Yamaha WR250R and WR250X Forum

Hi all I have recently fitted a 48t rear sprocket and a standard 13t front sprocket to my wr250r very pleased with results it pulls really well. I was thinking about getting a speedo healer. if the speedo is reading approx 10mph faster will this mean that mileage is also reading more than I'm actually do...

Hello I have just fitted 13t front and 48t rear sprockets with a 112 link renthal r3 chain all went OK but I had to unscrew rear axle adjusters out about 25mm about 3x the length that they were with the standard set up is this normal on a wr250r 2008 to get chain correct length if anyone can advise it will be ap...

New WR250X & WR250R lowering link with grease nipple! Bike too tall? Having trouble getting your leg over?? Improve riding comfort & stability with this lowering link which will take the seat height down by 2" when combined with the factory lowering option. Includes bearings and s...

Hi all, I am new to the site, had a WR250R now for nearly a year and really enjoying it I need some help with an electrical problem with the cooling fan, not long ago it wouldn’t come on and the engine was boiling so I eventually diagnosed the problem to a corroded terminal in the relay, I cleaned it and put lo...

As the WR is totally over-geared.... I now use- 110 link chain Standard 13 tooth sprocket on the front. 46 tooth rear sprocket on my road wheel 47 tooth sprocket on the off road wheel.

Hi all just joined, I don't have a WR but am on the lookout for the R version. Just sold my DRZ400 and am looking to return to a Yamaha after previously running a very reliable TTR250 for a couple of years.

Hi all can anyone tell me where I can buy a 13t front sprocket and 48t rear plus 112 link chain which will fit straight on my wr250r with out taking links out of chain ect ie as easy as possible so I can try to fit it myself as still learning or model number/name ect of all three components chain + front + rear sp...

larger fuel tank wanted and 21 inch front wheel please

Those readers with good memories may recall that my son moved his family over to Spain (on the coast near Murcia) a while ago. Trish & I are taking a rare break together to go over and visit and celebrate the Spanish "Three Kings" holiday with them. This will only be the second time that we...

Hi I have just fitted a k&n ya-3586 to my wr250r only had one ride yesterday and WOW what a difference it revs a lot more easily and now you can feel the exhaust/air filter flapper valve open as before there wasn't a lot of difference I would recommend these to anyone who has the same bike as mine really...

Hi I will be looking for new tyres in the spring for my wr250r I was thinking of Dunlop d606 front and rear I normally ride 70% on road and the rest on mild off road not deep mud ect do you recommend these tyres or are there better alternatives? All the best for Xmas and new year. Martin

After a few months of prevarication, on my part, I accepted an invite from Jim, a trail riding buddy from many years ago, to go out on a local run with him and three mates. My first trail ride since July It took me a little while to dig out my winter riding gear and fettle the WR250R but I was ready when Jim pas...

hello this is my first post so take it easy on me.I want to know which is the correct k&n oil filter for wr250r 2008 I have fitted a k&n 141filter is this right as it didn't seem to compress much when I put cover back on?

just purchased a wrx , look forward to a good ride and finding some off road wheels . seems to be a great bike!!

My first post here so Hello to everyone. Probably not the best way to start on the forums with a FS thread but I thought I'd give it a shot. Selling my Black WR250X 2009 with 11K on the clock. Standard bike with a 46T rear sprocket and good condition Pirelli Diablo Rosso 2. It's on ebay here: http://goo.g...

Hi, I just have bought a 2008 WR250R, 2500 km in perfect condition. i usually ride a 600xlr Honda(1983) or a 600LC4 KTM(1991) in soft enduro way, but they become to be "vintage" bikes and more for collection. I was looking for a recent and lighter bike, efficient enough to ride everywhere wi...

Coach Road Lake District 11th October 2015

This is a fantastic mod that i've been meaning to post up for some time now, just been so busy out riding in my free time to have a moment. It's cheap easy and a huge improvement imho. Many of you may find that you get somewhat of an ache in your wrist when constantly cranking out full throttle, particularl...

Hi one and all, Caused another little mishap ...doh. I was rerouting my clutch cable as it was rubbing a little and i could see a better path, when i accidently pushed out the clutch switch. I heard a ping and something fly across the room. Goodness knows if it was a lug, a clip or something snap off maybe ev...

Anyone have any recommendations on installing a new Battery Tender USB charger setup?

Always with the damn number plate and indicators ..... ...It's started to become the sign of a truly good days riding. Really not sure how it happened this time. One minute it was all there, the next it was gone . The number plate really was totaled and i wonder if i could have potentially bottomed out on...

Looking to replace the Bridgestone BT's tyre on my 17" wheels for my commute to work over winter with Avon Distanzia AM43/44 as they get good reviews on WR sites in States. Common sizes seem to be AM43 120/70 R17 for front and AM44 150/60 R17 for rear - which is a little larger than current 110/70 &am...

Can only find them on sale in the States. Do any footpegs from other bikes fit and, if so, which ones please? Brian

Beachy head, East Sussex ...22/08/15. ...making the most of summer, Grassroots. -- Edited by Grassroots on Monday 24th of August 2015 03:18:31 PM

No more carrying stupid items in a rucksack risking a back injury.... ....Long over due. This is the slim rack and is $125 from Jarad in the U.S.... http://www.scaggsmotodesigns.com/wr250r---x.html It was very quick and easy to install as the fender is actually already...

Anyone got Wolfman pannier racks they want rid of? Thanks Lloyd.

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A great product from DRIVEN USA. Driven Folding Shift Levers allow you to replace those heavy standard OEM shift levers with a light weight, durable, folding tip shifter that looks as good as it functions. A super strong spring in the tip of the shifter insures fast spring back when the s...

Just heard from my mate Rik Lennard that his bikes have been stolen This is his FB message and if anyone sees or hears anything please let me know asap.Brian I've had all my off road bikes stolen.Alloy framed 2008 Yamaha WRF 250, yellow hurricane graphics, black on gold Talons, full fmf.Steel frame...

Seem to have spent more time spannering on the bike than riding recently. All linkages replaced, new front springs, revalve, rear spring and revalve all set up for my weight. New handlebars. After a second breakdown this year tackled the badly routed flimsy kill switch wiring and replaced with mor...