Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: 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. Remove:
- Right side panel Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
3. Adjust:
- Throttle cable free play
a. Loosen the locknut "1" on the accelerator cable.
b. Turn the adjusting nut "2" in direction "a" or "b" until the specified throttle cable free play is obtained.
c. Tighten the locknut. 
NOTE:
If the specified throttle cable free play cannot be obtained on the throttle body end of the cable, use the adjusting nut on the handlebar end.
a. Slide back the rubber cover "1".
b. Loosen the locknut "2".
c. Turn the adjusting nut "3" in direction "a" or "b" until the specified throttle cable free play is obtained.
d. Tighten the locknut.
e. Slide the rubber cover to its original position.
| WARNING After adjusting the throttle cable free play, start the engine and turn the handlebar to the right or left to ensure that this does not cause the engine idling speed to change. |
4. Install:
- Right side panel Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
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
minut ...
Checking the spark plug
1. Remove:
Right side cover
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Disconnect:
Spark plug cap
3. Remove:
Spark plug
CAUTION:Before removing the spark plug, blow away
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Other materials:
Checking the water pump
1. Check:
Water pump housing cover
Water pump housing
Cracks/damage Replace.
Impeller shaft
Cracks/damage/wear Replace.
Bearing
Rough movement Replace.
Radiator outlet hose
Cracks/damage Replace.
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Removing the rear brake caliper
NOTE:
Before disassembling the brake caliper, drain
the brake fluid from the entire brake system.
1. Remove:
Union bolt "1"
Copper washers "2"
Brake hose "3"
NOTE:
Put the end of the brake hose into a container
and pump out the brake fluid carefully. ...
Checking the piston rings
1. Measure:
Piston ring side clearance
Out of specification Replace the
piston
and piston rings as a set.
NOTE:
Before measuring the piston ring side clearance,
eliminate any carbon deposits from the piston
ring grooves and piston rings.
2. Install:
Piston ring
(into the cylind ...