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It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

** Lithium soap base grease

Clutch*

• Check operation.
• Adjust if necessary.

Wheels*

• Check balance/damage/runout.
• Repair if necessary.

Wheel bearings*

• Check bearing assembly for looseness/damage.
• Replace if damaged.

Front and rear
suspension*

• Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.

Steering system*

• Check operation.
• Correct if damaged.
• Check toe-in.
• Adjust if necessary.

Steering shaft*

• Lubricate every 6 months.**

Fittings and Fasteners*

• Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
• Correct if necessary.

Battery*

• Check specific gravity.
• Check that the breather hose is working properly.
• Correct if necessary.

ITEM

ROUTINE

INITIAL

EVERY

month

months

year

WARNING

Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in serious injury or death.

Summary of Contents for BEARTRACKER YFM250XN

Page 1: ...4XE F8199 13 LIT 11626 14 17 READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years of age WARNING YFM250XN OWNER S MANUAL ...

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Page 3: ...r mation about special techniques and skills necessary to ride your machine It also includes basic maintenance and inspection procedures If you have any questions regarding the op eration or maintenance of your machine please consult a Yamaha dealer AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE READ THIS MANUAL TOGETHER WITH TIPS FOR THE ATV RIDER CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE MAKE SURE YOU...

Page 4: ...tions The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the machine operator a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the machine CAUTION A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the machine NOTE A NOTE provides key information to make proc...

Page 5: ...k arrester laws and regulations in effect at the time of manufacture Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this machine EBU00531 AFFIX DEALER LABEL HERE YFM250XN C OWNER S MANUAL 2000 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st Edition May 2000 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is express...

Page 6: ...6 Parking brake 4 8 Shift pedal 4 9 Drive select lever 4 9 Recoil starter 4 10 Fuel tank cap 4 11 Fuel cock 4 12 Starter choke 4 13 Seat 4 14 Storage box 4 15 Front carrier 4 16 Rear carrier 4 16 Rear shock absorber adjustment 4 16 4 LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS 1 1 SAFETY INFORMATION 2 1 DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 3 1 Identification numbers record 3 2 Key identific...

Page 7: ...select lever operation and reverse driving 6 4 Shifting 6 5 To start out and accelerate 6 6 To decelerate 6 7 Engine break in 6 7 Parking 6 8 Parking on a slope 6 9 Accessories and loading 6 10 RIDING YOUR ATV 7 1 Getting to know your ATV 7 3 Ride with care and good judgement 7 4 Be careful where you ride 7 16 Turning your ATV 7 23 Climbing uphill 7 25 Riding downhill 7 30 Crossing a slope 7 32 Cr...

Page 8: ...inspection 8 18 Brake fluid replacement 8 19 Front brake adjustment 8 19 Rear brake adjustment 8 21 Clutch adjustment 8 23 Cable inspection and lubrication 8 24 Brake lever and brake pedal lubrication 8 25 Steering shaft lubrication 8 26 Wheel removal 8 26 Wheel installation 8 27 Battery 8 28 Replenishing the battery fluid 8 30 Fuse replacement 8 31 Replacing the headlight bulb 8 32 Headlight beam...

Page 9: ...MAINTENANCE RECORD 12 1 ATV LIMITED WARRANTY 13 1 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 14 1 12 13 14 ...

Page 10: ...E 1 1 EBU00464 LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS ...

Page 11: ...ll of the labels on your machine They contain important in formation 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 1 2 ...

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Page 14: ...struction Take a Training Course Be ginners should receive training from a certified instructor Contact an authorized ATV dealer or call 1 800 447 4700 to find out about the training courses nearest you Always follow the age recommendation A child under 16 years old should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90cc Never allow a child under age 16 to operate an ATV without adult super...

Page 15: ...res and schedules de scribed in this manual Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footboards of the ATV during operation Always go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar terrain Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating the ATV Never operate on excessively rough slippery or loose terrain until you have learned and practiced the skills n...

Page 16: ...l as described in this man ual Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mas tered the turning technique described in this manual on level ground Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll backwards when climbing a ...

Page 17: ... out the linings Always be sure there are no obstacles or people behind you when you operate in re verse When it is safe to proceed in reverse go slowly Always use the size and type tires specified in this manual Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in this manual Never modify an ATV through improper installation or use of accessories Never exceed the stated load capacity for an ATV C...

Page 18: ... flames or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dry ers When transporting the machine in an other vehicle be sure it is kept upright and that the fuel cock is in the OFF po sition Otherwise fuel may leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank WHAT CAN HAPPEN Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injuries HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD If you should swallow some gasoli...

Page 19: ... 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 machine in an area with adequate ventilation ...

Page 20: ... wheel 8 Headlight 9 Fuel cock 10 Starter choke 11 Recoil starter NOTE The machine you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual 12 Taillight 13 Rear wheel 14 Shift pedal 15 Drive select lever 16 Rear brake lever 17 Parking brake 18 Main switch 19 Front brake lever 20 Throttle lever 21 Handlebar switches ...

Page 21: ...or as sistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen 1 KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 2 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 3 MODEL LABEL INFORMATION EBU00035 Key identification number The key identification number is stamped on the key as shown in the following illus tration This number can be used for order ing a new key 1 Key identification number ...

