2017 YAMAHA WR 250F Owners Manual

OWNER’S SERVICE MANUALMANUEL D’ATELIER DU PROPRIETAIRE
WR250F
WR250FH
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2017
WR250F
WR250FH 2017
q Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
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PRINTED IN JAPAN
2016.04—0.7 × 1 !(E, F)
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Q Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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WR250FH
2017
WR250F
2GB-28199-72-E0
OWNER’S SERVICE MANUAL
OWNER’S SERVICE MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.

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WR250F
WR250FH
OWNER’S SERVICE MANUAL
©2016 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
First edition, April 2016
All rights reserved.
Any reproduction or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a Yamaha WR series. This model is the culmination of Yama-
ha's vast experience in the production of pacesetting racing machines. It represents the highest
grade of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader.
This manual explains operation, inspection, basic maintenance and tuning of your machine. If you
have any questions about this manual or your machine, please contact your Yamaha dealer.
The design and manufacture of this Yamaha machine fully comply with the emissions standards for
clean air applicable at the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing
the performance or economy of operation of the machine. To maintain these high standards, it is im-
portant that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance
schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual.
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Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual
contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor
discrepancies between your machine and this manual. If you have any questions concerning this
manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
EWA
WARNING
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS
MACHINE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED A
SATISFACTORY KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES AND UNTIL
YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES. REGULAR INSPEC-
TIONS AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE, ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS, WILL ENSURE
THAT YOU SAFETY ENJOY THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MACHINE.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid
damage to the vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICE
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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.

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
In this manual, descriptions of installation, removal, disassembly, assembly, check, and adjustment
procedures are laid out with the individual steps in sequential order.
• The manual is divided into chapters and each chapter is divided into sections. The current section
title “1” is shown at the top of each page.
• Sub-section titles “2” appear in smaller print than the section title.
• To help identify parts and clarify procedure steps, there are exploded diagrams “3” at the start of
each removal and disassembly section.
• Numbers “4” are given in the order of the jobs in the exploded diagram. A number indicates a re-
moval or a disassembly step.
• Symbols “5” indicate parts to be lubricated or replaced.
Refer to “SYMBOLS”.
• A job instruction chart “6” accompanies the exploded diagram, providing the order of jobs, the
names of parts, the notes in jobs, etc.
• Jobs “7” requiring more information (such as special tools and technical data) are described se-
quentially.
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7 3 4
6
2
5