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

Timetradernc · Timetradernc

New to the forum thank goodness I found ya'll. I am new to the dirt bike thing son is 4 and is riding a Razor electric dirt bike, getting a gas one for his 5th bday in July. Dad has always wanted one so this was my excuse to purchase my first dirt bike. I know very litte about these bikes, it ran strong no issues o...

TTRfan · TTRfan

The challenge with tax discs on dirt bikes is to make them last a year without turning to pulp what with all the water they have to endure from rain, ford crossings, power washing, etc. The system I have used for many years with great success is to attach then to the LH ("nearside" as required b...

sammyttr · sammyttr

Hello, As I've mentioned before I've got an after market head light, there is a bolt hole at the bottom but no bracket to bolt it too, would be okay for mot reason to cable tie to bottom yolk as security and use locking bolts to secure the head light to the bracket on the forks.

BM Steve · BM Steve

Hi All, does anyone know what alternative filter I can buy to fit the TTR the TTR filter isn't listed where I was wanting to buy one EG: will a YZ250 filter replace the TTR filter Here is a list of filters from Torpedo 7 in Aus, I have a voucher to use and it expires soon Thanks - - - - - - - - - - ...

TTRfan · TTRfan

It's a pretty simple operation. Just follow this step by step pictorial guide. Tools needed:- wheel-nut spanner (24mm), socket set, hammer and drift. Part needed: Yamaha part number: 10-4GY-22151-00-00 : SEAL, GUARD or an after-market item available here Clear a space and get the bike up on a stan...

oshanrube · oshanrube

hey i fitted a new set of front brake pads but now i feel like they are a two tight fit. i did grees the caliper pistons but feel lyk thy are not very responsive to go back in. any ideas whats the reason?

nwrider · nwrider

looking to upgrade handlebar of stock 2006 bike. what is the rise, pull back and width of stock bike bars

colin13846 · colin13846

Well how often/frequency? can not make my mind up, what does everyone do?

colin13846 · colin13846

Progrip grip is slipping on the throtle tube, guess I will need to glue it. Qustion is which glue?

colin13846 · colin13846

"Twin air" filter or "K & N" filter, are they much different and which is best?

hertsrider · hertsrider

Afternoon all, In the FAQ section there is the following advice... Uncorking the TTR250 Two freebie mods to start with: 1. Look under the tank at your throttle linkage and you will notice that Mr Yamaha installs a stop screw that limits you to less than full throttle. Adjust the screw to allow full trav...

JuJu · JuJu

Hi Guru's, After changing oil, plug (with new double stalk plug), adjusting ,mixture to the 2 turns, the TTR is still breaking down when the revs get up there. I'm getting a lot of soot out of the exhaust (1/2 of my Learner Plate is black!). I'm at 2 minds whether to attack the carby with a rebuild or tackle...

FrankiRBM · FrankiRBM

I have a 2008 which has been standing. I have cleaned the carb 5 times and am sure there is NO dirt left. Its completely stock with 4000km on the clock. Starts without the choke when cold which I think is a problem.. Then if I take it for a ride , it pulls hard and clean through the gears until I engage 6th , then...

MarkShelley · MarkShelley

Today I made a disappointing discovery. You may have seen my thread on a seized speedo drive. I have resolved that and have some 3-tab washers en route from Brian. I have now found that these will be of no use as the bits on the hub that should cause the washer to spin are not present, obviously broken off at...

oldmickyboy · oldmickyboy

hi all i'm new to the ttr250 having only done 200 miles on my new to me 2003 model, the problem is that when i'm riding and change gear theres sometimes a little chirrup or squeal, ive checked the cable which is lovely and smooth ive also checked the drive sprocket and chain and all appears fine. the bike ha...

JuJu · JuJu

Hi to the TTR clan! Well I'm the proud owner of a trusty 98 TTR Open Enduro.. Cost $1550 off the trading post (same publication that I found the wife.... but that is another story ) Since then I have had the forks resealed and oiled(on the bike, not the wife), the rear shock rebuilt (thanks to Hoey Racing in...

