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Starting system Electric starter and recoil starter
Lubrication system Wet sump
Engine oil:
Type
Recommended engine oil classification: API Service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Quantity:
Without oil filter element removal 1.50 L
With oil filter element removal 1.60 LModel YFM250B
-20˚ -10˚ 0˚
10˚20˚ 30˚40˚50˚C
10W/30
15W/4020W/4020W/50
10W/40
5W/30
CAUTION:
In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the en-
gine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not mix any
chemical additives. Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of a higher quality
than specified. In addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or higher.
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Final gear oil:
Type SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
Quantity:
Periodic oil change 0.25 L
Air filter: Dry element
Fuel:
Type Unleaded gasoline only
For Europe: Regular unleaded gasoline only with
a research octane number of 91 or higher
Tank capacity 12.0 L
Reserve amount 1.6 L
Carburetor:
Ty p e
× quantity BSR33
× 1
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Spark plug:
Type / manufacturer DR7EA / NGK
Gap 0.6–0.7 mm
Clutch type: Wet, centrifugal automaticModel YFM250B
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