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Owners Manual - Page 7
... pedal ...3-4 Fuel tank cap ...3-5 Fuel ...3-5 Fuel cock ...3-6 ...engine ...5-1 Starting a warm engine ...5-2 Shifting ...5-2 Engine break-in ...5-4 Parking ...5-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR ...6-1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ...6-1 Owner's tool kit...engine idling speed ...6-15 Checking the throttle cable free play ...6-15 Valve clearance ...6-16 Tires ...6-16 Spoke wheels ...6-18 Accessories...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... they could delay seeing a hazard. Modifications may cause severe personal injury. Loading and accessories Adding accessories or cargo to your motorcycle can see you. G
This motorcycle is designed for onroad... is effective in preventing or reducing abrasions or lacerations. G Never touch the engine or exhaust system during operation to this motorcycle not approved by road and traffic...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...accessories that would impair the performance of the opera-
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1-3 Wind may attempt to lift the motorcycle, or the motorcycle may also cause instability when passing or being passed by large vehicles. • Certain accessories.... Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically designed for the proper selection, installation and use of the operator, passenger, accessories and...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... failure could result, which could catch fire. Use caution when adding electrical accessories. If electrical accessories exceed the capacity of time in another vehicle, make sure that it run for manual type). G
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Gasoline and exhaust gas G GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: • Always turn the engine off when refueling. • Take care not to "ON" or "RES...
Owners Manual - Page 18
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Main switch
P (Parking) The taillight and position lights are on , and the engine can be turned to "P". ECA11020
Indicator lights
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CAUTION: Do not use the parking... All electrical systems are off . Neutral indicator light "NEUTRAL" This indicator light comes on when the transmission is pushed to be started. The key must be pushed in the neutral position.
3-1 Turn signal indicator...
Owners Manual - Page 21
Brake pedal
The shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and is located at the right handlebar grip. The brake lever is used in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the ... pedal
Brake lever
Brake pedal
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1. Brake lever
1. Shift pedal
1. The brake pedal is on the right side of the 5-speed constant-mesh transmission equipped on the brake pedal.
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Owners Manual - Page 23
...: Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a pump octane number
3-6 1. Use of leaded gasoline will extend spark plug life and reduce maintenance costs.
The use a gasoline of a different brand or premium unleaded fuel. If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use of unleaded fuel will cause severe damage to the fuel system or vehicle performance problems.
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Fuel cock
This model is...
Owners Manual - Page 28
... in gear and the sidestand is noted, have a Yamaha dealer check the system before riding.
3-11 G It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is up, but the sidestand is not pulled.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Ignition circuit cut-off system
The ...
Owners Manual - Page 29
Move the sidestand down . 2. The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer.
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After the engine has stalled: 10. The system is most reliable if performed with a warmed-up engine.
Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 5. The motorcycle should not be defective. Keep the clutch lever pulled. 12. The motorcycle should not...
Owners Manual - Page 33
... the ignition circuit cut -off system according to start, release the start switch. NOTE: When the transmission is in a possible loss of control. Turn the fuel cock lever to "ON" and make sure that the engine stop switch is adequate ventilation. OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Starting and warming...
Owners Manual - Page 34
... slightly raise it.
5-2 Shifting
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1. NOTE: To shift the transmission into the neutral position, press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it responds normally to the throttle with the exception that the starter (choke) is not required when the engine is warm. NOTE: The engine is warm when it reaches the end of excessive...
Owners Manual - Page 35
... the front and the rear brakes to avoid damaging the engine, transmission, and drive train, which are shown in . 5. EAU16700
3. Shift the transmission into first gear when the motorcycle reaches 20 km/h (12.5 mi/h). If the engine is running. Inadequate lubrication may damage the transmission. At the recommended shift points shown in the following table...
Owners Manual - Page 37
... and systems may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that is located behind panel A. (See page 6-8.) The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the safest and most important points of the owner. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will keep your vehicle in the owner's tool kit are not familiar...
Owners Manual - Page 39
... or 12 months 18 months 24 months 30 months
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Fuel line
• Check fuel and vacuum hoses for cracks or damage. • Replace if...engine idle speed. • Check for leakage. • Tighten if necessary. • Replace gasket(s) if necessary. • Check control system for the emission control system
INITIAL No. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR... perform the service.
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Owners Manual - Page 45
... color when the vehicle is 1/4-1/2 turn ...specification. NOTE: If a torque wrench is not available when installing a spark plug, a good estimate of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface, and then wipe off any spark plug shows a distinctly different color, the engine could be tightened to diagnose such problems yourself.
To install a spark plug 1. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR...
Owners Manual - Page 52
... dealer at the intervals specified in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. Securely pack your vehicle, such as handling, braking, performance and safety. Properly adjust the suspension for your motorcycle, note the following points regarding the specified tires. To prevent this model. Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be checked and adjusted on...
Owners Manual - Page 81
...Wet, multiple-disc
Weight:
With oil and fuel: XV250X 147.0 kg (324 lb) XV250XC 148.0 kg (326 lb)
Engine:
Engine type: Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC Cylinder ...engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA Engine oil quantity: Without oil filter element replacement: 1.40 L (1.48 US qt) (1.23 Imp.qt) With oil filter element replacement: 1.60 L (1.69 US qt) (1.41 Imp.qt)
Transmission...
Owners Manual - Page 86
....gov; CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Reporting safety defects
If you believe that a safety defect exists in individual problems between you, your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you may order a recall and remedy campaign. To contact NHTSA, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...
Owners Manual - Page 90
... or routine maintenance. THE CUSTOMER'S RESPONSIBILITY under warranty become property of charge, repair or replace any authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer will be one (1) year from defects in the appropriate Owner's Manual, and 2. An inspection and registration fee will , free of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE...
Owners Manual - Page 91
.... If a question or problem arises regarding the warranty, first contact the owner of "abnormal" strain, neglect, or abuse? A. Specific examples include: Running the machine out of having the dealer do recommend, however, that Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. May I .N. (frame number), dealer number (or dealer's name) as specified in the Owner's and Service Manual. Yes, if you...
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