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OWNER’S MANUAL
XT250R
B1U-28199-75
B1U-9-75_Hyoshi.indd 1
2023/03/08 14:55:50
Page 1: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle OWNER S MANUAL XT250R B1U 28199 75 B1U 9 75_Hyoshi indd 1 2023 03 08 14 55 50...
Page 2: ...EAU46094 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold B1U 9 75_Hyoshi indd 2 2023 03 08 14 55 50...
Page 3: ...maintain these high standards it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual Yama...
Page 4: ...ert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could res...
Page 5: ...250R OWNER S MANUAL 2024 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st edition April 2023 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibi...
Page 6: ...oil and oil filter element 7 13 Why Yamalube 7 15 Replacing the air filter element and cleaning the check hose 7 15 Cleaning the spark arrester 7 17 Checking the engine idling speed 7 17 Checking the...
Page 7: ...shooting 7 40 Troubleshooting chart 7 41 Motorcycle care and storage 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 3 Specifications 9 1 Consumer information 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Maintenan...
Page 8: ...ll of the labels on your vehicle They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or come...
Page 9: ...kPa 1 75 kgf cm2 25 psi La pression des pneus froid doit normalement tre r gl e comme suit Jusqu a 90 kg 198Ib AVANT 125 kPa 1 25 kgf cm2 18 psi ARRIERE 150 kPa 1 50 kgf cm2 22 psi Entre 90 kg 198 Ib...
Page 10: ...Location of important labels 1 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 B1U 9 75 E0 book 3...
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Page 12: ...vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 5 1 for a list of pre operation checks This motorcycle is designed to car ry the operator and a passenger The fa...
Page 13: ...ost critical factor in the preven tion or reduction of head injuries Always wear an approved helmet Wear a face shield or goggles Wind in your unprotected eyes could contribute to an impairment of vis...
Page 14: ...of the vehicle as possible and make sure to distrib ute the weight as evenly as possi ble on both sides of the motorcycle to minimize imbalance or instabili ty Shifting weights can create a sud den im...
Page 15: ...e handlebar or front fork area they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a minimum Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of the motorcycle due to aerody nam...
Page 16: ...ble straps that are attached to solid parts of the motorcycle such as the frame or upper front fork triple clamp and not for example to rubber mount ed handlebars or turn signals or parts that could b...
Page 17: ...12 Description EAU10411 Left view 1 2 4 3 5 6 1 Headlight page 7 34 2 Fuel tank cap page 4 7 3 Air filter element page 7 15 4 Helmet holder page 4 10 5 Shift pedal page 4 6 6 Engine oil drain bolt pa...
Page 18: ...Spark arrester page 7 17 2 Fuses page 7 33 3 Battery page 7 31 4 Tool kit page 7 2 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 24 6 Engine oil level check window page 7 13 7 Engine oil filler bolt page 7 13...
Page 19: ...1 2 6 8 3 5 7 4 1 Clutch lever page 4 6 2 Left handlebar switches page 4 5 3 Indicator lights page 4 2 4 Main switch steering lock page 4 1 5 Multi function display page 4 3 6 Right handlebar switches...
Page 20: ...adlight comes on automati cally when the engine is started EAU10662 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10062 Never turn the key to OFF or LOCK while the vehicle is mo...
Page 21: ...t comes on when the fuel level drops below approximately 1 8 L 0 48 US gal 0 40 Imp gal When this occurs refuel as soon as possible TIP When the vehicle is turned on the light should come on for a few...
Page 22: ...etting changes to the multi function display Changing settings while riding can distract the operator and increase the risk of an accident Speedometer The speedometer shows the riding speed Odometer a...
Page 23: ...tripmeter TRIP top or switches the display between the fuel reserve tripmeter F TRIP tripmeter TRIP botttom and the odometer ODO in the following order F TRIP TRIP bottom ODO F TRIP To reset a tripme...
Page 24: ...o for the high beam and to for the low beam EAU12461 Turn signal switch To signal a right hand turn push this switch to To signal a left hand turn push this switch to When re leased the switch returns...
Page 25: ...rd to the han dlebar Release the lever to engage the clutch and transmit power to the rear wheel TIP The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth shifting See page 6 3 EAU12876 Sh...
Page 26: ...ess down on the brake pedal EAUM1794 Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap 1 Open the fuel tank cap lock cover 2 Insert the key into the lock and turn it 1 4 turn clockwise The lock will be releas...
Page 27: ...ever refuel while smoking or while in the vi cinity of sparks open flames or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dryers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank Stop...
Page 28: ...asohol containing ethanol can be used if the ethanol con tent does not exceed 10 E10 Gas ohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yamaha because it can cause damage to the fuel system or vehicle...
Page 29: ...djusting the shock absorber assembly This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust ing ring TIP A special wrench is required to make this adjustment See you Yamaha deal er NOTI...
Page 30: ...y Do not subject the shock ab sorber assembly to an open flame or other high heat source This may cause the unit to ex plode due to excessive gas pressure Do not deform or damage the cylinder in any w...
