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:

    Installing the front brake master cylinder
    1. Install: Brake master cylinder "1" Brake master cylinder holder "2" NOTE: Install the brake master cylinder holder with the arrow mark "a" pointing forward. Align the end of the brake master cylinder holder with the punch mark "b" on the handlebar. First, tighten the front bo ...

    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 wear/pitting/ scratches  Replace or check the lubrication system. 3. Measure: Rocke ...

    Checking the rear brake hose
    1. Check: Brake hoses "1" Cracks/damage/wear  Replace. 2. Check: Brake hose holder "2" Loose connection Tighten the holder bolt. Loose or open holder Fasten properly. 3. Hold the vehicle upright and apply the rear brake several times. 4. Check: Brake ho ...

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