charging YAMAHA WR 250R 2009 Owners Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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EAU23290
Checking the wheel bearings
The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
EAU46340
Battery
The battery is located behind panel D.
(See page 6-7.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to be
checked and, if necessary, securely
fastened.
WARNING

EWA10760

Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severeburns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.

EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.

INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.

EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.

Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.

KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To charge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
1. Negative battery lead (black)
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Battery
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SPECIFICATIONS
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89 Gear ratio:

1st:
37/14 (2.642)
2nd:
29/16 (1.813)
3rd:
29/22 (1.318)
4th:
26/25 (1.040)
5th:
24/27 (0.888)
6th:
22/28 (0.786)
Chassis:
Frame type:
Semi double cradle
Caster angle:
26.67 °
Trail:
111.0 mm (4.37 in)
Front tire:
Type:
With tube
Size:
80/100-21M/C 51P
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TW-301 F
Rear tire:
Type:
With tube
Size:
120/80-18M/C 62PManufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/TW-302 F
Loading:
Maximum load:
185 kg (408 lb)
* (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
125 kPa (1.25 kgf/cm
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, 18 psi)
Rear:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm
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, 25 psi)
Loading condition:
90–185 kg (198–408 lb)
Front:
150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm
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, 22 psi)
Rear:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm
2

, 29 psi)
Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
21x1.60
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
18x2.15
Front brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
270.0 mm (10.63 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
270.0 mm (10.63 in)
Electrical system:
Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magneto