fuel YAMAHA XTZ125 2008 Owners Manual

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GASOLINE AND EXHAUST GAS
1. GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE:
a. Always turn off the engine when refueling.
b. Take care not to spill any gasoline on the engine or exhaust system when refueling.
c. Never refuel while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame.
2. Never start the engine or let it run for any length of time in a closed area. The exhaust fumes are poisonous and may cause
loss of consciousness and death within a short time. Always operate your motorcycle in an area that has adequate ventilation.
3. Always turn off the engine before leaving the machine unattended and remove the ignition key. When parking the machine,
note the following:
a. The engine and exhaust system may be hot. Park the machine in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to
touch these hot areas.
b. Do not park the machine on a slope or soft ground; the machine may fall over.
c. Do not park the machine near a flammable source, e. g. a kerosene heater, or near an open flame. The machine could
catch fire.
4. When transporting the machine in another vehicle, be sure it is kept upright and that the fuel cock is turned to “ON” or “RES”
(for vacuum type) / “OFF” (for manual type).
If it should lean over, gasoline may leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank.
5. If you should swallow any gasoline, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or allow gasoline to get in your eyes, see your doctor
immediately. If any gasoline spills on your skin or clothing, immediately wash it off with soap and water and change your
clothes.
GASOLINE AND EXHAUST GAS
1. GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE:
a. Always turn off the engine when refueling.
b. Take care not to spill any gasoline on the engine or exhaust system when refueling.
c. Never refuel while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame.
2. Never start the engine or let it run for any length of time in a closed area. The exhaust fumes are poisonous and may cause
loss of consciousness and death within a short time. Always operate your motorcycle in an area that has adequate ventilation.
3. Always turn off the engine before leaving the machine unattended and remove the ignition key. When parking the machine,
note the following:
a. The engine and exhaust system may be hot. Park the machine in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to
touch these hot areas.
b. Do not park the machine on a slope or soft ground; the machine may fall over.
c. Do not park the machine near a flammable source, e. g. a kerosene heater, or near an open flame. The machine could
catch fire.
4. When transporting the machine in another vehicle, be sure it is kept upright and that the fuel cock is turned to “ON” or “RES”
(for vacuum type) / “OFF” (for manual type).
If it should lean over, gasoline may leak out of the carburetor or fuel tank.
5. If you should swallow any gasoline, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or allow gasoline to get in your eyes, see your doctor
immediately. If any gasoline spills on your skin or clothing, immediately wash it off with soap and water and change your
clothes.

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ÍNDICE
DESCRIPTION XTZ 125K ................................... 1-1
DESCRIPTION XTZ 125E ................................... 1-2
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION ................................ 2-1
Vehicle identification number.................... 2-1
Engine serial number................................ 2-1
CONTROL FUNCTIONS...................................... 3-1
Main switch............................................... 3-1
Indicator lights........................................... 3-2
Speedometer ............................................ 3-3
Handlebar switches over left .................... 3-4
Handlebar switches over right .................. 3-5
Clutch lever............................................... 3-6
Shift pedal................................................. 3-6
Front brake lever ....................................... 3-7
Rear brake pedal...................................... 3-7
Fuel tank cap ............................................ 3-8
Fuel cock .................................................. 3-9
Starter lever.............................................. 3-10
Kick Starter............................................... 3-10
Steering lock............................................. 3-11
Seat ........................................................... 3-12
Side covers............................................... 3-13
Rear shock absorber................................ 3-14
Clutch switch operation check .................. 3-15PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ................................ 4-1
Brakes ....................................................... 4-3
Brake fluid leakage ................................... 4-4
Engine oil .................................................. 4-4
Tires .......................................................... 4-5
Clutch ........................................................ 4-8
Throttle grip............................................... 4-8
Fitting/Fasteners ....................................... 4-8
Switches .................................................... 4-8
Wheels ...................................................... 4-8
Fuel ........................................................... 4-9
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS ................................................................. 5-1
Starting a cold engine ............................... 5-2
Starting a warm engine ............................. 5-5
Warming up the engine ............................. 5-5
Shifting ...................................................... 5-6
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ........... 5-7
Engine Break-in........................................ 5-7
Parking ...................................................... 5-8
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIRS .............................................................. 6-1
ÍNDICE
DESCRIPTION XTZ 125K ................................... 1-1
DESCRIPTION XTZ 125E ................................... 1-2
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION ................................ 2-1
Vehicle identification number.................... 2-1
Engine serial number................................ 2-1
CONTROL FUNCTIONS...................................... 3-1
Main switch............................................... 3-1
Indicator lights........................................... 3-2
Speedometer ............................................ 3-3
Handlebar switches over left .................... 3-4
Handlebar switches over right .................. 3-5
Clutch lever............................................... 3-6
Shift pedal................................................. 3-6
Front brake lever ....................................... 3-7
Rear brake pedal...................................... 3-7
Fuel tank cap ............................................ 3-8
Fuel cock .................................................. 3-9
Starter lever.............................................. 3-10
Kick Starter............................................... 3-10
Steering lock............................................. 3-11
Seat ........................................................... 3-12
Side covers............................................... 3-13
Rear shock absorber................................ 3-14
Clutch switch operation check .................. 3-15PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ................................ 4-1
Brakes ....................................................... 4-3
Brake fluid leakage ................................... 4-4
Engine oil .................................................. 4-4
Tires .......................................................... 4-5
Clutch ........................................................ 4-8
Throttle grip............................................... 4-8
Fitting/Fasteners ....................................... 4-8
Switches .................................................... 4-8
Wheels ...................................................... 4-8
Fuel ........................................................... 4-9
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS ................................................................. 5-1
Starting a cold engine ............................... 5-2
Starting a warm engine ............................. 5-5
Warming up the engine ............................. 5-5
Shifting ...................................................... 5-6
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ........... 5-7
Engine Break-in........................................ 5-7
Parking ...................................................... 5-8
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIRS .............................................................. 6-1

