maintenance YAMAHA TDR 125 2002 Owners Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY ............... 1-1
DESCRIPTION .................................................. 2-1
Left view ......................................................... 2-1
Right view ...................................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............................... 2-3INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
..... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock ............................... 3-1
Indicator and warning lights ........................... 3-2
Speedometer unit ........................................... 3-3
Tachometer .................................................... 3-3
Coolant temperature gauge ........................... 3-4
Handlebar switches ........................................ 3-4
Clutch lever .................................................... 3-6
Shift pedal ...................................................... 3-6
Brake lever ..................................................... 3-7
Brake pedal .................................................... 3-7
Fuel tank cap ................................................. 3-7
Fuel (except for Switzerland and Austria) ...... 3-8
Fuel (for Switzerland and Austria)................... 3-8
Catalytic converter
(for Switzerland and Austria) ........................ 3-9
2-stroke engine oil ........................................ 3-10
Fuel cock ...................................................... 3-11
Starter (choke) lever .................................... 3-12
Seat .............................................................. 3-12Helmet holder ............................................... 3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ........3-13
YEIS handling precautions ........................... 3-14
YPVS ........................................................... 3-15
Sidestand ..................................................... 3-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........................ 3-16
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............................ 4-1
Pre-operation check list ................................. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS ............................................................. 5-1
Starting a cold engine .................................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine .................................. 5-2
Shifting ........................................................... 5-3
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only) ................................... 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ............... 5-4
Engine break-in .............................................. 5-4
Parking ........................................................... 5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR ............................................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit .............................................. 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ... 6-2
Removing and installing the cowlings and
panel ............................................................ 6-5
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QGIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
1 Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and free-
dom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle
does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving value and operating condition of your
motorcycle. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance
depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of
course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders—more than car drivers—must always be at their mental
and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take
dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and passen-
gers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant synthetic
materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet. Optimum pro-
tective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Although full-coverage helmets and suits,
in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will always be vulnerable.
Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to take chances. This is
even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely, predictably and defensive-
ly—avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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w8Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow
when the fuel warms up and
expands.
8Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
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cCImmediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts.
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Your Yamaha engine has been
designed to use regular unleaded
gasoline with a research octane num-
ber of 91 or higher. If knocking (or
pinging) occurs, use a gasoline of a
different brand or premium unleaded
fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
spark plug life and reduce mainte-
nance costs.
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Catalytic converter(for Switzerland and Austria)
This motorcycle is equipped with a
catalytic converter in the exhaust
chamber.
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wThe exhaust system is hot after
operation. Make sure that the
exhaust system has cooled down
before doing any maintenance
work.
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
11.0 L
Reserve amount:
2.2 L
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Safety is an obligation of the owner.
Periodic inspection, adjustment and
lubrication will keep your vehicle in
the safest and most efficient condi-
tion possible. The most important
points of inspection, adjustment, and
lubrication are explained on the fol-
lowing pages.
The intervals given in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart
should be simply considered as a
general guide under normal riding
conditions. However, DEPENDING
ON THE WEATHER, TERRAIN,
GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION, AND
INDIVIDUAL USE, THE MAINTE-
NANCE INTERVALS MAY NEED TO
BE SHORTENED.
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wIf you are not familiar with motor-
cycle maintenance work, have a
Yamaha dealer do it for you.
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Owner’s tool kitThe owner’s tool kit is located under
the seat. (See page 3-12 for seat
removal and installation procedures.)
The service information included in
this manual and the tools provided in
the owner’s tool kit are intended to
assist you in the performance of pre-
ventive maintenance and minor
repairs. However, additional tools
such as a torque wrench may be nec-
essary to perform certain mainte-
nance work correctly.
NOTE:
If you do not have the tools or experi-
ence required for a particular job,
have a Yamaha dealer perform it for
you.
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wModifications not approved by
Yamaha may cause loss of perfor-
mance and render the vehicle
unsafe for use. Consult a Yamaha
dealer before attempting any
changes.
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1. Owner’s tool kit
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
NOTE:
8
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed instead.
