Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: 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 "4"

Water pump breather hose "5" Cracks/damage → Replace.

Refer to "RADIATOR" on page 6-1.

Checking the cooling system


3. Install:

  • Upper side cowlings
  • Side covers Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
    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 max ...

    Changing the coolant
    1. Remove: Lower side cowlings Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1. 2. Remove: Radiator cap "1" WARNINGA hot radiator is under pressure. Therefore, do not remove t ...

    Other materials:

    Assembling the front brake caliper
    WARNING Before installation, all internal brake components should be cleaned and lubricated with clean or new brake fluid. Never use solvents on internal brake components as they will cause the brake caliper dust seals and piston seals to swell and distort. ...

    Checking the cylinder and piston
    1. Check: Piston wall Cylinder wall Vertical scratches Replace the cylinder, and replace the piston and piston rings as a set. 2. Measure: Piston-to-cylinder clearance a. Measure cylinder bore "C" with the cylinder bore gauge. NOTE: Measure cylinder bore "C" by takin ...

    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 ...

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