2010 YAMAHA WR 250R AUX

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-33
Tail/brake light .............................. 6-35
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-35
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-36
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ... 6-36
Supporting the motorcycle ............ 6-37
Front wheel ................................... 6-37
Rear wheel ................................... 6-38
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-40
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
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-1
3
EAU10460
Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
EAU38530
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight, li-
cense plate light and auxiliary light
come on, and the engine can be start-
ed. The key cannot be removed.TIPThe headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays on
until the key is turned to “OFF”, even if
the engine stalls.
EAU10661
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10061
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
EAU10683
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.1. Push.
2. Turn.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-36
6
EAU24313
Replacing the license plate
light bulb 1. Remove the license plate light unit
by removing the screws.
2. Remove the license plate light bulb
socket (together with the bulb) by
pulling it out.3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the license plate light unit by
installing the screws.
EAU45222
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re-
place it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit. (See
page 6-33.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light socket
(together with the bulb) by pulling it
out.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the auxiliary light socket (to-
gether with the bulb) by pushing it
in.
6. Install the headlight unit.
1. Screw
1
1. License plate light unit
2. License plate light bulb socket
12
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket
1
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Headlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55 W
Tail/brake light:
LED
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
Meter lighting:
EL (Electroluminescent)
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LEDFuses:Main fuse:
30.0 AHeadlight fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
7.5 A
Radiator fan fuse:
7.5 A
Fuel injection system fuse:
7.5 A
Backup fuse:
7.5 A
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INDEXAAir filter element and check hose,
cleaning .............................................. 6-16
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-36BBattery................................................... 6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-25
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-24
Brake lever ............................................ 3-10
Brake lever free play, adjusting............. 6-22
Brake light switches .............................. 6-23
Brake pedal ........................................... 3-10
Brake pedal, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-29CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-27
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 3-13
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-21
Coolant.................................................. 6-13
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-2DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-27
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-25EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed............................... 6-17
Engine oil and oil filter element ............. 6-10
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-9
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-3EXUP system ....................................... 3-18
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-23
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 3-14
Front fork, bleeding............................... 3-16
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-30
Fuel....................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel level warning light ........................... 3-2
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 3-11
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-32HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-33
Helmet holder ....................................... 3-14
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-9IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-19
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-2LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-36MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-2
Matte color, caution ................................ 7-1
Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function display .............................. 3-3NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-2PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-7Parking .................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-13
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 3-10
Shift pedal, checking ............................. 6-23
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-17
Sidestand .............................................. 3-19
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-29
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-9
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-9
Steering, checking................................. 6-30
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-37
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-29TTail/brake light ....................................... 6-35
Throttle cable free play, checking ......... 6-18
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-28
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-40
Troubleshooting charts.......................... 6-41
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-35
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-9VValve clearance..................................... 6-18
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1
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