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

Sparky · Sparky

Hi all, new TTR owner, first question! I'm going trail riding in the Alps in 2 weeks time, I've been doing it for years, mainly BMW airheads, XT600's and Dominators.Some of the trails can get quite technical but there have always been many hands to help manhandle heavy bikes. Any road, this year I deci...

Woodski · Woodski

Hi all - I've recently bought a TTR. Went to change the oil and was unhappy to see the level was v low (prob about 500ml) and old and black. Nothing bad on the sump plug or in the filter (filter had some silver deposits - like you see on a bike's first service). Bike seems to run ok-ish but wondered if there's a...

TTRHead · TTRHead

So I got a new spring for my foot peg but it was still loose. I noticed the pin that goes through the footpeg was flapping about inside the holes on the lug which the peg attaches to. So I looked at it and thought what could I do to fix it? So this is what I did... Found a perfect size bolt that fitted in the hole....

jasparach · jasparach

Hi to all, a question about throttle/carburettor, when i let the throttle go when riding to seems to stick and does not close fully unless that you really twist it closed and it feels notchy when it is almost closed, is it the cables or the carburettor which is at fault? It's a right pain when riding it...

TTRHead · TTRHead

Do they go bad on the TTR? I found an invoice in with the one i am doing up saying strip top end and replace exhaust valves..lap valves in etc

Green Chile ADV 1 · Green Chile ADV 1

Question.... Is it normal for the clutch to be affected by overheating the bike on trails like this? A few times now, in tough conditions, I have felt the clutch springs lose some tension. Before I changed out the clutch parts, I had an incident where in snow and mud, the clutch gave out completely and f...

Wato262 · Wato262

Hi guys, im dead new to the forum but i think its the most indepth ttr hub around. First things first, my names matt and im from QLD, Australia. I just purchased a used ttr250 thats is in great condition. I love trail riding and working on bikes. I was wondering where i could get oem parts for the 2009 tt25...

pug · pug

A Job i have been putting off for a little bit and let's face it I'm a tight Bas**rd I have the tools to do a Bike /Trike /Car build right from Building the frame up to riding driving it but the little bit's I just seem put off and off till I cant stick it no more and this was one of them took me an Hour in th...

Green Chile ADV 1 · Green Chile ADV 1

550 cord-lock paracord. Don't leave home without it. I should have stayed home today. Landed a nice air and sheared off a right side foot peg bolt. Lashed it and then headed out. I avoided standing. Then lowsided in 3rd gear in the sand and broke my starter switch AGAIN! I just replaced it. Thank goodne...

kitkat · kitkat

So, I have already caused much head scratching with Brian and mate Steve (also has TTR) as I try to fix a very low ride height issue on my TTR (which I believe is a US spec machine) At first I thought I had a lowering link fitted but this is not the case - 2 photos show the difference between my TTR and a "n...

locky · locky

Thought about it a few times as to the direction of oil flow in the TTR. After the oil pump what route does the oil get pumped around the engine ? I believe there's a strainer that the oil would flow to before it reaches the filter ?

Henry · Henry

Hi all, My TTR was fine and tracking straight hands off, untill I had a front puncture. I did not drive on a flat tyre but walked it home some 300 meters. Took of the wheel had it changed with a new inner tube and I installed the wheel. Spacers correct disk brake lined up correctly, but now it wants to turn by...

stevieb · stevieb

Guys, I am new to the group having just bought a 93/94 ttr 250. It started fine when I bought it and I went to go out on it a couple of days later. Brill started first push of the button. Well I stalled it and went to restart and all I got was the click from the solenoid. I have just replaced the solenoid with a bra...

TTRVN · TTRVN

Hello guys, So the last time I changed the oil, the drain plug inner thread (engine side) was stripped. I had no other choice but to drill the hole and re-thread it. Since I had to do it manually, the thread was far from perfect, but the new oversized drain plug goes in fine. However, the oil still leaks out...

widge · widge

The front wheel was out to repair a puncture and I noticed that the inner brake pad was badly worn but the outer brake pad had plenty of meat on it. What causes the uneven wear?

TTRfan · TTRfan

I have a few spare wheels that have flat spots on the rims that won't pass our UK MOT test which allows only up to 2mm run out on aluminium rims. I managed to get hold of some good rims so had a go at rebuilding the wheels yesterday. I managed to rebuild two rear wheels and it was time consuming but the end resul...

Cubber · Cubber

It was that dreaded time of the year again. My TTR needs taxing again at the end of May. Its MoT expires on 13th May so I had to do something. I booked the bike in for a test and spent most of the day before yesterday fettling it and making it presentable - I had to remove the A2E mud and sludge if nothing else. Th...

