Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Bearings and oil seals

Install bearings "1" and oil seals "2" so that the manufacturer's marks or numbers are visible.

When installing oil seals "1", lubricate the oil seal lips with a light coat of lithium-soap-based grease. Oil bearings liberally when installing, if appropriate.

Bearings and oil seals


CAUTION:

Do not spin the bearing with compressed air because this will damage the bearing surfaces.

    Lock washers/plates and cotter pins
    After removal, replace all lock washers/plates "1" and cotter pins. After the bolt or nut has been tightened to specification, bend the lock tabs along a flat of the bolt or nut. ...

    Circlips
    Before reassembly, check all circlips carefully and replace damaged or distorted circlips. Always replace piston pin clips after one use. When installing a circlip "1", make sure the sharp-edged ...

    Other materials:

    Checking the piston rings
    1. Measure: Piston ring side clearance Out of specification Replace the piston and piston rings as a set. NOTE: Before measuring the piston ring side clearance, eliminate any carbon deposits from the piston ring grooves and piston rings. 2. Install: Piston ring (into the cylind ...

    General maintenance and lubrication chart
    TIP The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. Hydraulic brake service Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level. Every two years change the brake fluid. Replace the brake hoses every four ye ...

    Checking the thermostat
    1. Check: Thermostat Does not open at 80.5-83.5 C (176.9-182.3 F)  Replace. a. Suspend the thermostat "1" in a container "2" filled with water. b. Slowly heat the water "3". c. Place a thermometer "4" in the water. d. While stirring the water, observe the thermostat and th ...

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