2001 YAMAHA YZ250F brake

SPEC
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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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SPEC

CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
EC240000
CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
1
Hose guide
2
Brake hose
3
Fuel tank breather hose
4
Engine stop switch lead
5
Oil tank breather hose
6
Sub-wire harness
7
Neutral switch lead
8
Cable guide
9
Cylinder head breather hose
0
CDI magneto lead
A
Radiator breather hose
B
Carburetor breather hose
C
Carburetor overflow hose
D
Ignition coil lead
E
CDI unit lead

Pass the fuel tank breather hose
between the handlebar and ten-
sion bar, then insert its end into
the hole of the number plate.
õ
Fasten the engine stop switch
lead and ignition coil lead of the
sub-wire harness.
‚
Fasten the sub-wire harness
and engine stop switch lead.
Fasten the engine stop switch
lead at its protecting tube.
ë
Fasten the sub-wire harness
and engine stop switch leads.
ä
Pass the sub-wire harness
between upper engine brackets.
ì
Fasten the sub-wire harness.
í
Fasten the throttle position sen-
sor lead.
î
Pass the carburetor breather
hose and overflow hose
between the connecting rod and
cross tube (frame).
é
Fasten the neutral switch lead
on the oil hose.
ï
Pass the clutch cable through
the cable guide.
ð
Fasten the cylinder head
breather hose and neutral switch
lead.
ñ
Fasten the neutral switch lead.

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SPEC

CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
÷
Pass the cylinder head
breather hose through the hose
guide.
ö
Fasten the neutral switch lead
and CDI magneto lead.
¯
Pass the clutch cable on the
inside the cylinder head
breather hose.
¸
Pass the clutch cable in front of
the radiator mounting boss.
Î
Fit the brake hose into the
guides on the protector.
å
Pass the carburetor breather
hoses and overflow hose so
that all there hoses do not con-
tact the rear shock absorber.
ê
Fasten the ground lead
together with the ignition coil.
æ
Do not allow the engine stop
switch leads to slacken
between the two clamps.
è
Pass the clutch cable through
the cable guides.
Ã
Position each lead at the lower
left of the main tube (frame).

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SPEC

CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
1Brake hose
2Brake hose holder
3Brake master cylinderInstall the brake hose to the brake caliper with the
paint on the pipe facing the brake caliper and with
the pipe contacting the brake caliper projection.
õPass the brake hose into the brake hose holders.
‚If the brake hose contacts the spring (rear shock
absorber), correct its twist.
ëInstall the brake hose so that its pipe portion
directs as shown and lightly touches the projection
on the brake master cylinder.
A
A 2
3
1
12
3 ë
‚
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SPECCABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
1Throttle cable
2Clamp
3Decompression cable
4Clutch cable
5Brake hose
6Hose guide
7Engine stop switch leadFasten the engine stop switch lead to the handlebar with the plastic
band.
õPass the brake hose in front of the number plate.

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INSP
ADJ

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
SHIFT FORK, SHIFT CAM, GUIDE BAR
Inspect
c
Inspect wear
ROTOR NUT
Retighten
c

c

EXHAUST PIPE, SILENCER, PRO-
TECTOR
Inspect and retighten
Clean
Replace
c

c

c

c
* Whichever comes first
CRANK
Inspect and clean
c

c

CARBURETOR
Inspect, adjust and clean
c

c
When using a high-pres-
sure washer, make sure
that water does not enter
the accelerator pump.
SPARK PLUG
Inspect and clean
Replace
c

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c

DRIVE CHAIN
Lubricate, slack, alignment
Replace
c

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c
Use chain lube
Chain slack: 40 ~ 50 mm
(1.6 ~ 2.0 in)
COOLING SYSTEM
Check coolant level and leakage
Check radiator cap operation
Replace coolant
Inspect hoses
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c

c
Every two years
OUTSIDE NUTS AND BOLTS
Retighten
c

c
Refer to “STARTING
AND BREAK-IN” section
in the CHAPTER 1.
AIR FILTER
Clean and lubricate
Replace
c

c

c
Use foam air-filter oil
FRAME
Clean and inspect
c

c

FUEL TANK, COCK
Clean and inspect
c

c

BRAKES
Adjust lever position and pedal height
Lubricate pivot point
Check brake disc surface
Check fluid level and leakage
Retighten brake disc bolts, caliper
bolts, master cylinder bolts and union
bolts
Replace pads
Replace brake fluid
c

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Every one year
FRONT FORKS
Inspect and adjust
Replace oil
Replace oil seal
c

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Suspension oil “01” ItemAfter
break-inEvery
race
Every
third
(or
500 km)Every
fifth
(or
1,000 km)
As re-
quiredRemarks


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INSP
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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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CHASSIS/BRAKE SYSTEM AIR BLEEDING
EC360000
CHASSIS
EC361012
BRAKE SYSTEM AIR BLEEDING
WARNING
Bleed the brake system if:
lThe system has been disassembled.
lA brake hose has been loosened or
removed.
lThe brake fluid is very low.
lThe brake operation is faulty.
A dangerous loss of braking performance
may occur if the brake system is not prop-
erly bleed.
1. Remove:
lReservoir cap
lDiaphragm
lProtector (rear brake)
2. Bleed:
lBrake fluid
Front
õRear
Air bleeding steps:
a. Add proper brake fluid to the reservoir.
b. Install the diaphragm. Be careful not to
spill any fluid or allow the reservoir to
overflow.
c. Connect the clear plastic tube 2 tightly
to the caliper bleed screw 1.
d. Place the other end of the tube into a
container.
e. Slowly apply the brake lever or pedal
several times.
f. Pull the lever in or push down on the
pedal. Hold the lever or pedal in position.
g. Loosen the bleed screw and allow the
lever or pedal to travel towards its limit.
h. Tighten the bleed screw when the lever
or pedal limit has been reached; then
release the lever or pedal.
T R..
Bleed screw:
6 Nm (0.6 m • kg, 4.3 ft • lb)
i. Repeat steps (e) to (h) until of the air
bubbles have been removed from the
system.

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