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spud351 · spud351

Decided to go with powder coating the shock but it looks like the spring will only come of from the bottom. Therefore I need to disconeect the oil chamber. Does this need to be filled/pressurised to go back on or can I just disconnect, take off the spring and put it all back together again? I can't find any...

sammyttr · sammyttr

How long does the sprag clutch last before it goes bang and takes engine with it, my ttr has 6,300 miles roughly If i buy a kick start kit and undid the connections for the starter would that prolong the life of it. how reliably is a ttr for everyday use and whats typical mpg

TTRfan · TTRfan

http://ttr250.com/Clutch_replacement/Clutch_fitting.htm

mossproof · mossproof

Following prompting from Brian, I shall now attempt to give some help regarding changing the lock barrel on an OE fuel cap: 1: Give the whole cap a good soaking in penetrating oil to loosen up any dirt and rust 2: Undo the 2 screws that hold the locking mechanism in place, taking care to hold pressure on it...

TTRfan · TTRfan

https://totallyttrs.com/epages/699105d9-e4cc-4b32-b236-84e72cd67f84.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/699105d9-e4cc-4b32-b236-84e72cd67f84/Categories/Shop/Workshop_and_owners_manualsOther

TTRfan · TTRfan

See http://www.ttr250.com/TTR_renew_fork_seals.htm

TTRfan · TTRfan

There has been a number of questions about changing the TTR's oil and filter so I took some pics of the oil change I have just done. I will explain how I do it but you may well decide to do things your own way. Warm the engine first as the warm circulated oil will drain more easily and carry any debris with it. R...

TTRfan · TTRfan

This guide shows how to replacing the steering head bearings with new using an AllBalls kit Firstly remove the old outer bearing races. I used a special tool made for the job. An alternative way of removing an outer bearing race which will be scrap is to put a blob of weld on its surface from an arc weld...

TTRfan · TTRfan

I am chuffed to be able to report that the joint project that TTR Steve and I did to rebuild a TTR250 rear shock (and to document the process so as to create a user guide) was successful The guide is now online click here and, as usual with new guides, feedback will be appreciated! Now that new shocks are n...

TTRfan · TTRfan

http://www.ttr250.com/Sprag_replacement/TTR_sprag_replacement.htm

TTRfan · TTRfan

http://www.ttr250.com/Shock_bearing_fitting_guide.html

TTRfan · TTRfan

If your original unit is damaged or missing and you are fitting an after-market switch you may need some additional parts. When I was building my project bike, these are the additional parts I needed to properly fit the switch. It is more than likely that you will already have these on your TTR. Firs...

pauls ttr · pauls ttr

hi can anyone help me i was stripping my bike down today and cleaning it. when i noticed the battery negitave was going to the red wire at the top and the positave was going to the bottom look at the pic attach is this the wrong battery, and if it is wrong will it of done any damage. thanks paul -- Edi...

Vancor88 · Vancor88

In need of some help. My 2001 ttr 250 has been working great up to this point. Now it won't start. Push the magic button and nothing. The headlight still shines bright but no start. It happened all of a sudden. I went to start in one morning and nothing. I have tried charging the battery but still no power. I...

TTRfan · TTRfan

I have just started to strip the engine for my next project. When I bought the TTR a couple of years ago, I couldn't start it and suspected low compression so it needs investigating. There is already a "show and tell" for removing the cylinder head here so I am trying to think of any hints or ti...

TTRfan · TTRfan

http://www.ttr250.com/Removing_Cylinder_Head/TTR_head_removal.htm

TTRfan · TTRfan

http://www.gibbsperformance.co.uk/workshop-services.aspx

TTRfan · TTRfan

The question has often been asked if OE and Raid seats and tanks were swappable. Well, I had one of each models side by side in the garage today so thought I would try out a swap. This is an Open Enduro with a Raid tank and seat. You can see that it is quite a good fit despite the extra width of the Raid seat at the...

