A forum for owners of Yamaha TTR250 trail and enduro bikes!

kylarama · kylarama

Years ago when I last went riding I used to fill up my backpack with all types of useless crap that was heavy and probably only usefull on everyone elses bikes. What basic tools and spares specifically suited to a TTR should I carry as a minimum? Generally we wouldn't venture anymore than about 100km...

TTRfan · TTRfan

As suggested by brindabella, I have started this thread to show my own choice of "proven/economical/useful workshop consumables". I have started off with my UK thoughts maybe other owners from USA, Australia, etc, can weigh in with their local equivalent brands...... First off, one o...

TTRfan · TTRfan

Thread repair kits. These have got me out of trouble on a regular basis! Available quite cheaply on eBay. For the manufacturer's page - see here

Forgorin · Forgorin

So, I'm looking for more power! I have a '94 raid. I am hoping to add electric grips and an electric vest. Grips run at about 60 watts. That's almost half of what the stator produces. Are there any aftermarket stators for the bike? Am I looking at a rebuild?

Mike209 · Mike209

Hi All, I went to start my bike the other day and it would not start. It wasn't sparking.....arghhhhhhh So I'm not experienced with diagnosing electrics but I think I've followed all the testing in the TTR250L service manual, at least I have tried to. So I have got to the stage where i'm looking at the CD...

TTRider · TTRider

Hi all, I was out a couple of weekends ago on the TTR for the Borders Rally - first rally and a fantastic weekend... until the bike lost all drive! To start with the bike was having trouble finding gear - I'd kick the gear change lever up but it wouldn't find it. From what I remember this was third to four...

Blacknight · Blacknight

https://www.recambios-motos.com/yamaha/pdf/TT250R%201994.pdf

TTR2501966 · TTR2501966

Hi all,I have a problem with the charging system on my newly acquired TTR250 1995.Symptoms are battery drain of 0.2V/hour, so it’s flat the next day. Also no charging when I rev the bike quite high(I don’t have an inductive tachometer) – the voltage across the battery stays at its initial charge of ap...

zipper · zipper

Hi. I got a 250 last August with 10.000 kms on the clock. Im sure its not the real mileage as the previous owner told me the speedo did not work for some time. I love pics. Its easier and not so boring. 1st pic - as it arrived home! 😁

TTRfan · TTRfan

Does anyone have a Yamaha part number (and/or price) for the TTR decompressor kit please? I have "collected" a kit and have a buyer interested but can't find details on the web. No part number on the packets which is odd. Also, has anyone got a decompressor fitted and can tell me where the par...

Rough as Guts · Rough as Guts

G'day all, only new to bikes and am having trouble with indicators. They were working a few days ago but now only the dash light stays on (no flash) and nothing from any globe. I've fiddled with what connectors I can see but can't seem to trace the flasher. Where will I find the flasher unit to check it? Is t...

TheWizardofOdds · TheWizardofOdds

I was wondering if anyone could recommend a torque wrench for the bike? I've got some vouchers for Amazon and will only be able to get a cheapish one. I think I'll need a 3/8" drive with about 5-25Nm torque or so. Can anyone recommend a good brand? It would come in handy for the car too. Thanks, Dave....

mallywoods · mallywoods

Hello again, today i am servicing my air filter, I have checked out previous threads and after washing in warm soapy water and allowing to dry, some of you use 2 stroke oil instead of proper air filter oil. I have 2 stroke oil and willing to bow down to all of your years of experience and use it. Please can an...

Spyrious · Spyrious

Hello! It seems that the coil lead on my ttr has some internal damage.Sometimes when unplugging and putting it back i get misfires. I have cut a few mm of the end of the lead and screwed the plug cap back in and it cured the problem.But i already had to do it twice now. Is it possible to remove the lead from the...

wobbly · wobbly

Seem to have developed a starting problem on the ttr, where I put the choke and fuel on crank the engine, it starts straight away but the dies. I can do this 4/5 times and eventually I can get it to keep going but before this it used to start on the button. When its warm/hot there,s no problem I can start it eas...

Darren · Darren

I have a 1995 250 raid and have an oil leak. I think it's comming from the front sprocket area..any Ideas and is it an easy repair for a novice. thanx Guys. Daz

dlee · dlee

So, my daughter's bike is starting to smoke a lot, figure it's time for new rings and piston, looking on Ebay, looks like they offer a few replacements, 73.75 bore, 73mm bore, 73.5 bore, Any idea what size I need, I don't want to pay the inflated Yamaha OEM brand if I don't have too. Thanks -- Edited by dle...

TDVT · TDVT

Got a hard copy of a TTR manual today (have a PDF version already, was looking through it again & came across all the suspension adjustments. They basically tell you where hard, medium & soft are but not much more. I was wondering if anyone with more TTR seat time has really sorted out all the set...

