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

TbirdX · TbirdX

And so the questions start

First air cooled bike, well, apart from an old TS100 many moons ago that I never even gave a second thought. Anyhoo, being air cooled should I switch off rather than idle for a prolonged period? Not that I sit for hours but whats the general consensus. Also, I'm hoping for a...

Jordandenton · Jordandenton

Currently riding my ttr through Turkey and the starter motor seems to have developed a fault. It seems sluggish turning the engine over 2 or 3 times makes a clunk then stops. The bike started fine thus morning and this fault has only started today. The last time I tried a small amount of smoke appeared fr...

Dan-in-a-Van · Dan-in-a-Van

It's nearly time to splash out on a chain & sprocket set, but my TTR has had Takasago Excel rims fitted and I'm not sure if the hubs are still standard. Does anyone know what the PCD of a standard TTR sprocket is? Or let me know if the sprocket in the photo looks right, I guess not if the wavy brake disc isn...

mallywoods · mallywoods

Hello all again. My beloved TTR which i have spent days cleaning and servicing and vowed never to get dirty is wearing my patience. With no notice when the starter button is pressed all i hear is a buzzing noise from the starter, all was fine last time it was used, the battery shows 12.6V on a meter and conn...

tom13 · tom13

translate google from polish. I have a refurbished engine in the workshop and a new carburettor. Is it possible that the fuel level may be bad in a new carburettor? I can not start kicking the starter. Thank you for your help

bluedream · bluedream

The cover is broken, the thing still on but doesn't look very trustworthy. Is there aftermarket or alternatively fitting parts from other models? Mine is a 2001. Google wasn't of much help sofar

scotty · scotty

HellO I have a 2003 TTR 5000 miles very little use from new. I had an oil leak dripping on the exhaust ...I have replaced the decompressor seal. It is not that. Would it be possible that the rings have gummed up and caused back pressure in the crankcase, that causing oil to leak through the head gasket? Th...

Rydasc6102 · Rydasc6102

i am having trouble cleaning the sub frame on the right side near the fender (see picture). Is there anyone who has found a way to get all of the mud and water out of this area. I don't want water to sit and rust the frame. Thanks

leigh · leigh

Hello team TTR Went for a ride last week for 4 days with my new bags on the ttr - I'll put up a trip report very soon. Long story short it went perfectly - except the exhaust side of the bike the bags got hotter than I'd like - hot enough to just start to melt one of my dry bags. I had some heat shields on the ex...

mallywoods · mallywoods

My new to me 1997 TT250R is coming along nicely, two weeks of cleaning and polishing, seat being refurbished, new fork gators from Steve we are going to look good. Last job is to change oil and filter. Can I use Castrol Power 1 10W-40 the same used in my Suzuki sports bike.??

mallywoods · mallywoods

I was just wondering having read lots of posts on here to increase my learning curve, If these engines are well maintained what would be the highest mileage I could expect to achieve. ???? I have read that people put baggage on them and travel vast distances so they must be very reliable, I am asking as t...

BM Steve · BM Steve

Just fitted a set of Dunlop 606 front and rear along with 14/52 sprockets and a new chain as well, I cut the chain off at 110 links, that just gives me clearance with the rear shock mud guard and sets the axle back on number 5 on the snail cams INTRO I had full Michelin knobbies on before and the ride even on smo...

widge · widge

My TTR (BLUE) has been standing for some time, the bike started fine, however I jumped on it. Pulled in the clutch stabbed first and stalled. it seems the clutch plates are stuck together? Tried bumping to see if that would free the clutch but no luck. Easy job to take the clutch out or something more ob...

mallywoods · mallywoods

Hello all again, having finally removed rusted screws on my front brake master cylinder cover i believe that the fluid has not been changed since 1997, it looks dreadful, and, will have to pump a lot of fluid through the system to clean it out, I would suspect the rear brake will be the same. My silly ques...

Rydasc6102 · Rydasc6102

hi everyone, I went out today to go for a ride and when I went to start the bike it just kept turning over it didn't even try. But when I gave it a little bit of gas(with the choke on) it came to life. But at idle with the choke on it didn't idle up like it always does. I had to keep giving it gas for around 30 seconds...

GraemeSydney · GraemeSydney

G'day guy - just joined. I picked up this TTR cheaply and I intend to use it trail ring and maybe adventure touring. The first problem is to get it running. Its been standing unused and unstarted for about ten years - yeah yeah I know the likely issues, my stupidity and optimism. To confirm my stupidity yo...

mallywoods · mallywoods

Hello all, back again with my silly questions that have been resolved with all your help, this one is not so easy. Having bought a number plate bracket and light from Steve in the shop, you will see from the picture that the exhaust blows straight onto the number plate creating a dreadful resonance and c...

