Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the coolant level

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Periodic checks and adjustments / Engine / Checking the coolant level

1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.

NOTE:

Place the vehicle on a suitable stand.
Make sure the vehicle is upright.

2. Check:

Coolant level The coolant level should be between the maximum level mark "a" and minimum level mark "b".

Below the minimum level mark → Add the recommended coolant to the proper level.

NOTE:

To access the coolant reservoir cap "1", remove the right side cover. Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.

Checking the coolant level

CAUTION:

Adding water instead of coolant lowers the antifreeze content of the coolant. If water is used instead of coolant, check and, if necessary, correct the antifreeze concentration of the coolant.
Use only distilled water. However, if distilled water is not available, soft water may be used.

3. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off.

4. Check:

Coolant level

NOTE:

Before checking the coolant level, wait a few minutes until it settles.

Checking the exhaust system

1. Check: Exhaust assembly "1" Cracks/damage → Replace. Exhaust pipe gasket "2" Exhaust gas leaks → Replace. 2. Check: Tightening torques of the exhaust pipe nuts "3" an ...

Checking the cooling system

1. Remove: Side covers Upper side cowlings Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1. 2. Check: Radiator "1" Radiator inlet hose "2" Radiator outlet hose "3" Coolant reservoir hose ...

Other materials:

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 necessary. Recommended lubricants:Brake lever: Silicone grease Clutch lever: Lithium-soap ...

Checking the swingarm
1. Check: Swingarm Bends/cracks/damage Replace. 2. Check: Pivot shaft Roll the pivot shaft on a flat surface. Bends Replace. WARNINGDo not attempt to straighten a bent pivot shaft. 3. Wash: Pivot shaft Washer Swingarm adjusting collar Du ...

Adjusting the valve clearance
The following procedure applies to all of the valves. NOTE: Valve clearance adjustment should be made on a cold engine, at room temperature. When the valve clearance is to be measured or adjusted, the piston must be at top dead center (TDC) on the compression stroke. 1. Remove: ...