TTRfan · TTRfan

This is an extract from my project bike thread so it may read a little odd in places. I thought it might be useful to start a new thread for this job as the original post will get lost in time. The first bolt attaching the linkage (or relay) arm to the frame is usually well stuck in. The main bolt's LH head (on o...

TTRfan · TTRfan

See http://ttr250.com/TTR_retrofitting_kickstart.htm

TTRfan · TTRfan

I am not sure why but the bottom of the three oil filter cover bolts seems susceptible to stripping the thread. Unfortunately this has just happened to my project TTR as I was changing the oil and filter. Disappointing as I was using a torque wrench but not unexpected as the bolt came out "funny&q...

an2006dy · an2006dy

As above, i remember reading on the old yahoo page a photo guide on how to replace the backlight bulb on the speedo. I can't seem to find it on here, any ideas where i can find it? Or at least help me out! Many thanks in advance. Andy

TTRfan · TTRfan

http://www.ttr250.com/dirtybiking_tech-feature_ttr250_starter_rebuild.html

TTRfan · TTRfan

http://www.ttr250.com/Fitting_Tyre/Tyre_fitting.htm

TTRfan · TTRfan

See http://www.ttr250.com/TTR_shock_brg.htm

TTRfan · TTRfan

See http://www.ttr250.com/TTR_rear_discpads.htm

TTRfan · TTRfan

The following text and pictures are copied from my resto thread here. The chain I use is a Renthal R3 116 link so it needed to be shortened for the 13/48 sprockets I am using.The front sprocket is 30mm and should be torqued to 110Nm or 80 ft lbs after fitting the two-use tab washer.First up is to work out ho...

TTRfan · TTRfan

http://www.ttr250.com/Rebuilding_cylinder_head/TTR_cylinder_head_rebuild.htm

TTRfan · TTRfan

I have had a couple of instances recently where the neutral warning light in particular has hardly been visible in daylight. The remedy is simple. I found that the bulb and lens were covered in a layer of very fine dust. The following applies to the blue model TTR but the process is similar for the white T...

fatboy686 · fatboy686

Hello all, I need a new surround for my TTR's headlight (don't ask!) However, Mine looks like this: But on eBay they are like this or this which are clearly different. So, which is the standard for this bike? Or should I just buy a generic light like this on TotallyTTRs? Does anyone have one of these? Have...

