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:

Checking the condition of the bulbs
The following procedure applies to all of the bulbs. 1. Remove: Bulb WARNINGSince the headlight bulbs get extremely hot, keep flammable products and your hands away from them until they have cooled down. CAUTION: Be sure to hold the socket firmly when re ...

Checking the camshaft
1. Check: Camshaft lobes Blue discoloration/pitting/scratches Replace the camshaft. 2. Measure: Camshaft lobe dimensions "a" and "b" Out of specification Replace the camshaft. 3. Check: Camshaft oil passage Obstruction Blow out with compressed air. ...

Removing the valves
The following procedure applies to all of the valves and related components. NOTE: Before removing the internal parts of the cylinder head (e.g., valves, valve springs, valve seats), make sure the valves properly seal. 1. Check: Valve sealing Leakage at the valve seat Check the valve ...