2004 YAMAHA YZ125LC Fork

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SPECMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE:
1. First, tighten the ring nut approximately 38 Nm (3.8 m•kg, 27 ft•lb) by using the ring nut wrench,
then loosen the ring nut one turn.
2. Retighten the ring nut 7 Nm (0.7 m•kg, 5.1 ft•lb).
Part to be tightened Thread size Q'tyT ightening torqueNm m•kg ft•lb
Handle crown and outer tube M 8 ×1.25 4 23 2.3 17
Under bracket and outer tube M 8 ×1.25 4 20 2.0 14
Handle crown and steering shaft M24 ×1.0 1 145 14.5 105
Handlebar holder (upper) M 8 ×1.25 4 28 2.8 20
Steering ring nut M28 ×1.0 1 Refer to NOTE.
Front fork and cap bolt M51 ×1.5 2 30 3.0 22
Front fork and base valve M30 ×1.0 2 55 5.5 40
Cap bolt and damper rod (front fork) M12 ×1.25 2 29 2.9 21
Bleed screw (front fork) and cap bolt M 5 ×0.8 2 1 0.1 0.7
Front fork and protector M 6 ×1.0 6 10 1.0 7.2
Cable guide (front brake hose) and under bracketM 6 ×1.0 1 4 0.4 2.9
Front fork and brake hose holder M 6 ×1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Front fork and hose cover M 8 ×1.25 1 16 1.6 11
Front fork and hose cover M 6 ×1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Throttle cable cap M 4 ×0.7 2 1 0.1 0.7
Front brake master cylinder and bracket M 6 × 1.0 2 9 0.9 6.5
Brake lever (bolt) M 6 ×1.0 1 6 0.6 4.3
(nut) M 6 ×1.0 1 6 0.6 4.3
Brake lever position locknut M 6 ×1.0 1 5 0.5 3.6
Clutch lever (nut) M 6 ×1.0 1 4 0.4 2.9
Clutch lever holder M 5 ×0.8 2 4 0.4 2.9
Front brake master cylinder cap M 4 ×0.7 2 2 0.2 1.4
Front brake hose union bolt (master cylinder)M10 ×1.25 1 30 3.0 22
Front brake hose union bolt (caliper) M10 ×1.25 1 30 3.0 22
Front brake caliper and front fork M 8 ×1.25 2 23 2.3 17
Grip cap upper and lower M 6 ×1.0 2 4 0.4 2.9
Brake caliper (front and rear) and pad pin plugM10 ×1.0 2 3 0.3 2.2
Brake caliper (front and rear) and pad pin M10 ×1.0 2 18 1.8 13
Brake caliper (front and rear) and bleed screwM 8 ×1.25 2 6 0.6 4.3
Front wheel axle and nut M16 ×1.5 1 105 10.5 75
Front wheel axle holder M 8 ×1.25 4 23 2.3 17
Front brake disc and wheel hub M 6 ×1.0 6 12 1.2 8.7
Rear brake disc and wheel hub M 6 ×1.0 6 14 1.4 10
Brake pedal mounting M 8 ×1.25 1 26 2.6 19
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
INSP
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EC300000
REGULAR INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
EC310053
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
The following schedule is intended as a general guide to maintenance and lubrication. Bear in mind
that such factors as weather, terrain, geographical location, and individual usage will alter the required
maintenance and lubrication intervals. If you are a doubt as to what intervals to follow in maintaining
and lubricating your machine, consult your Yamaha dealer.
Item Remarks
After
break-
inEvery
raceEvery
thirdEvery
fifthAs re-
quired
Inspect crack
Inspect carbon deposits
and eliminate them
Check ring end gap
Inspect carbon deposits
and eliminate them
Check gasket
Inspect score marks
Inspect wear
Inspect carbon deposits
and eliminate them
Inspect housing, friction
plate, clutch plate and
spring
Yamalube 4 (10W-30) or
SAE 10W-30 SE motor oil
Inspect wear
Use chain lube
Chain slack: 40~50 mm
(1.6~2.0 in) PISTON
Inspect and clean

Replace
PISTON RING
Inspect
Replace
PISTON PIN, SMALL END BEARING
Inspect
Replace
CYLINDER HEAD
Inspect and clean
Retighten
CYLINDER
Inspect and clean
Replace
YPVS
Inspect and clean
CLUTCH
Inspect and adjust
Replace
TRANSMISSION
Replace oil
Inspect
Replace bearing
SHIFT FORK, SHIFT CAM, GUIDE BAR
Inspect
ROTOR NUT
Retighten
MUFFLER
Inspect
Clean
CRANK
Inspect and clean
CARBURETOR
Inspect, adjust and clean
SPARK PLUG
Inspect and clean
Replace
DRIVE CHAIN
Lubricate, slack, alignment
Replace
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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 or
Replaceequivalent oil
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
3
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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
P7-1~25
results of test runs before racing? Are inspection and
maintenance completely done?
