2000 YAMAHA DT125R maintenance

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EC000080
cCHard water or salt water is harmful
to the engine. You may use dis-
tilled water if you canÕt get soft
water.10.Install the radiator cap.
11.Run the engine several minutes.
Stop the engine and recheck the
coolant level in the radiator. If it
is low, add more coolant until it
reaches the top of the radiator.
12.Install the radiator cap stopper
bolt.
13.Fill the reservoir tank with
coolant up to maximum level.
14.Install the reservoir tank cap and
check for coolant leakage.NOTE:
If any leakage is found, ask a
Yamaha dealer to inspect the cooling
system.15.Install the cowling and the panel.
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Air filterThe air filter should be cleaned at the
specified intervals. It should be
cleaned more frequently when riding
in unusually wet or dusty areas.
1.Remove panel D. (See page 6-9
for panel removal and installation
procedures.)
2.Remove the air filter case by
removing the screws.1.Screw (´3)
3.Remove the air filter from the
case.
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96.Insert the air filter guide into the
air filter and install it in the case.
7.Install the air filter case cover
and panel by installing the
screws.
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cC8
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Make sure the air filter is prop-
erly seated in the air filter
case.
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The engine should never be
run without the air filter
installed. Excessive piston
and/or cylinder wear may
result.
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Carburetor adjustmentThe carburetor is a vital part of the
engine and requires very sophisticat-
ed adjustment. Most adjustments
should be left to a Yamaha dealer
who has the professional knowledge
and experience to do so. However,
the following may be serviced by the
owner as part of routine mainte-
nance.
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cCThe carburetor was set at the
Yamaha factory after many tests. If
the settings are changed, poor
engine performance and damage
may result.
4.Remove the air filter element
from its guide and clean it with
solvent. After cleaning, remove
the remaining solvent by squeez-
ing the element.
5.Apply recommended oil to the
entire surface of the element and
squeeze out the excess oil. It
should be wet but not dripping.
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2
1.Guide
2.Filter element
Recommended oil:
Engine oil
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Idle speed adjustment1.Start the engine and warm it up
for a few minutes at approxi-
mately 1,000 to 2,000 r/min.
Occasionally rev the engine to
4,000 to 5,000 r/min. The engine
is warm when it quickly responds
to the throttle.
2.Set the idle to the specified
engine speed by adjusting the
throttle stop screw. Turn the
screw in direction ato increase
engine speed and in direction b
to decrease engine speed.1.Throttle stop screw
NOTE:
If the specified idle speed cannot be
obtained by performing the above
adjustment, consult a Yamaha deal-
er.
Standard idle speed:
1,250 ~ 1,450 r/min
a
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Throttle cable free play
adjustmentNOTE:
Before checking the throttle cable
free play, the engine idling speed
should be adjusted.Adjust the throttle cable by turning
the adjusting nut so that specified
free play at the throttle grip is
obtained.a.Free play
Free play:
3 ~ 5 mm
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TiresTo ensure maximum performance,
long service and safe operation, note
the following:
Tire air pressure
Always check and adjust the tire
pressure before operating the motor-
cycle.
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wTire inflation pressure should be
checked and adjusted when the
temperature of the tire equals the
ambient air temperature. Tire infla-
tion pressure must be adjusted
according to total weight of cargo,
rider, passenger, and accessories
(fairing, saddlebags, etc. if
approved for this model), and vehi-
cle speed.
*Load is the total weight of cargo, rider, passenger
and accessories. Maximum load*180 kg
178 kg (CH, A only)
Cold tire pressureFrontRear
125 kPa150 kPa
Up to 90 kg(1.25 kg/cm
2,(1.50 kg/cm
2,
1.25 bar)1.50 bar)
90 kg load ~150 kPa175 kPa
Maximum load*(1.50 kg/cm
2,(1.75 kg/cm
2,
1.50 bar) 1.75 bar)
125 kPa150 kPa
Off-road riding(1.25 kg/cm
2,(1.50 kg/cm
2,
1.25 bar)1.50 bar)
1.Loosen the locknut.
