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:
Adjusting the rear disc brake
1. Check:
Brake pedal position
(distance "a" from the center of the rider footrest
to the center of the brake pedal)
Out of specification Adjust.
2. Adjust:
Brake pedal position
a. Loosen the locknut "1".
b. Remove the cotter pin "2", washer "3", and
pin "4".
c. Turn t ...
Adjusting the front wheel static balance
NOTE:
After replacing the tire, wheel or both, the front
wheel static balance should be adjusted.
Adjust the front wheel static balance with the
brake discs installed.
1. Remove:
Balancing weight(s)
2. Find:
Front wheel's heavy spot
NOTE:
Place the front wheel on a suitab ...
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Adding accessories or cargo to your
motorcycle can adversely affect stability
and handling if the weight distribution
of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid
the possibility of an accident, use extreme
caution when adding cargo or
accessories to your motorcycle. Use
extra care when ridi ...