Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the camshaft sprocket and timing chain guide

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Engine / Cylinder head / Checking the camshaft sprocket and timing chain guide

1. Check:

  • Camshaft sprocket More than 1/4 tooth wear "a" Replace
    the camshaft sprocket, timing chain and crankshaft as a set.

Checking the camshaft sprocket and timing chain guide


a. 1/4 tooth

b. Correct

1. Timing chain roller

2. Camshaft sprocket

2. Check:

Timing chain guide (exhaust side) Damage/wear Replace.


    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 ...

    Checking the timing chain tensioner
    1. Check: Timing chain tensioner Cracks/damage/rough movement Replace. a. Lightly press the timing chain tensioner rod into the timing chain tensioner housing by hand. NOTE: While pressing the ...

    Other materials:

    Checking the brake fluid level
    Front brake Front brake Minimum level mark Rear brake Rear brake Minimum level mark Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the brake system, possibly causing it to become ineffective. Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark an ...

    Assembling the main axle and drive axle
    1. Install: Toothed washer "1" Circlip "2" NOTE: Be sure to install the circlip so that its sharp edge "a" is facing away from the toothed washer and gear. Be sure the circlip ends "b" are positioned at the axle spline groove "c". 2. Install: 2nd pinion gear "1" NO ...

    Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals
    Brake pedal Brake pedal Shift pedal Shift pedal The operation of the brake and shift pedals should be checked before each ride, and the pedal pivots should be lubricated if necessary. Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease ...

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