2002 YAMAHA DT125R Owners Manual

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QGIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
1Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and free-
dom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle
does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving value and operating condition of your
motorcycle. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance
depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of
course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders—more than car drivers—must always be at their mental
and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take
dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and passen-
gers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant synthetic
materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet. Optimum pro-
tective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Although full-coverage helmets and suits,
in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will always be vulnerable.
Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to take chances. This is
even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely, predictably and defensive-
ly—avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Headlight (page 6-36)
2. Radiator cap (page 6-14)
3. Fuel cock (page 3-9)
4. Air filter element (page 6-16)
5. Coolant reservoir tank (page 6-12)6. Helmet holder (page 3-12)
7. Starter (choke) lever (page 3-10)
8. Shift pedal (page 3-4, 5-2)
9. YEIS (page 3-14)
10. YPVS (page 3-14)
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Left view
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DESCRIPTION
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11. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
12. Fuse (page 6-35)
13. Battery (page 6-33)
14. 2-stroke engine oil tank (page 3-8)
15. Brake pedal (page 3-5, 6-23)16. Shock absorber spring
preload adjusting nut (page 3-12)
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Right view
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-4, 6-22)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-3)
3. Speedometer unit (page 3-2)
4. Coolant temperature gauge (page 3-3)
5. Tachometer (page 3-2)6. Right handlebar switch (page 3-4)
7. Brake lever (page 3-5, 6-23)
8. Throttle grip (page 6-18, 6-29)
9. Fuel tank cap (page 3-5)
10. Main switch (page 3-1)
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Controls and instruments
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switchThe main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. The various
main switch positions are described
below.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied
with power, and the engine can be
started. The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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Neutral indicator light “N”
This indicator light comes on when
the transmission is in the neutral
position.
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2-stroke engine oil level warning
light “
7
”
This warning light comes on when
the 2-stroke engine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning
light can be checked according to the
following procedure.
1. Turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
3. If the warning light does not
come on, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical circuit.
NOTE:
Even if the 2-stroke engine oil level is
sufficient, the warning light may flick-
er when riding on a slope or during
sudden acceleration or deceleration,
but this is not a malfunction.
ON
OFF
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Indicator and warning lights
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Turn signal indicator light “5”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
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High beam indicator light “&”
This indicator light comes on when
the high beam of the headlight is
switched on.
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3
4
1. Turn signal indicator light “5”
2. High beam indicator light “&”
3. Neutral indicator light “N”
4. 2-stroke engine oil level warning
light “
7
”
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Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped
with a speedometer, an odometer
and a tripmeter. The speedometer
shows riding speed. The odometer
shows the total distance traveled.
The tripmeter shows the distance
traveled since it was last set to zero
with the reset knob. The tripmeter
can be used to estimate the distance
that can be traveled with a full tank of
fuel. This information will enable you
to plan future fuel stops.
NOTE:
Only for the German model equipped
with a speed limiter:
The speed limiter prevents the motor-
cycle from exceeding a riding speed
of 80 km/h.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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4
2
3
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1. Speedometer unit
2. Odometer
3. Tripmeter
4. Reset knob
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TachometerThe tachometer allows the rider to
monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range.
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cCDo not operate the engine in the
tachometer red zone.
Red zone: 10,500 r/min and above
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1. Tachometer
2. Red zone
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Coolant temperature gaugeWith the key in the “ON” position, the
coolant temperature gauge indicates
the temperature of the coolant. The
coolant temperature varies with
changes in the weather and engine
load. If the needle reaches or enters
the red zone, stop the motorcycle
and let the engine cool. (See page
6-45 for further instructions.)
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cCDo not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
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Turn signal switch “4/6”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “6”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “4”. When
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn
signal lights, push the switch in after
it has returned to the center position.
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Horn switch “*”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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1. Coolant temperature gauge
2. Red zone
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Handlebar switches
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Light switch “9/
'
/:”
Set this switch to “'
” to turn on
the auxiliary light, meter lighting and
taillight. Set the switch to “:” to turn
on the headlight also. Set the switch
to “9” to turn off all the lights.
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Dimmer switch “&/%”
Set this switch to “&” for the high
beam and to “%” for the low beam.
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3
4
1. Light switch “9/
'
/:”
2. Dimmer switch “&/%”
3. Turn signal switch “4/6”
4. Horn switch “*”
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