Page 22: ...icle identification number NOTE The vehicle identification number is used to identify your machine EBU00038 Model label The model label is affixed to the frame Record the information on this label in the space provided This information will be needed to order spare parts from your Yamaha dealer 1 Model label ...

Page 23: ...esult in serious injury or death EBU00041 Main switch Functions of the respective switch posi tions are as follows ON Engine can be started only at this position and the headlight and taillight come on when the light switch is on OFF All electrical circuits are switched off The key can be removed in this position ...

Page 24: ...ht comes on when the transmission is in neutral EBU00053 Handlebar switches 1 Lights switch LIGHTS 2 Engine stop switch ENG STOP 3 Start switch START EBU00054 Engine stop switch ENG STOP Make sure that the engine stop switch is in the RUN position The engine stop switch controls ignition and can be used at all times to stop the engine especially in an emer gency The engine will not start or run wh...

Page 25: ...to switch on the low beam and the taillight Turn the switch to the HI position to switch on the high beam and the taillight Turn the switch to the OFF position to switch off the headlight and the taillight CAUTION Do not use the headlight with the engine turned off for more than thirty minutes The battery may discharge to the point that the starter motor will not operate properly If this should ha...

Page 26: ...t tle to be sure it is operating smoothly Make sure it returns to the idle position as soon as the lever is released 1 Throttle lever WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Malfunction of throttle WHAT CAN HAPPEN The throttle could be hard to operate making it difficult to speed up or slow down when you need to This could cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Check the operation of the throttle lever before...

Page 27: ...TV 1 Locknut 2 Adjuster a 12 mm 0 47 in WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper adjustment of the speed limit er and throttle WHAT CAN HAPPEN The throttle cable could be damaged Improper throttle operation could re sult You could lose control have an ac cident or be injured HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not turn the speed adjuster out more than 12 mm 0 47 in Always make sure the throttle lever free play is...

Page 28: ...andlebar to apply the front brake 1 Front brake lever EBU00073 Rear brake pedal and lever The brake pedal is located on the right side of the machine and the brake lever is locat ed on the left handlebar Push down on the pedal or pull the lever toward the handle bar to apply the rear brake 1 Rear brake pedal ...

Page 29: ...4 7 1 Rear brake lever ...

Page 30: ...rking brake WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could start moving unexpect edly if the parking brake is not applied before starting the engine This could cause loss of control or a collision The brake could overheat if you ride the ATV without releasing the parking brake You could lose braking perfor mance which could cause an accident You could also wear out the brakes prematurely HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Al...

Page 31: ...t ped al is located on the left side of the engine Neutral is at the bottom position 1 Shift pedal N Neutral position EBU00085 Drive select lever The drive select lever is used for driving the machine either forward or in reverse Refer to page 6 4 for drive select lever op eration 1 Drive select lever ...

Page 32: ... rope all the way out 1 Recoil starter WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Starting the engine in gear and or start ing the engine without setting the park ing brake WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could start to move unexpect edly which could cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Put the transmission in neutral and set the parking brake before starting the engine ...

Page 33: ...4 11 EBU00092 Fuel tank cap Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counterclockwise 1 Fuel tank cap ...

Page 34: ...turn the lever to this position when the engine is not running ON With the lever in this position fuel flows to the carburetor Normal riding is done with the lever in this position RES This indicates reserve If you run out of fuel while riding turn the lever to this position THEN FILL THE FUEL TANK AT THE FIRST OPPORTUNITY After refuelling return the fuel cock lever to the ON position ...

Page 35: ...el mixture A separate starter circuit sup plies 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 prop er operation See page 6 1 1 Fully open 2 Half open 3 Closed A Starter choke ...

Page 36: ...seat lock lever upward and pull up the seat at the rear 1 Seat lock lever To install the seat insert the projections on the front of the seat into the seat holders and push down on the seat at the rear NOTE Make sure that the seat is securely fitted ...

Page 37: ... box CAUTION To protect from damage do not put metal products like tools or sharply edged prod ucts directly in the storage box If they must be stored wrap them in appropriate cushion material Maximum load limit 2 kg 4 4 lb ...

Page 38: ...oad as follows To increase the spring preload turn the ad juster in direction a To decrease the spring preload turn the adjuster in direction b a Increase spring preload b Decrease spring preload EBU00112 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death Maximum load limit 30 kg 66 lb Maximum load limit 45 kg 99 lb Standard position B A Minimum Soft E Maximum Hard ...

Page 39: ...5 6 Engine oil Check oil level Fill with oil if necessary 5 7 8 5 8 8 Final gear oil Check for leakage 5 8 8 9 8 10 Throttle Check for proper throttle cable operation 5 8 8 16 Wheels and tires Check tire pressure wear and damage 5 9 5 12 8 26 8 27 Fittings and Fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners 5 8 Lights Check for proper operation 5 8 8 32 8 33 Battery Check fluid level Fill with distille...

Page 40: ...PPEN 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 Always follow the inspection and main tenance procedures and schedules de scribed in the Owner s Manual 5 5 5 5 5 6 7 8 9 50 55 55 55 55 ...

Page 41: ... the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer 2 Brake fluid level Check the brake fluid level Add fluid if necessary See pages 8 18 8 19 3 Brake fluid leakage Check to see if any brake fluid is leak ing out of the pipe joints or master cyl inder Apply the brakes firmly for one minute If there is any leaking have the ATV inspected by a Yamaha dealer 4 Brake operation Test the brakes at slow speed after sta...

