Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the piston pin
1. Check:
- Piston pin
Blue discoloration/grooves
Replace the piston pin and then check the lubrication system.
2. Measure:
- Piston pin outside diameter "a"
Out of specification
Replace
the piston pin.
3. Measure:
- Piston pin bore diameter "b"
Out of specification
Replace
the piston.
4. Calculate:
Piston-pin-to-piston-pin-bore clearance
Out of specification 
Replace the
piston pin
and piston as a set.
- Piston-pin-to-piston-pin-bore clearance =
Piston pin bore diameter "b" -
Piston pin outside diameter "a"
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 ...
Installing the piston and cylinder
1. Install:
Top ring "1"
2nd ring "2"
Oil ring expander "3"
Lower oil ring rail "4"
Upper oil ring rail "5"
NOTE:
Be sure to install the piston rings so that the
manufacturer marks or ...
Other materials:
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
Place the vehicle ...
Checking the camshaft sprocket and timing chain guide
1. Check:
Camshaft sprocket
More than 1/4 tooth wear "a" Replace
the
camshaft sprocket, timing chain and crankshaft
as a set.
a. 1/4 tooth
b. Correct
1. Timing chain roller
2. Camshaft sprocket
2. Check:
Timing chain guide (exhaust side)
Damage/wear Replace.
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Overheating
Engine
1. Clogged coolant passages
Cylinder head and piston
Heavy carbon buildup
2. Engine oil
Incorrect oil level
Incorrect oil viscosity
Inferior oil quality
Cooling system
1. Coolant
Low coolant level
2. Radiator
Damaged or leaking radiator
Faulty radiator cap
...