TROUBLESHOOTING
8-3
Clutch drags
1. Clutch
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Unevenly tensioned clutch springs
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Warped pressure plate
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Bent clutch plate
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Swollen friction plate
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Bent clutch push rod
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Broken clutch boss
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Burnt primary driven gear bushing
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Match marks not aligned
2. Engine oil
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Incorrect oil level
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Incorrect oil viscosity (high)
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Deteriorated oil
EAS28590
OVERHEATING
Engine
1. Cylinder head(s) and piston(s)
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Heavy carbon buildup
2. Engine oil
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Incorrect oil level
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Incorrect oil viscosity
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Inferior oil quality
Fuel system
1. Carburetor(s)
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Incorrect main jet setting
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Incorrect fuel level
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Damaged or loose carburetor joint
2. Air filter
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Clogged air filter element
Chassis
1. Brake(s)
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Dragging brake
Electrical system
1. Spark plug(s)
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Incorrect spark plug gap
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Incorrect spark plug heat range
2. Ignition system
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Faulty ignitor unit
EAS28620
POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE
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Worn brake pad
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Worn brake disc
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Air in hydraulic brake system
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Leaking brake fluid
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Faulty brake caliper kit
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Faulty brake caliper seal
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Loose union bolt
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Damaged brake hose
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Oil or grease on the brake disc
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Oil or grease on the brake pad
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Incorrect brake fluid level
EAS28660
FAULTY FRONT FORK LEGS
Leaking oil
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Bent, damaged or rusty inner tube
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Cracked or damaged outer tube
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Improperly installed oil seal
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Damaged oil seal lip
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Incorrect oil level (high)
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Loose damper rod assembly bolt
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Damaged damper rod assembly bolt copper
washer
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Cracked or damaged cap bolt O-ring
Malfunction
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Bent or damaged inner tube
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Bent or damaged outer tube
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Damaged fork spring
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Worn or damaged outer tube bushing
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Bent or damaged damper rod
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Incorrect oil viscosity
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Incorrect oil level
EAS28670
UNSTABLE HANDLING
1. Handlebar
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Bent or improperly installed handlebar
2. Steering head components
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Improperly installed upper bracket
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Improperly installed lower bracket
(improperly tightened ring nut)
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Bent steering stem
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Damaged ball bearing or bearing race
3. Front fork leg(s)
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Uneven oil levels (both front fork legs)
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Unevenly tensioned fork spring (both front
fork legs)
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Broken fork spring
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Bent or damaged inner tube
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Bent or damaged outer tube
4. Swingarm
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Worn bearing or bushing
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Bent or damaged swingarm
5. Rear shock absorber assembly(-ies)
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Faulty rear shock absorber spring
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Leaking oil or gas
6. Tire(s)
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Uneven tire pressures (front and rear)
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Incorrect tire pressure
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Uneven tire wear
Summary of Contents for XG250
Page 1: ...SERVICE MANUAL XG250 4D6 28197 E0 ...
Page 39: ...LUBRICATION SYSTEM CHART AND DIAGRAMS 2 23 LUBRICATION DIAGRAMS ...
Page 41: ...CABLE ROUTING 2 25 CABLE ROUTING ...
Page 43: ...CABLE ROUTING 2 27 ...
Page 45: ...CABLE ROUTING 2 29 ...
Page 47: ...CABLE ROUTING 2 31 ...
Page 49: ...CABLE ROUTING 2 33 ...
Page 217: ...CARBURETOR 6 8 ...
Page 218: ...AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM 6 9 EAS27040 AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM ...
Page 222: ...AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM 6 13 ...
Page 237: ...CHARGING SYSTEM 7 14 ...
Page 241: ...LIGHTING SYSTEM 7 18 ...
Page 247: ...SIGNALING SYSTEM 7 24 ...
Page 251: ...CARBURETOR HEATING SYSTEM 7 28 ...
Page 252: ...ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 7 29 EAS27970 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 9 ...