Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system

Owner's tool kit

Owner's tool kit Owner's tool kit Engine oil drain attachment The owner's tool kit is located under the rider seat. The service information included in this manual and the tools prov ...

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 ...

Other materials:

Catalytic converters
This vehicle is equipped with catalytic converters in the exhaust system. WARNING The exhaust system is hot after operation. To prevent a fire hazard or burns: Do not park the vehicle near possible fire hazards such as grass or other materials that easily burn. Park the vehic ...

Starting failures
Engine 1. Cylinder and cylinder head - Loose spark plug - Loose cylinder head or cylinder - Damaged cylinder head gasket - Damaged cylinder gasket - Worn or damaged cylinder - Incorrect valve clearance - Improperly sealed valve - Incorrect valve-to-valve-seat contact - Incorrect valve timi ...

Checking the cylinder head
1. Eliminate: Combustion chamber carbon deposits (with a rounded scraper) NOTE: Do not use a sharp instrument to avoid damaging or scratching: Spark plug bore threads Valve seats 2. Check: Cylinder head Damage/scratches   Replace. Cylinder head water jacket Min ...