2006 YAMAHA DT125R tires

SAFETY INFORMATION.....................1-1
DESCRIPTION.....................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-2
Controls and instruments .................2-3
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS........................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-1
Indicator and warning lights .............3-2
Speedometer unit .............................3-3
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
Catalytic converter............................3-6
2-stroke engine oil ............................3-7
Fuel cock ..........................................3-7
Starter (choke) lever..........................3-8
Seat...................................................3-8
Shock absorber ................................3-9
YEIS handling precautions ...............3-9
YPVS .................................................3-9
Sidestand ........................................3-10
Ignition circuit cut-off system .........3-10
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS...............4-1
Pre-operation check list....................4-2OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS................................................5-1
Starting a cold engine ......................5-1
Starting a warm engine ....................5-2
Shifting ..............................................5-2
Engine break-in.................................5-2
Parking ..............................................5-3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR...................................6-1
Owner’s tool kit .................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart ............................6-2
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .....................................6-5
Checking the spark plug ..................6-6
Transmission oil ................................6-7
Coolant .............................................6-8
Cleaning the air filter element
and check hose ...........................6-10
Ajusting the carburetor ...................6-11
Adjusting the engine idling
speed...........................................6-12
Ajusting the throttle cable free
play ..............................................6-12
Tires ................................................6-13
Spoke wheels .................................6-15
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ..............................................6-15
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ..............................................6-16Adjusting the brake pedal position
and free play................................6-17
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ..........................................6-17
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ..................................6-18
Changing the brake fluid ................6-19
Checking the drive chain slack ......6-19
Adjusting the drive chain slack.......6-20
Lubricating the drive chain .............6-20
Checking and lubricating the
cables ..........................................6-21
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable .................6-21
Adjusting the autolube pump .........6-21
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals.................6-21
Checking and lubricating the
breake and clutch levers .............6-21
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .....................................6-21
Checking the front fork ...................6-22
Checking the steering.....................6-22
Checking the wheel bearings .........6-23
Replacing the fuse ..........................6-24
Replacing the headlight bulb..........6-24
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb .............................................6-25
Replacing the turn signal light
bulb .............................................6-26
Supporting the motorcycle .............6-26
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Control cables• Make sure that operation is smooth.
6-21• Lubricate if necessary.
• Check chain slack.
Drive chain• Adjust if necessary.
6-19/6-20
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary.
• Check for damage.
Wheels and tires• Check tire condition and tread depth.
6-13
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
Brake and shift pedals• Make sure that operation is smooth.
6-21
• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.
Brake and clutch levers• Make sure that operation is smooth.
6-21
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
Sidestand• Make sure that operation is smooth.
6-21
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.
Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
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• Tighten if necessary.
Instruments, lights,• Check operation.
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signals and switches• Correct if necessary.
Engine stop switch• Check operation.3-3
Sidestand switch• Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
3-11
• If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-3
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ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km) ANNUAL
CHECK
NoITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1 6 12 18 24
9*Tires• Check tread depth and for damage.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure.√√√√ √
• Correct if necessary.
10 *Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
11 *Swingarm• Check operation and for excessive play.√√√√• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 24000 km
• Check chain slack, alignment and condition.
12Drive chain• Adjust and lubricate chain with a special O-ring chain Every 500 km and after washing the
lubricant thoroughly.motorcycle or riding in the rain
13 *Steering bearings• Check bearing play and steering for roughness.√√ √ √√• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50000 km
14 *Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
√√√√ √
are properly tightened.
15Sidestand• Check operation.
• Lubricate.√√√√ √
16 *Sidestand switch• Check operation.√√ √ √√ √
17 *Front fork• Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
18 *Shock absorber assembly•Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.√√√√
Rear suspension relay • Check operation.√√√√
19 *arm and connecting arm
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
√√
pivoting points
20 *Carburetor• Check starter (choke) operation.
• Adjust engine idling speed.√√ √ √√ √
21 *Autolube pump• Check operation.
• Bleed if necessary.√√√√
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU21590
Tires
To maximize the performance, durabi-
lity, and safe operation of your
motorcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be chec-
ked and, if necessary, adjusted befo-
re each ride.
EWA10500
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WARNING
The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperatu-
re of the tires equals the
ambient temperature).
The tire air pressure must be
adjusted in accordance with
the riding speed and with the
total weight of rider, passenger,
cargo, and accessories appro-
ved for this model.