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	STICKY: Rear Shock Absorber - Q&A megathread ( 1 2 3 4 ) (Preview) Decided to go with powder coating the shock but it looks like the spring will only come of from the bottom. Therefore I need to disconeect the oil chamber. Does this need to be filled/pressurised to go back on or can I just disconnect, take off the spring and put it all back together again? I can't find any...	spud351	150	205571	October 18th by Nic_B
	STICKY: Sprag clutch questions and answers thread ( 1 2 ) (Preview) How long does the sprag clutch last before it goes bang and takes engine with it, my ttr has 6,300 miles roughly If i buy a kick start kit and undid the connections for the starter would that prolong the life of it. how reliably is a ttr for everyday use and whats typical mpg	sammyttr	84	54333	September 24th by Running Out Of Road
	STICKY: Clutch replacement guide (Preview) http://ttr250.com/Clutch_replacement/Clutch_fitting.htm	TTRfan	4	3420	Sep 4, 2022 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Locking fuel cap key barrel removal (Preview) Following prompting from Brian, I shall now attempt to give some help regarding changing the lock barrel on an OE fuel cap: 1: Give the whole cap a good soaking in penetrating oil to loosen up any dirt and rust 2: Undo the 2 screws that hold the locking mechanism in place, taking care to hold pressure on it...	mossproof	5	4716	May 13, 2021 by ttr steve
	STICKY: Downloading workshop and owners manual (Preview) https://totallyttrs.com/epages/699105d9-e4cc-4b32-b236-84e72cd67f84.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/699105d9-e4cc-4b32-b236-84e72cd67f84/Categories/Shop/Workshop_and_owners_manualsOther	TTRfan	20	95969	Aug 5, 2020 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Fork seals - removing and replacing fork seals on a Yamaha TTR250 (Preview) See http://www.ttr250.com/TTR_renew_fork_seals.htm	TTRfan	34	69973	Mar 6, 2020 by Spyrious
	STICKY: Oil and filter changing (Preview) There has been a number of questions about changing the TTR's oil and filter so I took some pics of the oil change I have just done. I will explain how I do it but you may well decide to do things your own way. Warm the engine first as the warm circulated oil will drain more easily and carry any debris with it. R...	TTRfan	38	80900	May 20, 2019 by Cubber
	STICKY: Steering head bearings - inspection, maintenance and/or replacement (Preview) This guide shows how to replacing the steering head bearings with new using an AllBalls kit Firstly remove the old outer bearing races. I used a special tool made for the job. An alternative way of removing an outer bearing race which will be scrap is to put a blob of weld on its surface from an arc weld...	TTRfan	21	26645	May 17, 2019 by rzrman
	STICKY: Rear shock absorber - replacing the seal head (Preview) I am chuffed to be able to report that the joint project that TTR Steve and I did to rebuild a TTR250 rear shock (and to document the process so as to create a user guide) was successful The guide is now online click here and, as usual with new guides, feedback will be appreciated! Now that new shocks are n...	TTRfan	3	2353	Mar 22, 2019 by ttr steve
	STICKY: Sprag clutch (one-way assembly) replacement (Preview) http://www.ttr250.com/Sprag_replacement/TTR_sprag_replacement.htm	TTRfan	3	4228	Jul 25, 2018 by mossproof
	STICKY: Shock absorber - replacing the top bearing with a bush kit (Preview) http://www.ttr250.com/Shock_bearing_fitting_guide.html	TTRfan	12	4862	Feb 15, 2018 by ttr steve
	STICKY: A guide to fitting an after-market ignition switch (Preview) If your original unit is damaged or missing and you are fitting an after-market switch you may need some additional parts. When I was building my project bike, these are the additional parts I needed to properly fit the switch. It is more than likely that you will already have these on your TTR. Firs...	TTRfan	1	5901	Jan 6, 2018 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Battery ( 1 2 ) (Preview) hi can anyone help me i was stripping my bike down today and cleaning it. when i noticed the battery negitave was going to the red wire at the top and the positave was going to the bottom look at the pic attach is this the wrong battery, and if it is wrong will it of done any damage. thanks paul -- Edi...	pauls ttr	88	137897	Nov 6, 2017 by skyrider
	STICKY: Help!! My TTR250 won't start! (Preview) In need of some help. My 2001 ttr 250 has been working great up to this point. Now it won't start. Push the magic button and nothing. The headlight still shines bright but no start. It happened all of a sudden. I went to start in one morning and nothing. I have tried charging the battery but still no power. I...	Vancor88	37	72990	Jul 18, 2017 by ttr steve
