2001 YAMAHA TDR 125 engine oil

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*Tires¥Check tread depth and for damage.
¥Replace if necessary.
¥Check air pressure.
¥Correct if necessary.ÖÖÖÖ
10*Wheel bearings¥Check bearing for looseness or damage.ÖÖÖÖ
11*Swingarm¥Check swingarm pivoting point for play.ÖÖÖÖ
¥Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Every 24,000km
12Drive chain¥Check chain slack.
¥Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.
¥Clean and lubricate.Every 1,000 km and after washing the motorcycle
or riding in the rain.
13*Steering bearings¥Check bearing play and steering for roughness.ÖÖÖÖÖ
¥Lubricate with lithium-soap-based greaseEvery 24,000km
14*Chassis fasteners¥Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.ÖÖÖÖÖ
15Sidestand¥Check operation.
¥Lubricate.ÖÖÖÖÖ
16*Sidestand switch¥Check operation.ÖÖÖÖÖÖ
17*Front fork¥Check operation and for oil leakage.ÖÖÖÖ
18*Rear shock absorber
assembly¥Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.ÖÖÖÖ
¥Lubricate the pivoting points with molybdenum disulfide
grease.ÖÖ
19*Carburetor¥Check starter (choke) operation.
¥Adjust engine idling speed.ÖÖÖÖÖÖ NO.ITEMCHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (´1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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NOTE:
If a torque wrench is not available
when installing a spark plug, a good
estimate of the correct torque is
1/4Ð1/2 turn past finger tight.
However, the spark plug should be
tightened to the specified torque as
soon as possible.4.Install the spark plug cap.
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0.7Ð0.8 mm
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
20 Nm (2.0 m0kg)
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a.Spark plug gapTo install the spark plug
1.Measure the spark plug gap with
a wire thickness gauge and, if
necessary, adjust the gap to
specification.
2.Clean the surface of the spark
plug gasket and its mating sur-
face, and then wipe off any grime
from the spark plug threads.
3.Install the spark plug with the
spark plug wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque.
EAU03751
Transmission oilThe transmission oil level should be
checked before each ride. In addition,
the transmission oil must be changed
at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the transmission oil level
1.Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position. NOTE:
Make sure that the motorcycle is
positioned straight up when checking
the oil level. A slight tilt to the side
can result in a false reading.2.Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
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4.Install the transmission oil drain
bolt, and then tighten it to the
specified torque.
5.Add the specified amount of the
recommended transmission oil,
and then install and tighten the
oil filler cap.1.Transmission oil drain bolt
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1.Oil filler capTo change the transmission oil
1.Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2.Place an oil pan under the trans-
mission to collect the used oil.
3.Remove the oil filler cap and
drain bolt to drain the oil from the
transmission.
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Transmission oil drain bolt:
15 Nm (1.5 m0kg)
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1.Check window
2.Minimum level mark3.Wait a few minutes until the oil
settles, and then check the oil
level through the check window
located at the right side of the
crankcase.NOTE:
The transmission oil should be above
the minimum level mark.4.If the oil is below the minimum
level mark, remove the oil filler
cap, add sufficient oil of the rec-
ommended type to raise it to the
correct level, and then install and
tighten the cap.
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EC000077
cC8In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the transmission
oil also lubricates the clutch),
do not mix any chemical addi-
tives with the oil.
8Make sure that no foreign
material enters the transmis-
sion.6.Start the engine, and then let it
idle for several minutes while
checking the transmission for oil
leakage. If oil is leaking, immedi-
ately turn off the engine and
check for the cause.
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9 Recommended transmission oil:
See page 8-1
Oil quantity:
Periodic oil change:
0.75 L
Total amount (dry transmission):
0.8 L
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1.Maximum level mark
2.Minimum level mark2.Check the coolant level in the
coolant reservoir.NOTE:
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.3.If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, open the
reservoir cap, add coolant to the
maximum level mark, and then
close the reservoir cap.
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CoolantTo check the coolant level
1.Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.NOTE:
8The coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
8Make sure that the motorcycle is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A
slight tilt to the side can result in
a false reading.
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9 4.Lift the front of the fuel tank to
position the fuel tank away from
the air filter case. (Do not discon-
nect the fuel hoses!)
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w8Make sure that the fuel tank is
well supported.
8Do not tilt or pull the fuel tank
too much, otherwise the fuel
hoses may come loose, which
could cause fuel leakage.
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1.Relay (´2)
2.Air filter case cover
3.Screw (´7)5.Remove the relays by pulling
them off their holders, and the air
filter case cover by removing the
screws.
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1.Sponge material6.Pull the sponge material out,
clean it with solvent, and then
squeeze the remaining solvent
out.
7.Apply oil of the recommended
type to the entire surface of the
sponge material, and then
squeeze the excess oil out.NOTE:
The sponge material should be wet
but not dripping.
Recommended oil:
2-stroke engine oil
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Checking and lubricating the
cablesThe operation of all control cables
and the condition of the cables
should be checked before each ride,
and the cables and cable ends
should be lubricated if necessary. If a
cable is damaged or does not move
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check or replace it.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
EW000112
wDamage to the outer sheath may
interfere with proper cable opera-
tion and will cause the inner cable
to rust. Replace a damaged cable
as soon as possible to prevent
unsafe conditions.
2.Wipe the drive chain dry.
3.Thoroughly lubricate the drive
chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.
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cCDo not use engine oil or any other
lubricants for the drive chain, as
they may contain substances that
could damage the O-rings.
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Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cableThe operation of the throttle grip and
the condition of the throttle cable
should be checked before each ride,
and the cable should be lubricated or
replaced if necessary.NOTE:
Since the throttle grip must be
removed to access the throttle cable
end, the throttle grip and the cable
should always be lubricated at the
same time.1.Remove the throttle grip by
removing the screws.
2.Disconnect the throttle cable,
hold it up, and then apply several
drops of oil to the cable end,
allowing it to trickle into the
sheath.
3.Connect the throttle cable, and
then grease the inside of the
throttle grip housing.4.Grease the metal-to-metal con-
tact surface of the throttle grip,
and then install the grip by
installing the screws.
Recommended lubricant:
Throttle cable:
Engine oil
Throttle grip housing and grip:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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Adjusting the Autolube
pumpThe Autolube pump is a vital and
sophisticated component of the
engine, which must be adjusted by a
Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
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CareWhile the open design of a motorcy-
cle reveals the attractiveness of the
technology, it also makes it more vul-
nerable. Rust and corrosion can
develop even if high-quality compo-
nents are used. A rusty exhaust pipe
may go unnoticed on a car, however,
it detracts from the overall appear-
ance of a motorcycle. Frequent and
proper care does not only comply
with the terms of the warranty, but it
will also keep your motorcycle looking
good, extend its life and optimize its
performance.Before cleaning
1.Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag after the engine has
cooled down.
2.Make sure that all caps and cov-
ers as well as all electrical cou-
plers 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
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cC8Avoid using strong acidic
wheel cleaners, especially on
spoked wheels. If such prod-
ucts are used on hard-to-
remove dirt, do not leave the
cleaner on the affected area
any longer than instructed.
Also, thoroughly rinse the area
off with water, immediately dry
it, and then apply a corrosion
protection spray.
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.
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