Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the front brake disc
1. Remove:
- Front wheel Refer to "FRONT WHEEL" on page 4-6.
2. Check:
- Brake disc
Damage/galling
Replace.
3. Measure:
- Brake disc deflection
Out of specification
Correct the
brake disc deflection or replace the brake disc.
a. Place the vehicle on a suitable stand so that the front wheel is elevated.
b. Before measuring the front brake disc deflection, turn the handlebar to the left or right to ensure that the front wheel is stationary.
c. Remove the brake caliper.
d. Hold the dial gauge at a right angle against the brake disc surface.
e. Measure the deflection 1.5 mm (0.06 in) below the edge of the brake disc.
4. Measure:
- Brake disc thickness
Measure the brake disc thickness at a few different
locations.
Out of specification
Replace.
5. Adjust:
- Brake disc deflection
a. Remove the brake disc.
b. Rotate the brake disc by one bolt hole.
c. Install the brake disc.
NOTE:
Tighten the brake disc bolts in stages and in a crisscross pattern.
d. Measure the brake disc deflection.
e. If out of specification, repeat the adjustment steps until the brake disc deflection is within specification.
f. If the brake disc deflection cannot be brought within specification, replace the brake disc.
6. Install:
- Front wheel Refer to "FRONT WHEEL" on page 4-6.
Introduction
WARNINGDisc brake components rarely require
disassembly.
Therefore, always follow these preventive
measures:
Never disassemble brake components unless
absolutely necessa ...
Replacing the front brake pads
NOTE:
When replacing the brake pads, it is not necessary
to disconnect the brake hose or disassemble
the brake caliper.
1. Measure:
Brake pad wear limit "a"
Out of specification Replace
...
Other materials:
Checking and lubricating the cables
The following procedure applies to all of the inner
and outer cables.
WARNINGDamaged outer cable may cause the cable to
corrode and interfere with its movement. Replace
damaged outer cable and inner cables
as soon as possible.
1. Check:
Outer cable
Damage Replace.
2 ...
Types of bulbs
The bulbs used on this vehicle are shown in the
illustration.
Bulbs "a" and "b" are used for the headlights
and usually use a bulb holder that must be detached
before removing the bulb. The majority
of these types of bulbs can be removed from
their respective socket by turning them coun ...
Chain drive
Removing the drive chain
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
WARNINGSecurely support the vehicle so that there
is
no danger of it falling over.
NOTE:
Place the vehicle on a suitable stand so that the
rear wheel is elevated. ...