2011 YAMAHA WR 250R brake fluid

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY 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 lights 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 ........ 3-19FOR 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 ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-8
Checking the spark plug ............... 6-11
Engine oil and oil filter element .... 6-12
Coolant ......................................... 6-14
Cleaning the air filter element
and check hose ......................... 6-17
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-19
Checking the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 6-19
Valve clearance ............................ 6-20
Tires ............................................. 6-20Spoke wheels ............................... 6-22
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 6-22
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-23
Checking the shift pedal ............... 6-24
Brake light switches ...................... 6-24
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................. 6-25
Checking the brake fluid level ....... 6-25
Changing the brake fluid ............... 6-26
Drive chain slack ........................... 6-27
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................. 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ................ 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............. 6-29
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal ................................ 6-30
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand ................................... 6-30
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ......................................... 6-31
Checking the front fork .................. 6-31
Checking the steering ................... 6-32
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 6-32
Battery .......................................... 6-32
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-25)
2. Air filter element (page 6-17)
3. Rear brake light switch (page 6-24)
4. Bleed screw (page 3-16)
5. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-12)
6. Engine oil level check window (page 6-12)
7. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting knob
(page 3-17)
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
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Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided inthis manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.3-11
Engine oil• Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-12
Coolant• Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage.6-14
Front brake• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-23, 6-25
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Rear brake• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-25
Clutch• Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.6-22
Throttle grip• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate
cable and grip housing.6-19, 6-29
Control cables• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-29
Drive chain• Check chain slack.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary.6-27, 6-28
Wheels and tires• Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.6-20, 6-22
Shift pedal• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Correct if necessary.6-24
Brake pedal• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.6-30
Brake and clutch levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-29
Sidestand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-30 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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General maintenance and lubrication chart 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)
1Air filter element• Clean.
• Replace.
2Clutch• Check operation.
• Adjust.
3*Front brake• Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage.
• Adjust brake lever free play.
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
4*Rear brake• Check operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage.
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
5*Brake hoses• Check for cracks or damage.
• Check for correct routing and
clamping.
• Replace. Every 4 years
6*Wheels• Check runout, spoke tightness
and for damage.
• Tighten spokes if necessary.
7*Tires• Check tread depth and for
damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
8*Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or
damage.
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TIP
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
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Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake
fluid.• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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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 wear
indicator 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 groove, which allows
you to check the brake pad wear with-
out having to disassemble the brake.
To check the brake pad wear, check
the wear indicator groove. If a brake
pad has worn to the point that the wear
indicator groove almost appears, have
a Yamaha dealer replace the brake
pads as a set.
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Checking the brake fluid level Front brake
Rear brake
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake system, possibly caus-
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove11
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove
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1. Minimum level mark
1. Minimum level mark11
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9ing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:
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When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.
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Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.
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Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.
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Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake fluid reservoir when
refilling. Water will significantlylower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.
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Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
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As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
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Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the TIP after the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition, have
the oil seals of the master cylinders and
calipers as well as the brake hoses re-
placed at the intervals listed below or
whenever they are damaged or leak-
ing.
Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
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Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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