air condition YAMAHA YZF-R125 2009 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU23022
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.CAUTION:
ECA10581
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle andriding in the rain.
1. Clean the drive chain with kero-
sene and a small soft brush.CAUTION:
ECA11120
To prevent damaging the O-rings, do
not clean the drive chain with steam
cleaners, high-pressure washers orinappropriate solvents.
2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.
CAUTION:
ECA11110
Do not use engine oil or any other lu-
bricants for the drive chain, as they
may contain substances that coulddamage the O-rings.
EAU23100
Checking and lubricating the
cables The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING
EWA10720
Damage to the outer sheath may in-
terfere with proper cable operation
and will cause the inner cable to
rust. Replace a damaged cable as
soon as possible to prevent unsafeconditions.Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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EAUM1650
Lubricating the swingarm piv-
ots The swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU23271
Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
WARNING
EWA10750
Securely support the vehicle so thatthere is no danger of it falling over.
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
CAUTION:
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-pair it.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6To store the battery
1. If the motorcycle will not be used
for more than one month, remove
the battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
2. If the battery will be stored for more
than two months, check the specif-
ic gravity of the electrolyte at least
once a month and fully charge the
battery whenever necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation.
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals and
that the breather hose is properly
routed, in good condition, and not
obstructed.
CAUTION:
ECA10600
If the breather hose is positioned in
such a way that the frame is ex-
posed to electrolyte or gas expelled
from the battery, the frame could
suffer structural and external dam-ages.
EAUM2410
Replacing the fuses The fuse box is located under the rider
seat. (See page 3-9.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage.
CAUTION:
ECA10640
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 circuit in question to
check if the device operates.
4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
1. Fuse box
2. Spare fuse
3. Headlight fuse
4. Signaling system fuse
5. Ignition fuse
6. Radiator fan fuse
7. Main fuse
Specified fuses:
Main fuse:
20.0 A
Ignition fuse:
7.5 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
5.0 A
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SPECIFICATIONS
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8
Gear ratio:
1st:
34/12 (2.833)
2nd:
30/16 (1.875)
3rd:
30/22 (1.364)
4th:
24/21 (1.143)
5th:
22/23 (0.957)
6th:
21/25 (0.840)Chassis:Frame type:
Semi double cradle
Caster angle:
24.20 °
Trail:
86.1 mm (3.39 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
100/80-17 M/C 52H
Manufacturer/model:
PIRELLI/SPORT DEMON
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/PILOT SPORTYRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
130/70-17 M/C 62HManufacturer/model:
PIRELLI/SPORT DEMON
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/PILOT SPORTY
Loading:Maximum load:
185 kg (408 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
175 kPa (25 psi) (1.75 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
200 kPa (29 psi) (2.00 kgf/cm²)
Loading condition:
90–185 kg (198–408 lb)
Front:
175 kPa (25 psi) (1.75 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm²)Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17xMT2.75Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17 x MT3.75
Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
130.0 mm (5.12 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (monocross)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
125.0 mm (4.92 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magneto
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