Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the front brake pads
The following procedure applies to all of the brake pads.
1. Operate the brake.
2. Check:
- Front brake pad
Wear indicator grooves "a" have almost disappeared
Replace the brake pads as a set.Refer to "FRONT BRAKE" on page 4-17.
Checking the brake fluid 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:
Brake fluid level
Below the minimum level mark "a" → ...
Checking the rear brake pads
The following procedure applies to all of the
brake pads.
1. Operate the brake.
2. Check:
Rear brake pad
Wear indicator groove "a" has almost disappeared
Replace the brake pads as a set. ...
Other materials:
Checking the valves and valve guides
The following procedure applies to all of the
valves and valve guides.
1. Measure:
Valve-stem-to-valve-guide clearance
Out of specification Replace the
valve
guide.
Valve-stem-to-valve-guide clearance =
Valve guide inside diameter "a" -
Valve stem diameter "b"
2. Replace:
...
Checking the rectifier/regulator
1. Check:
Rectifier/regulator output voltage
Out of specification → Replace the
rectifier/
regulator.
a. Set the engine tachometer to the spark plug
lead.
b. Connect the pocket tester (DC 20 V) to the
rectifier/regulator coupler as shown.
Positive tester probe
red "1"
Negat ...
Disassembling the front fork legs
The following procedure applies to both of the
front fork legs.
1. Remove:
Rubber cap
Clip "1"
Front fork cap "2"
(with O-ring)
Fork spring
NOTE:
Push the front fork cap in the direction of the arrow
shown in the illustration to remove the clip.
2. Drain:
Fork oil
NOTE ...