2001 YAMAHA YZ250F wheel

SPEC
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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel:
Front wheel type Spoke wheel ----
Rear wheel type Spoke wheel ----
Front rim size/material 21 ´ 1.60/Aluminum ----
Rear rim size/material 19 ´ 1.85/Aluminum ----
Rim runout limit:
Radial ---- 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Lateral ---- 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Drive chain:
Type/manufacturer DID520DMA2/DAIDO ----
Number of links 111 links + joint ----
Chain slack 40 ~ 50 mm (1.6 ~ 2.0 in) ----
Chain length (10 links) ----152.5 mm (6.00 in)
Front disc brake:
Disc outside dia. ´ Thickness 250 ´ 3.0 mm (9.84 ´ 0.12 in) 250 ´ 2.5 mm
(9.84 ´ 0.10 in)
Pad thickness 4.4 mm (0.17 in) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Master cylinder inside dia. 11.0 mm (0.433 in) ----
Caliper cylinder inside dia. 27.0 mm (1.063 in) ´ 2 ----
Brake fluid type DOT #4 ----
Rear disc brake:
Disc outside dia. ´ Thickness 240 ´ 4.0 mm (9.45 ´ 0.16 in) 240 ´ 3.5 mm
(9.45 ´ 0.14 in)
Deflection limit ----0.15 mm (0.006 in)
Pad thickness 6.4 mm (0.25 in) 1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Master cylinder inside dia. 12.7 mm (0.500 in) ----
Caliper cylinder inside dia. 27.0 mm (1.063 in) ´ 1 ----
Brake fluid type DOT #4 ----
Brake lever and brake pedal:
Brake lever position 95 mm (3.74 in) ----
Brake pedal height
(vertical height below footrest top)5 mm (0.20 in) ----
Clutch lever free play (at lever pivot) 2 ~ 4 mm (0.08 ~ 0.16 in) ----
Throttle grip free play 3 ~ 5 mm (0.12 ~ 0.20 in) ----Item Standard Limit

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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE:
1. First, tighten the steering nut approximately 38 Nm (3.8 m • kg, 27 ft • lb) by using the steering
nut wrench, then loosen the steering nut one turn.
2. Retighten the steering nut 7 Nm (0.7 m • kg, 5.1 ft • lb).Part to be tightened Thread size Q’tyTightening torque
Nm m·kg ft·lb
Upper bracket and outer tube M8 ´ 1.25 4 23 2.3 17
Lower bracket and outer tube M8 ´ 1.25 4 20 2.0 14
Upper bracket and steering stem M24 ´ 1.0 1 145 14.5 105
Handlebar holder and upper bracket M8 ´ 1.25 4 28 2.8 20
Steering stem and steering ring nut M28 ´ 1.0 1 Refer to NOTE.
Front fork and front fork cap bolt M48 ´ 1.0 2 30 3.0 22
Front fork and base valve M30 ´ 1.0 2 55 5.5 40
Front fork cap bolt and damper rod M12 ´ 1.25 2 29 2.9 21
Front fork bleed screw and front fork cap bolt M5 ´ 0.8 2 1 0.1 0.7
Front fork and front fork protector M6 ´ 1.0 6 10 1.0 7.2
Front fork and brake hose guide M5 ´ 0.8 1 4 0.4 2.2
Front fork and brake hose holder M6 ´ 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Front fork and brake hose cover (M8) M8 ´ 1.25 1 16 1.6 11
(M6) M6 ´ 1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Throttle grip cap M5 ´ 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.2
Front brake master cylinder M6 ´ 1.0 2 9 0.9 6.5
Brake lever mounting bolt M6 ´ 1.0 1 6 0.6 4.3
Brake lever mounting nut M6 ´ 1.0 1 6 0.6 4.3
Brake lever position locknut M6 ´ 1.0 1 5 0.5 3.6
Clutch lever holder M5 ´ 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.2
Clutch lever mounting bolt M6 ´ 1.0 1 2 0.2 1.4
Decompression lever holder M5 ´ 0.8 2 4 0.4 2.2
Front brake master cylinder cap M4 ´ 0.7 2 2 0.2 1.4
Front brake hose union bolt M10 ´ 1.25 2 30 3.0 22
Front brake caliper M8 ´ 1.25 2 23 2.3 17
Pad pin plug M10 ´ 1.0 2 3 0.3 2.2
Front brake caliper and pad pin M10 ´ 1.0 1 18 1.8 13
Rear brake caliper and pad pin M10 ´ 1.0 1 18 1.8 13
Brake caliper and bleed screw M8 ´ 1.25 2 6 0.6 4.3
Front wheel axle and axle nut M16 ´ 1.5 1 105 10.5 75
Front wheel axle holder M8 ´ 1.25 4 23 2.3 17
Front brake disc M6 ´ 1.0 6 12 1.2 8.7
Rear brake disc M6 ´ 1.0 6 14 1.4 10
Brake pedal M8 ´ 1.25 1 26 2.6 19
Rear brake master cylinder M6 ´ 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Rear brake reservoir tank M6 ´ 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Rear brake reservoir tank cap M4 ´ 0.7 2 2 0.2 1.4
Rear brake hose union bolt M10 ´ 1.25 2 30 3.0 2.2
Rear wheel axle and axle nut M20 ´ 1.5 1 125 12.5 90

