Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Removing the crankshaft

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Engine / Crankshaft / Removing the crankshaft

1. Remove:

Crankshaft "1"

NOTE:

Remove the crankshaft with the crankcase separating tool "2".
Make sure the crankcase separating tool is centered over the crankshaft.

CAUTION:

To protect the end of the crankshaft, place an appropriate sized socket between the crankcase separating tool bolt and the crankshaft.
Do not tap on the crankshaft.

Removing the crankshaft

Checking the crankshaft

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