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Adjusting the valve
clearanceThe valve clearance changes with
use, resulting in improper air-fuel mix-
ture and/or engine noise. To prevent
this from occurring, the valve clear-
ance must be adjusted by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
EAU04401
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.
EW000082
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.
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Load* Front Rear
Up to 90 kg150 kPa
(1.50 kgf/cm
2,
1.50 bar)150 kPa
(1.50 kgf/cm
2,
1.50 bar)
90 kg–
maximum150 kPa
(1.50 kgf/cm
2,
1.50 bar)175 kPa
(1.75 kgf/cm
2,
1.75 bar)
Maximum load* 180 kg
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories
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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.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. Tire tread depth
8Adjust the tire air pressure
with regard to the load.
8Check the tire condition and
air pressure before each ride.
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 brake
master cylinder and caliper as well as
the brake hose replaced at the inter-
vals listed below or whenever they
are damaged or leaking.
8Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
8Brake hose: Replace every four
years.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
EAU00744
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.
Drive chain slack:
35–60 mm
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SPECIFICATIONS
8
Specifications
Model TW125
Dimensions
Overall length 2,135 mm
Overall width 820 mm
Overall height 1,120 mm
Seat height 820 mm
Wheelbase 1,350 mm
Ground clearance 255 mm
Minimum turning radius 2,100 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)127 kg
Engine
Engine type Air-cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward inclined
single cylinder
Displacement 124 cm
3
Bore ×Stroke 57.0 ×48.8 mm
Compression ratio 10:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Wet sumpEngine oil
Type
Recommended engine oil
classification API Service SE, SF, SG type
or higher
cCBe sure to use motor oils that do not contain anti-friction
modifiers. Passenger car motor oils (often labeled “ENERGY
CONSERVING II”) contain anti-friction additives which will
cause clutch and/or starter clutch slippage, resulting in
reduced component life and poor engine performance.
Capacity
Without oil filter element
removal 1.0 L
With oil filter element removal 1.1 L
Total amount (dry engine) 1.3 L
–10° 0° 10° 20° 30°
40°
SAE 10W/30
SAE 10W/40
SAE 20W/40
SAE 20W/50
–20°
SAE 15W/40 50°C
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Maximum load* 180 kg
Air pressure (cold tire)
up to 90 kg load*
Front
150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm
2, 1.50 bar)
Rear
150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm
2, 1.50 bar)
90 kg load–Maximum
load*
Front
150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm
2, 1.50 bar)
Rear
175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm
2, 1.75 bar)
*Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessoriesWheels
Front
Type Spoke wheel
Size 18 ×2.50
Rear
Type Spoke wheel
Size 14M/C ×MT4.50Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Drum brake
Operation Right foot
Suspension
Front
Type Telescopic fork
Rear
Type Swingarm (Monocross
suspension)
Spring/shock absorber
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 150 mm
Rear 150 mm
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Conversion tableConversion table
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 in
METRIC TO IMPERIAL
Metric unit Multiplier Imperial unit
m•kgf 7.233 ft•lb
Torquem•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)
CONVERSION TABLE
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