air filter YAMAHA YZ125LC 2010 Owners Manual

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DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
• The machine you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the following.
• Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
1. Clutch lever
2. Engine stop switch
3. Front brake lever
4. Throttle grip
5. Radiator cap
6. Fuel tank cap
7. Kickstarter crank
8. Fuel tank
9. Radiator
10. Coolant drain bolt
11. Check bolt (Transmission oil level)
12. Rear brake pedal
13. Valve joint14. Fuel cock
15. Air filter
16. Drive chain
17. Shift pedal
18. Starter knob
19. Front fork

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CONTROL FUNCTIONS
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
ENGINE STOP SWITCH
The engine stop switch "1" is located
on the left handlebar. Continue push-
ing the engine stop switch till the en-
gine comes to a stop.
CLUTCH LEVER
The clutch lever "1" is located on the
left handlebar; it disengages or en-
gages the clutch. Pull the clutch lever
to the handlebar to disengage the
clutch, and release the lever to en-
gage the clutch. The lever should be
pulled rapidly and released slowly for
smooth starts.
SHIFT PEDAL
The gear ratios of the constant-mesh
6 speed transmission are ideally
spaced. The gears can be shifted by
using the shift pedal "1" on the left
side of the engine.KICKSTARTER CRANK
Rotate the kickstarter crank "1" away
from the engine. Push the starter
down lightly with your foot until the
gears engage, then kick smoothly
and forcefully to start the engine. This
model has a primary kickstarter crank
so the engine can be started in any
gear if the clutch is disengaged. In
normal practices, however, shift to
neutral before starting.
THROTTLE GRIP
The throttle grip "1" is located on the
right handlebar; it accelerates or de-
celerates the engine. For accelera-
tion, turn the grip toward you; for
deceleration, turn it away from you.
FRONT BRAKE LEVER
The front brake lever "1" is located on
the right handlebar. Pull it toward the
handlebar to activate the front brake.
REAR BRAKE PEDAL
The rear brake pedal "1" is located on
the right side of the machine. Press
down on the brake pedal to activate
the rear brake.FUEL COCK
The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to carburetor and also filters the
fuel. The fuel cock has the two posi-
tions:
OFF:
With the lever in this position, fuel will
not flow. Always return the lever to
this position when the engine is not
running.
ON:
With the lever in this position, fuel
flows to the carburetor. Normal riding
is done with the lever in this position.
STARTER KNOB (CHOKE)
When cold, the engine requires a
richer air-fuel mixture for starting. A
separate starter circuit, which is con-
trolled by the starter knob "1", sup-
plies this mixture. Pull the starter
knob out to open the circuit for start-
ing. When the engine has warmed
up, push it in to close the circuit.

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STARTING AND BREAK-IN
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
FUEL
Mix oil with the gas at the ratio speci-
fied below. Always use fresh, name-
brand gasoline, and mix the oil and gas
the day of the race. Do not use premix
that is more than a few hours old.
If knocking or pinging occurs, use a
different brand of gasoline or higher
octane grade.
Never mix two types of oil in the
same batch; clotting of the oil
could result. If you wish to change
oil types, be sure to drain the fuel
tank and the carburetor float bowl
of old premix prior to filling with
the new type.
HANDLING NOTE
Before starting the machine, per-
form the checks in the pre-opera-
tion check list.
Never start or run the engine in a
closed area. The exhaust fumes are
poisonous; they can cause loss of
consciousness and death in a very
short time. Always operate the ma-
chine in a well-ventilated area.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
According to "CLEANING THE AIR
FILTER ELEMENT" section in the
CHAPTER 3, apply the foam-air-filter
oil or its equivalent to the element.
(Excess oil in the element may ad-
versely affect engine starting.)
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
1. Shift the transmission into neutral.
2. Turn the fuel cock to "ON" and full
open the starter knob (CHOKE).
3. With the throttle completely
closed start the engine by kicking
the kick starter forcefully with firm
stroke.
4. Run the engine at idle or slightly
higher until it warms up: this usu-
ally takes about one or two min-
utes.
5. The engine is warmed up when it
responds normally to the throttle
with the starter knob (CHOKE)
turned off.
