Yamaha 2009 WR250R User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
32D-28199-22
WR250RY
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.

Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the WR250RY, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the
design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your WR250RY. The Owner’s Manual
does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and
others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this
manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert 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 result in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICE
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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WR250RY
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2008 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, October 2008
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT
LABELS ..............................................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ...................2-1
DESCRIPTION ...................................3-1
Left view ...........................................3-1
Right view .........................................3-2
Controls and instruments..................3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ........................................4-1
Main switch/steering lock .................4-1
Indicator and warning lights .............4-2
Multi-function display .......................4-3
Handlebar switches .........................4-8
Clutch lever ......................................4-9
Shift pedal ......................................4-10
Brake lever ....................................4-10
Brake pedal ...................................4-10
Fuel tank cap .................................4-11
Fuel ................................................4-11
Catalytic converter .........................4-13
Seat ...............................................4-13
Helmet holder ................................4-14
Adjusting the front fork ...................4-14
Front fork bleeding .........................4-16
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ....................................4-17
EXUP system ................................4-18
Sidestand .......................................4-19
Ignition circuit cut-off system ......... 4-19
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .............. 5-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS .................................. 6-1
Starting the engine .......................... 6-1
Shifting ............................................ 6-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ................................ 6-3
Engine break-in ............................... 6-3
Parking ............................................ 6-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT .................................... 7-1
Owner’s tool kit ................................ 7-1
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system .............. 7-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 7-3
Removing and installing panels ...... 7-7
Checking the spark plug .................. 7-9
Engine oil and oil filter element ..... 7-10
Coolant .......................................... 7-13
Cleaning the air filter element
and check hose .......................... 7-16
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ......................................... 7-18
Checking the throttle cable free
play ............................................ 7-18
Valve clearance ............................ 7-19
Tires .............................................. 7-19
Spoke wheels ............................... 7-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 7-21
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ............................................ 7-22
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ......................................... 7-23
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................. 7-23
Checking the brake fluid level ....... 7-24
Changing the brake fluid ............... 7-25
Drive chain slack ........................... 7-25
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................. 7-26
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 7-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ................ 7-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers .............. 7-28
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal ................................ 7-28
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand ................................... 7-29
Lubricating the rear suspension .... 7-29
Checking the front fork .................. 7-29
Checking the steering ................... 7-30
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 7-31
Battery ........................................... 7-31

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Replacing the fuses .......................7-32
Replacing the headlight bulb .........7-33
Tail/brake light ...............................7-34
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ............................................7-35
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ............................................7-35
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ....7-36
Supporting the motorcycle .............7-36
Front wheel ....................................7-37
Rear wheel ....................................7-38
Troubleshooting .............................7-39
Troubleshooting charts ..................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
Motorcycle noise regulation
(for Australia) ..............................10-2

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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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Read and understand all 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 comes off, a replacement label
is available from your Yamaha dealer.
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Before you operate this vehicle, read the owner’s manual.
5PA-21568-01
Prima di usare il veicolo, leggete il manuale di istruzioni.
Lire le manuel du propri étaire avant d ’utiliser ce v éhicule.
Lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung bevor Sie dieses Fahrzeug fahren.
Antes de conducir este vehículo, lea el Manual del Propietario.
32D-21668-01
Cold tire normal pressure should be set
as follows.
Up to 90 kg (198 lbs) load
: 125 },kPa, {1.25 kgf/cm2 18 psi
:175 kPa, {1.75
kgf/cm2
}, 25 psi
90 kg ( 198 lbs )
: 150 },kPa, {1.50 kgf/cm2 22 psi
:200 kPa, {2.00
kgf/cm2
}, 29 psi
~
maximum load
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