Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Main switch/steering lock
Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering. The various positions are described below.
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with power, the meter lighting, taillight, license plate light and auxiliary lights come on, and the engine can be started. The key cannot be removed.
TIP
The headlight comes on automatically when the engine is started and stays on until the key is turned to "OFF", even if the engine stalls.
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key can be removed.
WARNING
Never turn the key to "OFF" or
"LOCK" while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical systems are off. The key can be removed.
To lock the steering
-
Push.
-
Turn.
- Turn the handlebars all the way to the left or right.
- Push the key in from the "OFF" position, and then turn it to "LOCK" while still pushing it.
- Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
-
Push.
-
Turn.
Push the key into the main switch, and then turn it to "OFF" while still pushing it.
Indicator and warning lights
Indicator and warning lights
Neutral indicator light""
Turn signal indicator light""
High beam indicator light""
Engine trouble warning light""
Coolant temperature warning light""
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Other materials:
Disassembling the front wheel
1. Remove:
Oil seal
Wheel bearings
a. Clean the surface of the front wheel hub.
b. Remove the oil seal "1" with a flat-head
screwdriver.
NOTE:
To prevent damaging the wheel, place a rag "2"
between the screwdriver and the wheel surface.
c. Remove the wheel bearings "3" with a ge ...
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.
3. Measure:
Mica undercut "a"
Out of specification Scrape
the mica to the
proper measurement with a hacksaw blade
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Ignition circuit cut-off system
The ignition circuit cut-off system (comprising
the sidestand switch, clutch
switch and neutral switch) has the following
functions.
It prevents starting when the transmission
is in gear and the sidestand
is up, but the clutch lever is
not pulled.
It prevents starting when the t ...