Do not warm up the engine for ex-
tended periods of time.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
Do not operate the starter knob
(CHOKE). Open the throttle slightly
and start the engine by kicking the
kick starter forcefully with firm stroke.
Observe the following break-in
procedures during initial operation
to ensure optimum performance
and avoid engine damage.
BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
1. Before starting the engine, fill the
fuel tank with a break-in oil-fuel
mixture as follows.
2. Perform the pre-operation checks
on the machine.
3. Start and warm up the engine.
Check the idle speed, and check
the operation of the controls and
the "ENGINE STOP" button.
4. Operate the machine in the lower
gears at moderate throttle open-
ings for five to eight minutes. Stop
and check the spark plug condi-
tion; it will show a rich condition
during break-in.5. Allow the engine to cool. Restart
the engine and operate the ma-
chine as in the step above for five
minutes. Then, very briefly shift to
the higher gears and check full-
throttle response. Stop and check
the spark plug.
6. After again allowing the engine to
cool, restart and run the machine
for five more minutes. Full throttle
and the higher gears may be
used, but sustained full-throttle
operation should be avoided.
Check the spark plug condition.
7. Allow the engine to cool, remove
the top end, and inspect the pis-
ton and cylinder. Remove any
high spots on the piston with #600
grit wet sandpaper. Clean all
components and carefully reas-
semble the top end.
8. Drain the break-in oil-fuel mixture
from the fuel tank and refill with
the specified mix.
9. Restart the engine and check the
operation of the machine through-
out its entire operating range.
Stop and check the spark plug
condition. Restart the machine
and operate it for about 10 to 15
more minutes. The machine will
now be ready to race.
• After the break-in or before each
race, you must check the entire
machine for loose fittings and
fasteners as per "TORQUE-
CHECK POINTS". Tighten all
such fasteners as required.
• When any of the following parts
have been replaced, they must
be broken in.
CYLINDER AND CRANKSHAFT:
About one hour of break-in oper-
ation is necessary.
PISTON, RING AND GEARS:
These parts require about 30
minutes of break-in operation at
half-throttle or less. Observe the
condition of the engine carefully
during operation.
Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded
gasoline only with a re-
search octane number
of 95 or higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
8.0 L (1.76 Imp gal, 2.11
US gal)
Mixing oil:
Recommended oil:
Yamalube "2-R"
(Yamalube racing 2-
cycle oil)
Mixing ratio: 30:1
If unavailable, use an
equivalent type of oil.
Mixing oil:
Yamalube "2-R"
Mixing ratio:
15:1

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model name: YZ125Z (USA, CDN)
YZ125 (EUROPE, ZA)
YZ125Z (AUS, NZ)
Model code number: 1C3M (USA, CDN)
1C3N (EUROPE)
1C3R (AUS, NZ, ZA)
Dimensions: USA, AUS, NZ, ZA EUROPE, CDN
Overall length 2,135 mm (84.1 in) 2,139 mm (84.2 in)
Overall width 827 mm (32.6 in)←
Overall height 1,315 mm (51.8 in) 1,318 mm (51.9 in)
Seat height 997 mm (39.3in) 998 mm (39.3 in)
Wheelbase 1,443 mm (56.8 in)←
Minimum ground clearance 386 mm (15.2 in) 388 mm (15.3 in)
Weight:
With oil and fuel 94.5 kg (208 lb)
Engine:
Engine type Liquid cooled 2-stroke, gasoline
Cylinder arrangement Single cylinder, forward inclined
Displacement 124 cm
3 (4.36 Imp oz, 4.19 US oz)
Bore × stroke 54 × 54.5 mm (2.126 × 2.146 in)
Compression ratio 8.6–10.7 : 1
Starting system Kick starter
Lubrication system: Premix (30 : 1)(Yamalube 2-R)
Oil type or grade (2-stroke):
Transmission oil Recommended brand: YAMALUBE
SAE10W-40
API service SG type or higher
JASO standard MA
Periodic oil change 0.66 L (0.58 Imp qt, 0.69 US qt)
Total amount 0.70 L (0.62 Imp qt, 0.74 US qt)
Coolant capacity (including all routes): 0.9 L (0.79 Imp qt, 0.95 US qt)
Air filter: Wet type element
Fuel:
Type Premium unleaded gasoline only with a research octane
number of 95 or higher.
