Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the coolant level

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Periodic checks and adjustments / Engine / Checking the coolant level

1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.

NOTE:

Place the vehicle on a suitable stand.
Make sure the vehicle is upright.

2. Check:

Coolant level The coolant level should be between the maximum level mark "a" and minimum level mark "b".

Below the minimum level mark → Add the recommended coolant to the proper level.

NOTE:

To access the coolant reservoir cap "1", remove the right side cover. Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.

Checking the coolant level

CAUTION:

Adding water instead of coolant lowers the antifreeze content of the coolant. If water is used instead of coolant, check and, if necessary, correct the antifreeze concentration of the coolant.
Use only distilled water. However, if distilled water is not available, soft water may be used.

3. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off.

4. Check:

Coolant level

NOTE:

Before checking the coolant level, wait a few minutes until it settles.

Checking the exhaust system

1. Check: Exhaust assembly "1" Cracks/damage → Replace. Exhaust pipe gasket "2" Exhaust gas leaks → Replace. 2. Check: Tightening torques of the exhaust pipe nuts "3" an ...

Checking the cooling system

1. Remove: Side covers Upper side cowlings Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1. 2. Check: Radiator "1" Radiator inlet hose "2" Radiator outlet hose "3" Coolant reservoir hose ...

Other materials:

Installing the rear wheel (disc)
1. Install: Rear brake disc NOTE: Tighten the brake disc bolts in stages and in a crisscross pattern. 2. Check: Rear brake disc Refer to "CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE DISC" on page 4-33. 3. Lubricate: Rear wheel axle Contact surface of rear wheel hub and rear wheel Whee ...

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. CAUTION:Do not spin th ...

Faulty clutch
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