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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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8In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical additives.
Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of
a higher quality than specified.
In addition, do not use oils
labeled “ENERGY CONSERV-
ING
II” or higher.
8Make sure that no foreign
material enters the crankcase.
13. Start the engine, and then let it
idle for several minutes while
checking it for oil leakage. If oil is
leaking, immediately turn the
engine off and check for the
cause.
14. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.
EAU04216
Cleaning the air filter
element and check hose
The air filter element should be
cleaned at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. Clean the air filter element
more frequently if you are riding in
unusually wet or dusty areas. In addi-
tion, the air filter check hose must be
frequently checked and cleaned if
necessary.
To clean the air filter element
1. Remove panel A. (See page 6-5
for panel removal and installation
procedures.)2. Remove the air filter case cover
by removing the screws.
1
2
2
1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw (×4)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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SpecificationsSpecifications
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
cC
In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel specification of “CD” or oils of a
higher quality than specified. In addition, do not use oils
labeled “ENERGY CONSERVING II” or higher.
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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