Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Faulty clutch
Clutch slips
1. Clutch
- Improperly assembled clutch
- Improperly adjusted clutch cable
- Loose or fatigued clutch spring
- Worn friction plate
- Worn clutch plate
2. Engine oil
- Incorrect oil level
- Incorrect oil viscosity (low)
- Deteriorated oil
Clutch drags
1. Clutch
- Unevenly tensioned clutch springs
- Warped pressure plate
- Bent clutch plate
- Swollen friction plate
- Bent clutch push rod
- Broken clutch boss
- Burnt primary driven gear bushing
2. Engine oil
- Incorrect oil level
- Incorrect oil viscosity (high)
- Deteriorated oil
Jumps out of gear
Shift shaft
Incorrect shift pedal position
Improperly returned stopper lever
Shift forks
Worn shift fork
Shift drum
Incorrect axial play
Worn shift drum groove
Transmission
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Overheating
Engine
1. Clogged coolant passages
Cylinder head and piston
Heavy carbon buildup
2. Engine oil
Incorrect oil level
Incorrect oil viscosity
Inferior oil quality
Cooling system
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Other materials:
Clutch lever
Clutch lever
Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the handlebar
grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
clutch operation.
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Storage
Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.
NOTICE
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or covering
it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humidity
to seep in and ...
Removing the front brake caliper
NOTE:
Before disassembling the brake caliper, drain
the brake fluid from the entire brake system.
1. Remove:
Brake hose union bolt "1"
Copper washers "2"
Brake hose "3"
NOTE:
Put the end of the brake hose into a container
and pump out the brake fluid carefully.
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