	STICKY: Engine removal and strip down - hints and tips (Preview) I have just started to strip the engine for my next project. When I bought the TTR a couple of years ago, I couldn't start it and suspected low compression so it needs investigating. There is already a "show and tell" for removing the cylinder head here so I am trying to think of any hints or ti...	TTRfan	23	28746	May 30, 2017 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Cylinder head removal and replacement (Preview) http://www.ttr250.com/Removing_Cylinder_Head/TTR_head_removal.htm	TTRfan	1	3270	Sep 29, 2016 by TTRfan
	STICKY: TTR250 shock absorber repair/refurbishment/service (Preview) http://www.gibbsperformance.co.uk/workshop-services.aspx	TTRfan	10	8498	Jul 17, 2016 by fourelms
	STICKY: Interchangeability of Open Enduro and Raid seats and tanks (Preview) The question has often been asked if OE and Raid seats and tanks were swappable. Well, I had one of each models side by side in the garage today so thought I would try out a swap. This is an Open Enduro with a Raid tank and seat. You can see that it is quite a good fit despite the extra width of the Raid seat at the...	TTRfan	6	4465	Feb 25, 2016 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Linkage bearing replacement - fitting an All Balls linkage bearing kit (Preview) This is an extract from my project bike thread so it may read a little odd in places. I thought it might be useful to start a new thread for this job as the original post will get lost in time. The first bolt attaching the linkage (or relay) arm to the frame is usually well stuck in. The main bolt's LH head (on o...	TTRfan	26	46482	Dec 19, 2014 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Kickstart - retrofitting a kickstart mechanism (Preview) See http://ttr250.com/TTR_retrofitting_kickstart.htm	TTRfan	7	4090	Dec 4, 2013 by Lostboyscout
	STICKY: Oil filter - repairing a stripped thread (Preview) I am not sure why but the bottom of the three oil filter cover bolts seems susceptible to stripping the thread. Unfortunately this has just happened to my project TTR as I was changing the oil and filter. Disappointing as I was using a torque wrench but not unexpected as the bolt came out "funny&q...	TTRfan	4	4442	Nov 23, 2013 by Aussie Paul
	STICKY: Speedo backlight - replacing the bulb on the backlight on Speedo on 2004 Blue Model (Preview) As above, i remember reading on the old yahoo page a photo guide on how to replace the backlight bulb on the speedo. I can't seem to find it on here, any ideas where i can find it? Or at least help me out! Many thanks in advance. Andy	an2006dy	3	7247	Nov 15, 2013 by an2006dy
	STICKY: Starter motor rebuild - the hard way! But some useful pics and information. (Preview) http://www.ttr250.com/dirtybiking_tech-feature_ttr250_starter_rebuild.html	TTRfan	0	3554	Nov 13, 2013 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Tyres - fitting a new tyre - just one way of doing it - there are many others! (Preview) http://www.ttr250.com/Fitting_Tyre/Tyre_fitting.htm	TTRfan	0	2979	Nov 13, 2013 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Shock absorber - replacing the bottom shock bearing (Preview) See http://www.ttr250.com/TTR_shock_brg.htm	TTRfan	0	2669	Nov 13, 2013 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Brake pad replacement (Preview) See http://www.ttr250.com/TTR_rear_discpads.htm	TTRfan	0	2917	Nov 13, 2013 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Fitting a new chain which needs shortening (Preview) The following text and pictures are copied from my resto thread here. The chain I use is a Renthal R3 116 link so it needed to be shortened for the 13/48 sprockets I am using.The front sprocket is 30mm and should be torqued to 110Nm or 80 ft lbs after fitting the two-use tab washer.First up is to work out ho...	TTRfan	0	2678	Nov 6, 2013 by TTRfan
	STICKY: Cylinder head rebuild (Preview) http://www.ttr250.com/Rebuilding_cylinder_head/TTR_cylinder_head_rebuild.htm	TTRfan	2	10606	Oct 20, 2013 by petenz
	STICKY: Warning lights - are your speedo warning lights dim? (Preview) I have had a couple of instances recently where the neutral warning light in particular has hardly been visible in daylight. The remedy is simple. I found that the bulb and lens were covered in a layer of very fine dust. The following applies to the blue model TTR but the process is similar for the white T...	TTRfan	9	17920	Sep 11, 2013 by TT-R250M
	STICKY: Headlights - surrounds, types, bulbs, etc ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hello all, I need a new surround for my TTR's headlight (don't ask!) However, Mine looks like this: But on eBay they are like this or this which are clearly different. So, which is the standard for this bike? Or should I just buy a generic light like this on TotallyTTRs? Does anyone have one of these? Have...	fatboy686	63	139185	Apr 7, 2013 by TTRfan
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