clutch YAMAHA TW125 2000 Owners Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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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
Speedometer ....................................................3-2
Handlebar switches..........................................3-2
Clutch lever .......................................................3-4
Shift pedal.........................................................3-4
Front brake lever ..............................................3-4
Rear brake pedal ..............................................3-5
Fuel tank cap.....................................................3-5
Fuel ....................................................................3-6
Fuel cock ...........................................................3-7
Starter (choke) “1” .........................................3-8
Steering lock .....................................................3-8
Seat ...................................................................3-9
Helmet holder ...................................................3-9
Rear shock absorber ......................................3-10
Rear carrier .....................................................3-10
Luggage strap holders ...................................3-10Sidestand ........................................................3-11
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check .....3-12
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 ...................................5-4
Shifting..............................................................5-4
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ...............5-5
Engine break-in ................................................5-5
Parking ..............................................................5-6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR ................................................................6-1
Tool kit ..............................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication............6-3
Cowling and panel removal and
installation ........................................................6-6
Panel A ..............................................................6-6
Panel B ..............................................................6-7
Cowling C..........................................................6-8
Spark plug.........................................................6-8
Engine oil ..........................................................6-9
Air filter ...........................................................6-121
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Carburetor adjustment ..................................6-14
Idle speed adjustment ...................................6-14
Throttle cable free play inspection ...............6-15
Valve clearance adjustment ..........................6-15
Tires.................................................................6-16
Wheels ............................................................6-18
Clutch lever free play adjustment .................6-19
Front brake lever free play adjustment ........6-19
Rear brake pedal height and free play
adjustment ......................................................6-20
Brake light switch adjustment.......................6-21
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes .............................................6-22
Inspecting the brake fluid level .....................6-22
Brake fluid replacement.................................6-23
Drive chain slack check ..................................6-24
Drive chain slack adjustment ........................6-24
Drive chain lubrication...................................6-25
Cable inspection and lubrication ..................6-26
Throttle cable and grip lubrication ...............6-26
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ..................6-27
Brake and clutch lever lubrication ................6-27
Sidestand lubrication .....................................6-27
Rear suspension lubrication..........................6-28
Front fork inspection ......................................6-28
Steering inspection ........................................6-29
Wheel bearings ..............................................6-29Battery .............................................................6-30
Fuse replacement ...........................................6-31
Headlight bulb replacement ..........................6-32
Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement ....................................................6-33
Supporting the motorcycle ...........................6-34
Front wheel removal ......................................6-35
Front wheel installation .................................6-36
Rear wheel removal .......................................6-36
Rear wheel installation ..................................6-37
Troubleshooting .............................................6-38
Troubleshooting chart ...................................6-39
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ..............7-1
Care ...................................................................7-1
Storage..............................................................7-4
SPECIFICATIONS................................................8-1
How to use the conversion table ....................8-5
CONSUMER INFORMATION .............................9-1
Identification numbers record.........................9-1
Key identification number ...............................9-1
Vehicle identification number .........................9-1
Model label .......................................................9-2
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DESCRIPTION
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14. Clutch lever (page 3-4, 6-19)
15. Left handlebar switches (page 3-2)
16. Speedometer (page 3-2)
17. Starter (choke) (page 3-8)
18. Main switch (page 3-1)19. Indicator lights panel (page 3-1)
20. Right handlebar switches (page 3-3)
21. Front brake lever (page 3-4, 6-19)
22. Throttle grip (page 6-15, 6-26)
23. Fuel tank cap (page 3-5)
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Controls/Instruments
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EAU00157Shift pedal
This motorcycle is equipped with a
constant-mesh 5-speed transmis-
sion.
The shift pedal is located on the
left side of the engine and is used
in combination with the clutch
when shifting.
1. Shift pedal
N. Neutral
EAU00152Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located on the
left handlebar, and the ignition cir-
cuit cut-off system is incorporated
in the clutch lever holder. Pull the
clutch lever to the handlebar to dis-
engage the clutch, and release the
lever to engage the clutch. The
lever should be pulled rapidly and
released slowly for smooth clutch
operation. (Refer to the engine
starting procedures for a descrip-
tion of the ignition circuit cut-off
system.)
1. Clutch lever
EAU00158Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on
the right handlebar. Pull it toward
the handlebar to apply the front
brake.
1. Front brake lever
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EAU00331Sidestand/clutch switch
operation check
Check the operation of the side-
stand switch and clutch switch
against the information below.
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If improper operation is noted,
consult a Yamaha dealer immedi-
ately.
SIDESTAND IS DOWN.
ENGINE WILL STALL.
SIDESTAND SWITCH IS OK.
TURN THE MAIN SWITCH TO “ON”
AND THE ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO
“#”.
TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND
SIDESTAND IS UP.
PULL IN CLUTCH LEVER AND
PUSH THE START SWITCH.
ENGINE WILL START.
CLUTCH SWITCH IS OK.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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9 Owners are personally responsible for their vehicle’s condition. Your motorcycle’s vital functions can start to
deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if it remains unused (for instance, if it is exposed to the elements).