Page 31: ...tion of the ignition circuit cut off sys tem WARNING EWA10242 The vehicle must not be ridden with the sidestand down or if the sides tand cannot be properly moved up or does not stay up otherwise the...
Page 32: ...he clutch lever is pulled and the sidestand is up Also it will stop the running engine should the sides tand be lowered while the transmission is in gear Periodically check the system via the followin...
Page 33: ...ine stall After the engine has stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Pull the clutch lever 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden YES NO YES NO YES...
Page 34: ...ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage 4 8 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check...
Page 35: ...Check for damage Check tire condition and tread depth Check air pressure Correct if necessary 7 18 7 20 Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate pedal pivoting points if nec...
Page 36: ...d new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1600 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full...
Page 37: ...vehi cle if a warning light remains on Have a Yamaha dealer check the ve hicle 3 Shift the transmission into the neu tral position 4 Start the engine by pushing the start switch 5 Release the start sw...
Page 38: ...not designed to withstand the shock of forced shifting EAU16682 To start out and accelerate 1 Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch 2 Shift the transmission into first gear The neutral indica...
Page 39: ...move the key from the main switch WARNING EWA10312 Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned Do...
Page 40: ...123 Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or...
Page 41: ...ols provided in the tool kit are intended to assist you in the perfor mance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs However a torque wrench and other tools are necessary to perform certain mainten...
Page 42: ...month 6000 km 4000 mi or 6 months 11000 km 7000 mi or 12 months 16000 km 10000 mi or 18 months 21000 km 13000 mi or 24 months 26000 km 16000 mi or 30 months 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or...
Page 43: ...ary 8 Air induction system Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Replace any damaged parts No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 1000 km 600 mi or 1 month 6000 km 4000 mi or 6...
Page 44: ...operation Adjust or replace cable 3 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 4 Rear brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace...
Page 45: ...13 Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fasteners Correct if necessary 14 Brake lever pivot shaft Apply silicone grease lightly 15 Brake pedal pivot shaft Apply lithium soap based grease li...
Page 46: ...ace 25 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 26 Control cables Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly 27 Throttle grip Check operation Check throttle grip fr...
Page 47: ...will only damage it Replace the air filter more frequently if you often ride in the rain or dusty conditions Hydraulic brake service Regularly check the brake fluid levels Replenish as necessary Every...
Page 48: ...r a panel needs to be re moved and installed EAU44842 Cowling A To remove the cowling 1 Remove the bolts 2 Unhook both projections at the bottom of the cowling by pulling it downward and then pull the...
Page 49: ...shown To install a panel Place the collar and panel in their origi nal position and then install the screw Panel C To remove the panel 1 Remove the seat See page 4 9 2 Remove the bolt and washer and t...
Page 50: ...heck Since heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly erode the spark plug should be removed and checked in accordance with the periodic mainte nance and lubrication chart In addition the c...
Page 51: ...plug gap with a wire thickness gauge and if nec essary adjust the gap to specifica tion To install the spark plug 1 Clean the surface of the spark plug gasket and its mating surface and then wipe off...
Page 52: ...ntil the oil lev el settles and with the vehicle on a level surface hold it upright for an accurate reading 3 Look at the check window located at the bottom right side of the crankcase TIP The engine...
Page 53: ...ling the bolts and then tight en to the specified torque 7 Install the engine oil drain bolt with a new gasket and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque 8 Pour the specified amount of the reco...
Page 54: ...velop the engine together with the oil it will use Yamalube oils take full advantage of the base oil s qualities and blend in the ideal balance of additives to make sure the final oil clears our perfo...
Page 55: ...filter element in stalled otherwise the piston s and or cylinder s may become excessively worn ECA10482 5 Install the air filter case cover by in stalling the screws 6 Install the seat To clean the ai...
Page 56: ...moving the screw and then pulling it out of the muffler 2 Tap the tailpipe lightly and then use a wire brush to remove any carbon deposits from the spark ar rester portion of the tailpipe and in side...
Page 57: ...be performed when the engine is cold EAU64191 Tires Tires are the only contact between the vehicle and the road Safety in all con ditions of riding depends on a relatively small area of road contact T...
Page 58: ...d brake related parts includ ing the tires should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary professional knowl edge and experience It is not recommended to patch a punctured tube If unavoid abl...
Page 59: ...safe operation of the vehicle note the following points Check each wheel for cracks de formation and other damage If any damage is found have the wheel inspected by your Yamaha dealer Do not attempt t...
Page 60: ...in di rection a to loosen the clutch ca ble 5 Slide the rubber cover back at the clutch cable 6 Loosen the locknut further down the clutch cable 7 To increase the clutch lever free play turn the clutc...
Page 61: ...hydraulic system If there is air in the hy draulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the motorcycle Air in the hydraulic system will dimin ish the braking performance whic...
Page 62: ...assemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the wear indicator groove If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator groove has almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace...
Page 63: ...If the brake fluid level goes down suddenly have a Yamaha dealer check the cause before further rid ing WARNING EWA15991 Improper maintenance can result in loss of braking ability Observe these preca...
