Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: 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.
CAUTION:
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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:
Bleeding the hydraulic brake system
WARNINGBleed the hydraulic brake system whenever:
the system is disassembled.
a brake hose is loosened, disconnected or
replaced.
the brake fluid level is very low.
brake operation is faulty.
NOTE:
Be careful not to spill any brake fluid or allow
th ...
Checking the crankshaft position sensor
1. Disconnect:
Crankshaft position sensor coupler
(from the wire harness)
2. Check:
Crankshaft position sensor resistance
Out of specification Replace
the crankshaft
position sensor/stator assembly.
a. Connect the pocket tester ( × 100) to the
crankshaft position sensor c ...
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:
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