Yamaha Star 250 Xv250y C Owners Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Rear wheel 
EAU32751
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of itfalling over.
1. Remove the axle nut cotter pin.
2. Loosen the chain puller locknut
and the drive chain slack adjusting
nut on both ends of the swingarm.3. Loosen the axle nut and the brake
torque rod nut at the brake shoe
plate.
4. Lift the rear wheel off the ground
according to the procedure on
page 7-33.
5. Remove...

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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74. Install the axle nut, and then lower
the rear wheel so that it is on the
ground.
5. Adjust the drive chain slack. (See
page 7-23.)
6. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque, and then insert a new
cotter pin into the axle nut.
WARNING! Always use a new
cotter pin for the axle nut.
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7. Adjust the brake pedal position
and free play. (See page 7-20.)
WARNING
EWA10660
After adjusting the brake pedal free
play, check the operation of thebrake...

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Troubleshooting chart 
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wet
Dry
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the 
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have...

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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Matte color caution NOTICE
ECA15192
Some models are equipped with
matte colored finished parts. Be
sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use be-
fore cleaning the vehicle. Using a
brush, harsh chemical products or
cleaning compounds when cleaning
these parts will scratch or damage
their surface. Wax also should not
be applied to any matte colored fin-ished parts.
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Care While the open design of a motorcycle
reveals the...

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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8 contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.


Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.


For motorcycles...

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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84. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal,
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
EWA11131
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.

Make sure that there is...

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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8 3. Drain the carburetor float cham-
bers by loosening the drain bolts;
this will prevent fuel deposits from
building up. Pour the drained fuel
into the fuel tank.
4. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel
stabilizer (if available) to prevent
the fuel tank from rusting and the
fuel from deteriorating.
5. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug caps
and spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil...

SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:Overall length:
2190 mm (86.2 in)
Overall width:
815 mm (32.1 in)
Overall height:
1140 mm (44.9 in)
Seat height:
685 mm (27.0 in)
Wheelbase:
1490 mm (58.7 in)
Ground clearance:
145 mm (5.71 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2800 mm (110.2 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
XV250Y 147.0 kg (324 lb)
XV250YC 148.0 kg (326 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
V-type 2-cylinder
Displacement:
249.0 cm³
Bore × stroke:
49.0 × 66.0 mm (1.93 × 2.60 in)...

SPECIFICATIONS
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3rd:
29/23 (1.261)
4th:
26/26 (1.000)
5th:
23/28 (0.821)
Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle:
32.00 °
Trail:
120.0 mm (4.72 in)Front tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
3.00-18 47P
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-916Rear tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
130/90-15M/C 66P
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-915Loading:Maximum load:
XV250Y 196 kg (432 lb)
XV250YC 195 kg (430 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and 
accessories)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold 
tires):Loading...

SPECIFICATIONS
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Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 60 W/55.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 8.0 W/27.0 W × 1
Front turn signal/position light:
12 V, 27 W/8.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 27.0 W × 2
Meter lighting:
14 V, 3.0 W × 1
Neutral indicator light:
14 V, 3.0 W × 1
High beam indicator light:
12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Turn signal indicator light:
14 V, 3.0 W × 1Fuses:Main fuse:
20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
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