Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the camshaft

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Engine / Camshaft / 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.

Checking the camshaft


3. Check:

Camshaft oil passage Obstruction Blow out with
compressed air.

    Camshaft
    ...

    Checking the rocker arms and rocker arm shafts
    The following procedure applies to all of the rocker arms and rocker arm shafts. 1. Check: Rocker arm Damage/wear Replace. 2. Check: Rocker arm shaft Blue discoloration/excessive wea ...

    Other materials:

    Troubleshooting
    Although Yamaha motorcycles receive a thorough inspection before shipment from the factory, trouble may occur during operation. Any problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition systems, for example, can cause poor starting and loss of power. The following troubleshooting charts repre ...

    Troubleshooting method
    The engine operation is not normal and the engine trouble warning light comes on. 1. Check: Fault code number a. Check the fault code number displayed on the FI diagnostic tool. b. Identify the faulty system with the fault code. Refer to "Self-Diagnostic Function table". c. Identi ...

    Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
    NOTE: The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the UK, a mileage-based maintenance, is performed instead. From 30000 km (17500 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6000 km (3500 mi). Items marked with an asterisk s ...

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