Base · Base

Own a 2007 TTR250 Aust build. Managed to smash the headlight lens the other day. Doesn't look like there is anything much on Ebay in relation to the OEM lens as a replacement. Can I still get them anywhere? If not will anything else fit? And for your entertainment.... [video=https://youtu.be/ya9Hd...

sammyttr · sammyttr

Been a hell of a day I've been trying to bleed my brakes on the Kawasaki zzr600 and no matter how much new fluid we have put through its still not biting, just remaining really spongy and not stopping the bike at all, it has got new seals and fluid and still refuses to bleed, any ideas and too top it all off fo...

IOWChris · IOWChris

Hopefully this doesn't get lost in the cloud of spam the forum's being hit with at the moment! This morning I rode the bike to work, as it's a short ride I didn't bother with earplugs so I've noticed a slight rattly/ticky sound when returning to idle after revving, very short and quite quiet but definite...

ghardison · ghardison

Hey guys hope all is well and happy new year! So my TTR is running leaner than an Olympic marathoner. White spark plug and no carbon build up. New spark plug. The header is glowing red yadda yardda. This is a 2005 TTR 250 US/CA model. I am once again cleaning the carb and checking jet sizes. I will send t...

Falkie · Falkie

Hi all, sorry if this has been asked many times before, but what is the usual distance you can travel before going onto reserve when off-roading. I appreciate a lot will depend on the terrain and so on, but would I be right in thinking about 100 miles or that is that asking a lot ? Thanks in advance for your c...

Ttboof · Ttboof

My ignition pick up has gone open circuit. I've ordered one on ebay that I think I can fit to the existing stator/wiring. Being Chinese if it works I might sell the ttr because I can't trust it Tried to buy a complete stator but apparently not available any more Has anyone got a good fix -- Edited by T...

pug · pug

So Bike was running fine end of last year put away for a bit ok 9 months went to get it out for a trip a month back an Houston we have a problem bike was popping and banging I have cleaned the carb fresh and fresh fuel new carb cables new inlet rubber she's still popping and banging the same and wont rev out it fe...

mossproof · mossproof

In rebuilding my 325 into a 350 as it has finally succumbed to the dreaded barrel weep, I have found the 6th gear in the transmission is quite badly pitted on the tooth surface. I know this is an issue with the xt/tt 600 engines (top gear being 5th in these) but didn't realise it was much of a problem on our en...

Susan Parker · Susan Parker

PO55 in pieces again - I do not love this bike - and just to make my life more interesting, one of the exhaust manifold nuts sheared off when I was removing the exhaust pipe. Any advice as to how to remove the stud - I have tried loads of WD40 and heating with the blow torch, but it still wont budge.

Tommy the cat · Tommy the cat

Hey, So 8 ish years ago I had the mess of the decompressor bung leaking so changed it for the aluminium turned bug sold on totally ttrs. Now its leaking again. I havent pulled it out but has anyone else had any issues? O ring need replacing? I was just gonna buy a new one but not for sale now. I changed the bolt...

TTR2501966 · TTR2501966

Hi all, I’ve had my TTR 250 1996 for 10 years . The master cylinder failed a few years ago, with rear brake sticking on, and I replaced it with an aftermarket one. The rear brake started sticking again last week and cracking off the master cylinder high pressure connection didn’t free the rear brake so t...

Brighton Brad · Brighton Brad

Hi kids, does anyone have some pics of the wiring loom routing, I’ve a workshop manual, but I’m still struggling!! I’ve had the frame powder coated and of course didn’t take any pics before disassemblage 🫣 lesson learnt. . . maybe!! Any pics most appreciate, need to get it back together asap 🙏 ps is a rai...

