Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the coolant level

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Periodic checks and adjustments / Engine / Checking the coolant level

1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.

NOTE:

Place the vehicle on a suitable stand.
Make sure the vehicle is upright.

2. Check:

Coolant level The coolant level should be between the maximum level mark "a" and minimum level mark "b".

Below the minimum level mark → Add the recommended coolant to the proper level.

NOTE:

To access the coolant reservoir cap "1", remove the right side cover. Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.

Checking the coolant level

CAUTION:

Adding water instead of coolant lowers the antifreeze content of the coolant. If water is used instead of coolant, check and, if necessary, correct the antifreeze concentration of the coolant.
Use only distilled water. However, if distilled water is not available, soft water may be used.

3. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off.

4. Check:

Coolant level

NOTE:

Before checking the coolant level, wait a few minutes until it settles.

Checking the exhaust system

1. Check: Exhaust assembly "1" Cracks/damage → Replace. Exhaust pipe gasket "2" Exhaust gas leaks → Replace. 2. Check: Tightening torques of the exhaust pipe nuts "3" an ...

Checking the cooling system

1. Remove: Side covers Upper side cowlings Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1. 2. Check: Radiator "1" Radiator inlet hose "2" Radiator outlet hose "3" Coolant reservoir hose ...

Other materials:

Removing the handlebars
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. WARNINGSecurely 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 handleb ...

Checking the tires
The following procedure applies to both of the tires. 1. Check: Tire pressure Out of specification Regulate. WARNING The tire pressure should only be checked and regulated when the tire temperature equals the ambient air temperature. The tire pressure must be adjuste ...

Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers
Brake lever Brake lever Clutch lever Clutch lever The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride, and the lever pivots should be lubricated if necessary. Recommended lubricants:Brake lever: Silicone grease Clutch lever: Lithium-soap ...