Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the transmission
1. Measure:
- Main axle runout
(with a centering device and dial gauge "1")
Out of specification
Replace
the main axle.
2. Measure:
- Drive axle runout
(with a centering device and dial gauge "1")
Out of specification
Replace
the drive axle.
3. Check:
- Transmission gears
Blue discoloration/pitting/wear
Replace the defective gear(s). - Transmission gear dogs
Cracks/damage/rounded edges
Replace the defective gear(s).
4. Check:
- Transmission gear engagement
(each pinion gear to its respective wheel
gear)
Incorrect
Reassemble the
transmission axle assemblies.
5. Check:
- Transmission gear movement
Rough movement
Replace the
defective part(s).
Checking the shift drum assembly
1. Check:
Shift drum groove
Damage/scratches/wear Replace
the shift
drum assembly.
Shift drum segment "1"
Damage/wear Replace the
shift drum assembly.
Shift drum bearing "2" ...
Checking the clutch push rods
1. Check:
Long clutch push rod
Cracks/damage/wear Replace the
long
clutch push rod.
2. Measure:
Push rod bending limit
Out of specification Replace
the long
clutch push rod. ...
Other materials:
Checking the timing chain and timing chain guide
1. Check:
Timing chain
Damage/stiffness Replace the
timing
chain and camshaft sprocket as a set.
2. Check:
Timing chain guide (intake side)
Damage/wear Replace.
Checking the oil strainer
1. Check:
Oil strainer
Damage Replace.
Contaminants Clean with solvent.
...
Checking the spark plug
1. Remove:
Right side cover
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Disconnect:
Spark plug cap
3. Remove:
Spark plug
CAUTION:Before removing the spark plug, blow away
any dirt accumulated in the spark plug well
with compressed air to prevent it from falling
...
Rear wheel
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
Loosen the axle nut.
Axle nut
Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
Locknut
Brake caliper
Lift the rear wheel off the ground
according to the pr ...