2000 YAMAHA TW125 wheel

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EAU00794Steering inspection
Periodically inspect the condition
of the steering. Worn out or loose
steering bearings may be danger-
ous. Place a stand under the
engine to raise the front wheel off
the ground. Hold the lower end of
the front forks and try to move
them forward and backward. If any
free play can be felt, ask a Yamaha
dealer to inspect and adjust the
steering. Inspection is easier if the
front wheel is removed.
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Securely support the motorcycle
so there is no danger of it falling
over.
EAU01144Wheel bearings
If there is play in the front or rear
wheel hub or if the wheel does not
turn smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer inspect the wheel bearings.
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92. Push the bulb inward and turn
it counterclockwise.
1. Screw (´2)
3. Place a new bulb in the socket.
Push the bulb inward and turn
it clockwise until it engages
into the socket.
4. Install the lens and the screws.
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Do not over-tighten the screws as
the lens may break.
1. Bulb
EAU01579Supporting the motorcycle
Since the Yamaha TW125 has no
centerstand, follow these precau-
tions when removing the front and
rear wheel or performing other
maintenance requiring the motor-
cycle to stand upright. Check that
the motorcycle is in a stable and
level position before starting any
maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the
engine for added stability.
Front wheel service
To stabilize the rear of the motor-
cycle, either use a motorcycle
stand or place a motorcycle jack
under the frame in front of the rear
wheel to prevent it from moving
from side to side. Then use a
motorcycle stand to elevate the
front wheel off of the ground.11
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9 Rear wheel service
Use a motorcycle stand or motor-
cycle jack to elevate the motorcycle
so the rear wheel is off the ground.
Alternatively, two jacks can be
placed under the frame or
swingarm.
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8It is advisable to have a
Yamaha dealer service the
wheel.
8Securely support the motorcy-
cle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
1. Remove the speedometer
cable from the front wheel
side.
1. Speedometer cable
2. Wheel axle nut
2. Loosen the wheel axle nut.
3. Elevate the front wheel by
placing a suitable stand under
the engine.
4. Remove the wheel axle nut,
the wheel axle and the front
wheel. Make sure the motorcy-
cle is properly supported.
NOTE:
Do not depress the brake lever
when the disc and caliper are sepa-
rated.
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EAU01495Front wheel installation
1. Install the speedometer gear
unit housing into the wheel
hub. Make sure the projections
are meshed into the slots.
2. Lift up the wheel between the
front fork legs. Make sure that
there is enough gap between
the brake pads before inserting
the brake disc and that the slot
in the speedometer gear unit
housing fits over the stopper
on the front fork outer tube.3. Install the wheel axle and axle
nut. Then, let the motorcycle
down.
4. Tighten the axle nut to the
specified torque.
5. Install the speedometer cable.EAU01496Rear wheel removalEW000122
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8It is advisable to have a
Yamaha dealer service the
wheel.
8Securely support the motorcy-
cle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
1. Loosen the wheel axle nut.
2. Remove the brake adjusting
nut and brake rod from the
brake cam lever.
1. Wheel axle nut
2. Chain adjusting plate
3. Brake adjusting nut
4. Brake rod
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Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
90 Nm (9.0 m·kg)
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9 3. Turn the chain adjusting plates
on each side fully in direction
b.
4. Elevate the rear wheel.
5. Remove the axle nut.
6. Pull out the rear axle.
7. Push the wheel forward and
remove the drive chain.
8. Remove the wheel assembly.
EAU01497Rear wheel installation
1. Install the wheel assembly and
insert the axle from the left-
hand side. Be sure that the
chain adjusting plates are
installed with the punched side
outward and the slot in the
brake shoe plate fits over the
stopper on the swingarm.
2. Install and adjust the drive
chain. (See page 6-24 for
details about adjusting the
drive chain slack.)
3. Install the axle nut and let the
motorcycle down.4. Tighten the axle nut to the
specified torque.
5. Insert the brake rod into the
brake cam lever and install the
brake pedal free play adjusting
nut.
6. Adjust the rear brake pedal
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Check the operation of the brake
light after adjusting the rear brake.
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
90 Nm (9.0 m·kg)
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Care
The exposure of its technology
makes a motorcycle charming but
also vulnerable. Although high-
quality components are used, they
are not all rust-resistant. While a
rusty exhaust pipe may remain
unnoticed on a car, it does look
unattractive on a motorcycle.
Frequent and proper care, howev-
er, will keep your motorcycle look-
ing good, extend its life and main-
tain its performance. Moreover, the
warranty states that the vehicle
must be properly taken care of. For
all these reasons, it is recommend-
ed that you observe the following
cleaning and storing precautions.Before cleaning
1. Cover up the muffler outlet
with a plastic bag.
2. Make sure that all caps and
covers as well as all electrical
couplers and connectors,
including the spark plug cap,
are tightly installed.
3. Remove extremely stubborn
dirt, like oil burnt onto the
crankcase, with a degreasing
agent and a brush, but never
apply such products onto
seals, gaskets, sprockets, the
drive chain and wheel axles.
Always rinse the dirt and
degreaser off with water.Cleaning
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a
neutral detergent and a soft clean
sponge, then rinse with plenty of
clean water. Use a tooth or bottle
brush for hard-to-reach parts.
Tougher dirt and insects will come
off more easily if the area is cov-
ered with a wet cloth for a few
minutes before cleaning.
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8Avoid using strong acidic
wheel cleaners, especially on
spoked wheels. If you do use
such products for hard-to-
remove dirt, do not leave it on
any longer than instructed,
then thoroughly rinse it off
with water, immediately dry
the area and apply a corrosion
protection spray.
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9 8Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use
only a soft, clean cloth or
sponge with mild detergent
and water to clean plastic.
8Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abra-
sive cleaning products, solvent
or thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust
removers or inhibitors, brake
fluid, antifreeze or electrolyte.8Do not use high-pressure
washers or steam-jet cleaners
since they cause water seep-
age and deterioration in the
following areas: seals (of
wheel bearings, swingarm
bearings, forks and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.
8For motorcycles equipped
with a windshield: Do not use
strong cleaners or hard
sponges as they will cause
dulling or scratching. Some
cleaning compounds for plas-
tic may leave scratches on the
windshield. Test the product
on a small hidden part of the
windshield to make sure they
do not leave any marks. If the
windshield is scratched, use a
quality plastic polishing com-
pound after washing.
After riding in the rain, near the
sea or on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on
the roads in the winter are
extremely corrosive in combina-
tion with water, carry out the fol-
lowing steps after each ride in the
rain, near the sea or on salt-
sprayed roads. (Salt sprayed in the
winter may remain on the roads
well into spring.)
1. Clean your motorcycle with
cold water and soap after the
engine has cooled down.
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Do not use warm water since it
increases the corrosive action of
the salt.
2. Be sure to apply a corrosion
protection spray on all (even
chrome- and nickel-plated)
metal surfaces to prevent cor-
rosion.
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97. Check and, if necessary, cor-
rect the tire air pressure, then
raise the motorcycle so that
both of its wheels are off the
ground. Alternatively, turn the
wheels a little every month in
order to prevent the tires from
becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover up the muffler outlet
with a plastic bag to prevent
moisture from entering.
9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and recharge it once a
month. Do not store the bat-
tery in an excessively cold or
warm place (less than 0°C or
more than 30°C). For more
information, see “Battery stor-
age” in the chapter “PERIODIC
MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIRS”.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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