Yamaha XT250 2021 Owner's Manual

Table of contentsLocation of important labels........... 1-1Safety information ........................... 2-1Description ....................................... 3-1Left view ......................................... 3-1Right view ....................................... 3-2Controls and instruments................ 3-3Instrument and control functions... 4-1Main switch/steering lock................ 4-1Indicator lights and warninglights............................................ 4-2Multi-function display ...................... 4-3Handlebar switches ........................ 4-5Clutch lever..................................... 4-6Shift pedal....................................... 4-7Brake lever ..................................... 4-7Brake pedal .................................... 4-7Fuel tank cap .................................. 4-8Fuel................................................. 4-8Seat .............................................. 4-10Helmet holder ............................... 4-10Adjusting the shock absorberassembly ................................... 4-11Sidestand...................................... 4-12Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 4-13For your safety – pre-operationchecks............................................... 5-1Operation and important ridingpoints................................................ 6-1Engine break-in .............................. 6-1Starting the engine ......................... 6-2Shifting ........................................... 6-3Parking ........................................... 6-4Periodic maintenance andadjustment ....................................... 7-1Tool kit............................................ 7-2Periodic maintenance chart for theemission control system ............. 7-3General maintenance andlubrication chart .......................... 7-5Removing and installing thecowling and panels ..................... 7-9Checking the spark plug............... 7-11Canister (for California) ................ 7-13Engine oil and oil filter element .... 7-13Why Yamalube............................. 7-15Replacing the air filter elementand cleaning the check hose .... 7-16Cleaning the spark arrester.......... 7-17Checking the engine idlingspeed ........................................ 7-18Checking the throttle grip freeplay ........................................... 7-18Valve clearance............................ 7-18Tires ............................................. 7-19Spoke wheels............................... 7-20Adjusting the clutch lever freeplay........................................... 7-21Adjusting the brake lever freeplay........................................... 7-22Brake light switches ..................... 7-23Checking the front and rearbrake pads................................ 7-23Checking the brake fluid level...... 7-24Changing the brake fluid.............. 7-25Drive chain slack.......................... 7-25Cleaning and lubricating thedrive chain ................................ 7-27Checking and lubricating thecables ....................................... 7-27Checking and lubricating thethrottle grip and cable............... 7-28Checking and lubricating thebrake and shift pedals .............. 7-28Checking and lubricating thebrake and clutch levers ............ 7-29Checking and lubricating thesidestand .................................. 7-29Lubricating the rear suspension... 7-30Lubricating the swingarmpivots ........................................ 7-30Checking the front fork................. 7-30Checking the steering .................. 7-31Checking the wheel bearings....... 7-31Battery ......................................... 7-32Replacing the fuses ..................... 7-33Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 7-34