Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: 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
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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 ...
Other materials:
Installing the front brake caliper
1. Install:
Brake caliper "1"
(temporarily)
Copper washers "2"
Brake hose "3"
Brake hose union bolt "4"
WARNINGProper brake hose routing is essential to
insure
safe vehicle operation. Refer to "CABLE
ROUTING" on page 2-33.
CAUTION:
Install the brake ...
Adjusting the rear disc brake
1. Check:
Brake pedal position
(distance "a" from the center of the rider footrest
to the center of the brake pedal)
Out of specification Adjust.
2. Adjust:
Brake pedal position
a. Loosen the locknut "1".
b. Remove the cotter pin "2", washer "3", and
pin "4".
c. Turn t ...
Checking and adjusting the steering head
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface
WARNINGSecurely support the vehicle so that there
is
no danger of it falling over.
NOTE:
Place the vehicle on a suitable stand so that the
front wheel is elevated.
2. Check:
Steering head
Grasp the bottom of the front fork legs an ...