Yamaha TT-R Manuel utilisateur

PRINTED IN JAPAN

2002·5–0.6×1(E) !

PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

OWNER’S MANUAL

5GF-28199-14

LIT-11626-16-24

TTR250R(C)

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EAU00000 INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha TTR250R. This model is the result of Yamaha’s

vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It repre-

sents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these

fields.

This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of

this machine. If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your machine,

please consult a Yamaha dealer.

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:

The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY

IS INVOLVED!

Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death

to the machine operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the

machine.

A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage

to the machine.

A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

NOTE:

8This manual should be considered a permanent part of this machine and should remain with

it even if the machine is subsequently sold.

8Yamaha 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 ques-

tions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE “YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS”

BOOKLET CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE. DO

NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTAINED ADEQUATE

KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTROLS AND OPERATING FEATURES AND UNTIL YOU HAVE

BEEN TRAINED IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES. REGULAR INSPECTIONS

AND CAREFUL MAINTENANCE, ALONG WITH GOOD RIDING SKILLS, WILL ENSURE THAT

YOU SAFELY ENJOY THE CAPABILITIES AND THE RELIABILITY OF THIS MACHINE.

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THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED FOR OFF-ROAD USE ONLY. IT IS

ILLEGAL TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE ON ANY PUBLIC STREET, ROAD OR HIGHWAY.

SUCH USE IS PROHIBITED BY LAW. THIS MACHINE COMPLIES WITH ALMOST ALL

STATE OFF-HIGHWAY NOISE LEVEL AND SPARK ARRESTER LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

PLEASE CHECK YOUR LOCAL RIDING LAWS AND REGULATIONS BEFORE OPERATING

THIS MACHINE.

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TTR250R

OWNER’S MANUAL

1st edition, April 2002

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in Japan.

P/N LIT-11626-16-24

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EAU00009 TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION ...................................1-1

Safe riding .......................................................1-1

Protective apparel ...........................................1-2

Modifications ...................................................1-3

Loading and accessories ................................1-3

Gasoline and exhaust gas ...............................1-5

Location of important labels ............................1-7

DESCRIPTION ...................................................2-1

Left view ..........................................................2-1

Right view ........................................................2-2

Controls and instruments ................................2-3

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL

FUNCTIONS ......................................................3-1

Main switch .....................................................3-1

Tripmeter .........................................................3-1

Handlebar switches .........................................3-1

Clutch lever .....................................................3-2

Shift pedal .......................................................3-2

Brake lever ......................................................3-3

Brake pedal .....................................................3-3

Fuel tank cap ...................................................3-3

Fuel .................................................................3-4

Fuel tank breather hose ..................................3-5

Fuel cock .........................................................3-5

Starter (choke) knob ........................................3-6

Seat .................................................................3-7

Adjusting the front fork ....................................3-7

Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ........3-10

Starting circuit cut-off system ........................3-12

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .............................4-1

Pre-operation check list ...................................4-1

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING

POINTS ..............................................................5-1

Starting and warming up a cold engine ...........5-1

Starting a warm engine ...................................5-3

Shifting ............................................................5-3

Engine break-in ...............................................5-4

Parking ............................................................5-5

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR

REPAIR ..............................................................6-1

Owner’s tool kit ................................................6-1

Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ....6-2

Removing and installing the cowling and

panels ..........................................................6-5

Checking the spark plug ..................................6-6

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Engine oil and oil filter element .......................6-8

Cleaning the air filter element .......................6-12

Cleaning the spark arrester ...........................6-13

Adjusting the carburetor ................................6-14

Adjusting the throttle cable free play .............6-14

Adjusting the valve clearance .......................6-15

Tires ..............................................................6-15

Spoke wheels ................................................6-17

Accessories and replacement parts ..............6-18

Adjusting the clutch lever free play ...............6-19

Adjusting the brake lever free play ................6-19

Adjusting the brake pedal position ................6-20

Checking the front and rear brake pads ........6-21

Checking the brake fluid level .......................6-21

Changing the brake fluid ...............................6-22

Drive chain slack ...........................................6-23

Lubricating the drive chain ............................6-24

Checking and lubricating the cables .............6-25

Checking and lubricating the throttle grip

and cable ...................................................6-26

Checking and lubricating the brake and

shift pedals .................................................6-26

Checking and lubricating the brake and

clutch levers ...............................................6-26

Checking and lubricating the sidestand ........6-27

Checking the front fork ..................................6-27

Checking the steering ...................................6-28

Checking the wheel bearings ........................6-28

Battery ...........................................................6-29

Replacing the fuse .......................................6-30

Replacing the headlight bulb .........................6-31

Replacing the taillight bulb ............................6-33

Supporting the machine ................................6-33

Front wheel ...................................................6-34

Rear wheel ....................................................6-36

Troubleshooting ............................................6-38

Troubleshooting chart ...................................6-39

MACHINE CARE AND STORAGE ....................7-1

Care ................................................................7-1

Storage ............................................................7-4

SPECIFICATIONS .............................................8-1

Specifications ..................................................8-1

CONSUMER INFORMATION ............................9-1

Identification numbers .....................................9-1

Key identification number ................................9-1

Vehicle identification number ..........................9-1

Model label ......................................................9-2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Motorcycle noise regulation ............................9-3

Maintenance record ........................................9-5

Off-road motorcycle limited warranty ..............9-7

Yamaha extended service (Y.E.S.) .................9-9

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QSAFETY INFORMATION

MACHINES ARE SINGLE TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE AND OPERATION ARE DEPEN-

DENT UPON THE USE OF PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE EXPERTISE OF

THE OPERATOR. EVERY OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS

BEFORE RIDING THIS MACHINE.

HE OR SHE SHOULD:

1. OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUCTIONS FROM A COMPETENT SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS

OF MACHINE OPERATION.

2. OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS IN THE OWNER’S MAN-

UAL.

3. OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES.

4. OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED BY THE OWNER’S MANUAL

AND/OR WHEN MADE NECESSARY BY MECHANICAL CONDITIONS.

Safe riding

1. Always make pre-operation checks. Careful checks may help prevent an accident.

2. This machine is designed for off-road use only, therefore, it is illegal to operate it on public

streets, roads, or highways. Off-road use on public lands may be illegal. Please check local regu-

lations before riding.

3. This machine is designed to carry the operator only. No passengers.

4. Many accidents involve inexperienced operators.

a. Make sure that you are qualified and that you only lend your machine to other qualified opera-

tors.

b. Know your skills and limits. Staying within your limits may help you to avoid an accident.

5. Many accidents have been caused by error of the machine operator. A typical error made by the

operator is veering wide on a turn due to EXCESSIVE SPEED or undercornering (insufficient

lean angle for the speed). Never travel faster than warranted by conditions.

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