Grufalo · Grufalo

Got a question for Brian, our TTR guru. I've just got back from a tour of the TET trails in Southern France and Spain. I noticed the oil level had dropped and topped the level up. I've used 1ltr of oil over 1500 kilometres. I've had a quick look this morning and the catch vessel at the airbox was full of emul...

Rydasc6102 · Rydasc6102

Hi everyone, A couple months ago I started my bike only to see blue smoke start coming out of the exhaust. It went away shortly after pushing in the choke. I let it go and just figured I'd do a rebuild this winter. But after the starting the bike several times throughout the past couple months i have notice...

tsherv · tsherv

Hi, Last Summer I purchased a 2006 TTR250 that has had very little use. In fact, it sat in storage for roughly 6 years. The previous owner didn't take care of the gas, and basically made a mess of the carb. The guy I bought it from had the carb rebuilt, replaced fuel lines, etc. When I bought the bike it r...

funguseater · funguseater

Hi, I'm close to purchasing a ttr250. I noticed a leak from a small bolt on L/H/S which is screwed into the cylinder head near the rocker cover. It wont tighten up ( has a copper washer). Looks like it may have been helicoiled in the past. 2 things: what's it for, and is it an easy fix ? In the photo, its the bo...

Base · Base

Was unlucky enough to drop the TTR yesterday. The side cover for the starter motor struck a rock quite hard. I didnt think too much of it initially but after a while i noticed a slow leak of oil from the bottom hex bolt. I thought id just dislodged the seal and limped her home to check it out. On removal of the...

Rydasc6102 · Rydasc6102

is a intake cover really necessary when washing? A lot of people use one but I never have and my bike seems fine. Are they necessary on the ttr?

Base · Base

If you're interested, at least for those in Australia, possibly other countries, I've found a paint that is pretty close for patch up work. It's DUPLICOLOR MITSUBISHI ELECTRO DSM03 Comes in 150g spray can from Supercheap Auto online. Have a look for yourself. Basically the bottom half of the fr...

mallywoods · mallywoods

PLease is there any major difference between a TT250R and a TTR 250

Rydasc6102 · Rydasc6102

i was cleaning and greasing my bike when I noticed that the kickstand is very sloppy. It has a lot of play in it and I'm wondering if it should be like that or if the bushing is bad. are they supposed to be like that? Thanks.

devon_rich · devon_rich

If an XR650L Acerbis tank can be adapted, does that mean so can the original? Any other tanks worth looking into? On another subject does anyone else have trouble with the rear wheel spindle seizing into the brake carrier?

mallywoods · mallywoods

Hello all again, still working on my latest new hobby, I am very puzzled that my headlight assy seems to be held together by some very posh looking elastic bands, please see the pictures and let me know if this is correct. I haven't noticed this type of fitment on any other members bike pictures. Any vi...

z1g · z1g

Hi all. Have not been riding in 15 yrs. Had some money saved up for a trip away. Figured life is to short, so bought a 2005 tt250r. (Missus went mental for a couple of days) As mention its a 2005 model. Dual kick/electric (lc). I bought this bike unseen, i had been sent videos of it working.. also a mate whom i...

