User manual YAMAHA VIRAGO 250-2004

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL XV250S XV250SC LIT-11626-17-28 2UJ-28199-1C EAU10041 INTRODUCTION EAU10080 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha XV250/XV250C. This model is the result of Yamaha's vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents 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 motorcycle. [. . . ] Install the engine oil drain bolt, and then tighten it to the specified torque. In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the engine oil also lubricates the clutch), do not mix any chemical additives. Do not use oils with a diesel specification of "CD" or oils of a higher quality than specified. In addition, do not use oils labeled "ENERGY CONSERVING II" or higher. 6-11 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR G Make sure that no foreign material enters the crankcase. EAU32730 Cleaning the air filter element The air filter element should be cleaned at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Clean the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. Remove the bolts and loosen the air filter joint clamp screw. 9. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, immediately turn the engine off and check for the cause. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil level and correct it if necessary. 1. Disconnect the hoses from the air filter case, and then remove the air filter case. 6 1. Air filter case 6-12 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 3. Remove the air filter case cover by removing the screws. Remove the sponge material from the air filter element frame, clean it with solvent, and then squeeze the remaining solvent out. Pull the sponge material over the air filter element frame. Insert the element into the air filter case, and then tighten the wing nut. ECA10480 CAUTION: G G 1. Remove the air filter element by removing the wing nut. Air filter element frame Make sure that the air filter element is properly seated in the air filter case. The engine should never be operated without the air filter element installed, otherwise the piston(s) and/or cylinder(s) may become excessively worn. 6. Apply oil of the recommended type to the entire surface of the sponge material, and then squeeze the excess oil out. NOTE: The air filter element should be wet but not dripping. 1. Install the air filter case cover by installing the screws. Connect the hoses to the air filter case. Install the air filter case onto the air filter joint, and then tighten the air filter joint clamp screw. [. . . ] 6-25 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15 Tool kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-36 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-37 Turn signal indicator light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 D Dimmer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]