Yamaha BEARTRACKER YFM250XN Owner's Manual

4XE-F8199-13LIT-11626-14-17READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!It contains important safety information.This ATV should not be ridden by anyone under 16 years

E1-1EBU00464LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS

7-37SLIDING AND SKIDDINGCare should be used when riding on looseor slippery surfaces since the ATV mayslide. If unexpected and uncorrected, slid-ing c

7-38With practice, over a period of time, skill atcontrolled sliding can be developed. Theterrain should be chosen carefully beforeattempting such man

7-39WHAT TO DO IF ...This section is designed to be a referenceguide only. Be sure to read each section onriding techniques completely.WHAT TO DO ...●

7-40● If your ATV is traversing a sloping sur-face:Be sure to ride with your weight posi-tioned towards the uphill side of the ATVto maintain proper b

8-1EBU00253PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTPeriodic inspection, adjustment, and lubri-cation will keep your machine in the safestand most efficient

8-21. Tool kit 2. Low-pressure tire gaugeThe service information included in thismanual is intended to provide you, the own-er, with the necessary inf

E8-3EBU00261PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATIONITEM ROUTINEINITIAL EVERY1month3months6months6months1yearValves*• Check valve clearance. • Adjust if neces

8-4E* It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.** Lithium soap base greaseClutch*• Check operation. • Adjust if necessary.Whe

8-5EBU00270*Engine oilEngine oil level measurement1. Place the machine on a level place.2. Warm up the engine for several min-utes and stop it. Wait a

8-6Engine oil replacement and oil filter element cleaning1. Place the machine on a level place.2. Warm up the engine for several min-utes and stop it.

1-21234567891011121314Read and understand all of the labels onyour machine. They contain important in-formation for safe and proper operation ofyour A

8-76. Clean the oil strainer and oil filter withsolvent.7. Inspect the O-ring and replace ifdamaged.8. Reinstall the oil filter, O-ring, oil filtercov

8-8CAUTION:If oil leakage is found, stop the engine im-mediately and check for the cause.Oil pressure check1. Put a cloth around the cylinder.2. Sligh

8-9EBU00278*Final gear oilFinal gear oil measurement1. Place the machine on a level place.2. Remove the oil filler bolt and check theoil level. It sho

8-102. Place the machine on a level place.3. Place a container under the final gearcase.4. Remove the oil filler bolt and the drainplug to drain the o

8-11EBU00286Spark plug inspectionThe spark plug is an important enginecomponent and is easy to inspect. Thecondition of the spark plug can indicate th

8-12When installing the spark plug, alwaysclean the gasket surface and use a newgasket. Wipe off any grime from thethreads and tighten to the specifie

8-133. Pull out the air filter element.4. Separate the foam cover from the airfilter element.1. Air filter element 2. Foam cover5. Tap the element lig

8-147. Squeeze the excess water or solventout of the foam cover and let it dry.CAUTION:● Do not twist the foam cover whensqueezing it.● Do not add oil

8-15EBU00296Carburetor adjustmentThe carburetor is a vital part of the engineand requires very sophisticated adjust-ment. Most adjusting should be lef

8-161. Throttle stop screwEBU00303Valve clearance adjustmentThe correct valve clearance changes withuse, resulting in improper fuel/air supplyor engin

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8-17EBU00312Front brake pad inspectionInspect the brake pads for damage andwear. If the thickness is less than the spec-ified value, have a Yamaha dea

8-18EBU00755Brake fluid level inspectionInsufficient brake fluid may let air enter thebrake system, possibly causing the brakesto become ineffective.B

8-19EBU00752*Brake fluid replacement1. Complete fluid replacement should bedone only by trained Yamaha servicepersonnel.2. Have a Yamaha dealer replac

8-20WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDOperating with improperly serviced oradjusted brakes.WHAT CAN HAPPENYou could lose braking ability, whichcould lead to an a

8-21EBU00327*Rear brake adjustmentBrake pedal1. Fully loosen the adjusting nut on thebrake cable.1. Brake cable adjusting nut 2. Brake rod adjusting n