TTRfan · TTRfan

I need either a good or new rear wheel rim to replace one that has been badly flat spotted. Just wondering if anyone know of a source of new rims that have the right spoke pattern etc please? Brian

widge · widge

Is it easy to re-grease the wheel bearings whilst the wheel is out or would it involve destroying the seals? Never done it befoe

widge · widge

anyone else had a petrol cap that sticks tight to the tank. Went to get some petrol the other day and could not unscrew the cap. Get a pair of stillsons on it and unscrewed. After a few days it was again very difficult to undo. Ha been OK in the past.

Bsturkie · Bsturkie

Good morning gentleman, I'm sure more than one of us have seen this issue. My graphics have bubbled and pushed away from the tank. I have accepted that this is unavoidable unless I drain the tank after a ride. Not so easy for you road warriors. My question is, does anyone know a way to remove the "bro...

Webike4fun · Webike4fun

Heard and read mixed advice. I'm listening.

Webike4fun · Webike4fun

Newbie to the forum so thanks in advance. Grabbed a local 250 that was lightly used and a garage queen. Ran like crap though as the pilot jet was clogged. Anyway 2 questions: 1) bottom rebound of rear shock has no set consistent "clicks" just spins and occasionally there's a click! Do the cli...

j180 · j180

After dousing the exhaust nuts and studs for a couple of weeks I tried to loosen them off today. One moved quite easily however the other was really rusted. I had to hammer on an 11 mm socket but to my relief it is coming off. The studs are coming out with the nuts so will need to contact Brian with a list of ite...

Kevingrahambutler · Kevingrahambutler

i was out on the trails late last year when I stopped to admire the views near Alston when I went to start it was jammed, the lights were dimming when trying to start, I managed to bump the bike finish my ride, I cleaned it up put it away for another day, with work and winter yesterday I manage to take the star...

The Mancunian · The Mancunian

The pics should be self explanatory. What I think has happened is through either lack use of or just wear, the dials have seized. When I got it apart I put a drill on the drive and I could see it all spinning but just clicking where you can see the tip of the crewy. I poked a small screwdriver in-between each o...

Boyce · Boyce

Having just bought a white 1993 TTR 250 for a short commute to work (9miles each way) can someone please advise on the road tyres that I will require. The bike will not be used off road at all, criminal I know but it was a bargain and ideal for my daily short trip. Also any idea of its value? 1993 model, white...

Baggers · Baggers

Just been messing about with my Brothers new TTR, well happy with it, started on the button, but he wants a new pipe between the header and the silencer.. This one looks like it may give in when subject to a bit of green lane use, the silencer is a Laser Pro Duro, possibly not originally Destined for a TTR, b...

commandermullet · commandermullet

I've got my motor off and right now I'm replacing the valve seals, filters, starter/sprag, and timing chain/sprockets. Is there anything else this 15 year old engine might REALLY need that could cause fatal errors? The mileage is unknown but the top end looks brand new, valve springs are tight, the c...

