Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: 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
dealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the sidestand could contact the
ground and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
| Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease |
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers
Brake lever
Brake lever
Clutch lever
Clutch lever
The operation of the brake and clutch
levers should be checked before each
ride, and the lever pivots should be lubricated
if necess ...
Lubricating the swingarm pivots
The swingarm pivots must be lubricated
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Recommended lubricant:Molybdenum disulfide grease
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Other materials:
Faulty clutch
Clutch slips
1. Clutch
Improperly assembled clutch
Improperly adjusted clutch cable
Loose or fatigued clutch spring
Worn friction plate
Worn clutch plate
2. Engine oil
Incorrect oil level
Incorrect oil viscosity (low)
Deteriorated oil
Clutch drags
1. Clutch
Unevenly t ...
Adjusting the front wheel static balance
NOTE:
After replacing the tire, wheel or both, the front
wheel static balance should be adjusted.
Adjust the front wheel static balance with the
brake discs installed.
1. Remove:
Balancing weight(s)
2. Find:
Front wheel's heavy spot
NOTE:
Place the front wheel on a suitab ...
Checking the front fork
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
WARNINGSecurely support the vehicle so that there
is
no danger of it falling over.
2. Check:
Inner tube
Damage/scratches Replace.
Oil seal
Oil leakage Replace.
3. Hold the vehicle upright and apply the front
brake.
4. Che ...