Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the rear brake disc
1. Remove:
- Rear wheel Refer to "REAR WHEEL" on page 4-12.
2. Check:
- Brake disc Damage/galling → Replace.
3. Measure:
Brake disc deflection Out of specification → Correct the brake disc deflection or replace the brake disc.
Refer to "CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE
DISC" on page 4-21. 
4. Measure:
Brake disc thickness Measure the brake disc thickness at a few different locations.
Out of specification → Replace.
Refer to "CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE
DISC" on page 4-21. 
5. Adjust:
- Brake disc deflection
Refer to "CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE
DISC" on page 4-21.
6. Install:
- Rear wheel Refer to "REAR WHEEL" on page 4-12.
Introduction
WARNINGDisc brake components rarely require
disassembly.
Therefore, always follow these preventive
measures:
Never disassemble brake components unless
absolutely necessa ...
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 b ...
Other materials:
Parking
When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
WARNING
Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestrians
or children are not likely to
touch them and be burned.
Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, ...
Disassembling the rear brake caliper
1. Remove:
Brake caliper piston "1"
Brake caliper piston dust seal "2"
Brake caliper piston seal "3"
a. Blow compressed air into the brake hose joint
opening "a" to force out the piston from the
brake caliper.
WARNING
Cover the brake caliper piston with a rag.
Be careful no ...
Supporting the motorcycle
Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand upright.
Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A ...