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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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-30
6
EAU45213
Replacing the headlight bulb This model is equipped with a quartz
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10650
Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:
Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.
Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of a
wattage higher than specified.
1. Remove the headlight cowling to-
gether with the headlight unit by
removing the bolts and pulling up-
ward as shown.
2. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the bulb cover.3. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt-out
bulb.
4. Place a new headlight bulb into po-
sition, and then secure it with the
bulb holder.1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Bolt
1
1
1. Headlight coupler
2. Bulb cover
1. Headlight bulb holder
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6-31
6 5. Install the headlight bulb cover,
and then connect the coupler.
6. Install the headlight cowling (to-
gether with the headlight unit) by
placing it in the original position,
and then installing the bolts.
7. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
EAUM2610
Replacing a tail/brake light
bulb 1. Remove panel B. (See page 6-7.)
2. Remove the socket (together with
the bulb) by turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
5. Install the socket (together with the
bulb) by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the panel.
EAU24204
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw. NOTICE: Do not over-
tighten the screw, otherwise the
lens may break.
[ECA11191]
1. Tail/brake light bulb socket
1. Screw
2. Turn signal light lens
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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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