Tank capacity 8.0 L (1.76 Imp gal, 2.11 US gal)
Carburetor:
Type/Manufacturer TMXχ38SS/MIKUNI
Spark plug:
Type/Manufacturer BR9EVX/NGK (resistance type)
Gap 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
Clutch type: Wet, multiple-disc
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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Clutch:
Friction plate thickness 2.9–3.1 mm (0.114–0.122 in) 2.8 mm (0.110
in)
Quantity 8 ----
Clutch plate thickness 1.5–1.7 mm (0.059–0.067 in) ----
Quantity 7 ----
Warp limit ---- 0.2 mm (0.008
in)
Clutch spring free length 40.1 mm (1.579 in) 38.1 mm
(1.500 in)
Quantity 5 ----
Clutch housing thrust clearance 0.15–0.26 mm (0.006–0.010 in) ----
Clutch housing radial clearance 0.014–0.046 mm (0.0006–0.0018 in) ----
Clutch release methodInner push, cam push ----
Transmission:
Main axle deflection limit ---- 0.01 mm
(0.0004 in)
Drive axle deflection limit ---- 0.01 mm
(0.0004 in)
Shifter:
Shifting type Cam drum and guide bar ----
Guide bar bending limit ---- 0.05 mm
(0.0020 in)
Kick starter type: Kick and mesh type ----
Kick clip friction force P=0.8–1.2 kg (1.8–2.6 lb) ----
Air filter oil grade (oiled filter): Foam-air-filter oil or equivalent oil ----
Carburetor: USA, CDN EUROPE AUS, NZ, ZA
Type/Manufacturer TMXχ38SS/
MIKUNI←←
I.D. mark 1C35 30 1C36 40←----
Main jet (M.J.) #410 #430←----
Jet needle-clip position (J.N.) 6BFY42-74-3 6BFY43-74-3←----
Cutaway (C.A.) 4.0←←----
Pilot jet (P.J.) #40 #45←----
Pilot air screw (P.A.S.) 2-1/4←←----
Valve seat size (V.S.) ø3.8 mm (0.15
in)←←----
Starter jet (G.S.) #80←←----
Fuel level (F.L.) 9.5–10.5 mm
(0.37–0.41 in)←←----
Reed valve:
Thickness 0.47 mm (0.019 in) ----
Valve stopper height 8.2–8.6 mm (0.323–0.339 in) ----
Valve bending limit ---- 0.2 mm (0.008
in) Item Standard Limit

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TIGHTENING TORQUES
ELECTRICAL
TIGHTENING TORQUES
ENGINE
△- marked portion shall be checked for torque tightening after break-in or before each race.
Item Standard Limit
Ignition system:
Ignition timing (B.T.D.C.) 0.48 mm (0.019 in) ----
Advancer type Electrical ----
CDI:
Magneto-model (stator)/Manufacturer 1C3-10/YAMAHA ----
Charging coil 1 resistance (color) 720–1,080 Ωat 20 °C (68 °F) (Green/
White-Black/Red)----
Charging coil 2 resistance (color) 44–66 Ωat 20 °C (68 °F) (Black-Green/
Blue)----
Pickup coil resistance (color) 248–372 Ωat 20 °C (68 °F) (White/Blue-
White/Red)----
CDI unit-model/manufacturer 1C3-10/YAMAHA ----
Ignition coil:
Model/manufacturer 1C3-00/YAMAHA ----
Minimum spark gap 6 mm (0.24 in) ----
Primary winding resistance 0.24–0.36 Ωat 20 °C (68 °F) ----
Secondary winding resistance 5.7–8.5 kΩat 20 °C (68 °F) ----
Spark plug cap:
Resistance 4–6 kΩat 20 °C (68 °F) ----
Part to be tightened Thread size Q'tyTightening torque
Nm m•kg ft•lb
Spark plug M14S × 1.25 1 20 2.0 14
Cylinder head (nut) M8 × 1.25 5 28 2.8 20
Cylinder head (stud) M8 × 1.25 5 13 1.3 9.4
Cylinder (nut) M8 × 1.25 4 30 3.0 22
Cylinder (stud) M10 × 1.25 4 13 1.3 9.4
Power valve:
Cover M5 × 0.8 4 5 0.5 3.6
Link lever M4 × 0.7 1 4 0.4 2.9
Holder (power valve) M5 × 0.8 4 8 0.8 5.8
Push rod M5 × 0.8 1 5 0.5 3.6
Thrust plate M5 × 0.8 1 4 0.4 2.9
Governor fork M4 × 0.7 2 5 0.5 3.6
Housing M5 × 0.8 3 4 0.4 2.9
Water pump housing cover M6 × 1.0 4 10 1.0 7.2
Coolant drain bolt M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Radiator M6 × 1.0 6 10 1.0 7.2
Radiator panel M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Radiator hose clamp M6 × 1.0 8 2 0.2 1.4
Air filter element M6 × 1.0 1 2 0.2 1.4

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TIGHTENING TORQUES
CHASSIS
△- marked portion shall be checked for torque tightening after break-in or before each race.
