Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the thermostat

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Cooling system / Thermostat / Checking the thermostat

1. Check:

Thermostat Does not open at 80.5-83.5 C (176.9-182.3 F) Replace.

a. Suspend the thermostat "1" in a container "2" filled with water.

b. Slowly heat the water "3".

c. Place a thermometer "4" in the water.

d. While stirring the water, observe the thermostat and thermometer's indicated temperature.

Checking the thermostat

A. Fully closed

B. Fully open

NOTE:

If the accuracy of the thermostat is in doubt, replace it. A faulty thermostat could cause serious overheating or overcooling.

2. Check:

Thermostat cover Cracks/damage Replace.

3. Check:

Radiator inlet hose Cracks/damage Replace.

Installing the thermostat

1. Install: Thermostat NOTE: Install the thermostat with its breather hole "a" facing up. 2. Install: Copper washer Coolant temperature sensor CAUTION:Use extreme care when ...

Other materials:

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 ...

Checking the rear brake disc
1. Remove: Rear wheel Refer to "REAR WHEEL" on page 4-12. 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. Refer to "CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE DIS ...

Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank. WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, follow these instructions. Before refueling, turn off the engine and be sure that no on ...