8From 30,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6,000 km.
8Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and
technical skills.NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 6 12 18 24
1
*Fuel line•Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
2 Spark plug•Replace.√√√√ √
3 Air filter element•Clean.√√
•Replace.√√
4 Clutch•Check operation.
•Adjust.√√√√√
5*Front brake•Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)√√√√√ √
•Replace brake pads.Whenever worn to the limit
6*Rear brake•Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)√√√√√ √
•Replace brake pads.Whenever worn to the limit
7*Brake hoses•Check for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
•Replace. (See NOTE on page 6-4.)Every 4 years
8*Wheels•Check runout and for damage.√√√√
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*Tires•Check tread depth and for damage.
•Replace if necessary.
•Check air pressure.
•Correct if necessary.√√√√ √
10*Wheel bearings•Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
11*Swingarm•Check operation and for excessive play.√√√√
•Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 24,000 km
12 Drive chain•Check chain slack.
•Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.
•Clean and lubricate.Every 1,000 km and after washing
the motorcycle or riding in the rain.
13*Steering bearings•Check bearing play and steering for roughness.√√√√√
•Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 24,000 km
14*Chassis fasteners•Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.√√√√ √
15 Sidestand•Check operation.
•Lubricate.√√√√ √
16*Sidestand switch•Check operation.√√√√√ √
17*Front fork•Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
18*Shock absorber
assembly•Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.√√√√
19*Carburetor•Check starter (choke) operation.
•Adjust engine idling speed.√√√√√ √
20*Autolube pump•Check operation.
•Bleed if necessary.√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 6 12 18 24
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NOTE:
8The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
8Hydraulic brake service
9Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
9Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the
brake fluid.
9Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.21 Transmission oil•Check oil level.√√√√√ √
•Change.√√
22
*Cooling system•Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.√√√√ √
•Change.Every 3 years
23*Front and rear brake
switches•Check operation.√√√√√ √
24 Moving parts and cables•Lubricate.√√√√ √
25*Lights, signals and
switches•Check operation.
•Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√ √ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 6 12 18 24
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Removing and installing the
cowlings and panelThe cowlings and panel shown above
need to be removed to perform some
of the maintenance jobs described in
this chapter. Refer to this section
each time a cowling or the panel
needs to be removed and installed.
1
1
1
1. Cowling A 1. Cowling B 1. Panel A
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Cowlings A and B
To remove one of the cowlings:1. Remove the seat. (See page
3-12 for seat removal and instal-
lation procedures.)
2. Remove the radiator cover by
removing the screws.3. Remove the screws, and then
pull the cowling off as shown.
To install the cowling
1. Place the cowling in the original
position, and then install the
screws.
2. Install the radiator cover by
installing the screws.
3. Install the seat.
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Panel A
To remove the panel1. Remove the seat. (See page
3-12 for seat removal and instal-
lation procedures.)
2. Remove the screws, and then
pull the panel off as shown.
To install the panel1. Place the panel in the original
position, and then install the
screws.
2. Install the seat.
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1
1
2
1. Radiator cover
2. Screw (×2)1. Screw (×5) 1. Panel A
2. Screw (×2)
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Checking the spark plugThe spark plug is an important
engine component, which is easy to
check. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
the spark plug should be removed
and checked in accordance with the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. In addition, the condition of the
spark plug can reveal the condition of
the engine.
To remove the spark plug
1. Remove the spark plug cap.2. Remove the spark plug as
shown, with the spark plug
wrench included in the owner’s
tool kit.To check the spark plug
1. Check that the porcelain insula-
tor around the center electrode
of the spark plug is a medium-to-
light tan (the ideal color when the
motorcycle is ridden normally).
NOTE:
If the spark plug shows a distinctly
different color, the engine could be
defective. Do not attempt to diagnose
such problems yourself. Instead,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
motorcycle.2. Check the spark plug for elec-
trode erosion and excessive car-
bon or other deposits, and
replace it if necessary.
1
1
1. Spark plug cap 1. Spark plug wrench
Specified spark plug:
BR9ES (NGK)
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