mallywoods · mallywoods

hello again help required once more, my 1997 TT250R clocks please see picture, has anyone any idea on how i can display my mileage instead of a clock. also is it possible to buy a new mount as mine is broken and tie wrapped in place. other than that I really love this bike. thanks to every one that has helped...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Idling and Range (Preview) And so the questions start First air cooled bike, well, apart from an old TS100 many moons ago that I never even gave a second thought. Anyhoo, being air cooled should I switch off rather than idle for a prolonged period? Not that I sit for hours but whats the general consensus. Also, I'm hoping for a...	TbirdX	4	932	Jun 11, 2018 by z1g
	Starter motor issue (Preview) Currently riding my ttr through Turkey and the starter motor seems to have developed a fault. It seems sluggish turning the engine over 2 or 3 times makes a clunk then stops. The bike started fine thus morning and this fault has only started today. The last time I tried a small amount of smoke appeared fr...	Jordandenton	8	1066	Jun 8, 2018 by Jordandenton
	Rear Sprocket PCD (Preview) It's nearly time to splash out on a chain & sprocket set, but my TTR has had Takasago Excel rims fitted and I'm not sure if the hubs are still standard. Does anyone know what the PCD of a standard TTR sprocket is? Or let me know if the sprocket in the photo looks right, I guess not if the wavy brake disc isn...	Dan-in-a-Van	4	666	Jun 7, 2018 by TTRfan
	Starter motor buzz (Preview) Hello all again. My beloved TTR which i have spent days cleaning and servicing and vowed never to get dirty is wearing my patience. With no notice when the starter button is pressed all i hear is a buzzing noise from the starter, all was fine last time it was used, the battery shows 12.6V on a meter and conn...	mallywoods	4	736	Jun 6, 2018 by mallywoods
	I can not start kicking the starter. (Preview) translate google from polish. I have a refurbished engine in the workshop and a new carburettor. Is it possible that the fuel level may be bad in a new carburettor? I can not start kicking the starter. Thank you for your help	tom13	2	699	Jun 5, 2018 by tom13
	swing arm chain guide took a beating (Preview) The cover is broken, the thing still on but doesn't look very trustworthy. Is there aftermarket or alternatively fitting parts from other models? Mine is a 2001. Google wasn't of much help sofar	bluedream	1	674	Jun 3, 2018 by TTRfan
	Possible head gasket advice needed. (Preview) HellO I have a 2003 TTR 5000 miles very little use from new. I had an oil leak dripping on the exhaust ...I have replaced the decompressor seal. It is not that. Would it be possible that the rings have gummed up and caused back pressure in the crankcase, that causing oil to leak through the head gasket? Th...	scotty	2	866	Jun 3, 2018 by scotty
	Frame cleaning (Preview) i am having trouble cleaning the sub frame on the right side near the fender (see picture). Is there anyone who has found a way to get all of the mud and water out of this area. I don't want water to sit and rust the frame. Thanks	Rydasc6102	1	644	Jun 1, 2018 by Moo
	New exhaust for my bike - need some recommendations/help (Preview) Hello team TTR Went for a ride last week for 4 days with my new bags on the ttr - I'll put up a trip report very soon. Long story short it went perfectly - except the exhaust side of the bike the bags got hotter than I'd like - hot enough to just start to melt one of my dry bags. I had some heat shields on the ex...	leigh	35	2298	May 31, 2018 by leigh
	Oil Change (Preview) My new to me 1997 TT250R is coming along nicely, two weeks of cleaning and polishing, seat being refurbished, new fork gators from Steve we are going to look good. Last job is to change oil and filter. Can I use Castrol Power 1 10W-40 the same used in my Suzuki sports bike.??	mallywoods	38	1432	May 29, 2018 by ttr steve
	TTR250 Engines (Preview) I was just wondering having read lots of posts on here to increase my learning curve, If these engines are well maintained what would be the highest mileage I could expect to achieve. ???? I have read that people put baggage on them and travel vast distances so they must be very reliable, I am asking as t...	mallywoods	4	888	May 29, 2018 by mallywoods
	Dunlop 606 Dunlop 606 michelin heavy duty tube (Preview) Just fitted a set of Dunlop 606 front and rear along with 14/52 sprockets and a new chain as well, I cut the chain off at 110 links, that just gives me clearance with the rear shock mud guard and sets the axle back on number 5 on the snail cams INTRO I had full Michelin knobbies on before and the ride even on smo...	BM Steve	11	3937	May 28, 2018 by GraemeSydney
	clutch not working (Preview) My TTR (BLUE) has been standing for some time, the bike started fine, however I jumped on it. Pulled in the clutch stabbed first and stalled. it seems the clutch plates are stuck together? Tried bumping to see if that would free the clutch but no luck. Easy job to take the clutch out or something more ob...	widge	4	1581	May 27, 2018 by widge
	Brake Bleeding (Preview) Hello all again, having finally removed rusted screws on my front brake master cylinder cover i believe that the fluid has not been changed since 1997, it looks dreadful, and, will have to pump a lot of fluid through the system to clean it out, I would suspect the rear brake will be the same. My silly ques...	mallywoods	4	666	May 26, 2018 by mallywoods
