Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Valve clearance
The valve clearance changes with use, resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
Adjusting the throttle cable free play
Throttle cable free play
The throttle cable free play should measure
3.0-5.0 mm (0.12-0.20 in) at the
throttle grip. Periodically check the
throttle cable free play and, if necessar ...
Tires
To maximize the performance, durability,
and safe operation of your motorcycle,
note the following points regarding
the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be check ...
Other materials:
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 ...
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 ...
Checking the shift forks
The following procedure applies to all of the shift
forks.
1. Check:
Shift fork cam follower "1"
Shift fork pawl "2"
Bends/damage/scoring/wear
Replace the
shift fork.
2. Check:
Shift fork guide bar
Roll the shift fork guide bar on a flat surface.
Bends Replace. ...