Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Valve clearance
The valve clearance changes with use, resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
Adjusting the throttle cable free play
Throttle cable free play
The throttle cable free play should measure
3.0-5.0 mm (0.12-0.20 in) at the
throttle grip. Periodically check the
throttle cable free play and, if necessar ...
Tires
To maximize the performance, durability,
and safe operation of your motorcycle,
note the following points regarding
the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be check ...
Other materials:
Replacing the front brake pads
NOTE:
When replacing the brake pads, it is not necessary
to disconnect the brake hose or disassemble
the brake caliper.
1. Measure:
Brake pad wear limit "a"
Out of specification Replace
the brake
pads as a set.
2. Install:
Brake pad support
Brake pad spring
Brake pads ...
Installing the thermostat
1. Install:
Thermostat
NOTE:
Install the thermostat with its breather hole "a"
facing up.
2. Install:
Copper washer
Coolant temperature sensor
CAUTION:Use extreme care when handling the
coolant
temperature sensor. Replace any part that
was dropped or subjected to ...
Assembling the water pump
1. Install:
Water pump seal "1"
(into the water pump housing "2")
CAUTION:Never lubricate the water pump seal
surface
with oil or grease.
NOTE:
Install the water pump seal with the special
tools.
Install the water pump seal with the special
tools to the specifi ...