2000 YAMAHA TW125 maintenance

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Take care not to spill battery fluid
on the chain. Battery fluid may
weaken the chain causing shorter
chain life and possibly result in an
accident.
Battery storage
8When the motorcycle will not
be used for a month or longer,
remove the battery, fully
charge it and store it in a cool,
dry place. Completely recharge
the battery before reinstalla-
tion.
1. Battery breather hose
8If the battery will be stored for
longer than two months, check
the specific gravity of the fluid
at least once a month and fully
recharge the battery when it is
too low.
8Always make sure the connec-
tions are correct when putting
the battery back in the motor-
cycle. Make sure the breather
hose is properly connected
and is not damaged or
obstructed.
1. Battery
2. Battery breather hose
EAU01307Fuse replacement
The fuse is located behind panel B.
(See page 6-7 for panel removal
and installation procedures.)
If the fuse is blown, turn off the
main switch and the switch of the
circuit in question. Install a new
fuse of proper amperage. Turn on
the switches and see if the electri-
cal device operates. If the fuse
immediately blows again, consult a
Yamaha dealer.
1. Spare fuse
2. Main fuse
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Do not use fuses of higher amper-
age rating than those recommend-
ed. Substitution of a fuse of
improper rating can cause exten-
sive electrical system damage and
possibly a fire.
EAU01158Headlight bulb replacement
If the headlight bulb burns out,
replace the bulb as follows:
1. Remove cowling C. (See page
6-8 for removal and installa-
tion procedures.)
2. Remove the headlight unit by
removing the bolts.
1. Bolt (´2)
3. Remove the headlight connec-
tor and the bulb holder cover.
1. Connector
2. Bulb holder cover
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Specified fuse: 20A
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9 4. Turn the bulb holder counter-
clockwise to remove it and
then remove the defective
bulb.EW000119
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Keep 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.
1. Bulb holder
6. Install the bulb holder cover,
connector and headlight unit.
7. Install the cowling.
8. If the headlight beam adjust-
ment is necessary, ask a
Yamaha dealer to make that
adjustment.EAU00855Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement
1. Remove the screws and the
lens.
1. Screw
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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
free play. (See page 6-20.)EW000103
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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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EAU01008Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha motorcycles
receive a rigid inspection before
shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation.
Any problem in the fuel, compres-
sion, or ignition systems can cause
poor starting and loss of power.
The troubleshooting chart
describes a quick, easy procedure
for making checks.
If your motorcycle requires any
repair, bring it to a Yamaha dealer.
The skilled technicians at a
Yamaha dealership have the tools,
experience, and know-how to
properly service your motorcycle.
Use only genuine Yamaha parts on
your motorcycle. Imitation parts
may look like Yamaha parts, but
they are often inferior.
Consequently, they have a shorter
service life and can lead to expen-
sive repair bills.
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