2001 YAMAHA WR 250F warning

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a
Yamaha WR series. This model is the culmina-
tion of Yamaha’s vast experience in the pro-
duction of pacesetting racing machines. It
represents the highest grade of craftsmanship
and reliability that have made Yamaha a
leader.
This manual explains operation, inspection,
basic maintenance and tuning of your
machine. If you have any questions about this
manual or your machine, please contact your
Yamaha dealer.
NOTE:

As improvements are made on this model,
some data in this manual may become out-
dated. If you have any questions, please con-
sult your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING
THIS MACHINE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNTIL YOU
HAVE ATTAINED A SATISFACTORY
KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND
OPERATING FEATURES AND UNTIL YOU
HAVE BEEN TRAINED IN SAFE AND
PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES. REGULAR
INSPECTIONS AND CAREFUL MAINTE-
NANCE, ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING
SKILLS, WILL ENSURE THAT YOU SAFETY
ENJOY THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELI-
ABILITY OF THIS MACHINE.

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HOW TO USE
THIS MANUAL
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PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could
result in severe injury or death to the machine
operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting
or repairing the machine.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that
must be taken to avoid damage to the
machine.
NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to make pro-
cedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
CAUTION:

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FINDING THE REQUIRED PAGE
1. This manual consists of seven chapters;
“General information”, “Specifications”,
“Regular inspection and adjustments”,
“Engine”, “Chassis”, “Electrical” and
“Tuning”.
2. The table of contents is at the beginning
of the manual. Look over the general lay-
out of the book before finding then
required chapter and item.
Bend the book at its edge, as shown, to
find the required fore edge symbol mark
and go to a page for required item and
description.

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GEN
INFO
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
WARNING
Never start or run the engine in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poisonous;
they can cause loss of consciousness and
death in a very short time. Always operate
the machine in a well-ventilated area.
CAUTION:
lThe carburetor on this motorcycle has a
built-in accelerator pump. Therefore,
when starting the engine, do not operate
the throttle or the spark plug will foul.
lUnlike a two-stroke engine, this engine
cannot be kick started when the throttle is
open because the kick starter may kick
back. Also, if the throttle is open the air/
fuel mixture may be too lean for the
engine to start.
lNever use the decompression lever after
the engine is started. The engine may be
damaged if you use the decompression
lever while it is running.
lBefore starting the machine, perform the
checks in the pre-operation check list.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
1. Inspect the coolant level.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
3. Shift the transmission into neutral.
4. Fully open the cold starter knob.
5. Without pulling in the decompression
lever, slowly depress the kickstarter
crank until the compression stroke is
found. When considerable resistance of
the kickstarter crank is felt, the engine is
on the compression stroke. If the engine
is on the exhaust stroke, resistance will
only be felt when the kickstarter crank is
initially depressed, not through the entire
range of depression (as when the engine
is on the compression stroke); therefore,
depress the kickstarter crank a few more
times.

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GEN
INFO
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
6. Pull the decompression lever to the han-
dlebar and depress the kickstarter crank
10 ~ 20˚.
7. Release the decompression lever and
return the kickstarter crank to its original
position and then kick the kickstarter
crank.
WARNING
Do not open the throttle while kicking the
kickstarter crank. Otherwise, the kick
starter may kick back.
8. Return the cold starter knob to its original
position and run the engine at 3,000 ~
5,000 r/min for 1 or 2 minutes.
NOTE:
Since this model is equipped with an accelera-
tor pump, if the engine is raced (the throttle
opened and closed), the air/fuel mixture will be
too rich and the engine may stall. Also unlike a
two-stroke engine, this model can idle.
CAUTION:
Do not warm up the engine for extended
periods of time.

