TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-3
Controls and instruments.................2-5
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............3-2
Multi-function display ......................3-3
Handlebar switches ........................3-5
Clutch lever .....................................3-6
Shift pedal .......................................3-6
Brake lever .....................................3-6
Brake pedal ....................................3-7
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-7
Fuel .................................................3-8
Catalytic converters ........................3-9
Seat ..............................................3-10
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-10
Sidestand ......................................3-11
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-12FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-3
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-7
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter element ...... 6-9
Coolant ......................................... 6-12
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose .... 6-13
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-14
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-14
Valve clearance ............................ 6-15
Tires ............................................. 6-15Spoke wheels .............................. 6-17
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-18
Checking the front brake lever
free play .................................... 6-19
Adjusting the brake pedal free
play ........................................... 6-19
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-19
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-21
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-21
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake pedal ............................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-25
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-25
Checking the front fork ................. 6-26
Checking the steering .................. 6-26
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-27
Battery ......................................... 6-27
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-29U22BE0E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, December 17, 2008 11:00 AM
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-3
6
EAU17716
General maintenance and lubrication chart NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)6000 km
(3500 mi)12000 km
(7000 mi)18000 km
(10500 mi)24000 km
(14000 mi)
1*Air filter elementClean.√√
Replace.√√
2*BatteryCheck electrolyte level and specif-
ic gravity.
Make sure that the breather hose
is properly routed.√√√√√
3ClutchCheck operation.
Adjust.√√√√√
4*Front brakeCheck operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage.√√√√√√
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
5*Rear brakeCheck operation, fluid level and
vehicle for fluid leakage.√√√√√√
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
6*Brake hosesCheck for cracks or damage.√√√√√
Replace. Every 4 years
7*WheelsCheck runout, spoke tightness
and for damage.
Tighten spokes if necessary.√√√√
8*TiresCheck tread depth and for dam-
age.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.√√√√√
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-6
6
EAUM2070
TIP
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
Every two years change the brake fluid.Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
28*Lights, signals and
switchesCheck operation.
Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)6000 km
(3500 mi)12000 km
(7000 mi)18000 km
(10500 mi)24000 km
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-13
6
EAU33031
Changing the coolant
The coolant must be changed at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. Have a
Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
WARNING! Never attempt to remove
the radiator cap when the engine is
hot.
[EWA10381]EAUM2390
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose The air filter element should be re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. Have a Yamaha dealer replace
the air filter element more frequently if
you are riding in unusually wet or dusty
areas. In addition, the air filter check
hose must be frequently checked and
cleaned if necessary.
To clean the air filter check hose
1. Check the hose on the side of the
air filter case for accumulated dirt
or water.2. If dirt or water is visible, remove
the hose, clean it, and then install
it.1. Air filter check hose
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
WR125R 2125 mm (83.7 in)
WR125X 2090 mm (82.3 in)
Overall width:
835 mm (32.9 in)
Overall height:
WR125R 1285 mm (50.6 in)
WR125X 1260 mm (49.6 in)
Seat height:
WR125R 930 mm (36.6 in)
WR125X 920 mm (36.2 in)
Wheelbase:
1430 mm (56.3 in)
Ground clearance:
WR125R 265 mm (10.43 in)
WR125X 255 mm (10.04 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2200 mm (86.6 in)Weight:With oil and fuel:
WR125R 133.0 kg (293 lb)
WR125X 137.0 kg (302 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
124.7 cm³
Bore × stroke:
52.0 × 58.6 mm (2.05 × 2.31 in)
Compression ratio:
11.20 :1Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 15W-40,
SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replacement:
0.95 L (1.00 US qt, 0.84 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement:
1.00 L (1.06 US qt, 0.88 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the
maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.10 L (1.16 US qt, 0.97 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:
Dry elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
8.5 L (2.25 US gal, 1.87 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
1.6 L (0.42 US gal, 0.35 Imp.gal)Fuel injection:Throttle body:
Type/quantity:
SE AC28-2/1Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR8E
Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio:
73/24 (3.042)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
53/14 (3.786)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50
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INDEXAAir filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning........................ 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-31BBattery................................................... 6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-20
Brake lever .............................................. 3-6
Brake pedal ............................................. 3-7
Brake pedal, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-25
Brake pedal free play, adjusting............ 6-19CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-23
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Catalytic converters ................................ 3-9
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-6
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 6-18
Coolant.................................................. 6-12
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 3-2DDimmer switch ........................................ 3-5
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-23
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-21EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed............................... 6-14
Engine oil and oil filter element ............... 6-9
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-5
Engine trouble warning light.................... 3-3
FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-19
Front brake lever free play, checking ... 6-19
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-26
Fuel......................................................... 3-8
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 5-3
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 3-7
Fuses, replacing ................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches ................................ 3-5
Headlight bulb, replacing ...................... 6-29
High beam indicator light ........................ 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-5IIdentification numbers ............................ 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 3-12
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-2KKey identification number ....................... 9-1LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ........ 6-31MMain switch/steering lock........................ 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system... 6-2
Model label ............................................. 9-2
Multi-function display .............................. 3-3NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-2PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-7
Parking ................................................... 5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch............................................. 3-5
SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 3-10
Shifting .................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-6
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 3-10
Sidestand .............................................. 3-11
Sidestand, checking and lubricating...... 6-25
Spark plug, checking ............................... 6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch.............................................. 3-5
Steering, checking................................. 6-26
Storage.................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-32
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-25TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-30
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-14
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-35
Troubleshooting charts.......................... 6-37
Turn signal indicator light ........................ 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 6-31
Turn signal switch ................................... 3-5VValve clearance..................................... 6-15
Vehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-27
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-32
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