Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Introduction

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Chassis / Front brake / Introduction

WARNING

Disc brake components rarely require disassembly.

Therefore, always follow these preventive measures:

Never disassemble brake components unless absolutely necessary.
If any connection on the hydraulic brake system is disconnected, the entire brake system must be disassembled, drained, cleaned, properly filled, and bled after reassembly.
Never use solvents on internal brake components.
Use only clean or new brake fluid for cleaning brake components.
Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean up any spilt brake fluid immediately.
Avoid brake fluid coming into contact with the eyes as it can cause serious injury.
FIRST AID FOR BRAKE FLUID ENTERING THE EYES:
Flush with water for 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention.

Checking the front brake disc

1. Remove: Front wheel Refer to "FRONT WHEEL" on page 4-6. 2. Check: Brake disc Damage/galling Replace. 3. Measure: Brake disc deflection Out of specification Correct the b ...

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Rear wheel
To remove the rear wheel WARNING To avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over. Loosen the axle nut. Axle nut Drive chain slack adjusting bolt Locknut Brake caliper Lift the rear wheel off the ground according to the pr ...

Changing the engine oil
1. Remove: Right bottom cowling Right upper side cowling Right lower side cowling Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1. 2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. 3. Place a container under the engine oil drain bolt. 4. Install: Engine oil d ...

Measuring the compression pressure
NOTE: Insufficient compression pressure will result in a loss of performance. 1. Measure: Valve clearance Out of specification →Adjust. Refer to "ADJUSTING THE VALVE CLEARANCE" on page 3-3. 2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. 3. Remove: ...