Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking and lubricating the cables

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Periodic checks and adjustments / Chassis / Checking and lubricating the cables

The following procedure applies to all of the inner and outer cables.

WARNING

Damaged outer cable may cause the cable to corrode and interfere with its movement. Replace damaged outer cable and inner cables as soon as possible.

1. Check:

Outer cable Damage Replace.

2. Check:

Cable operation Rough movement Lubricate.

NOTE:

Hold the cable end upright and pour a few drops of lubricant into the cable sheath or use a suitable lubricating device.

Lubricating the clutch lever

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal moving parts of the lever.

Lubricating the brake lever

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal moving parts of the lever.

Lubricating the pedals

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal moving parts of the pedals.

Lubricating the sidestand

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal moving parts of the sidestand.

Lubricating the rear suspension

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal moving parts of the rear suspension.

Checking the wheels

The following procedure applies to both of the wheels. 1. Check: Wheel Damage/out-of-round → Replace. WARNINGNever attempt to make any repairs to the wheel. NOTE: After a t ...

Electrical system

Checking and charging the battery Refer to "ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS" on page 8-57. Checking the fuses Refer to "ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS" on page 8-57. ...

Other materials:

Storage
Short-term Always store your motorcycle in a cool, dry place and, if necessary, protect it against dust with a porous cover. NOTICE Storing the motorcycle in a poorly ventilated room or covering it with a tarp, while it is still wet, will allow water and humidity to seep in and ...

Checking and lubricating the sidestand
Checking and lubricating the sidestand The operation of the sidestand should be checked before each ride, and the sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary. WARNING If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha deal ...

Checking the radiator fan motor
1. Check: Radiator fan motor Faulty/rough movement → Replace. a. Disconnect the radiator fan motor coupler from the wire harness. b. Connect the battery (DC 12 V) as shown. Positive tester probe → blue "1" Negative tester probe → black "2" c. Measure ...