2009 YAMAHA WR 250R brake light

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION
...................1-1
DESCRIPTION
...................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments..................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS
........................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-1
Indicator and warning lights .............3-2
Multi-function display .......................3-3
Handlebar switches .........................3-8
Clutch lever ......................................3-9
Shift pedal ......................................3-10
Brake lever ....................................3-10
Brake pedal ...................................3-10
Fuel tank cap .................................3-11
Fuel ................................................3-11
Catalytic converter .........................3-13
Seat ...............................................3-13
Helmet holder ................................3-14
Adjusting the front fork ...................3-14
Front fork bleeding .........................3-16
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ....................................3-17
EXUP system ................................3-18
Sidestand .......................................3-19
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-19
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
.............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS
.................................. 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Shifting ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ................................ 5-3
Engine break-in ............................... 5-3
Parking ............................................ 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT
.................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ................................ 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system .............. 6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 6-3
Removing and installing panels ...... 6-7
Checking the spark plug .................. 6-9
Engine oil and oil filter element ..... 6-10
Coolant .......................................... 6-13
Cleaning the air filter element
and check hose .......................... 6-16
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ......................................... 6-18
Checking the throttle cable free
play ............................................ 6-18
Valve clearance ............................. 6-19
Tires .............................................. 6-19Spoke wheels ............................... 6-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 6-21
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-22
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ......................................... 6-23
Checking the front and rear brake
pads ........................................... 6-23
Checking the brake fluid level ....... 6-24
Changing the brake fluid ............... 6-25
Drive chain slack ........................... 6-25
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ................ 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers .............. 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal ................................ 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand ................................... 6-29
Lubricating the rear suspension .... 6-29
Checking the front fork .................. 6-29
Checking the steering ................... 6-30
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 6-31
Battery ........................................... 6-31
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-32
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-33

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Tail/brake light ............................... 6-34
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ............................................ 6-35
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ............................................ 6-35
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb .... 6-36
Supporting the motorcycle ............. 6-36
Front wheel .................................... 6-37
Rear wheel .................................... 6-38
Troubleshooting ............................. 6-39
Troubleshooting charts .................. 6-41
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE
........................................... 7-1
Matte color caution .......................... 7-1
Care ................................................. 7-1
Storage ............................................ 7-3
SPECIFICATIONS
.............................. 8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION
.............. 9-1
Identification numbers ..................... 9-1

DESCRIPTION
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Right view
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1. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-24)
2. Air filter element (page 6-16)
3. Rear brake light switch (page 6-23)
4. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-10)
5. Engine oil level check window (page 6-10)
6. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting dial
(page 3-17)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Engine oil

Change.

Check oil level and vehicle for oil
leakage.
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Every 5000 km (3000 mi)
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Engine oil filter ele-
ment

Replace.
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Cooling system

Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage.
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Change. Every 3 years
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EXUP system

Check operation, cable free play
and pulley position.
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25

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Front and rear brake
switches

Check operation.
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Moving parts and
cables

Lubricate.
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27

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Throttle grip hous-
ing and cable

Check operation and free play.

Adjust the throttle cable free play
if necessary.

Lubricate the throttle grip housing
and cable.
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Lights, signals and
switches

Check operation.

Adjust headlight beam.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
(24000 mi)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Adjusting the rear brake light
switch
The rear brake light, which is activated
by the brake pedal, should come on just
before braking takes effect. If neces-
sary, adjust the rear brake light switch
as follows.
Turn the rear brake light switch adjust-
ing nut while holding the rear brake light
switch in place. To make the brake light
come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut
in direction (a). To make the brake light
come on later, turn the adjusting nut in
direction (b).
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Checking the front and rear
brake pads
The front and rear brake pads must be
checked for wear at the intervals spec-
ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
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Front brake pads
Each front brake pad is provided with
wear indicator grooves, which allow
you to check the brake pad wear with-
out having to disassemble the brake.
To check the brake pad wear, check
the wear indicator grooves. If a brake
pad has worn to the point that the wearindicator grooves have almost disap-
peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace
the brake pads as a set.
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Rear brake pads
Each rear brake pad is provided with a
wear indicator, which allows you to
check the brake pad wear without hav-
ing to disassemble the brake. To check
the brake pad wear, check if the brake
pad has worn to the wear indicator. If a
brake pad has worn to the indicator,
have a Yamaha dealer replace the
brake pads as a set.
1. Rear brake light switch
2. Adjusting nut
1
2(b) (a)

1. Wear indicator groove
11

1. Wear indicator
1

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-34
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gether with the headlight unit by
removing the bolts and pulling up-
ward as shown.
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the bulb cover.3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.
5. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
6. Install the headlight cowling (to-
gether with the headlight unit) by
placing it in the original position,
and then installing the bolts.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.

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Tail/brake light
This model is equipped with an
LED-type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
1. Bolt
1. Headlight coupler
2. Bulb cover
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1
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1. Headlight bulb holder
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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6. Push the wheel forward, and then
remove the drive chain from the
rear sprocket.
TIP

The drive chain does not need to be
disassembled in order to remove and
install the rear wheel.
7. Remove the wheel.
NOTICE:
Do
not apply the brake after the
wheel has been removed to-
gether with the brake disc, oth-
erwise the brake pads will be
forced shut.
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To install the rear wheel
1. Install the wheel and the brake cal-
iper bracket by inserting the wheel
axle from the left-hand side.
TIP


Make sure that the retainer on the
brake caliper bracket is inserted
into the slot in the swingarm.

Make sure that there is enough
space between the brake pads be-
fore installing the wheel.2. Install the drive chain onto the rear
sprocket.
3. Install the washer and the axle nut,
and then lower the rear wheel so
that it is on the ground.
4. Adjust the drive chain slack. (See
page 6-25.)
5. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.
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Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha motorcycles receive
a thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur dur-
ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,
compression, or ignition systems, for
example, can cause poor starting and
loss of power.
The following troubleshooting charts
represent quick and easy procedures
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your motorcycle
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the motorcycle
properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look like
Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi-
or, have a shorter service life and can
lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING

EWA15141
When checking the fuel system, do
not smoke, and make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, including pilot lights from water
1. Brake caliper bracket
2. Retainer
3. Slot
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
125 Nm (12.5 m·kgf, 90.4 ft·lbf)
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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9 off any detergent residue using
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.


Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.

Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.

For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leavescratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing compound after
washing.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive in
combination with water, carry out the
following steps after each ride in the
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed
roads.
TIP

Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may
remain well into spring.
1. Clean the motorcycle with cold wa-
ter and a mild detergent, after the
engine has cooled down.
NOTICE:
Do not use warm water
since it increases the corrosive
action of the salt.
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2. Apply a corrosion protection spray
on all metal, including chrome- and
nickel-plated, surfaces to prevent
corrosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois
or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain
and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stain-
less-steel parts, including the ex-
haust system. (Even the thermally
induced discoloring of stain-
less-steel exhaust systems can be
removed through polishing.)