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 oil pump
1. Check:
Oil pump drive gear
Oil pump driven gear
Oil pump housing
Oil pump housing cover
Cracks/damage/wear Replace the
defective
part(s).
2. Measure:
Inner-rotor-to-outer-rotor-tip clearance "a"
Outer-rotor-to-oil-pump-housing clearance
"b"
- Oil-pump-housing-to-inn ...
Checking the spark plug
The spark plug is an important engine
component, which is easy to check.
Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, the spark
plug should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the ...
Checking the rear brake disc
1. Remove:
Rear wheel
Refer to "REAR WHEEL" on page 4-12.
2. Check:
Brake disc
Damage/galling → Replace.
3. Measure:
Brake disc deflection
Out of specification → Correct the brake
disc
deflection or replace the brake disc.
Refer to "CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE
DIS ...