Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Removing the handlebars

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Chassis / Handlebars / Removing the handlebars

1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.

WARNING

Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over.

2. Remove:

Handlebar grip "1"

NOTE:

Blow compressed air between the handlebar and the handlebar grip, and gradually push the grip off the handlebar.

Removing the handlebars

Checking the handlebars

1. Check: Left handlebar Right handlebar Bends/cracks/damage → Replace. WARNINGDo not attempt to straighten a bent handlebar as this may dangerously weaken it. ...

Other materials:

Battery
A poorly maintained battery will corrode and discharge quickly. The electrolyte level, battery lead connections and breather hose routing should be checked before each ride and at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. WARNING Electrolyte is pois ...

Installing the front wheel (disc)
1. Install: Front brake disc NOTE: Be sure to install the front brake disc with the arrow mark "a" on the disc facing out. Tighten the brake disc bolts in stages and in a crisscross pattern. 2. Check: Front brake disc Refer to "CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE DISC" on page 4 ...

Checking and lubricating the sidestand
Checking and lubricating the sidestand The operation of the sidestand should be checked before each ride, and the sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary. WARNING If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha deal ...