2.Turn the adjusting nut in direc-
tion ato increase free play and
in direction bto decrease free
play.
3.Tighten the locknut.
2
1
b
a
1.Locknut
2.Adjusting nut
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EW000083
wProper loading of your motorcycle
is important for several character-
istics of your motorcycle, such as
handling, braking, performance
and safety. Do not carry loosely
packed items that can shift.
Securely pack your heaviest items
close to the center of the motorcy-
cle, and distribute the weight even-
ly from side to side. Properly
adjust the suspension for your
load, and check the condition and
pressure of your tires. NEVER
OVERLOAD YOUR MOTORCYCLE.
Make sure the total weight of the
cargo, rider, passenger, and
accessories (fairing, saddlebags,
etc. if approved for this model)
does not exceed the maximum
load of the motorcycle. Operation
of an overloaded motorcycle could
cause tire damage, an accident, or
even injury.
Tire inspection
Always check the tires before operat-
ing the motorcycle. If center tread
depth reaches the limit as shown, if
the tire has a nail or glass fragments
in it, or if the side wall is cracked,
contact a Yamaha dealer immediate-
ly and have the tire replaced.
EW000078
wAfter extensive tests, the tires
mentioned below have been
approved by Yamaha Motor Co.,
Ltd. for this model. No guarantee
for handling characteristics can be
given if tire combinations other
than what is approved are used on
this motorcycle. The front and rear
tires should be of the same manu-
facture and design.
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2
1.Tread depth
2.Side wall
ManufacturerSizeType
BRIDGESTONE2.75-21 45PTW25FRONTManufacturerSizeType
BRIDGESTONE4.10-18 59PTW44REAR
Minimum tire tread
1.6 mm
depth (front and rear)
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WheelsTo ensure maximum performance,
long service, and safe operation, note
the following:
8Always inspect the wheels
before a ride. Check for cracks,
bends or warpage of the wheel.
Be sure the spokes are tight and
undamaged. If any abnormal
condition exists in a wheel, con-
sult a Yamaha dealer. Do not
attempt even small repairs to the
wheel. If a wheel is deformed or
cracked, it must be replaced.
8Tires and wheels should be bal-
anced whenever either one is
changed or replaced. Failure to
have a wheel balanced can
result in poor performance,
adverse handling characteristics,
and shortened tire life.
8Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be broken in for it
to develop its optimal character-
istics.
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w8 8
Operating the motorcycle with
excessively worn tires
decrease riding stability and
can lead to loss of control.
Have excessively worn tires
replaced by a Yamaha dealer
immediately. Brakes, tires, and
related wheel parts replace-
ment should be left to a
Yamaha Service Technician.
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Patching a punctured tube is
not recommended. If it is
absolutely necessary to do so,
use great care and replace the
tube as soon as possible with
a good quality replacement.
NOTE:
These limits may be different by regu-
lation from country to country. If so,
conform to the limits specified by the
regulations of your own country.
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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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Check the brake lever free
play. Be sure the brake is
working properly.
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A soft or spongy feeling in the
brake lever can indicate the
presence of air in the brake
system. This air must be
removed by bleeding the brake
system before the motorcycle
is operated. Air in the system
will cause greatly diminished
braking capability and can
result in loss of control and an
accident. Have a Yamaha deal-
er inspect and bleed the sys-
tem if necessary.
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Rear brake pedal height
adjustmentThe top of the brake pedal should be
positioned 15 mm below the top of
the footrest. If not, ask a Yamaha
dealer to adjust it.1.Footrest
a.Pedal height
EW000109
wA soft or spongy feeling in the
brake pedal can indicate the pres-
ence of air in the brake system.
This air must be removed by
bleeding the brake system before
the motorcycle is operated. Air in
the system will cause greatly
diminished braking capability and
can result in loss of control and an
accident. Have a Yamaha dealer
inspect and bleed the system if
necessary.
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