lock YAMAHA TW125 2001 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 and instruments ...................................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ........................................................3-1
Main switch ........................................................3-1
Indicator lights ....................................................3-1
Speedometer unit ..............................................3-2
Handlebar switches............................................3-2
Clutch lever ........................................................3-4
Shift pedal ..........................................................3-4
Brake lever .........................................................3-4
Brake pedal ........................................................3-5
Fuel tank cap .....................................................3-5
Fuel ....................................................................3-6
Fuel cock............................................................3-7
Starter (choke) knob Ò1Ó ...................................3-8
Steering lock ......................................................3-8
Seat ...................................................................3-9
Helmet holder.....................................................3-9
Shock absorber ................................................3-10
Carrier ..............................................................3-10
Luggage strap holders .....................................3-10Sidestand .........................................................3-11
Ignition circuit cut-off system............................3-11
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 ......................................5-2
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
OwnerÕs tool kit ..................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart .......6-2
Removing and installing cowling and panels .....6-5
Checking the spark plug ....................................6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ..........................6-9
Cleaning the air filter element and
check hose .....................................................6-12
Adjusting the carburetor ...................................6-14
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Brake pedalThe brake pedal is on the right side
of the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake
pedal.1. Brake pedal
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Fuel tank capTo open the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the key into the lock and
turn it 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
2. Turn the fuel tank cap counter-
clockwise, and then pull it off.1. Fuel tank cap
a. Unlock
b. Open
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the key insert-
ed in the lock, and then turn the
cap clockwise.
2. Turn the key clockwise to the
original position, and then
remove it.NOTE:
The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly installed and
locked.
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properly closed before riding.
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Starter (choke) knob Ò1ÓStarting a cold engine requires a rich-
er air-fuel mixture, which is supplied
by the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction ato turn
on the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction bto turn
off the starter (choke).1. Starter (choke) knob Ò1Ó
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Steering lockTo lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebar all the way to
the right.
2. Open the steering lock cover,
and then insert the key.
3. Turn the key 1/8 turn counter-
clockwise, push it in while turning
the handlebar slightly to the left,
and then turn the key 1/8 turn
clockwise.
4. Check that the steering is locked,
remove the key, and then close
the lock cover.1. Steering lock
2. Cover
To unlock the steering
1. Open the steering lock cover,
and then insert the key.
2. Push the key in, turn it 1/8 turn
counterclockwise so that it
moves out, and then release it.
3. Remove the key, and then close
the lock cover.
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SeatTo remove the seat
Remove the bolts, and then pull the
seat off.1. Bolt (´2)
To install the seat
1. Insert the projection on the front
of the seat into the seat holder
as shown.
2. Place the seat in the original
position, and then tighten the
bolts.NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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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.
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to the helmet holder, since the hel-
met may hit objects, causing loss
of control and possibly an acci-
dent.1. Helmet holder
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93. Check the engine idling speed
and, if necessary, adjust it to
specification by turning the throt-
tle stop screw. To increase the
engine idling speed, turn the
screw in direction a.To
decrease the engine idling speed,
turn the screw in direction b.
NOTE:
If the specified idling speed cannot
be obtained as described above,
have a Yamaha dealer make the
adjustment.1. Throttle stop screw
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Engine idling speed:
1,300Ð1,500 r/min
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Adjusting the throttle cable
free playThe throttle cable free play should
measure 3Ð5 mm at the throttle grip.
Periodically check the throttle cable
free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.NOTE:
The engine idling speed must be cor-
rectly adjusted before checking and
adjusting the throttle cable free play.
1. Adjusting nut
2. Locknut
c. Free play1. Loosen the locknut.
2. To increase the throttle cable
free play, turn the adjusting nut
in direction a. To decrease the
throttle cable free play, turn the
adjusting nut in direction b.
3. Tighten the locknut.
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98Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be Òbroken inÓ for
it to develop its optimal charac-
teristics.3. If the specified clutch lever free
play could be obtained as
described above, tighten the
locknut and skip the rest of the
procedure, otherwise proceed as
follows.
4. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in direction ato
loosen the clutch cable.
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Adjusting the clutch lever
free playThe clutch lever free play should
measure 10Ð15 mm as shown.
Periodically check the clutch lever
free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the clutch
lever.
2. To increase the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in
direction a. To decrease the
clutch lever free play, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction b.1. Locknut
2. Adjusting bolt
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Adjusting the brake lever
free playThe brake lever free play should
measure 2Ð5 mm as shown.
Periodically check the brake lever
free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the brake
lever.
2. To increase the brake lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in
direction a. To decrease the
brake lever free play, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction b.
3. Tighten the locknut.1. Locknut
2. Adjusting bolt
c. Free play
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5. Loosen the locknuts at the
crankcase.
6. To increase the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in
direction a. To decrease the
clutch lever free play, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction b.
7. Tighten the locknuts at the clutch
lever and the crankcase.1. Locknut (´2)
2. Adjusting bolt
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w8After adjusting the brake lever
free play, check the free play
and make sure that the brake
is working properly.
8A soft or spongy feeling in the
brake lever can indicate the
presence of air in the
hydraulic system. If there is air
in the hydraulic system, have
a Yamaha dealer bleed the
system before operating the
motorcycle. Air in the
hydraulic system will diminish
the braking performance,
which may result in loss of
control and an accident.
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Adjusting the brake pedal
position and free play
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dealer make these adjustments.Brake pedal position
The top of the brake pedal should be
positioned approximately 15 mm
below the top of the footrest.
Periodically check the brake pedal
position and, if necessary, adjust it as
follows.1. Locknut
2. Adjusting bolt
c. Brake pedal position
1. Loosen the locknut at the brake
pedal.
2. To raise the brake pedal, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction a. To
lower the brake pedal, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction b.
3. Tighten the locknut.
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height, the brake pedal free play
must be adjusted.
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Brake pedal free play
The brake pedal free play should
measure 20Ð30 mm as shown.
Periodically check the brake pedal
free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.a. Brake pedal free play
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Checking the brake fluid
levelInsufficient brake fluid may allow air
to enter the brake system, possibly
causing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake
fluid is above the minimum level mark
and replenish if necessary. A low
brake fluid level may indicate worn
brake pads and/or brake system
leakage. If the brake level is low, be
sure to check the brake pads for
wear and the brake system for leak-
age.1. Minimum level mark1
Observe these precautions:
8When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the
master cylinder or brake fluid
reservoir is level.
8Use only the recommended qual-
ity brake fluid, otherwise the rub-
ber seals may deteriorate, caus-
ing leakage and poor braking
performance.
8Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking perfor-
mance.
8Be careful that water does not
enter the master cylinder when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.8Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
8As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to
gradually go down. However, if
the brake fluid level goes down
suddenly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
Recommended brake fluid:
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94. Remove the headlight bulb hold-
er by turning it counterclockwise,
and then remove the defective
bulb.
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Therefore, keep flammable prod-
ucts away from a lit headlight bulb,
and do not touch the bulb until it
has cooled down.5. Place a new bulb into position,
and then secure it with the bulb
holder.1. Headlight bulb holder
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pler, and then remove the head-
light bulb cover.1. Coupler
2. Headlight bulb cover
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Replacing the headlight bulbIf the headlight bulb burns out,
replace it as follows.
1. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-5 for cowling removal and
installation procedures.)
2. Remove the headlight unit by
removing the bolts.1. Bolt (´2)
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