Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the camshaft sprocket and timing chain guide
1. Check:
- Camshaft sprocket
More than 1/4 tooth wear "a"
Replace
the camshaft sprocket, timing chain and crankshaft as a set.
a. 1/4 tooth
b. Correct
1. Timing chain roller
2. Camshaft sprocket
2. Check:
Timing chain guide (exhaust side)
Damage/wear
Replace.
Checking the cylinder head
1. Eliminate:
Combustion chamber carbon deposits
(with a rounded scraper)
NOTE:
Do not use a sharp instrument to avoid damaging
or scratching:
Spark plug bore threads
Valve seats
...
Checking the timing chain tensioner
1. Check:
Timing chain tensioner
Cracks/damage/rough movement Replace.
a. Lightly press the timing chain tensioner rod
into the timing chain tensioner housing by
hand.
NOTE:
While pressing the ...
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Special tools
The following special tools are necessary for complete and accurate tune-up
and assembly. Use only
the appropriate special tools as this will help prevent damage caused by the use
of inappropriate tools
or improvised techniques. Special tools, part numbers or both may differ
depending on the ...
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
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