Markymark · Markymark

Hi Has any one come across this , starter keeps cranking on its own, traced fault to solenoid ( continuity across both post) new item fitted , wiring from start button checked all ok. Started several times as normal ,then continuous cranking only way to stop it was to remove earth wire from battery. New...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Michelin Enduro Comp4 (Preview) Hi all, new TTR owner, first question! I'm going trail riding in the Alps in 2 weeks time, I've been doing it for years, mainly BMW airheads, XT600's and Dominators.Some of the trails can get quite technical but there have always been many hands to help manhandle heavy bikes. Any road, this year I deci...	Sparky	10	867	Jun 25, 2015 by Sparky
	Low Oil (Preview) Hi all - I've recently bought a TTR. Went to change the oil and was unhappy to see the level was v low (prob about 500ml) and old and black. Nothing bad on the sump plug or in the filter (filter had some silver deposits - like you see on a bike's first service). Bike seems to run ok-ish but wondered if there's a...	Woodski	6	809	Jun 24, 2015 by locky
	Worn footpeg hole (Preview) So I got a new spring for my foot peg but it was still loose. I noticed the pin that goes through the footpeg was flapping about inside the holes on the lug which the peg attaches to. So I looked at it and thought what could I do to fix it? So this is what I did... Found a perfect size bolt that fitted in the hole....	TTRHead	2	614	Jun 23, 2015 by TTRfan
	1996 O.E carburettor (Preview) Hi to all, a question about throttle/carburettor, when i let the throttle go when riding to seems to stick and does not close fully unless that you really twist it closed and it feels notchy when it is almost closed, is it the cables or the carburettor which is at fault? It's a right pain when riding it...	jasparach	28	1864	Jun 23, 2015 by jasparach
	Exhaust valves (Preview) Do they go bad on the TTR? I found an invoice in with the one i am doing up saying strip top end and replace exhaust valves..lap valves in etc	TTRHead	5	580	Jun 20, 2015 by TTRHead
	Overheating clutch (Preview) Question.... Is it normal for the clutch to be affected by overheating the bike on trails like this? A few times now, in tough conditions, I have felt the clutch springs lose some tension. Before I changed out the clutch parts, I had an incident where in snow and mud, the clutch gave out completely and f...	Green Chile ADV 1	5	1045	Jun 17, 2015 by TTRfan
	2009 TT250RY - OEM parts (Preview) Hi guys, im dead new to the forum but i think its the most indepth ttr hub around. First things first, my names matt and im from QLD, Australia. I just purchased a used ttr250 thats is in great condition. I love trail riding and working on bikes. I was wondering where i could get oem parts for the 2009 tt25...	Wato262	5	640	Jun 8, 2015 by locky
	Job i have been putting off (Preview) A Job i have been putting off for a little bit and let's face it I'm a tight Bas**rd I have the tools to do a Bike /Trike /Car build right from Building the frame up to riding driving it but the little bit's I just seem put off and off till I cant stick it no more and this was one of them took me an Hour in th...	pug	3	1474	Jun 6, 2015 by pug
	Broken foot peg bolts (Preview) 550 cord-lock paracord. Don't leave home without it. I should have stayed home today. Landed a nice air and sheared off a right side foot peg bolt. Lashed it and then headed out. I avoided standing. Then lowsided in 3rd gear in the sand and broke my starter switch AGAIN! I just replaced it. Thank goodne...	Green Chile ADV 1	17	1311	Jun 2, 2015 by Green Chile ADV 1
	Fixing Ride Height/rear Shock (Preview) So, I have already caused much head scratching with Brian and mate Steve (also has TTR) as I try to fix a very low ride height issue on my TTR (which I believe is a US spec machine) At first I thought I had a lowering link fitted but this is not the case - 2 photos show the difference between my TTR and a "n...	kitkat	16	3386	Jun 1, 2015 by kitkat
	Oil flow. (Preview) Thought about it a few times as to the direction of oil flow in the TTR. After the oil pump what route does the oil get pumped around the engine ? I believe there's a strainer that the oil would flow to before it reaches the filter ?	locky	7	998	May 31, 2015 by wfd
	TTR not tracking/driving straight hands off :/ (Preview) Hi all, My TTR was fine and tracking straight hands off, untill I had a front puncture. I did not drive on a flat tyre but walked it home some 300 meters. Took of the wheel had it changed with a new inner tube and I installed the wheel. Spacers correct disk brake lined up correctly, but now it wants to turn by...	Henry	18	1421	May 27, 2015 by mossproof
	Starting Problems (Preview) Guys, I am new to the group having just bought a 93/94 ttr 250. It started fine when I bought it and I went to go out on it a couple of days later. Brill started first push of the button. Well I stalled it and went to restart and all I got was the click from the solenoid. I have just replaced the solenoid with a bra...	stevieb	1	549	May 27, 2015 by peteBLUEttr
	Oil drain plug repair with teflon tape? (Preview) Hello guys, So the last time I changed the oil, the drain plug inner thread (engine side) was stripped. I had no other choice but to drill the hole and re-thread it. Since I had to do it manually, the thread was far from perfect, but the new oversized drain plug goes in fine. However, the oil still leaks out...	TTRVN	8	2902	May 27, 2015 by TTRVN
