2009-2013 Yamaha Raptor YFM25RA/YFM25RSPA Owner's Manual
This owner's manual provides essential information about the Yamaha YFM25RA/YFM25RSPA ATV. It covers operation, safety, and basic maintenance procedures. LIT-11626-24-14
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Yamaha Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Yamaha Raptor 250R (YFM25RA, YFM25RSPA)
Build Years: 2009–2013
Technical Data:
- Engine displacement: 250 cc class (standard for YFM25 series)
- Transmission: 5-speed manual, constant-mesh
- Fuel tank capacity: 9.0 L (2.38 US gal)
- Fuel reserve: 1.0 L (0.26 US gal)
- Battery: 12 V / 6.0 Ah
- Recommended tire pressure (front/rear): 4.0 psi (27.5 kPa)
- Minimum tire pressure (front/rear): 3.6 psi (24.5 kPa)
- Spark plug: NGK DR7EA
- Spark plug gap: 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
- Engine oil capacity (without filter change): 1.25 L
- Engine oil capacity (with filter change): 1.35 L
- Tightening torque (spark plug): 18 Nm (13 ft·lbf)
- Tightening torque (oil drain bolt): 20 Nm (14 ft·lbf)
- Tightening torque (oil filter cover bolt): 10 Nm (7.2 ft·lbf)
- Tightening torque (shock absorber locknut): 42 Nm (30 ft·lbf)
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2009–2013 Yamaha Raptor 250R Owner's Manual Features
- Covers 2009–2013 Yamaha Raptor YFM25RA and YFM25RSPA sport ATVs, detailing operation, safety, and routine maintenance for these high-performance off-road models
- Official Yamaha publication P/N LIT-11626-24-14, 1st edition published March 2010
- Contains 47 pages of technical data, including suspension adjustment specifications, fluid capacities, and torque settings for core maintenance tasks
- File is available for immediate download as a searchable PDF document
- Laid out for standard letter and A4 printing to facilitate shop-floor reference
- This 1st edition is the original document defining the factory-recommended maintenance intervals and baseline settings for the 2009–2013 Raptor 250R model run
Technical Documentation Scope
The 2009–2013 Yamaha Raptor 250R owner's manual documents essential vehicle care, beginning with comprehensive safety warnings and label placement guides. It covers instrument functions, control locations, and operating procedures such as cold/warm engine starting, shifting, and hill navigation. Maintenance sections detail air filter cleaning, spark plug inspection, oil and filter replacement, and suspension tuning, including rebound and compression damping settings for both YFM25RA and YFM25RSPA variants.
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This manual provides specific maintenance benchmarks for the YFM25 series. The spark plug gap is documented at 0.6–0.7 mm. Recommended fuel tank capacity is listed at 9.0 L. The brake system requires DOT 4 fluid as specified in the service guide. Shock absorber locknut torque is specified at 42 Nm (30 ft·lbf). Tire pressure maintenance is defined at 4.0 psi for standard operating conditions. Valve clearance and engine idling speed are included in the periodic maintenance chart. Understanding the content of an OEM owner publication assists riders in routine maintenance and safe operation.
Note: This document is an owner's manual provided for reference; always consult a certified technician before performing complex service work. A 100-page official Yamaha OEM owner's manual covering the 2009–2013 Yamaha Raptor YFM25RA/YFM25RSPA, documenting engine, chassis, electrical, and control specifications for the sport ATV line.
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