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	STICKY: Basic tool kit & spares. What to carry on a ride? (Preview) Years ago when I last went riding I used to fill up my backpack with all types of useless crap that was heavy and probably only usefull on everyone elses bikes. What basic tools and spares specifically suited to a TTR should I carry as a minimum? Generally we wouldn't venture anymore than about 100km...	kylarama	21	22113	June 11th by Ttboof
	STICKY: Essential workshop consumables - my choice - UK products (Preview) As suggested by brindabella, I have started this thread to show my own choice of "proven/economical/useful workshop consumables". I have started off with my UK thoughts maybe other owners from USA, Australia, etc, can weigh in with their local equivalent brands...... First off, one o...	TTRfan	8	7696	Mar 10, 2024 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Essential workshop tools! Please add yours to the thread... (Preview) Thread repair kits. These have got me out of trouble on a regular basis! Available quite cheaply on eBay. For the manufacturer's page - see here	TTRfan	30	30273	Jan 22, 2024 by Ttboof
	STICKY: Output of stator (AC magneto generator) and wattage used by bulbs, etc. (Preview) So, I'm looking for more power! I have a '94 raid. I am hoping to add electric grips and an electric vest. Grips run at about 60 watts. That's almost half of what the stator produces. Are there any aftermarket stators for the bike? Am I looking at a rebuild?	Forgorin	10	7016	Jan 3, 2024 by Ttboof
	CDI testing ?? (Preview) Hi All, I went to start my bike the other day and it would not start. It wasn't sparking.....arghhhhhhh So I'm not experienced with diagnosing electrics but I think I've followed all the testing in the TTR250L service manual, at least I have tried to. So I have got to the stage where i'm looking at the CD...	Mike209	16	155	2 days ago by Mike209
	Gearchange return spring retaining post problems (Preview) Hi all, I was out a couple of weekends ago on the TTR for the Borders Rally - first rally and a fantastic weekend... until the bike lost all drive! To start with the bike was having trouble finding gear - I'd kick the gear change lever up but it wouldn't find it. From what I remember this was third to four...	TTRider	13	3848	September 24th by mofere
	Yamaha parts catalogue (Preview) https://www.recambios-motos.com/yamaha/pdf/TT250R%201994.pdf	Blacknight	1	145	September 24th by Nev
	Charging problem - battery drain (Preview) Hi all,I have a problem with the charging system on my newly acquired TTR250 1995.Symptoms are battery drain of 0.2V/hour, so it’s flat the next day. Also no charging when I rev the bike quite high(I don’t have an inductive tachometer) – the voltage across the battery stays at its initial charge of ap...	TTR2501966	5	2824	September 22nd by hevesa
	Top end rebuild - stock TTR (Preview) Hi. I got a 250 last August with 10.000 kms on the clock. Im sure its not the real mileage as the previous owner told me the speedo did not work for some time. I love pics. Its easier and not so boring. 1st pic - as it arrived home! 😁	zipper	33	3061	September 22nd by hevesa
	Decompressor kit SOLD SOLD SOLD! (Preview) Does anyone have a Yamaha part number (and/or price) for the TTR decompressor kit please? I have "collected" a kit and have a buyer interested but can't find details on the web. No part number on the packets which is odd. Also, has anyone got a decompressor fitted and can tell me where the par...	TTRfan	10	4051	September 21st by jecejer257
	Flasher unit (Preview) G'day all, only new to bikes and am having trouble with indicators. They were working a few days ago but now only the dash light stays on (no flash) and nothing from any globe. I've fiddled with what connectors I can see but can't seem to trace the flasher. Where will I find the flasher unit to check it? Is t...	Rough as Guts	8	4465	September 21st by jecejer257
	Torque Wrench (Preview) I was wondering if anyone could recommend a torque wrench for the bike? I've got some vouchers for Amazon and will only be able to get a cheapish one. I think I'll need a 3/8" drive with about 5-25Nm torque or so. Can anyone recommend a good brand? It would come in handy for the car too. Thanks, Dave....	TheWizardofOdds	11	1621	September 21st by pohen58824
	Air Filters (Preview) Hello again, today i am servicing my air filter, I have checked out previous threads and after washing in warm soapy water and allowing to dry, some of you use 2 stroke oil instead of proper air filter oil. I have 2 stroke oil and willing to bow down to all of your years of experience and use it. Please can an...	mallywoods	5	1113	September 21st by pohen58824
	Ignition Coil Lead replacement possible? coil lead ignition wire (Preview) Hello! It seems that the coil lead on my ttr has some internal damage.Sometimes when unplugging and putting it back i get misfires. I have cut a few mm of the end of the lead and screwed the plug cap back in and it cured the problem.But i already had to do it twice now. Is it possible to remove the lead from the...	Spyrious	4	1375	September 21st by pamaye
	Starting problems (Preview) Seem to have developed a starting problem on the ttr, where I put the choke and fuel on crank the engine, it starts straight away but the dies. I can do this 4/5 times and eventually I can get it to keep going but before this it used to start on the button. When its warm/hot there,s no problem I can start it eas...	wobbly	11	1399	September 21st by pamaye
