2000 YAMAHA DT125R lock

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Clutch lever free play
adjustmentThe clutch lever free play should be
adjusted to 10 ~ 15 mm.
1.Loosen the locknut at the clutch
lever.
2.Turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in direction ato
increase free play or in direction
bto decrease free play.
3.Tighten the locknut at the clutch
lever.
If the specified free play cannot be
obtained, proceed with the following
steps.1.Locknut
2.Adjusting bolt
3.Free play
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4.Loosen the locknut at the clutch
lever.
5.Turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in direction ato
loosen the cable.
6.Loosen the locknut at the
crankcase side.
7.Turn the adjusting nut at the
crankcase in direction ato
increase free play or in direction
bto decrease free play.
8.Tighten the locknut at the
crankcase and the clutch lever.1.Locknut
2.Adjusting nut
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a
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Front brake lever free play
adjustmentThe free play at the front brake lever
should be 2 ~ 5 mm.
1.Loosen the locknut.
2.Turn the adjusting bolt in direc-
tion ato increase free play or in
direction bto decrease free
play.
3.After adjusting, tighten the lock-
nut.1.Locknut
2.Adjusting bolt
3.Free play
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98Use only the designated quality
brake fluid. Otherwise, the rub-
ber seals may deteriorate, caus-
ing leakage and poor brake per-
formance.
NOTE:
If DOT 4 is not available, DOT 3 can
be used.
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Inspecting the brake fluid
levelInsufficient brake fluid may let air
enter the brake system, possibly
causing the brakes to become inef-
fective.
Before riding, check that the brake
fluid is above the minimum level and
fill when necessary.
Observe these precautions:
8When checking the fluid level,
make sure the top of the master
cylinder is level by turning the
handlebars.
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1.Minimum level mark FRONT
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1.Minimum level markREARRecommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
8Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor brake performance.
8Be careful that water does not
enter the master cylinder when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.
8Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
8Have a Yamaha dealer check
the cause if the brake fluid level
goes down.
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93.Remove the headlight connector
and the bulb holder cover.4.Turn the bulb holder counter-
clockwise to remove it and then
remove the defective bulb.
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wKeep flammable products and your
hands away from a bulb while it is
on, as it is hot. Do not touch a bulb
until it cools down.5.Put a new bulb into position and
secure it in place with the bulb
holder.
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1.Bulb holder cover
2.Connector
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1.Bulb holder
6.Install the bulb holder cover, con-
nector and headlight unit.
7.Install the cowling.
8.If the headlight beam adjustment
is necessary, ask a Yamaha
dealer to make that adjustment.
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1.Screw (´2)
2.Lens
3.Bulb 1.Screw
2.Lens
3.Bulb
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Turn signal light bulb
replacement1.Remove the screw and the lens.
2.Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it inward and turning it
counterclockwise.
3.Install a new bulb by pushing it
inward and turning it clockwise.
4.Install the lens and tighten the
screw.
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Tail/brake light bulb
replacement1.Remove the screws and the
lens.
2.Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it inward and turning it
counterclockwise.
3.Install a new bulb by pushing it
inward and turning it clockwise.
4.Install the lens and tighten the
screws.
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cCDo not over-tighten the screws as
the lens may break.
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4. Engine overheating
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wDo not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Open the radiator cap as follows. Wait until the
engine has cooled. Remove the radiator cap stopper by removing the screw. Place a thick rag like a towel over
the radiator cap and slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent. This procedure allows any residual
pressure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning counterclock-
wise and remove it.Wait until the
Check the coolant level in the
Level is OK.Level is low, check the
NoLeakage.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspectAdd coolant. (See NOTE.)
Restart the engine. If the engine overheats again, ask a
engine has cooled.reservoir tank and/or radiator.cooling system for leakage.
Yamaha dealer to inspect and repair the cooling system. leakage.
and repair the cooling system.
NOTE:
If it is difficult to get the recommended coolant, tap water can be temporarily used, provided that it is changed to the rec-
ommended coolant as soon as possible.
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