need info on 2001 250 big bear!!!!!!

[bkrdoug]

i just bought a 2001 big bear. needs oil and rear end serviced and i got no owner or repair manual-------------anyone have some tech info on this scoot???? TIA doug

[BioWare]

You could try E-Bay for a manual or you local dealership.

[DirtDemon]

We do have a Yamaha tech here, he may chime in with some info, but I also think you would be best off checking ebay or another source for a service manual. I believe they are a must for anyone who is going to be working on their own macnines. You may even be able to find an owners manual on ebay, it will have simple service info like what types of oil to use and where to put it.

[bkrdoug]

OK---i serviced the unit today--got along OK except for one bit of info---------i changed the oil and put in new filter----added 1 and 1/2 qt of oil-----do you measure by sticking it only OR do you stick and then screw the stick in to measure???? I get just above add mark by sticking only and get full when i stick and screw it in----------thx doug

[DirtDemon]

I think you are supposed to screw it in, there should be a capacity stamped right next to the filler hole, it will be in either milliliters or cubic centimeters, they are the same, 1cc = 1ml.

[Raptor8]

Hondas= screw it down, Yammers=no. make sure to use ATVOIL, NOT car oil.

I always buy a service manual when I get a new rig- there's just too much to remember hahaha

A measuring cup called a Ratio-Rite or similar is a great investment, about 5 bucks. All bike stores will have them- at Harley they're right next to the drip pans...

Edited March 18, 2011 by Raptor8