Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Adjusting the rear disc brake
1. Check:
- Brake pedal position
(distance "a" from the center of the rider footrest
to the center of the brake pedal)
Out of specification
Adjust.
2. Adjust:
- Brake pedal position
a. Loosen the locknut "1".
b. Remove the cotter pin "2", washer "3", and pin "4".
c. Turn the adjusting nut "5" in direction "a" or "b"
until the specified brake pedal position is obtained.
d. Tighten the locknut "1" to specification.
| WARNING A soft or spongy feeling in the brake pedal can indicate the presence of air in the brake system. Before the vehicle is operated, the air must be removed by bleeding the brake system. Air in the brake system will considerably reduce braking performance. |
| CAUTION: After adjusting the brake pedal position, make sure there is no brake drag. |
e. Install the pin, washer, and cotter pin.
| WARNING Always use a new cotter pin. |
Chassis
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Checking the brake fluid level
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
NOTE:
Place the vehicle on a suitable stand.
Make sure the vehicle is upright.
2. Check:
Brake fluid level
Below the minimum level mark "a" → ...
Other materials:
Outline of the fi system
The main function of a fuel supply system is to provide fuel to the
combustion chamber at the optimum
air-fuel ratio in accordance with the engine operating conditions and the
atmospheric temperature. In
the conventional carburetor system, the air-fuel ratio of the mixture that is
supplied t ...
Checking the fuel line
1. Remove:
Left side panel
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Lift the fuel tank. (Do not disconnect the fuel
hose, drain hose
3. Check:
Fuel hose "1"
Cracks/damage → Replace.
Loose connection Connect properly.
4. Install:
Fuel tank
Refer to "FUEL TANK" on pa ...
Checking the cylinder and piston
1. Check:
Piston wall
Cylinder wall
Vertical scratches Replace the
cylinder,
and replace the piston and piston rings as a
set.
2. Measure:
Piston-to-cylinder clearance
a. Measure cylinder bore "C" with the cylinder
bore gauge.
NOTE:
Measure cylinder bore "C" by takin ...