Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the ignition coil

1. Check:

Primary coil resistance Out of specification  Replace.


a. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors from the ignition coil terminals.

b. Connect the pocket tester ( × 1)
to the ignition coil as shown.


Positive tester probe
red/white "1"

Negative tester probe
orange "2"

Checking the ignition coil


c. Measure the primary coil resistance.

2. Check:

Secondary coil resistance Out of specification Replace.


 a. Disconnect the spark plug cap from the ignition coil.

b. Connect the pocket tester ( ×
1k) to the ignition coil as shown.


  • Positive tester probe
    orange "1"
  • Negative tester probe
    spark plug lead "2"

Checking the ignition coil


c. Measure the secondary coil resistance.

    Checking the spark plug cap
    1. Check: Spark plug cap resistance Out of specification Replace. a. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug lead. b. Connect the pocket tester ( × 1k) to the spark plug cap as ...

    Checking the ignition spark gap
    1. Check: Ignition spark gap Out of specification Perform the ignition system troubleshooting, starting with step 5. Refer to "TROUBLESHOOTING" on page 8-3. NOTE: If the ignition spark gap ...

    Other materials:

    Measuring the compression pressure
    NOTE: Insufficient compression pressure will result in a loss of performance. 1. Measure: Valve clearance Out of specification →Adjust. Refer to "ADJUSTING THE VALVE CLEARANCE" on page 3-3. 2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. 3. Remove: ...

    Setting the diagnostic mode
    1. Set the main switch to "OFF" and the engine stop switch to " ". 2. Disconnect the self-diagnosis signal connector "1", and then connect the FI diagnostic tool "2" as shown. 3. Disconnect the fuel pump coupler. 4. While pressing the "MODE" button, set the main switch to "ON". NOTE: ...

    Checking the speed sensor
    1. Check: Speed sensor output voltage Out of specification → Replace. a. Connect the pocket tester (DC 20 V) to the speed sensor coupler (wire harness end) as shown. Positive tester probe gray "1" Negative tester probe gray/black "2" b. Set the main switch to "ON". c. ...

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