Carburetor joint M6 × 1.0 4 10 1.0 7.2
Carburetor joint clamp M4 × 0.7 1 2 0.2 1.4
Air filter joint clamp M4 × 0.7 1 2 0.2 1.4
△Air filter case M6 × 1.0 4 8 0.8 5.8
Air filter guide clamp M5 × 0.8 1 4 0.4 2.9
Reed valve M3 × 0.5 6 1 0.1 0.7
Throttle cable adjust bolt and locknut M8 × 1.25 1 7 0.7 5.1
Throttle cable M6 × 0.75 1 4 0.4 2.9
Crankcase M6 × 1.0 12 14 1.4 10
Right crankcase cover M6 × 1.0 8 10 1.0 7.2
Left crankcase cover M6 × 1.0 4 5 0.5 3.6
Drive chain sprocket cover M6 × 1.0 2 5 0.5 3.6
Bearing plate cover M6 × 1.0 4 10 1.0 7.2
Holder M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Oil check bolt M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Oil drain bolt M10 × 1.25 1 20 2.0 14
Kickstarter crank M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Clutch cover M6 × 1.0 6 10 1.0 7.2
Primary drive gear M8 × 1.25 1 48 4.8 35
Clutch boss M16 × 1.0 1 80 8.0 58
Clutch spring M6 × 1.0 5 10 1.0 7.2
Clutch cable adjust bolt and locknut M6 × 0.75 1 4 0.4 2.9
Drive sprocket M18 × 1.0 1 75 7.5 54
Shift pedal M6 × 1.0 1 12 1.2 8.7
Bearing plate cover (shift cam) M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Shift guide M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Stopper lever M6 × 1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
Segment M8 × 1.25 1 30 3.0 22
△Exhaust pipe M6 × 1.0 2 12 1.2 8.7
△Exhaust pipe stay (front) M6 × 1.0 1 12 1.2 8.7
△Exhaust pipe stay (rear) M6 × 1.0 1 12 1.2 8.7
Silencer:
△Silencer and frame M6 × 1.0 2 12 1.2 8.7
Fiber (For USA and CDN) M6 × 1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Fiber (Except for USA and CDN) M6 × 1.0 4 10 1.0 7.2Part to be tightened Thread size Q'tyTightening torque
Nm m•kg ft•lb
Part to be tightened Thread size Q'tyTightening torque
Nm m•kg ft•lb
△Upper bracket and outer tube M8 × 1.25 4 21 2.1 15
△Lower bracket and outer tube M8 × 1.25 4 21 2.1 15
△Upper bracket and steering stem M24 × 1.0 1 145 14.5 105
△Handlebar upper holder M8 × 1.25 4 28 2.8 20

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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
ROTOR NUT
Retighten●●
MUFFLER
Inspect●●
Clean●
Retighten●●
Replace fiber●** When the exhaust sound be-
comes louder or when a per-
formance drop is felt
CRANK
Inspect and clean●●
CARBURETOR
Inspect, adjust and clean●●
SPARK PLUG
Inspect and clean●●
Replace●
DRIVE CHAINUse chain lube.
