Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: 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:
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 ignition timing
NOTE:
Prior to checking the ignition timing, check the
wiring connections of the entire ignition system.
Make sure all connections are tight and free of
corrosion.
1. Remove:
Rider seat
Left lower side cowling
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Remove:
Timing mark acces ...
Engine tightening torques
Cylinder head tightening sequence:
Generator cover tightening sequence:
Clutch cover tightening sequence:
Crankcase tightening sequence:
A. Left crankcase
B. Right crankcase ...