2007 YAMAHA YZ250LC clutch

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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONSSPEC
Item Standard Limit
Wheel:
Front wheel type Spoke wheel…
Rear wheel type Spoke wheel…
Front rim size/Material 21 ×1.60/Aluminum…
Rear rim size/Material 19 ×2.15/Aluminum…
Rim runout limit:
Radial…
2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Lateral…
2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Drive chain
Type/Manufacturer DID520DMA2 SDH/DAIDO…
Number of links 113 links + joint…
Chain slack 48~58 mm (1.9~2.3 in)…
Chain length (15 links)…
242.9 mm (9.563 in)
Front disc brake:
Disc outside dia. ×Thickness 250 ×3.0 mm 250 ×2.5 mm
(9.84 ×0.12 in) (9.84 ×0.10 in)
Pad thickness 4.4 mm (0.17 in) 1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Master cylinder inside dia. 11.0 mm (0.433 in)…
Caliper cylinder inside dia. 27.0 mm (1.063 in) ×2…
Brake fluid type DOT #4…
Rear disc brake:
Disc outside dia. ×Thickness 245 ×4.0 mm 245 ×3.5 mm
(9.65 ×0.16 in) (9.65 ×0.14 in)
Deflection limit…
0.15 mm (0.006 in)
Pad thickness 6.4 mm (0.25 in) 1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Master cylinder inside dia. 11.0 mm (0.433 in)…
Caliper cylinder insdie dia. 25.4 mm (1.000 in)…
Brake fluid type DOT #4…
Brake lever & brake pedal:
Brake lever position 95 mm (3.74 in)…
Brake pedal height Zero mm (Zero in)…
(vertical height above footrest top)
Clutch lever free play (lever end) 8~13 mm (0.31~0.51 in)…
Throttle grip free play 3~5 mm (0.12~0.20 in)…
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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONSSPEC
15
15
105
20
29
22
40
21
21
0.7
5.1
5.1
0.7
2.9
2.9
2.9
6.5
1.4
4.3
4.3
3.6
2.9
22
22
17
7.2
2.2
13
4.3
75
15
8.7
10
40
19
7.2M 8 × 1.25
M 8 × 1.25
M24 × 1.0
M 8 × 1.25
M12 × 1.25
M28 × 1.0
M51 × 1.5
M22 × 1.25
M42 × 1.5
M12 × 1.25
M 5 × 0.8
M 6 × 1.0
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 6 × 1.0
M10 × 1.25
M10 × 1.25
M 8 × 1.25
M 6 × 1.0
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
M10 × 1.25
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)
Handlebar holder (lower)
Steering ring nut
Front fork and damper assembly
Front fork and adjuster
Damper assembly and base valve
Adjuster and damper assembly
Bleed screw (front fork) and base valve
Front fork and protector
Protector and brake hose holder
Throttle cable cap
Grip cap upper and lower
Clutch lever (nut)
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 under bracket
Front brake hose union bolt (master cylinder)
Front brake hose union bolt (caliper)
Front brake caliper and front fork
Front brake caliper and brake hose holder
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
Footrest bracket and frame
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
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
6
2
2
2
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
2
2
1
4
6
6
4
1
221
21
145
28
40
30
55
29
29
1
7
7
1
4
4
4
9
2
6
6
5
4
30
30
23
10
3
18
6
105
21
12
14
55
26
102.1
2.1
14.5
2.8
4.0
3.0
5.5
2.9
2.9
0.1
0.7
0.7
0.1
0.4
0.4
0.4
0.9
0.2
0.6
0.6
0.5
0.4
3.0
3.0
2.3
1.0
0.3
1.8
0.6
10.5
2.1
1.2
1.4
5.5
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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CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAMSPEC
EC240000
CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
1“ENGINE STOP” button lead
2Throttle cable
3Clutch cable
4Clamp
5Wireharness
6Radiator breather hose
7Air vent hose
8Crankcase breather hose
9Overflow hoseAPass the clutch cable on the
outside of the throttle cable and
“ENGINE STOP” button lead.
BAlign the throttle cable locating
tape with the cable guide.
CPass the throttle cable, clutch
cable and “ENGINE STOP” but-
ton lead above the radiator
hose.
DClamp the “ENGINE STOP” but-
ton lead to the frame. Tighten
the clamp so that the “ENGINE
STOP” button lead is not pulled
when the handlebar is turned to
the right and left.
EClamp the throttle cable, clutch
cable and wireharness to the
frame.
FClamp the throttle cable and
wireharness to the frame.GPass the clutch cable in front of
the center of the cylinder head
tightening nut.
