Yamaha XG250, Service Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
3-2
EAU18680
NOTE:
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Air filter
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This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be
cleaned with compressed air to avoid damaging it.
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The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty
areas.
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Hydraulic brake service
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Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
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Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and
change the brake fluid.
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Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
14 * Steering bearings
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Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
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Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50000 km
15 * Chassis fasteners
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Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are
properly tightened.
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16 Sidestand
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Check operation.
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Lubricate.
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17 * Sidestand switch
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Check operation.
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18 * Front fork
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Check operation and for oil leakage.
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19 *
Shock absorber
assembly
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Check operation and shock absorber for oil leak-
age.
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20 *
Rear suspension
relay arm and con-
necting arm pivot-
ing points
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Check operation.
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Lubricate with molybdenum disulfide grease.
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21 * Carburetor
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Check starter (choke) operation.
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Adjust engine idling speed.
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22 Engine oil
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Change.
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Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
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23
Engine oil filter
element
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Replace.
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24 *
Front and rear
brake switches
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Check operation.
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25
Moving parts and
cables
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Lubricate.
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26 *
Throttle grip hous-
ing and cable
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Check operation and free play.
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Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.
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Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.
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27 *
Lights, signals and
switches
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Check operation.
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Adjust headlight beam.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING (
×
1000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10 20 30 40