Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Engine break-in
There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period between 0 and 1000 km (600 mi). For this reason, you should read the following material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not put an excessive load on it for the first 1000 km (600 mi). The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances. During this period, prolonged full-throttle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided.
0-500 km (0-300 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 6000 r/min.
After every hour of operation, stop the engine, and then let it cool for five to ten minutes.
Vary the engine speed from time to time. Do not operate the engine at one set throttle position.
500-1000 km (300-600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above 8000 r/min.
Rev the engine freely through the gears, but do not use full throttle at any time. NOTICE: After 1000 km (600 mi) of operation, the engine oil must be changed, the oil filter cartridge or element replaced, and the oil strainer cleaned.
1000 km (600 mi) and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated normally.
NOTICE
- Keep the engine speed out of the tachometer red zone.
- If any engine trouble should occur during the engine break-in period, immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Tips for reducing fuel consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:
Shift up swiftly, and avoid high engine
speeds during acceleration.
Do not r ...
Parking
When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
WARNING
Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestrians
or ch ...
Other materials:
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 specifica ...
Installing the front brake master cylinder
1. Install:
Brake master cylinder "1"
Brake master cylinder holder "2"
NOTE:
Install the brake master cylinder holder with the
arrow mark "a" pointing forward.
Align the end of the brake master cylinder holder
with the punch mark "b" on the handlebar.
First, tighten the front bo ...
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 ...