Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the starter motor operation

1. Check:

  • Starter motor operation Does not operate → Perform the electric starting system troubleshooting, starting with step 4.

    Refer to "TROUBLESHOOTING" on page 8-9.

a. Connect the positive battery terminal "1" and starter motor lead "2" with a jumper lead "3".

WARNING
  • A wire that is used as a jumper lead must have at least the same capacity of the battery lead, otherwise the jumper lead may burn.
  • This check is likely to produce sparks, therefore, make sure no flammable gas or fluid is in the vicinity.

Checking the starter motor operation


b. Check the starter motor operation.

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    Checking the stator coil
    1. Disconnect: Stator coil coupler (from the wire harness) 2. Check: Stator coil resistance Out of specification → Replace the crankshaft position sensor/stator assembly. a. Conne ...

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    1. Wash: Bearings Bearing races 2. Check: Bearings Bearing races Damage/pitting →Replace. 3. Replace: Bearings Bearing races a. Remove the bearing races from the steering head pipe with a long rod "1" and hammer. b. Remove the bearing race from the lower bracket ...

    Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers
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    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 ...

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