Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Assembling the front brake caliper

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Chassis / Front brake / Assembling the front brake caliper

WARNING

Before installation, all internal brake components should be cleaned and lubricated with clean or new brake fluid.
Never use solvents on internal brake components as they will cause the brake caliper dust seals and piston seals to swell and distort.

Whenever a brake caliper is disassembled, replace the brake caliper dust seals and piston seals.

Checking the front brake caliper

1. Check: Brake caliper pistons "1" Rust/scratches/wear Replace the brake caliper assembly. Brake caliper body "2" Cracks/damage Replace the brake caliper assembly. Brake f ...

Installing the front brake caliper

1. Install: Brake caliper "1" (temporarily) Copper washers "2" Brake hose "3" Brake hose union bolt "4" WARNINGProper brake hose routing is essential to insure safe vehi ...

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Checking the front brake lever free play
Checking the front brake lever free play Brake lever free play The brake lever free play should measure 2.0-5.0 mm (0.08-0.20 in) as shown. Periodically check the brake lever free play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha dealer check the brake system. WARNING An incorrect brake le ...

Checking the diode
1. Check: Diode Out of specification Replace. NOTE: The pocket tester or the analog pocket tester readings are shown in the following table. a. Disconnect the diode from the wire harness. b. Connect the pocket tester ( × 1) to the diode terminals as shown. c. Check the diod ...

Handlebar switches
Left Left 1. Pass switch "PASS" 2. Dimmer switch "/" 3. Turn signal switch "/" 4. Horn switch"" Right Right Engine stop switch "/" Start switch"" Pass switch "PASS" Press this switch to flash the headlight. Dimmer switch "/" Set this switch to"" for the high beam an ...