suspension YAMAHA TDR 125 2001 Owners Manual

Transmission oil................................................6-8
Coolant...........................................................6-10
Cleaning the air filter element.........................6-13
Adjusting the carburetor.................................6-15
Adjusting the engine idling speed...................6-16
Adjusting the throttle cable free play..............6-17
Tires................................................................6-17
Wheels............................................................6-20
Adjusting the clutch lever free play.................6-20
Adjusting the brake lever free play.................6-21
Adjusting the brake pedal position..................6-22
Adjusting the rear brake light switch...............6-22
Checking the front and rear brake pads.........6-23
Checking the brake fluid level.........................6-24
Changing the brake fluid.................................6-25
Drive chain slack............................................6-25
Lubricating the drive chain..............................6-26
Checking and lubricating the cables...............6-27
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip
and cable......................................................6-28
Adjusting the Autolube pump..........................6-28
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift
pedals...........................................................6-29
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers..................................................6-29
Checking and lubricating the sidestand..........6-29Lubricating the rear suspension.....................6-30
Checking the front fork...................................6-30
Checking the steering.....................................6-31
Checking the wheel bearings.........................6-32
Battery............................................................6-32
Replacing the fuse..........................................6-33
Replacing a headlight bulb.............................6-34
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb...................6-35
Replacing a turn signal light bulb....................6-36
Supporting the motorcycle..............................6-37
Front wheel.....................................................6-37
Rear wheel.....................................................6-39
Troubleshooting..............................................6-41
Troubleshooting charts...................................6-42
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE.............7-1
Care..................................................................7-1
Storage.............................................................7-4
SPECIFICATIONS...............................................8-1
Conversion table...............................................8-5
CONSUMER INFORMATION.............................9-1
Identification numbers......................................9-1
Key identification number.................................9-1
Vehicle identification number............................9-1
Model label.......................................................9-2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU00260
Helmet holderTo open the helmet holder, insert the
key into the lock, and then turn the
key as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, place it in
the original position, and then remove
the key.
EW000030
wNever ride with a helmet attached
to the helmet holder, since the hel-
met may hit objects, causing loss
of control and possibly an acci-
dent.
EAU00295
Adjusting the shock
absorber assemblyThis shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload
adjusting ring.
EC000015
cCNever attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum
or minimum settings.
a
a.Open.
a
b1
1.Spring preload adjusting ringAdjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring in direction a. To
decrease the spring preload and
thereby soften the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring in direction b.NOTE:
Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position indica-
tor on the shock absorber.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EWA00012
wBecause loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking,
performance and safety character-
istics of your motorcycle, you
should keep the following precau-
tions in mind.
8NEVER OVERLOAD THE
MOTORCYCLE! Operation of
an overloaded motorcycle may
result in tire damage, loss of
control, or severe injury. Make
sure that the total weight of
rider, passenger, cargo, and
accessories does not exceed
the specified maximum load
for the vehicle.
8Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
8Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
motorcycle and distribute the
weight evenly on both sides.
8Adjust the suspension and tire
air pressure with regard to the
load.
8Check the tire condition and
air pressure before each ride.
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Load*FrontRear
Up to 90 kg175 kPa
(1.75 kg/cm
2
1.75 bar)200 kPa
(2.00 kg/cm
2
2.00 bar)
90 kgÐmaximum175 kPa
(1.75 kg/cm
2
1.75 bar)225 kPa
(2.25 kg/cm
2
2.25 bar)
Maximum load*180 kg
179 kg (CH, A)
*Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before
each ride. If the center tread depth
reaches the specified limit, if the tire
has a nail or glass fragments in it, or
if the sidewall is cracked, have a
Yamaha dealer replace the tire imme-
diately.NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always com-
ply with the local regulations.
1a
1.Side wall
a.Tread depthMinimum tire tread depth
(front and rear)1.6 mm
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9 Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
EAU00790
Lubricating the rear
suspensionThe pivoting points of the rear sus-
pension must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU02939
Checking the front forkThe condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the condition
EW000115
wSecurely support the motorcycle
so that there is no danger of it
falling over.Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage. Recommended lubricant:
Molybdenum disulfide grease
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Wheels
Front
TypeCast
Size18 ´MT2.15
Rear
TypeCast
Size17 ´MT2.50
Brakes
Front
TypeSingle disc brake
OperationRight hand
FluidDOT 4
Rear
TypeSingle disc brake
OperationRight foot
FluidDOT 4
Suspension
Front
TypeTelescopic fork
Rear
TypeSwingarm (Monocross)Spring/shock absorber
Front
TypeCoil spring / oil damper
Rear
TypeCoil-gas spring / oil damper
Wheel travel
Front180 mm
Rear180 mm
Electrical
Ignition systemC.D.I.
Charging system
TypeC.D.I. magneto
Standard output14 V, 12A @5,000 r/min
Battery
TypeYTX5L-BS
Voltage, capacity12 V, 4 AH
Headlight typeQuartz bulb (halogen)
Bulb voltage, wattage ´quantity
Headlight12 V, 60/55W ´2
12 V, 35/35W ´2 (GB, IRL)
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