coolant level YAMAHA YZF-R125 2021 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 an d control functions ... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-1
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-2
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-4
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-12
Clutch lever .................................. 3-13
Shift pedal .................................... 3-14
Brake lever.................................... 3-14
Brake pedal .................................. 3-14
ABS .............................................. 3-15
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-16
Fuel ............................................... 3-16
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ............................ 3-18
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-19
Seats ............................................ 3-19
Sidestand ..................................... 3-20
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-21 For your safety – pre-operation
checks
............................................... 4-1
Operation an d important ri din g
points ................................................. 5-1
Engine break-in ............................... 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-2
Shifting ............................................ 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-4
Parking ............................................ 5-4
Perio dic maintenance an d
a d justment ........................................ 6-1
Tool kit ............................................ 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Removing and installing cowlings... 6-8
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-9
Canister ......................................... 6-10
Engine oil and oil filter element ..... 6-11
Why Yamalube .............................. 6-13
Coolant.......................................... 6-14
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose..... 6-15
Adjusting the engine idling speed ......................................... 6-16
Adjusting the throttle grip free play ............................................ 6-16 Valve clearance............................. 6-17
Tires .............................................. 6-17
Cast wheels .................................. 6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 6-20
Checking the front brake lever free play..................................... 6-21
Adjusting the brake pedal free
play ............................................ 6-21
Brake light switches ..................... 6-22
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-22
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-23
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-24
Drive chain slack........................... 6-25
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain.......................................... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-28
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-29
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-29
Checking the front fork ................. 6-29
Checking the steering................... 6-30
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-30UB5GE2E0.book Page 1 Thursday, July 30, 2020 3:08 PM

For your safety – pre-operation checks
4-1
4
EAU1559B
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11152
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an acci dent or equipment damag e.
Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d any pro blem. If a pro blem cannot be corrected b y the proce dures provi ded in
this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose for obstructions, cracks or
damage, and check hose connections. 3-16, 3-18
En gine oil • Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-11
Coolant • Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage. 6-14
Front brake • Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. 6-22, 6-23
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-6
6
20 Si destan d • Check operation.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease. √√√√√
21 *Sidestan d switch • Check operation and replace if
necessary. √√√√√√
22 *Front fork • Check operation and for oil leak-
age.
• Replace if necessary. √√√√
23 *Shock a
bsor ber as-
sem bly • Check operation and for oil leak-
age.
• Replace if necessary. √√√√
24 *Rear suspension re-
lay arm an
d con-
nectin g arm
pivotin g points • Check operation.
√√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. √√
25 En gine oil • Change (warm engine before
draining).
• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. At the initial interval and
every 3000 km (1800 mi) thereafter. √
26 En
gine oil filter ele-
ment • Replace.
√√√√√
27 *Coolin g system • Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage. √√√√√
• Change. Every 3 years
28 *Front an
d rear
b rake switches • Check operation.
√√√√√√
29 *Movin
g parts an d
cab les • Lubricate.
√√
√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 6000 km
(3500 mi) 12000 km
(7000 mi) 18000 km
(10500 mi) 24000 km
(14000 mi)
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
6-14
6
EAUS1203
CoolantThe coolant level should be checked
regularly. In addition, the coolant must
be changed at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance chart.TIPIf genuine Yamaha coolant is not avail-
able, use an ethylene glycol antifreeze
containing corrosion inhibitors for alu-
minum engines and mix with distilled
water at a 1:1 ratio.
EAUE3460
To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face.
2. Remove cowling C of left side. (See page 6-8.)
3. Hold the vehicle in an upright po- sition.
TIPThe coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
 Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.4. Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.TIPThe coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
5. If the coolant is at or below theminimum level mark, remove the
coolant reservoir cap.
6. Add coolant to the maximum level mark, and then install the coolant
reservoir cap. WARNING! Re-
move only the coolant reservoir
cap. Never attempt to remove
the ra diator cap when the en-
g ine is hot.
[EWA15162]
NOTICE: If
coolant is not availa ble, use dis-
tille d water or soft tap water in-
stead . Do not use har d water or
salt water since it is harmful to
the en gine. If water has been
use d instead of coolant, replace
it with coolant as soon as possi-
b le, otherwise the coolin g sys-
Recommen ded coolant:
YAMALUBE coolant
Coolant quantity: Coolant reservoir (max level mark):0.15 L (0.16 US qt, 0.13 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 0.49 L (0.52 US qt, 0.43 Imp.qt)
1. Coolant reservoir
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1
2
3
FULL
LOW
ZAUE3384
1. Coolant reservoir cap
1ZAUE3385
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6
tem will not
be protecte d
a g ainst frost an d corrosion. If
water has been a dded to the
coolant, have a Yamaha dealer
check the antifreeze content of
the coolant as soon as possi ble,
otherwise the effectiveness of
the coolant will be re duce d.
[ECA10473]
7. Install the cowling.
EAU33032
Chan gin g the coolant
The coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart. Have a
Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
WARNING! Never attempt to remove the ra diator cap when the en gine is
hot.
