Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Installing the water pump
1. Install:
- Water pump assembly "1"
- O-rings "2"
NOTE:
- Align the projection "a" on the impeller shaft with the slit "b" on the camshaft sprocket bolt.
- Lubricate the O-rings with a thin coat of lithiumsoap- based grease.
2. Fill:
- Cooling system (with the specified amount of the recommended coolant)
Refer to "CHANGING THE COOLANT" on page 3-15.
3. Check:
Cooling system
Leaks 
Repair or replace the faulty
part.
4. Measure:
Radiator cap opening pressure
Below the specified pressure
Replace the
radiator cap.
Refer to "CHECKING THE RADIATOR" on page 6-3.
Assembling the water pump
1. Install:
Water pump seal "1"
(into the water pump housing "2")
CAUTION:Never lubricate the water pump seal
surface
with oil or grease.
NOTE:
Install the water pump ...
Fuel system
...
Other materials:
Checking the cooling system
1. Remove:
Side covers
Upper side cowlings
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Check:
Radiator "1"
Radiator inlet hose "2"
Radiator outlet hose "3"
Coolant reservoir hose "4"
Water pump breather hose "5"
Cracks/damage → Replace.
Refer to "RADIATOR" on page 6-1 ...
Checking the speed sensor
1. Check:
Speed sensor output voltage
Out of specification → Replace.
a. Connect the pocket tester (DC 20 V) to the
speed sensor coupler (wire harness end) as
shown.
Positive tester probe
gray "1"
Negative tester probe
gray/black "2"
b. Set the main switch to "ON".
c. ...
Checking the camshaft
1. Check:
Camshaft lobes
Blue discoloration/pitting/scratches
Replace
the camshaft.
2. Measure:
Camshaft lobe dimensions "a" and "b"
Out of specification Replace
the camshaft.
3. Check:
Camshaft oil passage
Obstruction Blow out with
compressed air. ...