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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE:
- marked portion shall be checked for torque tightening after break-in or before each race.Part to be tightened Thread size Q’tyTightening torque
Nm m·kg ft·lb
Nipple (spoke) — 72 3 0.3 2.2
Rear wheel sprocket M8 ´ 1.25 6 42 4.2 30
Rear brake disc cover M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Rear brake caliper protector M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Engine mounting:
Engine and engine bracket (front) M10 ´ 1.25 1 69 6.9 50
Engine and frame (lower) M10 ´ 1.25 1 69 6.9 50
Engine bracket and frame M8 ´ 1.25 6 34 3.4 24
Engine and engine bracket (upper) M10 ´ 1.25 1 55 5.5 40
Lower engine guard M6 ´ 1.0 3 10 1.0 7.2
Right engine guard M8 ´ 1.25 2 10 1.0 7.2
Pivot shaft and nut M16 ´ 1.5 1 85 8.5 61
Relay arm and swingarm M14 ´ 1.5 1 80 8.0 58
Relay arm and connecting rod M14 ´ 1.5 1 80 8.0 58
Connecting rod and frame M14 ´ 1.5 1 80 8.0 58
Rear shock absorber and frame M10 ´ 1.25 1 56 5.6 40
Rear shock absorber and relay arm M10 ´ 1.25 1 53 5.3 38
Rear frame M8 ´ 1.25 3 29 2.9 21
Swingarm and brake hose holder M5 ´ — 4 4 0.4 2.9
Drive chain tensioner M8 ´ 1.25 2 19 1.9 13
Drive chain case M6 ´ 1.0 3 7 0.7 5.1
Seal guard and swingarm M5 ´ 0.8 4 6 0.6 4.3
Fuel tank M6 ´ 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Fuel cock M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Seat set bracket and fuel tank M6 ´ 1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Hooking screw (fitting band) and fuel tank M6 ´ 1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Radiator cover M6 ´ 1.0 6 4 0.4 2.9
Front fender M6 ´ 1.0 4 7 0.7 5.1
Rear fender M6 ´ 1.0 4 7 0.7 5.1
Side cover M6 ´ 1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Seat M8 ´ 1.25 2 23 2.3 17
Number plate M6 ´ 1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1

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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST
SEAL
Clean and lube
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Lithium base grease
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
Inspect and adjust
Lube
Retighten
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c Molybdenum disulfide
grease
CHAIN GUARD AND ROLLERS
Inspect
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SWINGARM
Inspect and retighten
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RELAY ARM, CONNECTING ROD
Inspect and lube
c c Molybdenum disulfide
grease
STEERING HEAD
Inspect free play and retighten
Clean and lube
Replace bearing
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c Lithium base grease
TIRE, WHEELS
Inspect air pressure, wheel run-out,
tire wear and spoke looseness
Retighten sprocket bolt
Inspect bearings
Replace bearings
Lubricate
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Lithium base grease
THROTTLE, CONTROL CABLE
Check routing and connection
Lubricate
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c Yamaha cable lube or
SAE 10W-30 motor oil ItemAfter
break-inEvery
race
Every
third
(or
500 km)Every
fifth
(or
1,000 km)As re-
quiredRemarks

