Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Shifting
Shifting
- Shift pedal
- Neutral position
Shifting gears lets you control the amount of engine power available for starting off, accelerating, climbing hills, etc.
The gear positions are shown in the illustration.
TIP
To shift the transmission into the neutral
position, press the shift pedal down
repeatedly until it reaches the end of its
travel, and then slightly raise it.
NOTICE
- Even with the transmission in the neutral position, do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off, and do not tow the motorcycle for long distances. The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is running. Inadequate lubrication may damage the transmission.
- Always use the clutch while changing gears to avoid damaging the engine, transmission, and drive train, which are not designed to withstand the shock of forced shifting.
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 ...
Tips for reducing fuel consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:
Shift up swiftly, and avoid high engine
speeds during acceleration.
Do not r ...
Other materials:
Checking the rear wheel
1. Check:
Rear wheel axle
Rear wheel
Wheel bearings
Oil seals
Refer to "CHECKING THE FRONT WHEEL"
on page 4-8.
2. Check:
Tire
Rear wheel
Damage/wear → Replace.
Refer to "CHECKING THE TIRES" on page
3-23 and "CHECKING THE WHEELS" on
page 3-25.
3. Measure:
Radi ...
Checking the decompression system
1. Check:
Decompression system
a. Check the decompression system with the
camshaft sprocket and the decompression
cam installed to the camshaft.
b. Check that the decompression lever "1"
moves smoothly.
c. Without operating the decompression lever,
check that the decompression cam " ...
Installing the shift shaft
1. Install:
Stopper lever "1"
Stopper lever spring "2"
NOTE:
Install the stopper lever spring as shown in the
illustration.
Hook the ends of the stopper lever spring onto
the stopper lever and the crankcase boss "3".
Mesh the stopper lever with the shift drum segment
assembly. ...