TTRfan · TTRfan

http://racetech.com/ProductSearch/1/Yamaha/TT-R250/2002

Logi · Logi

Mine's started leaking, can you buy it seperately? Does anyone have the Yamaha part number(my local Yam dealer leaves a lot to be desired)

nwrider · nwrider

i am looking at upgrading my stock 2006 exhaust with a lighter and maybe quieter fmf q4 exhaust. I live at 3500 ft above sea level and ride up to 6000ft. should i change my main and pilot jet? and to what? thanks

sammyttr · sammyttr

Hello, The bolt for the exhaust bracket between the header pipe and muffler is missing what size bolt is it or better has somebody got a picm of one. thanks Sam.

dan-reeves · dan-reeves

Hello today when riding home from work the bolt that holds the rear brake foot pedal snapped :( Has anyone had this problem before? what do you think i should do to fix this? The thread is stuck in the frame itself so i cant even see drilling it out and tapping it will work :/ Thanks for any help Dan

MarkShelley · MarkShelley

I removed the bent up bars fitted to my `new` bike and have begun to fit new Rental Dakar High bars (code 613) along with some second hand risers I picked up off ebay. I ordered the longer clutch and throttle cables from Brian and Trish over the weekend (hope the flu is on the way out Brian!) and they arrived...

davecambo · davecambo

just thought i would let you guys know that 13 front, 50 rear feels great. front wheel lifts with throttle in first and on second gear change. top speed is over 100km/h still (great in case i have to travel anywhere on pavement between tracks) more response down low without sacrificing too much up top. c...

MarkShelley · MarkShelley

Anybody know where they can be obtained without the bearings themselves? It is fronts I need.

BM Steve · BM Steve

On the way home the speedo started playing up, became erratic then stopped all together, stripped it down today, checked the speedo unit first with a cordless drill, worked perfectly, so cleaned the cable housing the cable and regreased the lot, next removed the wheel and removed the drive unit, pul...

davecambo · davecambo

would popping on deceleration indicate too lean an idle screw mixture? i come to this due to it being only when i close the throttle when engine braking, so jetting wouldnt be anything to do with it would it? havent noticed popping or backfiring under any other circumstance. the bike idels well, start...

sable · sable

Hi all ! I have to change left crankcase cover, but i can't find a new part with partnumber 4GY-15411-01-00 . I have found a lot suggestios of 4GY-15411-02-00 in the internet shops. So i have a question : are these parts interchangeable ? Thanks, Dmitriy

Matt G · Matt G

Hi, I have to shrink the TTR 250 workshop manual to 25MB or less so I can email it. Does anyone know how? Thank you.

pedrosan · pedrosan

I have taken the swingarm off to repair the scratches in it caused by a work out chain slider. Whilst its off, and since the bit I've repaired needs painting anyway, I thought I would paint the swingarm. To do this I have tried to take the suspension linkage off but can't get it to budge. I checked the f...

