steering wheel YAMAHA YZF-R125 2009 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............3-2
Tachometer ....................................3-3
Multi-function display ......................3-3
Handlebar switches ........................3-4
Clutch lever .....................................3-5
Shift pedal .......................................3-6
Brake lever .....................................3-6
Brake pedal ....................................3-6
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-7
Fuel .................................................3-7
Catalytic converters ........................3-8
Rider seat .......................................3-9
Anti-theft device housing ................3-9
Sidestand ......................................3-10
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-10
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS..............4-1
Pre-operation check list ..................4-2OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-2
Removing and installing the
cowlings and panel ..................... 6-6
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter element ...... 6-9
Coolant ......................................... 6-12
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose .... 6-14
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-14
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-15
Valve clearance ............................ 6-16
Tires ............................................. 6-16
Cast wheels .................................. 6-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-19Checking the front brake lever
free play .................................... 6-20
Adjusting the brake pedal free
play ........................................... 6-20
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-21
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-22
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-22
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-26
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-27
Checking the front fork ................. 6-27
Checking the steering .................. 6-28
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-28
Battery ......................................... 6-29
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-30
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-31
Tail/brake light ............................. 6-31U5D7E0E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, December 18, 2007 10:13 AM

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU23280
Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
WARNING
EWA10750
Securely support the vehicle so thatthere is no danger of it falling over.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
EAU23290
Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
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