Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the starter motor

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Engine / Electric starter / Checking the starter motor

1. Check:

  • Commutator Dirt Clean with 600 grit
    sandpaper.

2. Measure:

  • Commutator diameter "a" Out of specification Replace
    the starter motor.

Checking the starter motor


3. Measure:

  • Mica undercut "a" Out of specification Scrape
    the mica to the proper measurement with a hacksaw blade that has been grounded to fit the commutator.

NOTE:

The mica of the commutator must be undercut to ensure proper operation of the commutator.


4. Measure:

  • Armature assembly resistances (commutator and insulation) Out of specification Replace
    the starter motor.

a. Measure the armature assembly resistances with the pocket tester.


b. If any resistance is out of specification, replace the starter motor.

Checking the starter motor


5. Measure:

  • Brush length "a" Out of specification Replace
    the starter motor front cover/brush holder set.

Checking the starter motor


6. Measure:

  • Brush spring force Out of specification Replace
    the brush springs as a set.

7. Check:

Gear teeth Damage/wear  Replace the gear.


8. Check:

  • Bearing
  • Oil seal
  • Damage/wear Replace the
    starter motor front cover/brush holder set.
    Electric starter
    ...

    Assembling the starter motor
    1. Install: Starter motor front cover/brush holder set "1" Starter motor yoke "2" NOTE: Align the marks "a" on the starter motor yoke and starter motor front cover/brush holder set. ...

    Other materials:

    Troubleshooting
    Any of the following fail to light: turn signal lights, brake light or indicator lights. The horn fails to sound. The fuel gauge fails to operate. The speedometer fails to operate. NOTE: Before troubleshooting, remove the following part(s): 1. Seats 2. Fuel tank 3. Left upper ...

    Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers
    Brake lever Brake lever Clutch lever Clutch lever The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride, and the lever pivots should be lubricated if necessary. Recommended lubricants:Brake lever: Silicone grease Clutch lever: Lithium-soap ...

    Multi-function display
    1. Multi-function display 2. "RESET/SELECT" button The multi-function display is equipped with the following: a speedometer (which shows the riding speed) an odometer (which shows the total distance traveled) two tripmeters (which show the distance traveled since they were last ...

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