Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the transmission

Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual / Engine / Transmission / Checking the transmission

1. Measure:

  • Main axle runout (with a centering device and dial gauge "1") Out of specification Replace
    the main axle.

Checking the transmission


2. Measure:

  • Drive axle runout (with a centering device and dial gauge "1") Out of specification Replace
    the drive axle.

Checking the transmission


3. Check:

  • Transmission gears Blue discoloration/pitting/wear
    Replace the defective gear(s).
  • Transmission gear dogs Cracks/damage/rounded edges
    Replace the defective gear(s).

Checking the transmission


4. Check:

  • Transmission gear engagement (each pinion gear to its respective wheel gear) Incorrect Reassemble the
    transmission axle assemblies.

5. Check:

  • Transmission gear movement Rough movement Replace the
    defective part(s).
    Checking the shift drum assembly
    1. Check: Shift drum groove Damage/scratches/wear Replace the shift drum assembly. Shift drum segment "1" Damage/wear  Replace the shift drum assembly. Shift drum bearing "2" ...

    Checking the clutch push rods
    1. Check: Long clutch push rod Cracks/damage/wear Replace the long clutch push rod. 2. Measure: Push rod bending limit Out of specification Replace the long clutch push rod. ...

    Other materials:

    Replacing the air filter element and cleaning the check hose
    The air filter element should be replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Have a Yamaha dealer replace the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. In addition, the air filter check hose must be ...

    Removing the handlebars
    1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface. WARNINGSecurely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. 2. Remove: Handlebar grip "1" NOTE: Blow compressed air between the handlebar and the handlebar grip, and gradually push the grip off the handleb ...

    Checking the radiator fan motor
    1. Check: Radiator fan motor Faulty/rough movement → Replace. a. Disconnect the radiator fan motor coupler from the wire harness. b. Connect the battery (DC 12 V) as shown. Positive tester probe → blue "1" Negative tester probe → black "2" c. Measure ...

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