2003 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 .........................................3-3
Clutch lever .....................................................3-4
Shift pedal .......................................................3-4
Brake lever ......................................................3-5
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 ................................................3-10
Shock absorber .............................................3-10
Carrier ...........................................................3-10
Luggage strap holders ..................................3-11
Sidestand ......................................................3-11Ignition circuit cut-off system .........................3-12
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 ............................................................5-3
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 .................6-141
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DESCRIPTIONPart locations
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1. 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 3-10)6. Luggage strap holders (page 3-11)
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 lever
The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the han-
dlebar grip.
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1. Brake lever
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Brake pedal
The brake pedal is on the right side
of the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
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1. Brake pedal
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Fuel tank cap
To remove the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the key into the lock and
turn it 1/3 turn counterclockwise.
2. Turn the fuel tank cap 1/3 turn
counterclockwise and pull it off.
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a
1. Fuel tank cap
a. Unlock.
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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 1/3 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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Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed and locked before
riding.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler tube as shown.
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8Do 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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1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
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Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts.
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Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
7.0 L
Reserve amount:
1.7 L
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RES
This indicates reserve. If you run out
of fuel while riding, move the lever to
this position. Fill the tank at the first
opportunity. Be sure to set the lever
back to “ON” after refueling!
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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OFF
ONFUEL RES
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RES
1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES”
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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).
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b
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1. Starter (choke) knob “1”
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Steering lock
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebar all the way to
the 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
RES: Reserve position
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3 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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Seat
To remove the seat
Remove the bolts, and then pull the
seat off.
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1. Bolt (×2)
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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1. Projection
2. Seat holder
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Helmet holder
To 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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Never ride with a helmet attached
to the helmet holder, since the hel-
met may hit objects, causing loss
of control and possibly an acci-
dent.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Helmet holder
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This shock absorber contains high-
ly pressurized nitrogen gas. For
proper handling, read and under-
stand the following information
before handling the shock
absorber. The manufacturer cannot
be held responsible for property
damage or personal injury that may
result from improper handling.
8Do not tamper with or attempt
to open the gas cylinder.
8Do not subject the shock
absorber to an open flame or
other high heat sources, other-
wise it may explode due to
excessive gas pressure.
8Do not deform or damage the
gas cylinder in any way, as
this will result in poor damp-
ing performance.
8Always have a Yamaha dealer
service the shock absorber.
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8Do not exceed the load limit of
3 kg for the carrier.
8Do not exceed the maximum
load of 180 kg for the vehicle.
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1. Carrier
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
68Ride 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.
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Adjusting the clutch lever
free play
The 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.
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b
1. Locknut (clutch lever)
2. Adjusting bolt
c. Free play
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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