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
DT125R
Up to 90 kg (198 lb):
Front:
150 kPa (21,8 psi) (1,5 kgf/cm
2)
Rear:
175 kPa (25,4 psi) (1,75 kgf/cm
2)
90 kg (198 lb) to maximum load:
Front:
175 kPa (25,4 psi) (1,75 kgf/cm
2)
Rear:
200 kPa (28,9 psi) (2 kgf/cm
2)
Maximum load*:
178 kg (392 lb)
DT125X
Up to 90 kg (198 lb):
Front:
180 kPa (26,1 psi) (1,8 kgf/cm
2)
Rear:
200 kPa (28,9 psi) (2 kgf/cm
2)
90 kg (198 lb) to maximum load:
Front:
180 kPa (26,1 psi) (1,8 kgf/cm
2)
Rear:
200 kPa (28,9 psi) (2 kgf/cm
2)
Maximum load*:
180 kg (396 lb)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go and accessories
EWA11200
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WARNING
Because loading has an enormous
impact on the handling, braking,
performance and safety characte-
ristics of your vehicle, you should
keep the following precautions in
mind.
NEVER OVERLOAD THE VEHI-
CLE! Operation of an overloa-
ded motorcycle may result in
tire damage, loss of control, or
severe injury. Make sure that
the total weight of rider, pas-
senger, cargo, and accessories
does not exceed the specified
maximum load for the vehicle.
Do not carry along loosely pac-
ked items, which can shift
during a ride.
Securely pack the heaviest
items close to the center of the
vehicle and distribute the
weight evenly on both sides.
Adjust the tire air pressure with
regard to the load.
Check the tire condition and air
pressure before each ride.
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Tire inspection
1.Wear limit
2. Side wall
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 Yama-
ha dealer replace the tire immediately.
Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
1.6 mm (0.06 in)
NOTE:
The tire tread depth limits may differ
from country to country. Always
comply with the local regulations.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with tube
tires.
EWA10460
s s
WARNING
The front and rear tires should
be of the same make and
design, otherwise the handling
characteristics of the vehicle
cannot be guaranteed.
After extensive tests, only the
tires listed below have been
approved for this model by
Yamaha Motor España, S.A.
DT125R
Front tire:
Size:
80/90-21 48P
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN / T63
Rear tire:
Size:
110/80-18 58P
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN / T63
DT125X
Front tire:
Size:
120/70-17 58H
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli/Sport Demon
Rear tire:
Size:
140/70-17 66H
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli/Sport Demon
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EWA10570
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WARNING
Have a Yamaha dealer replace
excessively worn tires. Besides
being illegal, operating the
motorcycle with excessively
worn tires decreases riding
stability and can lead to loss of
control.
The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, inclu-
ding the tires, should be left to
a Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional know-
ledge and experience.
It is not recommended to patch
a punctured tube. If unavoida-
ble, however, patch the tube
very carefully and replace it as
soon as possible with a high-
quality product.
EAU21940
Spoke wheels
To maximize the performance, durabi-
lity, and safe operation of your
motorcycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be chec-
ked for cracks, bends or warpa-
ge, and the spokes for looseness
or damage before each ride. If
any damage is found, have a
Yamaha dealer replace the whe-
el. Do not attempt even the sma-
llest repair to the wheel. A defor-
med or cracked wheel must be
replaced.
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced.
An unbalanced wheel can result
in poor performance, adverse
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be “broken in” for
it to develop its optimal characte-
ristics.
EAU22041
Adjusting the clutch lever
free play
1. Lock nut
2. Adjusting bolt
3. Free play
The clutch lever free play should mea-
sure 10-15 mm (0,34-0,59 in) 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).6
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ve any marks. If the windshield
is scratched, use a quality
plastic polishing compound
after washing.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottle-
brush for hard-to-reach areas. Stub-
born dirt and insects will come off
more easily if the area is covered with
a wet cloth for a few minutes before
cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on
roads during winter are extremely
corrosive in combination with water,
carry out the following steps after
each ride in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads.
NOTE:
Salt sprayed on roads in the winter
may remain well into spring.
1. Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
ECA10790
CAUTION
Do not use warm water since it
increases the corrosive action of
the salt.
2. Apply a corrosion protection
spray on all metal, including
chrome- and nickel-plated, surfa-
ces to prevent corrosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a cha-
mois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain
and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally indu-
ced discoloring of stainless-steel
exhaust systems can be removed
through polishing.)4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom-
mended to apply a corrosion pro-
tection spray on all metal, inclu-
ding chrome- and nickel-plated,
surfaces.
5. Use spray oil as a universal clea-
ner to remove any remaining dirt.
6. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces.
8. Let the motorcycle dry comple-
tely before storing or covering it.
EWA10930
s s
WARNING
Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires. If
necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or
acetone, and wash the tires
with warm water and a mild
detergent.
Before operating the motorcy-
cle test its braking performan-
ce and cornering behavior.
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EWA10950
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WARNING
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turning
the engine over.
6. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers
and pedals as well as of the
sidestand/centerstand.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alter-
natively, turn the wheels a little
every month in order to prevent
the tires from becoming degra-
ded in one spot.
8. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a
month. Do not store the battery in
an excessively cold or warm pla-
ce [less than 0 °C (30 °F) or more
than 30 °C (90 °F)]. For more
information on storing the bat-
tery, see page 6-23.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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