8-222. Turn the adjusting nut on brake cableto provide a gap of 0 ~ 1 mm (0 ~0.04 in) between the cam shaft leverand pin.1. Brake cable adjusting nut

8-23EBU00346Clutch adjustment1. Loosen the locknut.2. Slowly turn the adjusting bolt counter-clockwise until resistance is felt. Then,turn it 1/8 turn

8-24NOTE:Turn the adjusting bolt counterclockwiseto decrease the clutch free play and turn itclockwise to increase the free play.EBU00356Cable inspect

8-25EBU00717Brake lever and brake pedal lubricationLubricate the pivoting parts.Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose grease)

8-26EBU00370Steering shaft lubricationLubricate the pivot points. Use a greasegun.EBU00373Wheel removal1. Elevate the wheel by placing a suitablestand

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8-27EBU00376Wheel installationWhen installing the wheel, reverse the re-moval procedure. Pay attention to the fol-lowing.NOTE:The arrow mark on the

8-28EBU00378BatteryCheck the level of the battery fluid and seeif the terminals are tight. Add distilled wa-ter if the fluid level is low.CAUTION:Do n

8-29WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDFailure to handle batteries or batteryelectrolyte carefully.WHAT CAN HAPPENYou could be poisoned. You could be se-verely bu

8-30EBU00382*Replenishing the battery fluidA poorly maintained battery will corrodeand discharge quickly. The battery fluidshould be checked at least

8-31EBU00390Fuse replacement1. The fuse case is located under theseat.2. If the fuse is blown, turn off the mainswitch and install a new fuse of thesp

8-32EBU00399Replacing the headlight bulbIf the headlight bulb burns out, replace thebulb as follows:1. Remove the headlight cover.1. Headlight cover2.

8-333. Put a new bulb into position and se-cure it in place with the bulb holder.4. Reinstall the cover and headlight cov-er. Adjust the headlight bea

8-34EBU00754Spark arrester cleaningSelect a well-ventilated area free of com-bustible materials and make sure the ex-haust pipe and muffler are cool.1

8-35EBU00412TroubleshootingAlthough Yamaha machines receive a rigidinspection before shipment from the facto-ry, trouble may occur during operation.An

8-36EEBU00440Troubleshooting chart1. FuelCheck if there is fuelin the fuel tank.There is fuel.Turn the fuelcock to “OFF”.Remove thefuel pipe. No fuel.

E2-1EBU00017*SAFETY INFORMATIONAN ATV IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. An ATV handles differ-ently from other vehicles including motorcyc

9-1EBU00419*CLEANING AND STORAGECLEANINGFrequent, thorough cleaning of your ma-chine will not only enhance its appearancebut will improve its general

9-288888888980888888886. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholsterycleaner to keep the cover pliable andglossy.7. Automotive type wax may be appliedto all

9-3EBU00426*STORAGELong term storage (60 days or more) ofyour machine will require some preventiveprocedures to guard against deterioration.After thor

9-47. Remove the battery and charge it.Store it in a dry place and recharge itonce a month. Do not store the batteryin an excessively warm or cold pla

E10-1EBU00428SPECIFICATIONSMODEL YFM250XDimension:Overall lengthOverall widthOverall heightSeat heightWheel baseMinimum ground clearanceMinimum turnin

10-2EEngine oil:TypeQuantity:Periodic oil changeWith oil filter replacementTotal amountSee page 5-71.5 L (1.3 Imp qt, 1.6 US qt)1.6 L (1.4 Imp qt, 1.7

E10-3Clutch type Wet, centrifugal automaticTransmission:Primary reduction systemPrimary reduction ratioSecondary reduction systemSecondary reduction r

10-4EBrake:Front brake typeOperationRear brake typeOperationDual disc brakeRight hand operationDrum brakeLeft hand and right foot operationSuspension:

11-1EBU00430NOISE REGULATIONTAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED:Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The re

12-1EBU00431MAINTENANCE RECORDCopies of work orders and/or receipts for parts you purchase and install will be required todocument maintenance done in

2-2E● Never operate an ATV without wearing an approved motorcycle helmet that fits proper-ly. You should also wear eye protection (goggles or face shi

13-1EBU00432YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. ATV LIMITED WARRANTY

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E14-1EBU00435YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.)