	Oil leak (Preview) I have a 1995 250 raid and have an oil leak. I think it's comming from the front sprocket area..any Ideas and is it an easy repair for a novice. thanx Guys. Daz	Darren	18	12183	September 21st by pohen58824
	Bore size on a 2000 TTR250 (Preview) So, my daughter's bike is starting to smoke a lot, figure it's time for new rings and piston, looking on Ebay, looks like they offer a few replacements, 73.75 bore, 73mm bore, 73.5 bore, Any idea what size I need, I don't want to pay the inflated Yamaha OEM brand if I don't have too. Thanks -- Edited by dle...	dlee	2	1145	September 21st by Ttboof
	Suspension settings and setting the sag (Preview) Got a hard copy of a TTR manual today (have a PDF version already, was looking through it again & came across all the suspension adjustments. They basically tell you where hard, medium & soft are but not much more. I was wondering if anyone with more TTR seat time has really sorted out all the set...	TDVT	21	947675	September 15th by SUBHAN
	Headlight lens (Preview) Own a 2007 TTR250 Aust build. Managed to smash the headlight lens the other day. Doesn't look like there is anything much on Ebay in relation to the OEM lens as a replacement. Can I still get them anywhere? If not will anything else fit? And for your entertainment.... [video=https://youtu.be/ya9Hd...	Base	8	1758	September 15th by swilow
	brake bleeding (Preview) Been a hell of a day I've been trying to bleed my brakes on the Kawasaki zzr600 and no matter how much new fluid we have put through its still not biting, just remaining really spongy and not stopping the bike at all, it has got new seals and fluid and still refuses to bleed, any ideas and too top it all off fo...	sammyttr	2	1227	September 15th by SUBHAN
	Ticking on return to idle (Preview) Hopefully this doesn't get lost in the cloud of spam the forum's being hit with at the moment! This morning I rode the bike to work, as it's a short ride I didn't bother with earplugs so I've noticed a slight rattly/ticky sound when returning to idle after revving, very short and quite quiet but definite...	IOWChris	3	183	September 9th by IOWChris
	Valve clearances (Preview) Hey guys hope all is well and happy new year! So my TTR is running leaner than an Olympic marathoner. White spark plug and no carbon build up. New spark plug. The header is glowing red yadda yardda. This is a 2005 TTR 250 US/CA model. I am once again cleaning the carb and checking jet sizes. I will send t...	ghardison	7	2005	September 7th by swilow
	Fuel mileage/consumption (Preview) Hi all, sorry if this has been asked many times before, but what is the usual distance you can travel before going onto reserve when off-roading. I appreciate a lot will depend on the terrain and so on, but would I be right in thinking about 100 miles or that is that asking a lot ? Thanks in advance for your c...	Falkie	7	1907	September 7th by swilow
	replaced ignition pick up (Preview) My ignition pick up has gone open circuit. I've ordered one on ebay that I think I can fit to the existing stator/wiring. Being Chinese if it works I might sell the ttr because I can't trust it Tried to buy a complete stator but apparently not available any more Has anyone got a good fix -- Edited by T...	Ttboof	35	3357	September 7th by Ttboof
	Bike popping and banging (Preview) So Bike was running fine end of last year put away for a bit ok 9 months went to get it out for a trip a month back an Houston we have a problem bike was popping and banging I have cleaned the carb fresh and fresh fuel new carb cables new inlet rubber she's still popping and banging the same and wont rev out it fe...	pug	6	379	August 8th by JOHNYBOY
	6th gear wear and solutions (Preview) In rebuilding my 325 into a 350 as it has finally succumbed to the dreaded barrel weep, I have found the 6th gear in the transmission is quite badly pitted on the tooth surface. I know this is an issue with the xt/tt 600 engines (top gear being 5th in these) but didn't realise it was much of a problem on our en...	mossproof	11	419	August 7th by mossproof
	Exhaust manifold studs. (Preview) PO55 in pieces again - I do not love this bike - and just to make my life more interesting, one of the exhaust manifold nuts sheared off when I was removing the exhaust pipe. Any advice as to how to remove the stud - I have tried loads of WD40 and heating with the blow torch, but it still wont budge.	Susan Parker	4	246	July 23rd by Ttboof
	Decompressor bung (Preview) Hey, So 8 ish years ago I had the mess of the decompressor bung leaking so changed it for the aluminium turned bug sold on totally ttrs. Now its leaking again. I havent pulled it out but has anyone else had any issues? O ring need replacing? I was just gonna buy a new one but not for sale now. I changed the bolt...	Tommy the cat	5	383	July 17th by ttr steve
	Rear brake caliper- Piston swollen?? (Preview) Hi all, I’ve had my TTR 250 1996 for 10 years . The master cylinder failed a few years ago, with rear brake sticking on, and I replaced it with an aftermarket one. The rear brake started sticking again last week and cracking off the master cylinder high pressure connection didn’t free the rear brake so t...	TTR2501966	2	353	July 10th by mossproof
	Wiring Loom Routing!! (Preview) Hi kids, does anyone have some pics of the wiring loom routing, I’ve a workshop manual, but I’m still struggling!! I’ve had the frame powder coated and of course didn’t take any pics before disassemblage 🫣 lesson learnt. . . maybe!! Any pics most appreciate, need to get it back together asap 🙏 ps is a rai...	Brighton Brad	5	334	July 5th by TTRfan
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