Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Checking the front fork

Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual / Periodic maintenance and adjustment / Checking the front fork

The condition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.

To check the condition

Check the inner tubes for scratches, damage and excessive oil leakage.

To check the operation

Place the vehicle on a level surface and hold it in an upright position. WARNING! To avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over.
While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handlebars several times to check if the front fork compresses and rebounds smoothly.

Checking the front fork

NOTICE
If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it.

Lubricating the swingarm pivots

The swingarm pivots must be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Recommended lubricant:Molybdenum disulfide grease ...

Checking the steering

Worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger. Therefore, the operation of the steering must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication c ...

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Checking the rear brake hose
1. Check: Brake hoses "1" Cracks/damage/wear Replace. 2. Check: Brake hose holder "2" Loose connection Tighten the holder bolt. Loose or open holder Fasten properly. 3. Hold the vehicle upright and apply the rear brake several times. 4. Check: Brake ho ...

Installing the rear wheel (disc)
1. Install: Rear brake disc NOTE: Tighten the brake disc bolts in stages and in a crisscross pattern. 2. Check: Rear brake disc Refer to "CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE DISC" on page 4-33. 3. Lubricate: Rear wheel axle Contact surface of rear wheel hub and rear wheel Whee ...

Assembling the water pump
1. Install: Water pump seal "1" (into the water pump housing "2") CAUTION:Never lubricate the water pump seal surface with oil or grease. NOTE: Install the water pump seal with the special tools. Install the water pump seal with the special tools to the specifi ...