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FRONT BRAKE PAD INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT
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9Loosen the pad pin 2.
9Remove the brake hose holder 3and
caliper 4from the front fork.
9Remove the pad pin and brake pads 5.
9Connect the transparent hose 6to the
bleed screw 7and place the suitable con-
tainer under its end.
9Loosen the bleed screw and push the
caliper piston in.
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Do not reuse the drained brake fluid.
9Tighten the bleed screw.
9Install the brake pads 8and pad pin.
NOTE:
9Install the brake pads with their projections
ainto the caliper recesses b.
9Temporarily tighten the pad pin at this point.
9Install the brake hose holder 9and caliper
0and tighten the pad pin q.
NOTE:
Fit the brake hose holder cut cover the pro-
jection
don the front fork and clamp the
brake hose.
Bleed screw:
6 Nm (0.6 m•kg, 4.3 ft•b)
Bolt (caliper):
23 Nm (2.3 m•kg, 17 ft•lb)
Pad pin:
18 Nm (1.8 m•kg, 13 ft•lb)
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FRONT FORK INSPECTION
INSP
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3. Adjust:
9Drive chain slack
EC36C000
FRONT FORK INSPECTION
1. Inspect:
9Front fork smooth action
Operate the front brake and stroke the
front fork.
Unsmooth action/oil leakage Repair or
replace.
Drive chain slack adjustment steps:
9Loosen the axle nut 1and locknuts 2.
9Adjust chain slack by turning the
adjusters 3.
To tighten Turn adjuster 3 3
counter-
clockwise.
To loosen Turn adjuster 3 3
clockwise
and push wheel forward.
9Turn each adjuster exactly the same amount
to maintain correct axle alignment. (There are
marks aon each side of chain puller align-
ment.)
NOTE:
Turn the adjuster so that the chain is in line
with the sprocket, as viewed from the rear.
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Too small chain slack will overload the
engine and other vital parts; keep the
slack within the specified limits.
9Tighten the axle nut while pushing down the
drive chain.
9Tighten the locknuts.
Axle nut:
125 Nm (12.5 m•kg, 90 ft•lb)
Locknut:
16 Nm (1.6 m•kg, 11 ft•lb)
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FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST SEAL CLEANING/
FRONT FORK INTERNAL PRESSURE RELIEVING/
FRONT FORK REBOUND DAMPING FORCE ADJUSTMENTINSP
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EC36D001
FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST SEAL
CLEANING
1. Remove:
9Protector
9Dust seal 1
NOTE:
Use a thin screw driver, and be careful not to
damage the inner fork tube and dust seal.
2. Clean:
9Dust seal a
9Oil seal b
NOTE:
9Clean the dust seal and oil seal after every run.
9Apply the lithium soap base grease on the in-
ner tube.
EC36H002
FRONT FORK REBOUND DAMPING FORCE
ADJUSTMENT
1. Adjust:
9Rebound damping force
By turning the adjuster 1.
Stiffer a a
Increase the rebound damping
force. (Turn the adjuster 1 1
in.)
Softer b b
Decrease the rebound
damping force. (Turn the
adjuster 1 1
out.)
EC36f000
FRONT FORK INTERNAL PRESSURE
RELIEVING
NOTE:
If the front fork initial movement feels stiff during
a run, relieve the front fork internal pressure.
1. Elevate the front wheel by placing a suitable
stand under the engine.
2. Remove the air bleed screw 1and release
the internal pressure from the front fork.
3. Install:
9Air bleed screw
1 Nm (0.1 m•kg, 0.7 ft•lb)
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FRONT FORK COMPRESSION DAMPING FORCE
ADJUSTMENTINSP
ADJ
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Do not force the adjuster past the minimum
or maximum extent of adjustment. The ad-
juster may be damaged.
w
Always adjust each front fork to the same
setting. Uneven adjustment can cause
poor handling and loss of stability.
EC36J001
FRONT FORK COMPRESSION DAMPING
FORCE ADJUSTMENT
1. Remove:
9Rubber cap
2. Adjust:
9Compression damping force
By turning the adjuster 1.
Stiffer a a
Increase the compression
damping force. (Turn the
adjuster 1 1
in.)
Softer b b
Decrease the compression
damping force. (Turn the
adjuster 1 1
out.)
Minimum
20 clicks out
(from maximum
position)
9STANDARD POSITION:
This is the position which is back by the spe-
cific number of clicks from the fully turned-in
position.
Extent of adjustment:
Maximum
Fully turned in
position
Standard position:
12 clicks out
*11 clicks out
*For EUROPE
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