2000 YAMAHA TDR 125 key

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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9Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY
IS INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the motorcycle.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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NOTE:
NOTE:
8This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
8Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this
manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there
may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If there is any ques-
tion concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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PUSH
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IGNITION
ON
OFF
LOCK
PARKING
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Main switch/Steering lock
The main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on.
The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left. With the
key at “OFF”, push it into the main
switch and release it, turn it counter-
clockwise to “LOCK” and remove it.
To release the lock, turn the key to
“OFF”.
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result
in loss of control or an accident.
Be sure the motorcycle is stopped
before turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”.
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. .(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary light
come on but all other circuits are off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “
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Do not use this position for an
extended length of time as the bat-
tery may discharge.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Push 2. Turn
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Rear brake pedal
EAU00162Rear brake pedal
The rear brake pedal is on the right
side of the motorcycle. Press down
on the brake pedal to apply the rear
brake.
NOTE:
This tank cap cannot be closed
unless the key is in the lock. The key
cannot be removed if the cap is not
locked properly.
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Be sure the cap is properly
installed and locked in place
before riding the motorcycle.
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Fuel tank cap
To open
Open the lock cover. Insert the key
and turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The
lock will be released and the cap can
be opened.
To close
Push the tank cap into position with
the key inserted. To remove the key,
turn it counterclockwise to the original
position. Then, close the lock cover.
1. Open
2. Unlock
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RES
This indicates reserve. If you run out
of fuel while riding, move the lever to
this position. Fill the tank at the first
opportunity. Be sure to set the lever
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Starter (choke) “1”
Starting a cold engine requires a rich-
er air-fuel mixture. A separate starter
circuit supplies this mixture.
Move in direction ato turn on the
starter (choke).
Move in direction bto turn off the
starter (choke).
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To remove
Insert the key into the lock and turn it
clockwise.
1. Starter(choke) “1” 1. Unlock
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Arrow mark pointing to “RES”
RES: reserve position
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU00260Helmet holder
To open the helmet holder, insert the
key in the lock and turn it as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, replace
the holder in its original position.
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Never ride with a helmet in the hel-
met holder. The helmet may hit
objects, causing loss of control
and possibly an accident.
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Rear shock absorber
adjustment
This shock absorber is equipped with
a spring preload adjusting ring.
Adjust spring preload as follows.
Turn the adjusting ring in direction a
to increase spring preload and in
direction bto decrease spring pre-
load.
Make sure that the appropriate notch
in the adjusting ring is aligned with
the position indicator on the rear
shock absorber. To install
Insert the projection on the front of
the seat into the seat holder. Push
down on the seat and remove the
key.
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Make sure that the seat is securely
fitted.
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2. Seat holder
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1. Adjusting ring
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0 ~ 500 km
Avoid operation above 6,000 r/min.
Stop the engine and let it cool for 5 to
10 minutes after every hour of opera-
tion. Vary the speed of the motorcy-
cle from time to time. Do not operate
it at one set throttle position.
500 ~ 1,000 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
7,000 r/min. Rev the motorcycle
freely through the gears, but do not
use full throttle at any time.
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After 1,000 km of operation, be
sure to replace the transmission
oil.
1,000 km and beyond
Full throttle can be used.
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Never let engine speeds enter
the red zone.
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If any engine trouble should
occur during the break-in peri-
od, consult a Yamaha dealer
immediately.
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Parking
When parking the motorcycle, stop
the engine and remove the ignition
key. Turn the fuel cock to “OFF”
whenever stopping the engine.
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The exhaust system is hot. Park
the motorcycle in a place where
pedestrians or children are not
likely to touch the motorcycle. Do
not park the motorcycle on a slope
or soft ground; the motorcycle
may overturn.
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Never park this motorcycle in an
area that would cause a fire hazard
such as grass or other materials
that may easily burn.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
Identification number records .............................................................9-1
Key identification number ...................................................................9-1
Vehicle identification number..............................................................9-1
Model label .........................................................................................9-2
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Identification number
records
Record the key identification number,
vehicle identification number and
model label information in the spaces
provided for assistance when order-
ing spare parts from a Yamaha deal-
er or for reference in case the vehicle
is stolen.
1. KEY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
2. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
3. MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
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Key identification number
The key identification number is
stamped on the key tag.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided and use it for reference when
obtaining a new key.
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Vehicle identification
number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.
NOTE:
The vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motor-
cycle with the licensing authority in
your state.
1. Key identification number 1. Vehicle identification number
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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