Yamaha XT225R, Owner'S Manual

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Removing and installing the cowling and
panels ...........................................................6-7
Checking the spark plug ..................................6-8
Canister (for California only) ..........................6-10
Engine oil and oil filter element .....................6-10
Cleaning the air filter element ........................6-14
Cleaning the spark arrester ...........................6-16
Adjusting the carburetor ................................6-17
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .............6-17
Adjusting the valve clearance .......................6-17
Tires ..............................................................6-18
Spoke wheels ................................................6-20
Accessories and replacement parts ..............6-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ................6-21
Adjusting the brake lever free play ................6-22
Adjusting the brake pedal position and
free play .....................................................6-23
Adjusting the rear brake light switch ..............6-24
Checking the front brake pads and rear
brake shoes ................................................6-25
Checking the brake fluid level .......................6-26
Changing the brake fluid ...............................6-27
Drive chain slack ...........................................6-27
Lubricating the drive chain ............................6-29
Checking and lubricating the cables .............6-29
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip
and cable ....................................................6-30
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals .................................................6-30
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers ...............................................6-31
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ........6-31
Lubricating the rear suspension ....................6-31
Checking the front fork ..................................6-32
Checking the steering ....................................6-32
Checking the wheel bearings ........................6-33
Battery ...........................................................6-33
Replacing the fuse ........................................6-35
Replacing the headlight bulb .........................6-36
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ..................6-38
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb .................6-38
Supporting the motorcycle .............................6-39
Front wheel ....................................................6-40
Rear wheel ....................................................6-42
Troubleshooting .............................................6-44
Troubleshooting chart ....................................6-45
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ............7-1
Care .................................................................7-1
Storage ............................................................7-4
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................8-1
Specifications ..................................................8-1
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