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E14-3EBU00436WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that couldresult in serious injury or death.

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PRINTED IN USA2000 · 5 - 4.0 × 1CR(E)PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPERWARNINGALWAYS:• use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle overturns on hills and r

E2-3● Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this manual. Checkthe terrain carefully before you start up any hill. Never c

2-4E● Always be careful when skidding or sliding. Learn to safely control skidding or sliding bypracticing at low speeds and on level, smooth terrain.

2-5WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDImproper handling of gasoline.WHAT CAN HAPPENGasoline can catch fire and you could beburned.HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARDAlways tu

2-6WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDStarting or running the engine in aclosed area.WHAT CAN HAPPENExhaust fumes are poisonous and maycause loss of consciousness

3-1EBU00032DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATION1. Spark arrester2. Rear carrier3. Seat4. Fuel tank cap5. Front carrier6. Brake pedal7. Front wheel8.

3-23334567893033333334EBU00033Identification numbers recordRecord the key identification number, vehi-cle identification number and model labelinforma

3-3EBU00036Vehicle identification numberThe vehicle identification number isstamped into the frame.1. Vehicle identification numberNOTE:The vehicle id

4-14444567894044444444EBU00039CONTROL FUNCTIONSWARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that couldresult in serious injury or death.EBU00041Main switchFunc

4-2EBU00043Indicator lights1. Reverse indicator light “R”2. Neutral indicator light “N”EBU00602Reverse indicator light “R”This indicator light comes o

4-3EBU00647Start switch “START”The starter motor cranks the engine whenthis switch is pushed.CAUTION:See the starting instructions on page 6-1prior to

4-4EBU00062Throttle leverOnce the engine is running, movement of thethrottle lever will increase the engine speed.Regulate the speed of the machine by

4-5EBU00066Speed limiterThe speed limiter keeps the throttle fromfully opening, even when the throttle leveris pushed to the maximum. Screwing inthe a

4-6EBU00070Front brake leverThe front brake lever is located on the righthandlebar. Pull it toward the handlebar toapply the front brake.1. Front brak

4-71. Rear brake lever

EEBU00001INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YFM250X. It represents the result ofmany years of Yamaha experience in the product

4-8EBU00074Parking brakeUse the parking brake when you have tostart the engine or park the machine, espe-cially on a slope. Apply the rear brake lever

4-9EBU00083Shift pedalThis machine is equipped with a constant-mesh 5-speed transmission. The shift ped-al is located on the left side of the engine.N

4-10EBU00590Recoil starterFirmly grasp the handle and pull slightlyuntil engagement can be felt. Then pullforcefully, being careful not to pull the ro

4-11EBU00092Fuel tank capRemove the fuel tank cap by turning itcounterclockwise.1. Fuel tank cap

4-12EBU00093Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the fueltank to the carburetor.The fuel cock has three positions.OFF: With the lever in this pos

4-13EBU00094Starter (choke)Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel mixture. A separate starter circuit sup-plies this mixture. Move in direc

4-14EBU00567SeatTo remove the seat, pull the seat lock leverupward and pull up the seat at the rear.1. Seat lock leverTo install the seat, insert the

4-15EBU00098Storage boxCAUTION:To protect from damage, do not put metalproducts, like tools or sharply edged prod-ucts directly in the storage box. If

4-16EBU00099Front carrierEBU00100Rear carrierEBU00634Rear shock absorber adjustmentThe spring preload can be adjusted to suitthe rider’s weight and ri

E5-1PRE-OPERATION CHECKSBefore using this machine, check the following points:ITEM ROUTINE PAGEBrakes• Check operation, condition and free play.• Adju

EEBU00010IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONFAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT INSERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.Particularly importa

5-2WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDFailure to inspect the ATV before oper-ating.Failure to properly maintain the ATV.WHAT CAN HAPPENIncreases the possibility o

5-3EBU00670*Front and rear brakes1. Brake levers and brake pedalCheck for correct free play in the rearbrake lever and that there is no freeplay in th

5-4WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDRiding with improperly operatingbrakes.WHAT CAN HAPPENYou could lose braking ability, whichcould lead to an accident.HOW TO

