Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the camshaft

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Engine / Camshaft / Checking the camshaft

1. Check:

  • Camshaft lobes Blue discoloration/pitting/scratches 
    Replace the camshaft.

2. Measure:

  • Camshaft lobe dimensions "a" and "b" Out of specification Replace
    the camshaft.

Checking the camshaft


3. Check:

Camshaft oil passage Obstruction Blow out with
compressed air.

    Camshaft
    ...

    Checking the rocker arms and rocker arm shafts
    The following procedure applies to all of the rocker arms and rocker arm shafts. 1. Check: Rocker arm Damage/wear Replace. 2. Check: Rocker arm shaft Blue discoloration/excessive wea ...

    Other materials:

    Checking the starter clutch
    1. Check: Starter clutch rollers "1" Starter clutch spring caps "2" Starter clutch springs "3" Damage/wear Replace the starter clutch assembly. 2. Check: Starter clutch idle gear Starter clutch gear Burrs/chips/roughness/wear Replace the defective part(s). 3. Check: ...

    Checking the starter motor operation
    1. Check: Starter motor operation Does not operate → Perform the electric starting system troubleshooting, starting with step 4. Refer to "TROUBLESHOOTING" on page 8-9. a. Connect the positive battery terminal "1" and starter motor lead "2" with a jumper lead "3". W ...

    Checking the coolant temperature sensor
    1. Remove: Coolant temperature sensor WARNING Handle the coolant temperature sensor with special care. Never subject the coolant temperature sensor to strong shocks. If the coolant temperature sensor is dropped, replace it. 2. Check: Coolant temper ...

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