Page 42: ...ng ability which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD 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 43: ...life and reduced mainte nance cost If unleaded gasoline is not available then leaded regular gasoline can be used Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gasohol containing ethanol and that containing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 10 Gasohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it may cause fuel system damage or vehicle per fo...

Page 44: ...e fuel tank is overfilled fuel could spill out due to heat from the engine or the sun HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not overfill the fuel tank Be careful not to spill fuel especially on the engine or exhaust pipe Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed securely Do not refuel right after the engine has been running and is still very hot ...

Page 45: ...which will cause clutch and or starter clutch slippage resulting in re duced component life and poor engine performance Recommended oil Recommended engine oil classification API Service SE SF SG type or higher 10 0 30 50 70 90 110 SAE 5W30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 YAMALUBE 4 20W40 or SAE20W40 YAMALUBE 4 10W30 or SAE10W30 130 F 50 C Oil quantity Periodic oil change 1 5 L 1 3 lmp qt 1 6 US qt With oil fi...

Page 46: ...oper operation EBU00152 Fittings and Fasteners Always check the tightness of chassis fittings and fasteners before a ride Take the ma chine to a Yamaha dealer or refer to the Ser vice Manual for correct tightening torque EBU00153 Lights Check the headlight and taillight to make sure they are in working condition Repair as necessary for proper operation EBU00155 Switches Check the operation of the ...

Page 47: ...1E Manufacturer Size Type Front CARLISLE AT22 7 10 TRAIL WOLF DUNLOP AT22 7 10 KT 701 CHENG SHIN AT22 7 10 M 905 Rear CARLISLE AT22 10 10 TRAIL WOLF DUNLOP AT22 10 10 KT 705 CHENG SHIN AT22 10 10 M 906 2 The tires should be set to the rec ommended pressure Recommended tire pressure Front 20 kPa 0 20 kgf cm2 2 9 psi Rear 25 kPa 0 25 kgf cm2 3 6 psi Check and adjust tire pressures when the tires are...

Page 48: ...g pressures when seating the tire beads Front 250 kPa 2 5 kgf cm2 36 psi Rear 250 kPa 2 5 kgf cm2 36 psi Higher pressures may cause the tire to burst Inflate the tires very slowly and carefully Fast inflation could cause the tire to burst ...

Page 49: ...ng Dust or dirt in the gauge could cause the first reading to be incor rect Set pressure with tires cold Set tire pressures to the following specifi cations ACE 02EACE 02E 1 Low pressure tire gauge Recommended pressure Minimum Maximum Front 20 kPa 0 20 kgf cm2 2 9 psi 17 kPa 0 17 kgf cm2 2 5 psi 23 kPa 0 23 kgf cm2 3 3 psi Rear 25 kPa 0 25 kgf cm2 3 6 psi 22 kPa 0 22 kgf cm2 3 2 psi 28 kPa 0 28 kg...

Page 50: ...5 12 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 ...

Page 51: ...t being familiar with all controls WHAT CAN HAPPEN Loss of control which could cause an accident or injury HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Read the Owner s Manual carefully If there is a control or function you do not understand ask your Yamaha dealer WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Freezing control cables in cold weather WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be unable to control the ATV which could lead to an accident or c...

Page 52: ... shift into neutral before starting the engine 5 Use the starter choke in reference to the figure Position 1 Cold engine start ambient temperature below 5 C 40 F Position 2 Cold engine start ambient temperature at 0 C 30 F 30 C 90 F and warming up position Position 3 Cold engine start ambient temperature above 25 C 80 F and warm engine start position 1 Fully open 2 Half open 3 Closed a Starter cho...

Page 53: ... at position 2 keep it at this position to warm up the engine 8 Continue warming up the engine until it idles smoothly and return the starter choke to position 3 closed before riding CAUTION See the Engine break in section prior to operating engine for the first time EBU00180 Starting a warm engine To start a warm engine refer to the Start ing a cold engine section The starter choke should not be ...

Page 54: ...sed position 2 Apply the rear brake pedal 3 Shift the transmission into first gear 4 While pulling the lock release button move the drive select lever toward the rear until it completely stops 1 Drive select lever 2 Lock release button a Forward b Reverse NOTE When in reverse the reverse indicator light should be on If the light does not come on ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the machine 5 Check b...

Page 55: ...g etc To shift into neutral return the throttle lever to its original position and repeatedly depress the shift pedal until it stops 1 Shift pedal N Neutral position WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly operating in reverse WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could hit an obstacle or person be hind you resulting in serious injury HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When you shift into reverse make sure there are no obstacles ...

Page 56: ...ive train may result 2 Shift into first gear and release the shift pedal 3 Open the throttle gradually 4 Once the machine has attained ade quate speed release the throttle lever 5 Shift into second gear and release the shift pedal 6 Open the throttle gradually 7 Follow the same procedure when shifting to the next higher gear WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Opening the throttle before releasing the shift ...

Page 57: ...fting to a lower gear EBU00209 Engine break in There is never a more important period in the life of your machine than the period be tween zero and 20 hours For this reason we ask that you carefully read the following material Because the engine is brand new you must not put an excessive load on it for the first several hours of running During the first 20 hours the various parts in the engine wea...

