Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Gaskets, oil seals and o-rings
1. When overhauling the engine, replace all gaskets, seals and O-rings. All gasket surfaces, oil seal lips and O-rings must be cleaned.
2. During reassembly, properly oil all mating parts and bearings and lubricate the oil seal lips with grease.
- Oil
- Lip
- Spring
- Grease
Replacement parts
Use only genuine Yamaha parts for all replacements.
Use oil and grease recommended by
Yamaha for all lubrication jobs. Other brands
may be similar in function and appearance, but
inferior in qua ...
Lock washers/plates and cotter pins
After removal, replace all lock washers/plates
"1" and cotter pins. After the bolt or nut has been
tightened to specification, bend the lock tabs
along a flat of the bolt or nut.
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Other materials:
General maintenance and lubrication chart
TIP
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in
unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
Every two years change the brake fluid.
Replace the brake hoses every four ye ...
Checking the rear shock absorber assembly
1. Check:
Rear shock absorber rod
Bends/damage Replace the rear
shock
absorber assembly.
Rear shock absorber
Oil leaks Replace the rear
shock absorber
assembly.
Spring
Damage/wear Replace the
rear shock absorber
assembly.
Bushing
Damage/wear Replace the rea ...
Checking the radiator
1. Check:
Radiator fins
obstruction clean.
Apply compressed air to the rear of the radiator.
Damage repair or replace.
NOTE:
Straighten any flattened fins with a thin, flat-head
screwdriver.
2. Check:
Radiator hoses
Cracks/damage Replace.
3. Measure:
Radiator cap ...