MarkShelley · MarkShelley

I have partially stripped down my `new` 2003 bike today to get an idea how it all goes together. While I was at it I cleaned all the electrical connectors and filled them with Dielectric grease to keep out moisture in the future. The spark plug recess had a lot of dry mud in it and it took a fir bit of fiddling...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	2002 TTR 250 Ran Out of Gas Now Won't Start (Preview) New to the forum thank goodness I found ya'll. I am new to the dirt bike thing son is 4 and is riding a Razor electric dirt bike, getting a gas one for his 5th bday in July. Dad has always wanted one so this was my excuse to purchase my first dirt bike. I know very litte about these bikes, it ran strong no issues o...	Timetradernc	3	2168	Apr 20, 2012 by TTRfan
	Mounting a tax disc (UK) (Preview) The challenge with tax discs on dirt bikes is to make them last a year without turning to pulp what with all the water they have to endure from rain, ford crossings, power washing, etc. The system I have used for many years with great success is to attach then to the LH ("nearside" as required b...	TTRfan	8	1152	Apr 19, 2012 by rattlyolddt
	Head light bracket (Preview) Hello, As I've mentioned before I've got an after market head light, there is a bolt hole at the bottom but no bracket to bolt it too, would be okay for mot reason to cable tie to bottom yolk as security and use locking bolts to secure the head light to the bracket on the forks.	sammyttr	3	744	Apr 19, 2012 by TTRfan
	Air Filters: Alternative models (Preview) Hi All, does anyone know what alternative filter I can buy to fit the TTR the TTR filter isn't listed where I was wanting to buy one EG: will a YZ250 filter replace the TTR filter Here is a list of filters from Torpedo 7 in Aus, I have a voucher to use and it expires soon Thanks - - - - - - - - - - ...	BM Steve	0	669	Apr 15, 2012 by BM Steve
	Replacing a chain slider on a Yamaha TTR250 (Preview) It's a pretty simple operation. Just follow this step by step pictorial guide. Tools needed:- wheel-nut spanner (24mm), socket set, hammer and drift. Part needed: Yamaha part number: 10-4GY-22151-00-00 : SEAL, GUARD or an after-market item available here Clear a space and get the bike up on a stan...	TTRfan	18	6767	Apr 14, 2012 by dan-reeves
	Front brake caliper repair (Preview) hey i fitted a new set of front brake pads but now i feel like they are a two tight fit. i did grees the caliper pistons but feel lyk thy are not very responsive to go back in. any ideas whats the reason?	oshanrube	0	762	Apr 12, 2012 by oshanrube
	what is stock handlebars? (Preview) looking to upgrade handlebar of stock 2006 bike. what is the rise, pull back and width of stock bike bars	nwrider	0	1236	Apr 10, 2012 by nwrider
	Oil change - miles or hours? (Preview) Well how often/frequency? can not make my mind up, what does everyone do?	colin13846	2	4063	Apr 8, 2012 by TTRfan
	Grip sliping (throttle) (Preview) Progrip grip is slipping on the throtle tube, guess I will need to glue it. Qustion is which glue?	colin13846	4	717	Apr 8, 2012 by colin13846
	Air filters (Preview) "Twin air" filter or "K & N" filter, are they much different and which is best?	colin13846	6	1174	Apr 7, 2012 by hertsrider
	"Uncorking" (Preview) Afternoon all, In the FAQ section there is the following advice... Uncorking the TTR250 Two freebie mods to start with: 1. Look under the tank at your throttle linkage and you will notice that Mr Yamaha installs a stop screw that limits you to less than full throttle. Adjust the screw to allow full trav...	hertsrider	3	2693	Apr 5, 2012 by TTRfan
	Breaking down at high revs (Preview) Hi Guru's, After changing oil, plug (with new double stalk plug), adjusting ,mixture to the 2 turns, the TTR is still breaking down when the revs get up there. I'm getting a lot of soot out of the exhaust (1/2 of my Learner Plate is black!). I'm at 2 minds whether to attack the carby with a rebuild or tackle...	JuJu	3	1138	Apr 3, 2012 by JuJu
	Carburetor problem.... I think (Preview) I have a 2008 which has been standing. I have cleaned the carb 5 times and am sure there is NO dirt left. Its completely stock with 4000km on the clock. Starts without the choke when cold which I think is a problem.. Then if I take it for a ride , it pulls hard and clean through the gears until I engage 6th , then...	FrankiRBM	4	1983	Apr 3, 2012 by FrankiRBM
	This one has me stumped (Preview) Today I made a disappointing discovery. You may have seen my thread on a seized speedo drive. I have resolved that and have some 3-tab washers en route from Brian. I have now found that these will be of no use as the bits on the hub that should cause the washer to spin are not present, obviously broken off at...	MarkShelley	9	1310	Apr 3, 2012 by MarkShelley
