Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the front brake master cylinder

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Chassis / Front brake / Checking the front brake master cylinder

1. Check:

Brake master cylinder Damage/scratches/wear Replace.

Brake fluid delivery passages (brake master cylinder body) Obstruction Blow out with
compressed air.

2. Check:

Brake master cylinder reservoir Cracks/damage Replace the brake
master cylinder.
Brake master cylinder reservoir diaphragm Damage/wear Replace.

3. Check:

Brake hose Cracks/damage/wear Replace.

Assembling the front brake master cylinder

WARNING

Before installation, all internal brake components should be cleaned and lubricated with clean or new brake fluid.
Never use solvents on internal brake components.

Removing the front brake master cylinder

NOTE: Before removing the front brake master cylinder, drain the brake fluid from the entire brake system. 1. Disconnect: Front brake light switch 2. Remove: Brake hose union bolt Copp ...

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 br ...

Other materials:

Adjusting the brake pedal free play
Adjusting the brake pedal free play Brake pedal free play The brake pedal free play should measure 3.5-4.5 mm (0.14-0.18 in) as shown. Periodically check the brake pedal free play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it. WARNING An incorrect brake pedal free play in ...

Checking the front brake caliper
1. Check: Brake caliper pistons "1" Rust/scratches/wear Replace the brake caliper assembly. Brake caliper body "2" Cracks/damage Replace the brake caliper assembly. Brake fluid delivery passages (brake caliper body) Obstruction Blow out with compressed air. ...

Checking the coolant temperature sensor
1. Remove: Coolant temperature sensor WARNING Handle the coolant temperature sensor with special care. Never subject the coolant temperature sensor to strong shocks. If the coolant temperature sensor is dropped, replace it. 2. Check: Coolant temper ...