2001 YAMAHA YZ250LC steering wheel

CHAPTER 4
ENGINE
SEAT, FUEL TANK AND SIDE
COVERS.....................................................4-1
EXHAUST PIPE AND SILENCER..............4-3
RADIATOR..................................................4-4
CARBURETOR AND REED VALVE...........4-7
CYLINDER HEAD , CYLINDER AND
PISTON.....................................................4-17
CLUTCH AND PRIMARY DRIVEN
GEAR.......................................................4-32
KICK AXLE, SHIFT SHAFT AND
PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR...........................4-39
YPVS GOVERNOR...................................4-48
WATER PUMP..........................................4-50
CDI MAGNETO.........................................4-55
ENGINE REMOVAL..................................4-59
CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT.........4-64
TRANSMISSION, SHIFT CAM AND
SHIFT FORK.............................................4-71
CHAPTER 5
CAHSSIS
FRONT WHEEL AND REAR WHEEL........5-1
FRONT BRAKE AND REAR BRAKE.......5-10
FRONT FORK...........................................5-27
HANDLEBAR............................................5-40
STEERING................................................5-47
SWINGARM..............................................5-52
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER.....................5-59
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TORQUE-CHECK POINTS
GEN
INFO
EC1A0012
TORQUE-CHECK POINTS
Frame construction Frame to rear frame
Combined seat and tank Fuel tank to frame
Engine mounting Frame to engine
Steering Steering shaft to Steering shaft to frame
handlebar Steering shaft to handle crown
Handle crown to handlebar
Suspension Front Steering shaft to Front fork to handle crown
front fork Front fork to under bracket
Rear For link type Assembly of links
Link to frame
Link to shock absorber
Link to swingarm
Rear Installation of shock Shock absorber to frame
absorber
Rear Installation of swingarm Tightening of pivot shaft
Wheel Installation of wheel Front Tightening of front axle
Tightening of axle holder
Rear Tightening of rear axle
Wheel to sprocket
Brake Front Caliper to front fork
Brake disc to wheel
Tightening of union bolt
Master cylinder to handlebar
Tightening of air bleeder
Rear Brake disc to wheel
Tightening of union bolt
Master cylinder to frame
Tightening of air bleeder
Fuel system Fuel tank to fuel cock
NOTE:
Concerning the tightening torque, refer to “
MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS” section in
the CHAPTER 2.
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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONSSPEC
17
14
105
20
22
40
21
0.7
7.2
7.2
11
5.1
0.7
2.9
1.4
2.9
6.5
1.4
4.3
4.3
3.6
2.9
22
22
17
2.2
13
4.3
75
17
8.7
10
19
7.2M 8 ´ 1.25
M 8 ´ 1.25
M24 ´ 1.0
M 8 ´ 1.25
M28 ´ 1.0
M48 ´ 1.0
M30 ´ 1.0
M12 ´ 1.25
M 5 ´ 0.8
M 6 ´ 1.0
M 6 ´ 1.0
M 8 ´ 1.25
M 6 ´ 1.0
M 4 ´ 0.7
M 6 ´ 1.0
M 6 ´ 1.0
M 5 ´ 0.8
M 6 ´ 1.0
M 4 ´ 0.7
M 6 ´ 1.0
M 6 ´ 1.0
M 6 ´ 1.0
M 5 ´ 0.8
M10 ´ 1.25
M10 ´ 1.25
M 8 ´ 1.25
M10 ´ 1.0
M10 ´ 1.0
M 8 ´ 1.25
M16 ´ 1.5
M 8 ´ 1.25
M 6 ´ 1.0
M 6 ´ 1.0
M 8 ´ 1.25
M 6 ´ 1.0 Handle crown and outer tube
Under bracket and outer tube
Handle crown and steering shaft
Handlebar holder (upper)
Steering ring nut
Front fork and cap bolt
Front fork and base valve
Cap bolt and damper rod (front fork)
Bleed screw (front fork) and cap bolt
Front fork and protector
Front fork and brake hose holder
Front fork and hose cover
Front fork and hose cover
Throttle cable cap
Grip cap upper and lower
Clutch lever (bolt)
Clutch lever holder
Front brake master cylinder and bracket
Front brake master cylinder cap
Brake lever mounting (bolt)
Brake lever mounting (nut)
Brake lever position locknut
Cable guide (front brake hose) and guide stay
Front brake hose union bolt (master cylinder)
Front brake hose union bolt (caliper)
Front brake caliper and front fork
Brake caliper (front and rear) and pad pin plug
Brake caliper (front and rear) and pad pin
Brake caliper (front and rear) and bleed screw
Front wheel axle and nut
Front wheel axle holder
Front brake disc and wheel hub
Rear brake disc and wheel hub
Brake pedal mounting
Rear brake master cylinder and framePart to be tightened Thread size Q’tyTightening torque
Nm m•kg ft•lb
4
4
1
4
1
2
2
2
2
6
2
1
1
2
2
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
4
6
6
1
223
20
145
28
30
55
29
1
10
10
16
7
1
4
2
4
9
2
6
6
5
4
30
30
23
3
18
6
105
23
12
14
26
102.3
2.0
14.5
2.8
3.0
5.5
2.9
0.1
1.0
1.0
1.6
0.7
0.1
0.4
0.2
0.4
0.9
0.2
0.6
0.6
0.5
0.4
3.0
3.0
2.3
0.3
1.8
0.6
10.5
2.3
1.2
1.4
2.6
1.0
NOTE:
1. First, tighten the ring nut approximately 38 Nm (3.8 m•kg, 27 ft•lb) by using the ring nut wrench,
then loosen the ring nut one turn.
