2001 YAMAHA WR 250F steering

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CHAS
4. Install:
lWasher 1
lSteering ring nut 2
Tighten the steering ring nut using the
steering nut wrench 3.
Refer to “STEERING HEAD INSPEC-
TION AND ADJUSTMENT” section in
the CHAPTER 3.
T R..7 Nm (0.7 m · kg, 5.1 ft · lb)
5. Check the steering stem by turning it lock
to lock. If there is any binding, remove
the steering stem assembly and inspect
the steering bearings.
6. Install:
lWasher 1
7. Install:
lFront fork 1
lUpper bracket 2
NOTE:
lTemporarily tighten the pinch bolts (lower
bracket).
lDo not tighten the pinch bolts (upper bracket)
yet.
8. Install:
lWasher 1
lSteering stem nut 2
T R..145 Nm (14.5 m · kg, 105 ft · lb)
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9. After tightening the nut, check the steer-
ing for smooth movement. If not, adjust
the steering by loosening the steering
ring nut little by little.
10. Adjust:
lFront fork top end a
* For EUROPE
** For AUS, NZ and ZA
Front fork top end (standard) a:
7 mm (0.28 in)
* 8mm (0.31 in)
** 10.5 mm (0.41 in)
11. Tighten:
lPinch bolt (upper bracket) 1
lPinch bolt (lower bracket) 2
CAUTION:
Tighten the lower bracket to specified
torque. If torqued too much, it may cause
the front fork to malfunction.
12. Install:
lTrip meter 1
T R..23 Nm (2.3 m · kg, 17 ft · lb)
T R..20 Nm (2.0 m · kg, 14 ft · lb)
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EC570000
SWINGARM
Extent of removal:1 Swingarm removal
Extent of removal Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
STEERING REMOVAL
WARNING
Support the machine securely so there is nodanger of it falling over.
Preparation for removal Hold the machine by placing the
suitable stand under the engine.
Brake hose holder
Rear brake caliper
Bolt (brake pedal)
Drive chainRefer to “FRONT BRAKE AND REAR
BRAKE” section.
Shift the brake pedal backward.
1 Drive chain case 1
2 Lower chain tensioner 1
3 Bolt (rear shock absorber-relay
arm)1 Hold the swingarm.
4 Bolt (connecting rod) 1
5 Pivot shaft 1
6 Swingarm 1
1