5-5EBU00126FuelMake sure there is sufficient gasoline in thetank.Your Yamaha engine has been designed touse regular unleaded gasoline with apump octan

5-6WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDImproper care when refueling.WHAT CAN HAPPENFuel can spill, which can cause a fire andsevere injury.Fuel expands when it hea

5-7EBU00441Engine oilMake sure the engine oil is at the specifiedlevel. Add oil as necessary. (See page 8-5 ~8-8.)CAUTION:Be sure to use motor oils th

5-8EBU00145Final gear oilMake sure the final gear oil is at the speci-fied level. Add oil as necessary (see page8-9 for details).If desired, an SAE 80

5-9EBU00157TiresWARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDOperating this ATV with improper tires,or with improper or uneven tire pressure.WHAT CAN HAPPENUse of improper

5-104. Use no more than the followingpressures when seating the tirebeads.Front 250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm2, 36 psi)Rear 250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm2, 36 psi)Higher

5-11EBU00159How to measure tire pressureUse the low-pressure tire gauge.NOTE:The low-pressure tire gauge is included asstandard equipment. Make two me

EEBU00011IMPORTANT NOTICEThis machine is designed and manufactured for OFF-ROAD use only. It is illegal and unsafeto operate this machine on any publi

5-12EBU00160Tire wear limitWhen the tire groove decreases to 3 mm(0.12 in) due to wear, replace the tire.a. 3 mm (0.12 in)

6-1EBU00161OPERATIONWARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that couldresult in serious injury or death.EBU00163Starting a cold engine1. Set the parking b

6-26666667896066666666NOTE:● When the transmission is in neutral,the neutral indicator light should comeon. If the light does not come on, ask aYamaha

6-3NOTE:● If the engine fails to start, release thestart switch, then push the start switchagain. Pause a few seconds before thenext attempt. Each cra

6-4EBU00185Drive select lever operation and reverse drivingCAUTION:Before shifting, stop the machine and re-turn the throttle lever to its closed posi

6-5EBU00201ShiftingThis model has a 5-speed forward and1-speed reverse transmission with centrif-ugal automatic clutch. The transmission al-lows you t

6-6CAUTION:Do not coast for long periods with the en-gine off, and do not tow the machine along distance. Even with gears in neutral,the transmission

6-7EBU00207To decelerate:When slowing down or stopping, releasethe throttle and apply the brakes smoothlyand evenly. As you slow down, shift to alower

6-8If any abnormality is noticed during thisperiod, consult a Yamaha dealer.1. 0 ~ 10 hours: Avoid continuous operation abovehalf throttle. Allow a co

6-9EBU00219Parking on a slope 1. Bring the machine to a stop by apply-ing the brakes in low gear.2. Stop the engine.3. With the rear brake lever and p

EBU00014WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that couldresult in serious injury or death. CONTENTSCONTROL FUNCTIONS...4-1Main switch...

6-10EBU00221Accessories and loadingEBU00222AccessoriesAccessories can affect the handling andcontrol of your ATV. Keep the following inmind when consi

6-11EBU00233LoadingCargo or a trailer can change the stabilityand handling of an ATV.You must use common sense and goodjudgement when carrying cargo o

6-12● Ride more slowly than you would with-out a load. The more weight you carry,the slower you should go. Although con-ditions vary, it is good pract

E6-13EBU00543WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that couldresult in serious injury or death.

7-1ERIDING YOUR ATVRiding Your ATV7-17RidingYourATV

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7-3WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that couldresult in serious injury or death. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ATVThis ATV is mainly for utility use, but ma

7-4RIDE WITH CARE AND GOOD JUDGEMENTGet training if you are inexperienced.Beginners should get training from a certi-fied instructor.Become familiar w

7-5Not recommended for children under16 years of age.WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDFailure to follow the age recommenda-tions for this ATV.WHAT CAN HAPPENUse

7-6This machine is designed to carry operatorand cargo only - passengers prohibited.WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDCarrying a passenger on this ATV.WHAT CAN H

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...5-1Front and rear brakes ... 5-3Fuel... 5-5Engine oi

