2002 YAMAHA XVS250 ignition

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU01297
Troubleshooting chart
EW000125
WARNING
_ Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system. _
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Maximum load* 180 kg
Tire air pressure (measured
on cold tires)
Up to 90 kg*
Front 175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm
2, 1.75 bar)
Rear 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm2, 2.00 bar)
90 kg–maximum*
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 2.25 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Fron t
Type Spoke wheel
Size 18 × 1.60
Rear
Type Spoke wheel
Size 15 M/C × MT 3.00
Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4Rear
Type Drum brake
Operation Right foot
Suspension
Front Telescopic fork
Rear Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber
Front Coil spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 140 mm
Rear 100 mm
Electrical system
Ignition system T.C.I (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 23 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Model GT6B-3
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 6 Ah
Headlight typeQuartz bulb (halogen)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W × 1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W × 1
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W × 4
Auxiliary light 12 V, 4 W × 1
Meter lighting 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Turn signal indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Engine trouble warning light 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Signaling system fuse 10 A
Ignition fuse 10 A
Carburetor heater fuse 10 A
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