[EWA10382] EAUM2391
Replacin
g the air filter ele-
ment an d cleanin g the check
hoseThe air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Have a Yamaha dealer replace
the air filter element more frequently if
you are riding in unusually wet or dusty
areas. In addition, the air filter check
hose must be frequently checked and
cleaned if necessary.
To clean the air filter check hose
1. Check the hose on the side of the air filter case for accumulated dirt
or water. 2. If dirt or water is visible, remove
the hose, clean it, and then install
it.
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to
the maximum level mark):0.15 L (0.16 US qt, 0.13 Imp.qt)
1. Air filter check hoseZAUM1594
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6
EAU86420
En gine overheatin g
WARNING
EWAT1041
Do not remove the ra diator cap when the en gine an d ra diator are hot. Scal din g hot flui d an d steam may be
b lown out un der pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en gine has coole d.
 Place a thick ra g, like a towel, over the ra diator cap, an d then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the
d etent to allow any resi dual pressure to escape. When the hissin g soun d has stoppe d, press down on the cap
while turnin g it counterclockwise, an d then remove the cap.TIPIf coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool-
ant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.
Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a
Yamaha dealer check
and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
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Specifications
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:1990 mm (78.3 in)
Overall width:
755 mm (29.7 in)
Overall height: 1140 mm (44.9 in)
Seat height: 820 mm (32.3 in)
Wheelbase:
1325 mm (52.2 in)
Ground clearance: 160 mm (6.30 in)
Minimum turning radius: 2.9 m (9.51 ft)Wei ght:Curb weight:
144 kg (319 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Valve train: SOHC
Number of cylinders:
Single cylinder
Displacement: 124 cm³
Bore × stroke:
52.0 × 58.6 mm (2.05 × 2.31 in)
Starting system:
Electric starter
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
SAE viscosity grades:
10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity: Oil change: 0.85 L (0.90 US qt, 0.75 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 0.95 L (1.00 US qt, 0.84 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):
0.15 L (0.16 US qt, 0.13 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 0.49 L (0.52 US qt, 0.43 Imp.qt)Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Unleaded gasoline (E10 acceptable)
Octane number (RON): 95
Fuel tank capacity: 11 L (2.9 US gal, 2.4 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.0 L (0.79 US gal, 0.66 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:Throttle body:ID mark: BK71 00Drivetrain:Gear ratio:
1st:2.833 (34/12)
2nd:
1.875 (30/16)
3rd: 1.364 (30/22)
4th: 1.143 (24/21)
5th:
0.957 (22/23)
6th: 0.840 (21/25)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 100/80-17M/C 52S
Manufacturer/model: MICHELIN PILOT STREETRear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 140/70-17M/C 66S
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN PILOT STREET
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Index
AABS....................................................... 3-15
ABS warning light ................................... 3-3
Air filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-15BBattery .................................................. 6-31
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-28
Brake and shift pedals, checking and lubricating........................................... 6-27
Brake fluid, changing............................ 6-24
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 6-23
Brake lever............................................ 3-14
Brake light switches ............................. 6-22
Brake pedal .......................................... 3-14
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ........... 6-21CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 6-27
Canister ................................................ 6-10
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converter ............................... 3-19
Clutch lever........................................... 3-13
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-20
Coolant ................................................. 6-14
Coolant temperature warning light ......... 3-2
Cowlings, removing and installing.......... 6-8DData recording, vehicle........................... 9-2
Diagnostic connector ............................. 9-2
Dimmer/Pass switch............................. 3-13
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 6-26
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-25
EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-1
Engine idling speed.............................. 6-16
Engine oil and oil filter element ............ 6-11
Engine overheating .............................. 6-37
Engine serial number ............................. 9-1
Engine stop switch............................... 3-13FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 6-22
Front brake lever free play, checking ... 6-21
Front fork, checking ............................. 6-29
Fuel ...................................................... 3-16
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...... 5-4
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ................................................... 3-18
Fuel tank cap........................................ 3-16
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-32HHandlebar switches ............................. 3-12
High beam indicator light ....................... 3-2
Horn switch .......................................... 3-13IIdentification numbers ........................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system .............. 3-21
Indicator lights and warning lights ......... 3-2LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ....... 6-34MMain switch/steering lock ...................... 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic... 6-4
Maintenance, emission control system ................................................. 6-3
Malfunction indicator light (MIL)............. 3-3
Matte color, caution ............................... 7-1 Model label ............................................. 9-1
Multi-function meter unit ........................ 3-4
NNeutral indicator light ............................. 3-2PParking.................................................... 5-4
Part locations.......................................... 2-1RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 6-29SSafety information................................... 1-1
Seats ..................................................... 3-19
Shifting.................................................... 5-3
Shift light ................................................. 3-3
Shift pedal............................................. 3-14
Sidestand.............................................. 3-20
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .... 6-29
Spark plug, checking .............................. 6-9
Specifications ......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine ................................. 5-2
Start switch ........................................... 3-13
Steering, checking ................................ 6-30
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 6-34TTail/brake light ...................................... 6-33
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-27
Throttle grip free play, adjusting ........... 6-16
Tires ...................................................... 6-17
Tool kit .................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-35
Troubleshooting chart........................... 6-36
Turn signal indicator light ....................... 3-2
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