2016 YAMAHA WR 250F open gas tank

EAS2GB7005
SAFETY INFORMATION
THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED STRICTLY FOR COMPETITION USE, ONLY ON A CLOSED
COURSE. It is illegal for this machine to be operated on any public street, road, or highway. Off-road
use on public lands may also be illegal. Please check local regulations before riding.
• THIS MACHINE IS TO BE OPERATED BY AN EXPERIENCED RIDER ONLY.
Do not attempt to operate this machine at maximum power until you are totally familiar with its char-
acteristics.
• THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED TO BE RIDDEN BY THE OPERATOR ONLY.
Do not carry passengers on this machine.
• ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE APPAREL.
When operating this machine, always wear an approved helmet with goggles or a face shield. Also
wear heavy boots, gloves, and protective clothing. Always wear proper fitting clothing that will not
be caught in any of the moving parts or controls of the machine.
• ALWAYS MAINTAIN YOUR MACHINE IN PROPER WORKING ORDER.
For safety and reliability, the machine must be properly maintained. Always perform the pre-oper-
ation checks indicated in this manual.
Correcting a mechanical problem before you ride may prevent an accident.
• GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.
Always turn off the engine while refueling. Take care to not spill any gasoline on the engine or ex-
haust system. Never refuel in the vicinity of an open flame, or while smoking.
• GASOLINE CAN CAUSE INJURY.
If you should swallow some gasoline, inhale excess gasoline vapors, or allow any gasoline to get
into your eyes, contact a doctor immediately. If any gasoline spills onto your skin or clothing, imme-
diately wash skin areas with soap and water, and change your clothes.
• ONLY OPERATE THE MACHINE IN AN AREA WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION.
Never start the engine or let it run for any length of time in an enclosed area. Exhaust fumes are
poisonous. These fumes contain carbon monoxide, which by itself is odorless and colorless. Car-
bon monoxide is a dangerous gas which can cause unconsciousness or can be lethal.
• PARK THE MACHINE CAREFULLY; TURN OFF THE ENGINE.
Always turn off the engine if you are going to leave the machine. Do not park the machine on a slope
or soft ground as it may fall over.
• THE ENGINE, EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER WILL BE VERY HOT AFTER THE ENGINE HAS
BEEN RUN.
Be careful not to touch them or to allow any clothing item to contact them during inspection or repair.
• PROPERLY SECURE THE MACHINE BEFORE TRANSPORTING IT.
For safety, drain the gasoline from the fuel tank before transporting the vehicle.

STARTING AND BREAK-IN
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STARTING AND BREAK-IN
EAS2GB7049FUEL
Always use the recommended fuel as stated
below. Also, be sure to use new gasoline the
day of a race.
ECA
NOTICE
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of
leaded gasoline will cause severe damage
to the engine internal parts such as valves,
piston rings, and exhaust system, etc.
TIP
Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use
premium unleaded gasoline with a pump oc-
tane number [(R+M)/2] of 91 or higher, or a re-
search octane number of 95 or higher. If
knocking (or pinging) occurs, use a gasoline of
a different brand.
EWA
WARNING
• For refueling, be sure to stop the engine
and use enough care not to spill any fuel.
Also be sure to avoid refueling close to a
fire.
• Refuel after the engine, exhaust pipe, etc.
have cooled off.
Gasohol (For USA and Canada)
There are two types of gasohol: gasohol con-
taining ethanol and that containing methanol.
Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if the
ethanol content does not exceed 10%. Gasohol
containing methanol is not recommended by
Yamaha because it can cause damage to the
fuel system or vehicle performance problems.
EAS2GB7050HANDLING NOTEEWA
WARNING
Never start or run the engine in a closed ar-
ea. The exhaust fumes are poisonous; they
can cause loss of consciousness and death
in a very short time. Always operate the ma-
chine in a well-ventilated area.
ECA
NOTICE
• Unlike a two-stroke engine, this engine
cannot be kick started when the throttle is
open because the kickstarter may kick
back. Also, if the throttle is open the air/
fuel mixture may be too lean for the engine
to start.
• Before starting the machine, perform the
checks in the pre-operation check list.
EAS2GB7051AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
According to “CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
ELEMENT” section in the CHAPTER 3, apply
the foam-air-filter oil or its equivalent to the ele-
ment. (Excess oil in the element may adversely
affect engine starting.)
EAS2GB7052STARTING A COLD ENGINEECA
NOTICE
For maximum engine life, never accelerate
hard when the engine is cold!
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off system to
enable starting, one of the following conditions
must be met:
• The transmission is in the neutral position.
• The transmission is in gear with the clutch le-
ver pulled.
1. Pull the starter knob/idle screw “1” to its full
length.
TIP
When the ambient temperature is 15°C (59°F)
or below, use the starter knob/idle screw.
2. Completely close the throttle.
3. Start the engine by pushing the start switch.
If the engine fails to start when using the
start switch, release it, wait a few seconds,
and then try again.
Each starting attempt should be as short as
possible to preserve the battery. Do not
crank the engine more than 10 seconds on
any one attempt. If the engine does not start
with the starter motor, try using the kickstart-
er. Recommended fuel
Premium unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity
7.5 L (1.98 US gal, 1.65 lmp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount
1.6 L (0.42 US gal, 0.35 lmp.gal)
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
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EAS2GB7062
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine
Engine type Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Displacement 250 cm
3
Cylinder arrangement Single cylinder
Bore  stroke 77.0  53.6 mm (3.0  2.1 in)
Compression ratio 13.5:1
Starting system Electric starter and kickstarter
Fuel
Recommended fuel Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity 7.5 L (1.98 US gal, 1.65 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount 1.6 L (0.42 US gal, 0.35 Imp.gal)
Engine oil
Lubrication system Wet sump
Recommended brand YAMALUBE
Type SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 15W-40,
SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade API service SG type or higher, JASO standard
MA
Engine oil quantity
Quantity (disassembled) 1.10 L (1.16 US qt, 0.97 Imp.qt)
Without oil filter element replacement 0.83 L (0.88 US qt, 0.73 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement 0.85 L (0.90 US qt, 0.75 Imp.qt)
Oil filter
Oil filter type Paper
Bypass valve opening pressure 40.0–80.0 kPa (0.40–0.80 kgf/cm
2,
5.8–11.6 psi)
Oil pump
Oil pump type Trochoid
Inner-rotor-to-outer-rotor-tip clearance Less than 0.150 mm (0.0059 in)
Limit 0.20 mm (0.0079 in)
Outer-rotor-to-oil-pump-housing clearance 0.13–0.18 mm (0.0051–0.0071 in)
Limit 0.24 mm (0.0094 in)
Oil-pump-housing-to-inner-and-outer-rotor
clearance 0.06–0.11 mm (0.0024–0.0043 in)
Limit 0.17 mm (0.0067 in)
Cooling system
Radiator (including all routes) 1.00 L (1.06 US qt, 0.88 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity 0.56 L (0.60 US qt, 0.50 Imp.qt)
Radiator cap valve opening pressure 107.9–137.3 kPa (1.08–1.37 kg/cm
2,
15.6–19.9 psi)
Radiator core
Width 112.6 mm (4.43 in)
Height 235.0 mm (9.25 in)
Depth 28.0 mm (1.10 in)
Water pump
Water pump type Single suction centrifugal pump
Spark plug(s)
Manufacturer/model NGK/LMAR8G
Spark plug gap 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)