Page 58: ...the machine from time to time Do not op erate it at one set throttle position 2 10 20 hours Avoid prolonged operation above 3 4 throttle Rev the machine freely through the gears but do not use full throttle at any time 3 After break in Avoid prolonged full throttle opera tion Vary speeds occasionally EBU00211 Parking When parking stop the engine and shift into neutral Turn the fuel cock to OFF and...

Page 59: ...OTENTIAL HAZARD Parking on a hill or other incline WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could roll out of control in creasing the chance of an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Avoid parking on hills or other inclines If you must park on an incline put the machine in low gear apply the parking brake and block the front and rear wheels with rocks or other objects Do not park the ATV at all on hills that are so s...

Page 60: ...suitability of them Choose a genuine Yamaha accessory or one that is equivalent in design and quality Accessories should be rigidly and se curely mounted An accessory which can shift position or come off while you are riding could affect your ability to control the ATV Do not mount an accessory where it could interfere with your ability to con trol the ATV Examples include but are not limited to a...

Page 61: ... include the tongue weight in the maximum vehicle load limit Load cargo on the carrier as close to the center of the vehicle as possible Put car go at the front of the rear carrier Center the load from side to side Tie down cargo securely to the carriers Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot move around A shifting load can cause an accident Make sure the load does not interfere with controls or yo...

Page 62: ...ess at very slow speeds Avoid hills and rough terrain Choose terrain carefully Added weight affects the stability and handling of the ATV WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Overloading this ATV or carrying or towing cargo improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause changes in vehicle handling which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never exceed the stated load capacity for this ATV Cargo should b...

Page 63: ...E 6 13 EBU00543 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death ...

Page 64: ...7 1 E RIDING YOUR ATV Riding Your ATV 7 1 7 Riding Your ATV ...

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Page 66: ...ls acquired through practice over a period of time Take the time to learn the basic techniques well before at tempting more difficult maneuvers Riding your new ATV can be a very enjoy able activity providing you with hours of pleasure But it is essential to familiarize yourself with the operation of the ATV to achieve the skill necessary to enjoy riding safely Before you begin to ride be sure you ...

Page 67: ...asic techniques well before attempting more difficult maneuvers WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV without proper in struction WHAT CAN HAPPEN The risk of an accident is greatly in creased if the operator does not know how to operate the ATV properly in dif ferent situations and on different types of terrain HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Beginning and inexperienced operators should complete the...

Page 68: ...lure 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 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD A child under 16 should never operate an ATV with engine size greater than 90cc ...

Page 69: ...er on this ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this ATV Could cause an ac cident resulting in harm to you and or your passenger HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never carry a passenger The long seat is to allow the operator to shift position as needed during operation It is not for carrying passengers ...

Page 70: ... in the event of an accident Operating without eye protection can result in an accident and increases your chances of a severe injury in the event of an accident Operating without protective clothing increases your chances of severe injury in the event of an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always wear an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly You should also wear eye protection goggles or ...

Page 71: ...drugs WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV after consuming al cohol or drugs WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could seriously affect your judgment Could cause you to react more slowly Could affect your balance and percep tion Could result in an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while driving this ATV ...

Page 72: ...fe op erating condition Always follow the inspection and main tenance procedures and schedules de scribed in the Owner s Manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV with improper tires or with improper or uneven tire pres sure WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use of improper tires on this ATV or op eration of this ATV with improper or un even tire pressure may cause loss of control increasing your risk of a...

Page 73: ...peed limiter limits the power and top speed of the machine Turning the screw in decreas es top speed and turning it out increases top speed 1 Locknut 2 Adjuster WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases your chances of losing control of the ATV which can result in an acci dent HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always go at a sp...

Page 74: ... hitch Pulling load total weight of trailer and cargo 330 kg 728 lb Tongue weight vertical weight on trail er hitch point 15 kg 33 lb WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Overloading this ATV or carrying or towing cargo improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause changes in vehicle handling which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never exceed the stated load capacity for this ATV Cargo should be pr...

Page 75: ... 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 If you remove a foot from a footboard your foot or leg may come into contact with the rear wheels which could injure you or cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always keep both hands on the handle bars and both feet on the footboards of y...

Page 76: ...he machine 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 Don t try to show off ...

Page 77: ...andling which in some situ ations could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD 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 deale...

Page 78: ... the machine in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch it WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Hot exhaust system WHAT CAN HAPPEN Someone touching the exhaust system during or after operation could be burned HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not touch the hot exhaust system Do not park the machine in a place where others might be likely to touch it ...

Page 79: ...NG 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 trol HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always avoid paved surfaces including sidewalks driveways parking lots and streets ...

Page 80: ...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 gravel one In many states it is illegal to operate ATVs on public streets roads and high ways ...

Page 81: ...ENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating this ATV on unfamiliar terrain WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can come upon hidden rocks bumps or holes without enough time to react Could result in the ATV overturning or going out of control HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Go slowly and be extra careful when op erating on unfamiliar terrain Always be alert to changing terrain con ditions when operating the ATV...

Page 82: ...uld 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 sary to control the ATV on such terrain Always be especially cautious on these kinds of terrain ...

Page 83: ...e in areas posted no trespass ing Do not ride on private property with out getting permission WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating in areas where you might not be seen by other off road vehicles WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could be in a collision You could be injured HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always mount a caution flag on the ma chine to make you more visible Watch carefully for other vehicles ...

