Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the front brake caliper
1. Check:
- Brake caliper pistons "1"
Rust/scratches/wear
Replace the
brake caliper assembly. - Brake caliper body "2"
Cracks/damage
Replace the brake
caliper assembly. - Brake fluid delivery passages
(brake caliper body)
Obstruction
Blow out with
compressed air.
| WARNING Whenever a brake caliper is disassembled, replace the brake caliper piston dust seals and piston seals. |
2. Check:
- Brake caliper bracket
Cracks/damage
Replace.
Removing the front brake caliper
NOTE:
Before disassembling the brake caliper, drain
the brake fluid from the entire brake system.
1. Remove:
Brake hose union bolt "1"
Copper washers "2"
Brake hose "3"
NOTE:
Put the en ...
Assembling the front brake caliper
WARNING
Before installation, all internal brake components
should be cleaned and lubricated
with clean or new brake fluid.
Never use solvents on internal brake components
as ...
Other materials:
Catalytic converters
This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
WARNING
The exhaust system is hot after operation.
To prevent a fire hazard or
burns:
Do not park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
Park the vehic ...
Adjusting the drive chain slack
NOTE:
The drive chain slack must be checked at the
tightest point on the chain.
CAUTION:A drive chain that is too tight will
overload
the engine and other vital parts, and one that
is too loose can skip and damage the swingarm
or cause an accident. Therefore, keep
the drive ...
Replacing the rear brake pads
NOTE:
When replacing the brake pads, it is not necessary
to disconnect the brake hose or disassemble
the brake caliper.
1. Remove:
Brake pads
Brake pad spring
NOTE:
To remove the inner brake pad "1", push down
on the brake caliper bracket so that there is
space to remove the brake pa ...