2002 YAMAHA YZ125LC tire pressure

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SPECGENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Carburetor:
Type/Manufacturer TMXχ
38SS/MIKUNI
Spark plug:
Type/Manufacturer BR9EG/NGK
Gap 0.5~0.6 mm (0.020~0.024 in)
Clutch type: Wet, multiple-disc
Transmission:
Primary reduction system Gear
Primary reduction ratio 64/19 (3.368)
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 49/13 (3.769)
Transmission type Constant mesh, 5-speed
Operation Left foot operation
Gear ratio: 1st 27/12 (2.250)
2nd 31/17 (1.824)
3rd 29/19 (1.526)
4th 24/19 (1.263)
5th 25/23 (1.087)
Chassis:USA, ZA, AUS, NZEUROPE,CDN
Frame type Semi double cradle←
Caster angle 25.6° 25.4°
Trail 108 mm (4.25 in) 104 mm (4.09 in)
Tire:
Type With tube
Size (front) 80/100-21 51M
Size (rear) 100/90-19 57M
Tire pressure (front and rear) 100 kPa (1.0 kgf/cm2, 15 psi)
Brake:
Front brake type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Rear brake type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot operation
Suspension:
Front suspension Telescopic fork
Rear suspension Swingarm (link type monocross suspension)
Shock absorber:
Front shock absorber Coil spring/oil damper
Rear shock absorber Coil spring/Gas, oil damper
Wheel travel:
Front wheel travel 300 mm (11.8 in)
Rear wheel travel 315 mm (12.4 in)
Electrical:
Ignition system CDI magneto
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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
INSP
ADJ
Item Remarks
COOLING SYSTEM
Check coolant level and leakage
Check radiator cap operation
Replace coolantEvery two years
Inspect hoses
OUTSIDE NUTS AND BOLTS Refer to “STARTING
RetightenAND BREAK-IN” section
in the CHAPTER 1.
AIR FILTER
Clean and lubricateUse foam air-filter oil
Replace
FRAME
Clean and inspect
FUEL TANK, COCK
Clean and inspect
BRAKES
Adjust lever position and pedal height
Lubricate pivot point
Check brake disc surface
Check fluid level and leakage
Retighten brake disc bolts, caliper bolts,

master cylinder bolts and union bolts
Replace pads
Replace brake fluidEvery one year
FRONT FORKS
Inspect and adjust
Replace oilSuspension oil “01”
Replace oil seal
FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST SEAL
Clean and lubeLithium base grease
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
(After
Inspect and adjustrain ride)
Lube Molybdenum disulfide grease
Retighten
CHAIN GUARD AND ROLLERS
Inspect
SWINGARM
Inspect, lube and retightenMolybdenum disulfide grease
RELAY ARM, CONNECTING ROD
Inspect, lube and retightenMolybdenum disulfide grease
STEERING HEAD
Inspect free play and retighten
Clean and lubeLithium base grease
Replace bearing
TIRE, WHEELS
Inspect air pressure, wheel run-out,

tire wear and spoke looseness
Retighten sprocket bolt
Inspect bearings
Replace bearings
LubricateLithium base grease
THROTTLE, CONTROL CABLE
Check routing and connectionYamaha cable lube or
LubricateSAE 10W-30 motor oil
After
break-
inEvery
raceEvery
thirdEvery
fifthAs re-
quired
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PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
INSP
ADJ
EC320000
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Before riding for break-in operation, practice or a race, make sure the machine is in good operating
condition.
Before using this machine, check the following points.
EC321000
GENERAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Item Routine Page
Coolant Check that coolant is filled up to the radiator filler cap.
Check the cooling system for leakage.P3-5~9
Fuel Check that a fresh mixture of oil and gasoline is filled in
the fuel tank. Check the fuel line for leakage.P1-12
Transmission oil Check that the oil level is correct. Check the crankcase
for leakage.P3-12~14
Gear shifter and clutch Check that gears can be shifted correctly in order and
that the clutch operates smoothly.P3-9
Throttle grip/Housing Check that the throttle grip operation and free play
are correctly adjusted. Lubricate the throttle grip and P3-10~11
housing, if necessary.
Brakes Check the play of front brake and effect of front and
rear brake.P3-17~23
Chain Check chain slack and alignment. Check that the chain
is lubricated properly.P3-24~26
Wheels Check for excessive wear and tire pressure. Check for
loose spokes and have no excessive play.P3-34~35
Steering Check that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and
have no excessive play.P3-35~36
Front forks and Check that they operate smoothly and there is no oil
rear shock absorber leakage.P3-26~33
Cables (wires) Check that the clutch and throttle cables move smooth-
ly. Check that they are not caught when the handlebars —
are turned or when the front forks travel up and down.
Muffler Check that the muffler is tightly mounted and has no
cracks.P3-15~16
Sprocket Check that the driven sprocket tightening bolt is
not loose.P3-24
Lubrication Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. P3-37
Bolts and nuts Check the chassis and engine for loose bolts and nuts. P1-16
Lead connectors Check that the CDI magneto, CDI unit, and ignition coil
are connected tightly.P1-6
Settings Is the machine set suitably for the condition of the
racing course and weather or by taking into account the
P7-1~24
results of test runs before racing? Are inspection and
maintenance completely done?
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TIRE PRESSURE CHECK/SPOKES INSPECTION AND
TIGHTENING/WHEEL INSPECTIONINSP
ADJ
EC36Q001
TIRE PRESSURE CHECK
1. Measure:
9Tire pressure
Out of specification Adjust.
NOTE:
9Check the tire while it is cold.
9Loose bead stoppers allow the tire to slip off its
position on the rim when the tire pressure is
low.
9A tilted tire valve stem indicates that the tire
slips off its position on the rim.
9If the tire valve stem is found tilted, the tire is
considered to be slipping off its position.
Correct the tire position.
EC36S002
SPOKES INSPECTION AND TIGHTENING
1. Inspect:
9Spokes 1
Bend/Damage Replace.
Loose spoke Retighten.
2. Tighten:
9Spokes
NOTE:
Be sure to retighten these spokes before and af-
ter break-in. After a practice or a race check
spokes for looseness.
EC36T000
WHEEL INSPECTION
1. Inspect:
9Wheel runout
Elevate the wheel and turn it.
Abnormal runout Replace.
Standard tire pressure:
100 kPa (1.0 kgf/cm
2, 15 psi)
3 Nm (0.3 m•kg, 2.2 ft•lb)
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TUNSETTING
EC72N000
Drive and driven sprockets setting parts
EC721003
Tire pressure
Tire pressure should be adjust to suit the road
surface condition of the circuit.
9Under a rainy, muddy, sandy, or slippery condi-
tion, the tire pressure should be lower for a larg-
er area of contact with the road surface.
9Under a stony or hard road condition, the tire
pressure should be higher to prevent a flat tire.
Part name Size Part number
Drive sprocket
1 1
12T 9383A-12017
(STD) 13T 9383A-13031
14T 9383A-14054
Driven sprocket 2 2
47T
5ET-25447-00
48T5NY-25448-00
(STD) 49T5NY-25449-00
50T5NY-25450-00
51T5NY-25451-00
52T5NY-25452-00
Standard tire pressure:
100 kPa (1.0 kgf/cm
2, 15 psi)
Extent of adjustment:
60~80 kPa
(0.6~0.8 kgf/cm
2, 9.0~12 psi)
Extent of adjustment:
100~120 kPa
(1.0~1.2 kgf/cm
2, 15~18 psi)
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