1-1
1-1
DESCRIPTION XTZ 125K
10. Dispstick
11. Rear brake pedal
12. Clutch lever
13. Handlebar switches over right
14. Speedometer
15. Main switch
16. Front brake lever
17. Throttle grip
18. Handlebar switches over left
19. Fuel tank cap
01. Fuel cock
02. Starter lever
03. Battery
04. Fusible
05. Tool kit
06. Shift pedal
07. Shock absorber
08. Air filter
09. Kick starter
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DESCRIPTION XTZ 125K
10. Dispstick
11. Rear brake pedal
12. Clutch lever
13. Handlebar switches over right
14. Speedometer
15. Main switch
16. Front brake lever
17. Throttle grip
18. Handlebar switches over left
19. Fuel tank cap
01. Fuel cock
02. Starter lever
03. Battery
04. Fusible
05. Tool kit
06. Shift pedal
07. Shock absorber
08. Air filter
09. Kick starter
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1-2
1-2
DESCRIPTION XTZ 125E
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1610. Dispstick
11. Rear brake pedal
12. Clutch lever
13. Handlebar switches over right
14. Speedometer
15. Main switch
16. Front brake lever
17. Throttle grip
18. Handlebar switches over left
19. Fuel tank cap
01. Fuel cock
02. Starter lever
03. Battery
04. Fusible
05. Tool kit
06. Shift pedal
07. Shock absorber
08. Air filter
09. Kick starter
DESCRIPTION XTZ 125E
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1610. Dispstick
11. Rear brake pedal
12. Clutch lever
13. Handlebar switches over right
14. Speedometer
15. Main switch
16. Front brake lever
17. Throttle grip
18. Handlebar switches over left
19. Fuel tank cap
01. Fuel cock
02. Starter lever
03. Battery
04. Fusible
05. Tool kit
06. Shift pedal
07. Shock absorber
08. Air filter
09. Kick starter

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3-3
Speedometer
The speedometer shows riding speed.
This speedometer is equipped with an odometer and a trip
meter.
The trip meter can be returned to zero by using the adjusting
knob.
Use the trip meter to estimate how for you can ride on a
tank of fuel.
This information will enable you to plan fuel stops in the
future.


  
 
     

Speedometer
The speedometer shows riding speed.
This speedometer is equipped with an odometer and a trip
meter.
The trip meter can be returned to zero by using the adjusting
knob.
Use the trip meter to estimate how for you can ride on a
tank of fuel.
This information will enable you to plan fuel stops in the
future.


