key YAMAHA YBR125 2008 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Removing and installing pan-
els The panels shown need to be removed
to perform some of the maintenance
jobs described in this chapter. Refer to
this section each time a panel needs to
be removed and installed.
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Panel A
To remove the panel1. Slide the panel lock cover open, in-
sert the key into the lock, and then
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise.2. Pull the front of the panel out with
the key inserted in the lock, and
then slide the panel forward to re-
lease it in the rear.
To install the panel
1. Secure the rear of the panel, and
then push the front of the panel in
with the key inserted in the lock.
1. Panel A
1
1. Panel B
1. Panel lock cover
2. Unlock.
1
1
2
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6 2. While pushing the panel inward,
turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it, and
then close the panel lock cover.
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Panel B
To remove the panel1. Remove the screw.
2. Pull the front of the panel out, and
then slide the panel forward to re-
lease it in the rear.To install the panel
1. Secure the rear of the panel, and
then push the front of the panel in.
2. Install the screw.
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Checking the spark plug The 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 mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plug can re-
veal 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 includ-
ed in the owner’s tool kit.
1. Screw
1
1. Spark plug cap
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CAUTION:
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Always keep the battery
charged. Storing a discharged
battery can cause permanent
battery damage.


To charge a sealed-type (MF)
battery, a special (constant-volt-
age) battery charger is required.
Using a conventional battery
charger will damage the battery.
If you do not have access to a
sealed-type (MF) battery charg-
er, have a Yamaha dealercharge your battery.
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Replacing the fuse The fuse is located behind panel A.
(See page 6-6.)
To access the fuse, remove the starter
relay coupler.The spare fuse is located on the rear of
the starter relay holder.
To access the spare fuse, remove the
starter relay (together with its holder) by
pulling it out, then turn the starter relay
over.
If the fuse is blown, replace it as fol-
lows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
all electrical circuits.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.1. Starter relay coupler
1. Fuse
2. Starter relay
11
2
1. Starter relay
2. Starter relay holder
3. Spare fuseSpecified fuse:
15.0 A
2
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CAUTION:
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Do not use a fuse of a higher amper-
age rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive damage to
the electrical system and possibly afire.
3. Turn the key to “ON” and turn on
the electrical circuits to check if the
devices operate.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
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Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit by re-
moving the screws.
2. Remove the headlight bulb socket
cover.3. Remove the headlight bulb socket
(together with the bulb) by turning
it counterclockwise.
4. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.1. Screw
1. Headlight bulb socket cover
1. Headlight bulb socket
1
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Identification numbers Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and mod-
el label information in the spaces pro-
vided below for assistance when
ordering spare parts from a Yamaha
dealer or for reference in case the vehi-
cle is stolen.
KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
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Key identification number
The key identification number is
stamped into the key tag. Record this
number in the space provided and use
it for reference when ordering a new
key.
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
cycle with the licensing authority in yourarea.
1. Key identification number
1. Vehicle identification number
1
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INDEX
AAir filter element, cleaning .................... 6-10
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-31BBattery .................................................. 6-27
Brake and clutch levers,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-23
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-20
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-19
Brake lever ............................................. 3-5
Brake pads and shoes, checking.......... 6-19
Brake pedal ............................................ 3-6
Brake pedal, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ........... 6-17CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-23
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Carrier..................................................... 3-9
Catalytic converters ................................ 3-8
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-24
Clutch lever............................................. 3-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-16DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-4
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-22
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-21EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 6-12
Engine oil ................................................ 6-9
Engine trouble warning light ................... 3-2
FFront brake lever free play, checking .... 6-17
Front fork, checking...............................6-25
Fuel ......................................................... 3-7
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ........ 5-3
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-3
Fuel tank cap........................................... 3-6
Fuse, replacing...................................... 6-28HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing....................... 6-29
High beam indicator light......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-10
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1
Kickstarter ............................................... 3-8MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-1
Matte color, caution .................................7-1
Model label .............................................. 9-2NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-2PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-6
Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.....................................6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ......... 6-18SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Self-diagnosis device .............................. 3-3
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-5
Shift pedal, checking............................. 6-18
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting ... 3-8
Sidestand ................................................ 3-9
Spark plug, checking .............................. 6-7
Specifications.......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit ................................... 3-2
Starting the engine.................................. 5-1
Start switch ............................................. 3-4
Steering, checking ................................ 6-26
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-25TTachometer............................................. 3-3
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-30
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-12
Throttle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 6-23
Tires ...................................................... 6-13
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-36
Troubleshooting chart ........................... 6-37
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-31
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-4VValve clearance .................................... 6-13
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1
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