Lubricate, slack, alignment●●Chain slack: 48–58 mm (1.9–
2.3 in)
Replace●
COOLING SYSTEM
Check coolant level and
leakage●●
Check radiator cap opera-
tion●
Replace coolant●Every two years
Inspect hoses●
OUTSIDE NUTS AND
BOLTS
Retighten●●Refer to "STARTING AND
BREAK-IN" section in the
CHAPTER 1.
AIR FILTER
Clean and lubricate●●Use foam air-filter oil or equiv-
alent oil.
Replace●
FRAME
Clean and inspect●●
FUEL TANK, COCK
Clean and inspect●● ItemAfter
break-in
Every
race
(about
2.5
hours)Every
third
(about
7.5
hours)Every
fifth
(about
12.5
hours)
As re-
quiredRemarks
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ENGINE
LUBRICATING THE THROTTLE
1. Remove:
• Cap cover "1"
• Throttle cable cap "2"
2. Apply:
• Lithium soap base grease
On the throttle cable end "a", tube
guide cable winding portion "b"
and roller sliding surface "c".
3. Install:
• Throttle cable cap
• Cap cover
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
ELEMENT
Proper air filter maintenance is the
biggest key to preventing premature
engine wear and damage.
Never run the engine without the
air filter element in place; this
would allow dirt and dust to enter
the engine and cause rapid wear
and possible engine damage.
1. Remove:
• Seat
• Fitting bolt "1"
• Washer "2"
• Air filter element "3"
• Air filter guide "4"2. Clean:
• Air filter element
Clean them with solvent.
After cleaning, remove the remaining
solvent by squeezing the element.
• Do not twist the element when
squeezing the element.
• Leaving too much of solvent in
the element may result in poor
starting.
3. Inspect:
• Air filter element
Damage→Replace.
4. Apply:
• Foam-air-filter oil or equivalent oil
to the element
Squeeze out the excess oil. Element
should be wet but not dripping.
5. Install:
• Air filter guide "1"
Align the projection "a" on filter guide
with the hole "b" in air filter element.
6. Apply:
• Lithium soap base grease
On the matching surface "a" on air
filter element.7. Install:
• Air filter element "1"
• Washer
• Fitting bolt
Align the projection "a" on filter guide
with the hole "b" in air filter case.
CHECKING THE TRANSMISSION
OIL LEVEL
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes and wait for five
minutes.
2. Place the machine on a level
place and hold it up on upright po-
sition by placing the suitable
stand under the engine.
3. Check:
• Transmission oil level
Transmission oil level checking
steps:
a. Remove the oil check bolt "1".
b. Inspect the oil level.
Be sure the machine is positioned
straight up when inspecting the oil
level.
Never attempt to remove the oil
check bolt just after high speed
operation. The heated oil could
spout out, causing danger. Wait
until the oil cools down.
Oil flows out→Oil level is correct.
Oil does not flow out→Oil level is
low. Add transmission oil until oil
flows out. Throttle cable cap:
1 Nm (0.1 m•kg, 0.7
ft•lb)
Fitting bolt:
2 Nm (0.2 m•kg, 1.4
ft•lb)
Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
Recommended engine
oil type
SAE10W-40
Recommended engine
oil grade
API service SG type or
higher
JASO standard MA

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SEAT, FUEL TANK AND SIDE COVERS
REMOVING THE SIDE COVER
1. Remove:
• Bolt (side cover)
• Side cover (left and right) "1"
Draw the side cover downward to re-
move it because its claws "a" are in-
serted in the air filter case.
REMOVING THE NUMBER PLATE
1. Remove:
• Bolt (number plate)
• Number plate "1"
• The projection "a" is inserted into
the band of the number plate. Pull
the band off the projection before
removal.
• Remove the clutch cable "2" from
the cable guide "b" on the number
plate.
• The projection "c" on the lower
bracket is inserted into the number
plate. Remove the number plate by
pulling it off the projection.