Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Removing the valves

The following procedure applies to all of the valves and related components.

NOTE:

Before removing the internal parts of the cylinder head (e.g., valves, valve springs, valve seats), make sure the valves properly seal.

1. Check:

  • Valve sealing Leakage at the valve seat Check
    the valve face, valve seat, and valve seat width.

    Refer to "CHECKING THE VALVE SEATS" on page 5-20.

a. Pour a clean solvent "a" into the intake and exhaust ports.

b. Check that the valves properly seal.

NOTE:

There should be no leakage at the valve seat "1".

Removing the valves


2. Remove:

  • Valve cotters "1"

NOTE:

Remove the valve cotters by compressing the valve spring with the valve spring compressor and the valve spring compressor attachment "2".


Removing the valves


3. Remove:

  • Upper spring seat "1"
  • Valve spring "2"
  • Valve "3"
  • Valve stem seal "4"
  • Lower spring seat "5"

NOTE:

Identify the position of each part very carefully so that it can be reinstalled in its original place.

Removing the valves


    Valves and valve springs
    ...

    Checking the valves and valve guides
    The following procedure applies to all of the valves and valve guides. 1. Measure: Valve-stem-to-valve-guide clearance Out of specification Replace the valve guide. Valve-stem-to-valve ...

    Other materials:

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    Checking the throttle body joint and air filter case joint
    1. Remove: Right lower side cowling Left lower side cowling Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1. 2. Check: Throttle body joint "1" Air filter case joint "2" Cracks/damage Replace. 3. Install: Right lower side cowling Left lower side cowling Refer to "GENERAL CHAS ...

    Checking the rear brake hose
    1. Check: Brake hoses "1" Cracks/damage/wear  Replace. 2. Check: Brake hose holder "2" Loose connection Tighten the holder bolt. Loose or open holder Fasten properly. 3. Hold the vehicle upright and apply the rear brake several times. 4. Check: Brake ho ...

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