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
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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:
Installing the exhaust assembly
1. Install:
Exhaust assembly "1"
Exhaust pipe nuts "2"
Exhaust assembly bolts "3" "4"
NOTE:
Do not fully tighten the nuts and bolts.
2. Tighten:
Exhaust pipe nuts "2"
Exhaust assembly bolt "4"
Exhaust assembly bolt "3"
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Installing the rear brake caliper
1. Install:
Brake caliper "1"
Copper washers
Brake hose "2"
Union bolt "3"
WARNINGProper brake hose routing is essential to
insure
safe vehicle operation. Refer to "CABLE
ROUTING" on page 2-33.
CAUTION:When installing the brake hose onto the
brake calip ...
Special tools
The following special tools are necessary for complete and accurate tune-up
and assembly. Use only
the appropriate special tools as this will help prevent damage caused by the use
of inappropriate tools
or improvised techniques. Special tools, part numbers or both may differ
depending on the ...