2000 YAMAHA XV125S oil level

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Owners are personally responsible for their vehicle’s condition. Your motorcycle’s vital functions can start to
deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly, even if it remains unused (for instance, if it is exposed to the elements).
Any damage, fluid leak or loss of tire pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important
that, in addition to a thorough visual inspection, you check the following points before each ride.
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ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Front brake9Check operation, free play, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
9Fill with DOT 4 (or DOT 3) brake fluid if necessary.
Rear brake9Check operation and free play.3-4 ~ 3-5, 6-20 ~ 6-24
9Adjust if necessary.
Clutch9Check operation and free play.
3-4, 6-19 ~ 6-20
9Adjust if necessary.
Throttle grip and housing9Check for smooth operation.
6-16, 6-27
9Lubricate.
Engine oil9Check oil level.
6-9 ~ 6-12
9Fill with oil if necessary.
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition.
6-24 ~ 6-27
9Adjust if necessary.
Wheels and tires9Check tire pressure, wear, damage and spoke tightness.
6-17 ~ 6-19
9Tighten spokes if necessary.
Control and meter cable9Check for smooth operation.
6-27
9Lubricate if necessary.
Brake and shift pedal shafts9Check for smooth operation.
6-28
9Lubricate if necessary.
Brake and clutch lever pivots9Check for smooth operation.
6-28
9Lubricate if necessary.
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NOTE:
8The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
8Hydraulic brake system
8When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper, always replace the brake fluid. Check the brake fluid
level regularly and fill as required.
8Replace the oil seals on the inner parts of the master cylinder and caliper every two years.
8Replace the brake hoses every four years or if cracked or damaged.
* Since these items require special tools, data and technical skills, they should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Every
Every
6,000 km 12,000 km
No. ITEM CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE JOBSINITIAL or or
1,000 km 6 months 12 months
(Whichever (Whichever
comes first) comes first)
9Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
21 Engine oil9Correct if necessary.ÖÖÖ
9Change. (Warm engine before draining.)
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Engine oil filter element9Replace.ÖÖ
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EAU01523Engine oil
Oil level inspection
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
place and hold it in an upright
position. Warm up the engine
for several minutes.
NOTE:
Be sure the motorcycle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the oil level. A slight tilt toward the
side can result in false readings.
1. Oil level window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
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Installation
1. Measure the electrode gap
with a wire thickness gauge
and, if necessary, adjust the
gap to specification.
2. Clean the gasket surface. Wipe
off any grime from the
threads.
3. Install the spark plug and tight-
en it to the specified torque.
a. Spark plug gap
NOTE:
If a torque wrench is not available
when you are installing a spark
plug, a good estimate of the cor-
rect torque is 1/4 to 1/2 turn past
finger tight. Have the spark plug
tightened to the specified torque as
soon as possible.
4. Install the spark plug caps.
Spark plug gap:
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
12.5 Nm (1.25 m0kg)
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2. With the engine stopped,
check the oil level through the
level window located at the
lower part of the right side
crankcase cover.
NOTE:
Wait a few minutes until the oil
level settles before checking.
3. The oil level should be
between maximum level and
minimum level marks. If the
level is low, fill engine with
sufficient oil to raise it to the
specified level.
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Engine oil and oil filter element
replacement
1. Warm up the engine for a few
minutes.
2. Stop the engine. Place an oil
pan under the engine and
remove the oil filler cap.
1. Oil filler cap
3. Remove the drain plug and
drain the oil.
1. Engine oil drain plug
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8Do not put in any chemical
additives. Engine oil also lubri-
cates the clutch and additives
could cause clutch slippage.
8Be sure no foreign material
enters the crankcase.
9. Start the engine and warm up
for a few minutes. While
warming up, check for oil leak-
age. If oil leakage is found,
stop the engine immediately
and check for the cause.
10. Stop the engine and check the
oil level. Recommended oil:
See page 8-1.
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
1.7 L
Periodic oil change:
1.4 L
With oil filter replacement:
1.6 L
EAU01174*Air filter
The air filter should be cleaned at
the specified intervals. It should be
cleaned more frequently if you are
riding in unusually wet or dusty
areas.
1. Bolt
2. Air filter cover
3. Air filter case
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98Use only the designated quali-
ty brake fluid. Otherwise, the
rubber seals may deteriorate,
causing leakage and poor
brake performance.
NOTE:
If DOT 4 is not available, DOT 3 can
be used.
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 significant-
ly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in
vapor lock. Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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Rear brake
Apply the brake and inspect the
wear indicator.
If the indicator reaches the wear
limit line, ask a Yamaha dealer to
replace the shoes.
1. Wear limit line
2. Wear indicator
EAU00732Inspecting the brake fluid
level
Insufficient 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 mas-
ter cylinder is level by turning
the handlebars.
1. Minimum level mark
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8Brake fluid may deteriorate
painted surfaces or plastic
parts. Always clean up spilled
fluid immediately.
8Have a Yamaha dealer check
the cause if the brake fluid
level goes down.EAU00742Brake fluid replacement
The brake fluid should be replaced
only by trained Yamaha service
personnel. Have the Yamaha deal-
er replace the following compo-
nents during periodic maintenance
or when they are damaged or leak-
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8oil seals (every two years)
8brake hoses (every four years)
EAU00744Drive chain slack check
NOTE:
Spin the wheel several times and
find the tightest position of the
chain. Check and/or adjust the
chain slack while it’s in this tightest
position.
To check the chain slack the motor-
cycle must be held straight up with
both wheels on the ground and
without rider. Check the slack at
the position shown in the illustra-
tion. Normal slack is approximately
30 ~ 40 mm. If the slack exceeds
40 mm, adjust.
a. Chain slack
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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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Operation check
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
place.
2. Hold the motorcycle in an
upright position and apply the
front brake.
3. Push down hard on the han-
dlebars several times and
check if the fork rebounds
smoothly.
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If any damage or unsmooth move-
ment is found with the front fork,
consult a Yamaha dealer.
EAU02939Front fork inspection
Visual checkEW000115
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Securely support the motorcycle
so there is no danger of it falling
over.
Check for scratches or damage on
the inner tube and excessive oil
leakage from the front fork.
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