2002 YAMAHA DT125R catalytic converter

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY ............... 1-1
DESCRIPTION .................................................. 2-1
Left view ......................................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............................... 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS .. 3-1
Main switch ..................................................... 3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............................ 3-1
Speedometer unit .......................................... 3-2
Tachometer .................................................... 3-2
Coolant temperature gauge ............................ 3-3
Handlebar switches ........................................ 3-3
Clutch lever .................................................... 3-4
Shift pedal ...................................................... 3-4
Brake lever ..................................................... 3-5
Brake pedal .................................................... 3-5
Fuel tank cap .................................................. 3-5
Fuel (except for Switzerland and Austria) ...... 3-6
Fuel (for Switzerland and Austria) ................. 3-6
Catalytic converter
(for Switzerland and Austria) ....................... 3-7
2-stroke engine oil .......................................... 3-8
Fuel cock ........................................................ 3-9
Starter (choke) lever ..................................... 3-10Kickstarter .................................................... 3-10
Steering lock ................................................. 3-10
Seat .............................................................. 3-11
Helmet holder ............................................... 3-12
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ....... 3-12
Carrier .......................................................... 3-14
YEIS handling precautions .......................... 3-14
YPVS ............................................................ 3-14
Sidestand ..................................................... 3-15
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........................ 3-16
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............................. 4-1
Pre-operation check list .................................. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ............................................... 5-1
Starting a cold engine .................................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine .................................. 5-2
Shifting ........................................................... 5-2
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only) .................................. 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................ 5-3
Engine break-in .............................................. 5-4
Parking ........................................................... 5-5
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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w8Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow
when the fuel warms up and
expands.
8Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
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cCImmediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts.
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Your Yamaha engine has been
designed to use regular unleaded
gasoline with a research octane num-
ber of 91 or higher. If knocking (or
pinging) occurs, use a gasoline of a
different brand or premium unleaded
fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
spark plug life and reduce mainte-
nance costs.
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Catalytic converter(for Switzerland and Austria)
This motorcycle is equipped with a
catalytic converter in the exhaust
chamber.
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wThe exhaust system is hot after
operation. Make sure that the
exhaust system has cooled down
before doing any maintenance
work.
Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
10.0 L
Reserve amount:
1.8 L
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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cCThe following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard
or other damages.
8Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
8Never park the motorcycle
near possible fire hazards
such as grass or other materi-
als that easily burn.
8Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
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2-stroke engine oilMake sure that there is sufficient oil in
the 2-stroke engine oil tank. Add the
recommended 2-stroke engine oil if
necessary.NOTE:
Make sure that the 2-stroke engine
oil tank cap is properly installed.
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1. 2-stroke engine oil tank cap
2. Stopper
Recommended oil:
Yamalube 2 or equivalent
2-stroke engine oil (JASO
grade “FC”, or ISO grades
or “EG-D”)
Oil quantity:
1.2 L
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