HPass the air vent hose, overflow
hose and crankcase breather
hose between the frame and
connecting rod.
ILocate the clamp ends in the
arrowed range.
JPass the throttle cable behind
the air vent hose.
KPass the air vent hose, overflow
hose and crankcase breather
hose so that they do not contact
the rear shock absorber.
LClamp the air vent hoses.
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SPEC
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CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
1Brake hose
2Master cylinder
3“ENGINE STOP” button lead
4“ENGINE STOP” button
5Throttle cable
6Clutch cable
7Clamp
8Cable guideAInstall the brake hose so that its pipe portion directs
as shown and lightly touches the projection on the
master cylinder.
BPass the “ENGINE STOP” button lead in the middle
of the clutch holder.
CClamp the “ENGINE STOP” button lead to the han-
dlebar.
DPass the brake hose in front of the number plate
and through the cable guide.
EPass the clutch cable through the cable guide on
the number plate.
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INSP
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3-1
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
EC300000
REGULAR INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
EC310013
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
The following schedule is intended as a general guide to maintenance and lubrication. Bear in mind
that such factors as weather, terrain, geographical location, and individual usage will alter the required
maintenance and lubrication intervals. If you are a doubt as to what intervals to follow in maintaining
and lubricating your machine, consult your Yamaha dealer.
Item Remarks
After
break-
inEvery
raceEvery
thirdEvery
fifthAs re-
quired
Inspect crack
Inspect carbon deposits
and eliminate them
Check ring end gap
Inspect carbon deposits
and eliminate them
Check gasket
Inspect score marks
Inspect wear
Inspect carbon deposits
and eliminate them
Inspect housing, friction
plate, clutch plate and
spring
Yamalube 4 (10W-30) or
SAE 10W-30 SE motor oil
Inspect wear
Use chain lube
Chain slack: 48~58 mm
(1.9~2.3 in) PISTON
Inspect and clean
Replace
PISTON RING
Inspect
Replace
PISTON PIN, SMALL END BEARING
Inspect
Replace
CYLINDER HEAD
Inspect and clean
Retighten
CYLINDER
Inspect and clean
Replace
YPVS
Inspect and clean
CLUTCH
Inspect and adjust
Replace
TRANSMISSION
Replace oil
Inspect
Replace bearing
SHIFT FORK, SHIFT CAM, GUIDE BAR
Inspect
ROTOR NUT
Retighten
MUFFLER
Inspect
Clean
Retighten
CRANK
Inspect and clean
CARBURETOR
Inspect, adjust and clean
SPARK PLUG
Inspect and clean
Replace
DRIVE CHAIN
Lubricate, slack, alignment
Replace
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PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
INSP
ADJ
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.P3-35~37
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. P3-38
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
P7-1~22
results of test runs before racing? Are inspection and
maintenance completely done?
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INSP
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CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
4. Inspect:
9Pressure
Impossible to maintain the specified pres-
sure for 10 secondsRepair.
9Radiator 1
9Radiator hose joint 2
Coolant leakageRepair or replace.
9Radiator hose 3
SwellingReplace.
2. Adjust:
9Clutch lever free play
EC359020
CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
1. Check:
9Clutch lever free play a
Out of specificationAdjust.
NOTE:
9Before adjustment, expose the adjuster by
moving the boot 3and cap 4away.
9Make minute adjustment on the lever side
using the adjuster 5.
9After adjustment, check proper operation of
clutch lever.
Clutch lever free play a a
:
8~13 mm (0.31~0.51 in)
Clutch lever free play adjustment steps:
9Loosen the locknut 1.
9Turn the adjuster 2until free play ais with-
in the specified limits.
9Tighten the locknut.
Locknut:
4 Nm (0.4 m•kg, 2.9 ft•lb)
3. Install:
9Cap 1
9Boot 2
NOTE:
Place the tip aof the cap in the boot.
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LUBRICATION
INSP
ADJ
EC36a042
LUBRICATION
To ensure smooth operation of all components,
lubricate your machine during setup, after break-
in, and after every race.
1All control cable
2Clutch lever pivot
3Shift pedal pivot
4Footrest pivot
5Throttle-to-handlebar contact
6Drive chain
7Throttle roller cable guide
8Throttle roller sliding surface
9Tube guide cable winding portion
0Throttle cable end
qClutch cable endÅUse Yamaha cable lube or equivalent on
these areas.
ıUse SAE10W-30 motor oil or suitable chain
lubricants.
ÇLubricate the following areas with high quali-
ty, lightweight lithium-soap base grease.
cC
Wipe off any excess grease, and avoid getting
grease on the brake discs.
A
A
CC
AB
AA
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