ECO mode YAMAHA YBR125 2008 Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Catalytic converters This vehicle is equipped with catalytic
converters in the exhaust system.
WARNING
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The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down before do-ing any maintenance work.CAUTION:
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The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.

Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converters.


Never park the vehicle near pos-
sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.


Do not allow the engine to idletoo long.
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Kickstarter If the engine fails to start by pushing the
start switch, try to start it by using the
kickstarter. To start the engine, fold out
the kickstarter lever, move it down light-
ly with your foot until the gears engage,
and then push it down smoothly but
forcefully. This model is equipped with
a primary kickstarter, allowing the en-
gine to be started in any gear if the
clutch is disengaged and the sidestand
is up. However, shifting the transmis-
sion into the neutral position before
starting is recommended.
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Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies Each shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring.CAUTION:
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Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum orminimum settings.
1. Kickstarter lever
1. Spring preload adjusting ring
2. Position indicator
(a)(b)
2
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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WARNING
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Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer re-
garding any control or function
that you do not thoroughly un-
derstand.


Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.


Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible lossof control.
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NOTE:This model is equipped with a lean an-
gle sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. To start the engine after a
turnover, be sure to turn the main
switch to “OFF” and then to “ON”. Fail-
ing to do so will prevent the engine from
starting even though the engine willcrank when pushing the start switch.
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Starting the engine In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:

The transmission is in the neutral
position.


The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the sid-
estand up.WARNING
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Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system ac-
cording to the procedure
described on page 3-10.


Never ride with the sidestanddown.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.
NOTE:When the transmission is in the neutral
position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-cuit.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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CAUTION:
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Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly afire.
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuits to check if the
devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
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Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the screws.
2. Remove the headlight bulb socket
cover.3. Remove the headlight bulb socket
(together with the bulb) by turning
it counterclockwise.
4. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.1. Screw
1. Headlight bulb socket cover
1. Headlight bulb socket
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:Overall length:
2055 mm (80.9 in)
Overall width:
845 mm (33.3 in)
Overall height:
1125 mm (44.3 in)
Seat height:
760 mm (29.9 in)
Wheelbase:
1290 mm (50.8 in)
Ground clearance:
140 mm (5.51 in)
Minimum turning radius:
1750 mm (68.9 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
130.0 kg (287 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Air cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
123.7 cm³
Bore × stroke:
54.0 × 54.0 mm (2.13 × 2.13 in)
Compression ratio:
10.00 :1
Starting system:
Electric starter and kickstarter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 15W-40,
SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
1.00 L (1.06 US qt, 0.88 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Dry elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
12.0 L (3.17 US gal, 2.64 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:Throttle body:
Manufacturer:
MIKUNI
Type/quantity:
AC26-6/1Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR6HSA
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio:
68/20 (3.400)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
43/14 (3.071)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
37/14 (2.643)
2nd:
32/18 (1.778)
3rd:
25/19 (1.316)
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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SPECIFICATIONS
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4th:
23/22 (1.045)
5th:
21/24 (0.875)
Chassis:Frame type:
Diamond
Caster angle:
27.42 °
Trail:
102.0 mm (4.02 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
3.00-18 47P
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-6039Rear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
3.50-16 58P
Manufacturer/model:
CHENG SHIN/C-289Loading:Maximum load:
190 kg (419 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)Front:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm², 25 psi)
Rear:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Loading condition:
90–190 kg (198–419 lb)
Front:
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm², 25 psi)
Rear:
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 41 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
J18M/CxMT1.85Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
J16M/CxMT2.15Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 3 or 4Rear brake:Type:
Drum brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
110.0 mm (4.33 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
105.0 mm (4.13 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
YTX7L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 6.0 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
IncandescenceBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 35 W/35.0 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Identification numbers Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and mod-
el label information in the spaces pro-
vided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the vehi-
cle is stolen.
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
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Key identification number
The key identification number is
stamped into the key tag. Record this
number in the space provided and use
it for reference when ordering a new
key.
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
cycle with the licensing authority in yourarea.
1. Key identification number
1. Vehicle identification number
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Model label
The model label is affixed to the frame
behind panel A. (See page 6-6.)
Record the information on this label in
the space provided. This information
will be needed when ordering spare
parts from a Yamaha dealer.1. Model label
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