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Adjusting the throttle cable
free playThe throttle cable free play should
measure 3–5 mm at the throttle grip.
Periodically check the throttle cable
free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.NOTE:
The engine idling speed must be cor-
rectly adjusted before checking and
adjusting the throttle cable free play.
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. To increase the throttle cable
free play, turn the adjusting nut
in direction a. To decrease the
throttle cable free play, turn the
adjusting nut in direction b.
3. Tighten the locknut.
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TiresTo maximize the performance, dura-
bility, and safe operation of your
motorcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be
checked and, if necessary, adjusted
before each ride.
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w8The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the tempera-
ture of the tires equals the
ambient temperature).
8The tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with
the riding speed and with the
total weight of rider, passen-
ger, cargo, and accessories
approved for this model.
a
2 1
b
a
a. Free play 1. Locknut
2. Adjusting nut
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wBecause loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking,
performance and safety character-
istics of your motorcycle, you
should keep the following precau-
tions in mind.
8NEVER OVERLOAD THE
MOTORCYCLE! Operation of
an overloaded motorcycle may
result in tire damage, loss of
control, or severe injury. Make
sure that the total weight of
rider, passenger, cargo, and
accessories does not exceed
the specified maximum load
for the vehicle.
8Do not carry along loosely
packed items, which can shift
during a ride.
8Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
motorcycle and distribute the
weight evenly on both sides.
8Adjust the suspension and tire
air pressure with regard to the
load.
8Check the tire condition and
air pressure before each ride.
Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before
each ride. If the center tread depth
reaches the specified limit, if the tire
has a nail or glass fragments in it, or
if the sidewall is cracked, have a
Yamaha dealer replace the tire imme-
diately.NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always com-
ply with the local regulations.
1a
1. Tire side wall
a. Tread depth
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Load* Front Rear
Up to 90 kg175 kPa
(1.75 kgf/cm
2,
1.75 bar)200 kPa
(2.00 kgf/cm
2,
2.00 bar)
90 kg–maximum175 kPa
(1.75 kgf/cm
2,
1.75 bar)225 kPa
(2.25 kgf/cm
2,
2.25 bar)
Maximum load*180 kg
179 kg (CH, A)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories
Minimum tire tread depth
(front and rear)1.6 mm
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Changing the brake fluidHave a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the NOTE after the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addi-
tion, have the oil seals of the master
cylinders and calipers 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.
2. 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.
a
a. Drive chain slack
Drive chain slack:
25–40 mm
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Model TDR125
Dimensions
Overall length 2,120 mm
(F, GB, IRL, B, P, GR, E)
2,185 mm (S, SF, D, CH, A)
Overall width 840 mm
Overall height 1,295 mm
Seat height 850 mm
Wheel base 1,405 mm
Ground clearance 270 mm
Minimum turning radius 2,200 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)135 kg
136 kg (CH, A)
Engine
Engine type Liquid cooled 2-stroke,
gasoline
Cylinder arrangement Forward inclined single
cylinder
Displacement 125 cm
3
Bore ×Stroke 56.0 ×50.7 mm
Compression ratio 6.6:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Separate lubrication
(Yamaha Autolube)Engine oil (2-cycle)
Type Yamalube 2 or equivalent
2-stroke engine oil
Capacity
Total amount 1.2 L
Transmission oil
Type SAE 10W30 SE motor oil
Capacity
Periodic oil change 0.75 L
Total amount 0.8 L
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)1.05 L
Air filterWet type element
Fuel
Type REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity 11 L
Reserve amount 2.2 L
Carburetor
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Model ×quantity TM28SS ×1
Specifications
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Spark plug
Manufacturer/model NGK/BR9ES
Spark plug gap 0.7–0.8 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio 71/22 (3.227)
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 3.563
Number of drive chain
sprocket teeth (rear/front) 57/16
Transmission type Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation Left foot
Gear ratio 1st 2.833
2nd 1.875
3rd 1.412
4th 1.143
5th 0.957
6th 0.818
Chassis
Frame type Semi double cradle
Caster angle 26°
Trail 116 mmTires
Front
Type Tubeless
Size 100/90-18 56P or
100/90-18 M/C 56P
Manufacturer/ BRIDGESTONE / TW53
model DUNLOP / D602F
Rear
Type Tubeless
Size 130/80-17 65P or
130/80-17 M/C 65P
Manufacturer/ BRIDGESTONE / TW54
model DUNLOP / D602
Maximum load* 180 kg
179 kg (CH, A)
Air pressure (cold tire)
up to 90 kg load*
Front
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm
2, 1.75 bar)
Rear
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm
2, 2.00 bar)
90 kg load–Maximum
load*
Front
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm
2, 1.75 bar)
Rear
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm
2, 2.25 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
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Conversion tableAll specification data in this manual are listed in SI and
METRIC UNITS.
Use this table to convert METRIC unit data to
IMPERIAL unit data.
Ex.
METRIC MULTIPLIER IMPERIAL
** mm×0.03937 = ** in
2 mm×0.03937 = 0.08 inCONVERSION TABLE
METRIC TO IMPERIAL
Metric unit Multiplier Imperial unit
m•kgf 7.233 ft•lb
Torque m•kgf 86.794 in•lb
cm•kgf 0.0723 ft•lb
cm•kgf 0.8679 in•lb
Weightkg 2.205 lbg 0.03527 oz
Speed km/hr 0.6214 mph
km 0.6214 mi
m 3.281 ft
Distance m 1.094 yd
cm 0.3937 in
mm 0.03937 in
cc (cm
3) 0.03527 oz (IMP liq.)
Volume/ cc (cm3) 0.06102 cu•in
Capacity L (liter) 0.8799 qt (IMP liq.)
L (liter) 0.2199 gal (IMP liq.)
kgf/mm 55.997 lb/in
Misc. kgf/cm
2
14.2234 psi (lb/in
2)
Centigrade (°C) 9/5+32 Fahrenheit (°F)
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