Page 84: ...erwards do not allow skin or clothing to come in contact with these components With the engine idling lift the shift pedal to the 1st gear position and then release the parking brake Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly The centrifugal clutch will engage and you will start to accelerate Once the ATV has attained adequate speed release the throttle and lift the shift pedal to the 2nd gear positio...

Page 85: ... engaging a lower gear Improper use of the brakes or shifting can cause the tires to lose traction reduc ing control and increasing the possibility of an accident WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Engaging a lower gear when the engine speed is too high WHAT CAN HAPPEN The wheels could stop rotating This could cause loss of control an accident and injury It could also cause engine or drive train damage HOW ...

Page 86: ... the desired direction As you do so put your weight on the footboard to the outside of the turn opposite your desired direction and lean your upper body into the turn Use the throttle to maintain an even speed through the turn This maneuver will let the wheel on the inside of the turn slip slightly allow ing the ATV to make the turn properly WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Turning improperly WHAT CAN HAP...

Page 87: ...t 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 incor rect body movements or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may cause the ATV to tip If the ATV begins to tip over to the outside while negotiating a turn lean more to the inside It may also be nec e...

Page 88: ...to lose control It is important when climbing a hill to make sure that your weight is transferred for ward on the ATV This can be accom plished by leaning forward and on steeper inclines standing on the footboards and leaning forward over the handlebars WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating on excessively steep hills WHAT CAN HAPPEN The vehicle can overturn more easily on extremely steep hills than o...

Page 89: ...ed in this Own er s Manual Always check the terrain carefully be fore you start up any hill Never climb hills with excessively slip pery or loose surfaces Shift your weight forward Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes The ATV could flip over backwards Never go over the top of any hill at high speed An obstacle a sharp drop or another vehicle or person could be on the other ...

Page 90: ...EN Could cause loss of control or cause ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mastered the turning technique as described in the Owner s Manual on level ground Be very careful when turning on any hill Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible When crossing the side of a hill Always follow proper procedures as de scribed in...

Page 91: ...ould easily tip over back wards Instead dismount the ATV immedi ately on the uphill side WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Stalling rolling backwards or improper ly dismounting while climbing a hill WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could result in ATV overturning HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use proper gear and maintain steady speed when climbing a hill If you lose all forward speed Keep weight uphill Apply the brakes Lock park...

Page 92: ...7 29 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 al ...

Page 93: ...t downhill Avoid sharp angles which could allow the ATV to tip or roll over Carefully choose your path and ride no faster than you will be able to react to obstacles which may appear WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Going down a hill improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for going down hills as described in t...

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Page 95: ...s slightly uphill When riding on slopes be sure not to make sharp turns ei ther up or down hill If your ATV does begin to tip over gradual ly steer in the downhill direction if there are no obstacles in your path As you re gain proper balance gradually steer again in the direction you wish to travel WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause ...

Page 96: ... 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 ...

Page 97: ...e slowly and carefully WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV through deep or fast flowing water WHAT CAN HAPPEN Tires may float causing loss of traction and loss of control which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV in fast flowing water or in water deeper than that spec ified in your Owner s Manual Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping abilit...

Page 98: ...rifying that you have regained proper braking ability CAUTION After riding your ATV in water be sure to drain the trapped water by removing the check hose at the bottom of the air filter case Wash the ATV in fresh water if it has been operated in salt water or muddy con ditions 1 Check hose ...

Page 99: ...ing the ATV as loss of control and damage to the ATV may result WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly operating over obstacles WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or a colli sion Could cause the ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Before operating in a new area check for obstacles Never attempt to ride over large obsta cles such as large rocks or fallen trees When you go over obstacles a...

Page 100: ... the tendency for the front wheels to slide in loose or slippery condi tions positioning your weight over the front wheels will sometimes help If the rear wheels of your ATV start to slide sideways control can usually be regained if there is room to do so by steering in the direction of the slide Applying the brakes or accelerating is not recommended until you have corrected the slide ...

Page 101: ...es such as ice since all control may be lost WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Skidding or sliding improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN You may lose control of this ATV You may also regain traction unexpectedly which may cause the ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Learn to safely control skidding or slid ing by practicing at low speeds and on level smooth terrain On extremely slippery surfaces such as ice go s...

Page 102: ...n to regain bal ance If necessary gradually let off the throttle and or steer to the outside of the turn See pages 7 23 7 24 If your ATV starts to slide sideways Steer in the direction of the slide if you have the room Applying the brakes or accelerating is not recommended until you have cor rected the slide See pages 7 37 7 38 If your ATV can t make it up a hill you are trying to climb Turn the A...

Page 103: ... ATV is going to tip over dismount on the uphill side See pages 7 32 7 33 If your ATV encounters shallow water Ride slowly and carefully through slow moving water watching for obstacles Be sure to let water drain from the ATV and CHECK YOUR BRAKES FOR PROP ER OPERATION when you come out of the water Do not continue to ride your ATV until you have regained adequate braking ability See pages 7 34 7 ...

Page 104: ... recommended to put this owner s manual in the vinyl bag and always carry it under the seat as shown Put the owner s tool kit and low pressure tire gauge in the storage box 1 Owner s manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Servicing an engine while it is running WHAT CAN HAPPEN Moving parts can catch clothing or parts of the body causing injury Electrical components can cause shocks or can start fires HOW...

