Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the piston pin
1. Check:
- Piston pin
Blue discoloration/grooves
Replace the piston pin and then check the lubrication system.
2. Measure:
- Piston pin outside diameter "a"
Out of specification
Replace
the piston pin.
3. Measure:
- Piston pin bore diameter "b"
Out of specification
Replace
the piston.
4. Calculate:
Piston-pin-to-piston-pin-bore clearance
Out of specification 
Replace the
piston pin
and piston as a set.
- Piston-pin-to-piston-pin-bore clearance =
Piston pin bore diameter "b" -
Piston pin outside diameter "a"
Checking the piston rings
1. Measure:
Piston ring side clearance
Out of specification Replace the
piston
and piston rings as a set.
NOTE:
Before measuring the piston ring side clearance,
eliminate any carbon deposits ...
Installing the piston and cylinder
1. Install:
Top ring "1"
2nd ring "2"
Oil ring expander "3"
Lower oil ring rail "4"
Upper oil ring rail "5"
NOTE:
Be sure to install the piston rings so that the
manufacturer marks or ...
Other materials:
Storage
Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
NOTICE
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or covering
it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humidity
to seep in and ...
Replacing the air filter element and cleaning the check hose
The air filter element should be replaced
at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Have a Yamaha dealer replace
the air filter element more frequently if
you are riding in unusually wet or dusty
areas. In addition, the air filter check
hose must be ...
Overheating
Engine
1. Clogged coolant passages
Cylinder head and piston
Heavy carbon buildup
2. Engine oil
Incorrect oil level
Incorrect oil viscosity
Inferior oil quality
Cooling system
1. Coolant
Low coolant level
2. Radiator
Damaged or leaking radiator
Faulty radiator cap
...