2006 YAMAHA YZ125LC maintenance

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SPECMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
EC212201
CHASSIS
Item Standard Limit
Steering system:
Steering bearing type Taper roller bearing…
Front suspension: USA, CDN, ZA,
EUROPE
AUS, NZ
Front fork travel
300 mm (11.8 in)←…
Fork spring free length
454 mm (17.9 in)←449 mm (17.7 in)
Spring rate, STD K=4.0 N/mm←…
(0.408 kg/mm,
22.8 lb/in)
Optional spring Yes←…
Oil capacity 527 cm
3522 cm3…
(18.6 Imp oz, (18.4 Imp oz,
17.8 US oz) 17.6 US oz)
Oil grade Suspension oil ←…
“S1”
Inner tube outer diameter 48 mm (1.89 in)←…
Front fork top end 5 mm (0.2 in)←…
Rear suspension: USA, CDN, ZA,
EUROPE
AUS, NZ
Shock absorber travel
131.5 mm (5.18 in)←…
Spring free length
Approx. 265 mm←…
(10.43 in)
Fitting length
One I.D. paint mark One I.D. paint mark
257 mm (10.12 in) 256 mm (10.08 in)…
Two I.D. paint marks Two I.D. paint marks
263 mm (10.35 in) 262 mm (10.31 in)…
Three I.D. paint marks Three I.D. paint marks
254.5 mm (10.02 in)253.5 mm (9.98 in)…

One I.D. paint mark
245.5 ~ 263.5 mm←…
(9.67 ~ 10.37 in)
Two I.D. paint marks
251.5 ~ 269.5 mm←…
(9.90 ~ 10.61 in)
Three I.D. paint marks
243.0 ~ 261.0 mm←…
(9.57 ~ 10.28 in)
Spring rate, STDK=46.0 N/mm ←…
(4.70 kg/mm,
263.2 lb/in)
Optional spring Yes←…
Enclosed gas pressure 1,000 kPa ←…
(10 kg/cm
2,
142 psi)
Swingarm:
Swingarm free play limit
End…
1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Side clearance…
0.2~0.9 mm
(0.008~0.035 in)
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SPECMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Item Standard Limit
Wheel:
Front wheel type Spoke wheel…
Rear wheel type Spoke wheel…
Front rim size/Material 21 ×1.60/Aluminum…
Rear rim size/Material 19 ×1.85/Aluminum…
Rim runout limit:
Radial…
2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Lateral … 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Drive chain:
Type/Manufacturer DID520DMA2 SDH/DAIDO …
Number of links 111 links+joint …
Chain slack 48~58 mm (1.9~2.3 in) …
Chain length (15 links) … 242.9 mm (9.563 in)
Front disc brake:
Disc outside dia. ×Thickness 250 ×3.0 mm 250 ×2.5 mm
(9.84 ×0.12 in) (9.84 ×0.10 in)
Pad thickness 4.4 mm (0.17 in) 1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Master cylinder inside dia. 11.0 mm (0.433 in)…
Caliper cylinder inside dia. 27.0 mm (1.063 in) ×2…
Brake fluid type DOT #4…
Rear disc brake:
Disc outside dia. ×Thickness 245 ×4.0 mm 245 ×3.5 mm
(9.65 ×0.16 in) (9.65 ×0.14 in)
Deflection limit…
0.15 mm (0.006 in)
Pad thickness 6.4 mm (0.25 in) 1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Master cylinder inside dia. 11.0 mm (0.433 in)…
Caliper cylinder insdie dia. 25.4 mm (1.000 in)…
Brake fluid type DOT #4…
Brake lever & brake pedal:
Brake lever position 95 mm (3.74 in)…
Brake pedal height Zero mm (Zero in)…
(vertical height above footrest top)
Clutch lever free play (lever end) 8~13 mm (0.31~0.51 in)…
Throttle grip free play 3~5 mm (0.12~0.20 in)…
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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
Handlebar holder (lower) M12 ×1.25 2 40 4.0 29
Steering ring nut M28 ×1.0 1 Refer to NOTE.
Front fork and damper assembly M51 ×1.5 2 30 3.0 22
Front fork and adjuster M22 ×1.25 2 55 5.5 40
Damper assembly and base valve M42 ×1.5 2 29 2.9 21
Adjuster and damper assembly M12 ×1.25 2 29 2.9 21
Bleed screw (front fork) and base valve M 5 ×0.8 2 1 0.1 0.7
Front fork and protector M 6 ×1.0 6 7 0.7 5.1
Cable guide (front brake hose) and under bracketM 6 ×1.0 1 4 0.4 2.9
Protector and brake hose holder M 6 ×1.0 2 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
Front brake caliper and brake hose holder M 6 ×1.0 1 10 1.0 7.2
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
Footrest bracket and frame M10 ×1.25 4 55 5.5 40
Brake pedal mounting M 8 ×1.25 1 26 2.6 19


