Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Adjusting the engine idling speed

NOTE:

Prior to adjusting the engine idling speed, the air filter element should be clean, and the engine should have adequate compression.

1. Start the engine and let it warm up for several minutes.

2. Remove:

  • Rider seat Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.

3. Lift the fuel tank. (Do not disconnect the fuel hose, fuel drain hose, and couplers.) Refer to "FUEL TANK" on page 7-1.

4. Install:

  • Digital tachometer (onto the spark plug lead)

5. Check:

Engine idling speed Out of specification → Adjust.


6. Remove:

  • Right side panel Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.

7. Adjust:

  • Engine idling speed

a. Turn the pilot screw "1" in direction "a" or "b" until the specified engine idling speed is obtained.

Adjusting the engine idling speed



8. Remove:

  • Digital tachometer

9. Install:

  • Fuel tank Refer to "FUEL TANK" on page 7-1.
  • Right side panel
  • Rider seat Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.

10.Adjust:

  • Throttle cable free play Refer to "ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE CABLE FREE PLAY" on page 3-6.

    Adjusting the exhaust gas volume
    NOTE: Be sure to set the CO density level to standard, and then adjust the exhaust gas volume. 1. Remove: Rider seat Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1. 2. Set the main switch to "OFF" ...

    Adjusting the throttle cable free play
    NOTE: Prior to adjusting the throttle cable free play, the engine idling speed should be adjusted. 1. Check: Throttle cable free play "a" Out of specification →Adjust. 2. Remov ...

    Other materials:

    Checking the starter clutch
    1. Check: Starter clutch rollers "1" Starter clutch spring caps "2" Starter clutch springs "3" Damage/wear Replace the starter clutch assembly. 2. Check: Starter clutch idle gear Starter clutch gear Burrs/chips/roughness/wear Replace the defective part(s). 3. Check: ...

    Installing the cylinder head
    1. Install: Cylinder head NOTE: Pass the timing chain through the timing chain cavity. 2. Tighten: Cylinder head bolts "1" Cylinder head bolts "2" NOTE: Lubricate the cylinder head bolts and washers with engine oil. Tighten the cylinder head bolts in the proper tighten ...

    Assembling the crankcase
    1. Thoroughly clean all the gasket mating surfaces and crankcase mating surfaces. 2. Apply: Sealant (onto the crankcase mating surfaces) NOTE: Do not allow any sealant to come into contact with the oil gallery. 3. Install: Right crankcase NOTE: Turn the shift drum segment ...

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