suspension YAMAHA TW125 2001 Owners Manual

Adjusting the engine idling speed ....................6-14
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ................6-15
Adjusting the valve clearance ..........................6-16
Tires .................................................................6-16
Spoke wheels ..................................................6-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ..................6-19
Adjusting the brake lever free play...................6-20
Adjusting the brake pedal position and
free play .........................................................6-21
Adjusting the rear brake light switch ................6-22
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes ............................................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
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals .....................................................6-28
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers ...................................................6-29
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ...........6-29
Lubricating the rear suspension .......................6-29
Checking the front fork .....................................6-30
Checking the steering ......................................6-30Checking the wheel bearings ...........................6-31
Battery..............................................................6-31
Replacing the fuse ...........................................6-34
Replacing the headlight bulb ...........................6-35
Replacing a turn signal light bulb .....................6-36
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ....................6-37
Supporting the motorcycle ...............................6-37
Front wheel ......................................................6-38
Rear wheel .......................................................6-39
Troubleshooting ...............................................6-41
Troubleshooting chart ......................................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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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU03166
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.1. Grease nipple (´2)
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Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
EAU03165
Checking and lubricating the
sidestandThe operation of the sidestand
should be checked before each ride,
and the sidestand pivot and metal-to-
metal contact surfaces should be
lubricated if necessary.
EW000113
wIf the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or repair it.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
EAU03164
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch leversThe operation of the brake and clutch
levers should be checked before
each ride, and the lever pivots should
be lubricated if necessary.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Maximum load* 180 kg
Air pressure (cold tire)
up to 80 kg load*
Front
150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm
2, 1.50 bar)
Rear
150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm
2, 1.50 bar)
80 kg loadÐMaximum
load*
Front
150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm
2, 1.50 bar)
Rear
175 kPa (1.75 kg/cm
2, 1.75 bar)
Off-road riding
Front
125 kPa (1.25 kg/cm
2, 1.25 bar)
Rear
125 kPa (1.25 kg/cm
2, 1.25 bar)
*Load is total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories.Wheels
Front
Type Spoke wheel
Size 2.50 ´18
Rear
Type Spoke wheel
Size 14M/C ´MT4.50
Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Fluid DOT 4Rear
Type Drum brake
Operation Right foot operation
Suspension
Front
Type Telescopic fork
Rear
Type Swingarm (Monocross
suspension)
Spring/shock absorber
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil-gas spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 160 mm
Rear 150 mm
Electrical
Ignition system C.D.I.
Charging system
Type C.D.I. magneto
Nominal output 12 V, 170W @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type GM7CZ-3D
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 7 AH
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