Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Removing the valves

The following procedure applies to all of the valves and related components.

NOTE:

Before removing the internal parts of the cylinder head (e.g., valves, valve springs, valve seats), make sure the valves properly seal.

1. Check:

  • Valve sealing Leakage at the valve seat Check
    the valve face, valve seat, and valve seat width.

    Refer to "CHECKING THE VALVE SEATS" on page 5-20.

a. Pour a clean solvent "a" into the intake and exhaust ports.

b. Check that the valves properly seal.

NOTE:

There should be no leakage at the valve seat "1".

Removing the valves


2. Remove:

  • Valve cotters "1"

NOTE:

Remove the valve cotters by compressing the valve spring with the valve spring compressor and the valve spring compressor attachment "2".


Removing the valves


3. Remove:

  • Upper spring seat "1"
  • Valve spring "2"
  • Valve "3"
  • Valve stem seal "4"
  • Lower spring seat "5"

NOTE:

Identify the position of each part very carefully so that it can be reinstalled in its original place.

Removing the valves


    Valves and valve springs
    ...

    Checking the valves and valve guides
    The following procedure applies to all of the valves and valve guides. 1. Measure: Valve-stem-to-valve-guide clearance Out of specification Replace the valve guide. Valve-stem-to-valve ...

    Other materials:

    Checking the shift drum assembly
    1. Check: Shift drum groove Damage/scratches/wear Replace the shift drum assembly. Shift drum segment "1" Damage/wear  Replace the shift drum assembly. Shift drum bearing "2" Damage/pitting Replace the shift drum assembly. ...

    Starting the engine
    In order for the ignition circuit cut-off system to enable starting, one of the following conditions must be met: The transmission is in the neutral position. The transmission is in gear with the clutch lever pulled and the sidestand up. 1. Turn the key to "ON" and make sure ...

    Troubleshooting
    Any of the following fail to light: headlight, high beam indicator light, taillight, license plate light, auxiliary light or meter light. NOTE: Before troubleshooting, remove the following part(s): 1. Seats 2. Fuel tank ...

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