ABS YAMAHA DT125R 2000 Owners Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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9 GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY..................1-1
DESCRIPTION....................................................2-1
Left view............................................................2-1
Right view.........................................................2-2
Controls/Instruments.........................................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS....3-1
Main switch.......................................................3-1
Indicator lights...................................................3-1
Oil level indicator circuit check..........................3-2
Speedometer....................................................3-3
Tachometer.......................................................3-3
Engine temperature gauge...............................3-4
Handlebar switches..........................................3-4
Clutch lever.......................................................3-5
Shift pedal.........................................................3-5
Front brake lever...............................................3-6
Rear brake pedal..............................................3-6
Fuel tank cap....................................................3-6
Fuel (except for Switzerland and Austria).........3-7
Fuel (for Switzerland and Austria)....................3-7
Catalyzer (for Switzerland and Austria)............3-8
Two-stroke engine oil........................................3-9
Fuel cock..........................................................3-9
Starter (choke) Ò
1Ó.........................................3-10Kick starter......................................................3-11
Steering lock...................................................3-11
Seat................................................................3-12
Helmet holder.................................................3-12
Rear shock absorber adjustment....................3-13
Rear carrier.....................................................3-14
Note on handling of the Yamaha Energy
Induction System (Y.E.I.S.).............................3-14
Y.P.V.S.
(Yamaha Power Valve System)......................3-15
Sidestand........................................................3-15
Sidestand switch operation check..................3-16
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............................4-1
Pre-operation check list....................................4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................................5-1
Starting the engine............................................5-1
Starting a warm engine.....................................5-3
Shifting..............................................................5-4
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)........................................5-4
Tips for reducing fuel consumption...................5-5
Engine break-in.................................................5-5
Parking..............................................................5-6
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DESCRIPTION
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Right view11.Tool kit (page 6-1)
12.Fuse (page 6-33)
13.Engine oil tank (page 3-9)
14.Rear brake pedal (page 3-6, 6-22)
15.Rear shock absorber spring
preload adjusting nut (page 3-13)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Rear shock absorber
adjustmentThis shock absorber is equipped with
a spring preload adjuster. Adjust
spring preload as follows.
1.Loosen the locknut.
2.Turn the adjusting nut in direc-
tion ato increase spring preload
and in direction bto decrease
spring preload. The spring pre-
load is determined by the spring
set length.
Shortening the spring set length
increases spring preload, length-
ening the spring set length
decreases spring preload.1.Locknut
2.Adjusting nut
“A”
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beyond the maximum or minimum
setting.
Spring preload:
Minimum (soft):
Distance ÒAÓ = 235 mm
Standard:
Distance ÒAÓ = 230 mm
Maximum (hard):
Distance ÒAÓ = 220 mm
3.Tighten the locknut to the speci-
fied torque.
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the spring adjusting nut and tight-
en the locknut to the specified
torque.
Tightening torque:
Locknut:
55 Nm (5.5 m0kg)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1.Air chamber
2.Hose
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Note on handling of the
Yamaha Energy Induction
System (Y.E.I.S.)Handle the air chamber and hose
with special care. Improper installa-
tion or damaged parts will result in
poor performance. Replace any
cracked or damaged parts immedi-
ately. No modification of this system
in any form can be made.
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Yamaha Energy Induction System.
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wThis shock absorber contains
highly pressurized nitrogen gas.
Read and understand the following
information before handling the
shock absorber. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for
property damage or personal
injury that may result from improp-
er handling.
8 8
Do not tamper with or attempt
to open the cylinder assembly.
8 8
Do not subject the shock
absorber to an open flame or
other high heat source. This
may cause the unit to explode
due to excessive gas pres-
sure.
8 8
Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.
8 8
Take your shock absorber to a
Yamaha dealer for any service.
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Rear carrier
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2 kg.1.Rear carrier
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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*Wheels¥Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
¥Tighten spokes if necessary.ÖÖÖÖ
10*Tires¥Check tread depth and for damage.
¥Replace if necessary.
¥Check air pressure.