  
 
     


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3-8
Fuel tank cap
Be sure the cap is properly installed and locked in
place before riding the motorcycle.
TO OPEN:
Insert the key and turn it 1/2 turn counterclockwise.
The lock will be released and the cap can be opened.
TO CLOSE:
Push the tank cap into position with the key inserted. To
remove the key, turn it clockwise to the original position.
WARNING:
Fuel tank cap
Be sure the cap is properly installed and locked in
place before riding the motorcycle.
TO OPEN:
Insert the key and turn it 1/2 turn counterclockwise.
The lock will be released and the cap can be opened.
TO CLOSE:
Push the tank cap into position with the key inserted. To
remove the key, turn it clockwise to the original position.
WARNING:

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3-9
Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetor
while filtering it also.
The fuel cock has three positions:
OFF:
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel will not flow. Always
set the fuel cock to this position when the engine is not
running.
ON:
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel flows to the
carburetor. Set the fuel cock to this position when starting
the engine and while riding.
RES:
This indicates reserve. If you run out of fuel while riding,
set the fuel cock to this position.
Fill the tank at the first opportunity. Be sure to set fuel cock
back to “ON” after refueling!
Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetor
while filtering it also.
The fuel cock has three positions:
OFF:
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel will not flow. Always
set the fuel cock to this position when the engine is not
running.
ON:
With the fuel cock in this position, fuel flows to the
carburetor. Set the fuel cock to this position when starting
the engine and while riding.
RES:
This indicates reserve. If you run out of fuel while riding,
set the fuel cock to this position.
Fill the tank at the first opportunity. Be sure to set fuel cock
back to “ON” after refueling!

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3-10
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Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel mixture. A
separate starter circuit supplies the mixture.
Pull the starter knob up to open the circuit for starting.
When the engine has warmed up, push the knob down to
close the circuit.Starter lever
1. Starter lever
1. Kick starter
Rotate the kick starter away from the engine. Push the
starter down lighty with your foot until the gears engage,
then kick smoothly and forcefully to start the engine.
Shift to neutral before starting.
Kick starter
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Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel mixture. A
separate starter circuit supplies the mixture.
Pull the starter knob up to open the circuit for starting.
When the engine has warmed up, push the knob down to
close the circuit.Starter lever
1. Starter lever
1. Kick starter
Rotate the kick starter away from the engine. Push the
starter down lighty with your foot until the gears engage,
then kick smoothly and forcefully to start the engine.
Shift to neutral before starting.
Kick starter

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3-12
To remove the seat, remove the bolts.
To reinstall the seat, insert the lobes in to the receptacle on
the frame and fuel tank, then tighten the bolts.
Reinstall the side covers.
NOTE:
Make sure the seat is securely fitted. Seat

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To remove the seat, remove the bolts.
To reinstall the seat, insert the lobes in to the receptacle on
the frame and fuel tank, then tighten the bolts.
Reinstall the side covers.
NOTE:
Make sure the seat is securely fitted. Seat

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4-2 NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be thoroughly accomplished
in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved. If any maintenance service or
adjustment is needed, consult the chart above to refer to the pages in which the service or adjustment is described.
1. The engine, exhaust pipe, and muffler will be very hot after the engine has been run.
Be careful not to touch them or to allow any clothing item to contact them during inspection or repair.
2. If any item is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the motorcycle.
ITEMROUTINE
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Sidestand
Fittings / FastenersCheck all chassi fittings and fasteners.
Tighten / Adjust, if necessary
Check fuel level / top up as required.
Fuel tank
Lights, signals and switches
BatteryCheck electrolyte level.
Replenish with “distilled water” if necessary.6-27
4-8 , 6-5
4-8 , 6-35 ~ 6-36
6-32 ~ 6-346-28
4-9
Check for proper operation
Front brake and clutch
lever pivotsCheck for smooth operation.
Lubricate if necessary
Check for smooth operation.
Lubricate if necessary
6-27 Check for smooth operation.
Lubricate if necessary Rear brake and shift pedal
shafts
WARNING:
NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be thoroughly accomplished
in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved. If any maintenance service or
adjustment is needed, consult the chart above to refer to the pages in which the service or adjustment is described.
1. The engine, exhaust pipe, and muffler will be very hot after the engine has been run.
Be careful not to touch them or to allow any clothing item to contact them during inspection or repair.
2. If any item is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the motorcycle.
ITEMROUTINE
PAGE
Sidestand
Fittings / FastenersCheck all chassi fittings and fasteners.
Tighten / Adjust, if necessary
Check fuel level / top up as required.
Fuel tank
Lights, signals and switches
BatteryCheck electrolyte level.
Replenish with “distilled water” if necessary.6-27
4-8 , 6-5
4-8 , 6-35 ~ 6-36
6-32 ~ 6-346-28
4-9
Check for proper operation
Front brake and clutch
lever pivotsCheck for smooth operation.
Lubricate if necessary
Check for smooth operation.
Lubricate if necessary
6-27 Check for smooth operation.
Lubricate if necessary Rear brake and shift pedal
shafts
WARNING: