Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Operation and important riding points
Read the Owner's Manual carefully to become familiar with all controls. If there is a control or function you do not understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of control,
which could cause an accident
or injury.
TIP
This model is equipped with a lean angle
sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. To start the engine after a
turnover, be sure to turn the main
switch to "OFF" and then to "ON". Failing
to do so will prevent the engine from
starting even though the engine will
crank when pushing the start switch.
For your safety - pre-operation checks
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe
operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner's Ma ...
Starting the engine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
The transmission is in the neutral
position.
The transmission is in gear ...
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.
...
Lubricating the drive chain
The drive chain consists of many interacting
parts. If the drive chain is not maintained properly,
it will wear out quickly. Therefore, the drive
chain should be serviced, especially when the
vehicle is used in dusty areas.
This vehicle has a drive chain with small rubber
O-rings between eac ...
Checking the brake fluid 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:
Brake fluid level
Below the minimum level mark "a" → Add the
recommended brake fluid to the proper level.
A. Front brake
B. Rear brake
WA ...