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64. If the engine oil is below the mini-
mum level mark, add sufficient oil
of the recommended type to raise
it to the correct level.
5. Install the oil filler cap.
To change the engine oil (with or
without oil filter element replace-
ment)
1. Start the engine, warm it up for
several minutes, and then turn it
off.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine
to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and the drain bolt along with the O-
ring, compression spring, and en-
gine oil strainer, to drain the oil
from the crankcase. NOTICE:
When removing the engine oil
drain bolt, the O-ring, compres-
sion spring, and oil strainer will
fall out. Take care not to lose
these parts.
[ECA11001]
4. Clean the engine oil strainer with
solvent.TIPSkip steps 5–7 if the oil filter element is
not being replaced.5. Remove the oil filter element cover
by removing the bolts.6. Remove and replace the oil filter
element and O-ring.
7. Install the oil filter element cover by
installing the bolts, then tightening
them to the specified torque.1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. O-ring
3. Compression spring
4. Strainer
1. Bolt
2. Oil filter element cover
1. Oil filter element
2. O-ring
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6 Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:
When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.
Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.
Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.
Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake fluid reservoir when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.
Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
EAUM1360
Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. In addition, have the brake
hose replaced every four years or
whenever it is damaged or leaking.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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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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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 kg (293 lb)
WR125X 137 kg (302 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
124 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:
ID mark:
5D71 00Spark 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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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
34/12 (2.833)
2nd:
30/16 (1.875)
3rd:
30/22 (1.364)
4th:
24/21 (1.143)
5th:
22/23 (0.957)
6th:
21/25 (0.840)Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle:
WR125R 27.00 °
WR125X 25.50 °
Trail:
WR125R 107.0 mm (4.21 in)
WR125X 78.5 mm (3.09 in)Front tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
WR125R 80/90-21M/C 48P
WR125X 110/70-17M/C 54H
Manufacturer/model:
WR125R PIRELLI / MT90 SCORPION
WR125X PIRELLI / SPORT DEMONManufacturer/model:
WR125R MICHELIN / SIRAC
Rear tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
WR125R 110/80-18 M/C 58P
WR125X 140/70-17 M/C 66H
Manufacturer/model:
WR125R PIRELLI / MT90 SCORPION
WR125X PIRELLI / SPORT DEMON
Manufacturer/model:
WR125R MICHELIN / SIRACLoading:Maximum load:
185 kg (408 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
180 kPa (1.80 kgf/cm², 26 psi)
Rear:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Loading condition:
90–185 kg (198–408 lb)
Front:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm², 29 psi)
Rear:
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 33 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
WR125R 21x1.6
WR125X 17x3Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
WR125R 18 x 2.15
WR125X 17 x MT3.5Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
WR125R 240.0 mm (9.45 in)
WR125X 210.0 mm (8.27 in)
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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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