Page 105: ...a Yamaha deal er to check the torque settings and adjust them as necessary WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV with improper mod ifications WHAT CAN HAPPEN Improper installation of accessories or modification of this vehicle may cause changes in handling which in some situ ations could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never modify this ATV through improp er installation or use o...

Page 106: ...s Carburetor Check idle speed starter operation Adjust if necessary Cylinder head breather system Check breather hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary Exhaust system Check for leakage Retighten if necessary Replace gasket if necessary Spark arrester Clean Fuel line Check fuel hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary Engine oil Replace Warm engine before draining Engine oil filter Cl...

Page 107: ...n Check operation Correct if necessary Steering system Check operation Correct if damaged Check toe in Adjust if necessary Steering shaft Lubricate every 6 months Fittings and Fasteners Check all chassis fittings and fasteners Correct if necessary Battery Check specific gravity Check that the breather hose is working properly Correct if necessary ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL EVERY 1 month 3 months 6 month...

Page 108: ...least ten minutes until the oil level settles before checking 3 Remove the dipstick and wipe it off with a clean rag Insert the dipstick in the filler hole without screwing it in 4 Remove the dipstick and inspect the oil level 5 The oil level should be between the maximum and minimum marks If the level is low add oil to raise it to the proper level CAUTION Be sure no foreign material enters the cr...

Page 109: ...a container under the engine 4 Remove the dipstick and drain plug to drain the oil CAUTION When removing the drain plug the com pression spring oil strainer and O ring will fall out Take care not to lose these parts 1 Drain plug 2 O ring 3 Compression spring 4 Oil strainer 5 Remove the oil filter cover and oil filter 1 Oil filter cover 2 Oil filter 3 O ring ...

Page 110: ... to install the O ring compression spring and oil strainer 10 Fill the engine with oil and install the dipstick CAUTION Be sure no foreign material enters the crankcase 11 Warm up the engine for several min utes at idle speed Check for oil leak age while warming up Tightening torque Drain plug engine 43 Nm 4 3 m kg 31 ft lb Filter cover bolt 10 Nm 1 0 m kg 7 2 ft lb Recommended oil See page 5 7 Oi...

Page 111: ...it idling until oil begins to seep from the oil gallery If no oil comes out after one minute turn the engine off so it will not seize and find the cause 1 Oil gallery bolt 2 Cloth 4 Restart the engine and check the oil pressure 5 After checking tighten the oil gallery bolt to the specified torque CAUTION Be sure to inspect the oil pressure after re placing the engine oil Tightening torque Oil gall...

Page 112: ...of the hole If the level is low add oil to raise it to the proper level CAUTION Be sure no foreign material enters the final gear case 3 Install the oil filler bolt and tighten to the specified torque 1 Final gear oil 2 Correct oil level 3 Oil filler bolt Final gear oil replacement 1 Remove the final gear case cover Tightening torque Oil filler bolt 23 Nm 2 3 m kg 17 ft lb ...

Page 113: ...terial enters the final gear case 7 Install the filler bolt and tighten to the specified torque 8 Check for oil leakage If oil leakage is found check for the cause 9 Reinstall the final gear case cover Tightening torque Drain plug final gear case 23 Nm 2 3 m kg 17 ft lb Recommended oil SAE 80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil Oil quantity Periodic oil change 0 25 L 0 21 Imp qt 0 27 US qt Total amount 0 27 ...

Page 114: ...ttempt to diagnose such prob lems yourself Instead take the machine to a Yamaha dealer You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode If electrode erosion becomes excessive you should re place the spark plug with one of the proper type Before installing the spark plug measure the electrode gap with a feel...

Page 115: ...torque EBU00294 Air filter cleaning NOTE There is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter case If dust or water collects in this hose empty the hose and clean the air filter element and air filter case 1 Check hose 1 Remove the seat 2 Remove the air filter case cover 1 Air cleaner case cover Tightening torque Spark plug 17 5 Nm 1 75 m kg 12 5 ft lb ...

Page 116: ...m the air filter element 1 Air filter element 2 Foam cover 5 Tap the element lightly to remove most of the dust and dirt Blow out the remaining dirt with compressed air If the element is damaged replace it 6 Wash the foam cover gently but thor oughly in water or solvent ...

Page 117: ...ase for obstructions Check the air cleaner rubber joint to the carburetor and manifold fittings for an air tight seal Tighten all fittings securely to avoid the possibility of unfiltered air enter ing the engine CAUTION Never operate the engine with the air filter element removed This will allow unfil tered air to enter causing rapid engine wear and possible engine damage Addi tionally operation w...

Page 118: ...disturbed by someone without sufficient technical knowledge poor engine perfor mance and damage may result EBU00301 Idle speed adjustment NOTE A diagnostic tachometer must be used for this procedure 1 Start the engine and warm it up for a few minutes at approximately 1 000 to 2 000 r min Occasionally rev the en gine to 4 000 to 5 000 r min The en gine is warm when it quickly responds to the thrott...

Page 119: ... be adjusted regularly This adjustment however should be left to a professional Yamaha service technician EBU00307 Throttle lever adjustment NOTE Adjust the engine idling speed before ad justing the throttle lever free play 1 Loosen the locknut 2 Turn the adjusting bolt until the throt tle lever free play is 3 5 mm 0 12 0 20 in 3 Tighten the locknut 1 Adjusting bolt 2 Locknut a 3 5 mm 0 12 in 0 20...

