Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: General information
| NOTICE This manual was produced by MBK Industrie. primarily for use by Yamaha dealers and their qualified mechanics. It is not possible to include all the knowledge of a mechanic in one manual. Therefore, anyone who uses this book to perform maintenance and repairs on Yamaha vehicles should have a basic understanding of mechanics and the techniques to repair these types of vehicles. Repair and maintenance work attempted by anyone without this knowledge is likely to render the vehicle unsafe and unfit for use. Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. is continually striving to improve all of its models. Modifications and significant changes in specifications or procedures will be forwarded to all authorized Yamaha dealers and will appear in future editions of this manual where applicable. |
NOTE:
Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual is intended as a handy, easy-to-read reference book for the mechanic. Comprehensive explanations of all installation, removal, disassembly, assembly, repair and check procedures are laid out with the individual steps in sequential order.
- The manual is divided into chapters and each chapter is divided into sections. The current section title "1" is shown at the top of each page.
- Sub-section titles "2" appear in smaller print than the section title.
- To help identify parts and clarify procedure steps, there are exploded diagrams "3" at the start of each removal and disassembly section.
- Numbers "4" are given in the order of the jobs in the exploded diagram. A number indicates a disassembly step.
- Symbols "5" indicate parts to be lubricated or replaced.
Refer to "SYMBOLS".
- A job instruction chart "6" accompanies the exploded diagram, providing the order of jobs, names of parts, notes in jobs, etc.
- Jobs "7" requiring more information (such as special tools and technical data) are described sequentially.
SYMBOLS
The following symbols are used in this manual for easier understanding.
NOTE:
The following symbols are not relevant to every vehicle.
1. Serviceable with engine mounted
2. Filling fluid
3. Lubricant
4. Special tool
5. Tightening torque
6. Wear limit, clearance
7. Engine speed
8. Electrical data
9. Engine oil
10.Gear oil
11.Molybdenum disulfide oil
12.Brake fluid
13.Wheel bearing grease
14.Lithium-soap-based grease
15.Molybdenum disulfide grease
16. Silicone grease
17.Apply locking agent (LOCTITE).
18.Replace the part with a new one.
- Identification
- Features
- Important information
- Preparation for removal and disassembly
- Replacement parts
- Gaskets, oil seals and o-rings
- Lock washers/plates and cotter pins
- Bearings and oil seals
- Circlips
- Checking the connections
- Special tools
Identification
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number "1" is stamped
into the right side of the steering head pipe.
Model label
The model label "1" is affixed to the frame. This
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Other materials:
Checking the timing chain tensioner
1. Check:
Timing chain tensioner
Cracks/damage/rough movement Replace.
a. Lightly press the timing chain tensioner rod
into the timing chain tensioner housing by
hand.
NOTE:
While pressing the timing chain tensioner rod,
wind it clockwise with a thin screwdriver "1" until
it stops.
b. ...
Checking the timing chain and timing chain guide
1. Check:
Timing chain
Damage/stiffness Replace the
timing
chain and camshaft sprocket as a set.
2. Check:
Timing chain guide (intake side)
Damage/wear Replace.
Checking the oil strainer
1. Check:
Oil strainer
Damage Replace.
Contaminants Clean with solvent.
...
Adjusting the drive chain slack
NOTE:
The drive chain slack must be checked at the
tightest point on the chain.
CAUTION:A drive chain that is too tight will
overload
the engine and other vital parts, and one that
is too loose can skip and damage the swingarm
or cause an accident. Therefore, keep
the drive ...