Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the crankshaft

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Engine / Crankshaft / Checking the crankshaft

1. Measure:

Crankshaft runout Out of specification Replace
the crankshaft, bearing or both.

NOTE:

Turn the crankshaft slowly.

Checking the crankshaft

2. Measure:

Big end side clearance Out of specification Replace
the crankshaft.

3. Measure:

Crankshaft width Out of specification
Replace the crankshaft.

3. Measure:

Crankshaft width Out of specification Replace the crankshaft.

4. Check:

Crankshaft sprocket Damage/wear Replace the
crankshaft.
Bearing Cracks/damage/wear Replace the
crankshaft.

5. Check:

Crankshaft journal Scratches/wear Replace the
crankshaft.
Crankshaft journal oil passage Obstruction Blow out with
compressed air.

Removing the crankshaft

1. Remove: Crankshaft "1" NOTE: Remove the crankshaft with the crankcase separating tool "2". Make sure the crankcase separating tool is centered over the crankshaft. CAUTIO ...

Installing the crankshaft

1. Install: Crankshaft "1" NOTE: Install the crankshaft with the crankshaft installer pot "2", crankshaft installer bolt "3", adapter (M12) "4" and spacer (crankshaft installer) "5". ...

Other materials:

Adjusting the engine idling speed
NOTE: Prior to adjusting the engine idling speed, the air filter element should be clean, and the engine should have adequate compression. 1. Start the engine and let it warm up for several minutes. 2. Remove: Rider seat Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1. 3. Lift the fuel tank. ...

Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and Modifications
While you may find aftermarket products similar in design and quality to genuine Yamaha accessories, recognize that some aftermarket accessories or modifications are not suitable because of potential safety hazards to you or others. Installing aftermarket products or having other modif ...

Checking the valve springs
The following procedure applies to all of the valve springs. 1. Measure: Valve spring free length "a" Out of specification Replace the valve spring. 2. Measure: Compressed valve spring force "a" Out of specification Replace the valve spring. b. Installed length 3. ...