250r need help

[bingham]

got a 1985 250r just bought. Unfortunatly i dont have a operating manual for it and cant seem to find one. I dont know much of the radiator. Can you guys tell me what to put in the radiator? Dont know if it is water. anti-freeze or what. thanks

[Yamahondaman]

50-50 Water And Antifreeze

[bingham]

alright thanks, can anyone else confirm that?

[wanta86r]

yea confirmed

[Red Rider]

Confirmed, 50/50 mix of distilled water & anti-freeze.

[ceaserthethird]

Let's see Some Pictures of your new toy ?

50/50 mix you can buy at any atv shop .

[bingham]

thanks much you guys, nope sorry dont got any pics. maybe i can get some pics once i get my fmf pipe on. hope its the best decision

[metalm0]

Do you guys ever run engine ice? I only do in my cr500 because well hot weather over here and I ride for long periods. Does it matter with the 250r's?

[bingham]

i live in arizona lol its hot as well i also ride for long periods of time too. but wat is engine ice?

[InPiEcEs]

It is used in the coolant. Supposed to lower your temp a little.
Make sure if you get coolant from a parts store or something that is safe for aluminum. Almost all of it is nowdays, but just be sure of it before you use it.
I have a Honda shop manual for 85-86 R. If you have any Q's, I can give you the info right from the manual. I think you can still get the manual. Probably in the 30 dollar range, and nice to have.

[metalm0]

Ya for my 500 I have to watch out because my water pump is magnesium so certain liquids will corode it.

[bingham]

where can this manual be bought?

[dwolf8u]

what part of az u in?? i have a honda shop manual for 85-86 250R u can borrow or i could fax a few pages if need!!

[Howard]

bingham, check your PM box