Page 120: ...need to be removed to inspect the brake pads See page 8 26 for removal procedures EBU00313 Rear brake shoe inspection A wear indicator is provided on the rear brake This indicator allows checking of brake shoe wear without disassembling the brake Apply the rear brake and check the position of the indicator If the indicator reaches the wear limit line ask a Yamaha dealer to replace shoes as a set 1...

Page 121: ...gnated quality brake fluid Otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate causing leakage and poor brake performance 3 Refill with the same type of brake fluid Mixing fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction and lead to poor brake performance 4 Be careful that water does not enter the master cylinder when refilling Wa ter will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result i...

Page 122: ...ler replace the fol lowing components during periodic maintenance or when they are dam aged or leaking Replace all rubber seals every two years Replace all hoses every four years EBU00623 Front brake adjustment The front brake lever should have a free play of zero mm zero in at the lever end If not ask a Yamaha dealer to adjust it a Free play ...

Page 123: ... accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD After servicing Make sure the brakes operate smoothly and that the free play is cor rect 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 ...

Page 124: ...ke cable 1 Brake cable adjusting nut 2 Brake rod adjusting nut 2 Turn the adjusting nut on the brake rod until free play at the pedal is 20 30 mm 0 8 1 2 in a 20 30 mm 0 8 1 2 in Brake lever 1 Loosen the locknut and fully turn in the adjusting bolt on the handlebar 1 Locknut 2 Adjusting bolt ...

Page 125: ...ap of 0 1 mm 0 0 04 in between the cam shaft lever and pin 1 Brake cable adjusting nut a 0 1 mm 0 0 04 in 3 Turn the adjusting bolt until free play reaches 5 7 mm 0 2 0 3 in at the lever pivot 1 Locknut 2 Adjusting bolt a 5 7 mm 0 2 0 3 in 4 Tighten the locknut ...

Page 126: ...AZARD Operating with improperly serviced or adjusted brakes WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose braking ability which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD After servicing Make sure the brakes operate smoothly and that the free play is cor rect Make sure the brakes do not drag Replacement of brake components re quires professional knowledge These procedures should be performed by a Yamaha d...

Page 127: ...oth ly ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Damaged control cables WHAT CAN HAPPEN Corrosion can result when the outer covering of control cables becomes damaged Cables can also become frayed or kinked Operation of controls could be restricted which could cause an accident or injury HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Inspect cables frequently Replace dam aged cables Recommended lubric...

Page 128: ...8 25 EBU00717 Brake lever and brake pedal lubrication Lubricate the pivoting parts Recommended lubricant Lithium soap based grease all purpose grease ...

Page 129: ...n Lubricate the pivot points Use a grease gun EBU00373 Wheel removal 1 Elevate the wheel by placing a suitable stand under the frame 2 Remove the nuts from the wheel 3 Remove the wheel assembly Recommended lubricant Lithium soap base grease ...

Page 130: ...E The arrow mark on the tire must point toward the rotating direction of the wheel 1 Arrow mark 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 1 Tapered nut Wheel nut torque Front 55 Nm 5 5 m kg 40 ft lb Rear 55 Nm 5 5 m kg 40 ft lb ...

Page 131: ...w CAUTION Do not leave or store the battery on its side When inspecting the battery be sure the breather hose is routed correctly If it touches the frame or exists in such a way as to cause battery electrolyte or gas to exit onto the frame structural and cos metic damage to the machine can occur 1 Battery 2 Battery breather hose 3 Clamp 3 ...

Page 132: ...ith skin eyes or cloth ing Always shield eyes when working near batteries Keep out of reach of chil dren Antidote EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of wa ter or milk Follow with milk of magne sia beaten egg or vegetable oil Get prompt medical attention EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Keep batteries away from sparks flames cig arettes or...

Page 133: ...cket and remove the battery CAUTION Normal tap water contains minerals which are harmful to a battery Therefore refill only with distilled water 5 When the machine is not to be used for a month or longer remove the bat tery and store it in a cool dark place Completely recharge the battery be fore reusing 6 If the battery is to be stored for a long er period than the above check the specific gravit...

Page 134: ...sult a Yamaha dealer 1 Main fuse 2 Spare fuse CAUTION To prevent accidental short circuiting turn off the main switch when checking or replacing a fuse Specified fuse 20 A WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Using an improper fuse WHAT CAN HAPPEN An improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system which could lead to a fire HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always use a fuse of the specified rat ing Never use a...

Page 135: ...dlight bulb If the headlight bulb burns out replace the bulb as follows 1 Remove the headlight cover 1 Headlight cover 2 Remove the cover and turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove the defective bulb 1 Cover 2 1 Bulb holder ...

Page 136: ... make this adjustment 1 Vertical adjustment To raise the beam turn the adjusting screw clockwise To lower the beam turn the screw counterclockwise 1 Adjusting screw 2 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD The headlight bulb is hot when it is on and immediately after it is turned off WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can be burned or a fire could start if the bulb touches something flammable HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Wait for ...

Page 137: ...ow the exhaust pipe to cool 4 Install the purging bolt and tighten it WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly purging the exhaust system Hot exhaust system WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could injure the eyes Could cause burns Could cause carbon monoxide poison ing possibly leading to death Could start a fire HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When cleaning the spark arrester Always let the exhaust system cool pri or to touchi...

