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6-4
6
9*Wheel bearingsCheck bearing for looseness or
damage.√√√√
10*SwingarmCheck operation and for exces-
sive play.√√√√
Lubricate with molybdenum disul-
fide grease.Every 24000 km (14000 mi)
11 Drive chainCheck chain slack, alignment and
condition.
Adjust and lubricate chain with a
special O-ring chain lubricant
thoroughly.Every 500 km (300 mi) and after washing the motorcycle or riding in the rain
12*Steering bearingsCheck bearing play and steering
for roughness.√√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.Every 24000 km (14000 mi)
13*Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened.√√√√√
14Brake lever pivot
shaftLubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
15Brake pedal pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
16Clutch lever pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
17 SidestandCheck operation.
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√
18*Sidestand switchCheck operation.√√√√√√ 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)
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6 a jack either under each side of the
frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
EAU24360
Front wheel
EAUM2632
To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.1. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
bolts, then the wheel axle and the
brake caliper bolts.
2. Lift the front wheel off the ground
according to the procedure on
page 6-32.
3. Remove the speed sensor lead
holder by removing the screw
(WR125R only).
4. Remove the brake caliper by re-
moving the bolts.
5. Pull the wheel axle out, remove the
speed sensor by pulling it out, and
then remove the wheel. NOTICE:
Do not apply the brake after the
brake calipers have been re-
moved, otherwise the brake
pads will be forced shut.
[ECA11051]
1. Front wheel axle pinch bolt
2. Wheel axle
3. Speed sensor cable holder
1. Brake caliper
2. Brake caliper bolt
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EAUM2640
To install the front wheel
1. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.
2. Install the speed sensor at the
wheel hub.TIPMake sure that the projections on the
speed sensor rotor are aligned with the
notches in the wheel hub and that the
slot in the speed sensor fits over the re-
tainer on the fork leg.3. Insert the wheel axle.
4. Lower the front wheel so that it is
on the ground.5. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
6. Install the brake caliper by install-
ing the bolts.
TIPMake sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake caliper onto the brake
disc.7. Install the speed sensor lead hold-
er by installing the screw
(WR125R only).
8. Tighten the wheel axle, front wheel
axle pinch bolts and brake caliper
bolts to their specified torques.
EAU25080
Rear wheel
EAUM2661
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.1. Loosen the locknut and drive chain
slack adjusting nut on each side of
the swingarm.
2. Loosen the axle nut.
1. Speed sensor
Tightening torques:
Wheel axle:
58 Nm (5.8 m·kgf, 42 ft·lbf)
Front wheel axle pinch bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
Brake caliper bolt:
30 Nm (3.0 m·kgf, 22 ft·lbf)
1. Axle nut
2. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
3. Locknut
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