Yamaha WR250R Mega Thread

[UtahFox]

Originally Posted by ba_

It's a lot easier to load the bike (saddle bags, bag on top rack) if the bike is level than it's normal far left lean.

Not sure what bags you have, but you might take a look a look at http://www.bigdogadventures.com/WR250R.htm

He has a couple of pics on inserts he made for his Wolfman Luggage that hold the bags open. Don't know how to explain it, but here's a pic of the result, this is with empty bags. I would think this 'mod' would make the bags easier to load on an angle.

[MeefZah]

Originally Posted by debaisley

how could a rubbing fork guard do anything to the fork seals ? at most it could damage the outside edge of the dust seal

They flex into the lower fork under off road conditions.

[MeefZah]

Originally Posted by Chivvalry

How prevalent on the '08s? 1 in 10 or 9 in 10?

I've had two 08s and between them I'm at 40k and 5 left fork seals. All the guys I ride with, with 08s, which is four other guys, are at least on their second if not third seal

But maybe we are the only 5 guys, dunno......

[Rider_WV]

Originally Posted by MeefZah

I've had two 08s and between them I'm at 40k and 5 left fork seals. All the guys I ride with, with 08s, which is four other guys, are at least on their second if not third seal

But maybe we are the only 5 guys, dunno......

My left fork seal blew at 4k miles on my 08. Cheap and super simple replacement.

[UtahFox]

Originally Posted by MeefZah

I've had two 08s and between them I'm at 40k and 5 left fork seals. All the guys I ride with, with 08s, which is four other guys, are at least on their second if not third seal

But maybe we are the only 5 guys, dunno......

Have you seen this?

http://www.rickramsey.net/WR250Rmods.htm#forkmods

[Chivvalry]

Originally Posted by UtahFox

Have you seen this?

http://www.rickramsey.net/WR250Rmods.htm#forkmods

Seems pretty simple... heat gun and bend the guards out a bit.

[ggemelos]

Originally Posted by Jäger

Not near the bike to be able to take some closeup pics for you, so here's the best I can do retrieved from previous posts:

Experiences with the Lite? I like it, but it's not perfect. It is big enough to carry my DSLR, an extra lense, a small binocular, battery charger for recharging AA's on the go, a few tools that aren't in the front fender bag or tool kit, and a couple of soakers along with a SAM splint wrapped around the interior walls.

The negatives are you have to unbuckle one corner every time you need to fuel up. A perpetual minor annoyance, but not a big deal as it only takes a few seconds to do. It does make me think about the Fandango now and again...

Perhaps the greatest issue is that it is in your way somewhat when you're standing on the pegs and trying to get well forward. If it is not packed to bulging (as mine often is), your thighs will just push the bag forward and out of the way. But if you are riding your bike aggressively, you may find that the Lite is not for you.

The sewing on the two zippers has started to pull out on mine after three long years of use. I will be sending Wolfman pictures of that shortly and asking if they warranty the stitching or consider that to be eventual wear and tear results.

Unless something new has popped up this year, I'd probably buy another one. But then again, I might order a Fandango from Atomic Moto first, just to compare the volume they each hold and how the Fandango fits in comparison.

Thanks for the feedback. I went ahead and ordered the Lite.

[MeefZah]

Originally Posted by UtahFox

Have you seen this?

http://www.rickramsey.net/WR250Rmods.htm#forkmods

Yes, I tried it on WRR.1, and the guards got all sorts of disfigured. I must not have the right heat application technique down.

[MeefZah]

Originally Posted by ggemelos

Thanks for the feedback. I went ahead and ordered the Lite.

I use the Lite on the WRR for extended trips, but day to day stuff the Enduro is a nice size. The Lite is pretty big on the WRR tank but on a trip the capacity is appreciated. It does make standing more of a chore, I think.

In my case I already had the Lite for my bigger bike so it wasn't a big deal to try it on the WRR.

I meant to post these when you asked for pictures but I got busy and forgot:

[shep546]

Just ordered fmf pipe, programmer, uni filter and some yamaha stickers for my handguards... woooo cant wait for spring

[UtahFox]

Originally Posted by shep546

Just ordered fmf pipe, programmer, uni filter and some yamaha stickers for my handguards... woooo cant wait for spring

NIce. Unifilter for the main air filter, or that post-ais removal mod of Rick Ramsey's?

[shep546]

Originally Posted by UtahFox

NIce. Unifilter for the main air filter, or that post-ais removal mod of Rick Ramsey's?

Main air filter... don't really feel like gutting the bike yet as it's still under warranty and I don't quite understand what that mod is meant to accomplish.

[UtahFox]

Originally Posted by shep546

Main air filter... don't really feel like gutting the bike yet as it's still under warranty and I don't quite understand what that mod is meant to accomplish.

The reason I did those mods was simply to clean the bike up and shave a little weight. Since these mods don't harm the bike in any way, I'm down.

This is what wrrdualsport.com has to say about the AIS, "The AIS (Air Injection System) is a common component found on bikes with a catalytic converter. It injects clean air directly into the cylinder to help it warm the exhaust gases upon initial startup and bring the catalytic converter up to operating temperature quicker. If you go with an aftermarket exhaust, the AIS is no longer serving any purpose and will actually cause backfiring on decel."

I have an aftermarket exhaust, so was only too happy to get rid of it. My new can has been on for a couple of days, but the initial tip I bought is too loud for my tastes. It sounds pretty cool, just a little too loud so no 'after' video yet. I'm fighting with an Amazon Marketplace dealer, Powersport Superstore, to get a new quieter tip and I really have no idea when it's going to be here Once I get that on, I'll get that video finished.

[shep546]

Yeah I heard the two bro's is just TOO loud... I hope my powercore 4 isnt that bad.

[swimmer]

I've had my 09 wr since november and just noticed today that the center portion of the muffler cover was painted blue. Not sure why I never noticed this before. In certain light it's not noticeable. Anyway, situations change and I am wanting to put the bike up for sale and just wondered if this paint was normal and if not so I could disclose it to a potential buyer.