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ENGINE
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COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION
WARNING
Do not remove the radiator cap 1, drain
bolt and hoses when the engine and radia-
tor are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam
may be blown out under pressure, which
could cause serious injury.
When the engine has cooled, place a thick
towel over the radiator cap, slowly rotate
the cap counterclockwise to the detent.
This procedure allows any residual pres-
sure to escape. When the hissing sound
has stopped, press down on the cap while
turning counterclockwise and remove it.
CAUTION:
Hard water or salt water is harmful to the
engine parts. You may use distilled water, if
you can’t get soft water.
1. Place the machine on a level place, and
hold it in an upright position.
2. Inspect:
lCoolant level
Coolant level should be between the
maximum a and minimum b marks.
Coolant level is below the “LOW” level
line ® Add soft water (tap water) up to
the proper level.
3. Start the engine and let it warm up for
several minutes.
4. Turn off the engine and check the coolant
level again.
NOTE:
Before checking the coolant level, wait a few
minutes until the coolant settles.
LOWFULLCOOLANT
a
b
COOLANT REPLACEMENT
WARNING
Do not remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot.
ENGINE/COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION/
COOLANT REPLACEMENT

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RADIATOR CAP INSPECTION
CAUTION:
lDo not mix more than one type of ethyl-
ene glycol antifreeze containing corro-
sion inhibitors for aluminum engine.
lDo not use water containing impurities or oil.
10. Install:
lRadiator cap
11. Fill:
lCoolant reservoir
Midway a between maximum and min-
imum marks on the tank.
12. Install:
lCoolant reservoir cap
13. Start the engine and let it warm up for
several minutes.
14. Turn off the engine and inspect the cool-
ant level.
Refer to “COOLANT LEVEL INSPEC-
TION” section.
NOTE:
Before checking the coolant level wait a few
minutes until the coolant settles.Handling notes of coolant:
The coolant is harmful so it should be han-
dled with special care.
WARNING
lWhen coolant splashes to your eye.
Thoroughly wash your eye with water
and see your doctor.
lWhen coolant splashes to your clothes.
Quickly wash it away with water and
then with soap.
lWhen coolant is swallowed.
Quickly make him vomit and take him
to a doctor.
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RADIATOR CAP INSPECTION
1. Inspect:
lSeal (radiator cap) 1
lValve and valve seat 2
Crack/damage ® Replace.
Exist fur deposits 3 ® Clean or
replace.

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THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT
THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT
1. Check:
lThrottle grip free play a
Out of specification ® Adjust.
Throttle grip free play a:
3 ~ 5 mm (0.12 ~ 0.20 in)
2. Adjust:
lThrottle grip free play
Throttle grip free play adjustment steps:
lRemove the throttle cable cap 1 and
throttle cable cover 2.
NOTE:
lBefore adjusting the throttle cable free
play, the engine idle speed should be
adjusted.
lWhen the motorcycle is accelerating,
throttle cable #1 3 is pulled and throttle
cable #2 4 is pushed.
1st step:
lLoosen the locknuts 5 on throttle cable
#2.
lAdjust the free play by changing their
tightening position.
2nd step:
lLoosen the locknuts 6 on throttle cable
#1.
lAdjust the free play by changing their
tightening position.
lTighten the locknuts.
WARNING
After adjusting, turn the handlebar to
right and left and make sure that the
engine idling does not run faster.
lInstall the throttle cable cover and throttle
cable cap.
T R..
Throttle cable cover:
4 Nm (0.4 m • kg, 2.9 ft • lb)
2
1

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SPARK ARRESTER CLEANING (For USA)
WARNING
lBe sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are
cool before cleaning the spark arrester.
lDo not start the engine when cleaning the
exhaust system.
1. Remove:
lBolt (spark arrester) 1 1
1
2. Remove:
lSpark arrester 1
Pull the spark arrester out of the muf-
fler.
1
3. Clean:
lSpark arrester
Tap the spark arrester lightly, then use
a wire brush to remove any carbon
deposits.
4. Install:
lSpark arrester
Insert the spark arrester into the muffler
and align the bolt holes.
lBolt (spark arrester)
T R..10 Nm (1.0 m · kg, 7.2 ft · lb)
SPARK ARRESTER CLEANING (For USA)