	Didn't want to start (Preview) hi everyone, I went out today to go for a ride and when I went to start the bike it just kept turning over it didn't even try. But when I gave it a little bit of gas(with the choke on) it came to life. But at idle with the choke on it didn't idle up like it always does. I had to keep giving it gas for around 30 seconds...	Rydasc6102	2	652	May 25, 2018 by Rydasc6102
	Electrical Fault Tracing. (Preview) G'day guy - just joined. I picked up this TTR cheaply and I intend to use it trail ring and maybe adventure touring. The first problem is to get it running. Its been standing unused and unstarted for about ten years - yeah yeah I know the likely issues, my stupidity and optimism. To confirm my stupidity yo...	GraemeSydney	22	1104	May 19, 2018 by mossproof
	Exhaust versus No plate (Preview) Hello all, back again with my silly questions that have been resolved with all your help, this one is not so easy. Having bought a number plate bracket and light from Steve in the shop, you will see from the picture that the exhaust blows straight onto the number plate creating a dreadful resonance and c...	mallywoods	13	993	May 19, 2018 by TerryK
	Using oil! (Preview) Got a question for Brian, our TTR guru. I've just got back from a tour of the TET trails in Southern France and Spain. I noticed the oil level had dropped and topped the level up. I've used 1ltr of oil over 1500 kilometres. I've had a quick look this morning and the catch vessel at the airbox was full of emul...	Grufalo	5	1227	May 19, 2018 by petenz
	Light blue smoke!!!!! (Preview) Hi everyone, A couple months ago I started my bike only to see blue smoke start coming out of the exhaust. It went away shortly after pushing in the choke. I let it go and just figured I'd do a rebuild this winter. But after the starting the bike several times throughout the past couple months i have notice...	Rydasc6102	7	1505	May 17, 2018 by petenz
	Carb / Intake manifold rubber "boot" question / bike running lean (Preview) Hi, Last Summer I purchased a 2006 TTR250 that has had very little use. In fact, it sat in storage for roughly 6 years. The previous owner didn't take care of the gas, and basically made a mess of the carb. The guy I bought it from had the carb rebuilt, replaced fuel lines, etc. When I bought the bike it r...	tsherv	2	1594	May 14, 2018 by Ether
	2005 ttr250 bolt, leaking oil from L/H/S cylinder head ? (Preview) Hi, I'm close to purchasing a ttr250. I noticed a leak from a small bolt on L/H/S which is screwed into the cylinder head near the rocker cover. It wont tighten up ( has a copper washer). Looks like it may have been helicoiled in the past. 2 things: what's it for, and is it an easy fix ? In the photo, its the bo...	funguseater	7	966	May 13, 2018 by funguseater
	Engine cover crack.... (Preview) Was unlucky enough to drop the TTR yesterday. The side cover for the starter motor struck a rock quite hard. I didnt think too much of it initially but after a while i noticed a slow leak of oil from the bottom hex bolt. I thought id just dislodged the seal and limped her home to check it out. On removal of the...	Base	5	1308	May 11, 2018 by Base
	Intake cover for washing (Preview) is a intake cover really necessary when washing? A lot of people use one but I never have and my bike seems fine. Are they necessary on the ttr?	Rydasc6102	3	657	May 10, 2018 by ttr steve
	Paint for blue TTR250 (Preview) If you're interested, at least for those in Australia, possibly other countries, I've found a paint that is pretty close for patch up work. It's DUPLICOLOR MITSUBISHI ELECTRO DSM03 Comes in 150g spray can from Supercheap Auto online. Have a look for yourself. Basically the bottom half of the fr...	Base	2	913	May 9, 2018 by Base
	TT250R & TTR250 (Preview) PLease is there any major difference between a TT250R and a TTR 250	mallywoods	3	825	May 2, 2018 by mallywoods
	Kickstand (Preview) i was cleaning and greasing my bike when I noticed that the kickstand is very sloppy. It has a lot of play in it and I'm wondering if it should be like that or if the bushing is bad. are they supposed to be like that? Thanks.	Rydasc6102	2	1031	May 1, 2018 by Rydasc6102
	Tanks and rear wheel spindle seizing into brake carrier (Preview) If an XR650L Acerbis tank can be adapted, does that mean so can the original? Any other tanks worth looking into? On another subject does anyone else have trouble with the rear wheel spindle seizing into the brake carrier?	devon_rich	3	686	Apr 29, 2018 by devon_rich
	Headlight & pictures (Preview) Hello all again, still working on my latest new hobby, I am very puzzled that my headlight assy seems to be held together by some very posh looking elastic bands, please see the pictures and let me know if this is correct. I haven't noticed this type of fitment on any other members bike pictures. Any vi...	mallywoods	2	796	Apr 29, 2018 by Dan-in-a-Van
	2005 ttr250 electrical problems? just will not start after a dufus mistake. SOLVED #happydays ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi all. Have not been riding in 15 yrs. Had some money saved up for a trip away. Figured life is to short, so bought a 2005 tt250r. (Missus went mental for a couple of days) As mention its a 2005 model. Dual kick/electric (lc). I bought this bike unseen, i had been sent videos of it working.. also a mate whom i...	z1g	52	5149	Apr 29, 2018 by Gerry atric69
	Clocks and instruments pics (Preview) hello again help required once more, my 1997 TT250R clocks please see picture, has anyone any idea on how i can display my mileage instead of a clock. also is it possible to buy a new mount as mine is broken and tie wrapped in place. other than that I really love this bike. thanks to every one that has helped...	mallywoods	2	1011	Apr 28, 2018 by mallywoods
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