Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Removing the fuel tank

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Fuel system / Fuel tank / Removing the fuel tank

1. Extract the fuel in the fuel tank through the fuel tank filler hole with a pump.

2. Remove:

Fuel hose connector cover "1"

3. Disconnect:

Fuel hose "2"

CAUTION:

Be sure to disconnect the fuel hose by hand. Do not forcefully disconnect the hose with tools.
Although the fuel has been removed from the fuel tank, be careful when removing the fuel hose, since there may be fuel remaining in it.
Do not disconnect the fuel hose from the fuel hose connector. Disconnect the connector from the fuel pump.

NOTE:

Before removing the hose, place a few rags in the area under where it will be removed.

Removing the fuel tank

4. Remove:

Fuel tank

Checking the fuel pump body

1. Check:

Fuel pump body Obstruction Clean.

Cracks/damage Replace the fuel tank.

Installing the fuel hose

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