
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Replacing the headlight bulb ........ 6-30
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb ... 6-31
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-31
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-32
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ... 6-32
Supporting the motorcycle ............ 6-32
Front wheel ................................... 6-33
Rear wheel ................................... 6-34
Troubleshooting ............................ 6-36
Troubleshooting charts ................. 6-37
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE.......................................... 7-1
Care ................................................ 7-1
Storage ...........................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION............. 9-1
Identification numbers .................... 9-1
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-1
3
EAU10460
Main switch/steering lock The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
EAU38530
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power; the meter lighting, taillight, li-
cense plate light and auxiliary light
come on, and the engine can be start-
ed. The key cannot be removed.TIPThe headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays on
until the key is turned to “OFF”, even if
the engine stalls.
EAU10661
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10061
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
EAU10683
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.1. Push.
2. Turn.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-32
6
EAUM2620
Replacing the license plate
light bulb 1. Remove panel B. (See page 6-7.)
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by pulling it out.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by pushing it in.
6. Install the panel.
EAU45222
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb If the auxiliary light bulb burns out, re-
place it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit. (See
page 6-30.)
2. Remove the auxiliary light socket
(together with the bulb) by pulling it
out.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pull-
ing it out.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
5. Install the auxiliary light socket (to-
gether with the bulb) by pushing it
in.
6. Install the headlight unit.
EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
1. License plate light bulb
1. Auxiliary light bulb
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (monocross)
Spring/shock absorber type:
WR125R Coil spring/gas-oil damper
WR125X Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
230.0 mm (9.06 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:
12N5.5-4A
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 5.5 AhHeadlight:Bulb type:
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 35 W/35 W × 1
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 21.0 W/5.0 W × 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W × 2
Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1
License plate light:
12 V, 5.0 W × 1Meter lighting:
LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
High beam indicator light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light:
LED
Fuses:Main fuse:
20.0 A
Headlight fuse:
15.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
7.5 A
Radiator fan fuse:
5.0 A
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INDEX
AAir filter element and check hose,
replacing and cleaning ....................... 6-13
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ................ 6-32BBattery .................................................. 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 .......... 6-24
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 .................................. 6-22EEngine 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 .... 6-20
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....................... 6-30
High beam indicator light......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-5IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................. 3-12
Indicator and warning lights .................... 3-2LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ......... 6-32MMain switch/steering lock ........................ 3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic..... 6-3
Maintenance, emission control system ... 6-2
Model label .............................................. 9-1
Multi-function display...............................3-3NNeutral indicator light .............................. 3-2PPanels, removing and installing .............. 6-7
Parking ....................................................5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 3-5SSafety information ...................................1-1Seat ...................................................... 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 ................................ 6-27
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-32
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-26
TTail/brake light bulb, replacing .............. 6-31
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-14
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 6-24
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-36
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) ......................................... 6-33
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-34
Wheels .................................................. 6-17
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