Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Checking and lubricating the cables
The operation of all control cables and the condition of the cables should be checked before each ride, and the cables and cable ends should be lubricated if necessary. If a cable is damaged or does not move smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING! Damage to the outer
sheath may interfere with proper cable
operation and will cause the inner
cable to rust. Replace a
damaged cable as soon as possible
to prevent unsafe conditions.
| Recommended lubricant: Engine oil |
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty ...
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable
The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addition,
the cable should be lubricated by a
Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance cha ...
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.
Th ...
Checking the cylinder head
1. Eliminate:
Combustion chamber carbon deposits
(with a rounded scraper)
NOTE:
Do not use a sharp instrument to avoid damaging
or scratching:
Spark plug bore threads
Valve seats
2. Check:
Cylinder head
Damage/scratches Replace.
Cylinder head water jacket
Min ...
Checking and lubricating the sidestand
Checking and lubricating the sidestand
The operation of the sidestand should
be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
WARNING
If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
deal ...