Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: 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.
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:
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 ...
Checking the engine oil level
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
NOTE:
Place the vehicle on a suitable stand.
Make sure the vehicle is upright.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes,
and then turn it off.
3. Check:
Engine oil level
The engine oil level should be between the
minimum level ...
Unstable handling
Handlebars
- Bent or improperly installed right handlebar
- Bent or improperly installed left handlebar
1. Steering head components
- Improperly installed upper bracket
- Improperly installed lower bracket
(improperly tightened ring nut)
- Bent steering stem
- Damaged ball bearing or bearing ...