User manual YAMAHA YZ250LC-2006

[. . . ] If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer. AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE: G READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOTORCYCLE. MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. G PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS ON THE MOTORCYCLE. [. . . ] Observe the condition of the engine carefully during operation. OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS G If any engine trouble should occur during the engine break-in period, immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. EAU17190 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then turn the fuel cock lever to "OFF". EWA10310 WARNING G G 5 Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch them. Do not park on a slope or on soft ground, otherwise the vehicle may overturn. 5-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU17240 Safety is an obligation of the owner. Periodic inspection, adjustment and lubrication will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition possible. The most important points of inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are explained on the following pages. The intervals given in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart should be simply considered as a general guide under normal riding conditions. However, DEPENDING ON THE WEATHER, TERRAIN, GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION, AND INDIVIDUAL USE, THE MAINTENANCE INTERVALS MAY NEED TO BE SHORTENED. EWA10320 6 WARNING If you are not familiar with maintenance work, have a Yamaha dealer do it for you. 6-1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU41795 Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart The following chart is intended as a general guide to maintenance and lubrication. Bear in mind that such factors as weather, terrain, geographical location, and individual usage will alter the required maintenance and lubrication intervals. If you are in doubt as to what intervals to follow in maintaining and lubricating your motorcycle, consult your Yamaha dealer. NOTE: G From the seventh race, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from "Every race". G Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. NO. ITEM ROUTINE · Check piston for carbon deposits and cracks or damage. · Correct or tighten if necessary. Every 2 years After break-in Every race Every Every third race fifth race As required 13 * Carburetor 14 Spark plug 15 * Drive chain 6 6-4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR NO. ITEM · · · · · ROUTINE Adjust lever position and pedal height. Tighten brake disk bolts, caliper bolts, master cylinder bolts and union bolts. After break-in Every race Every Every third race fifth race As required 21 * Brakes · Replace brake pads. · Check operation and for oil leakage. · Clean dust seal and lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Shock absorber assem23 * bly · Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every year 22 * Front fork 6 (After washing the motorcycle or riding in the rain) 6-5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR NO. ITEM Drive chain roller and support guide ROUTINE · Check for wear or damage. · Check operation and tighten if necessary. [. . . ] 6-23 Tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15 Transmission oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30 Troubleshooting charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]