Page 64: ...ack 1 Place the motorcycle on the sides tand TIP When checking and adjusting the drive chain slack there should be no weight on the motorcycle 2 Shift the transmission into the neu tral position 3 Mea...
Page 65: ...e chain must be cleaned and lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart otherwise it will quickly wear out especially when riding in dusty or wet areas Ser...
Page 66: ...e damaged cables as soon as possi ble to prevent unsafe condi tions EWA10712 EAU23115 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before e...
Page 67: ...checked before each ride and the pedal pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Brake pedal Shift pedal EAU23144 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and cl...
Page 68: ...e a Yamaha dealer check or repair it Otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator re sulting in a possible loss of control EAU85250 Lubricating the rear suspension The pi...
Page 69: ...To check the condition Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level sur face and hold it in an upright posi tion WARNING...
Page 70: ...air the steering EAU23292 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart If there is play i...
Page 71: ...arge more quickly if the vehicle is equipped with optional electrical accessories NOTICE ECA16522 To charge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery a special con stant voltage battery charger is re q...
Page 72: ...erage rating than recommended to avoid causing extensive dam age to the electrical system and possibly a fire EWA15132 3 Turn the main switch on and turn on the electrical circuit in question to check...
Page 73: ...ing a cloth moistened with al cohol or thinner Do not use a headlight bulb of a wattage higher than specified Do not affix any type of tinted film or stickers to the headlight lens 1 Remove cowling A...
Page 74: ...dlight beam if necessary EAU70550 Replacing the brake tail light bulb 1 Remove the brake tail light lens by removing the screws 2 Remove the burnt out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter cloc...
Page 75: ...nd rear wheel or performing other maintenance requiring the motorcycle to stand up right Check that the motorcycle is in a stable and level position before starting any maintenance A strong wooden box...
Page 76: ...l axle out 5 Remove the washer spacers and the wheel NOTICE Do not apply the brake after the wheel and brake disc have been removed otherwise the brake pads will be forced shut ECA11073 To install the...
Page 77: ...36 3 Turn the drive chain adjusting plate on each side of the swingarm fully in direction a 4 Push the wheel forward and then remove the drive chain from the rear sprocket TIP The drive chain does not...
Page 78: ...ke sure that the drive chain ad justing plates are installed with the punched sides facing to the out side and that the retainer on the swingarm is inserted into the slot in the brake caliper bracket...
Page 79: ...er should your motorcycle require any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Y...
Page 80: ...mpression Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug s Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Have a Y...
Page 81: ...snowfall areas may be sprayed with salt as a de icing method This salt can stay on the roads well into spring so be sure to wash the underside and chassis parts after riding in such areas Genuine Yama...
Page 82: ...operties ECA26301 3 For windshield equipped vehicles Clean the windshield with a soft towel or sponge dampened with water and a pH neutral detergent If necessary use a high quality windshield cleaner...
Page 83: ...es or tires If necessary wash the tires with warm water and a mild deter gent If necessary clean the brake discs and pads with brake cleaner or acetone Before riding at higher speeds test the vehicle...
Page 84: ...plug on the cylinder head so that the electrodes are grounded This will limit spark ing during the next step d Turn the engine over several times with the starter or kick starter This will coat the c...
Page 85: ...ecommended engine oil grade API service SG type or higher JASO stan dard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 1 20 L 1 27 US qt 1 06 Imp qt With oil filter removal 1 30 L 1 37 US qt 1 14 Imp qt Fuel Reco...
Page 86: ...raulic single disc brake Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Rear suspension Type Swingarm link suspension Electrical system System voltage 12 V Battery Model YTZ7S Voltage capacity 12 V 6 0 Ah 10 H...
Page 87: ...ealer VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUM BER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER EAU26401 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the...
Page 88: ...y identification number is stamped into the key tag Record this number in the space provided and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU48062 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The V...
Page 89: ...low is printed only as a reminder that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remark...
Page 90: ...r a recall and remedy campaign However Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual problems between you your deal er or Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd Canada To contact Transport Canada you may cal...
Page 91: ...uch transfer of ownership This transfer MUST be done by contacting the DEALER who will forward the following information to YAMAHA Section B Subsequent Owner The MOTORCYCLE has been fully assembled an...
Page 92: ...no event shall YAMAHA be liable for special incidental or consequential damages howsoever caused whether by negligence or otherwise resulting directly or indirectly from the use of the MOTORCYCLE or...
Page 93: ...met holder 4 10 High beam indicator light 4 2 Horn switch 4 5 I Identification numbers 10 1 Ignition circuit cut off system 4 13 Indicator lights and warning lights 4 2 K Key identification number 10...
Page 94: ...7 8 9 10 11 12 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 10 2 Vehicle identification number 10 1 W Warranty 10 5 Wheel bearings checking 7 31 Wheel front 7 37 Wheel rear 7 38 Wheels 7 20 Y Yamalube 7...
Page 95: ...ight and perform right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know t...
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