Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Separating the crankcase
1. Remove:
- Crankcase bolts
NOTE:
Loosen each bolt 1/4 of a turn at a time, in stages and in the proper sequence as shown.
A. Right crankcase
B. Left crankcase
2. Turn:
- Shift drum segment
NOTE:
Turn the shift drum segment "1" to the position shown in the illustration. In this position, the shift drum segment teeth will not contact the crankcase during crankcase separation.
3. Remove:
- Right crankcase
| CAUTION: Tap on one side of the crankcase with a softface hammer. Tap only on reinforced portions of the crankcase, not on the crankcase mating surfaces. Work slowly and carefully and make sure the crankcase halves separate evenly. |
Crankcase
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Checking the crankcase
1. Thoroughly wash the crankcase halves in a
mild solvent.
2. Thoroughly clean all the gasket surfaces and
crankcase mating surfaces.
3. Check:
Crankcase
Cracks/damage Replace.
Oil de ...
Other materials:
Checking the thermostat
1. Check:
Thermostat
Does not open at 80.5-83.5 C (176.9-182.3
F) Replace.
a. Suspend the thermostat "1" in a container "2"
filled with water.
b. Slowly heat the water "3".
c. Place a thermometer "4" in the water.
d. While stirring the water, observe the thermostat
and th ...
Adjusting the engine idling speed
NOTE:
Prior to adjusting the engine idling speed, the air
filter element should be clean, and the engine
should have adequate compression.
1. Start the engine and let it warm up for several
minutes.
2. Remove:
Rider seat
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
3. Lift the fuel tank. ...
Checking the rear shock absorber assembly
1. Check:
Rear shock absorber rod
Bends/damage Replace the rear
shock
absorber assembly.
Rear shock absorber
Oil leaks Replace the rear
shock absorber
assembly.
Spring
Damage/wear Replace the
rear shock absorber
assembly.
Bushing
Damage/wear Replace the rea ...