	uneven brake pad wear (Preview) The front wheel was out to repair a puncture and I noticed that the inner brake pad was badly worn but the outer brake pad had plenty of meat on it. What causes the uneven wear?	widge	5	799	May 16, 2015 by peteBLUEttr
	Rebuilding wheels - wheel and spoke information (Preview) I have a few spare wheels that have flat spots on the rims that won't pass our UK MOT test which allows only up to 2mm run out on aluminium rims. I managed to get hold of some good rims so had a go at rebuilding the wheels yesterday. I managed to rebuild two rear wheels and it was time consuming but the end resul...	TTRfan	19	19305	May 14, 2015 by peteBLUEttr
	MoT time in the UK (Preview) It was that dreaded time of the year again. My TTR needs taxing again at the end of May. Its MoT expires on 13th May so I had to do something. I booked the bike in for a test and spent most of the day before yesterday fettling it and making it presentable - I had to remove the A2E mud and sludge if nothing else. Th...	Cubber	3	769	May 13, 2015 by peteBLUEttr
	Replacement rear rim (Preview) I need either a good or new rear wheel rim to replace one that has been badly flat spotted. Just wondering if anyone know of a source of new rims that have the right spoke pattern etc please? Brian	TTRfan	3	652	May 10, 2015 by hanzo
	lubricating wheel bearings (Preview) Is it easy to re-grease the wheel bearings whilst the wheel is out or would it involve destroying the seals? Never done it befoe	widge	3	704	May 10, 2015 by TTRVN
	sticking petrol cap (Preview) anyone else had a petrol cap that sticks tight to the tank. Went to get some petrol the other day and could not unscrew the cap. Get a pair of stillsons on it and unscrewed. After a few days it was again very difficult to undo. Ha been OK in the past.	widge	2	653	May 3, 2015 by widge
	Tank Graphics Discoloring (Preview) Good morning gentleman, I'm sure more than one of us have seen this issue. My graphics have bubbled and pushed away from the tank. I have accepted that this is unavoidable unless I drain the tank after a ride. Not so easy for you road warriors. My question is, does anyone know a way to remove the "bro...	Bsturkie	0	538	Apr 24, 2015 by Bsturkie
	Ok easy fork oil replacement on a 02 TTR 250 (Preview) Heard and read mixed advice. I'm listening.	Webike4fun	2	544	Apr 21, 2015 by peteBLUEttr
	TTR 250 rebound/dampening adjuster on bottom of shock? And more.. (Preview) Newbie to the forum so thanks in advance. Grabbed a local 250 that was lightly used and a garage queen. Ran like crap though as the pilot jet was clogged. Anyway 2 questions: 1) bottom rebound of rear shock has no set consistent "clicks" just spins and occasionally there's a click! Do the cli...	Webike4fun	8	1675	Apr 20, 2015 by CUL8TTR
	Relief (Preview) After dousing the exhaust nuts and studs for a couple of weeks I tried to loosen them off today. One moved quite easily however the other was really rusted. I had to hammer on an 11 mm socket but to my relief it is coming off. The studs are coming out with the nuts so will need to contact Brian with a list of ite...	j180	2	691	Apr 19, 2015 by j180
	Another starter problem (Preview) i was out on the trails late last year when I stopped to admire the views near Alston when I went to start it was jammed, the lights were dimming when trying to start, I managed to bump the bike finish my ride, I cleaned it up put it away for another day, with work and winter yesterday I manage to take the star...	Kevingrahambutler	7	1217	Apr 19, 2015 by Kevingrahambutler
	UK 04 Sticking clock mend,,,,hopefully. (Preview) The pics should be self explanatory. What I think has happened is through either lack use of or just wear, the dials have seized. When I got it apart I put a drill on the drive and I could see it all spinning but just clicking where you can see the tip of the crewy. I poked a small screwdriver in-between each o...	The Mancunian	5	1039	Apr 17, 2015 by The Mancunian
	TTR 250 1993 Tyres? (Preview) Having just bought a white 1993 TTR 250 for a short commute to work (9miles each way) can someone please advise on the road tyres that I will require. The bike will not be used off road at all, criminal I know but it was a bargain and ideal for my daily short trip. Also any idea of its value? 1993 model, white...	Boyce	10	961	Apr 16, 2015 by Boyce
	Exhaust question.... (Preview) Just been messing about with my Brothers new TTR, well happy with it, started on the button, but he wants a new pipe between the header and the silencer.. This one looks like it may give in when subject to a bit of green lane use, the silencer is a Laser Pro Duro, possibly not originally Destined for a TTR, b...	Baggers	9	1366	Apr 15, 2015 by Baggers
	Sprucing up my motor, recommendations? (Preview) I've got my motor off and right now I'm replacing the valve seals, filters, starter/sprag, and timing chain/sprockets. Is there anything else this 15 year old engine might REALLY need that could cause fatal errors? The mileage is unknown but the top end looks brand new, valve springs are tight, the c...	commandermullet	2	544	Apr 15, 2015 by commandermullet
	Yet another starter fault (Preview) Hi Has any one come across this , starter keeps cranking on its own, traced fault to solenoid ( continuity across both post) new item fitted , wiring from start button checked all ok. Started several times as normal ,then continuous cranking only way to stop it was to remove earth wire from battery. New...	Markymark	8	832	Apr 15, 2015 by TTRfan
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