Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking and lubricating the cables

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Periodic checks and adjustments / Chassis / Checking and lubricating the cables

The following procedure applies to all of the inner and outer cables.

WARNING

Damaged outer cable may cause the cable to corrode and interfere with its movement. Replace damaged outer cable and inner cables as soon as possible.

1. Check:

Outer cable Damage Replace.

2. Check:

Cable operation Rough movement Lubricate.

NOTE:

Hold the cable end upright and pour a few drops of lubricant into the cable sheath or use a suitable lubricating device.

Lubricating the clutch lever

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal moving parts of the lever.

Lubricating the brake lever

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal moving parts of the lever.

Lubricating the pedals

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal moving parts of the pedals.

Lubricating the sidestand

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal moving parts of the sidestand.

Lubricating the rear suspension

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal moving parts of the rear suspension.

Checking the wheels

The following procedure applies to both of the wheels. 1. Check: Wheel Damage/out-of-round → Replace. WARNINGNever attempt to make any repairs to the wheel. NOTE: After a t ...

Electrical system

Checking and charging the battery Refer to "ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS" on page 8-57. Checking the fuses Refer to "ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS" on page 8-57. ...

Other materials:

Main switch/steering lock
Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering. The various positions are described below. ON All electrical circuits are supplied with power, the meter lighting, taillight, license plate light and ...

Checking the starter clutch
1. Check: Starter clutch rollers "1" Starter clutch spring caps "2" Starter clutch springs "3" Damage/wear Replace the starter clutch assembly. 2. Check: Starter clutch idle gear Starter clutch gear Burrs/chips/roughness/wear Replace the defective part(s). 3. Check: ...

Checking the front brake disc
1. Remove: Front wheel Refer to "FRONT WHEEL" on page 4-6. 2. Check: Brake disc Damage/galling Replace. 3. Measure: Brake disc deflection Out of specification Correct the brake disc deflection or replace the brake disc. a. Place the vehicle on a suitable stand ...