Page 138: ...r ship have the tools experience and know how to properly service your machine Use only genuine Yamaha parts on your ma chine Imitation parts may look like Yamaha parts but they are often inferior Consequently they have a shorter service life and can lead to expensive repair bills WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Checking the fuel system while smok ing or near an open flame WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fuel can ignite...

Page 139: ...e is compression There is compression Compression normal No compression Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect 3 Ignition Remove plug and check electrode Wet Wipe clean with dry cloth Dry Attach plug cap and ground to chassis Use the electric starter Spark good Ignition system normal Spark weak Adjust plug gap or replace plug No spark Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect 4 Battery Use electric starter Engine tu...

Page 140: ...greaser to the wheel axles 3 Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose Use only enough pres sure to do the job CAUTION Excessive water pressure may cause wa ter seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings brakes transmission seals and electrical devices Many expensive repair bills have resulted from improper high pressure detergent applications such as those available in coin operated ca...

Page 141: ... Many contain abrasives which may mar the paint or protective finish When finished start the engine and let it idle for several minutes WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operation with wet brakes after wash ing WHAT CAN HAPPEN Wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability increasing the chance of an acci dent HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Test the brakes after washing Apply the brakes several times at slow speeds...

Page 142: ...tead 2 Remove the spark plug pour about one tablespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil in the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark plug Ground the spark plug wire and turn the en gine over several times to coat the cyl inder wall with oil 3 Lubricate all control cables 4 Block up the frame to raise all wheels off the ground 5 Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe outlet to prevent moisture fr...

Page 143: ...nd charge it Store it in a dry place and recharge it once a month Do not store the battery in an excessively 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 144: ...m 39 5 in 1 118 mm 44 0 in 780 mm 30 7 in 1 170 mm 46 0 in 150 mm 5 9 in 2 900 mm 114 in Basic weight With oil and full fuel tank 212 kg 467 lb Engine Type Cylinder arrangement Displacement Bore Stroke Compression ration Starting system Lubrication system Air cooled 4 stroke SOHC Single cylinder forward inclined 229 6 cm3 71 58 mm 2 79 2 28 in 8 7 1 Electric starter and recoil starter Wet sump ...

Page 145: ...e Quantity Total amount SAE80 API GL 4 Hypoid gear oil 0 27 L 0 23 Imp qt 0 29 US qt Air filter Dry type element Fuel Type Tank capacity Reserve amount UNLEADED FUEL 12 L 2 64 Imp gal 3 17 US gal 1 6 L 0 35 Imp gal 0 42 US gal Carburetor Type quantity Manufacturer BST34 1 MIKUNI Spark plug Type Manufacturer Gap DR7EA NGK 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in MODEL YFM250X 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 1010 10...

Page 146: ...tion Spur gear 73 22 3 318 Shaft drive 19 18 46 11 4 414 Constant mesh 5 speed forward 1 speed reverse Left foot operation Gear ratio 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Reverse 34 12 2 833 34 19 1 789 29 22 1 318 26 25 1 040 23 28 0 821 73 22 34 12 19 18 9 924 Chassis Frame type Caster angle Trail Steel tube 4 20 mm 0 78 in Tire Type Size Front Size Rear Tubeless AT22 7 10 AT22 10 10 MODEL YFM250X ...

Page 147: ...Shock absorber Front Rear Coil spring Oil damper Coil spring Oil damper Wheel travel Front Rear 125 mm 4 9 in 135 mm 5 3 in Electrical Ignition system Generator system Battery type voltage capacity DC C D I AC magneto YB14A A2 12V 14AH Headlight type Bulb Bulb voltage wattage quantity Headlight Taillight Indicator light Neutral Reverse 12V 25W 25W 2 12V 7 5W 1 12V 1 7W 1 12V 1 7W 1 MODEL YFM250X ...

Page 148: ... 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 ren dered inoperative by any person AMONG THOSE ACTS PRESUMED TO CONSTITUTE TAMPERING ARE THE ACTS LIST ED BELOW These acts include tampering with the following systems i e modification rem...

Page 149: ...chart below is printed only as a reminder to you that the maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work ACL 02E MAINTENANCE INTERVAL DATE OF SERVICE MILEAGE SERVICING DEALER NAME AND ADDRESS REMARKS 1 Month 3 Months 6 Months 12 Months 18 Months 24 Months 30 Months 36 Months 42 Months 48 Months 54 Months 60 Months 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 9 120 11 12 1212 1212 ...

Page 150: ...13 1 EBU00432 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A ATV LIMITED WARRANTY ...

Page 151: ...13 2 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 130 1313 1313 13 1313 ...

Page 152: ...E 14 1 EBU00435 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S ...

Page 153: ...14 2 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 140 1414 1414 1414 14 ...

Page 154: ...E 14 3 EBU00436 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death ...

Page 155: ...E 14 5 EBU00438 ...

Page 156: ...DRUGS OR ALCOHOL ALWAYS USE AN APPROVED HELMET AND PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER USE ON PUBLIC ROADS NEVER CARRY PASSENGERS NEVER operate without proper training or instruction at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions on public roads a collision can occur with another vehicle with a passenger passengers affect balance and steering and increase risk of losing control LOCATE AND READ OWNER S MAN...

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