Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Removing the front brake master cylinder
NOTE:
Before removing the front brake master cylinder, drain the brake fluid from the entire brake system.
1. Disconnect:
- Front brake light switch
2. Remove:
- Brake hose union bolt
- Copper washers
- Brake hose
NOTE:
To collect any remaining brake fluid, place a container under the master cylinder and the end of the brake hose.
Installing the front brake caliper
1. Install:
Brake caliper "1"
(temporarily)
Copper washers "2"
Brake hose "3"
Brake hose union bolt "4"
WARNINGProper brake hose routing is essential to
insure
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Checking the front brake master cylinder
1. Check:
Brake master cylinder
Damage/scratches/wear Replace.
Brake fluid delivery passages
(brake master cylinder body)
Obstruction Blow out with
compressed air.
2. Check:
Br ...
Other materials:
General tightening torque specifications
This chart specifies tightening torques for standard
fasteners with a standard ISO thread pitch.
Tightening torque specifications for special components
or assemblies are provided for each
chapter of this manual. To avoid warpage, tighten
multi-fastener assemblies in a crisscross pattern
and ...
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers
Brake lever
Brake lever
Clutch lever
Clutch lever
The operation of the brake and clutch
levers should be checked before each
ride, and the lever pivots should be lubricated
if necessary.
Recommended lubricants:Brake lever:
Silicone grease
Clutch lever:
Lithium-soap ...
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 ...