2002 YAMAHA TW125 lock

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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 lights ................................................ 3-1
Speedometer unit .......................................... 3-2
Handlebar switches ........................................ 3-2
Clutch lever .................................................... 3-4
Shift pedal ...................................................... 3-4
Brake lever ..................................................... 3-4
Brake pedal .................................................... 3-5
Fuel tank cap ................................................. 3-5
Fuel ................................................................ 3-6
Fuel cock ........................................................ 3-7
Starter (choke) knob ...................................... 3-8
Steering lock .................................................. 3-8
Seat ................................................................ 3-9
Helmet holder ................................................. 3-9
Shock absorber ............................................ 3-10
Carrier .......................................................... 3-10
Luggage strap holders ................................. 3-10
Sidestand ..................................................... 3-11Ignition circuit cut-off system ........................ 3-11
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............................ 4-1
Pre-operation check list ................................. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS ............................................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine .................................. 5-2
Shifting ........................................................... 5-3
Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only) .................................. 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................ 5-4
Engine break-in .............................................. 5-4
Parking ........................................................... 5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR ............................................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit .............................................. 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ... 6-2
Removing and installing panels ..................... 6-5
Checking the spark plug ................................ 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ...................... 6-9
Cleaning the air filter element and check
hose .......................................................... 6-12
Adjusting the carburetor ............................... 6-14
Adjusting the engine idling speed ................ 6-14
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DESCRIPTION
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Left view1. Headlight (page 6-34)
2. Steering lock (page 3-8)
3. Fuel tank (page 3-5)
4. Fuel cock (page 3-7)
5. Helmet holder (page 3-9)6. Luggage strap holders (page 3-10)
7. Drive chain adjusting plates (page 6-26)
8. Air filter element (page 6-12)
9. Shift pedal (page 3-4)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Brake pedalThe brake pedal is on the right side
of the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
1
1. Brake pedal
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening with the key insert-
ed in the lock, and then turn the
cap 1/3 turn clockwise.
2. Turn the key 1/4 turn clockwise,
and then remove it.NOTE:
The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly installed and
locked.
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properly closed and locked before
riding.
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Fuel tank capTo remove the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the key into the lock and
turn it 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
2. Turn the fuel tank cap 1/3 turn
counterclockwise and pull it off.
1 b
a
1. Fuel tank cap
a. Unlock.
b. Open.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Starter (choke) knob“1”Starting a cold engine requires a rich-
er air-fuel mixture, which is supplied
by the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction ato turn
on the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction bto turn
off the starter (choke).
a
b
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1. Starter (choke) knob “1”
4. Check that the steering is locked,
remove the key, and then close
the lock cover.
To unlock the steering
1. Open the steering lock cover,
and then insert the steering lock
key.
2. Push the key in, turn it 1/8 turn
counterclockwise so that it
moves out, and then release it.
3. Remove the key, and then close
the lock cover.
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Steering lockSteering lockTo lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebar all the way to
right.
2. Open the steering lock cover,
and then insert the steering lock
key.
3. Turn the key 1/8 turn counter-
clockwise, push it in while turning
the handlebar slightly to the left,
and then turn the key 1/8 turn
clockwise.
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1. Steering lock cover
2. Steering lock
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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SeatTo remove the seat
Remove the bolts, and then pull the
seat off.
1
1. Bolt (
×2)
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Helmet holderTo open the helmet holder, insert the
key into the lock, and then turn the
key as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, place it in
the original position, and then remove
the key.
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to the helmet holder, since the hel-
met may hit objects, causing loss
of control and possibly an acci-
dent.
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1. Helmet holder
To install the seat
1. Insert the projection on the front
of the seat into the seat holder
as shown.
2. Place the seat in the original
position, and then tighten the
bolts.NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.
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2
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6 8Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be “broken in” for
it to develop its optimal charac-
teristics.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.
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Adjusting the clutch lever
free playThe clutch lever free play should
measure 10–15 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.c1
2
ab
1. Locknut (clutch lever)
2. Adjusting bolt
c. Free play
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65. 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.
7. Tighten the locknut at the clutch
lever and the crankcase.3. Tighten the locknut.
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w8After adjusting the brake lever
free play, check the free play
and make sure that the brake
is working properly.
8A soft or spongy feeling in the
brake lever can indicate the
presence of air in the
hydraulic system. If there is air
in the hydraulic system, have
a Yamaha dealer bleed the
system before operating the
motorcycle. Air in the
hydraulic system will diminish
the braking performance,
which may result in loss of
control and an accident.
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1
ba
1. Locknut (crankcase)
2. Adjusting nut
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Adjusting the brake lever
free playThe brake lever free play should
measure 5–8 mm as shown.
Periodically check the brake lever
free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the brake
lever.
2. To increase the brake lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in
direction a. To decrease the
brake lever free play, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction b.
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a
b
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting bolt
c. Free play
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Adjusting the brake pedal
position and free play
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dealer make these adjustments.Brake pedal position
The top of the brake pedal should be
positioned approximately 30 mm
below the top of the footrest.
Periodically check the brake pedal
position and, if necessary, adjust it as
follows.1. Loosen the locknut at the brake
pedal.
2. To raise the brake pedal, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction a. To
lower the brake pedal, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction b.
3. Tighten the locknut.
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position, the brake pedal free play
must be adjusted.
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a
b
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting bolt
c. Brake pedal position
Brake pedal free play
The brake pedal free play should
measure 20–30 mm as shown.
Periodically check the brake pedal
free play and, if necessary, adjust it
as follows.
a
a. Brake pedal free play
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