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PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
EC320000
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Before riding for break-in operation, practice or a race, make sure the machine is in good operating
condition.
Before using this machine, check the following points.
GENERAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Item Routine Page
CoolantCheck that coolant is filled up to the radiator cap.
Check the cooling system for leakage.P.3-5 ~ 9
FuelCheck that a fresh gasoline is filled in the fuel tank. Check the
fuel line for leakage.P.1-13
Engine oilCheck that the oil level is correct. Check the crankcase and
frame oil line for leakage.P.3-13 ~ 17
Gear shifter and clutchCheck that gears can be shifted correctly in order and that the
clutch operates smoothly.P.3-9
Throttle grip/HousingCheck that the throttle grip operation and free play are correctly
adjusted. Lubricate the throttle grip and housing, if necessary.P.3-10 ~ 11
Brakes Check the play of front brake and effect of front and rear brake. P.3-25 ~ 31
Drive chainCheck drive chain slack and alignment. Check that the drive
chain is lubricated properly.P.3-32 ~ 34
WheelsCheck for excessive wear and tire pressure. Check for loose
spokes and have no excessive play.P.3-42 ~ 43
SteeringCheck that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and have no
excessive play.P.3-43 ~ 44
Front forks and rear shock
absorberCheck that they operate smoothly and there is no oil leakage. P.3-34 ~ 41
Cables (wires)Check that the clutch and throttle cables move smoothly. Check
that they are not caught when the handlebars are turned or
when the front forks travel up and down.—
Exhaust pipeCheck that the exhaust pipe is tightly mounted and has no
cracks.P.4-2
Rear wheel sprocket Check that the rear wheel sprocket tightening bolt is not loose. P.3-32
Lubrication Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. P.3-45
Bolts and nuts Check the chassis and engine for loose bolts and nuts. P.1-18
Lead connectorsCheck that the CDI magneto, CDI unit, and ignition coil are con-
nected tightly.P.1-6
SettingsIs the machine set suitably for the condition of the racing course
and weather or by taking into account the results of test runs
before racing? Are inspection and maintenance completely
done?P.7-1 ~ 22

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REAR BRAKE PAD INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT
3. Inspect:
lBrake fluid level
Refer to “BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
INSPECTION” section.
lInstall the pad pin plug B.
T R..
Pad pin plug:
3 Nm (0.3 m • kg, 2.2 ft • lb)
4. Check:
lBrake lever operation
A softy or spongy feeling ® Bleed
brake system.
Refer to “BRAKE SYSTEM AIR
BLEEDING” section.
REAR BRAKE PAD INSPECTION AND
REPLACEMENT
1. Inspect:
lBrake pad thickness a
Out of specification ® Replace as a
set.
2. Replace:
lBrake pad
Brake pad thickness:
6.4 mm (0.25 in)
: 1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Brake pad replacement steps:
lRemove the protector 1 and pad pin plug
2.
lLoosen the pad pin 3.
lRemove the rear wheel 4 and brake cali-
per 5.
Refer to “FRONT WHEEL AND REAR
WHEEL” section in the CHAPTER 5.

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REAR BRAKE PAD INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT
lRemove the pad pin 6 and brake pads 7.
lConnect the transparent hose 8 to the
bleed screw 9 and place the suitable con-
tainer under its end.
lLoosen the bleed screw and push the
brake caliper piston in.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the drained brake fluid.
lTighten the bleed screw.
T R..
Bleed screw:
6 Nm (0.6 m • kg, 4.3 ft • lb)
lInstall the brake pad 0 and pad pin A.
NOTE:
lInstall the brake pads with their projec-
tions a into the brake caliper recesses b.
lTemporarily tighten the pad pin at this
point.
lInstall the brake caliper B and rear wheel
C.
Refer to “FRONT WHEEL AND REAR
WHEEL” section in the CHAPTER 5.
lTighten the pad pin D.
T R..
Pad pin:
18 Nm (1.8 m • kg, 13 ft • lb)
lInstall the pad pin plug E and protector F.
T R..
Pad pin plug:
3 Nm (0.3 m • kg, 2.2 ft • lb)
Bolt (protector):
7 Nm (0.7 m • kg, 5.1 ft • lb)

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SPROCKETS INSPECTION/DRIVE CHAIN INSPECTION
SPROCKETS INSPECTION
1. Inspect:
lSprocket teeth a
Excessive wear ® Replace.
NOTE:
Replace the drive sprocket, rear wheel
sprocket and drive chain as a set.
EC369002
DRIVE CHAIN INSPECTION
1. Remove:
lMaster link clip
lJoint 1
lDrive chain 2
2. Clean:
lDrive chain
Place it in kerosene, and brush off as
much dirt as possible. Then remove the
chain from the kerosene and dry the
chain.
3. Measure:
lDrive chain length (10 links) a
Out of specification ® Replace.
Drive chain length (10 links):
: 152.5 mm (6.00 in)
4. Check:
lDrive chain stiffness a
Clean and oil the chain and hold as
illustrated.
Stiff ® Replace drive chain.