Yamaha 2008 WR250R User Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU23100
Checking and lubricating the
cables
The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING
EWA10720
Damage to the outer sheath may in-
terfere with proper cable operation
and will cause the inner cable to
rust. Replace a damaged cable as
soon as possible to prevent unsafe
conditions.
EAU23111
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable
The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart.
EAU44271
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals
The operation of the brake and shift
pedals should be checked before each
ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil

Yamaha 2008 WR250R Specifications

General

Displacement	250cc
Bore x Stroke	77.0mm x 53.6mm
Compression Ratio	11.8:1
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Final Drive	Chain
Front Tire	80/100-21
Rear Tire	120/80-18
Fuel Capacity	2.0 gal
Seat Height	36.6 in
Wet Weight	295 lb
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valve single
Ignition	TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
Transmission	6-speed
Front Suspension	Inverted fork, fully adjustable; 10.6-in travel
Rear Suspension	Single shock, fully adjustable; 10.6-in travel
Front Brake	Hydraulic disc, 250mm
Rear Brake	Hydraulic disc, 230mm
Wheelbase	55.9 in
Ground Clearance	11.8 in