Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Introduction

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Chassis / Front brake / Introduction

WARNING

Disc brake components rarely require disassembly.

Therefore, always follow these preventive measures:

Never disassemble brake components unless absolutely necessary.
If any connection on the hydraulic brake system is disconnected, the entire brake system must be disassembled, drained, cleaned, properly filled, and bled after reassembly.
Never use solvents on internal brake components.
Use only clean or new brake fluid for cleaning brake components.
Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean up any spilt brake fluid immediately.
Avoid brake fluid coming into contact with the eyes as it can cause serious injury.
FIRST AID FOR BRAKE FLUID ENTERING THE EYES:
Flush with water for 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention.

Checking the front brake disc

1. Remove: Front wheel Refer to "FRONT WHEEL" on page 4-6. 2. Check: Brake disc Damage/galling Replace. 3. Measure: Brake disc deflection Out of specification Correct the b ...

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Removing the front brake caliper
NOTE: Before disassembling the brake caliper, drain the brake fluid from the entire brake system. 1. Remove: Brake hose union bolt "1" Copper washers "2" Brake hose "3" NOTE: Put the end of the brake hose into a container and pump out the brake fluid carefully. ...

Checking the valves and valve guides
The following procedure applies to all of the valves and valve guides. 1. Measure: Valve-stem-to-valve-guide clearance Out of specification Replace the valve guide. Valve-stem-to-valve-guide clearance = Valve guide inside diameter "a" - Valve stem diameter "b" 2. Replace: ...

Fuel tank cap
Fuel tank cap Fuel tank cap lock cover Unlock. To remove the fuel tank cap Open the fuel tank cap lock cover. Insert the key into the lock and turn it 1/4 turn counterclockwise. The lock will be released and the fuel tank cap can be removed. To install the fuel tank ca ...