Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Periodic checks and adjustments
- Periodic maintenance
- Engine
- Adjusting the valve clearance
- Adjusting the exhaust gas volume
- Adjusting the engine idling speed
- Adjusting the throttle cable free play
- Checking the spark plug
- Checking the ignition timing
- Measuring the compression pressure
- Checking the engine oil level
- Changing the engine oil
- Adjusting the clutch cable free play
- Cleaning the air filter element
- Checking the throttle body joint and air filter case joint
- Checking the fuel line
- Checking the cylinder head breather hose
- Checking the exhaust system
- Checking the coolant level
- Checking the cooling system
- Changing the coolant
- Chassis
- Adjusting the rear disc brake
- Checking the brake fluid level
- Checking the front brake pads
- Checking the rear brake pads
- Checking the front brake hose
- Checking the rear brake hose
- Bleeding the hydraulic brake system
- Adjusting the drive chain slack
- Lubricating the drive chain
- Checking and adjusting the steering head
- Checking the front fork
- Checking the tires
- Checking the wheels
- Checking and lubricating the cables
- Electrical system
Cable routing
Front brake light switch lead
Right handlebar switch lead
Throttle cable
Main switch
Clutch cable
Clutch switch lead
Left handlebar switch lead
Sub-wire harness
Horn
Speed sen ...
Other materials:
Checking the connections
Check the leads, couplers, and connectors for
stains, rust, moisture, etc.
1. Disconnect:
Lead
Coupler
Connector
2. Check:
Lead
Coupler
Connector
Moisture → Dry with an air blower.
Rust/stains → Connect and disconnect several
times.
3. Check:
All co ...
Protective apparel
The majority of fatalities from motorcycle
accidents are the result of head injuries.
The use of a safety helmet is the
single most critical factor in the prevention
or reduction of head injuries.
Always wear an approved helmet.
Wear a face shield or goggles.
Wind in your unprotecte ...
Installing the steering head
1. Lubricate:
Upper bearing
Lower bearing
Bearing races
2. Install:
Lower ring nut
Rubber washer
Upper ring nut
Lock washer
Refer to "CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
THE STEERING HEAD" on page 3-22.
3. Install:
Upper bracket
Steering stem nut
NOTE:
Temporarily tighten t ...