7-7ApparelWARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDOperating this ATV without wearing anapproved motorcycle helmet, eye pro-tection and protective clothing.WHAT CAN HAP

7-8Do not operate after consuming alcohol ordrugs.Operator’s performance capability is re-duced by the influence of alcohol or drugs.WARNINGPOTENTIAL

7-9Pre-operation checksAlways perform the pre-operation checkslisted on page 5-1 before riding for safetyand proper care of the machine.WARNINGPOTENTI

7-10WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that couldresult in serious injury or death. Do not operate at speeds too fast for yourskills or the condition

7-11Loading and accessoriesUse extra caution when riding the machinewith additional loads, such as accessoriesor cargo. The machine’s handling may bea

7-12During operationAlways keep your feet on the footboardsduring operation. Otherwise your feet maycontact the rear wheels.WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDRem

7-13Avoid wheelies and jumping. You maylose control of the machine or overturn.WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDAttempting wheelies, jumps, and otherstunts.WHAT

7-14ModificationsWARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDOperating this ATV with improper mod-ifications.WHAT CAN HAPPENImproper installation of accessories ormodifica

7-15Exhaust systemThe exhaust system on the machine is veryhot during and following operation. Toprevent burns, avoid touching the exhaustsystem. Park

7-16BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDEThis machine is designed for off-road useonly. Riding on paved surfaces can causeloss of control.WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDO

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ...8-1Owner’s manual and tool kit ...8-1Periodic maintenance/lubrication ...

7-17Do not ride on any public road, street, orhighway.Riding on public roads can result in colli-sions with other vehicles.WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDOper

7-18Know the terrain where you ride. Ride cau-tiously in unfamiliar areas.Stay alert for holes, rocks, or roots in theterrain, and other hidden hazard

7-19WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDFailure to use extra care when operatingon excessively rough, slippery or looseterrain.WHAT CAN HAPPENCould cause loss of t

7-20When riding in an area where you mightnot easily be seen, such as desert terrain,mount a caution flag on the machine. DONOT use the flag pole brac

7-21Select a large, flat area off-road to becomefamiliar with your ATV. Make sure that thisarea is free of obstacles and other riders.You should pract

7-22CAUTION:Do not shift gears without releasing thethrottle. Damage to the engine or drivetrain may occur. When slowing down or stopping, releasethe

7-23TURNING YOUR ATVTo achieve maximum traction while ridingoff-road, the two rear wheels are mountedsolidly on one axle and turn together at thesame

7-24This procedure should be practiced at slowspeed many times in a large off-road areawith no obstacles. If an incorrect techniqueis used, your ATV m

7-25CLIMBING UPHILLUse proper riding techniques to avoid ve-hicle overturns on hills. Be sure that youcan maneuver your ATV well on flatground before

7-26WARNINGPOTENTIAL HAZARDClimbing hills improperly.WHAT CAN HAPPENCould cause loss of control or cause theATV to overturn.HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARDAlw

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7-27If you are climbing a hill and you find thatyou have not properly judged your abilityto make it to the top, you should turn theATV around while yo

7-28If your ATV has stalled or stopped and youbelieve you can continue up the hill, restartcarefully to make sure you do not lift thefront wheels whic

7-29Dismount on uphill side or to a side ifpointed straight uphill. Turn the ATVaround and remount, following the pro-cedure described in the Owner’s

7-30RIDING DOWNHILLWhen riding your ATV downhill, shift yourweight as far to the rear and uphill side ofthe ATV as possible. Move back on the seatand

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7-32CROSSING A SLOPETraversing a sloping surface on your ATVrequires you to properly position yourweight to maintain proper balance. Be surethat you h

7-33When crossing the side of a hill:Always follow proper procedures as de-scribed in the Owner’s Manual.Avoid hills with excessively slippery orloose

7-34CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATERThe ATV can be used to cross slow mov-ing, shallow water of up to a maximum of35 cm (14 inches) in depth. Before ent

7-35Test your brakes after leaving the water.Do not continue to ride your ATV withoutverifying that you have regained properbraking ability.CAUTION:Af

7-36RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAINRiding over rough terrain should be donewith caution. Look out for obstacles whichcould cause damage to the ATV or couldl