2013 YAMAHA WR 250R Owners Manual

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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including chrome- and nickel-plat-
ed, surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry completely before storing or covering it.
WARNING
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Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.

If necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac-
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher
speeds, test the motorcycle’s
braking performance and cor-nering behavior.
NOTICE
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
Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off any excess.

Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.

Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wearaway the paint.
TIP
Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad-
vice on what products to use.

Washing, rainy weather or humid
climates can cause the headlight
lens to fog. Turning the headlight
on for a short period of time will
help remove the moisture from thelens.
EAU43202
Storage Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover. Be
sure the engine and the exhaust sys-
tem are cool before covering the motor-
cycle.NOTICE
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
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.

To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Care” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
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9stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
3. Perform the following steps to pro- tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap. WARNING! To
prevent damage or injury
from sparking, make sure to
ground the spark plug elec-
trodes while turning the en-
gine over.
[EWA10951]

4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand/
centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0  C (30 F) or more than 30
 C (90 F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-33.
TIPMake any necessary repairs beforestoring the motorcycle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:Overall length: 2180 mm (85.8 in)
Overall width: 810 mm (31.9 in)
Overall height: 1230 mm (48.4 in)
Seat height:
930 mm (36.6 in)
Wheelbase: 1420 mm (55.9 in)
Ground clearance: 300 mm (11.81 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2300 mm (90.6 in)Weight:Curb weight: 134 kg (295 lb)Engine:Engine type: Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Single cylinder
Displacement:
250 cm
3
Bore  stroke:
77.0  53.6 mm (3.03  2.11 in)
Compression ratio: 11.80 : 1
Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
Type: SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40,
20W-40 or 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO stan-
dard MA
Engine oil quantity: Without oil filter element replacement:
1.30 L (1.37 US qt, 1.14 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement: 1.40 L (1.48 US qt, 1.23 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark): 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes): 0.90 L (0.95 US qt, 0.79 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Wet element
Fuel:Recommended fuel: Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol
(E10) acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity:
8.0 L (2.11 US gal, 1.76 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 2.1 L (0.55 US gal, 0.46 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark: 3D71 10Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model: NGK/CR9EK
Spark plug gap: 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)Clutch:Clutch type: Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction ratio:
3.120 (78/25)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: 3.308 (43/13)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
–20 –10 0 1020 30 40 50 C
10 30 50 70 90 110
0 130 F
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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Gear ratio:
1st: 2.642 (37/14)
2nd: 1.813 (29/16)
3rd: 1.318 (29/22)
4th:
1.040 (26/25)
5th: 0.889 (24/27)
6th: 0.786 (22/28)
Chassis:Frame type: Semi double cradle
Caster angle: 26.67 
Trail:
111 mm (4.4 in)Front tire:Type: With tube
Size:
80/100-21M/C 51P
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/TW-301 FRear tire:Type:
With tube
Size: 120/80-18M/C 62P
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/TW-302 F
Loading:Maximum load: 185 kg (408 lb)
* (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition: 0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm
2, 18 psi)
Rear:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm2, 25 psi)
Loading condition: 90–185 kg (198–408 lb)
Front:
150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm2, 22 psi)
Rear:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm2, 29 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type: Spoke wheel
Rim size:
21x1.60Rear wheel:Wheel type: Spoke wheel
Rim size:
18x2.15Front brake:Type: Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type: Single disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type: Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel: 270.0 mm (10.63 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 270.0 mm (10.63 in)Electrical system:Ignition system: TCI
Charging system: AC magnetoBattery:Model: YTZ7S
Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 6.0 Ah
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Headlight:Bulb type: Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage  quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60.0 W/55.0 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: LED
Fuses:Main fuse: 30.0 A
Headlight 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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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Identification numbers Record the vehicle identification num-
ber and model label information in the
spaces provided below for assistance
when ordering spare parts from a
Yamaha dealer or for reference in case
the vehicle is stolen.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26400
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.TIPThe vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in yourarea.
EAU26460
Model label
The model label is affixed to the loca-
tion shown. Record the information on
this label in the space provided. This in-
formation will be needed when ordering
spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
1. Vehicle identification number
1
1. Model label
1
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INDEX
AAir filter element and check hose,
cleaning ................................................. 6-17
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................... 6-38BBattery ..................................................... 6-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating .............................................. 6-30
Brake fluid, changing ............................... 6-27
Brake fluid level, checking ....................... 6-26
Brake lever .............................................. 3-10
Brake lever free play, adjusting ............... 6-23
Brake light switches ................................. 6-25
Brake pedal ............................................. 3-10
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ..... 6-30CCables, checking and lubricating ............. 6-29
Care ........................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converter ................................... 3-13
Clutch lever................................................ 3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .............. 6-22
Coolant .................................................... 6-14
Coolant temperature warning light............. 3-2DDimmer switch ........................................... 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ....... 6-28
Drive chain slack ..................................... 6-27EEngine break-in ......................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed ................................. 6-19
Engine oil and oil filter element................ 6-12
Engine stop switch..................................... 3-9
Engine trouble warning light ...................... 3-3
EXUP system .......................................... 3-18
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ...... 6-25
Front fork, adjusting ................................ 3-14
Front fork, bleeding ................................. 3-16
Front fork, checking................................. 6-31
Fuel ......................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing .......... 5-3
Fuel level warning light .............................. 3-2
Fuel tank cap........................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-34HHandlebar switches ................................... 3-8
Headlight bulb, replacing......................... 6-35
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 lights and warning lights ............. 3-2LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........... 6-37MMain switch/steering lock .......................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubricatio n, periodic....... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ..... 6-3
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-1
Multi-function display................................. 3-3NNeutral indicator light ................................ 3-2PPanels, removing and installing ................ 6-8
Parking ...................................................... 5-4 Part locations .............................................2-1
SSafety information ......................................1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-13
Shifting .......................................................5-2
Shift pedal ................................................3-10
Shift pedal, checking................................ 6-24
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .......3-17
Sidestand .................................................3-19
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ........6-31
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-11
Specifications.............................................8-1
Starting the engine.....................................5-1
Start switch ................................................3-9
Steering, checking ................................... 6-32
Storage ......................................................7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .......................6-38
Swingarm pivots, lubricating .................... 6-31TTail/brake light ......................................... 6-36
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-29
Throttle grip free play, checking............... 6-19
Tires ......................................................... 6-20
Tool kit .......................................................6-2
Troubleshooting ....................................... 6-42
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-43
Turn signal indicator light ...........................3-2
Turn signal light bul b, replacing ............... 6-37
Turn signal switch ......................................3-9VValve clearance ....................................... 6-20
Vehicle identificat ion number .....................9-1
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Wheel (front) ............................................6-39
Wheel (rear) .............................................6-40
Wheels .....................................................6-22
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