2. Retighten the ring nut 7 Nm (0.7 m•kg, 5.1 ft•lb).
Refer to NOTE
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3-2
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
3
Item Remarks
COOLING SYSTEM
Check coolant level and leakagell
Check radiator cap operationl
Replace coolantlEvery two years
Inspect hosesl
OUTSIDE NUTS AND BOLTS Refer to “STARTING
RetightenllAND BREAK-IN” section
in the CHAPTER 1.
AIR FILTER
Clean and lubricatellUse foam air-filter oil
Replacel
FRAME
Clean and inspectll
FUEL TANK, COCK
Clean and inspectll
BRAKES
Adjust lever position and pedal heightll
Lubricate pivot pointll
Check brake disc surfacell
Check fluid level and leakagell
Retighten brake disc bolts, caliper bolts,
ll
master cylinder bolts and union bolts
Replace padsl
Replace brake fluidlEvery one year
FRONT FORKS
Inspect and adjustll
Replace oilllSuspension oil “01”
Replace oil seall
FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST SEAL
Clean and lubellLithium base grease
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
Inspect and adjustll
Lube ll
Molybdenum disulfide grease
Retightenll
CHAIN GUARD AND ROLLERS
Inspectll
SWINGARM
Inspect and retightenll
RELAY ARM, CONNECTING ROD
Inspect and lubellMolybdenum disulfide grease
STEERING HEAD
Inspect free play and retightenll
Clean and lubelLithium base grease
Replace bearingl
TIRE, WHEELS
Inspect air pressure, wheel run-out,
ll
tire wear and spoke looseness
Retighten sprocket boltll
Inspect bearingsl
Replace bearingsl
LubricatelLithium base grease
THROTTLE, CONTROL CABLE
Check routing and connectionllYamaha cable lube or
LubricatellSAE 10W-30 motor oil
After
break-
inEvery
raceEvery
thirdEvery
fifthAs re-
quired
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PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
INSP
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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.
EC321000
GENERAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Item Routine Page
Coolant Check that coolant is filled up to the radiator filler cap.
Check the cooling system for leakage.P3-5~9
Fuel Check that a fresh mixture of oil and gasoline is filled in
the fuel tank. Check the fuel line for leakage.P1-12
Transmission oil Check that the oil level is correct. Check the crankcase
for leakage.P3-12~14
Gear shifter and clutch Check that gears can be shifted correctly in order and
that the clutch operates smoothly.P3-9
Throttle grip/Housing Check that the throttle grip operation and free play
are correctly adjusted. Lubricate the throttle grip and P3-10~11
housing, if necessary.
Brakes Check the play of front brake and effect of front and
rear brake.P3-17~23
Chain Check chain slack and alignment. Check that the chain
is lubricated properly.P3-24~26
Wheels Check for excessive wear and tire pressure. Check for
loose spokes and have no excessive play.P3-34~35
Steering Check that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and
have no excessive play.P3-35~36
Front forks and Check that they operate smoothly and there is no oil
rear shock absorber leakage.P3-26~33
Cables (wires) Check that the clutch and throttle cables move smooth-
ly. Check that they are not caught when the handlebars —
are turned or when the front forks travel up and down.
Muffler Check that the muffler is tightly mounted and has no
cracks.P3-15~16
Sprocket Check that the driven sprocket tightening bolt is
not loose.P3-24
Lubrication Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. P3-37
Bolts and nuts Check the chassis and engine for loose bolts and nuts. P1-16
Lead connectors Check that the CDI magneto, CDI unit, and ignition coil
are connected tightly.P1-6
Settings Is the machine set suitably for the condition of the
racing course and weather or by taking into account the
P7-1~24
results of test runs before racing? Are inspection and
maintenance completely done?
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STEERING HEAD INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
INSP
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2. Inspect:
9Bearing free play
Exist play ÕReplace.
EC36U013
STEERING HEAD INSPECTION AND
ADJUSTMENT
1. Elevate the front wheel by placing a suitable
stand under the engine.
2. Check:
9Steering shaft
Grasp the bottom of the forks and gently
rock the fork assembly back and forth.
Free play ÕAdjust steering head.
3. Check:
9Steering smooth action
Turn the handlebar lock to lock.
Unsmooth action ÕAdjust steering ring
nut.
4. Adjust:
9Steering ring nut
Steering ring nut adjustment steps:
9Remove the number plate.
9Remove the handlebar and handle crown.
9Loosen the ring nut 1using the ring nut
wrench 2.
9Tighten the ring nut 3using ring nut wrench
4.
NOTE:
Set the torque wrench to the ring nut wrench
so that they form a right angle.
Ring nut wrench:
YU-33975/90890-01403
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