAU23271 Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic main tenance and lubrica...

Page 70: ...ore the operation of the steering must be checked as fol lows at the intervals specified in the pe riodic maintenance and lubrication chart 1 Place a stand under the engine to raise the front wheel of...

Page 71: ...scharged Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quickly if the vehicle is equipped with optional electrical accessories WARNING EWA10760 Electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous since it...

Page 72: ...battery leads are properly con nected to the battery terminals CAUTION ECA10630 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage To charge a sealed type...

Page 73: ...ely blows again have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical system EAU45210 Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a quartz bulb headlight If the headlight bulb burns out replace it as...

Page 74: ...dlight bulb to keep it free from oil otherwise the transparency of the glass the luminosity of the bulb and the bulb life will be adversely af fected Thoroughly clean off any dirt and fingerprints on...

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

Page 76: ...stall the license plate light unit by installing the screws EAU45220 Replacing an auxiliary light bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out re place it as follows 1 Remove the headlight unit See page...

Page 77: ...or if 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 re...

Page 78: ...ch bolts and axle nut 4 Lower the front wheel so that it is on the ground 5 Tighten the axle nut and the wheel axle pinch bolts to their specified torques 6 Push down hard on the handlebar several tim...

Page 79: ...d the brake cal iper bracket by inserting the wheel axle from the left hand side NOTE Make sure that the retainer on the brake caliper bracket is inserted into the slot in the swingarm Make sure that...

Page 80: ...and loss of power The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your self However should your motorcycle require any repair take it to a Ya...

Page 81: ...2 Compression There is compression There is no compression Check the ignition Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth...

Page 82: ...idual pressure to escape When the hissing sound has stopped press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap NOTE If coolant is not available tap water can be temporaril...

Page 83: ...nce Before cleaning 1 Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag after the engine has cooled down 2 Make sure that all caps and covers as well as all electrical couplers and connectors including the...

Page 84: ...tubborn dirt and insects will come off more easily if the area is covered with a wet cloth for a few minutes before cleaning After riding in the rain near the sea or on salt sprayed roads Since sea sa...

Page 85: ...or wax to any rubber and plastic parts but treat them with a suitable care product Avoid using abrasive polishing compounds as they will wear away the paint NOTE Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on...

Page 86: ...age or injury from sparking make sure to ground the spark plug electrodes while turning the engine over 4 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals as well as of th...

Page 87: ...US qt 1 14 Imp qt With oil filter element replacement 1 40 L 1 48 US qt 1 23 Imp qt Cooling system Coolant reservoir capacity up to the maxi mum level mark 0 25 L 0 26 US qt 0 22 Imp qt Radiator capa...

Page 88: ...t 125 kPa 18 psi 1 25 kgf cm2 Rear 175 kPa 25 psi 1 75 kgf cm2 Loading condition 90 185 kg 198 408 lb Front 150 kPa 22 psi 1 50 kgf cm2 Rear 200 kPa 29 psi 2 00 kgf cm2 Front wheel Wheel type Spoke wh...

Page 89: ...0 W 2 Auxiliary light 12 V 5 0 W 1 License plate light 12 V 5 0 W Meter lighting EL Electroluminescent Neutral indicator light LED High beam indicator light LED Turn signal indicator light LED Fuel l...

Page 90: ...L INFORMATION EAU26381 Key identification number The key 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 EAU...

Page 91: ...6 7 8 9 EAU26460 Model label The model label is affixed to the loca tion shown Record the information on this label in the space provided This in formation will be needed when ordering spare parts fro...

Page 92: ...ndlebar switches 3 8 Headlight bulb replacing 6 33 Helmet holder 3 13 High beam indicator light 3 2 Horn switch 3 9 I Identification numbers 9 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 3 18 Indicator and warn...

Page 93: ...INDEX Turn signal switch 3 9 V Valve clearance 6 18 Vehicle identification number 9 1 W Wheel bearings checking 6 31 Wheel front 6 37 Wheel rear 6 38 Wheels 6 20...

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