Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Cleaning the air filter element
NOTE:
There is a check hose "1" at the bottom of the air filter case. If dust and/or water collects in this hose, clean the air filter element and air filter case.
1. Remove:
- Rider seat Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Remove:
- Fuel tank Refer to "FUEL TANK" on page 7-1.
3. Remove:
- Air filter case cover "1"
- Air filter element
4. Clean:
- Air filter element "1" Apply compressed air to the outer surface of the air filter element.
5. Check:
- Air filter element
Damage
Replace.
6. Install:
- Air filter element
- Air filter case cover (along with the gaskets)
| CAUTION: Never operate the engine without the air filter element installed. Unfiltered air will cause rapid wear of engine parts and may damage the engine. Operating the engine without the air filter element will also affect throttle body tuning, leading to poor engine performance and possible overheating. |
NOTE:
Make sure the air filter element is properly installed in the air filter case.
7. Install:
- Fuel tank Refer to "FUEL TANK" on page 7-1.
- Rider seat Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
Adjusting the clutch cable free play
1. Check:
Clutch cable free play "a"
Out of specification Adjust.
2. Adjust:
Clutch cable free play
a. Pull back the rubber cover "1"
b. Loosen the locknut "2".
c. Turn the adjust ...
Checking the throttle body joint and air filter case joint
1. Remove:
Right lower side cowling
Left lower side cowling
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Check:
Throttle body joint "1"
Air filter case joint "2"
Cracks/damage Replace ...
Other materials:
Checking the ignition timing
NOTE:
Prior to checking the ignition timing, check the
wiring connections of the entire ignition system.
Make sure all connections are tight and free of
corrosion.
1. Remove:
Rider seat
Left lower side cowling
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Remove:
Timing mark acces ...
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" → Add the
recommended brake fluid to the proper level.
A. Front brake
B. Rear brake
WA ...
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 handling the
coolant
temperature sensor. Replace any part that
was dropped or subjected to ...