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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SPECMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Part to be tightened Thread size Q'tyT ightening torqueNm m•kg ft•lb
Rear brake master cylinder and frame M 6 ×1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Rear brake master cylinder cap M 4 ×0.7 2 2 0.2 1.4
Rear brake hose union bolt (caliper) M10 ×1.25 1 30 3.0 22
Rear brake hose union bolt (master cylinder) M10 ×1.25 1 30 3.0 22
Rear wheel axle and nut M20 ×1.5 1 125 12.5 90
Nipple (spoke) – 72 3 0.3 2.2
Driven sprocket and wheel hub M 8 ×1.25 6 42 4.2 30
Disc cover and rear brake caliper M 6 ×1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Protector and rear brake caliper M 6 ×1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Chain puller adjust bolt and locknut M 8 ×1.25 2 16 1.6 11
Engine mounting:
Engine and frame (front) M10 ×1.25 1 64 6.4 46
Engine and frame (lower) M10 ×1.25 1 64 6.4 46
Engine bracket and frame M 8 ×1.25 2 34 3.4 24
Engine bracket and engine M 8 ×1.25 1 34 3.4 24
Pivot shaft and nut M16 ×1.5 1 85 8.5 61
Relay arm and swingarm M14 ×1.5 1 70 7.0 50
Relay arm and connecting rod M14 ×1.5 1 80 8.0 58
Connecting rod and frame M14 ×1.5 1 80 8.0 58
Rear shock absorber and frame M10 ×1.25 1 56 5.6 40
Rear shock absorber and relay arm M10 ×1.25 1 53 5.3 38
Rear frame and frame (upper) M 8 ×1.25 1 32 3.2 23
Rear frame and frame (lower) M 8 ×1.25 2 29 2.9 21
Swingarm and brake hose holder M 5 ×0.8 4 2 0.2 1.4
Swingarm and patch M 4 ×0.7 4 2 0.2 1.4
Chain tensioner mounting M 8 ×1.25 2 16 1.6 11
Chain support and swingarm M 6 ×1.0 3 7 0.7 5.1
Seal guard and swingarm M 5 ×0.8 4 6 0.6 4.3
Cable guide and frame M 5 ×0.8 2 4 0.4 2.9
Fuel tank mounting boss and frame M10 ×1.25 2 20 2.0 14
Fuel tank mounting M 6 ×1.0 2 10 1.0 7.2
Fuel tank and fuel cock M 6 ×1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Fuel tank and seat set bracket M 6 ×1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Fuel tank and hooking screw (fitting band) M 6 ×1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
Fuel tank and fuel tank bracket M 6 ×1.0 4 7 0.7 5.1
Air scoop and fuel tank M 6 ×1.0 4 7 0.7 5.1
Air scoop and panel M 6 ×1.0 2 6 0.6 4.3
Front fender mounting M 6 ×1.0 4 7 0.7 5.1
Rear fender mounting (front) M 6 ×1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Rear fender mounting (rear) M 6 ×1.0 2 12 1.2 8.7
Side cover mounting M 6 ×1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Seat mounting M 8 ×1.25 2 19 1.9 13
Number plate M 6 ×1.0 1 7 0.7 5.1
NOTE:

- marked portion shall be checked for torque tightening after break-in or before each race.


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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SPECMAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
EC212300
ELECTRICAL
Part to be tightened Thread size Q’tyT ightening torqueNm m•kg ft•lb
Stator M 6 ×1.0 3 7 0.7 5.1
Rotor M12 ×1.25 1 56 5.6 40
Ignition coil M 6 ×1.0 2 7 0.7 5.1
Item Standard Limit
Ignition system:
Ignition timing (B.T.D.C.) 0.48 mm (0.019 in)…
Advancer type Electrical…
CDI:
Magneto-model (stator)/Manufacturer 1C3-10/YAMAHA…
Source coil 1 resistance (color) 720~1,080 Ωat 20°C (68°F)…
(Green/White-Black/Red)
Source coil 2 resistance (color) 44~66 Ωat 20°C (68°F)…
(Black-Green/Blue)
Pickup coil resistance (color) 248~372 Ωat 20°C (68°F)…
(White/Blue-White/Red)
CDI unit-model/Manufacturer 1C3-10/YAMAHA…
Ignition coil:
Model/Manufacturer 1C3-00/YAMAHA…
Minimum spark gap 6 mm (0.24 in)…
Primary winding resistance 0.24~0.36 Ωat 20°C (68°F)…
Secondary winding resistance 5.7~8.5kΩat 20°C (68°F)…
Spark plug cap:
Resistance 4~6 kΩat 20°C (68°F)…
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3-1
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
INSP
ADJ
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: 48~58 mm
(1.9~2.3 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
Retighten
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 “S1”
Replace oil seal
FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST SEAL
Clean and lubeLithium base grease
PROTECTOR GUIDE
Replace
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
(After
Inspect and adjustrain ride)
Lube Molybdenum disulfide grease
Replace spring seatEvery one year
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
After
break-
inEvery
raceEvery
thirdEvery
fifthAs re-
quired
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3-3
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
INSP
ADJ
Item Remarks
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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