¥Correct if necessary.ÖÖÖÖ
11*Wheel bearings¥Check bearing for looseness or damage.ÖÖÖÖ
12*Swingarm¥Check operation and for excessive play.ÖÖÖÖ
13Drive chain¥Check chain slack.
¥Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.
¥Clean and lubricate.Every 500 km and after washing
the motorcycle or riding in the rain.
14*Steering bearings¥Check bearing play and steering for roughness.ÖÖÖÖÖ
¥Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Every 24,000 km
15*Chassis fasteners¥Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.ÖÖÖÖÖ
16Sidestand¥Check operation.
¥Lubricate.ÖÖÖÖÖ
17*Sidestand switch¥Check operation.ÖÖÖÖÖÖ
18*Front fork¥Check operation and for oil leakage.ÖÖÖÖ
19*Shock absorber
assembly¥Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.ÖÖÖÖ
20*Rear suspension relay
arm and connecting arm
pivoting points¥Check operation.ÖÖÖÖ NO.ITEMCHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (´ 1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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WheelsTo ensure maximum performance,
long service, and safe operation, note
the following:
8Always inspect the wheels
before a ride. Check for cracks,
bends or warpage of the wheel.
Be sure the spokes are tight and
undamaged. If any abnormal
condition exists in a wheel, con-
sult a Yamaha dealer. Do not
attempt even small repairs to the
wheel. If a wheel is deformed or
cracked, it must be replaced.
8Tires and wheels should be bal-
anced whenever either one is
changed or replaced. Failure to
have a wheel balanced can
result in poor performance,
adverse handling characteristics,
and shortened tire life.
8Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be broken in for it
to develop its optimal character-
istics.
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Operating the motorcycle with
excessively worn tires
decrease riding stability and
can lead to loss of control.
Have excessively worn tires
replaced by a Yamaha dealer
immediately. Brakes, tires, and
related wheel parts replace-
ment should be left to a
Yamaha Service Technician.
8 8
Patching a punctured tube is
not recommended. If it is
absolutely necessary to do so,
use great care and replace the
tube as soon as possible with
a good quality replacement.
NOTE:
These limits may be different by regu-
lation from country to country. If so,
conform to the limits specified by the
regulations of your own country.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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9After cleaning
1.Dry the motorcycle with a
chamois or an absorbing cloth.
2.Immediately dry the drive chain
and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3.Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally
induced discoloring of stainless-
steel exhaust systems can be
removed through polishing.)
4.To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all (even
chrome- and nickel-plated) metal
surfaces.
5.Use spray oil as a universal
cleaner to remove any remaining
dirt.
6.Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
7.Wax all painted surfaces.
8.Let the motorcycle dry complete-
ly before storing it or covering it.
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wMake sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes and tires. If nec-
essary, clean the brake discs and
linings with a regular brake disc
cleaner or acetone, and wash the
tires with warm water and mild
soap. Then, carefully test the
motorcycle for its braking perfor-
mance and cornering behavior.
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Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and wipe off any excess.
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Never apply oil or wax on rub-
ber and plastic parts, but treat
them with a suitable care prod-
uct.
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Avoid using abrasive polish-
ing compounds as they wear
away the paint.
NOTE:
Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice
on what products to use.
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SPECIFICATIONS
90 kg load ~ maximum
load*
Front150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm
2, 1.50 bar)
Rear175 kPa (1.75 kg/cm2, 1.75 bar)
Off-road riding
Front125 kPa (1.25 kg/cm2, 1.25 bar)
Rear150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm2, 1.50 bar)
* Load is total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories.
Wheels
Front
TypeSpoke wheel
Size1.60 ´21
Rear
TypeSpoke wheel
Size1.85 ´18
Brakes
Front
TypeSingle disc brake
OperationRight hand operation
FluidDOT 3 or DOT 4Rear
TypeSingle disc brake
OperationRight foot operation
FluidDOT 3 or DOT 4
Suspension
FrontTelescopic fork
RearSwingarm (link suspension)
Shock absorber
FrontCoil spring/oil damper
RearCoil-gas spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
Front270 mm
Rear260 mm
Electrical
Ignition systemC.D.I.
Charging system
TypeC.D.I. magneto
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