Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Removing the handlebars
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
| WARNING Securely 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 handlebar.
Handlebars
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Checking the handlebars
1. Check:
Left handlebar
Right handlebar
Bends/cracks/damage → Replace.
WARNINGDo not attempt to straighten a bent
handlebar
as this may dangerously weaken it.
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Other materials:
Removing the front fork legs
The following procedure applies to both of the
front fork legs.
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
WARNINGSecurely support the vehicle so that there
is
no danger of it falling over.
2. Loosen:
Handlebar pinch bolt "1"
Handlebar bolt "2"
Upper bracket ...
Checking the radiator
1. Check:
Radiator fins
obstruction clean.
Apply compressed air to the rear of the radiator.
Damage repair or replace.
NOTE:
Straighten any flattened fins with a thin, flat-head
screwdriver.
2. Check:
Radiator hoses
Cracks/damage Replace.
3. Measure:
Radiator cap ...
Checking and charging the battery
WARNINGBatteries generate explosive hydrogen gas
and contain electrolyte which is made of poisonous
and highly caustic sulfuric acid.
Therefore, always follow these preventive
measures:
Wear protective eye gear when handling or
working near batteries.
Charge batt ...