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Cast wheelsTo maximize the performance, dura-
bility, and safe operation of your
motorcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
8The wheel rims should be
checked for cracks, bends or
warpage before each ride. If any
damage is found, have a
Yamaha dealer replace the
wheel. Do not attempt even the
smallest repair to the wheel. A
deformed or cracked wheel must
be replaced.
8The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced.
An unbalanced wheel can result
in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
8Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be Òbroken inÓ for
it to develop its optimal charac-
teristics.
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Adjusting the clutch lever
free playThe clutch lever free play should
measure 10Ð15 mm as shown.
Periodically check the clutch lever
free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
1.Loosen the locknut at the clutch
lever.
2.To increase the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in
direction a. To decrease the
clutch lever free play, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction b.1.Locknut (clutch lever)
2.Adjusting bolt
c.Free play
ba
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3.If the specified clutch lever free
play could be obtained as
described above, tighten the
locknut and skip the rest of the
procedure, otherwise proceed as
follows.
4.Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the
clutch lever in direction ato
loosen the clutch cable.
5.Loosen the locknut at the
crankcase.
6.To increase the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting nut in
direction a. To decrease the
clutch lever free play, turn the
adjusting nut in direction b.1.Locknut (crankcase)
2.Adjusting nut
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Changing the brake fluidHave a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. In addition, have the oil
seals of the master cylinder and
caliper as well as the brake hoses
replaced at the intervals listed below
or whenever they are damaged or
leaking.
8Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
8Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
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Drive chain slackThe drive chain slack should be
checked before each ride and adjust-
ed if necessary.
To check the drive chain slack
1.Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.NOTE:
When checking and adjusting the
drive chain slack, the motorcycle
should be positioned straight up and
there should be no weight on it.
a
a.Drive chain slack2.Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
3.Move the rear wheel by pushing
the motorcycle to locate the tight-
est portion of the drive chain,
and then measure the drive
chain slack as shown.
4.If the drive chain slack is incor-
rect, adjust it as follows. Drive chain slack:
25Ð40 mm
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Specifications
ModelTDR125
Dimensions
Overall length2,120 mm
(F, GB, IRL, B, P, GR, E)
2,185 mm (S, SF, D, CH, A)
Overall width840 mm
Overall height1,295 mm
Seat height850 mm
Wheel base1,405 mm
Ground clearance270 mm
Minimum turning radius2,200 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)135 kg
136 kg (CH, A)
Engine
Engine typeLiquid cooled 2-stroke,
gasoline
Cylinder arrangementForward inclined single
cylinder
Displacement125 cm
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Bore ´Stroke56.0 ´50.7 mm
Compression ratio6.6:1
Starting systemElectric starter
Lubrication systemSeparate lubrication
(Yamaha Autolube)Engine oil (2-cycle)
TypeYamalube 2 or equivalent
2-stroke engine oil
Capacity
Total amount1.2 L
Transmission oil
TypeSAE 10W30 SE motor oil
Capacity
Periodic oil change0.75 L
Total amount0.8 L
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)1.05 L
Air filterWet type element
Fuel
TypeRegular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity11 L
Reserve amount2.2 L
Carburetor
ManufacturerMIKUNI
Model ´quantityTM28SS ´1
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