2002 YAMAHA BEAR TRACKER 250 wheel

8-8 * It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
** Lithium soap base grease.
NOTE:Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
Brake fluid replacement:
1. When disassembling the master cylinder or cali-
per, replace the brake fluid. Normally check the
brake fluid level and add fluid as required.
2. On the inner parts of the master cylinder and cal-
iper, replace the oil seals every two years.
3. Replace the brake hoses every four years, or if
cracked or damaged.
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in serious injury or death.
Wheels*•Check balance/damage/runout.
•Repair if necessary.Wheel bearings*•Check bearing assemblies for looseness/damage.
•Replace if damaged.Front and rear
suspension*•Check operation.
•Correct if necessary.Steering system*•Check operation.
•Correct if damaged.
•Check toe-in.
•Adjust if necessary.Steering shaft*
•Lubricate every 6 months**.Fittings and Fasteners*•Check all chassis fittings and fasteners.
•Correct if necessary.Battery*•Check specific gravity.
•Check that the breather hose is working properly.
•Correct if necessary.
ITEM ROUTINEINITIAL EVERY
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month3
months6
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months1
year
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8-45 1. Brake pad a. Wear limit: 1 mm
1. Plaquette de frein a. Limite d’usure: 1,0 mm
1. Pastilla del freno a. Límite de desgaste: 1,0 mm
1. Wear indicator 2. Wear limit
1. Indicateur d’usure 2. Limite de usure
1. Indicador de desgaste 2. Límite del freno
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Front brake pad inspection
Inspect the brake pads for damage and wear. If
the thickness is less than the specified value, have
a Yamaha dealer replace the pads.NOTE:The wheels need to be removed to inspect the
brake pads. See page 8-67 for removal proce-
dures.
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Rear brake shoe inspection
A wear indicator is provided on the rear brake.
This indicator allows checking of brake shoe wear
without disassembling the brake. Apply the rear
brake and check the position of the indicator. If the
indicator reaches the wear limit line, ask a
Yamaha dealer to replace shoes as a set.
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Wheel removal
1. Elevate the wheel by placing a suitable stand
under the frame.
2. Remove the nuts from the wheel.
3. Remove the wheel assembly.
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8-69 1. Arrow mark
1. Flèche
1. Flecha
1. Tapered nut
1.Écrou conique
1. Tuerca cónica
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Wheel installation
When installing a wheel, reverse the removal pro-
cedure.NOTE:_ The arrow mark on the tire must point toward
the rotating direction of the wheel. _1. Tapered wheel nuts are used for both front
and rear wheels. Install the nut with its ta-
pered side towards the wheel.
2. Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified
torque.
Wheel nut torque:
Front: 55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf)
Rear: 55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf)
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CLEANING AND STORAGE
A. CLEANING
Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine will
not only enhance its appearance but will improve
its general performance and extend the useful life
of many components.
1. Before cleaning the machine:
a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe to pre-
vent water entry. A plastic bag and strong
rubber band may be used.
b. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps
are properly installed.
2. If the engine case is excessively greasy, ap-
ply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not ap-
ply degreaser to the wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden
hose. Use only enough pressure to do the
job.
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CAUTION:
Excessive water pressure may cause water
seepage and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electrical de-
vices. Many expensive repair bills have result-
ed from improper high pressure detergent
applications such as those available in coin-
operated car washers.4. Once the majority of the dirt has been hosed
off, wash all surfaces with warm water and
mild, detergent-type soap. An old toothbrush
or bottle brush is handy for hard-to-get-at
places.
5. Rinse the machine off immediately with clean
water and dry all surfaces with a chamois,
clean towel or soft absorbent cloth.
6. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner
to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
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B. STORAGE
Long term storage (60 days or more) of your ma-
chine will require some preventive procedures to
guard against deterioration. After thoroughly
cleaning the machine, prepare for storage as fol-
lows:
1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add fuel
stabilizer (if available).NOTE:Use of fuel stabilizer eliminates the need to drain
the fuel system. Consult a Yamaha dealer if the
fuel system is to be drained instead.2. Remove the spark plug, pour about one ta-
blespoon of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil
in the spark plug hole and reinstall the spark
plug. Ground the spark plug wire and turn the
engine over several times to coat the cylinder
wall with oil.
3. Lubricate all control cables.
4. Block up the frame to raise all wheels off the
ground.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model YFM250X
Dimension:
Overall length 1,940 mm
Overall width 1,080 mm
Overall height 1,118 mm
Seat height 780 mm
Wheelbase 1,170 mm
Minimum ground clearance 150 mm
Minimum turning radius 2,900 mm
Basic weight:
With oil and full fuel tank 213 kg
Noise and vibration level:
Noise level (71/311/EEC) 75.3 dB (A)
Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO5008) Not exceed 0.5 (m/s
2)
Vibration on handlebar (EN1032, ISO5008) Not exceed 2.5 (m/s2)
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