Any damage, fluid leak or loss of tire pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important
that, in addition to a thorough visual inspection, you check the following points before each ride.
EAU00340PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Front
brake9Check operation, free play, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
3-4, 6-19 ~ 6-20, 6-22 ~ 6-23
9Fill with DOT 4 (or DOT 3) brake fluid if necessary.
Rear brake9Check operation, condition and free play.
3-5, 6-20 ~ 6-22
9Adjust if necessary.
Clutch9Check operation, condition and free play.
3-4, 6-19
9Adjust if necessary.
Throttle grip and housing9Check for smooth operation.
6-15, 6-26
9Lubricate if necessary.
Engine oil9Check oil level.
6-9 ~ 6-12
9Fill with oil if necessary.
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition.
6-24 ~ 6-25
9Adjust if necessary.
Wheels and tires9Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness.
6-16 ~ 6-18
9Tighten spokes if necessary.
Brake and shift pedal shafts9Check for smooth operation.
6-27
9Lubricate if necessary.
Brake and clutch lever pivots9Check for smooth operation.
6-27
9Lubricate if necessary.
Sidestand pivot9Check for smooth operation.
6-27
9Lubricate if necessary.
Chassis fasteners9Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
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9Tighten if necessary.
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8Before riding this motorcycle,
become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions. Consult a
Yamaha dealer regarding any
control or function that you do
not thoroughly understand.
8Never start your engine or let
it run for any length of time in
a closed area. The exhaust
fumes are poisonous and can
cause loss of consciousness
and death within a short time.
Always operate your motorcy-
cle in an area with adequate
ventilation.
8Before starting out, always be
sure the sidestand is up.
Failure to retract the sidestand
completely can result in a seri-
ous accident when you try to
turn a corner.
EAU03011Starting the engine
NOTE:
This motorcycle is equipped with
an ignition circuit cut-off system.
The engine can be started only
under one of the following condi-
tions:
8The transmission is in neutral.
8The sidestand is up, the trans-
mission is in gear and the
clutch is disengaged.
The motorcycle must not be ridden
when the sidestand is down.
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Before going through the follow-
ing steps, check the function of the
sidestand switch and clutch
switch. (Refer to page 3-12.)
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IF THE TRANSMISSION IS IN NEUTRAL AND
THE SIDESTAND IS DOWN, PUSH START
SWITCH.
THE ENGINE WILL START.
RETRACT THE SIDESTAND AND PUT THE
TRANSMISSION IN GEAR.
THE MOTORCYCLE CAN BE RIDDEN.THE MOTORCYCLE CAN BE RIDDEN.
IF THE TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR AND THE
SIDESTAND IS UP, PULL IN THE CLUTCH
LEVER AND PUSH THE START SWITCH.
TURN THE MAIN SWITCH TO “ON” AND
THE ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO “#”.
THE ENGINE WILL START.
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EAU01258Starting a warm engine
The starter (choke) is not required
when the engine is warm.
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See the “Engine break-in” section
prior to operating the motorcycle
for the first time.
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8Do not coast for long periods
with the engine off, and do
not tow the motorcycle a long
distance. Even with gears in
neutral, the transmission is
only properly lubricated when
the engine is running.
Inadequate lubrication may
damage the transmission.
8Always use the clutch when
changing gears. The engine,
transmission, and driveline are
not designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting and
can be damaged by shifting
without using the clutch.
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EAU00423Shifting
The transmission lets you control
the amount of power you have
available at a given speed for start-
ing, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc. The use of the shift pedal is
shown in the illustration.
To shift into neutral, depress the
shift pedal repeatedly until it reach-
es the end of its travel, then raise
the pedal slightly.
1. Shift pedal
N. Neutral
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EAU00424Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Your motorcycle’s fuel consump-
tion depends to a large extent on
your riding style. The following
tips can help reduce fuel consump-
tion:
8Warm up the engine before
riding.
8Turn off the starter (choke) as
soon as possible.
8Shift up swiftly and avoid high
engine speeds during accelera-
tion.
8Do not double-clutch or rev the
engine while shifting down
and avoid high engine speeds
with no load on the engine.
8Turn off the engine instead of
letting it idle for an extended
length of time, i.e. in traffic
jams, at traffic lights or rail-
road crossings.
EAU01128Engine break-in
There is never a more important
period in the life of your motorcy-
cle than the period between zero
and 1,600 km. For this reason we
ask that you carefully read the fol-
lowing material. Because the
engine is brand new, you must not
put an excessive load on it for the
first 1,600 km. The various parts in
the engine wear and polish them-
selves to the correct operating
clearances. During this period, pro-
longed full throttle operation, or
any condition which might result in
excessive heating of the engine,
must be avoided.
EAU015000 ~ 1,000 km
Avoid operation above 1/3 throttle.
1,000 ~ 1,600 km
Avoid cruising speeds in excess of
1/2 throttle.
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After 1,000 km of operation, be
sure to replace the engine oil and
clean the oil filter element and oil
strainer.
1,600 km and beyond
Proceed with normal riding.
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If any engine trouble should occur
during the break-in period, consult
a Yamaha dealer immediately.
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