	strange noise (Preview) hi all i'm new to the ttr250 having only done 200 miles on my new to me 2003 model, the problem is that when i'm riding and change gear theres sometimes a little chirrup or squeal, ive checked the cable which is lovely and smooth ive also checked the drive sprocket and chain and all appears fine. the bike ha...	oldmickyboy	3	1081	Apr 3, 2012 by pedrosan
	Well where do I Start??? (Preview) Hi to the TTR clan! Well I'm the proud owner of a trusty 98 TTR Open Enduro.. Cost $1550 off the trading post (same publication that I found the wife.... but that is another story ) Since then I have had the forks resealed and oiled(on the bike, not the wife), the rear shock rebuilt (thanks to Hoey Racing in...	JuJu	3	1328	Apr 2, 2012 by JuJu
	Forks and shock parts and repairs (Preview) http://racetech.com/ProductSearch/1/Yamaha/TT-R250/2002	TTRfan	0	546	Apr 1, 2012 by TTRfan
	Rocker Cover Gasket? (Preview) Mine's started leaking, can you buy it seperately? Does anyone have the Yamaha part number(my local Yam dealer leaves a lot to be desired)	Logi	6	1485	Mar 31, 2012 by Logi
	New exhaust what jets to use/ (Preview) i am looking at upgrading my stock 2006 exhaust with a lighter and maybe quieter fmf q4 exhaust. I live at 3500 ft above sea level and ride up to 6000ft. should i change my main and pilot jet? and to what? thanks	nwrider	4	736	Mar 29, 2012 by nwrider
	Exhaust bracket bolt (Preview) Hello, The bolt for the exhaust bracket between the header pipe and muffler is missing what size bolt is it or better has somebody got a picm of one. thanks Sam.	sammyttr	4	914	Mar 27, 2012 by Cubber
	rear brake foot lever (Preview) Hello today when riding home from work the bolt that holds the rear brake foot pedal snapped :( Has anyone had this problem before? what do you think i should do to fix this? The thread is stuck in the frame itself so i cant even see drilling it out and tapping it will work :/ Thanks for any help Dan	dan-reeves	8	1020	Mar 23, 2012 by BM Steve
	Fitting Dakar High bars (Preview) I removed the bent up bars fitted to my `new` bike and have begun to fit new Rental Dakar High bars (code 613) along with some second hand risers I picked up off ebay. I ordered the longer clutch and throttle cables from Brian and Trish over the weekend (hope the flu is on the way out Brian!) and they arrived...	MarkShelley	6	1422	Mar 23, 2012 by pedrosan
	13 front, 50 rear feels great. (Preview) just thought i would let you guys know that 13 front, 50 rear feels great. front wheel lifts with throttle in first and on second gear change. top speed is over 100km/h still (great in case i have to travel anywhere on pavement between tracks) more response down low without sacrificing too much up top. c...	davecambo	11	1423	Mar 23, 2012 by TTRNZ
	Wheel bearing seals (Preview) Anybody know where they can be obtained without the bearings themselves? It is fronts I need.	MarkShelley	1	783	Mar 22, 2012 by TTRfan
	Speedo Died on the W/end (Preview) On the way home the speedo started playing up, became erratic then stopped all together, stripped it down today, checked the speedo unit first with a cordless drill, worked perfectly, so cleaned the cable housing the cable and regreased the lot, next removed the wheel and removed the drive unit, pul...	BM Steve	7	868	Mar 22, 2012 by MarkShelley
	popping on decelleration (Preview) would popping on deceleration indicate too lean an idle screw mixture? i come to this due to it being only when i close the throttle when engine braking, so jetting wouldnt be anything to do with it would it? havent noticed popping or backfiring under any other circumstance. the bike idels well, start...	davecambo	11	1905	Mar 21, 2012 by BM Steve
	Crankcase covers (Preview) Hi all ! I have to change left crankcase cover, but i can't find a new part with partnumber 4GY-15411-01-00 . I have found a lot suggestios of 4GY-15411-02-00 in the internet shops. So i have a question : are these parts interchangeable ? Thanks, Dmitriy	sable	6	959	Mar 21, 2012 by sable
	Ho do I make a 29MB PDF smaller? (Preview) Hi, I have to shrink the TTR 250 workshop manual to 25MB or less so I can email it. Does anyone know how? Thank you.	Matt G	7	1113	Mar 21, 2012 by Matt G
	Swingarm disassembly (Preview) I have taken the swingarm off to repair the scratches in it caused by a work out chain slider. Whilst its off, and since the bit I've repaired needs painting anyway, I thought I would paint the swingarm. To do this I have tried to take the suspension linkage off but can't get it to budge. I checked the f...	pedrosan	2	1186	Mar 21, 2012 by pedrosan
	Mud in spark plug recess (Preview) I have partially stripped down my `new` 2003 bike today to get an idea how it all goes together. While I was at it I cleaned all the electrical connectors and filled them with Dielectric grease to keep out moisture in the future. The spark plug recess had a lot of dry mud in it and it took a fir bit of fiddling...	MarkShelley	4	1298	Mar 17, 2012 by Cubber
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